81 Fun Halloween Events in Los Angeles

Halloween in Los Angeles

Updated for 2026

In Los Angeles, once the calendar page turns to fall, it means it’s time to start celebrating Halloween! When you were a kid, Halloween may have been a One-Day-Per-Year kind of holiday, but these days we have fun with it for 6 weeks or more.

Many of our favorite Los Angeles Halloween events are back this year, taking place all around Los Angeles and SoCal, and there are plenty of new ones to experience as well. Some events are ticketed and will sell out early, so scroll down and get ready to purchase!

We love the Halloween spirit around here, and there are lots of new and creative ways to enjoy the season. Keep checking back because we’ll keep adding new events as we find them.

Here’s a list of family-friendly ways to celebrate Halloween all over Los Angeles. From scary thrills to pumpkin patches, Halloween is terrific, Los Angeles-style!

81 Fun Halloween Events for 2026

Amusement Park Festivities:

Oogie Boogie Bash — A Disney Halloween Party Tickets are selling fast for 2026!
Disney California Adventure Park
1313 Disneyland Dr., Anaheim, CA 92802

Held on select nights in August, September, and October from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm, the Oogie Boogie Bash — A Disney Halloween Party is a special seasonal event, requiring a separate ticket. “Enjoy 5 hours of mischievous fun—including a special Halloween-themed street party, special entertainment, immersive treat trails, spellbinding attractions, and more.” Costume-wearing is encouraged! The ticket to this event also includes admission to Disney California Adventure Park as early as 3:00 pm on the valid date of your ticket.

Meanwhile, there’s still “plenty of frightful fun to be had during Halloween at the Disneyland Resort. Enjoy spirited touches throughout the parks, ride Haunted Mansion Holiday, and step on over to Cars Land for Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree.” Details are available online.

Related: Get all the best tips in the Oogie Boogie Bash Insider Guide on This Crazy Adventure Called Life. They also have a terrific Guide to Halloween at Disneyland.

Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights
100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608

Experience Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood on select nights from Thursday, September 3^rd, through Sunday, November 1^st. Among the attractions are 8 haunted houses, including One Last Adventure with Stranger Things, from the Stranger Things Universe in The Upside Down in Hawkins. “Try to defeat Vecna once and for all in this haunted house based on Stranger Things 5.”

You’ll also find live entertainment, Terror Tram, scare zones, themed merchandise and food, and more. Check the website for details, including costume guidelines, as well as ticket information.

Note: This event may be too intense for young children and is not recommended for children under 13.

Knott’s Scary Farm
8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA 90620

Knott’s Scary Farm will run on select nights from Thursday, September 17^th, through Saturday, October 31^st. This annual event is the “longest-running and most haunting Halloween theme park event in Southern California.” The fully transformed theme park features “uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog and hiding across every inch of the park.” Tickets are available online.

Note: Knott’s Scary Farm is not recommended for children under 13, so be sure to check out Knott’s Spooky Farm instead.

Knott’s Spooky Farm
8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA 90620

On select days from Thursday, September 24^th through Saturday, October 31^st, Knott’s invites families to enjoy their annual event, Knott’s Spooky Farm. This daytime event promises to be all fun and no fear, and is perfect for families with younger children. It features trick-or-treating, themed décor, and special, just-for-kids Halloween activities. Ticket information is available online.

SeaWorld Halloween Spooktacular and SeaWorld Howl-o-Scream
500 SeaWorld Dr., San Diego, CA 92109

SeaWorld is celebrating Halloween with two special events. Halloween Spooktacular is a daytime, family-friendly, pirate-themed Halloween adventure featuring lots of trick-or-treat stations as well as lots of fun interactive activities. From swashbuckling pirate parades to magical candy quests, “this year’s Spooktacular offers a treasure trove of fun that will captivate kids and bring out the adventurer in everyone.” You can also enjoy the all-new Baby Shark Halloween Show premiering exclusively at SeaWorld San Diego. Costumed kids can trick-or-treat for “ghoulish goodies along 8 candy stations.” Halloween Spooktacular takes place each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from Friday, September 11^th, through Sunday, November 1^st.

Note: For a limited time, kids ages 3 – 9 can get a free one-day pass with the purchase of a paid adult ticket!

In its sixth year, Howl-O-Scream is “San Diego’s largest nighttime Halloween event,” and transforms “the once peaceful SeaWorld San Diego into a sinister, spine-chilling playground of terror. Evade ALL-NEW angry haunts, ALL-NEW scare zones, and TWISTED vile vignettes.” The event also features cocktails and spirits as well as a live show, nighttime coaster rides, and more. Howl-O-Scream is a separately ticketed night event that is designed for mature audiences. Children under the age of 18 WILL be admitted, but there is no discounted rate for children and there are no refunds if the event is too scary. Howl-O-Scream will run on select nights from Friday, September 11^th, through Saturday, October 31^st. Details and ticket information are available online.

