Halloween is coming and it’s time to scare up a little fun in Los Angeles, California. When October rolls around the city embraces the Halloween spirit with all kinds of spooktacular events and happenings. You can visit haunted houses, experience family-friendly events, trick-or-treat at various locations, or relax on the water with City Cruises to soak in the season. It’s frightening how many options you have to choose from in Southern California this autumn to have a ghoulishly good time. We’ve rounded up some of the best things to do this Halloween in LA where all the tricks and treats are happening.
Feel the Magic in Marina del Rey
Spend some time this Halloween season in the beautiful seaside community of Marina del Rey. Known for its pristine harbor and marvelous sunsets, this boater’s paradise offers family-friendly Halloween events for the entire family and some bone-chilling fun for adults as night falls too.
Marina Spooktacular
Marina Spooktacular is a fun, family-friendly Halloween party on the harbor. Everyone will have a great time during this free, two-day October 26-27 festival. There will be a blackout maze, a graveyard treasure hunt, a haunted pirate ship, arts and crafts, food trucks, and a DJ for you and your little boos. As darkness descends the frights intensify in Burton Chace Park. Remember your costume and camera and be prepared for the scare!
Marina Movie Night
A good time is brewing at Burton Chace Park as Hocus Pocus is featured at 8 pm on October 26th for a fun family movie night.
What’s Lurking in Long Beach
Long Beach is a coastal city located in southeastern Los Angeles County; California known for its waterfront attractions as well as home to one of the largest universities within the city. When Halloween rolls around, this town knows how to do it right. There are crazy parties and events throughout the city for an eerily unforgettable experience.
The 4th Annual Hootenanny
Returning for its 4th year on Saturday, October 12th, the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) will host its annual Hootenanny for a howling good time with indoor and outdoor activities. Get ready for Halloween-themed craft beer, cider, and wine while perusing the “Macabre Marketplace” featuring over 15 creepy arts and collectible vendors. Live performances along with a Live DJ will get you in the spirit. Food vendors will share their creations at this event you don’t want to miss.
Fall Fest
Grab your goblins and get out to The Pike Outlets Main Plaza on October 29th for a little free fun! There will be Halloween Character meet and greets, balloon and caricature artists, musical performances, and kids’ crafts to enjoy. Put on your costume and prepare for center-wide trick or treating if you dare.
No Nightmares in Newport Beach
With 384 years of history, it’s no surprise that Newport Beach is home to its share of eerie sights and spine-tingling folklore. Each October, the city comes alive with haunted happenings and family-friendly fun to thrill your whole gang.
Midnight in the Garden Act II
The spooky season has arrived, and Stoneacre Garden is prepared to deliver fright. Imagine a killer Halloween party featuring costume contests, themed “boos” and cocktails that will have you dancing your head off!
Cars + Coffee: Trunk or Treat
A little something for the kids and a little something for mom and dad will be underway at Fort Adams State Park on Sunday, October 27th. Don your favorite costumes and browse some really cool cars from Audrain Auto Museum, grab a cup of joe, and let the kids run off some of the sugar as you enjoy the weather.
Haunted Harbor Happenings and Boo-tiful Nights with City Cruises
As temperatures cool and the air is a little crisper, Los Angeles offers fun and festive fall vibes- all with some California sunshine. LA transforms with pumpkin everything, outdoor movies, spooky attractions, and more. When exploring festive neighborhoods or enjoying seasonal treats for a little “fall fun”, SoCal and City Cruises know how to do it with a twist. Treat your crew to an unforgettable experience this autumn aboard one of our exciting dining cruises, where you can savor seasonal dishes while soaking in the beauty of this time of year from the water. With dining adventures in Marina del Rey, Long Beach, and Newport Beach, we invite you to relax, unwind, and take in the scenery with brunch, lunch, dinner, and sightseeing options that will haunt you with amazing memories as you revel in the Halloween season.