Halloween in the Village
Oct 31
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Overview
Save the date for a skele-ton of fun events that will be sure to keep your jack-o-lantern full. On Saturday, October 31, 2026, there will be a wide variety of activities throughout the Village that will ensure a smashing day for the whole family. Plan to spend the day in the Village, as there's a little bit of something for everyone.
Event Highlights
* Business-to-business Safe Trick-or-Treating
* Costume Contest For Kids of All Ages
* Carnival Games, Bounce House, and Fun
* Sensory and Allergy Friendly Calm Zone
Crafts at the Carlsbad Village Association
Start your afternoon at 2:00 pm with safe business-to-business trick-or-treating, complete with complimentary Halloween canvas bags for the first 200 costumed kiddos, courtesy of the Carlsbad Village Association. Stop by 2697 State Street where craft tables will be set up to jumpstart the day of fun.
Safe Trick-Or-Treating In Carlsbad
Then, head out to visit participating candy stop businesses, all throughout the Village, who will be sporting a brightly colored candy corn icon in their window. Keep in mind that many businesses downtown will be handing out treats, so be sure to also keep an eye out for generous candy bowls.
Carnival Games & Bounce House
From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm, the Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad Village (3115 Roosevelt St.), will be hosting carnival games of all kinds, both indoors and out. Come have some fun in their bounce house and grab some candy corn and popcorn. No entry fee.
The Costume Contest
Visit the Village Faire Shopping Center (located at 300 Carlsbad Village Dr.) for lots of business-to-business trick-or-treating, great photo opportunities, and live music. Starting at 4:00pm get ready for their fantastic costume contest for kids of all ages with great prizes.
Costume Contest Categories
* Spookiest (Toddlers 1-3) - 1 winner
* Most Creative (Toddlers 1-3) - 1 winner
* Spookiest (Kids 4-12) - 1 winner
* Most Creative (Kids 4-12) - 1 winner
* Spookiest (Teens 13-17) - 1 winner
* Most Creative (Teens 13-17) - 1 winner
* Spookiest (Family or Group) - 1 winner
* Most Creative (Family or Group) - 1 winner
