Things To Do In Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events – October 30, 2019: Family Thrill Night at Elevate Church; Sunset in the Vineyard presented by Assistance League Santa Clarita; The City of Santa Clarita Marathon: Heroes Edition… and more!

Family Thrill Night at Elevate Church 10/31

Sunset in the Vineyard presented by Assistance League Santa Clarita 11/3

The City of Santa Clarita Marathon: Heroes Edition 11/2-3

Hart Regiment Marching Band Rampage 11/2

SCAA 30th Anniversary Art Classic 11/1

Six Flags Magic Mountain Fright Fest Now through 11/3

Gilchrist Farm Harvest Festival and Pumpkin Patch Now through 10/31

Family Thrill Night at Elevate Church

When: Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Elevate Church, 24346 Main Street in Newhall
Website: Elevate Church

What: At this free event, experience live music performances, candy for kids and youth, a children’s costume contest with prizes, carnival-themed activities, game booths, a giant inflatable slide, a live 4-D production called “The Monstrous Heroes,” food trucks and more.

Sunset in the Vineyard presented by Assistance League Santa Clarita

When: Sunday, Nov. 3 starting at 1 p.m.
Where: Compa Vineyard in Newhall
Website: Assistance League Santa Clarita – Sunset in the Vineyard

What: This elegant event featuring select local vintners and gourmet foods benefits the Santa Clarita community through the philanthropic programs of Assistance League. Celebrate local wine growers and makers with an afternoon of music, hors d’oeuvres, wine tasting, a picturesque landscape and more.

The City of Santa Clarita Marathon: Heroes Edition

When: Saturday, Nov. 2  and Sunday, Nov. 3
Where: Varying locations in Santa Clarita
Website: Santa Clarita Marathon

What: Calling all heroes – unleash your superpowers at the City of Santa Clarita’s heroes marathon weekend. The Santa Clarita Marathon, which is an official qualifying race for the Boston Marathon, will test the physical boundaries of the human body. The weekend will include a full marathon, half marathon, 10K run, 5K run and mayor’s walk.

Hart Regiment Marching Band Rampage

When: Saturday, Nov. 2 starting at 10 a.m.
Where: COC Football Stadium, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Hart Regiment Marching Band – Rampage

What: The community is invited to the 14th Annual Rampage, hosted by SCOBOA champions Hart Regiment. Rampage, an all-day competition, includes 35 marching bands and color guard from Southern California, including the Santa Clarita Valley. Food is available for purchase. Stay for the awards ceremony and drum line.

SCAA 30th Anniversary Art Classic

When: Friday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Gala from 5 to 9 p.m.)
Where:  Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: SCAA – Art Classic

What: The Art Classic is an evening showcasing artwork by members of the Santa Clarita Artist Association, along with entertainment and a silent auction to benefit the nonprofit SCAA.

Six Flags Magic Mountain Fright Fest 2019 Now through 11/3

When: Select days Saturday, Sept. 14 – Sunday, Nov. 3
Where: Six Flags Magic Mountain, 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway in Valencia
Website: Six Flags Magic Mountain – Fright Fest

What: Be prepared to be scared as zombies and ghouls take over the park. Enjoy thrilling rides and activities during the day and a frightening evening after the sun goes down. At Fright Fest, you won’t have any place to hide with several mazes and scare zones located throughout the park. The stuff of nightmares lurk around every corner as the dark of night and dense fog hovers over the park. The ghouls are set free for their daily hunting rituals. BEWARE!

Gilchrist Farm Harvest Festival and Pumpkin Patch Now through 10/31

When: Saturday, Sept. 28 – Thursday, Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Open daily)
Where: Gilchrist Farm, 30116 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Gilchrist Farm – Harvest Festival

What: On weekends, enjoy a fun-filled line up of activities and vendors, including a straw bale maze, straw slide, wagon rides, pony rides, horse rides, face painting, pumpkin decorating, fall farm crafts, pumpkin sling shot, live entertainment, fundraiser bake sale, food for sale, petting zoo, pig races, chicken splat bingo and a free goat milking demonstrations. On weekdays, the pumpkin patch, straw bale maze and petting zoo are open all day, with pony and wagon rides, goat milking demonstrations and a farm tour during specified times.

