Things To Do in Windsor, CA
in October 2026
Your Complete Guide to Fall Fun in Sonoma Wine Country
Autumn has arrived in Windsor, and October is packed with pumpkin patches, harvest festivals, eco-friendly Halloween parties, spooky parades, and vibrant cultural celebrations. Whether you are a local or a visitor, this guide covers every event, park, restaurant, church, and school highlight happening this month on windsor-ca.net.
Events confirmed September 2026 • windsor-ca.net
🎃 Featured October Events
Listed in chronological order — mark your calendar!
Floating Pumpkin Patch
🕐 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Windsor Senior Recreation Center Pool — 9231 Foxwood Dr, Windsor, CA 95492
Dive into fall with a brand-new splash! Bring your little ones (ages 5–10) to hunt for their perfect pumpkin floating right in the heated pool. Registration is $12 and participants must be able to swim unassisted. A one-of-a-kind tradition the whole family will be talking about all year.
Sign Up + Details →8th Annual Harvest Party at Bricoleur Vineyards
🕐 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Bricoleur Vineyards — 7394 Starr Road, Windsor, CA 95492
Celebrate the close of crush season with live music, local artisans, food trucks, lawn games, and bocce ball overlooking the vineyard. Tickets are just $10 (free for guests under 21), with all proceeds donated directly to cancer research. Wine club members can also pick up their fall shipments at the event.
Reserve on Tock →Green Halloween Party
🕐 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Huerta Gym — 9291 Old Redwood Hwy, Windsor, CA 95492
Co-hosted by the Town of Windsor and Sonoma County Resource Recovery, this eco-friendly family event blends Halloween fun with lessons on recycling and sustainability. Enjoy Halloween crafts, games, and festive treats while discovering easy ways to reduce your environmental footprint. Perfect for families who love both spooky season and the planet.
Learn More →Annual Trick or Treat Trail
🕐 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Keiser Park — 700 Windsor River Rd, Windsor, CA 95492
Windsor’s most beloved safe Halloween experience returns! Designed for children under 12 and their chaperones, a quarter-mile trail through Keiser Park features festively decorated booths hosted by local businesses and nonprofits passing out candy. Pre-registration is completely free but strictly required due to capacity limits — don’t miss your spot!
Register Free →Día de los Muertos Celebration
🕐 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Windsor Town Green — 701 McClelland Dr, Windsor, CA 95492
Organized by Somos Windsor, this deeply meaningful community gathering honors departed loved ones with vibrant community altars (ofrendas), live traditional music, dance performances, and local food vendors. Join neighbors for an evening of remembrance, cultural pride, and community warmth on the lawn. One of Windsor’s most cherished annual traditions.
Event Details →Lions Club Halloween Parade & BBQ
🕐 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Raley’s Shopping Center — 8858 Lakewood Dr, Windsor, CA 95492
Kick off Halloween night before heading into the neighborhoods! The Windsor Lions Club’s annual parade is a local institution. Show off your best costume, enjoy fresh-grilled BBQ, and mingle with friends and neighbors. Check the Town of Windsor events page for exact parade assembly route and timing details before you head out.
Get Parade Info →🌛 Month-Long Highlights
Great places and programs to enjoy all October long in Windsor
Parks & Outdoors
Foothill Regional Park
1351 Arata Ln, Windsor
October brings perfect hiking weather to this stunning park. Rolling hills, three lakes ideal for afternoon bass fishing, and scenic overlook trails catch gorgeous autumn sunsets over Sonoma County.
Plan Your Visit →Shiloh Ranch Regional Park
5750 Faught Rd, Windsor
This 850-acre park offers over 8 miles of multi-use trails perfect for hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding through shaded oak canopies in crisp autumn air. Trail maps available online.
Trail Maps & Info →Food, Wine & Craft Drinks
Russian River Brewing Company
700 Mitchell Ln, Windsor
Enjoy a slice of pizza and a pour of Pliny the Elder by the outdoor fireplace on a cool October evening. Massive estate, communal tables, family-friendly layout, and a pet-friendly patio.
Hours & Menu →Notre Vue Estate Winery & Vineyards
11010 Estate Ln, Windsor
October is breathtaking at this 700-acre property as harvest wraps up. Enjoy a sustainable estate tasting flight overlooking the balance of wildlands and grapevines. Book your appointment ahead of time.
Book a Tasting →Church & Faith Community
Windsor Presbyterian Church
251 Windsor River Rd
Housed in the historic 1898 building, this welcoming congregation hosts Queerituality every 2nd Wednesday at 7:00 PM and a Taizé prayer service every 4th Tuesday at 6:30 PM.
Visit Their Site →Calvary Chapel River Fellowship
195 Windsor River Rd
Sunday worship at 8:30 AM and 10:15 AM. Highly active in neighborhood outreach and community volunteer opportunities throughout October.
Visit Their Site →Windsor Community United Methodist Church
9451 Brooks Rd S
Stop by for the community garden, disaster response resources, or the Faith, Activity & Nutrition program. Deep roots in Windsor community action and local outreach.
Visit Their Site →Schools & Civic Life
Windsor Unified School District
Windsor High School — 8695 Windsor Road
Fall means Jaguar football games, theater productions, and school spirit events at Windsor High. Check the WUSD academic and athletic calendars for home game schedules and upcoming community forums.
WUSD Calendar →Town of Windsor Civic Programs
townofwindsor.com
Stay informed on town developments, public park updates, and community workshops. Download local ordinances and subscribe to the official monthly digital update newsletter at the Windsor Community Hub.
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Whether you are jumping into a pool full of pumpkins, raising a glass of Pinot Noir at the Harvest Party, hitting the trails at Shiloh Ranch in the crisp fall air, or joining neighbors under the stars to celebrate Día de los Muertos on the Town Green — Windsor has something magical waiting for you this October. Get out there and enjoy everything our incredible community has to offer!
🎃 👻 🦇 🕸️ ☠️Content confirmed September 2026 • windsor-ca.net • Your Sonoma County Local Guide
