Santa Clarita Living Weekly

Vol. 1 · No. 8 · October 15-21, 2026

The valley is fully in its October rhythm this weekend. There is a circus under the big top, dogs dressed for a cause, a haunted sheriff's station, pumpkin-patch fun and a Sunday evening around the fire.

Jon and I checked every date, time and official link Wednesday. We also added our new Red Hawk listing and both weekend open houses.

Here is the fun-first list for October 16 through 18.

This weekend's fun-first shortlist

A haunted jailhouse, dressed-up dogs and two chances to tour Red Hawk

13422 Red Hawk Drive, open Saturday and Sunday

Pick the Sheriff's Haunted Jailhouse for Halloween fun that supports the Boys & Girls Club, BARK FOR LIFE for a feel-good Saturday, Gilchrist Farm for pumpkin season, Dial M for Murder for date night, or one of our Saturday and Sunday open houses.

The Weekend Wow

Make a fall day of it at Gilchrist Farm

A child in a firefighter costume and a puppy among pumpkins at Gilchrist Farm

Gilchrist Farm's Harvest Festival is open Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Admission and parking are free, so you can walk the pumpkin patch before deciding which activities fit your day.

Pig races are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Activity tickets are sold separately.

Plan your farm visit

Our Two Picks

The plans Michelle and Jon would choose

Michelle's Pick

Sheriff's Halloween Carnival & Haunted Jail House

I love a holiday, and this one also supports the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley. The haunted jailhouse, costumes, games and local give-back make this my pick for Sunday.

See Sunday's event details →

Jon's Pick

BARK FOR LIFE

Jon likes something active that also gives back. This one adds dogs, a costume parade, games and fundraising for the American Cancer Society.

See Saturday's details →

The Calendar

Friday through Sunday, at a glance

Pumpkins and fall decorations at Gilchrist Farm

Friday, October 16

6:00-9:00 p.m. Mission View Trunk or Treat
8:00 p.m. Dial M for Murder at Canyon Theatre Guild
Showtimes vary Circus Vargas at Valencia Town Center

Saturday, October 17

8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Old Town Newhall Farmers Market
9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Gilchrist Farm Harvest Festival
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. BARK FOR LIFE
2:00-5:00 p.m. Open house at 13422 Red Hawk Drive
7:00 p.m. Dial M for Murder
Showtimes vary Circus Vargas

Sunday, October 18

8:00 a.m.-noon Santa Clarita Certified Farmers Market at COC
8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Valencia FivePoint Farmers Market
9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Gilchrist Farm Harvest Festival
10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Sheriff's Halloween Carnival & Haunted Jail House
2:00-5:00 p.m. Open house at 13422 Red Hawk Drive
4:30-7:30 p.m. Fireside Nights at Vasquez Rocks
Showtimes vary Circus Vargas

Quick Weekend Picks

Choose the mood, then make one plan

Official 2026 Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Halloween Carnival and Haunted Jail House flyer

On Sunday, the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station and Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley host the Halloween Carnival & Haunted Jail House from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A $5 donation is suggested. Park at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center and use the event shuttle. See the Sheriff's official event details →

Friday costume-and-candy stop: Mission View Trunk or Treat

Sunday Halloween fundraiser: Sheriff's Halloween Carnival & Haunted Jail House

Big family outing: Circus Vargas under the big top

Fall-with-kids day: Gilchrist Farm and the pumpkin patch

Dog-lover pick: BARK FOR LIFE at the Canyon Country Community Center

Date night: Dial M for Murder on Main Street

Sunday wind-down: Fireside Nights at Vasquez Rocks

Where to Go

Circus Vargas brings Masquerade to Valencia

Official Circus Vargas Masquerade event artwork

The Masquerade production runs at Valencia Town Center through October 19 with acrobatics, aerial performances, comedy and a full two-hour show for all ages.

Tickets start at $25. Children under 2 may sit on an adult's lap at no charge. Use the official Circus Vargas ticket page for the available showtimes and seating sections.

What to Do

Make Main Street your date-night plan

Official Dial M for Murder artwork from Canyon Theatre Guild

Dial M for Murder is on stage at Canyon Theatre Guild Friday at 8:00 p.m. and Saturday at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and $15 for students. It is an easy way to pair dinner in Old Town Newhall with a live show.

See tickets and performance details →

Weekend Watch

This week's three newest real-estate tips

Michelle explains why downsizing does not have to mean buying a condo

Downsizing Isn't Just a Condo

Michelle shares why buyers are treating bathrooms like home spas

The Bathroom Is the New Spa

Michelle explains what can be hiding under an older tile roof

Your Tile Roof Is Fine. What's Under It Might Not Be.

Local Spotlight

A dog-friendly Saturday that gives back

BARK FOR LIFE runs Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Canyon Country Community Center. Expect music, vendors, food trucks, photos, games, a costume parade, agility activities, adoptions and raffles. Registration is $15 for one dog and $10 for each additional dog; guests without a dog may attend free. Proceeds support the American Cancer Society and local patient services.

Official BARK FOR LIFE of Santa Clarita Valley event flyer

Sunday Sunset Pick

End the weekend around the fire at Vasquez Rocks

Official Fireside Nights at Vasquez Rocks event flyer

Fireside Nights runs Sunday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Vasquez Rocks. The free evening includes live music, sing-alongs, animal meet-and-greets, storytelling, crafts and s'mores. Bring your own snacks, camp chairs and instruments if you want to join in. See the official listing →

A Little House Talk

New this week: 13422 Red Hawk Drive

Exterior of 13422 Red Hawk Drive in Sylmar

Coming soon · $925,000

4 beds · 2.5 baths · 2,338 sq ft

A remodeled kitchen built for gathering, an upstairs loft, mountain views and an east-facing backyard.

Open Saturday, October 17 · 2:00-5:00 p.m.
Open Sunday, October 18 · 2:00-5:00 p.m.

See photos and full details →

Want to see everything available right now?

Click here to see this weekend's open houses and active listings →

Open-house times and availability can change. Please check the live page before visiting for the latest details, including schedule changes or homes that have sold.

Behind the Brand

Why this week's picks sound like us

I will almost always choose the holiday outing, and the Haunted Jailhouse also supports the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley. Jon likes something active that helps people, which made BARK FOR LIFE an easy choice for him. Add a new home to share and it feels like a full Santa Clarita weekend.

Client Love

Care that helped a family through a difficult sale

The Cabral Street home sold for Ricky Wood's family

“They communicated clearly and frequently, making sure we were never left wondering about the process. Their professionalism and genuine care were both comforting and impressive.”

Ricky Wood · Google review

Love Where You Live

6 Communities. 1 Valley.

A neighborhood is more than a ZIP code. Trails, commute routes, schools, lot styles and the rhythm of daily errands can all change within a few miles. Click a community to compare what everyday life feels like there.

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The Suggestion Box

What should Jon and I put on next week's list?

Send us the local event, small business or neighborhood tradition you think more people should know about.

Share your suggestion

Weekend Challenge

Choose the plan that feels most like October

A circus ticket, a pumpkin-patch morning, dogs in costume or a campfire at the rocks. One well-chosen plan is enough.

I hope this makes it easier to choose one good thing to do close to home this weekend.

See you out there,
Michelle and Jon

Michelle and Jon Dubner

Dubner Real Estate Group · Equity Union
Valencia · Stevenson Ranch · Saugus · Newhall · Castaic · Canyon Country

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