Free El Sausal Middle School Trunk or Treat Set for October 30 in East Salinas

SALINAS, Calif. — October 29, 2026. Families in East Salinas can celebrate Halloween a day early at a free community Trunk or Treat event scheduled for Friday, October 30, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. at El Sausal Middle School.

The event is listed on the City of Salinas community calendar and will take place at 1155 E. Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93905. The calendar explicitly says there is no entrance fee and the celebration is free for the community.

What families can expect

According to the event listing, planned activities include a Halloween costume contest, awards for the best-decorated vehicle, a basket drawing and a haunted-house experience. Trunk-or-treat celebrations typically bring decorated vehicles together in a common gathering place, although attendees should rely on the event organizer’s instructions for the exact on-site layout.

The organizers also list two food and beverage vendors: Papasitos Baked Potatoes and Haven + Crew coffee. Admission is free, but the city calendar does not say that all vendor purchases will be free.

Time and location

When: Friday, October 30, from 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: El Sausal Middle School, 1155 E. Alisal Street, Salinas.
Admission: free.
Highlights: costumes, decorated-car awards, basket drawing and haunted house.

For adults bringing younger children, it is worth deciding on a meeting point before arriving, keeping an eye on pedestrian crossings and checking that costumes allow clear visibility. Those are general family-safety precautions, not additional rules announced by the school.

How it fits into Salinas Halloween weekend

With Halloween itself falling on Saturday, October 31, Friday’s school gathering offers a separate option for families seeking a neighborhood activity. It should not be confused with trunk-or-treat events held at other Salinas venues on different dates.

The City of Salinas community calendar is the reference for event details. Specific performances, turnout and the availability of prizes cannot be confirmed in advance.

Official source: City of Salinas — El Sausal Middle School Trunk or Treat, listed for October 30, 2026.

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