Updated for 2024
For many families, October is all about Halloween, and there are many ways to celebrate. One of the perks of living in LA is that there are more creative and talented people here than anywhere else, so we get to see the coolest decorations and haunted houses all over town.
Here’s a list of amazing Halloween decorations you can see all around SoCal. Make a point this year to get out there and see as many of them as you can.
If you’re looking for Haunted Houses, just be sure to check if they’re open this year and whether they might be too scary for your little ones. Happy Halloween! Know about any houses or neighborhoods that are decorated so well you want them added to this list? Click here to submit the address.
Awesome Haunted Houses and Decorations in SoCal (Reader Submitted)
Burbank Clown House
715 N Ontario Street, Burbank, CA 91505
The Burbank Clown House Opening night is Oct 11th! All are welcome and the event is FREE for all. Live clowns every Fri-Sun through Halloween. Newly added this year – “Clown Alley.” Winner – Best Decorated House in Burbank: 2020 – First Place, 2021 – Third Place, 2022 – Second Place. Follow on Instagram!
The House on the Corner – Shadow of the Widowed Bride
10612 Baird Ave, Porter Ranch, CA 91326
Come watch the terror of the Spirits of The House on the Corner, if you dare to take the risk! Ghosts will fly throughout the yard as animatronics, pop outs and music do the spooking. You will see some familiar ‘faces’ like Beetlejuice! The Show is close to 5 minutes long…don’t blink or you will miss something! Dates: 10/19, 10/25, 10/26, 10/27 and 10/31 – Times: 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Hoffman Nightmare House
Also known as
Nightmare on Garfield
1141 Garfield Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104
Yes! The Hoffman House is happening again this year! Check it out and prepare to be scared!
Jack-o-lantern’s Dead End
10560 Limerick Ave., Chatsworth 91311
This house has a pumpkin and skeleton theme, with a 15-foot circumference spider on the roof! The a pumpkin arch is 23 feet wide, and there’s a cemetery! PLUS: Special Haunted House Edition will be open this Friday and Saturday, 10/25-10/26 from 7-9:30pm and on Halloween night, 10/31 from 7-9:30pm. It’s kid friendly for ages 10 and up, but always it depends on the child. There is nothing that will jump out at you, it’s more of just look around at the decorations and walk through.
Related: See Disneyland and Disney California Adventure at Halloween
Rotten Apple 907
907 N. California St., Burbank, CA 91505
Rotten Apple 907 is a family and community-based haunted house experience. It started off as a child’s birthday party, and now more than 30 years later, has become an annual tradition for many families. Rotten Apple 907 is a non-profit event. Donations are gratefully accepted and in prior years have been presented to VBAS (Volunteers of Burbank Animal Shelter). Be sure to check the website for the most current information regarding dates and times.
The Holiday House
3547 McLaughlin Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90066
Drive into the Mar Vista neighborhood to see this truly astounding front yard display of inflatables and spooky Halloween decor. They’ve been setting up these decorations for years, and they do not disappoint. Special musical shows nightly at 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., and 9:00 p.m. Insider tip: come back in December to see their Christmas and Hanukkah displays as well!
Related: The Best Pumpkin Patches in Los Angeles
SoCal Haunt List
This is a huge list of Haunted Houses and cool Halloween decorations with a special scavenger hunt game happening in the month of October. They include Yard Displays, Walk-Throughs, Haunted Shows, Drive-Throughs, and Paid Attractions. You can pick up a printed copy of the list at their retail partners, too.
Coffinwood Cemetery Yard Haunt
27159 Waterford Dr., Valencia, CA 91354
Coffinwood Cemetery Yard Haunt is a popular spot to visit in Valencia. Coffinwood Cemetery Yard Haunt offers a walk-through element for families who visit. It is described as “family-friendly,” meaning not too scary for the little ones, but you know your children best.