Tricks and Treats 2026 and Fright Fest
Six Flags Magic Mountain
26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy., Valencia, CA 91355

Especially for families with younger children, Six Flags offers Tricks and Treats for 2026. These events take place each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from Friday, September 25^th, through Sunday, November 1^st. The fun includes everything “from mischievous tricks and tasty treats, to spooky, kooky Halloween activities for kids and adults, and so much more; everyone in the family is sure to have a boo-last!”

Fright Fest “debuts as California’s Largest Haunt featuring a combined record total of 20 haunted houses and scare zones, including Final Destination (new for 2026), Wolves Blood (new for 2026), Trick ‘r Treat, and The Conjuring Universe. Plus monstertainment, eerie eats, and more!” Fright Fest runs on select nights from Friday, September 18^th, through Sunday, November 1^st.

Note: Be sure to check the website for details regarding the Chaperone Policy in place for Fright Fest, which is not recommended for children under 13 years of age. All guests 15 or younger must be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 years old. One chaperone may accompany 10 guests.

Adventure City’s Boo-tastic Halloween Party
1238 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92804

This family-friendly Halloween event takes place for 10 nights only: Friday, October 2^nd, Friday, October 9^th, Thursday, October 15^th, Friday, October 16^th, Wednesday, October 21^st, Thursday, October 22^nd, Friday, October 23^rd, Wednesday, October 28^th, Thursday, October 29^th, and Friday, October 30^th, from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm each evening. Eleven fun rides will be open, plus walk through the “Trick-or-Treat Street” where kiddos will find free candy and trinkets, take part in a scavenger hunt, ride the Halloween-themed Express Train, watch a special holiday light show, join in on a spooktacular dance party, and more! Tickets are limited and may sell out soon. Details are available online.

Día de los Muertos and Castle Dark for Halloween
Castle Park
3500 Polk St., Riverside, CA 92505

Castle Park is celebrating Día de los Muertos on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting on Friday, September 18^th and continuing through Saturday, October 31^st. This daytime celebration features live music, festive decor, dance parties, trick-or-treating, performances, pumpkin painting, and more.

Castle Dark, now in its 18^th year at Castle Park, runs Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights from Friday, September 18^th, through Sunday, November 1^st, from 7:00 pm to midnight. There’s also a bonus day on Thursday, October 29^th. You’ll find two new horrifying mazes and the return of fan favorites. Plus, experience unforgettable spine-tingling performances, scare zones, and more.

Note: Castle Dark is not intended for children under 13 years of age. Details and ticket information are available online.

Halloween Season and Brick-or-Treat Monster Party
LEGOLAND California
1 LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad, CA 92008

From Sunday, September 20^th, through Friday, October 30^th, it’s Halloween Season at LEGOLAND. There is Halloween fun to be had each day, including character meet-and-greets, “boo-rilliant Halloween decor, devilishly delicious fall-themed treats”, and more.

Plus, Brick-or-Treat is back, making “its fang-tastic return this fall, bringing chills, thrills, and candy spills” on select dates, from Saturday, September 19^th through Sunday, November 1^st. Silly monster LEGO characters take over LEGOLAND® California Resort in this family-friendly, not-too-scary fun, including live entertainment, character meet-and-greets, limited-time attractions, including Disco Dragon Coaster, trick-or-treating, and more. There are also a few new rides and attractions that have been added this year that you won’t want to miss! Details and tickets are available online.

Festivities In or Near the Water:

Spooky Splash Halloween Event @ Santa Monica Swim Center
(on the campus of Santa Monica College)
2225 16^th St., Santa Monica, CA 90405

Santa Monica Swim Center presents the Spooky Splash Halloween Event on Friday, October 23rd, 2026, from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Join them for a frightfully fun evening! This year’s activities will include a Floating Pumpkin Patch in the Splash Pool, a haunted house, spooky flicks, arts and crafts, treats, games, and surprises throughout the evening! (For more information, check the website for updates and/or call 310-458-8700).

9^th Annual Halloween Celebration
Fisherman’s Wharf
Redondo Beach Pier 100–500, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

Head to the Redondo Beach Pier on October 30^th, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm for the 9^th Annual Halloween Celebration. This free event features prizes for best costume, sponsor giveaways, trick-or-treating on the Boardwalk and Pier (while supplies last), a DJ, and more.

Floating Pumpkin Patch
Paul T. Nakamura Regional Aquatic Center
10145 Pioneer Blvd., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670

Also known as the Santa Fe Springs Aquatic Center, the Paul T. Nakamura Regional Aquatic Center will host a floating pumpkin patch on Saturday, October 31^st. Swim through a floating pumpkin patch of real pumpkins and pick your favorite. There will also be crafts, treats, and photo ops. Pre-registration is required and multiple time slots will be available. Pricing depends on the time slot you book.

