Calabasas Pumpkin Festival 2026: A Local's Guide to This Sunday's Celebration

There's something special about Calabasas in October. The weather begins to change, neighbors come together, and one of the city's favorite traditions returns: the Calabasas Pumpkin Festival.

This Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 10 AM to 5 PM, Juan Bautista de Anza Park becomes the center of Calabasas's fall festivities, bringing together families, local businesses, entertainment, and the community that makes this city such an extraordinary place to call home.

And this year, if you're attending, I'd love for you to stop by and say hello.

I'll be working the Beer Garden entrance in the center of the festival as part of my involvement with the Calabasas Chamber of Commerce, where I'm proud to serve on the Board of Directors.

For me, this is more than another event on the calendar. It's an opportunity to celebrate a community where we've maintained a real estate presence for more than 17 years.

Calabasas Pumpkin Festival 2026: Everything You Need to Know

If you're searching for things to do in Calabasas this weekend, the Pumpkin Festival is a wonderful opportunity to experience the city's local character.

• Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Location: Juan Bautista de Anza Park, 3701 Lost Hills Road, Calabasas, CA
• Advance admission: $15 per person, plus applicable fees, through October 17
• Event-day admission: $20 per person
• Children: Under 24 months admitted free
• Parking: Designated off-site parking with complimentary shuttle service

For official ticket information and festival updates, visit the City of Calabasas Pumpkin Festival website.

What Can Visitors Expect?

The festival brings together seasonal entertainment, community activities, and local businesses in one lively setting.

• Pumpkins and fall-themed activities
• Live music and entertainment
• Food vendors and seasonal treats
• Family-friendly games and attractions
• Local businesses and marketplace vendors
• The Calabasas Chamber of Commerce Beer Garden & Business Expo

It's the kind of event where you can spend an entire afternoon exploring, meeting neighbors, and enjoying Calabasas beyond its familiar shopping destinations and residential communities.

Come Find Me at the Calabasas Pumpkin Festival Beer Garden

One of the most rewarding parts of serving on the Calabasas Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is being involved with the people and businesses that shape our community.

This Sunday, I'll be volunteering at the entrance to the Beer Garden, located in the heart of the festival.

If you recognize me from around town, from a real estate transaction, from the Chamber, or even from reading this article, please come introduce yourself.

I'd genuinely enjoy meeting you.

One thing I've come to appreciate about Calabasas is how interconnected our business and residential communities really are. The entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals you encounter around town are often the same people volunteering, supporting community organizations, and helping make events like this possible.

For more information about the Chamber's participation, see the Beer Garden & Business Expo event listing.

Why Does Calabasas Have a Pumpkin Festival?

Here's a little local history that visitors might not know.

The name Calabasas is commonly associated with the Spanish word calabaza, meaning pumpkin or gourd.

According to local folklore, a wagon carrying pumpkins or gourds overturned in the area long ago, scattering its cargo across the landscape.

Whether or not every detail of that story is historically verifiable, it remains part of the local folklore surrounding the city's name.

There's something particularly charming about celebrating a fall tradition connected to Calabasas's own identity.

The Pumpkin Festival is more than a seasonal attraction. It's a celebration of the community itself.

What More Than 17 Years in Calabasas Has Taught Me About This Community

My relationship with Calabasas extends well beyond real estate transactions.

For more than 17 years, I've maintained an office presence in Calabasas through different real estate brokerages. Today, my partner Sarah Anderson and I work together through Getzels Group, powered by Christie's International Real Estate Southern California.

Sarah is also a longtime resident of The Oaks of Calabasas, one of the city's most distinctive guard-gated residential communities.

Between our professional work, Sarah's firsthand experience living in The Oaks, and my participation in the Chamber of Commerce, we've developed a perspective on Calabasas that extends beyond listings, statistics, and market reports.

We understand that every neighborhood has its own character.

Old Town Calabasas feels different from The Oaks. Calabasas Park has a different atmosphere from the estates nestled into the surrounding hillsides. The experience of living in a gated community can differ considerably from life in an established, non-gated neighborhood.