Pharaoh’s Hall
2001 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103
You’ll find Pharaoh’s Hall, a “walk-through Halloween display for the whole family,” in Pasadena. Stop by on October 13-14, October 20-22, October 27-29, and October 31st from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Fairbrook Manor
5426 E. Fairbrook St., Long Beach, CA 90815
Fairbrook Manor is a haunted house in Long Beach. Families are invited to stop by, dates to be announced soon — check their website or Instagram. Keep in mind, this location might be too scary for the younger members of the family. Also, be sure to contribute some non-perishable items for the community food drive benefitting the Long Beach Rescue Mission.
Circus of Nightmares
Burbank, CA
Circus of Nightmares features animated displays each night, from October 18th through October 31st, from sunset to 10:00 p.m. Live shows are scheduled for October 20, 21, 27, 28, and Halloween. Be sure to check their website; the exact location will be announced closer to the event opening.
Five Point Haunt (Yard Display )
26949 Winding Trail Ct., Valencia, CA 91381
This unique yard display is filled with spooky spirits such as Isabella, the young girl who doesn’t want to wake her mother from her grave because she’s been sleeping a looong time. You will also find a merry-go-round with creepy clowns, a haunted graveyard, possessed dolls, and more.
Lost souls haunt the inside of the house, too. Come visit and you might see someone lurking in the living room. Formerly known as ‘Stoney Point’ Haunt, Five Point Haunt is now located behind Magic Mountain in the Five Point community.
Holiday Fantasies Come to Life
1505 N. Valley St., Burbank, CA 91505
This home in Burbank pulls out all the stops — for all the holidays! The home isn’t decorated to be scary, so it’s especially great for families with younger children. You’ll find animatronic characters, lots of decorations and props, and more. Get the camera out! Check the website for the most current information regarding this year’s festivities.
More Reader-Submitted Houses to see:
- Toluca Woods, Sancola Ave. / Huston St., 4848 Sancola Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91601
- 8039 Grove St., Sunland CA 91040
- McLaughlin Ave. between Venice Blvd. and Palms in Mar Vista, CA 90066 — tons of inflatables and amazing decorations
- For those who like to get scared, maybe try out the Ghost Tour — looks spooky!
- Goldenrod Ave., Perris, CA 92570
- 2541 Silverspur, La Habra, CA 90631 — Home with amazing inflatables, light show, graveyard, and animatronics — check it out!
So many ways to celebrate Halloween in Los Angeles!
And don’t forget that the amusement parks do their own Halloween-related activities. Be sure to check out our list of Things to do With Kids in Los Angeles for Halloween.
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Jacquelyn Hoffmann
Saturday 12th of October 2024
Hi! I do the Hoffmann house in Pasadena. We are doing it this year! We already have most of it set up but we are adding details. People can stop by this weekend but it will be even more ready the weekend of October 28-20th.
We are featured on the So Cal haunt list and our insta is #nightmareongarfield.
Cteddybear
Thursday 20th of October 2022
No longer. They are selling the house.
4522 Jessica drive Los Angeles 90065
Sarah Auerswald
Friday 21st of October 2022
Oh! Thanks for letting us know. We'll edit the article.
Jonathan
Tuesday 27th of October 2020
The House on McLaughlin is by far the best! They do light shows go go to the music every hour And they don’t have interactive animatronics! My children ask to go every single day. Spectacular
Mia Gonzalos
Saturday 31st of October 2020
@Jonathan, Agreed! Skip the others lol ?
Anthony Renrut
Sunday 25th of October 2020
My kids flipped out at this house on Jessica dr. I’ve had to take them back 3 times. I admit it’s spectacular with the flourescent centipedes and forest. Loved the Venus fly traps Whoever you are, awesome job
Eddie
Sunday 25th of October 2020
The house in Mt Washington on Jessica Drive is amazing with all the neon and glow in the dark centipedes, spider webs, 12ft tall trees with eyes that glow and skulls at the end of tree limbs, and the Giant Venus Fly trap is so cool. It’s a must see on your tour of decorated houses.