2023 Reign of Terror Haunted House in Thousand Oaks September 29 to November 4

Janss Marketplace announces the 2023 dates and ticket sales launch for the 17-night Reign of Terror Haunted House, one of the top ranked immersive haunt attractions in the U.S.  Now entering its 24tb annual season, Reign of Terror opens on Friday,, September 24th at Janss Marketplace, located off the 101 Freeway, at the intersection of Hillcrest Drive and Moorpark Road in Thousand Oaks.

The 2023 Reign of Terror contains 138 individual rooms and 10 terrifying, interconnected attractions in over 28,000 sq ft, of floor space. All attractions have been updated and enhanced for 2023.

Once again, this year will feature a “Lights OUT” special event for one night only, on Saturday, November 4th. Visitors to “Lights OUT” walk through all 138 rooms in total darkness, lit only by one small glow stick per group. It is highly recommended for visitors to come to Lights OUT as their bonus, end of season extra visit, only after visiting Reign of Terror’s regular production where all lighting and special effects run as usual. This will allow visitors of Lights OUT to truly appreciate and enjoy how different it is.

The schedule:

• Friday, Sept 29, 7pm - 11pm

• Saturday, Sept 30, 7pm - 11pm

• Friday, Oct 6, 7pm - 11pm

• Saturday, Oct 7, 7pm - 11pm

• Friday, Oct 13, 7pm - 11pm

• Saturday, Oct 14 LIGHTS ON 1-3pm*

• Saturday, Oct 14, 7pm - 11pm

• Sunday, Oct 15, 7-10pm

• Friday, Oct 20, 7pm - 11pm

• Saturday, Oct 21, 7pm - 11pm

• Sunday, Oct 22, 7pm - 10pm

• Thursday, Oct 26, 7pm - 10pm

• Friday, Oct 27, 7pm - 11pm

• Saturday, Oct 28, 7pm - 11pm

• Sunday, Oct 29, 7pm - 10pm

• Tuesday, Oct 31, 7pm - 10pm

• Friday, Nov 3, 7pm - 11pm

• Saturday, Nov 4, 7pm - 11pm LIGHTS OUT

Regular admission is $35 ($40 on 10/13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28) or $60 each for Immediate Access Pass ($65 on 10/13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28).

Early ticket purchase is recommended.  Tickets will be available for purchase online at www.rothauntedhouse.com.

Proceeds from Reign of Terror benefit the Thousand Oaks Teen Center, Young Artists Ensemble programs and the Conejo Theatre for Everyone, which provides special needs youth the opportunity to perform on stage.

*Lights on special event on Oct 14th from 1-3pm only. $10 admission at the door. Cash only. Only white house lights will be on. No special effects active. No scare actors present and no dark show lighting.

Halloween Events at Ventura Harbor Village in October 2023

Ventura Harbor Village at 1583 Spinnaker Drive in Ventura is hosting the following Halloween events and activities this October:

Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest

October 28, 2023

Enter the 11th Annual HOWL-O-WEEN Dog Costume Contest at Ventura Harbor Village on Saturday, October 28th at noon. Space is limited to the first 70 dogs. Pre-registration opens on Oct 12th. www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/howl2023

Kids Seaside Trick or Treat 2023

October 29, 2023 12PM-2PM

Dress up the kids and navigate through the waterfront village with over a dozen treat stops at participating Harbor boutiques and restaurants. There will also be face painting and fortune telling. Bring your own bag! www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/trick-or-treat-2023/

Camarillo Police Department "Trunk or Treat" Event on Thursday, October 26th

The Camarillo Police Department announces its first annual Trunk or Treat event on Thursday, October 26th from 6-8PM at the Camarillo Police Station, 3701 Las Posas Road. Several community partners will adorn their cars in Halloween decorations and pass out candy to kids as they walk by. This event is intended to be a free, slightly spooky, family friendly event that is appropriate for all ages. First responders will be present to hand out candy, show several vehicles, including an armored vehicle, police car, sheriff’s off-road vehicle, and a Ventura County Fire Engine. A sheriff’s K9 will also be on hand.

2023 Peace Pumpkin Fest in Camarillo on Saturday, October 21st

The 13th Annual Peace Pumpkin Fest at Peace Lutheran Church, 71 Loma Drive, Camarillo is planned for Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 10am to 3pm.  Free admission.  Tickets can be purchased for attractions such as hay rides, face painting, carnival games, inflatables, petting zoo, hot dogs and more. www.peacecamarillo.com/pumpkin-fest.html

Santa Paula Theater Center Presents Ghostwalk 2023 on Weekends From October 13 to 29

Santa Paula Theater Center presents Ghostwalk 2023 on Fridays through Sundays over the weekends of October 13-15, 20-22 and 27-29. Spaces are limited!

