Events for October 18, 2025

Families are invited to this free storytime featuring a different picture book each week at 11 a.m.

Discover a delightful outdoor shopping experience at Mountain Artisans Market. One of a kind hand-crafted creations alongside enticing food vendors and live music performances.

Throughout October, enjoy these kid-friendly Halloween features on the big screen for only $2 at Galaxy Theatres. Locations in Porterville and Tulare. Check showtimes online. Today's showing: Monster House. (888)…

Families will enjoy the pumpkin patch plus other attraction like the corn maze, Barnyard Bounce, the hayride, Dino Dig Sandbox, and so much more! Open September 27th–November 2nd. Visit hunterfamilyfarms.com…

Get lost in the giant corn maze, find the perfect pumpkin, and more September 27th–November 1st! Visit vosslerfarms.com for hours and prices. Vossler Farms, 26773 S. Mooney Boulevard, Visalia. (559)…

Get ready for a spooktacular day of science and fun on October 18th! Enjoy activities, candy, vendors, and excitement for all ages. Costumes encouraged! Tickets: $2. Fresno Discovery Center, 1944…

Shop for the finest quality, locally-grown produce direct from the grower. Dedicated to providing a healthy shopping experience for parents all year! 7 a.m.–12 p.m. Blackstone and Shaw Avenues. 269-9343

Shop for fresh produce and visit local vendors from 8–11:30 a.m. Rain or shine! Main and Mooney, 2231 W. Main Street, Visalia. 730-6021

Enjoy the petting farm and pumpkin patch Fridays 2–6 p.m. and Saturdays–Sunday 8 a.m.–6 pm. Open October 3rd–26th. Ponchos Pumpkin Patch, 35288 Quail Oak Road, Auberry. (530) 925-5070

Families are invited to shop for local produce in the open-air market in Old Town Clovis from 9–11:30 a.m. Weather permitting. Old Town Clovis, Pollasky between Fifth and Bullard, Clovis.…

Join for farm tours, demonstrations, giveaways, sample farm products, enjoy activities, and more from 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

This free event features vendors, a car show, live music, static display aircraft, fly-by aircraft, and much more! 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Pick out the perfect pumpkin, enjoy the beautiful sunflowers, and more from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. from September 27th–October 31st. Sunflower Farm Stand, 18266 Kings Canyon Road, Sanger. (559) 400-3211

Make your way to Vista Ranch to enjoy a unique, beautiful country setting. With a variety of pumpkins, squash, gourds, and stalks—there’s something for everyone! Open October 1st–31st from 9…

Tots too young for terror and those souls faint of heart can visit Hillcrest Farms on weekends September 27th–October 26th from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Enjoy hay rides, the pumpkin patch,…

Bring your mini-DIYer into Lowe’s to build a play firehouse at one of the select time slots for a workshop hosted by a Red Vest experts from 10 a.m.–1 p.m.…

Families can shop for a wide variety of local fruits, vegetables, and everything delicious under the sun. Enjoy food trucks, freshly baked breads and sweets, art, and so much more!…

Enjoy fall fun including hayrides, farm-grown pumpkins, photo ops, and food. Open October 4th–26th on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $35 per car. Sweet Thistle Farms, 5365 N.…

Experience three blocks of city art, culture, and wellness activities. Watch demos, participate in activities, and enjoy the vendors at this free event! 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Enjoy a day of free, family fun celebrating Merced County's almond, walnut, and pistachio industry! There will be games, demos, performers, and more from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $1 for…

Pick out the perfect pumpkin Fridays 4–9 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.–9 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m.–7 p.m. September 27th–October 31st. $5 entry. Ford Farms, 22827 Road 180, Lindsay. (559) 577-0454

Families are invited to join for a sensory-friendly movie today at 10:30 a.m. Entry is free for guests with special needs and companion tickets are $6.

Kids ages 3–8 are invited for stories along with puppets, music, and crafts at 11 a.m. Free!

Head to the mall for this free, not-so-scary event with decorated trunks, treats, and the Fresno Police Department! October 18th from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. The New Manchester, 1901 E. Shields…

Families will enjoy this free fall showcase of fresh dairy, meat, fruits, vegetables, candy, nuts, plants, and other food grown right on campus. Plus, don’t miss out on the kids…

This pet-friendly patch is the perfect place to take your fall family photos and visit with the adoptable pets, and all pumpkin purchases benefit the animals! October 4th–31st on Tuesdays–Sundays…

Shop for the perfect pumpkin, get lost in the maze, and enjoy games at this family-owned patch. Open October 1st–November 2nd, Mondays–Thursdays 4–7 p.m., Fridays 4–7:30 p.m., and Saturday–Sundays 11…

Families are invited to this free event featuring community safety resources, a drone light show, food trucks, vendors, live music, vehicle displays, and more from 4 p.m. to dark. David…

Enjoy the Jubilee and Wild West Wagon Ride on October 18th at 5 p.m. Admission, games, and wagon ride are free! Downtown at the intersection of K Street & Kern…

A show that is abso-bloomin’-loverly! Rated PG. Tickets: $45–$79.

Observe planets, stars, galaxies, and nebulae while learning about the night sky from the Central Valley Astronomers at dusk. Free!