Fun events planned for Halloween weekend

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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – With Halloween just around the corner, a full weekend of fall events is planned around the county for community members of all ages.

Halloween this year is on Monday, Oct. 31, but the fun will kick off on Friday in Lakeport and move around the lake through to Monday, when the city of Clearlake's annual festivities for children will take place.

Below is a listing of local Halloween events. If we've missed something, e-mail us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we'll update the listing, the Lake County News calendar and also post it on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and Tumblr.

Friday, Oct. 28

Renker Farms corn maze

Renker Farms, 2297 Argonaut Road in Kelseyville, hosts a fall corn maze, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., through November. They also offer a produce stand with fruits, vegetables and flowers. Information: 707-279-4409.

Lakeport Halloween Parade

The annual Halloween parade for first through third graders from Lakeport Elementary School will take place from noon to 1:15 p.m. through downtown. Street closures will take place on Second and Main streets, Ninth and Main streets, and Second to Ninth streets along Main Street. Information: Lakeport Public Works Department, 707-263-0751.

Jellystone Park Halloween celebration

Celebrate Halloween with Yogi, Boo Boo, Cindy and Ranger Smith, at Jellystone RV Park and Camp Resort, 14117 Bottle Rock Road in Cobb. From 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. there will be a pumpkin patch and haunted house, pumpkins and haunted house, pumpkins and tasty treats available for purchase, as well as games, prizes, candy, face painting and more for the young and young at heart. Haunted house admission is free. The haunted house gets scarier from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Information: 707-928-4322, www.jellystonecobbmtn.com.

Lakeport Speedway Haunted House

The Lakeport Speedway, 401 Martin St. in Lakeport, will host a haunted house from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Information: 707-279-9577, www.lakeportspeedway.com.

Haunted barn, graveyard, corn maze, pumpkin patch

Rancho De La Fuente, 2290 Soda Bay Road in Lakeport, will host a haunted barn and graveyard for adults and a not-so-scary kids corn maze and pumpkin patch from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., daytime by appointment through the weekend. The cost is $3 for children ages 6 to 12 in costume ($5 without). Information: 707-263-3160, www.ranchweddingevents.com.

'Scary Night Under the Stars'

The Taylor Observatory-Norton Planetarium, 5725 Oak Hills Lane in Kelseyville, will host a “Scary Night Under the Stars” from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Find out what's up in the night sky. Amateur astronomers will be on hand to share their telescopes and knowledge with the general public. Planetarium show tickets cost $5 for adults and $3 for children under age 12. Information: 707-262-4121, www.lake-coe.k12.ca.us/apps/comm.asp?Q=96. A map to the observatory can be found at http://lakecoe.org/apps/comm.asp?%241=126.

Saturday, Oct. 29

Renker Farms corn maze

Halloween at Six Sigma Ranch

Celebrate Halloween at Six Sigma Ranch and Winery, 13372 Spruce Grove Road in Lower Lake, from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. No tricks or costumes necessary but there will be treats for all to enjoy. Weekend activities will include complimentary Pinzgauer tours (regularly $25 per person) to the Diamond Mine Vineyard, elevation 1,700 feet. Along the way guests will enjoy spectacular views, observe different microclimates, and if it’s an especially clear day, Lake Berryessa may be visible in the distance. The tour takes about 45 minutes round trip. The Pinzgauer, a 1973 Austrian-made all-terrain vehicle, can seat up to 10 people. Advance reservations are required. The Six Sigma Ranch pumpkin patch produced some lovely pumpkins this year as did the apple trees adjacent to the tasting room. The Ahlmann family will be sharing the bounty of their small harvest with Halloween weekend guests, while supply lasts. A complementary tasting of current release wines, available to guests 21 and older, also will be served at the picnic tables under the oak trees. Information: 707-994-4068, www.sixsigmaranch.com.

Lakeside Family Fun & Event Center Halloween

Bowl in costume in the Singles 9 Pin “Under the Sheets” No Tap Tournament at the Lakeside Family Fun & Event Center, 872 Lakeport Blvd. in Lakeport. The tournament starts at 2 p.m. Win prizes, win best in costume and much more. Entries close Saturday, Oct. 29, at 11 a.m.; check-in at 1 p.m., tournament starts at 2 p.m. The cost is $15. Come in to register or call 707-263-4828 for a faxed sign-up form. Information: www.lakesidefamilyfun.com.

Jellystone Park Halloween celebration

Celebrate Halloween with Yogi, Boo Boo, Cindy and Ranger Smith, at Jellystone RV Park and Camp Resort, 14117 Bottle Rock Road in Cobb. From 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. there will be a pumpkin patch and haunted house, pumpkins and haunted house, pumpkins , costume contest and tasty treats available for purchase, as well as games, prizes, candy, face painting and more for the young and young at heart. Haunted house admission is free. The haunted house gets scarier from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Information: 707-928-4322, www.jellystonecobbmtn.com.

