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Heidi Deal

Heidi Deal is the author of the Newcomers Handbook to Living In Los Angeles & Orange County, and a children’s book author specializing in history and human rights. When she's not writing you can find her solo hiking and going on new adventures with her kids and pup.

Oktoberfests in Orange County

Oktoberfest originated in 1810 and started as a festival celebrating a wedding, Bavarian traditions, and beer brewed within Munich’s city limits. Today’s celebrations generally begin in September and run through October. Find all the Oktoberfest details here on our guide to Oktoberfests in Orange County. O’ zapft is! Old World Village September 12 – November …

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Knott’s Scary Farm 2026

Every year as summer comes to a close, the nightmares begin at Knott’s Scary Farm. From mid-September through the weekend after Halloween, Knott’s Berry Farm hosts the biggest Halloween Haunt in Orange County with over 1,000 creatures to terrify you, haunted mazes, sinister shows, and attractions that play off your deepest, darkest fears. Read on …

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Halloween Events In Orange County 2026

It’s time for ghouls and goblins to kick off the spooky season celebrations. Here is a curated list of annual Halloween events in Orange County fit for the whole family. Check back often! We’ll be adding more events as they are announced. For more local seasonal events check out our Fairs & Festivals, Oktoberfests, Día …

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Creep It Real OC 2026

Creep It Real OC is one of Orange County’s most popular Halloween-themed events, hosted annually to kick off the spooky season at the Heritage Museum of Orange County in Santa Ana, California. The Halloween superfan event features Halloween and horror themed artists, local businesses, licensed merchandise, food and beverages, live performances, celebrity appearances, and more. …

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