October 2–4, 2026
San Benito County Fair
Bolado Park Event Center • Friday 12:00 PM–10:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM–10:00 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
This annual county fair is a convenient local outing from Ridgemark, with livestock exhibits, carnival attractions, food vendors, live entertainment, and grandstand events. The 2026 schedule includes a Friday bucking bash, Saturday truck pulls, and Sunday flat-track races, making it appealing for families and longtime San Benito County residents.
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October 2–31, 2026
Swank Farms Fall Festival
Swank Farms • Hours vary by date
Swank Farms offers one of the area’s most accessible seasonal activities, just a short drive from Ridgemark. Visitors can enjoy pumpkin picking, a large corn maze, farm animals, jumping pillows, sunflower fields, food, photo opportunities, and weekend live music, with both family-friendly daytime attractions and evening Halloween experiences.
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October 3–25, 2026
Northern California Renaissance Faire
Casa de Fruta • 10:00 AM–6:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays
Held at Casa de Fruta on Pacheco Pass, this nearby weekend faire provides a full-day regional excursion without leaving the Hollister area. Residents can browse artisan booths, watch jousting and comedy performances, enjoy period-style food and drinks, and bring children to explore games, rides, and interactive entertainment.
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October 3, 2026
Hollister Coffee & Cars
1790 Airline Highway • 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
This monthly gathering is an easy Saturday-morning activity for Ridgemark and Hollister residents who enjoy vehicles, coffee, and casual conversation. The event brings local automotive enthusiasts together in a relaxed setting, making it suitable for families, car fans, and anyone looking for a low-cost community activity close to home.
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October 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, and 31, 2026
Trail of Lights & Terror in the Corn
Swank Farms • Evening hours vary by date
For a Halloween-focused outing near Ridgemark, Swank Farms’ nighttime trail combines a family-friendly illuminated path with a scarier cornfield experience. It is a practical local option for families, teens, and adults seeking seasonal entertainment, and the multiple October dates make it easier to fit into busy schedules.
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