Haunted Happenings in Benicia

Make sure to check out Benicia Main Street for all their haunted happenings this month.  There are plenty of events to keep your family entertained all month long. 

Annual Haunted Depot!

The normally mild-mannered Southern Pacific Railroad Depot has been mysteriously transformed into a frightful depository of ghosts, goblins and spirits daring you and your family to pay a visit.
Admission is $3 for adults and $2 for children under 6 years of age with a donation of a canned good item (without a donation adults $6, children under 6 years $4). The hours of the Haunted Depot are Fridays, October 12, 19 & 26 from 6-9pm; Saturdays, October 13, 20, & 27 from 12-3pm and 6-9pm; Sundays, October 14, 21, & 28 from 12-4pm; and October 31st from 6-9pm. Afternoon visits will feature a family-friendly experience.

Scarecrow Contest

Kicking off the month is the Scarecrow Contest. As you stroll down First Street during the month of October you will be greeted by over 30 six-foot tall scarecrows imaginatively fashioned by downtown businesses. The public is invited to vote on their favorites by picking up and dropping off a ballot at the participating merchants or during the Thursday night Farmers Market.

Ghost Walk

Spooky tales of the paranormal history of Benicia are revealed on this exciting, interactive, and fun Ghost Walk with paranormal experts. Come meet the Ghosts of Benicia's Past!
Tours are scheduled for Friday, Oct. 5, 12, 19 & 26 at 8:00pm and Saturday, Oct. 13, 20 & 27 at 8:00pm. The tour will begin at the Historic Railroad Depot located at 90 First Street, travel up First Street, and end back at the Depot. We recommend you wear good walking shoes and bring a flashlight. Each tour is limited to 20 people and will last approximately 2 hours, depending on what entity you encounter along the way! Tours are $25 per person.

Halloween Costume Contest & First Street Stroll

Benicia's Halloween tradition continues on Saturday, October 27th at 10am with the Annual Halloween Costume Contest and Stroll. Kids of all ages enjoy the popular Halloween costume contest and Trick or Treat Stroll. Local merchants on First Street get into the spirit of the holiday for all to shop and stroll. At noon on the First Street Green you can enjoy the ever-popular Canine & Critter Costume Contest with prizes and treats!

For more information see Benicia Main Street.