Leaves are changing, the air is cooling, and the world has become a pumpkin spice and apple cider wonderland! Fall is officially here, with Halloween following closely behind. So, whether you’re a pumpkin lover or a zombie lover, here is a list of 13 things to do this season in the Inland Empire.
Menifee
Wickerd Farm
Pick a pumpkin, ride the hayride, and get in the fall spirit at this festive family-friendly pumpkin patch.
Where: 26852 Scott Rd, Menifee, CA, 92584
When: September 25- October 31 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Cost: Pumpkins start at $1, the Hayride costs $4, entrance is free
For more information visit https://wickerdfarm.com/pumpkin-patch/ or call 951-672-3020
Mentone
Greenspot Farms
A cute country farm where you can pick pumpkins, go through a hay maze, do crafts, race ducks, ride horses, and so much more.
Where: 10133 Ward Way Mentone CA, 92359
When: Pumpkin Patch and Hayride opens September 30, 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Haunted Nights start October 13, 7 p.m.-10 p.m.
Cost: Free General Admission and parking and $10 – $25 admission to haunted hayride (only cash is accepted)
For more information visit https://www.greenspotfarms.com/ or call 909-794-7653
Corona
Nightmare at Dos Lagos
Survive the zombie apocalypse by escaping brain-hungry zombies. Don’t get infected!
Where: 2790 Cabot Drive, Corona CT 92883 (In TGI Fridays Parking lot)
When: Friday-Saturday, October 6 -October 31, 7 p.m.- 10:30 p.m.
Cost: Many different types of tickets are available
To find out prices and more information visit https://www.dlnightmare.com/
Murrieta
ScareScape
Immerse yourself into a terrifying nightmare dimension. Challenge your phobias by going through haunted mazes, getting approached by wandering scarers, and so much more. Not kid-friendly!
Where: 28701 Los Alamos Heights Rd Murrieta CA 92563
When: September 29- October 31, Thursday and Sunday 6 p.m.- 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 6 p.m.- 11 p.m.
Cost: VIP (Includes VIP haunted maze) $50, General Admission $30, WItching Hour (only available to purchase in person between 6pm-7pm, while supplies last) $25
To find out more information visit https://scarescapehaunt.com/
Riverside
Ghostwalk Riverside
Take a tour of haunted sites through downtown Riverside. Listen to creepy ghost stories all while eating good food and listening to live music.
Where: St. Francis de Sales School 4205 Mulberry St. Riverside, CA
When: October 20-21, 6 p.m- 10 p.m.
Cost: Carnival only admission is $5 + tax and tour tickets are $20 + tax
To find out more information visit https://crballet.net/ghost-walk/
Tombstone Cinema Hocus Pocus
Watch the beloved Hocus Pocus in Riverside’s oldest historic cemetery.
Where: Evergreen Memorial Historic Cemetery, 4414 14th Street, Riverside US
When: October 14, gates open at 6pm and start 7pm-9:30pm
Cost: $15 per person, children 10 years of age and under are free
To find out more information visit http://evergreen-cemetery.info/event/hocus-pocus-tombstone-cinema/
Emo Prom with Boys Who Cry
Dress up and go rock out to a live emo band playing emo hits. Maybe even take some free emo prom photos while you’re at it!
Where: 3660 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside CA
When: October 7, 8:30 p.m.- 1 a.m.
Cost: General Admission tickets are $10, only ages 21+ are allowed entry
For more information visit https://allevents.in/riverside/emo-prom-with-boys-who-cry-emo-cover-band/10000720936288847
Monster Fest
Come see entertainment, Halloween vendors, and take advantage of cute photo ops at this family-friendly event.
Where: North Park, 3200 Mission Inn Ave,, Riverside
When: October 21, 11 a.m.- 7 p.m.
Cost: Tickets are $15, and children ages 12 and under are free but must still be registered (when purchasing beforehand use code BOO for 30% off admission)
To find out more information visit https://monsterfestriverside.com/
Castle Dark
Go through the Cinema of Fear, become the main character in your own haunted story, take a trip down the Haunted Highway, try to survive undead pirates and sirens, avoid ghost cowboys, and enjoy the haunted street in celebration of de los Muertos. Not intended for children!
Where: 3500 Polk St, Riverside CA, 92505
When: September 22-24, 29-30
October 1, 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 27-29
Cost: Castle Dark General Admission $40, currently 50% of presale $20,
Dia de los Muertos General Admission $40, currently 35% off $25
To find out hours of operation and any other information visit https://www.castlepark.com/things-to-do/experiences/castle-dark
Valley Center
Bates Nut Farm
Immerse yourself into a fall atmosphere with a pumpkin patch, hay ride, farm zoo, and much more at this cozy fall farm.
Where: 15954 Woods Valley, Rd Valley Center
When: September 16- October 31, hours vary
Cost: $10 per vehicle on September 30 and every weekend in October
To find out hours of operation and more information visit https://batesnutfarm.biz/ce-13080-the-2023-pumpkin-patch.html or call 1-760-749-3333
Temecula
Pumpkinland Pumpkin Patch
This pumpkin patch is fun for every crowd. Eat yummy kettle corn, pick out the perfect pumpkin, walk through a spooky haunted house, and more.
Where: Temecula Promenade Mall in the JC Penny’s Parking Lot
When: September 22- October 31, hours vary
Cost: many variations of tickets
To find out pricing and hours of operation visit https://pumpkinlandtemecula.com/
Peltzer Farms
Pet some cute animals at the petting farm, pick a pumpkin, pan for gold, paint your pumpkin, and have fun with other attractions.
Where: 39925 Calle Contento, Temecula CA
When: Opening September 23 and staying open 7 days a week, hours per attraction and day vary
Cost: prices vary per day and per person
To find out hours and prices visit https://www.peltzerfarms.com/
Lake Elsinore
Halloween Festival and MarketPlace
Immerse yourself with spooky attractions, carnival games, and a night full of fun thrills.
Where: 500 Diamond Dr, Lake Elsinore CA
When: October 27, 4 p.m.-10 p.m. and October 28-29, 12 p.m.- 10 p.m.
Cost: $20 per vehicle
To find out more information visit https://www.stormhalloweenfestival.com/
