Families across the Yuba-Sutter area will have plenty of options to celebrate Halloween this October. Designed by Freepik, www.freepik.com

YUBA-SUTTER, CA (MPG) - Families across the Yuba-Sutter area will have plenty of options to celebrate Halloween this October, with a full calendar of movie nights, costume contests, trunk-or-treats and festivals. Here’s a guide to upcoming events, organized by date.

Saturday, Oct. 11
The Halloween season kicks off in Marysville as the Police Officers Association presents a movie night at Bryant Field, 1431 C St. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the film begins at 7 p.m. Admission is $10 per person and includes a hot dog, chips and soda. Organizers say it’s a chance for families to enjoy an outdoor evening together before the busiest week of festivities arrives.

Saturday, Oct. 18
The Yuba Sutter Marketplace will host its annual doggie costume contest beginning at noon, followed by a children’s contest at 1 p.m. The event at 1215 Colusa Ave. in Yuba City also features family crafts and photo opportunities with Frankenstein and his Bride. Participation is free, though advance registration is required. The contests are limited in size, so families are encouraged to sign up early.

Thursday, Oct. 23
Downtown Yuba City businesses will open their doors for “Trick or Treat the Street” from 4 to 6 p.m. Plumas Street will be lined with children in costumes collecting candy in what has become one of the area’s most popular family traditions.

Saturday, Oct. 25
Bible Baptist Church in Marysville will host its annual Truck or Treat from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2787 N. Beale Road. The free event brings together decorated trunks filled with candy, games and activities, and a raffle benefiting Conquerors Christian School. Food will be available for purchase, with proceeds supporting the school’s music and drama program.

Later that day, a new option opens in Yuba City as Kids Collab YC and Woods Family Speech Therapy host a grand opening trick-or-treat trail at 1215 Plumas St., Suite 1201. Running from 4:30 to 7 p.m., the event is designed to be inclusive, with a play studio trail, prizes, a sensory table and activities for children of all abilities. A food truck and local vendors will also be on site.

The Sutter County Sheriff’s Office will continue the day’s events with its trunk-or-treat from 6 to 8 p.m. at the sheriff’s headquarters. Families can expect candy and decorated cars, with a special performance scheduled for 7:15 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 30
The Not-So-Scary Haunted Health Fair will bring a mix of holiday fun and wellness to Yuba City. The event runs from 4 to 7 p.m. at 14 125 Veterans Memorial Circle and includes a costume contest at 6 p.m. In addition to Halloween activities, families can take advantage of free flu shots on site.

Friday, Oct. 31
Halloween night itself will be packed with activity across Yuba-Sutter. The Yuba County Library will kick things off with Trick or Treat at the Government Center from 2 to 4 p.m. at 915 Eighth St. in Marysville, featuring candy, community resources and photo opportunities with costumed characters.

Downtown Marysville will once again transform into “Scarysville” from 5 to 7 p.m. along Fourth Street. Families can enjoy trick-or-treating at businesses, children’s activities, music and free food. The event is hosted by the Corinthian Masonic Lodge.

In Olivehurst, the Community Church at 4997 Olivehurst Ave. will hold a family festival from 5 to 8 p.m. with face painting, booths and a free hot dog meal.

Yuba County Health and Human Services will add to the evening with its trunk-or-treat from 6 to 8 p.m. at 5730 Packard Ave. in Marysville, offering candy and decorated vehicles in a safe, community setting.

The night will close out at Calvary Chapel Yuba City, 613 Bogue Road, where the church will host its annual Harvest Festival from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Families can expect bounce houses, hayrides, a pumpkin patch, candy and several food trucks. Admission is free, though food vendors will set their own prices.