Tricks and Treats is the Halloween event at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, California. In 2026 it runs on Saturdays and Sundays from September 19 through November 1. The park describes it as a family-friendly daytime celebration that happens before sunset and focuses on treats, costumes and entertainment rather than scares. The park’s event page promises “all-new Halloween fun” for 2026 but does not list which items are new.
This event suits families with young children and anyone who wants a Halloween atmosphere without haunted houses or actors in the dark. Visitors who want after-dark scare content should know that the park’s 2026 events calendar lists Tricks and Treats, Oktoberfest and WinterFest, and does not list a Fright Fest. Tricks and Treats is part of the regular park day. The park page lists no separate event ticket, only a regular park ticket.
Stats at a Glance
- Park: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo, California
- Dates: Saturdays and Sundays, September 19 to November 1, 2026
- Event nights: Weekend days only (daytime event, before sunset)
- Haunted houses: n/a
- Scare zones: n/a
- New for 2026: Not announced (the park promises “all-new Halloween fun” without details)
- Ticket: Included with regular park admission
What’s new for 2026
The official Six Flags Discovery Kingdom page says Tricks and Treats brings “all-new Halloween fun” this year, but it does not name specific new attractions. Until the park says more, treat the lineup below as the confirmed one. An earlier local press report from December 2025 described the event expanding park-wide and into the evening for the first time, with select dates starting September 26. The current official page instead shows a September 19 start, every Saturday and Sunday, and a daytime format, so plan around the official page and check the park calendar before you go.
Haunted houses and scare zones
There are no haunted houses or scare zones listed for Tricks and Treats. The event is built to be gentle, with the park describing it as full of tricks and treats “without any of the fear.” Haunted Attraction Network reported in September 2026 that Discovery Kingdom did not schedule Fright Fest this year, although the park has not made a formal announcement about it. If scare content matters to you, this is not the event for it.
Daytime and family activities
The official page lists a Costume Contest, an interactive Trick-or-Treat Trail, a Hay Maze, and a Mask Makers Mash craft activity. Live entertainment includes The Spectral Sisters and Spooktastic! A Looney Tunes Halloween Party. Family rides remain open during the event. The park does not publish daily show times on the event page, so check the park app or the day’s schedule when you arrive.
The event happens during daylight hours on weekends only, so weekdays in the same period will not have the event programming. Oktoberfest presented by Cash App also runs on Saturdays and Sundays from September 12 through November 1, so the park will have more than one seasonal theme on those days.
Tickets, passes and Fast Lane
Tricks and Treats is not sold as a separate event. The official page shows park tickets starting at $45 (regularly $80), a Daily Fast Lane starting at $39, and a 2027 Gold Pass at $69 (regularly $99). These are the prices shown on the park’s page at the time of research, and Six Flags changes promotional pricing often, so confirm at checkout. Buy online through the official Six Flags Discovery Kingdom site, where online prices are usually lower than gate prices.
Tips for your visit
Because the event runs only on weekends, expect larger crowds than a typical weekday. Arrive near opening to do the trick-or-treat trail and rides before the busiest part of the afternoon, and consider Fast Lane if your group wants several coaster rides. Bring a costume for the contest if your child wants to enter, plus a bag for candy. Vallejo can be warm in early fall and cooler by late October, so pack layers and sunscreen. Ride height rules apply as usual, and the park page lists no separate age or height rule for the trick-or-treat activities. Check the park calendar for opening hours on the day you plan to visit, and check the parking prices when you buy your ticket.
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Tricks and Treats 2026 at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom FAQs
When does Tricks and Treats 2026 start and end?
Tricks and Treats runs on Saturdays and Sundays from September 19 through November 1, 2026, according to the Six Flags Discovery Kingdom website. Check the park calendar for daily hours.
Is Tricks and Treats included with park admission?
The park page lists only regular park tickets, from $45 (regularly $80), and does not list a separate event ticket. Daily Fast Lane is an optional add-on starting at $39. Prices can change, so confirm when you buy.
Is Tricks and Treats too scary for kids?
No. The park describes it as a family-friendly daytime event that takes place before sunset, with a trick-or-treat trail, a hay maze, crafts and shows. No haunted houses or scare zones are listed for it.
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