More Things To Do In Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events:

“Roadkill: It’s Not What You Think” presented by Major Impact Theater

When: Saturday, Nov. 2 at 7 p.m.
Where: Newhall Family Theatre, 24607 Walnut Street in Newhall
Website: More Info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar

What: This will be Major Impact Theater’s first original play, written by Co-Founder Jill Garson and edited by Jill’s son, Luke Tarzian, and MIT Co-Founder/Creative Director Shawnda Davis. Major Impact Theater is a nonprofit theater group that parodies plays for performance by adults with disabilities in the Santa Clarita Valley.

13th Annual Hold ‘Em Not Hassle ‘Em Poker Tournament presented by The Youth Project

When: Saturday, Nov. 2 starting at 5 p.m.
Where: Valencia Country Club, 27330 Tourney Road in Valencia
Website: The Youth Project – Hold ‘Em Not Hassle ‘Em Poker Tournament

What: Registration and dinner starts at 5 p.m., with the tournament and casino night beginning at 6 p.m. Enjoy great prizes, great food and a no-host bar for a good cause.

Yoga with the Gibbons at the Gibbon Conservation Center

When: Saturday, Nov. 2 at 8:30 a.m.
Where: Gibbon Conservation Center, 19100 Esguerra Road in Santa Clarita
Website: Yoga with the Gibbons

What: All levels are welcome. Come for the yoga, stay for the tour.

“Wild West Celebration of Roses” at Hart Park

When: Saturday, Nov. 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Hart Park, 24151 Newhall Avenue in Newhall
Website: Friends of Hart Park

What: The public is invited to exhibit roses in their own vases. The live Rose Showcase will feature Hybrid Teas, Floribundas, Miniatures, Climbers, Polyanthas and Antique Roses. The roses will not be judged for competition. A second showcase will feature art of any media with the rose included or the rose as a central subject. The event is presented by the LA County Department of Parks and Recreation in partnership with the Santa Clarita Valley Rose Society.

Shiver Haunt SCV Now Through 10/31

When: Thursday, Oct. 31 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Where: 26154 Montolla Lane in Valencia
Website: Shiver Haunt SCV on Facebook

What: Shiver Haunt SCV’s 2019 haunt season opens on Oct. 18. All donations benefit Mutt Match LA.

“Club Fear: Twisted Manor” Haunted House through 10/31

When: Thursday, Oct. 31 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Where: 23501 Clearidge Drive in Valencia
Website: Club Fear: Twisted Manor on Facebook

What: Over the years, Rellik has ruled your nightmares. Now it’s your turn to explore the home of the most infamous clown, if you dare! Admission is free, with front-of-the-line VIP passes for sale to benefit the Valencia High School baseball program.

Pumkin Jack’s Haunted House through 10/31

When: Thursday, Oct. 31 from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Where: 28603 Natalie Lane in Santa Clarita
Website: Pumkin Jack’s Haunted House on Facebook

What: This 600-square-foot haunt located in a residential neighborhood of Santa Clarita features eight scenes of fear, and haunt organizers are always ready for their next guest to enter their doors.

“Stoney Point Haunt” Backyard Maze Now through 11/2

When: Every Friday and Saturday in October from 7 to 9:30 p.m.; Thursday, Oct. 31 from 7 to 9:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1 & 2 from 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: 23227 Barnacle Lane in Valencia

What: This small backyard maze will go on every Friday and Saturday night this month, as well Halloween night. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. Great for all ages!

Todo Para Cristo Services

When: Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. and Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Todo Para Cristo (All For Christ), 23670 Wiley Canyon Road, near Orchard Village
Website: Todo Para Cristo 

What: Todo Para Cristo (All For Christ) Ministry is an international nonprofit with a heart for missions.  Todo Para Cristo serves in various prison ministries, orphanages and mission posts in Mexico and Central America. Orphanages and prisons are visited on a weekly basis, providing food, clothing and Christian literature for spiritual development. Take part in services and learn about their mission to provide love, hope and education to the disadvantaged.

Upcoming Things To Do In Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events:

Cybersecurity Forum presented by the SCV Chamber of Commerce

When: Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 a.m.
Where: University Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: SCV Chamber – Cybersecurity Forum

What: Cybercrime is one of the biggest challenges facing businesses of all sizes. It’s essential that businesses are fully informed and prepared. The forum will focus on providing practical information to help protect your business’s sensitive information, financial transactions and computer software. To address these important issues, leading industry experts will share their professional experience through a series of presentations. Register online.

“Principal for a Day” presented by the SCV Education Foundation

When: Wednesday, Nov. 6 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: The Activities Center, 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway in Santa Clarita
Website: More Info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar

What: Be a partner in education at the Principal for a Day event. Enjoy breakfast and a presentation by each of the local school district superintendents, and then spend the remainder of the morning with a principal at your choice of school.

