Halloween Week in Yuma AZ: Events and Fall Fun

Yuma does Halloween week well. Between the haunted house, a full Día de los Muertos celebration, half a dozen trunk or treats, and the last night of the pumpkin patch, there is something almost every evening between now and October 31. Here is the complete rundown so you can plan your week.

Where is the best haunted house in Yuma AZ?

Yuma Nightmares, at 15485 S. Avenue 4E, is the main scare in town. It runs Friday and Saturday nights from 7 to 10 pm, with final nights on Friday, October 30 and Saturday, October 31. Tickets are $16 on Fridays and $17 on Saturdays, and there is a $3 Fast Pass at the gate if you want to skip the line. Wear closed-toe shoes, because you walk through sand, and know that it may be too intense for kids 12 and under.

What trunk or treat events are happening in Yuma?

You have options, which is great when you have little ones and a busy week.

On Friday, October 23, SPCC holds its 5th annual Halloween Spooktacular from 5 to 8 pm, with decorated trunks and candy for the kids.

On Saturday, October 24, the Northside Church trunk or treat runs from 3 to 5 pm in their front parking lot, with games, inflatables, hotdogs with all the fixings, and a trunk decorating contest.

On Sunday, October 25, the trunk or treat at Clarke Hinkle Stadium parking lot opens trunks with games and candy from 3 pm, with the trunk winner announced at 5:15 pm. Last year had a huge turnout, so bring plenty of treats if you are decorating a car.

On Wednesday, October 28, Exceptional Community Hospital hosts its trunk or treat from 5:30 to 8 pm, a safe and easy midweek option.

Is there a Día de los Muertos celebration in Yuma?

Yes, and it is one of the nicest evenings of the fall season. The Colorado River State Historic Park, at 201 N. 4th Ave., celebrates its annual Día de los Muertos on Saturday, October 24 from 5 to 10 pm. Expect folklórico dancers, mariachi, live music, and costume and altar contests. General admission is $15, and youth tickets for ages 4 to 17 are $10 and include face painting and crafts. Buy tickets online ahead of time to skip the gate line.

Where can I take my kids for daytime Halloween fun in Yuma?

Sunday, October 25 is the last day of the Yuma Family Pumpkin Patch, open 6 to 8 pm. Squeeze in one more hayride and pick out a pumpkin before Halloween week ends.

The Yuma County Fall Fest at the fairgrounds runs through the season with carnival rides, a demolition derby, and paint classes, another solid daytime option.

What is happening on Halloween weekend itself?

Saturday, October 24 is the big night to circle. Out in Somerton, Bridget's Gift holds its Western dance and barbecue on the Cocopah Casino event lawn, with Big & Rich and special guest Cowboy Troy. Doors open at 5 pm, and proceeds support local families facing breast cancer. Then on Halloween night itself, Yuma Nightmares has its final scare of the season.

Why do events like these matter for home buyers?

Because this is how you learn a town. The families handing out candy at trunk or treats are your future neighbors. The winter visitors who show up to events like these are often the same people who buy here while they are in town for the season. If you are thinking about moving to Yuma, spend Halloween week here first and see how the town feels.

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