California Events Calendar 2025-2026
Discover the most exciting events happening throughout California from October 2025 through December 2026. From world-famous music festivals like Coachella to spooky Halloween celebrations and magical holiday experiences, California offers year-round entertainment for every interest.
🎭 Featured Event Categories
Music Festivals: Coachella, Joshua Tree Music Festival, California Roots Festival
Halloween Events: Knott's Scary Farm, Escape Halloween, Oogie Boogie Bash
Holiday Celebrations: Disneyland Festival of Holidays, Christmas in the Park
Cultural Festivals: California Culture Festival, Cherry Blossom Festival
Food Events: California Strawberry Festival
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📅 2025 Events (October - December)
Experience the final months of 2025 with spectacular Halloween celebrations, harvest festivals, and holiday magic.
- October 2025 - Halloween festivals and fall celebrations
- November 2025 - Holiday season begins
- December 2025 - Holiday celebrations and New Year's events
- Guides
📅 2026 Events (Full Year)
A complete calendar year filled with world-class festivals, cultural celebrations, and seasonal events.
- January 2026 - New Year events and winter festivals
- February 2026 - Cultural celebrations
- March 2026 - Spring festivals begin
- April 2026 - Coachella and spring celebrations
- May 2026 - Music festivals and food events
- June 2026 - Summer festival season
- July 2026 - Independence Day celebrations
- August 2026 - Music and arts festivals
- September 2026 - Gaming and pop culture events
- October 2026 - Halloween celebrations return
- November 2026 - Harvest and thanksgiving events
- December 2026 - Holiday magic and year-end festivities
- Guides
💡 Planning Your Visit
Many of California's premier events require advance booking and can sell out months ahead. Popular festivals like Coachella often have waitlists, so plan early! Check individual event pages for ticket information, transportation options, and accommodation recommendations.
Featured Upcoming Events
🎃 Knott's Scary Farm
September 18 - November 1, 2025
Buena Park, CA
The longest-running Halloween theme park event in Southern California with 50+ years of nightmares.
🎵 Coachella 2026
April 10-12 & 17-19, 2026
Indio, CA
World-famous music and arts festival featuring top international artists across multiple genres.
🍓 California Strawberry Festival
May 16-17, 2026
Ventura, CA
Annual celebration with strawberry treats, live music, and family fun at the Ventura County Fairgrounds.
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