Civil War Days
A free living-history event presented by the HB Historical Society, with reenacted battles, period camps, food, music, shops, and talks — typically held Labor Day weekend behind the Central Library.
Event Calendar
What's happening this month
A monthly calendar of events at Central Park. This is a convenience view of the park's calendar — it is not the official event-details source. Always confirm dates, times, and admission with the organizer before attending.
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Events list — October 2026
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Saturday, October 3
Central Park Invitational
Huntington Beach Central Park West, 6741 Central Park Dr, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
The Central Park Invitational is a high school cross country meet held at Huntington Beach Central Park. The invitational features boys' and girls' races across multiple divisions, including varsity, junior varsity, sophomore, freshman, and sweepstakes races, with schools from throughout Southern California competing on the park's cross country course.
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Tuesday, October 6 · 11:00 AM
Hug & Groom with Rescue Horses
Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center, 18381 Goldenwest St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648, USA
Learn about their rescue and therapy horses and enjoy an up-close, personal Hug & Groom experience with the Free Rein Foundation herd.
For more information, visit: https://freereinfoundation.org/hug-and-groom/ -
Saturday, October 17 · 11:00 AM
Falloween
Thomas Ridley Bandstand, Central Park Dr, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
Free Activities:
Trick-or-treating with local HB businesses
Stage entertainment (featuring The Ramsey Brothers Band)
Photo booths
Fun Zone Activities:
Bounce houses
Game and craft booths
Food trucks
Admission & Tickets:
Admission to the event is free.
Fun Zone Wristbands are $10 (includes unlimited games and bounce house turns).
Pre-purchase wristbands online at hbsands.org. -
Thursday, October 22 · 5:00 PM
Sip and Read at Shipley Nature Center
Shipley Nature Center, 17851 Goldenwest St, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
Reading in nature is both therapeutic and fun. Join HB Public Library for an hour of relaxing at Shipley Nature Center. Tea will be served. Please note there is no food allowed in the nature center.
This event is located at Shipley Nature Center
17851 Golden West St.,
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Recurring events
Short overviews only — check official sources for current schedules, locations, and admission requirements.
HB Concours d' Elegance
Annual Huntington Beach Concours d’ Elegance Family Car Show, featuring Classic Automobiles and Motorcycles. All proceeds benefit the HB Central Library Children’s Resource Center.
Summer Concert Series
Seasonal outdoor musical performances held at the Thomas Ridley Bandstand.
Dates, locations, admission requirements, and event availability can change. Check the official event organizer or City of Huntington Beach resources before attending.