Pumpkin Poolooza — NEW LOCATION!
Urho Saari Swim Stadium — “The Plunge”
219 W. Mariposa, El Segundo, CA 90245

The City of El Segundo invites families to its Pumpkin Poolooza event on Saturday, October 24^th, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The fun includes a “floating pumpkin patch,” as well as pumpkin decorating, raffles, games, and more. Space is limited; reserve your space online.

Zoo Festivities:

HalGLOWeen at the San Diego Zoo
Balboa Park
2920 Zoo Dr., San Diego, CA 92101

HalGLOWeen, the “glittering, glimmering, and glowing annual Halloween extravaganza is back!”, and takes place each weekend in October with activities starting around 5:00 pm. After the sun sets, families will enjoy interactive festivities, live entertainment, and lots of spooky surprises. Also, families will have the chance to meet some “‘spooky’ wildlife ambassadors as you discover how crucial they are to our ecosystems—and that they’re not really scary at all.”

Note: They are celebrating Kids Free all October long!

Boo at the Zoo
Santa Barbara Zoo
500 Niños Dr., Santa Barbara, CA 93103 

Take a drive to the Santa Barbara Zoo for their Boo at the Zoo celebration happening on several nights in October. The fun includes trick-or-treating and “monster-ous thrills and chills” at this fun spell-a-bration. Boo at the Zoo takes place on Friday, October 23^rd, Saturday, October 24^th, Sunday, October 25^th, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm each evening. There will also be an Adult Night on Thursday, October 22^nd, from 5:00 to 10:00 pm. Tickets are available online.

Boo at the Zoo
Santa Ana Zoo
1801 E. Chestnut Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92701

Santa Ana Zoo hosts its Boo at the Zoo event on the last two weekends of October: Saturday, October 17^th and Sunday, October 18^th, as well as Saturday, October 24^th and Sunday, October 25^th, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm each night. This year’s “merry not scary” Halloween event includes trick-or-treating, nighttime animal encounters, scavenger hunts, and more.

Halloween Animal Art Preschool Program and Halloween Zoo-Tacular at the OC Zoo
Irvine Regional Park
1 Irvine Park Rd., Orange, CA 92869

The Orange County Zoo will host a class for ages 3–4 years old ONLY, on select dates in October, from 10:15 am to 11:15 am, that “includes hands-on learning, fun crafts, and meeting zoo creatures up close!” A parent must accompany their child for the entire program. Preregistration is required by phone. Get the details online.

Visit the OC Zoo for Halloween Zoo-Tacular on Saturday, October 24^th, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Festivities will include a scavenger hunt, trick-or-treating, and spooky crafts for kids. Families will also have the chance to watch zoo animals receive treat-filled pumpkins throughout the day. Activities are included in general Zoo admission ($2 per person; ages 2 & under are free) — Parking: $5 per vehicle. (Trick-or-treating and scavenger hunt candies are available while supplies last, and are activities designed for children 12 and younger.)

Movies, Music, and Theatrical Performances:

Halloween Organ, Film & Music: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Walt Disney Concert Hall
111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012

This Halloween, organist Clark Wilson brings us “an afternoon of chilling music and gothic film.” The performance is scheduled for Halloween afternoon, Saturday, October 31^st at 3:00 pm. Tickets are available online.

Werewolf by Night & Headless
Walt Disney Concert Hall
111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012

Award-winning composer and director Michael Giacchino brings a Halloween doubleheader to the stage. First, Headless, a new musical from Giacchino and collaborators Elyssa Samsel and Kate Anderson, will kick off the night. The musical “lures audiences into the bewitched town that has captivated audiences for over two hundred years.”

After an intermission, the orchestra performs Giacchino’s Werewolf by Night live to picture. It promises to be a “full-on endorphin rush for horror nerds.” The suspenseful film follows monster hunters in a deadly competition for a powerful relic that brings them face-to-face with monsters.

My Chemical Romance Devil’s Night and Halloween Shows
The Hollywood Bowl
2301 Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90068

On Friday, October 30^th and Saturday,, October 31st, the band My Chemical Romance will perform its fourth and fifth performances at The Hollywood Bowl as part of its “Black Parade 2026 Tour” at this historic venue. The shows, Devil’s Night and Halloween, “will deliver a unique atmosphere shaped by the weekend’s energy, the venue’s natural beauty, and the band’s ongoing commitment to creating unforgettable live experiences.” Performances start at 7:00 pm both nights and the gates open at 5:30 pm. Tickets are available online.

Hallowe’en Spooktacular
Bob Baker Marionette Theater
4949 York Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90042

From Saturday, September 5^th through Sunday, November 8^th, Bob Baker Marionette Theater presents Hallowe’en Spooktacular. The hour-long performance features over one hundred puppets, including new thrills and curious creations, “from Frankenstein’s monster’s toe-tapping inception to an out-of-this-world Venutian dreamscape”. This year, Spooktacular will include ASL Interpretation shows with dates and times yet to be announced. Plus, Halloween costume parades will be held at every Spooktacular show in October.

