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If you are looking for some free and cheap things to do with your family to fill your October calendar, this is the list for you. Orange County has tons of activities for kids like virtual museum events and hikes for kids. The month is going to be epic so scroll down for the best things to do with kids this month in the OC.
Take a Wagon Ride at Tanaka Farms
Have you ever picked your own pumpkin right out of the pumpkin patch? Tanaka Farms is one of the only farms in Orange County with a REAL pumpkin patch! Take a wagon ride led by a friendly tour guides around this beautiful 30-acre farm. Event details.
Taste Fall-o-Ween at Knott's Berry Farm
Knott's Berry Farm introduces its newest family-friendly outdoor dining and retail experience celebrating the Halloween season and the flavors of Fall with Knott's Taste of Fall-O-Ween. Guests of all ages can dress up in their most festive costumes to experience one-of-a-kind themed food and treats, exclusive event merchandise including specialty items from local crafters, an all-new “Into the Fog” art show, and so much more. Event details.
Fullerton Haunted Walking Tours
All tours will be preceded by a meet and greetwith members of North Orange County Paranormal Society in the museum classroom. Ghost hunters are invited to learn about the latest advances in paranormal research and see how researchers confirm or debunk; claims of paranormal activity. Event details.
Spooktacular FilmFest
We're celebrating Halloween with a five-week dinner & movie series for the whole family in the AMC Fountain Courtyard at The District at Tustin Legacy. Families can reserve their own socially-distanced table to dine & watch the movie on a 20’ screen outside AMC Theaters. Thursdays. Event details.
Drive-Thru Halloween Parade
Join in the fun of this beloved community cultural celebration with all-new activities for 2020. Event details.
Take the Kids on a Redwood Hike
Head to Carbon Canyon Regional Park for an easy 1.1-mile hike to the park's coastal redwood grove. You will use your five senses to engage with nature as you stroll to the redwoods. Daily. Event details.
Bowers and Kidseum at Home
Visit the Bowers Museum from the comfort of your own home. Visit exhibits virtually, check out creative activities from Kidseum and more. Daily. Event details.
Discovery Cube Connect
The Discovery Cube Connect is a new innovative educational platform. Connecting you with the best hands-on STEM resources on the web reviewed by both parents and educators who will provide independent expertise. Daily. Event details.
Virtual Story Time with the Orange County Libraries
Daily story times and craft activities are offered daily. See weekly schedule for themes and books to be covered. Daily. Event details.
Virtual Learning at the Little Red Schoolhouse
Come join The Little Red Schoolhouse every Monday morning for learning experiences in language arts & writing. Pre-K-5th grade. Mondays. Event details.
Virtual Story Time with Barnes & Noble
Head to the Barnes & Noble YouTube page for story times read by children's book authors. Follow #BNStorytime for more stories from your favorite authors, special guests, and more! Daily. Event details.
Check Out Our MASSIVE Virtual Events Calendar
For more virtual fun every day of the week, head to our virtual events calendar. You'll find dance classes, scavenger hunts, animal encounters, drawing classes and MORE!
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