GHOSTWALK is Ventura County's original Halloween street theater presentation, a production of the Santa Paula Theater Center, now in its 29th year! Each year GhostWalk is presented in a different historic Santa Paula location. Flashlight in hand, walkers will be led along a route where they hear ghosts tell their tales of how they met their untimely ends. Some of the stories are true and based on history, and others are made up. You decide which is which!

This year’s location is the Masonic Temple at 102 N. 7th Street in Santa Paula. Tour schedules are every 15 minutes from 7-9pm on Fridays, 6:30-9pm on Saturdays and 6:30-8:30pm on Sundays. Each tour is limited to 30 people and is an hour long.

Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under, with a special $12 price for adult tickets on the opening weekend only. Online ticket sales open October 1st at GhostWalk.com.

Halloween Trick or Treating at The Oaks Mall on Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Join The Oaks mall for a special Trick or Treat night on October 31 from 4pm to 6pm. Look for special treat stations throughout the center. Trunk or Treat with police vehicles, take pics and collect candy and treats throughout the center at special treat stations.

• Thousand Oaks Fire Department

• Thousand Oaks Police Department

• Conejo Recreation and Park District

• Conejo Schools Foundation

• The Oaks

• Boy Scouts of Ventura County

• More to To Be Determined

All costumes must be family friendly. No costume masks allowed.

Retailers and restaurant trick or treat opportunities may vary. 

www.shoptheoaksmall.com/Events/Details/571588

Christ the King Pumpkin Patch October 13-31 and Pumpkin Fest Event in Newbury Park on Saturday, October 28, 2023

The Christ the King Pumpkins Patch is back in 2023, with pumpkins for sale from October 13 to 31 and one day FREE Pumpkin Festival and Escape Maze event on October 28, 2023

Open: October 13 to October 31 Monday to Friday from 2 pm to 7 pm, Saturdays from 10 am to 7 pm and Sundays from 12 pm to 7 pm. October 31 from 9 am to 4 pm.

FREE EVENT! On Saturday, October 28, 2023 Pumpkin Fest will take place from 2-6pm, including free food, games, prizes, crafts, inflatables and more; Bring your family for a fun filled afternoon.

Also on October 28th…Final Rest, an Escape Maze. Children's hours 5:30pm to 6:30pm. Scare Hours 7pm to 9:30pm. Volunteers and event donations are accepted.

School groups are invited to the patch on weekdays before 2 pm. Contact Bonniehicks@ctknp.com by email or call 805-498-2217 for more information. For a small fee per child you can get a small pumpkin, story and a craft.

Christ the King is located at 3947 West Kimber Drive, Newbury Park.

More information at https://ctknp.com/pumpkin-patch 

Spooky Town at the Simi Valley Town Center on Friday, October 27, 2023

Spooky Town returns to the Simi Valley Town Center on Friday, October 27, 2023 starting at 6pm. Free event to include trick or treating, craft tables, costume contest, Halloween music and dancing. www.simivalleytowncenter.com/user/event-detail/209

"Boo at the Zoo" Event at America's Teaching Zoo in Moorpark, October 21-22, 28-29

America’s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College, 7075 Campus Road, Moorpark, turns wildly spooktacular the weekends of October 21-22 and 28-29, 2023 from 11am to 4:30pm for “Boo at the Zoo,” the annual Halloween-themed event that features animal shows, trick or treating, kids’ scavenger hunt, food trucks, free kids’ crafts and more.

For the family-fun event, the Zoo will be draped in decorations, and people of all ages can closely view the more than 100 animals cared for at the Zoo.

Entry fee is $12 for adults and $10 for seniors and children ages 3-17. Kids ages 2 and under are admitted free. Tickets are available at zoo.moorparkcollege.edu/boo-at-the-zoo.

America’s Teaching Zoo is the only zoo in Ventura County and is the home of the Exotic Animal Training and Management Program, which started in 1971. The program offers preparation for those interested in entering the expanding animal care industry. The students study zoo keeping, basic medical care, wildlife education and training using positive reinforcement methods.

Pumpkin Party at the Leonis Adobe Museum in Calabasas on Saturday, October 28, 2023

The annual "Pumpkin Party" at the Leonis Adobe Museum is planned for Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. Enjoy live music, demonstrations, hands on crafts and more! Costumes admired but not required.

Admission is $8 per person; children under 2, free of charge.

Located at 23537 Calabasas Road, Calabasas (next to the Sagebrush Cantina).

leonisadobemuseum.org  |  818-222-6511