Note: A sensory-friendly performance will take place on Saturday, October 10^th at 10:30 am.

Festivals and Carnivals:

Halloween Fest 2026
9650 Zelah Ave., Northridge, CA 91325

Bring your kids ages 3 – 12 to the 5^th annual Halloween Festival to raise awareness about mental health care. The Children & Family Guidance Center’s Trick or Treat Village will be on Saturday, October 24th from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, rain or shine. There will be carnival games, wellness booths, and more.

Oak Park Halloween Carnival 2026
Oak Park Community Center
1000 Kanan Road, Oak Park, CA 91377

The Oak Park Halloween Carnival 2026 will happen on Halloween Day from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The fun includes prizes, carnival games, face painting, arts and crafts, and of course, candy! Food will be available for purchase, as well. Tickets go on sale on October 1^st.

Halloween Family Fest
Inglewood City Hall — South Mall
1 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90301

The City of Inglewood invites families to attend its Halloween Family Fest event on Saturday, October 17^th, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Enjoy lots of fun activities. Details are available online.

65^th Annual Youth Halloween Carnival 2026
Rancho Santa Susana Community Center
5005-C Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley, CA 93063

The 65^th Annual Youth Halloween Carnival 2026 will take place on Halloween, Saturday, October 31^st, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and is designed for youth 12 years and under. This year’s event has classic features and will include lots of fun activities such as balloon artists, face painting, hay rides, carnival games, inflatables, and more. Tickets go on sale on October 1^st. A limited number of tickets will be available on Halloween.

Bu Bash — Halloween Carnival Spooktacular
Malibu Bluffs Park
24250 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265

The City of Malibu invites families to its Bu Bash — Halloween Carnival Spooktacular on Friday, October 23^rd, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The fun includes art activities, carnival games, bounce houses, on-site food trucks, a costume catwalk, spooky stories, trick-or-treating, and more.This special event is designed for children ages 2-10. Pre-registration is required. Details are available online. ($10 per participant)

Calabasas Pumpkin Festival
Juan Bautista de Anza Park
3701 Lost Hills Road, Calabasas, CA 91301

The Calabasas Pumpkin Festival will happen on Sunday, October 18^th, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Festival features a marketplace, live musical performances, food, and a pumpkin patch. Parking and ticket information are available online. And here’s some fun trivia — Calabasas got its name from the Spanish word “calabaza”, meaning “pumpkin” or “gourd.”

Fall Festival
Prancers Farm
18540 E. Telegraph Rd., Santa Paula, CA 93060

Prancers Farm’s Fall Festival will begin on September 26^th and continue through Halloween, Sunday, November 1^st. The Fall Festival includes hayrides, a petting zoo, pumpkin picking, a corn maze, and more. The Fall Festival is open every weekend in October. Tickets are available online.

38^th Annual Family Halloween Carnival
Manhattan Heights Park
1600 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

The City of Manhattan Beach invites families to the 38^th Annual Family Halloween Carnival, which will happen on Saturday, October 24^th. There’s lots of fun to be had, including carnival games, a costume contest and parade, a cupcake walk, refreshments, and more. Details are available online.

Halloween Carnival & Lantern Tours — New Location!
Heritage Park
12100 Mora Dr., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670

The City of Santa Fe Springs is hosting its annual Halloween Carnival on Saturday, October 24^th, in combination with the Lantern Tours. This year’s event features lantern tours, a costume parade, games, crafts, food, and more. Check the website for more information.

Related: Halloween Treats for Kids

Botanical Garden and Farm Festivities:

Carved
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Dr., La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011

From Friday, October 2^nd through Sunday, November 1^st, from 6 pm to 10 pm each evening, thousands of carved pumpkins will line a less-than-mile-long route through Descanso Gardens. “The large art pumpkins weigh hundreds of pounds and are carved by artists who are allowed to put their spin on each design. The pumpkins only last about 3 days, so new designs pop up throughout the event.”

This year’s event features new sculptures by Helsinki-based artist Alexander Reichstein, “known for immersive installations that invite visitors of all ages into unexpected sensory worlds.” There’ll be plenty of pumpkin fun to delight and mesmerize. The Descanso Railroad will return, and there will be seasonal surprises around every corner. Advance, timed-entry tickets are required and are available now, as well as anytime tickets. Remember — Carved is a rain-or-shine event.

Note: The route is accessible for strollers, wheelchairs, and other mobility assistance devices.

Magic of the Jack-o’-Lanterns
South Coast Botanic Gardens
26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verde Peninsula, CA 90274

“The Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns delights all ages on a glowing trail of thousands of magnificent, hand-carved pumpkins.” Families will be dazzled and amazed by a mile-long walking trail filled with more than 10,000 hand-carved jack o’lanterns, light displays, larger-than-life pumpkin structures, and live entertainment. Fall beverages and concessions will be available for purchase. And, the trail is stroller-friendly. Families may visit on select dates from Friday, September 18^th, through Sunday, November 1^st. Special: Low-Sensory Experience on September 27th. Tickets are available online.

