Eight Great Things to do in Richmond

With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and a host of eateries and art galleries, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview highlights the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from around the city. This week: Richmond Halloween favorite Trunk or Treat is back at Hilltop Community Church, Windchaser's Spooky Wine and Pizza party, and West County Saleisian Youth Club hosts its Fall Wine and Cocktail Tasting Party.

Trunk or Treat @ Hilltop Community Church

October 29,, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Free candy for kids 12 and under. Hilltop Community Church 3118 Shane Drive, Richmond

Raise the Spirits Halloween Party @The Factory Bar

Halloween!! It's one of our favorite times of the year here at The Factory Bar. And this year we are going to celebrate it for two days. The first being that Halloween's Friday night. Sirslushalot is going to be DJ'ing, we'll have our big costume contest, a Wheel-of-misfortune, prizes, and special drinks.

The Factory Bar (map)
12513 San Pablo Avenue
Richmond, CA,

So grab your crew and get your best costumes ready for competition!

Halloween Party @ Windchaser Wine Co.

Friday, October 31, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Live music from The Heebie Geebies. Rocky Island Oyster Co., Pizza, and more.
1352 S 49th St, Richmond, CA 94804

HALLOWEEN HAUNT @THE BACKYARD

Sponsored by the city of Richmond’s Neighbor to Neighbor and the Santa Fe Neighborhood Council ❤️ Friday, October 31, from 4 p.m.-8 p.m. 🕸️ Also, our 3-year anniversary as a business! 🥰 Enjoy our famous pumpkin patch 🎃 Trick-or-treating 🍬 Live music 🎸 Face painting 🎨 And more! 🎉 We are also DECKING the whole place out in Halloween decor, so please come catch these vibes 😆 Thank you to our amazing city of Richmond for supporting our community here at #RichmondBackyard ❤️
The Backyard - 205 Cutting Blvd. Richmond, CA 94804

Trunk or Treat @East Brother Beer Co.

Grab your costumes and join us for Trunk or Treat!
📅 October 31 | ⏰ 4 p.m.– 9 p.m.
✨ Free event, all ages welcome!
🍺 First pint is $1 if you're in costume; $6 pints for the rest of the night (when in costume). Bring your best costume and get ready for a night of candy, fun, and spooky vibes! 1001 Canal Blvd, Richmond, CA

Fall Wine Tasting-Coctail Party @WCSYC

Saturday, November 1, from 2-5 p.m. at the West County Salesian Youth Club, 2801 Moran Ave, Richmond

Groove Portal @Sailing Goat Restaurant

November 1, 2025, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Sailing Goat at Point San Pablo Harbor, 1900 Stenmark Dr, Richmond, CA 94801, Groove Portal is your funky gateway to another dimension—where the bass is deep, the horns are hot, and the dance floor is always in motion.

This ten-piece Bay Area band delivers an electrifying tribute to the legends of soul, funk, and R&B—think Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Sly and the Family Stone. With blazing horns and a rhythm section tighter than a velvet glove, Groove Portal opens up a vortex of good vibes and irresistible grooves.

Step through the portal—and let the groove take over.

https://grooveportalband.com/home
Sailing Goat at Point San Pablo Harbor, 1900 Stenmark Dr, Richmond, CA 94801, USA

Chamber and Communities Fall Mega Mixer @ El Agave Azule

Monday, November 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m. All members of the business community are welcome. El Agave Azul 12955 San Pablo Ave, Richmond

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