It’s Great Pumpkin Season:
Things to Do in Napa Valley for Halloween
From pumpkin patches to pet-friendly costume parties and from fancy cocktail competitions to traditional trick-or-treat festivities, you can find it all here with several ghoulish Halloween events. Whether your idea of Halloween fun entails costumes and candy apples with the kiddos or wild attire and apple martinis with the adults, there is plenty of fun to be had for kids of all ages during All Hallows’ Eve. Get inspired and sport your costumes, choose your treats (or tricks), and pass a scary-good time in Napa Valley.
Spooktacular Family Fun
October 19
Bring your favorite Sanderson sister to RD Winery for Hocus Pocus Viewing Party at RD Winery – admission is free! You can add a candy and wine pairing to enhance your classic movie experience for $45 (general public) – $15 for industry. Advanced reservations are recommended to secure your cozy seat. The fun starts at 5pm.
October 26
Kids of all ages can dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes and enjoy an afternoon of trick-or-treating during Hometown Halloween in Downtown Napa. Between 11am and 1pm, the sidewalks will be packed with kiddos looking for a sweet treat. Over 100 businesses will display black and orange balloons at their doors, inviting kids to visit.
Enjoy a Halloween Weekend Harvest Market at First Street Napa in downtown Napa. It will be a day of seasonal delights including craft stations for pumpkin painting and face painting, seasonal sips, and more. Wear your best costume and enjoy the sounds of DJ Brian Indelicato to kick off your Halloween weekend.
di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art dares ghouls of all ages to attend its Halloween-inspired di Rosa Day on Saturday, October 26th, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.The event features a haunted house, interactive wearable sculptures by artist Selby Sohn, art activities inspired by rotating exhibitions, guided tours, a costume parade, and more. Discover a few surprises in the art galleries at the newest exhibitions, including “Moving Pictures: A Survey Exhibition of Works by Deborah Oropallo and Collaborators.”
For some light-hearted Halloween fun with the pup, head over to Alba Restaurant at River Terrace Inn for Howl O' Ween Yappy Hour. Bring Fido, dressed in his Halloween best, and participate in fun activities centered around your four-legged friends.
October 29
Bring the whole family to Feast it Forward for the Family Halloween FEASTival event, featuring spooky tunes, treats, a family costume contest, and so much more. Get your Halloween feast on in downtown Napa.
October 31
Be sure to experience Calistoga’s charming Annual Halloween Parade, where the community comes together to celebrate the spookiest night of the year in style! For decades, this cherished event has brought together families, friends, and neighbors for an unforgettable display of creativity. The parade kicks off at 5:30 p.m. as Lincoln Avenue transforms into a vibrant display of Halloween spirit.
Grown-Up Ghastly Fun
October 25
Whether you’re a vampire, witch, or ghost, come dressed to impress and enjoy a night of thrilling music, great company, and wickedly good fun at Bouchaine Vineyards’ annual spooktacular Boochaine Halloween Dance Party. Revel in the eerie atmosphere of the night while indulging in the sinful delight of Bouchaine wines, food truck bites, and dancing under the misty moonlight to the beats of San Francisco's DJ Sal.
October 26
Enter through our speakeasy doors at your own risk! On Saturday, October 26th, take a step back in time to the 1920s Prohibition Era to solve a Bonita Bonita Murder Mystery Party alongside Nikki & Brie Garcia. Bonita Bonita wine will be pouring and light bites, and 1920s attire is highly encouraged to set the scene. This is a 21+ event and unfortunately no pets are allowed. While the event is currently at maximum capacity, you can join the waiting list to *fingers crossed* nab a popular seat!
Eat, drink, and be scary at JAM Cellars for their annual Hallo-Wine JaMBash! This downtown Napa hotspot is throwing an incredible costume party and you’re invited. Come dressed in your best costume to delight or fright and sip delicious JaM Cellars wines, with gourmet bites, wines by the bottle or glass and wine Jello-O shots also available for purchase.
Get ready to keep the spooky vibes going at the Haunted After Party at Chateau Buena Vista in downtown Napa! They are turning the night up a notch with a hauntingly good time. Tickets include entry to this exclusive event and a greeting glass of wine to kick off the fun. Dance the night away in true Halloween spirit. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate in style—if you dare!