Pumpkin Fest at AGRIscapes
Cal Poly Pomona
4102 S. University Dr., Pomona, CA 91768

The 33^rd Annual Pumpkin Fest starts on Saturday, October 10^th, and continues each weekend through Saturday, October 31^st. There’s lots of fun to be had, including farm demonstrations, live music, food vendors, craft vendors, a country fair area, pumpkin hill, and more. Some activities do require tickets, such as the two corn mazes, the petting farm, the sunflower maze, and the antique-tractor-pulled Hay Wagon Ride, to name a few.

Pumpkin Fest runs from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. Tickets are required and should be purchased in advance online, because capacity is limited and tickets do generally sell out each day.

Halloween In The Garden
Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden
301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007

During the month of October, the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden is hosting a number of Halloween-themed events. Special events include Family Night Hike: The Ghoulish Garden (Saturday, October 3^rd, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm), Adult Night Hike: The Ghoulish Garden (Saturday, October 3^rd, from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm), Barks & Boos (Saturday, October 10^th, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm), and Day of the Dead/Dia De Los Muertos (Sunday, October 25th, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm). Details are available online.

Shopping Center Festivities:

Sun & Sea at The Point: Family Fun Halloween Pop-Up
The Point 
850 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., El Segundo, CA 90245

The Point is hosting a Family Fun Halloween Pop-Up event on Saturday, October 24^th, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. 25 local vendors will be participating in this curated outdoor market. Plus, there will be lots of other fun activities, including face painting, sweet treats, trick-or-treating, and more. Don’t forget your Trick-or-Treat bag!

Annual Halloween Spooktacular
Montrose Shopping Park
2200, 2300, 2400 blocks of Honolulu Ave., Glendale, CA 91020

From 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Saturday, October 31^st, the charming Montrose Shopping Park invites children to trick-or-treat. Merchants will be giving out candy while families stroll about the festively decorated shopping area. This popular annual event is described as an “old-fashioned Trick-or-Treat event for the entire family.”

2026 Halloween Trick or Treat
Riviera Village
1799 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach, CA 90277

Riviera Village’s 2026 Halloween Trick-or-Treat event will happen on Halloween, Saturday, October 31^st, from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Catalina Avenue will be closed to traffic from Avenue I to S. Elena Street, creating a fun and safe trick-or-treating atmosphere. Shops will be handing out candy and treats.

Glendora Village Annual Halloween Trick-or-Treat Walk
200 N. Glendora Ave., Glendora, CA 91741

Glendora Village is hosting its annual Halloween Trick-or-Treat event on Friday, October 30^th, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. There will be trick-or-treating, craft stations, train rides, character meet-and-greets, and more.

Haunted Little Tokyo Scavenger Hunt
249 S. Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

Children and parents are invited to participate in the Haunted Little Tokyo Scavenger Hunt happening on Saturday, October 24^th, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Come dressed in your costumes and do your best to collect all the stamps on the scavenger hunt to earn a special treat. Fun activities are planned, so be sure to stick around after you claim your prize.

Museums and Aquariums:

Scarium Family Night
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

Aquarium of the Pacific is hosting Scarium Family Night on Friday, October 23^rd, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Get ready for Halloween activities for the whole family. Come dressed in your costumes and explore the Aquarium’s exhibits at night. “Touch animals like sharks and jellies, and even go trick-or-treating with provided goodie bags! Dance to our DJ’s tunes and discover more fun at our kids’ activity and photo booths. There will also be a costume contest and a vampire magician!” Details and tickets are available online.

Spirits & Legends of the Bowers Museum
Bowers Museum
2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, CA 92706

The Bowers Museum opened back in 1936. Since that time, many employees and museum visitors have “told stories of paranormal encounters they have experienced at the museum.” Charles Spratley, from Haunted Orange County, will be leading after-hours tours exploring the spirits and legends of the Bowers Museum. Tours are offered from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm on Thursdays, October 8^th, 15^th, 22^nd, and 29^th, and Friday, October 30^th. This is a ticketed event and is suggested for ages 12 and up. Tickets are available online.

Costume Week
Pretend City Children’s Museum
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618

Sunday, October 25^th, through Thursday, October 29^th, is Costume Week at Pretend City Children’s Museum, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Get ready to wear your costume and enjoy “a day of playful Halloween fun”. There will be themed activities, story times, music, and spooky fun.

Halloween Eve
Pretend City Children’s Museum
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618

Visit Pretend City Children’s Museum on Halloween Eve (Friday, October 30^th) from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm to participate in the museum’s Halloween festivities. Calling all little monsters to celebrate Halloween with “a day of dancing, trick-or-treating, laughter, and imaginative play”. Enjoy a fun-filled puppet show, collect treats, and more. Ticket information is available online.