Garden Walk at the COC Canyon Country Campus

When: Friday, Nov. 8 from 9 to 11 a.m.
Where: Cougar Way at the COC Canyon Country Campus, 17200 Sierra Highway in Canyon Country
Website: COC – Canyon Country Campus

What: Participate in a garden walk along Cougar Way at the College of the Canyons Canyon Country Campus.

“Dessert First” presented by Zonta Club of SCV

When: Friday, Nov. 8 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Mercedes Benz of Valencia, 23355 Valencia Blvd in Valencia
Website: Zonta Club of SCV – Dessert First

What: The Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley is having “Dessert First,” a Centennial event on Zonta International’s 100th birthday. There will be a celebration with music, a silent auction and lots of desserts that pair with wine, beer and spirits.

9th Annual SIGSCV Fashion Show

When: Saturday, Nov. 9 starting at 10:30 a.m.
Where: The Canyon Santa Clarita at the Westfield Valencia Town Center, 24201 Valencia Blvd #1351 in Santa Clarita
Website: SIGSCV – Fashion Show

What: The 9th Annual Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley (SIGSCV) Fashion Show begins with a boutique showcasing local and LA brands, specialty retailers and boutiques to fill your holiday gift-giving needs. The boutique is followed by a luncheon and glamorous, professionally-directed fashion show with the theme “All That Jazz.”

Stunt Dog Experience at the PAC

When: Saturday, Nov. 9 at 2 and 6 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC Events – Stunt Dog Experience

What: You don’t want to miss Chris Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience! The cast of performers and dogs will delight audiences of all ages, with high-energy excitement and some of the most incredible stunts and behaviors ever performed by dogs. Experience amazing tricks, big air stunts, comedy antics, dancing dogs and athletic feats. Every show includes interactive crowd participation.

“Hey, Batter! Swing!” at the Canyon Theatre Guild

When: Saturday, Nov. 9 at 7 p.m.
Where: Canyon Theatre Guild, 24242 Main Street in Newhall
Website: More Info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar

What: Enjoy an evening of music related to the great American pastime of baseball. Selections will be about baseball or include baseball terms. The event will also pay tribute to Veterans Day. This will be a fun-filled evening for the entire family.

Holiday Toy Drive Kick-Off Event at the Valencia Marketplace featuring KHTS Remote Broadcast

When: Saturday, Nov. 9 from 12 to 3 p.m.
Where: Valencia Marketplace, 25888 The Old Road in Stevenson Ranch
Website: Valencia Marketplace – Holiday Toy Drive Kick-Off

What: Bring a new, unwrapped toy for the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Toy Drive to benefit a needy child in the Santa Clarita Valley this holiday season. Attendees can also enjoy a KHTS remote broadcast with music and prizes, musical entertainment by local school choirs, the KHTS antique fire truck and balloon magic by Magic Castle Magician Dennis Forel.

“A Day of Art” presented by Assistance League Santa Clarita

When: Sunday, Nov. 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Assistance League Resale, 24364 Main Street in Newhall
Website: More Info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar

What: Assistance League’s second annual “Day of Art” event will feature treasures from their back room.  There will be a large selection of art, from fun to fabulous, at prices that are too good to pass up! There is no cost to come in and browse.

Harley-Davidson Love Ride Benefiting SCV Education Foundation

When: Sunday, Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Departs from Harley-Davidson of Glendale, 3717 San Fernando Road in Glendale; Ends at Harley-Davidson of Santa Clarita, 21130 Centre Pointe Parkway in Santa Clarita
Website: Harley-Davidson Love Ride on Eventbrite

What: This is a motorcycle event for all riders in the motorcycle community. Participants can enjoy BackBeat BBQ and a performance by Chevy Metal. Longtime attendees and participants Robby Krieger (The Doors) and Emilio Rivera (Mayans) are expected to be present, plus many more special guests. This year, one of the LoveRide benefactors will be the SCV Education Foundation.

Veterans Day Ceremony at the Veterans Historical Plaza

When: Monday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m.
Where: Veterans Historical Plaza, 24275 Walnut Street in Newhall
Website: More Info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar

What: The City of Santa Clarita cordially invites the community to honor the lives and sacrifices of veterans, past and present, and active military. Hosted in partnership with local veterans organizations, the ceremony includes musical performers, speakers and the changing of the flags.

