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Tunnel Of Terror 2026: Free Halloween Fest + Lowriders (San José City Hall)

Saturday, October 24, 2026 - 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE
San José City Hall | 200 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113

Event Details

#SanJoseMakers

Opera San José presents Tunnel of Terror, a free Halloween event at San José City Hall featuring live performances, lowriders, a costume contest, music, treats, local makers, an art market, and activities for all ages. Costumes and dogs are welcome.

Original Event Description:
_🎃 Bring your costumes and join us at Tunnel of Terror by @operasanjose

Come enjoy live performances, spooky vibes, treats, and local makers. Add this frightfully fun night to your October plans we can’t wait to see you there! 🖤

📅 October 24
⏰ 5–9 PM
📍 San José City Hall
200 E Santa Clara St, San Jose CA

Lowriders • live performances • Costume Contest • Music & more

See you there! 👻
Free admission + Doggie friendly_

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PRESENTED BY OPERA SAN JOSÉ IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE OFFICE OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS
TUNNEL OF TERROR
OCTOBER 24, 2026
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
CITY HALL PLAZA, SJ
LIVE PERFORMANCES • COSTUME CONTEST • ART MARKET • ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AND MORE!
OPERA SAN JOSÉ
CITY OF SAN JOSÉ
Office of Cultural Affairs
HERMANOS
ADOPT MY BLOCK
AURE
CIRCUS OF SIN
CMT SAN JOSE
SAN JOSE MAKERS MARKET
ME OI
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#SanJoseMakers
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Cost: FREE
Categories: *Top Pick*, Community, Halloween, In Person, Pets, Shopping & Fashion, Theater & Performance
Venue: San José City Hall
Address: 200 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113

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