Kidspace Halloween Bash
Kidspace Children’s Museum
480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103

Kidspace Children’s Museum invites families to experience Kidspace Halloween Bash beginning on Friday, September 18^th and continuing through Halloween, October 31^st. “Join the rollicking costume parades, take a thrilling trike ride through a spooky house, and craft an enchanting elixir.” Other fun activities include creating your own silly or scary monster in the Adopt-a-Monster Imagination Workshop, mixing up your own magical potion in the Witch’s Kitchen, and the chance to go “boo-ling” for strikes at Pumpkin Bowling Alley.

Kidspace Halloween is included with general admission. Daily costume parades take place at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm. Details and ticket information are available online.

Spooky Science Night 
Columbia Memorial Space Center
12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242

Columbia Memorial Space Center is hosting Spooky Science Night on Saturday, October 17^th, from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The evening includes different stations throughout the Space Center, with lots of hands-on activities. Costumes are highly encouraged, and there will be a costume parade to “show off your spooky style!” This is an all-ages event, with no scary content involved. Details and ticket information are available online (Admission will be charged).

Pumpkin Party
Leonis Adobe Museum
23537 Calabasas Rd., Calabasas, CA 91302

The Leonis Adobe Museum is hosting its family-friendly Pumpkin Party on Saturday, October 24^th, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Enjoy hands-on crafts, live music, and demonstrations of rancho life in the 1880s. “Costumes are admired; not required.” Admission is $10 per person, free for children under 2.

Related: Harvest Festivals in SoCal

Parks and Pumpkin Patches:

Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch
10100 Jefferson Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232

Mr. Bones is one of the coolest Pumpkin Patches around. Founded in 1987, Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch offers Los Angeles–area families a spooky, fun environment complete with pumpkin decorating, straw mazes, a petting zoo, face painting, and more. You’ll find a wide variety of pumpkins, squash, and gourds from farms in Oregon and Northern California (several of which are organic). They will be open from Friday, October 2^nd, through Saturday, October 31^st, and their hours can vary from day to day. Tickets will be available online. Check out our Guide to Mr. Bones here.

Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch
32335 Live Oak Canyon Rd., Redlands, CA 92373

Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch is celebrating its 46^th anniversary and will be open for Fall Family Fun from Thursday, September 17^th, through Monday, November 2^nd (closed September 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 and October 5,6). Described as the “largest pumpkin patch in Southern California,” you’ll find rides, games, a petting zoo, fun family photo opps, food vendors, and so many pumpkins! Tickets are available at the front gate only. Be sure to check the website for details regarding specials, prices, and promotions.

Fall-O-Ween
Heritage Hill Historical Park
25151 Serrano Rd., Lake Forest, CA 92630

Celebrate autumn with OC Parks at the Fifth Annual Fall-O-Ween at Heritage Hill Historical Park on October 16^th–18^th and the following weekend on October 23^rd–25^th. “Tour the decorated historical grounds and take your picture at a variety of Halloween and fall-themed photo opportunities during special park hours.” Families can also navigate their way through a straw maze and complete a scavenger hunt for “ghoulish goodies” at this free, family-friendly event. Costumes are encouraged, and pets are welcome on leashes no longer than six feet. Details are available online.

Related: Check out the Best Pumpkin Patches in Los Angeles.

9th Annual Halloween Spooktacular
Mariners Park
1300 Irvine Ave., Newport Beach, CA 92660

On October 24^th from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, you can come out for the free community event at Mariners Park. It will include live music, trunk-or-treating, a haunted walkthrough, games, costume contests, food trucks, bounce houses, and more. Parking is limited; walking and biking are encouraged. Check the website for more details.

Marina Spooktacular
Burton Chace Park
13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292 

Burton Chace Park is the place for the Marina Spooktacular happening on Saturday, October 24^th, and Sunday, October 25^th, from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm each day. This free event offers “activities for all ages and scare levels!” A number of activities are planned, including carnival games, face painters, a photo booth, a giant slide, on-site food trucks, a DJ, treasure hunts, and more.

Note: Certain activities have a higher “scare level” than others. Details are available online. RSVP online.

Halloween Haunted House
Darby Park
3400 W. Arbor Vitae St., Inglewood, CA 90301

The City of Inglewood will host a Halloween Haunted House in Darby Park on Friday, October 30^th, and Saturday, October 31^st, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Join them for a frighteningly good time.

Halloween Fest
Grant Rea Park
600 Rea Dr., Montebello, CA 90640

The City of Montebello invites families to its Halloween Fest happening on Saturday, October 24^th. Enjoy the haunted train ride, on-site food trucks, candy, a costume contest, games, and other fun activities. Details are available online.

