Missing Arm of William Waddell | Oct. 25 (6:30 p.m.-)

History takes a tall tale twist as the saga of this early pioneer unfolds. The silly, slightly haunting tours around the redwood loop trail begin at 7:00 pm. Enjoy the redwoods on a fall night with music, storytelling and “Ranger Apples” around the campfire. All participants must register at Park Headquarters (registration opens at 6:30 pm).

Big Basin Redwoods State Park
Hwy 236, 9 miles from Boulder Creek
831-338-3944, www.mountainparksfoundation.com

Monterey Seabirds off-shore spotting at albacore grounds | Oct. 25 (5:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.)

Fully guided birding adventure to off-shore albacore grounds. $135. Advance reservation required.

831-375-4658, www.montereyseabirds.com

Monterey Seabirds off-shore birding | Oct. 26 (7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.)

Fully guide off-shore tour to see migrating seabirds. $95. Advance reservations suggested.

831-375-4658, www.montereyseabirds.com

Capitola Village Halloween Parade | Oct 26 (2 -4 p.m)

Line up at 1:30 p.m. at the Pacific Cove Parking Lot above Capitola Police Department & City Hall. Parade begins at 2 p.m. and winds through Capitola Village and ends at Esplanade Park. Trick or treating offered by local merchants.

Capitola Village
831-475-6522, www.capitolachamber.com

Monterey Sea Canyon Birdwatching Tour | Oct. 28 (7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.)

Travel just a few miles off the coast to the Monterey Bay's 6,000 foot deep canyon where more than 70 bird species travel from both hemispheres to feed on these rich waters. Monterey Seabird Tours are available during peak migration seasons, limits the number of travelers on a tour, and are led by expert naturalists and birders.

Monterey Boat Charters, Monterey Wharf
831-375-4658, www.montereyseabirds.com

Halloween on the Wharf | Oct. 31 (4-6 p.m.)

Little witches, goblins, and ghosts and their parents enjoy safe and sane trick-or-treating at the Halloween celebration. Treats for kids provided at wharf businesses. A costume contest from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. and a photo booth at the wharf stage are all part of the fun. A free event.

Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf
831-420-5273, www.santacruzwharf.com

Halloween on the Wharf | Oct. 31 (4-6 p.m.)

Little witches, goblins, and ghosts and their parents enjoy safe and sane trick-or-treating at the Halloween celebration. Treats for kids provided at wharf businesses. A costume contest from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. and a photo booth at the wharf stage are all part of the fun. A free event.

Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf
831-420-5273, www.santacruzwharf.com

Boulder Creek Halloween Sidewalk Party | Oct 31 (5-7 p.m.)

Children, adults and pets come in costume and trick or treat along the main street of town. Merchants offer special prizes and there are activities and refreshments. Free.

Hwy 9, Boulder Creek
www.bcba.net

Children’s Halloween Downtown | Oct 31 (2:30-5 p.m.)

Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz
831-429-8433, www.downtownsantacruz.com

Halloween Family Fun Night | Oct. 31 (4-7 p.m.)

Capitola Mall, 41st Ave.
831-465-0773, www.shopcapitolamall.com