If you love spooky night drives and glowing yard displays, you’re in the right place! I’ve explored some of the best Bay Area Halloween houses — from creepy clowns to magical witches — all decorated with insane creativity. 👻✨
This 6-Part Halloween Highlights Series covers San Jose, Redwood City & San Francisco — with reels, addresses & Maps under each part so you can easily plan your Halloween route.

San Jose is home to some seriously spooky Halloween displays this year! From glowing jack-o’-lantern streets to creepy clown carnivals and gory horror scenes, these houses are not to be missed. 🎃👻

Addresses featured:

• 1535 Lupton Ave, San Jose — Hundreds of jack-o’-lanterns lighting the street
• 2536 Cottle Ave, San Jose — Creepy clown carnival setup
• Santa Teresa Blvd & Chesbro Ave, San Jose — Saw movie horror theme
• 1360 Tenaya Dr, San Jose — Gory operation theatre scene

San Jose is lighting up with Halloween magic this year! From glowing inflatables on Vernon Ave to Addams Family perfection, giant dragon skeletons, and the infamous Clown Mouth House, these spots are sure to thrill. 🎃👻

Addresses featured:

• 1305 Vernon Ave — Jimenez Family glowing inflatables
• 1183 Cherry Ave — Addams Family-themed perfection
• 1807 Frobisher Way — Guarded by giant dragon skeletons
• 1160 Cherry Ave — The Clown Mouth House returns 🤡

San Jose’s Halloween scene is next-level spooky! Think glowing princesses and witches, bubbling cauldrons, giant skeletons, skeletal rodeos, and IT’s red-balloon terror — thrills await at every corner. 🎃👻

Addresses featured:

• 1809 Frobisher Way — Princess & Witch glowing decorations
• 1820 Brighten Ave — Bubbling cauldron setup
• 1218 Cherry Ave — Towering giant skeleton guard
• 1144 Brace Ave — Skeletal rodeo western vibes
• 1811 Frobisher Way — IT Movie terror with the red balloon

San Francisco is bringing the Halloween chills! From the Scaling Skeletons House to over-the-top spooky decor and classic graveyard themes, these spots are perfect for a haunted night drive. 🎃👻

Addresses featured:

• 2239 Divisadero St — Scaling Skeletons House
• 284 Divisadero St — Over-the-top spooky decor
• 45 Upper Terrace — Classic graveyard theme

San Francisco lights up with Halloween enchantment! From Disney ghost magic and glowing pumpkins to witchcraft houses and the glowing Witch Way House, these spots are full of spooky charm. 🎃👻

Addresses featured:

• 101 Upper Terrace — Disney Ghost magic
• 7 Upper Terrace — Spooky glowing pumpkins
• 499 Upper Terrace — Witchcraft house
• 714 Castro St — Witch Way House with night glow

Redwood City is packed with spooky Halloween fun! From haunted graveyards and trapped spirits to wild skeletons and eerie animals, each home offers a unique fright-filled experience. 🎃👻

Addresses featured:

• 411 Topaz St, Redwood City — Graveyard Theme
• 2018 Harding Ave, Redwood City — Trapped Spirits House
• 253 Iris St, Redwood City — Crazy Skeletons House
• 258 Grand St, Redwood City — Scary Animals House

Sunnyvale is glowing with spooky Halloween energy! 💀✨
From pirates to wizards and creepy skeletons — these homes are a must-visit before Halloween night! 📸🕸️

Addresses featured:

• 1122 Lexington Dr, Sunnyvale — Pirate Theme House
• 1582 Peacock Ave, Sunnyvale — Scary Skeletons House
• 587 Sunnymount Ave, Sunnyvale — Harry Potter Theme House
• 1609 Lochinvar Ave, Sunnyvale — Inflatable Creatures House

Palo Alto is glowing with Halloween spirit! 💀✨
From dazzling jack-o’-lantern displays to giant skeletons and a few surprise shows, these homes bring the perfect mix of spooky and fun before Halloween night! 📸🕸️

Addresses featured:

• 559 Addison Ave, Palo Alto – Jack-o’-lantern House
• 2510 Waverly St, Palo Alto – Death Door House
• 2626 Waverly St, Palo Alto (Visit on Oct 31st for surprise shows!) – Huge Skeletons House
• 2101 Waverley St, Palo Alto – Steve Jobs’ House – Palo Alto, CA (Open for Halloween fun on Oct 31st only!)

Step into the Wizarding World right here in San Jose! ⚡️ This home, created by @eerieelegancetm, has been turned into a full Hogwarts experience — complete with Diagon Alley, Quidditch, Dumbledore’s office, Butterbeer, and even a Dementor encounter. 🧙‍♂️

RSVP is required for free entry, so reserve your spot early — this magical experience fills up fast!

• 🚶‍♂️ Be a Good Guest. Stay on the sidewalk, avoid touching any decorations or props, and respect the neighborhood’s privacy and homes while you enjoy the displays
• 🌙 Visit just after sunset for the full glowing effect
• 📸 Avoid flash — it keeps the spooky mood and photos look better

Take your time, enjoy the creativity, and maybe discover a few surprise houses along the way!