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SAN DIEGO - Oct. 1, 2014 - PRLog -- This October, Downtown El Cajon is in for a “spooktacular” treat with the return of HauntFest on Main, a free, family-friendly event featuring Halloween festivities. The third annual event, hosted by St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center, Downtown El Cajon Business Partners and the City of El Cajon, will take place on East Main Street and Rea Avenue on Friday, October 24, 2014 from 5-10 p.m.

This year’s event, with an expected attendance of over 20,000 people, will feature new entertainment on multiple stages including live music from Mighty Untouchables, Ryan Hiller and Fabulous Pelicans, as well as performances from community groups such as TNT Dance Team, Rubio’s Performing Arts and St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center.

Free festival activities include craft booths and games, Kidz Zone, candy trails, outdoor movies, a pumpkin patch, Halloween inflatables, a decorated cars display and more. For a nominal fee, attendees can enjoy the Terror Truck, an expanded carnival ride area for kids, food vendors and dining experiences at local restaurants.

HauntFest goers are also encouraged to wear their best costume, as costume contests for children and adults will take place with $925 in prizes.

Sponsors include City of El Cajon, Downtown El Cajon Business Partners, St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center, 102.1 KPRi, Parkway Plaza, San Diego County Credit Union, The SoCo Group Inc., Toyota of El Cajon, and San Diego CityBeat.

For more information, visit www.HauntFest.org