October Events in Midtown Sacramento 2024
September 26th, 2024
Whether you’re ready to dress up your four-legged friend for a spooky parade or enjoy a cozy night of pumpkin painting, there’s something for everyone. October in Midtown, Sacramento is packed with thrilling events that bring together the best of local food, music, and fun, all while celebrating the season’s festive spirit. From costumed bar crawls to family-friendly festivals, these can’t-miss events are sure to make your October in Midtown unforgettable!
Featured October Events
These annual events are Midtown favorites, secure your spot before they run out!
Saturday, October 26 | 12 – 3 p.m.
Midtown Halloween Festival & Pooch Parade
Midtown’s favorite Halloween is back on October 26 with an afternoon filled with live music, games, a costume content, and over 100 costumed dogs parading around James Marshall Park. This inaugural event is supported by Midtown Sutter restaurants and put on by Midtown Association, with the highlight being the Pooch Parade at 2 p.m., where costumed dogs will strut their stuff in a fun costume contest where winners will receive Midtown Sutter gift cards and Midtown Love merchandise.
The event features family-friendly activities, including live music, arts & crafts, face painting, a bounce house, and more.
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Friday, October 25 | 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Farm to Fort Festival
The Farm to Fort Festival celebrates local food, drinks, and entertainment, with bites from Midtown restaurants, alongside beer, wine, and spirits tastings. The event also features live music, including a performance by the band Island of Black and White, and a set by DJ Eddie Z. Additionally, there will be a Halloween costume contest and a raffle. All proceeds go towards the Runnin’ for Rhett Youth Fitness Program, helping thousands of children participate each year.
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More October Events
All Month long, various times
Spooky Movie Nights at Dreamland Cinema
Visit Dreamland Cinema for spooky theater movie nights all month long including showings of Trick r’ Treat, The Ring, Poltergeist, The Haunting, The Return of the Living Dead, and more!
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Saturday, October 17, 8 p.m.
The Emo Night Tour
Imagine going to a show and hearing Taking Back Sunday, Fall Out Boy, Panic! At The Disco, My Chemical Romance, and more all playing their best songs… All night long. Welcome to the Emo Night Tour at Harlow’s
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Saturday, October 25, 9 p.m.
Comedy Spot’s Annual Halloween Show
It’s Halloween time! Comedy Spot’s Annual Halloween Show is full of characters, sketch comedy, and improv, featuring some of your favorite Comedy Spot performers. There will also be a costume contest, so come in your Halloween best!
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Saturday, October 26, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Halloween at Midtown Farmers Market
Visit the Midtown Farmers Market on Saturday, October 26 for vendor Trick or Treating, fall shopping, flowers, hot prepared food, cozy baked goods, pumpkins, apple cider, in-season produce, and more. Also, Sacramento Dance Ballet will be giving a preview of their Dracula show dressed as vampires in Market Square.
Sutter Health‘s Midtown Farmers Market is presented by SMUD.
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Saturday, October 26, 4 – 11 p.m.
XOSO Halloween Pub Crawl
Join Sacramento’s longest running pub crawl with XOSO Sports for an evening of Halloween fun! Get free drinks, enter the costume contest, food, waived cover, and more! Snag your spot and learn more below.
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Saturday, October 26, 9 p.m.
Shannon McCabe’s 16th Annual Vampire Ball
Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler, it’s going to be an over-the-top celebration of vampires, Halloween and the opulence of Versailles. Join Shannon and her Vampyres for a fangtastic 16th annual show and party including: Starlet O’Hara, DJ Bryan Hawk, Sugar Cheeks, A Death in Bloom, Jean Heart,DJ LB (Lyndsay Brown) The Katie Knipp Band and more.
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Saturday, October 25, 26, & 31
Sacramento Zombie Crawl
The Zombie Crawl takes over Sacramento on Saturday, Oct. 26th. Come in costume and pick up your Zombie survival kit at check-in. Your kit will include a map of all participating Sacramento bars and nightclubs with listed entry and drink specials. Included in each kit is a book of drink vouchers for discounts and free Halloween welcome shots at select venues. Roam the streets with your friends or join hundreds of other costumed pub crawlers.
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October 4, 12, 18, 26
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
The Murder Mystery Company is Sacramento’s authority when it comes to mystery entertainment. They use professionally trained performers to bring the show to life. You’ll experience two hours of immersive entertainment full of murder, mystery, and a healthy dose of laughter as well.
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October 26, 4 – 8 p.m.
Oktoberfest Family Friendly Festival
Join local breweries and restaurants for the Oktoberfest Family Friendly Festival in Midtown! Enjoy live music, local beer, food, and more. Participating businesses include At Ease Brewing, Mulvaney’s B&L, Mattie Groves Brewing, St. John’s Church, and more.
Details Coming SoonWith so many exciting events happening in Midtown this October, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the fall season and get into the Halloween spirit. Check this page throughout the month as more events are added and follow us on social media @exploremidtown to stay in the know!