SCV Water Gardening Classes

When: Thursday, Nov. 14 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 16 at 9 a.m.
Where: SCV Water, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: SCV Water – Gardening Classes

What: On Nov. 14, learn maintenance techniques of the top 30 plants for the Santa Clarita Valley (and others) so that they’ll thrive in the local climate. Then on Nov. 16, learn about soils found in the Santa Clarita Valley, which one you have in your yard, and the best fertilizers for your landscape.

“The Gingerbread Lady” presented by Eclipse Theatre at the MAIN

When: Friday, Nov. 15 at 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 16 and 17 at 2 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 22 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 23 at 2 and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 24 at 2 p.m.
Where: The MAIN, 24266 Main Street in Newhall
Website: The MAIN

What: Neil Simon shows the humorous side of being human and the need to find something bigger than ourselves to live for. Benefiting A Light of Hope.

“The Learned Ladies” presented by COC Theatre at the PAC

When: Friday & Saturday, Nov. 15, 16, 22 & 23 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 23 at 2 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov 17 & 24 at 2 p.m.
Where: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: PAC Events – “The Learned Ladies”

What: Two young people are in love, but to marry, they must overcome an obstacle: the attitude of her family. Her sensible father and uncle are in favor of the marriage, but her father is under the thumb of his wife, who is supported by an aunt and sister who want her to marry a “scholar” and mediocre poet with lofty aspirations who has these three women completely in his thrall, for these three ladies are “learned.” Their obsession in life is learning and culture of the most pretentious kind.

Thanksgiving Prep Community Workshop at COC

When: Saturday, Nov. 16 at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Where: ICUE at COC, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: COC – ICUE Community Workshops

What: Chef Michelle will teach attendees how to prepare a complete Thanksgiving dinner ahead of time to make Thanksgiving celebrations run smoothly. The class will be learning how to brine a turkey, and prep-ahead fix-ins to enjoy as a class.

American Cancer Society’s Bark for Life of SCV

When: Saturday, Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Westfield Valencia Town Center Parking Lot, 24201 Valencia Blvd in Valencia
Website: Bark for Life of SCV

What: Bring your best canine friend(s) for a fun-filled day starting with a walk, and then continuing with  contests, raffles and games. Bark For Life is an American Cancer Society – Relay For Life fundraising event that honors the caregiving qualities of canine companions!

Green STEM Summit at COC

When: Saturday, Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: COC Student Center, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita
Website: More Info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar

What: This free annual event for high school and college students, hosted by the Santa Clarita Environmental Education Consortium, explores careers in a variety of STEM fields. Benefit from hands-on STEM career mentoring at the event by industry, government and academic STEM professionals. There will also be a STEM Project Poster Competition with prizes.

SCAA Holiday Boutique

When: Saturday, Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: More Info on City of Santa Clarita Calendar

What: This will be a festive and colorful holiday boutique featuring local artists displaying a variety of fine art, costume jewelry, crafts, collages, greeting cards, decorative items and more. Attendees can enjoy music and refreshments, and start marking off their holiday shopping lists by purchasing beautifully handmade items made from the heart. This is a fundraiser to help support the SCAA Art Gallery.

Rescues on the Runway presents “Head Over Heels for Rescues”

When: Saturday, Nov. 16 starting at 2 p.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive in Valencia
Website: Rescues on the Runway

What: Save animals in a fun way! The event kicks off with a holiday boutique that is free to the public from 2 to 7 p.m., with the chance to meet the animals for adoption at 3 p.m. Then at 6 p.m., the Rescues on the Runway Dinner Show begins, where dogs are welcome. Walk your dog on the runway for contests and prizes.

Topping Brothers Invitational Benefiting Autism Speaks SCV

When: Monday, Nov. 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: The Oaks Club at Valencia, 26550 Heritage View Lane in Valencia
Website: Autism Speaks SCV

What: Hosted by Trey, Liam and Miles, with a little help from their parents, the Topping Brothers Invitational will be a rousing good round of golf, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, prizes and more. It is a great opportunity to play golf while also supporting a very worthwhile cause.

About Top Things to Do in Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events:

Something exciting is always happening in Santa Clarita! Every week, you can learn about the variety of things to do in Santa Clarita and Santa Clarita events by reading the KHTS Things to Do In Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events post. You can also sign up for the free weekly Things to Do in Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events newsletter to keep up-to-date with the top festivities and events in Santa Clarita occurring over the weekend.

Last Week’s Post: Things To Do In Santa Clarita, Santa Clarita Events – October 23, 2019