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Holiday events offer spooky fun for kids, adults
Turlock police trick or treat
The Turlock Police Department will host a safe Trick or Treat event from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the Public Safety Center, 244 N. Broadway (Photo courtesy of TPD).

There’s only one more week of October left, but there are still plenty of spooky events planned for families to celebrate Halloween.

The Turlock Police Department will host a safe Trick or Treat event from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the Public Safety Center, 244 N. Broadway. Officers will be handing out candy along with community partners.

Also on Thursday, Lifestyle Realty will host its fifth annual Costumes for a Cause adults-only event, benefiting Jessica’s House. Step inside their Haunted Mansion for an unforgettable evening of Halloween thrills, spirited fun, and giving back to the community. The event will feature music, open bar and hors d’oeuvres for those 21 years and older. The event will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 2051 Geer Rd., Turlock. Admission is $50 and tickets are available at: https://bit.ly/4iffD3D

Here are a few other Halloween events happening around the area:

Whitmore Park Trunk or Treat

  • Date & Time: Oct. 24 from 1 to 4 p.m.
  • Location: Whitmore Park, Ceres
  • Description: A family-friendly afternoon featuring trunk-or-treat booths, food and craft vendors, a free picture booth, live music, inflatable obstacle courses, and martial arts demonstrations. Pumpkin painting is available for $5 per pumpkin (cash only).
  • Admission: Free.

CalPride Stanislaus Modesto

  • Date & Time: Oct. 29 form 5 to 8 p.m.
  • Location: CalPride Stanislaus, 111 Modesto Ave., Modesto.
  • Description: An all-ages, inclusive Halloween celebration featuring decorated car trunks, safe trick-or-treating, music, and dancing. The event highlights LGBTQIA+ and allied-owned local small businesses. Costumes are encouraged but not required.
  • Admission: Free.

Senior Halloween Costume Party

  • Date & Time: Oct. 30 from noon to 1:30 p.m.
  • Location: Ceres Community Center, 2701 4th St., Ceres.
  • Description: A festive lunch and costume gathering tailored for older adults in Stanislaus County. Costumes or themed outfits are required to attend. At least one guest in the attending group should be 60 or older.
  • Admission: Free.

Bites, Booze & Bloodsuckers Halloween Party

  • Date & Time: Oct. 30. Party starts at 6 p.m., film screening at 7:30.
  • Location: State Theatre, 1307 J Street, Modesto.
  • Description: An ’80s nostalgia vampire-themed party featuring retro music, drinks, light bites, and a costume contest. The pre-show social is followed by a big-screen presentation of the cult classic “The Lost Boys.”
  • Admission: $50 (includes food, party access, and movie ticket).

Hilmar Covenant Church Trunk or Treat

  • Date & Time: Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
  • Location: Hilmar Covenant Church Parking Lot, 20056 American Ave., Hilmar.
  • Description: A free, safe, and family-friendly environment featuring candy collection, carnival games, activities, and food available for purchase. This is an alcohol-, smoke-, and e-cigarette-free event.
  • Admission: Free.

Día de los Muertos at Lakewood Memorial Park

  • Date & Time: Oct. 31 starting at 11 a.m. (Mass concludes at 4 p.m.)
  • Location: Lakewood Funeral Home & Memorial Park, 900 Santa Fe Ave., Hughson.
  • Description: An outdoor community event honoring tradition, memory, and family. Attendees are welcome to add photos of loved ones to a shared community altar. The afternoon includes local vendors and a closing Mass.
  • Admission: Free.

Boo Bash 18 at Modesto Ballroom

  • Date & Time: Saturday, Oct. 31. Doors open at 6 p.m.; concert starts at 8.
  • Location: California Ballroom, 432 Sixth St., Modesto.
  • Description: A concert party featuring live R&B performances by legendary groups The Stylistics and Blue Magic alongside special guests. Includes a Halloween costume contest and multiple seating tier choices.
  • Admission: Advance general admission tickets start at $60; table packages available.
  • More Info: Eventbrite registration.

Spookfest: Downtown Modesto

  • Date & Time: Oct. 31 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • Location: Tenth Street Plaza, downtown Modesto.
  • Description: Hailed as the largest 21-and-over open-air Halloween experience in the 209. Features an outdoor stage with state-of-the-art sound, lighting, a massive costume contest, and multiple cocktail bars. The DJ lineup includes Sergio Solis, DJ Lexy, and Lyonel and Luis Angelo.
  • Admission: Tickets scale from $15 to $25 depending on the purchase tier. Online tickets can be secured through PurplePass.