Sons of Italy Halloween dinner, dance

Enjoy a Halloween party dinner and dance at the Sons of Italy club hall, 2817 E. Highway 20 in Nice. The bar is open for socializing at 5 p.m. then dinner will be served at 6 p.m. Enjoy dancing to music of the High Notes right after the meal. Dress up for the costume contest and win a prize. All tickets cost $15 at the door. Everyone is welcome. Information: 707-263-1606.

Zino's Ristorante Halloween Party

Zino's Ristorante, 6330 Soda Bay Road in Kelseyville, will host a Halloween Party from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., featuring a special menu with prime rib and other specials. Lake County's piano man, David Neft, will entertain. Come in costume or just come down and watch the fun. Prizes will be offered for the best costume. Information: 707-279-1620.

Lakeport Speedway Haunted House

The Lakeport Speedway, 401 Martin St. in Lakeport, will host a haunted house from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Information: 707-279-9577, www.lakeportspeedway.com.

NCRA Races with Halloween Smash Boat Race and Truck Derby

The Lakeport Speedway, located at the Lake County Fairgrounds at 401 Martin St. in Lakeport, will host the Halloween Smash Boat Race and Truck Derby from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Admission fee. Information: 707-279-9577, www.lakeportspeedway.com.

Haunted barn, graveyard, corn maze, pumpkin patch

Halloween Metal Mosh 2011

The Clearlake Oaks Moose Lodge, 15900 E. Highway 20, will host the Halloween Metal Mosh from 7 p.m. to midnight. The concern will feature Live the Day, Hexafiend, Blitzenhamer and more. Doors open at 6 p.m. The cost is $10 at the door. Live bands, full bar and food, and Halloween costume contest.

Sunday, Oct. 30

Renker Farms corn maze

Jellystone Park Halloween celebration

Celebrate Halloween with Yogi, Boo Boo, Cindy and Ranger Smith, at Jellystone RV Park and Camp Resort, 14117 Bottle Rock Road in Cobb. From 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. there will be a pumpkin patch and haunted house, pumpkins and haunted house, pumpkins , costume contest and tasty treats available for purchase, as well as games, prizes, candy, face painting and more for the young and young at heart. Haunted house admission is free. The haunted house gets scarier from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Information: 707-928-4322, www.jellystonecobbmtn.com.

Haunted barn, graveyard, corn maze, pumpkin patch

Monday, Oct. 31

Renker Farms corn maze

Downtown Lakeport Trick-or-Treat

Thirty-six Lakeport stores will open their doors to trick-or-treating youngsters in costume from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Families are invited to enjoy a safe and fun Halloween on Main Street concluding at 4 p.m. with a costume contest on Museum Square. The event is free of charge. Maps indicating trick or treat locations are available at participating businesses or at the Lakeport Main Street Association desk in the lobby of City Hall at Second and Park Streets. Information: Carol Hays, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 707-263-8843.

City of Clearlake Trick-or-Treat Party

The city of Clearlake will host its annual Trick-Or-Treat party from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Clearlake City Hall, 14050 Olympic Drive. City staff and police officers will volunteer their time to dress up and hand out goodies and reflective treat bags to community children as a safe alternative to trick-or treating in unknown neighborhoods. Refreshments also will be available for children and parents to enjoy. Cameras are welcome. Trick or treating at Clearlake City Hall is now in its fifth year of festive community tradition. Information: 707-994-8201, Extension 106.

Jellystone Park Halloween celebration

Celebrate Halloween with Yogi, Boo Boo, Cindy and Ranger Smith, at Jellystone RV Park and Camp Resort, 14117 Bottle Rock Road in Cobb. From 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. there will be a pumpkin patch and haunted house, pumpkins and haunted house, pumpkins , costume contest and tasty treats available for purchase, as well as games, prizes, candy, face painting and more for the young and young at heart. Haunted house admission is free. The haunted house gets scarier from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Information: 707-928-4322, www.jellystonecobbmtn.com.

McBoo Costume Contest

The Lakeport McDonald's, 1400 Todd Road, will host the McBoo Costume Contest. Sign ups begin at 5:15 p.m. with the costume parade at 6:15 pm. There are three age divisions: 0 to 4 years; 5 to 8 years; and 9 to 12 years. Prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third place winners in each division. First place will win a $100 savings bond. Fun and candy for all.

Halloween Festival

Tatonka Trading and Mini Golf and Burger Time will host a free Halloween festival from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Tatonka Trading, 14240 Lakeshore Drive in Clearlake. There will be games and prizes, candy, free sweatshirts and more. Volunteers are needed to run games and fill candy bags; call Barbara Greer at Burger Time, 707-995-1004.

Lakeport Kiwanis Club Halloween Party

The Lakeport Kiwanis Club presents its annual Halloween Party from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Clear Lake High School gym, 350 Lange St. A safe, free and fun evening featuring game booths, candy prizes and a costume contest to amuse and delight children of all ages.

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