These differences matter, particularly when someone is deciding not just which house to buy, but where they want to build their life.

For readers exploring the city more closely, our Calabasas neighborhood guide provides a closer look at the area's distinctive residential communities.

Sarah Anderson's Perspective: Life in The Oaks of Calabasas

One of the advantages of working with Sarah is that her knowledge of The Oaks comes from actually living in the community.

She understands the residential experience beyond architectural styles, property sizes, and marketing descriptions.

From the character of different streets to the importance of privacy, neighborhood amenities, and day-to-day convenience, that firsthand perspective adds another layer of insight for people considering a move.

The Oaks is particularly appealing to buyers seeking estate-style residences, a private guard-gated environment, and convenient access to the rest of Calabasas.

If you're curious about the community, explore our detailed guide to The Oaks and The Estates at The Oaks in Calabasas.

And for those considering a move to Calabasas, you can also explore the Calabasas real estate and neighborhood page on our website.

Why Community Events Matter When Choosing Where to Live

When people ask me what makes Calabasas special, I don't begin with home prices.

I begin with the experience of living here.

You can study property values, compare architectural styles, analyze recent sales, and research neighborhoods online.

And while those things are essential when making a significant real estate decision, they don't tell the entire story.

Understanding a community also requires knowing how its neighborhoods connect, what local businesses contribute, where residents gather, and what makes people want to stay.

The Calabasas Pumpkin Festival is a wonderful illustration of that.

For someone visiting Calabasas for the first time, attending a community event offers something a property tour cannot: an opportunity to experience the people and atmosphere of the city.

And for longtime residents, events like this are reminders of the local traditions that help make a community feel like home.

For a broader look at what distinguishes the city, read our guide to the Calabasas lifestyle, neighborhoods, and luxury real estate.

Calabasas Pumpkin Festival 2026: Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Calabasas Pumpkin Festival in 2026?

The 2026 Calabasas Pumpkin Festival takes place Sunday, October 18, from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Where is the Calabasas Pumpkin Festival held?

The festival takes place at Juan Bautista de Anza Park, 3701 Lost Hills Road, Calabasas, California 91302.

How much are Calabasas Pumpkin Festival tickets?

Advance general admission is listed at $15 per person, plus applicable fees, through October 17. Event-day general admission is listed at $20 per person. Children under 24 months are admitted free. Check the official festival website for current availability and ticket terms.

Where do I park for the Calabasas Pumpkin Festival?

Designated parking and complimentary shuttle transportation are provided for festival visitors. Check the City of Calabasas website for the latest parking locations and shuttle instructions before arriving.

Is there a beer garden at the Calabasas Pumpkin Festival?

Yes. The Calabasas Chamber of Commerce participates with a Beer Garden & Business Expo. Nathaniel Pitchon-Getzels, a Chamber Board Director and founder of Getzels Group, will be volunteering at the Beer Garden entrance during the 2026 event.

What else can I do in Calabasas?

Visitors can explore Old Town Calabasas, The Commons at Calabasas, local restaurants, nearby trails, and the surrounding residential neighborhoods. The city combines access to natural surroundings with an established business and residential community.

Explore more of the area's lifestyle in our West Valley living and neighborhood guide.

A Personal Invitation: I'll See You at the Pumpkin Festival

If you're coming to the Calabasas Pumpkin Festival this Sunday, October 18, I hope you'll stop by the Beer Garden entrance and say hello.

Whether we've known each other for years or haven't met yet, it would be a pleasure.

And if you're visiting Calabasas because you're considering making this community your home, spend some time exploring the city while you're here.

Discover the neighborhoods. Support the local businesses. Talk to the people who live here.

Sarah and I are always happy to share our perspective on Calabasas, The Oaks, Hidden Hills, and the surrounding communities where we work with buyers and sellers.

Sometimes the best way to understand a place isn't through a real estate listing.

It's by spending a Sunday afternoon among the people who call it home.

See you at the Pumpkin Festival!