Boo on the Block 🎃 Family Halloween Festival

Grab your costumes and join neighbors and friends down the haunted driveway for an open-air Halloween celebration before trick-or-treating Presented by Clean Living Magazine. 🎃

Read all about it in the latest publication.

🎃 A Community Celebration with Purpose!

Join us in celebrating our Walter Hays Elementary community, bringing together local families, generous businesses, volunteers, and community partners to create something truly special!

This celebration is entirely volunteer-led, with all activities and experiences generously donated by our incredible community partners. Every ticket helps make this community-driven event possible, while tickets purchased through Walter Hays’ dedicated fundraising efforts directly benefit the school.

🎟️ Important Ticket Information:

Children Ages 2+: Regular Children’s Pass required.

Adults: FREE admission with the purchase of a regular Children’s Pass.

Children Under 2: FREE admission with the purchase of a regular Children’s Pass.

Please note: Complimentary adult and under-2 tickets are only valid when included in the same registration as at least one paid Children’s Pass. Free tickets cannot be reserved independently, and registrations that do not meet these requirements will be canceled.

SCHEDULE:

Saturday, October 31 · 3–5 PM

What's happening

FREE copy of Sofia's Village by local author Jaime McFaden in a Custom tote bags from San Benito House for the first 25 kiddos

Then head to Luna's Patch + Press Station to decorate your tote! You can also customize a denim or canvas item you already own.

Collect a Glow stick and temporary tattoo

Face paint + toothbrushes by Twin Smiles Orthodontics

Coloring station for the littles by Cassandra McClure Events

Live art by Ali Hall

Pumpkin gem decorating station by Play and Create Events

Coffee for parents and spooky beverages for the kids by Aurora Coffee Co.

Music + Photo moments

Costume contest for the best child and adult costumes with prizes like a new dress from Lil Olives, Oka's Car Care detail service, Glow San Carlos spray tan, Beauty Crush Skincare set and more!

Cake Pops & chocolate covered pretzels by Sweets by Marlsss

Each child receives a can of No Biggie

Skincare gift for moms by Oyu Botanica

plenty of Halloween magic

Decor by The Porch Edit

Shop la Source Salon vintage boutique and unique home finds curated by Twila LaDon at Studio C

Gluten free Cookies from Made out of Dough

🚻✨ OFFICIAL LUXURY RESTROOM PARTNER

We’re delighted to welcome Royal Restrooms of California⁠ as our Official Luxury Restroom Partner for Boo on the Block!

Bringing a touch of luxury to our outdoor celebration, Royal Restrooms specializes in beautifully appointed, climate-controlled restroom trailers featuring flushing toilets, running water, and elevated interiors. Because even Halloween deserves a little luxury! 🎃✨

We’re grateful for every partnership making this year’s guest experience extra special.

WhereSet at one of Crescent Park's most iconic homes, just steps from Addison Elementary and iconic haunted houses. The exact address for this event is sent to ticket holders only.

With thanks to our contributing partnersHopper.dev A.I. · Extraordinary Smile · Pretty Mama Breastfeeding · YBrows Beauty & Cosmetics · SM Soaps & Candles + Arrillaga Family Gymnastics Center + Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce + Coupa Cafe + Dar Bar + more

Local brands + businessesA limited number of sponsor and community partner spots are still open for brands who want to activate, contribute, or connect with Palo Alto families. Email [email protected] to inquire.

Private event · Ticket required and scanned at entrance •

Where your ticket goesTicket proceeds go toward creating amazing experiences for families to enjoy, and toward supporting the local artists and creatives who help bring this event to life. ✨

Good to knowThis is an outdoor event on private property. It’s safe and magical for every family. Please be respectful of the surrounding home, neighbors, and each other.

No drugs or alcohol• Please only photograph your own children• Guests may be asked to leave for disruptive or inappropriate behavior• Security will be on site

Please walk, stroll or bike.

Free street parking. The driveway will be closed to cars to keep the little ones safe. Note this is an outdoor event on private property. Give yourself time to arrive and park as this is a popular area on Halloween!

Thank you for helping keep the night spooky, safe, and fun for the little ones! 🎃

Hosted by Cassandra McClure, Presented by Clean Living Magazine