The Riverside County SCARE & Pumpkin Festival

A new family tradition haunts the historic Riverside County Fairgrounds this October: The Riverside County SCARE & Pumpkin Festival. Visit a magical town in the spirit world featuring an immersive experience in three gorgeous themed realms... ● The Plaza Fantazma: A haven for family-friendly fun, this pumpkin patch boasts seasonal delicacies and a picture-perfect town square alive with a festival of friendly ghosts. ● Cantina Calacas: Sip on festive brews where skeletons celebrate Oktoberfest in a haunting desert oasis like no other, where every toast echoes with spirited laughter. ● Carnival Carnivore: Step right up and see The Beast... Who FEASTS! This heart-pounding haunted house for thrill-seekers aged 16 and up promises unforgettable surprises. "Guests will step into an immersive spirit world unlike anything they’ve ever experienced,” said Brett Jackson of Live Action Attractions, creative partners for the event. “The magical town of San Fantazma offers an enticing array of interactive entertainment for families including a pumpkin patch, fall food treats, a beer garden, and a photogenic town square complete with friendly spectral residents. And we guarantee you’ve never seen a haunt like ours.” For those brave enough to dare, the Carnival Carnivore haunted house offers frights untold. “We’re not giving anything away,” said Eric Vosmeier, creative producer for the event and such groundbreaking immersive halloween experiences as CreepLA, I Want To Live In Your Mouth and Blackout 10th Anniversary. “This is something you need to see for yourself.” The 91-acre Riverside County Fairgrounds has a rich history since 1947 of hosting eclectic, community-centric events, ranging from multi-day extravaganzas to intimate gatherings. For more info about the SCARE & Pumpkin Fest, visit https://datefest.org.