Best for Older Kiddos — Tweens and Teens:

Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor: The Spirits Rise
1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90802

The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor returns this year to Long Beach! The event opens on Friday, September 18^th, and runs on select nights through Sunday, November 1^st. Described as “Southern California’s most haunted Halloween event,” the event features live entertainment, festive eats and treats, haunted mazes, experiences on board the ship, and the return of well-known icons such as Ringmaster, Captain, and Scary Mary. This year’s event will feature fan favorites from the past as well as new surprises. Choose from attractions and experiences both onboard the “notoriously haunted Queen Mary” and the surrounding harbor, such as the Sinister Swings and Rampage Double Wheel.

Note: Dark Harbor is recommended for children 13 and older. Children under 7 are not permitted in the haunted mazes. Details and ticket information are available online.

Los Angeles Haunted Hayride
Griffith Park
4730 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90027

Celebrating Los Angeles Haunted Hayride’s 18^th anniversary, this year’s event is a significantly updated experience, described previously as “scarier than ever” by Los Angeles Magazine. You’ll find a new addition this year, featuring Fallen Angel — a “legendary rock band whose final Halloween rehearsal ended in flames, and whose spirits still haunt the abandoned theater.”

Other updates include haywagons with seating for the Haunted Hayride, plus you’ll find familiar haunts such as Elvira’s Trick or Treat Mayhem and more. Experience the Los Angeles Haunted Hayride on select evenings from Friday, September 18^th, through Sunday, November 1^st. Details and ticket information are available online.

Note: This event may be too intense for children 12 and younger.

Nights Of The Jack
King Gillette Ranch
26800 Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas, CA 91302

LA’s leading immersive Halloween event, Nights of the Jack, is back this year, running on select nights from Friday, September 25^th through Sunday, November 1^st. Tucked in the Santa Monica Mountains, families will follow the 1-mile, self-guided trail at King Gillette Ranch, featuring “larger-than-life jack o’lantern installations.” The fun also features on-site food trucks, dazzling light technology, interactive displays, and more. Advanced ticket purchases are required and are available online.

Note: For families with young children — The website states the trail experience is not scary but can be a bit spooky in a few places.

Related: Fun and Easy Halloween Crafts for Kids

Month-Long Weekend Festivities:

Pumpkin Palooza 
Discovery Cube Orange County
2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana, CA 92705

Visit Discovery Cube OC on the weekends between Saturday, October 3^rd, and Sunday, October 25^th, to check out Pumpkin Palooza. This seasonal event features “thrilling activities, spooky science, and an interactive pumpkin maze” that will have you in for a gourd time! Additionally, Pumpkin Palooza Dance Parties will be taking place at certain times throughout the day, featuring the return of “Jack-o-Lynn” spinning the hottest dance hits and Halloween favorites.

Note: A visit to Pumpkin Palooza requires a Pumpkin Palooza ticket as well as a general admission ticket to Discovery Cube OC. Details and tickets are available online.

Related: Where to go Trick or Treating in Los Angeles

Enchanted Halloween Evenings at Discovery Cube Los Angeles
11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar, CA 91342

Discovery Cube Los Angeles will host Enchanted Halloween Evenings each Saturday and Sunday from September 26^th through November 8^th. The fun includes museum access, trick-or-treating, magicians, a stage show, an outdoor hay bale maze, a NEW corn maze, a costume contest, and more. This event has limited capacity, so be sure to purchase tickets in advance just in case.

Scooby-Doo! Mansion Mayhem
Discovery Cube Orange County
2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana, CA 92705

Check out the Scooby-Doo! Mansion Mayhem, opening September 7^th at Discovery Cube LA. “The mysteries of SCOOBY-DOO™ deliver laughter, thrills, and spooky fun that make supernatural sleuthing enjoyable for fans of all ages. The meddling kids, mysteries, monsters, and munchies of SCOOBY-DOO™ have captivated generations of kids and adults, encouraging them to share personal memories and favorite Scooby moments while creating new ones together.” Tickets are available online and are included with general admission or a membership.

Related: Celebrate Día de Los Muertos in SoCal

Festivities Worth the Drive:

Multiple Halloween-Themed Activities
Multiple locations, Camarillo, CA

The City of Camarillo is hosting several Halloween-themed activities:

• Trail-Or-Treat takes place on Saturday, October 17^th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Children will trick-or-treat along the Camarillo Grove Trail and earn trail treats while answering nature-based questions.
• Spooky Swim takes place on Friday, October 23^rd, from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm and features swimming fun, pumpkin painting, and games.
• Dogs can get in on the fun at the Howl-O-Ween event happening on Saturday, October 24^th, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
• Halloween in the Park takes place on Wednesday, October 28^th from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm, and features a costume contest, games, pumpkin painting, on-site food trucks, and a trick-or-treat village! Details are available online.

Pumpkin in the Pines
SkyPark at Santa’s Village
28950 California 18, Skyforest, CA 92385

Take a drive to SkyPark at Santa’s Village in the San Bernardino Mountains for Pumpkins in the Pines. The special event takes place each weekend in October, starting Saturday, October 3^rd, through Sunday, November 1^st. The festivities include “a parkwide pumpkin patch, seasonal food & beverages, pumpkin painting, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Puppet Show, and more!” There will also be a costume parade and character meet-and-greets.

