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Arizona Boardwalk hosts a free Halloween Character Carnival Oct. 24

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Candie’s Halloween Character Carnival runs Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Arizona Boardwalk courtyard at 9500 E. Vía de Ventura. The organizer lists free admission, character visits, face painting, a toddler play area, vendor trick-or-treating and a DJ. Bring a candy bag; food and shopping are also available.

This brief records the information reported on Oct 22, 2026. Opening dates and operating details may have changed.

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