Monster Bash, Spooky Family Festival: 2026 Halloween Events In Rancho Santa Margarita

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA — Halloween season is upon us, and there are a slew of events in Rancho Santa Margarita to get you and your loved ones in the spooky spirit.

Here's the run-down on Halloween events taking place in Rancho Santa Margarita:

• SAMLARC Halloween Family Festival — Friday, Oct. 30 at Central Park.

This family-friendly event features a lively afternoon filled with interactive games, music, inflatables, a petting zoo, pumpkin decorating, face painting, a rock climbing wall, festival photo opportunities, community trick-or-treating and more.

Residents were urged to come dressed up in costumes, as a costume contest will be held during the festival.

The SAMLARC Halloween Family Festival takes place Saturday, Oct. 30 from 3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Central Park, 30842 La Miranda.

• Rancho Santa Margarita Public Library Monster Bash — Thursday, Oct. 22 at RSM Public Library.

Attendees of all ages are invited to the city's 4th annual Monster Bash.

Attending residents were urged to costume up and join in on festive activities including a costume parade and lots of "tricky treats."

The RSM Public Library Monster Bash takes place from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at RSM Public Library, 30902 La Promesa.