Festivities That Get You Moving:

Night Hike at Griffith Observatory
Western Canyon Rd., Section 9, Los Angeles, CA 90068

Celebrate Halloween a few days early with a spooky Night Hike at Griffith Park on Wednesday, October 21^st, from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Park Urban Ecologists and Griffith Observatory Astronomers will lead the hike under the stars. All ages are welcome on the 2.1-mile hike. Remember to bring water, hiking shoes, and a headlamp or flashlight.

Whittier Spooktacular: 5K Run/Walk
Whittier Community Center 
7630 Washington Ave., Whittier, CA 90602

The Annual Whittier Spooktacular: 5K Run/Walk event will take place on Saturday, October 31^st. This “fang-tastic” event is designed for all ages and fitness levels, with a Children’s Creepy Crawly 1/2 Mile Dash event also taking place. The Halloween-themed event will include many participants dressed in their favorite costumes! Details and registration information are available online.

Festivities Offering A Little Bit of Everything:

Rustic Canyon’s Fiesta of Fright
601 Latimer Rd., Santa Monica, CA 90402

Rustic Canyon’s Fiesta of Fright will happen on Saturday, October 25^th, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The fun includes games, a moon bounce, food, candy, a haunted house (from 5 pm to 8 pm, $5 for admission), and more.

Related: No-Carve Halloween Pumpkin Decorating Ideas

Halloween Spooktacular
Westminster Civic Center
8200 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683

The City of Westminster will host a Halloween Spooktacular event on Friday, October 24^th, starting at 4:30 pm. The fun includes Trunk-or-Treating (from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm), and a movie (at 6:30 pm), on-site food trucks, games, and a Community Ofrenda in honor of Día de los Muertos. Details are available online.

Halloween Frolic
300 & 400 Blocks of Main St., El Segundo, CA 90245

Attend El Segundo’s Halloween Frolic that will happen on Saturday, October 25^th, from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The spooktacular event will feature a costume contest, arts and crafts, music, jumpers, food, and more.

Boonion Station
Union Station South Patio, 800 N. Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

Boonion Station returns to Los Angeles Union Station for its 6^th year. This free family-friendly event will take place on Saturday, October 25^th, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Everyone can enjoy a “frightfully fun” Halloween with activities like balloon artists, face painting, “scaricature” drawings, trick-or-treating, a costume contest, crafts, and more. No tickets are needed.

Library Festivities:

Mindful Halloween Coloring
John Muir Branch Library
1005 W. 64th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044

On Tuesday, October 14^th and Tuesday, October 28^th, from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm, teens and adults can color Halloween creatures, Halloween mandalas, and Dia de los Muertos designs. The library will provide all materials.

Halloween Tote Bag Painting
Atwater Village Branch Library
3379 Glendale Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039

Kids and teens can paint Halloween tote bags to use while trick-or-treating this year on Thursday, October 16^th, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Atwater Village Branch Library.

Zombie Teddy Bears
Atwater Village Branch Library
3379 Glendale Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039

On Thursday, October 2^nd, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm, kids and teens are invited to zombify Teddy bears. The Teddy bears will be provided while supplies last.

Halloween & Dia de los Muertos Party
Eagle Rock Branch Library
5027 Caspar Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90041

There will be a Halloween and Dia de los Muertos party at the Eagle Rock Branch Library on October 22^nd, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Kids, toddlers, and babies are welcome to go and enjoy crafts, stories, and a costume parade.

Halloween Zoom Trivia
Edendale Branch Library
2011 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026

Adults can get in on the Halloween fun with Halloween Zoom Trivia on Thursday, October 23^rd, at 6:00 pm at Edendale Branch Library. There will be questions about spooky Halloween traditions, movies, books, songs, and treats.

Halloween Skeleton Craft & Trick-or-Treating
Chatsworth Branch Library
21052 Devonshire St., Chatsworth, CA 91311

What kid wouldn’t love crafting skeletons for Halloween? The Chatsworth Teen Council is sponsoring this event for children to trick-or-treat in their costumes and make skeleton crafts. It will be held on October 25^th at 1:00 pm.

Hollywood Horror Makeup Demonstration
San Pedro Regional Branch Library
931 S. Gaffey St., San Pedro, CA 90731

On Tuesday, October 21^st, from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm, adults and teens can learn how to apply monster makeup for Halloween from Hollywood makeup artist Brian Stock. This program is possible with the support of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Fall Traditions
Los Angeles Public Library System – multiple branches

Celebrate Halloween, Day of the Dead, and autumn at the library. Many branches of the Los Angeles Public Library System are hosting special events. Check the website for a list of participating branches and all the details.

Halloween Events
LA County Library System

A number of branches in the LA County Library System are also hosting Halloween-themed special events. Check the website for a list of participating branches and all the details.

Related: How to Celebrate Halloween without Trick-or-Treating

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