October 27
Go on a spooky historical stroll and book your ticket to the Halloweeen Spooktacular Tulocay Cemetary Walking Tour where guests just might meet some of the storied individuals who helped to shape Napa as we know it. While Tulocay Cemetery’s roads are paved, the terrain is still hilly in some parts. Guests should be prepared for bumps and inclines! Individual whisper headsets are provided to make it easy to enjoy each stop and hear the spooky and interesting historical facts from the team at the Napa County Historical Society.
October 31
Get spooky at Holman Cellars’ Halloween Dance Party with DJ Terroir, and turn up the heat on the dance floor! This industrial-chic winery is pulling out all the festive stops for a night of eerie fun, music, and great company.
Dance the night away to the beats of DJ Terroir, spinning a mix of hauntingly good tunes that will keep you on your feet all night. Sip on minimal intervention wines, perfectly paired with the spooky season—bold, natural, and full of character, just like the party.
Head to downtown Napa and get bubbly and ghoulish. DJ Rotten Robbie will be at Be Bubbly spinning 70’s tunes. Make sure to dress up! Prizes will be awarded to the most unique and creative. Best of all…there’s no cover charge.
November 1
Experience Halloween with Salty Sundays, Napa’s buzziest themed pop-up parties and private events production company — featuring Ant J Steep, Mark G, and Tamer. Costumes are required, and tickets sell out early – so plan ahead.
Wander Around the Towns
Fall is falling, the weather is getting cooler, the leaves are changing color, and that spooky time of year is here again. Kids, adults, witches, goblins, ghouls, and wizards of all ages can come out to play. With Napa Valley vineyards putting on a beautiful show of amber-colored leaves, it’s a great time to get outdoors and explore. And, in the spirit of things, make a day of your Halloween adventures.
Start your day by “hunting” for pumpkins. Napa Valley has a plethora of pumpkin patches offering fun activities for you and your crew. Follow our handy suggestions to wind your way through a pumpkin patch and over to a casual food and beverage spot. There are plenty of locations throughout the valley, each offering unique cuisine and dining options. You won’t want to miss them, and your “scariest” Halloween moment will be spent trying to just make one selection!
American Canyon
In American Canyon, start at Pick of the Patch Pumpkins to pick the perfect pending jack-o-lantern and let the kids jump and play on the inflatable park.
After working up an appetite consider any number of local, family-friendly options including Junction Brewery and Grill where a full menu (including sushi!) offers something for everyone. If your pumpkin patch trip is adult-focused, round out the day with a tasting at RD Winery, with the Fifth Moon Food and Wine Pairing that features unexpected Asian bites and wine or check-in at Sunrise Ranch Winery for tastings on the sprawling deck.
Napa
Stop by the pumpkin patch on Stanly Lane in Napa for an assortment of pumpkins plus lots of fun photo opportunities with scarecrows on hay bales or old retro tractors.
Choosing perfect pumpkins is hard work, so reward yourself by heading over to nearby Boon Fly Café for a casual lunch – the fried chicken meal is not to be missed! Adults can toast their bounty with a flight of bubbles at Domaine Carneros and plenty more picturesque photo opportunities.
Yountville
Head over to the family-friendly Pumpkin Carving & Decorating Party on October 29 at Ad Hoc + Addendum in Yountville. The kiddos will be provided with a small to medium-sized pumpkin and various carving supplies. Cider, hot chocolate and pumpkin bread will also be available for all to enjoy.
St. Helena
Take part in a Spooky Halloween Craft Night on October 25th for a night of art and ghoulish games at Nimbus Arts – this arty Halloween night is a favorite for locals and the Nimbus staff. Make a return visit for pumpkin carving lessons on October 28th at Nimbus Arts in downtown St. Helena for ages 8 and up. With guidance from Master Pumpkin Carver, Eric Muensterman, learn how to remove the skin of a pumpkin for more detail and a longer-lasting creation. Pumpkins and tools are provided.
There’s more pumpkin crafting possibilities at Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch. Make a festive trip to this beloved farm on October 27th for their annual pumpkin carving and brunch, where guests are invited to wander the apple meadow to find the perfect pumpkin, clean it up and carve a masterpiece at the hay bale station. Brunch is included with your ticket and wine, beer and cocktails are available for purchase to quench your thirst!
Calistoga
On the Saturday before Halloween, head to Calistoga for an annual costume contest at the Harvest Fair. You'll be treated to live music from local bands, spirited dance performances, and the delightful sight of children eagerly collecting treats from the candy stations. Get a jump on your holiday shopping and enjoy boutique wines and seasonal treats from local vendors.
End your day at Calistoga Inn Restaurant & Brewery where you can lounge by a firepit and reminisce about the fun you had all season long.
