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Free Halloween “Carnival of Curiosities” w/ Circus Fun (SF’s Ocean Avenue)

Friday, October 23, 2026 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE! Open to the public
Ashton Avenue between Ocean Ave & Pico Ave | 385 Ashton Ave, San Francisco

Event Details

Ocean Avenue Association

Step right up for a FREE night of carnival games, circus performers, face painting, magic & more on Ocean Avenue!

Step right up for Carnival of Curiosities on Ocean Avenue; a free, family-friendly evening of carnival games, circus-inspired entertainment, treats, and a little bit of Halloween weirdness.

On Friday, October 23 from 6-8 PM, Ashton Avenue will transform into a colorful neighborhood carnival with classic midway games, prizes, a bounce house, obstacle course, face painting, roaming performers, music, and more. Expect a playful mix of vintage circus, curiosities, and Halloween fun; festive rather than scary, and designed for kids and grown-ups alike.

Come wander the carnival, try your luck at the games, catch a performer, get your face painted, and spend an evening with neighbors on Ocean Avenue. Costumes are encouraged but absolutely not required.

Carnival of Curiosities is free and open to everyone.

Ashton Avenue near Ocean Avenue, San Francisco
Friday, October 23, 2026
6:00–8:00 PM
️ Free admission

Presented by the Ocean Avenue Association with support from the Civic Joy Fund.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*FREE! Open to the public
Categories: *Top Pick*, Block Party, Community, Fairs & Festivals, Fun & Games, Halloween, In Person, Kids & Families, Theater & Performance
Venue: Ashton Avenue between Ocean Ave & Pico Ave
Address: 385 Ashton Ave, San Francisco

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