Get ready for all that Halloweekend has in store as we take you on a thrilling journey through the bewitching heart of Los Angeles. The city of angels is gearing up for a spine-chilling weekend packed with ghoulishly delightful events. From haunted houses to family-friendly festivals, eerie night tours to costume extravaganzas, and more. Whether you’re a fearless thrill-seeker or a pumpkin-spice aficionado, there’s something for everyone in this metropolis of macabre merriment. So, grab your broomsticks and jack-o’-lanterns, as we guide you through the top Halloween happenings across the City of Angels this weekend!
Los Angeles Weekend Events | Halloweekend Edition
Día de los Muertos at Hollywood Forever
When: October 28
Where: Hollywood Forever Cemetary
What: Hollywood Forever Cemetery proudly boasts the title of California’s grandest Day of the Dead celebration, and there’s no reason to question it. The cemetery’s landscape is adorned with altars, adorned in dance rituals, alive with musical performances, buzzing with arts and crafts projects, and bustling with food vendors, not to mention the vibrant crowds that gather. This year’s festivities are once more divided into two ticketed events: a daytime session and an evening one.
Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Live with Danny Elfman
When: October 27 – 29
Where: Hollywood Bowl
What: Witness Danny Elfman’s return to the character of Jack Skellington as he takes the stage for a live performance and screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas. This unique concert-and-movie experience promises an exciting costume contest, delightful trick-or-treating, and a roster of esteemed special guests. Look forward to appearances by Halsey on Friday and Saturday, Catherine O’Hara on Sunday, and the talents of Ken Page throughout the weekend, along with Riki Lindhome on Friday and Saturday and Fred Armisen all weekend long.
Haunted Little Tokyo
When: Until October 28
Where: Little Tokyo
What: Annually, Haunted Little Tokyo magically transforms the neighborhood into a spooky labyrinth filled with Halloween-themed pop-up attractions, guided walking tours, and captivating performances. In this year’s edition, you have the opportunity to join a thrilling scavenger hunt scheduled for October 28th from 1 pm to 5 pm, and later, you can dance the night away at an exhilarating block party on October 28th from 1 pm to 5 pm.
Westside and Beach Communities Weekend Events | Halloweekend Edition
MOLAA’s Day of the Dead
When: October 29
Where: Long Beach
What: The Museum of Latin American Art in Long Beach is commemorating Day of the Dead with an afternoon filled with delectable food, enchanting music, and a plethora of festive elements. Tied to the museum’s upcoming exhibition exploring the intricacies of Mexican cuisine, this year’s “Heco con Amor” celebration features more than thirty vendors, nine diverse food stations, delectable sweets, a selection of beer and wine, along with entertaining activities like face painting, a sugar skull workshop, printmaking, and tattoo artistry.
Howl-O-Ween at PetSpace
When: October 28
Where: Playa Vista
What: Select and adorn a “pup-kin,” indulge in delectable treats suitable for both humans and furry companions, and brave a spine-tingling maze featuring a truly frightening mailman at this Halloween event where costumes are encouraged, and dogs are welcome. Join the fun at the Wallis Annenberg PetSpace in Playa Vista.
Oogie Boogie Bash
When: Until October 31
Where: Anaheim
What: Look who’s back! The “Nightmare Before Christmas” infamous bug-filled sack is reprising its role for the Oogie Boogie Bash at Disneyland. Join this exclusive after-hours event with special tickets at Disney California Adventure Park this Halloween season.
San Fernando Valley Weekend Events | Halloweekend Edition
Octoberfest Encino Village Block Party
When: October 29
Where: Encino
What: Trick-or-Treat and enjoy family-friendly frights and thrills at this year’s Octoberfest Block Party. There will be face painting, pie eating contest, and so much more!
Halloween Horror Nights
When: September 7 – October 31
Where: Universal Studios
What: Spooky season is creeping in, whether we’re ready for it or not. The most evident indicator? Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights has arrived, featuring haunted houses inspired by titles like The Last of Us, Stranger Things, Evil Dead Rise, The Purge, The Exorcist: Believer, and beyond.
Urban Death
When: Until October 31
Where: North Hollywood
What: Zombie Joe’s Underground Theatre Group hosts a chilling series of vignettes. Armed with a shoddy flashlight to illuminate their path, guests navigate a labyrinth of terror before enduring a series of shocking scenes (over the course of roughly 35 minutes) that will unsettle even the most stoic of horror fans.
Conejo Valley Weekend Events | Halloweekend Edition
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Nights of the Jack
When: September 29 – October 31
Where: Santa Monica Mountains
What: Stroll through the picturesque King Gillette Ranch this Halloweekend, as this hidden gem in the Santa Monica Mountains comes alive with the warm glow of thousands of intricately hand-carved jack-o’-lanterns. Nights of the Jack is back for another year, offering a one-mile walking trail experience, complete with delicious food trucks and a “Spookeasy” for added excitement. In 2023, Nights of the Jack has introduced new features to enhance the experience, including an augmented reality scavenger hunt along the trail, a captivating Día de Los Muertos display, stunning lantern art, and a special section known as “the Enchanted Forest.”
Reign of Terror Haunted House
When: September 29 – November 4
Where: Janss Marketplace
What: Janss Marketplace has revealed the dates and ticket sales launch for the 17-night Reign of Terror Haunted House, a highly acclaimed immersive haunt experience in the U.S. Celebrating its 24th season, Reign of Terror opens its doors on September 24th at Janss Marketplace in Thousand Oaks, offering 138 unique rooms and 10 interconnected, spine-chilling attractions, spanning over 28,000 sq ft of floor space, all revamped and improved for 2023.