Free Halloween Party Games at Jerry O’Banion Library in Dos Palos on Saturday, October 31

DOS PALOS Y, Calif. — Saturday, October 31, 2026. Families from Dos Palos Y, South Dos Palos and the surrounding countryside can take part in a free Halloween event at the nearby Jerry O’Banion Library in Dos Palos today.

Merced County’s official calendar lists Spook-tacular Party Games for 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on Saturday, October 31. The event takes place at 951 Center Avenue, Dos Palos, CA 93620 and is listed as free and open to all ages.

What is happening?

The county describes it as a day of Halloween-themed party games. The official listing does not promise a particular candy giveaway, costume contest or specific schedule of activities, so families should not assume those features are included unless library staff confirm them.

For young children, a library event can offer a quieter alternative to large street festivals. Families can participate during the listed daytime hours and explore the public library’s regular resources while they are there, subject to library policies and staffing.

Event details

Event: Spook-tacular Party Games
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m.–4:45 p.m.
Location: Jerry O’Banion Library, 951 Center Ave., Dos Palos
Admission: Free
Ages: All ages
Contact: 209-392-2155

Hours and activities may be adjusted by the organizer. Call the library if a specific activity is important to your trip. Drivers should allow time for parking and watch for pedestrians in downtown Dos Palos.

New library is a local gathering place

The Jerry O’Banion Library was dedicated in 2025 as part of a set of local projects that also included the repaired Lorraine Street Bridge and improvements to Del Hale Community Hall. The investment created a community destination for neighboring unincorporated areas as well as city residents.

Illustrative image: Beth Teutschmann / Unsplash. This pumpkin was not photographed at the October 31, 2026 library event.

Sources: Merced County official event calendar, October 31, 2026; Merced County Times, May 15, 2025.

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