Free entry · Costumes welcome
WinkyFest goes spooky.
Family fun for everyone! An afternoon of face paint, barbeque, chess, and a little bit of spooky. Registration is free.
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- 4521 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609
Seven hours of treats, no tricks.
Drop in any time between 1 and 8. Here's what's on.
Face Painting
Skulls, cats, pumpkins, or full-on monster. Pick your look and sit still.
Barbeque
Smoke on the grill all afternoon. Follow your nose.
Open Restaurant
Sit down, grab a plate, and refuel between activities.
Chess Activities
Boards out for anyone who wants a game. All skill levels.
4 Vendors
Four local vendors set up for the day. Come browse.
Halloween Activities
Spooky fun for every age. Costumes very much encouraged.
On Telegraph
In Oakland's Temescal neighborhood, on Telegraph Avenue between 45th and 46th Streets.
- 4521 Telegraph AveOakland, CA 94609
- (510) 817-4422Event questions
Thank you to our sponsors
WinkyFest is free for everyone because of these neighbors and partners.
Temescal Oakland 
McDonald's 
Marketing Kings 
Jack in the Box 
Lyft
Want to sponsor? Give us a call.
(510) 817-4422See you on the 31st.
Saturday, October 31, 2026, 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Entry is free. Register on TixFix, bring the kids, and wear the costume.