Seasonal & Holidays

Lake Elsinore's Halloween Fair Full Of Frightful Fun For Families

The Storm Halloween Festival & Marketplace is returning on Friday, October 27 - Sunday, October 29. Here's what to expect.

Come for the second annual Storm Halloween Festival and Marketplace in Lake Elsinore in 2023.
Come for the second annual Storm Halloween Festival and Marketplace in Lake Elsinore in 2023. (City of Lake Elsinore Photo)

LAKE ELSINORE, CA — When it comes to Halloween favorites, the city of Lake Elsinore and the Storm's Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium is the place for a festive Halloween celebration. In 2023, the event features a carnival midway with 12 major rides and loads of chances to win prizes based on carnival games. This is the second year of the fair-like Halloween festival at this location, according to the city.

There is something for everyone when you go, and admission into the festival is free, though the prices for food, rides, games, and activities vary. Parking is $20 per vehicle (or feel free to take an Uber). The live entertainment is provided at no charge. The grounds open on Friday. Oct. 27 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., Sat. Oct. 28 from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sun. Oct. 29 from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

"Try out your combat skills in a zombie shootout game featuring a spooky maze," a city of Lake Elsinore's spokesperson said in a recent news release. "We've added a petting zoo and pony rides for the kids, along with tons of inflatables and an activity zone jam-packed with interactive fun such as slime making and pumpkin decorating."

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At the fair, there will be a variety of culinary delights and sweet treats from our broad selection of cuisine from around the region.

"Mom and Dad will definitely want to grab a beer or cocktail from our bar (Available to guests 21 and up -Valid ID required)," they said. "If shopping is your thing, we have assembled a unique bazaar of retail vendors offering everything from movie collectibles to vintage t-shirts, handmade clothing, custom jewelry, and other items."

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Live entertainment is available on the main stage:
  • Local favorites: DJ BONNIE AND DJ CLYDE will spin Halloween favorites on Saturday and Sunday afternoon!
  • Kids 12 and under can participate in our costume contest on Saturday and Sunday at 4 p.m. (Participants must pre-register at the Information Booth.)
  • Live music all day Saturday with performances from Cantina Renegades, Straight Up Whatever, Echoes of Cadence, and a special headline performance by SM Familia at 8 p.m.
  • Special performances by kid's bands and vocalists on Sunday from 12 p.m.-4 p.m.
  • Enjoy traditional music and dance from the Lorena Hancock's folk dancers on Sunday at 6 p.m.
  • Come back on Sunday at 8 p.m. for a one-of-a-kind performance from renowned stage illusionist Anthony Hernandez.

Kids under 12 can TRICK OR TREAT safely in our vendor marketplace all weekend for FREE! (You must register at the information booth and be accompanied by a parent).

That's not all… get your face painted, caricature drawn, or dunk a Zombie in our toxic acid bath at the Monster Dunk Tank!

For more information or to purchase wristbands in advance, visit our website:www.stormhalloweenfestival.com


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