Halloween weekend is here! From family-friendly tricks and treats to spooks and scares for adults, there is plenty of ghoulish fun. Check out the top events happening this weekend, from October 31 through November 2.
Los Angeles Weekend Events | October 31 – November 2
John Carpenter Live in Concert
When: Until November 1
Where: South Park
What: Director and composer John Carpenter brings his iconic horror soundscapes to life with a Halloween-timed residency at the Belasco in Downtown L.A.—his first live performances since 2018. Known for scoring his own cult classics like The Thing and Escape From New York, Carpenter will perform eerie selections from his Lost Themes albums alongside unforgettable film cues. Expect a synth-heavy, cinematic concert experience that’s equal parts spine-chilling and nostalgic.
Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Downtown Día de los Muertos
When: Until November 2
Where: Downtown LA
What: Gloria Molina Grand Park will once again host its powerful Día de los Muertos celebration with two weeks of community-created and artist-designed altars on display starting October 25. The celebration includes Grand Ave Arts: All Access (Oct 25, 11am–4pm) with mariachi, crafts, and face painting, and closes on November 2 with Noche de los Muertos, featuring Aztec dance, a handmade lantern activity, and a candlelit performance by Latin Grammy nominee Lupita Infante.
Hadestown
When: Until November 2
Where: Hollywood
What: The Tony-winning musical Hadestown is making its way back to Los Angeles with a run at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. Anaïs Mitchell’s stunningly original show reimagines the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice with a transportive score that blends folk, jazz, and blues. Audiences will follow the lovers on their fateful journey to the underworld alongside the powerful gods Hades and Persephone in a production lauded for its visual storytelling, evocative music, and emotional depth.
Westside and Beach Communities Weekend Events | October 31 – November 2
Live Talks Los Angeles
When: Until December 4
Where: Venice
What: L.A.’s star-studded lecture series returns this October with a dynamic mix of in-person and virtual events featuring some of the most fascinating minds in arts, science, and entertainment. Guests can expect captivating talks from notable figures like Werner Herzog, Tim Curry, Judd Apatow, and Marc Maron. Many events offer the option to purchase a signed copy of the speaker’s book, making it a must for curious minds and culture lovers alike.
Dark Harbor
When: Until November 2
Where: Long Beach
What: Step aboard the Queen Mary for Dark Harbor: Summoned by the Seas, a haunted attraction that uses the ship’s own eerie history as its backdrop. Explore new and reimagined mazes in the vessel’s pool, kitchen, and staterooms, all while navigating fog, monsters, and narrow staircases. Between scares, you can sip cocktails in hidden speakeasies, catch live entertainment, or take a spin on the carnival rides.
Black Lagoon
When: Until November 2
Where: Various Westside Locations
What: This horror-themed Halloween cocktail pop-up returns with chilling vibes and crafted cocktails at three L.A. locations: Melrose Umbrella Club (Beverly Grove), The Corner Door (Culver City), and The Ordinarie (Long Beach). Sip spine-tingling drinks like the Corpse Flower and Creature’s Curse amidst goth décor, heavy metal tunes, and the now-iconic 12-foot skeleton. Non-alcoholic options are also available, making this a hauntingly good time for all.
San Fernando Valley Weekend Events | October 31 – November 2
WB Behind the Horror: Tour & Screening
When: Until November 1
Where: Burbank
What: Warner Bros. invites horror fans to explore iconic sets and props during an after-hours studio tour followed by a spooky film screening at the Stephen J. Ross Theater. Catch fan favorites like It, The Conjuring, and their sequels, with themed snacks, drinks, and special guest introductions. Bonus: Check out a free lobby exhibit featuring the original Annabelle doll, costumes from The Nun II, and more.
Haunted Soirée: Vampire
When: Until November 1
Where: Glendale
What: Step into a historic (and haunted) Glendale theater for Haunted Soiree, an adults-only immersive vampire-themed experience filled with spooky performances, mysterious characters, and interactive surprises. Formerly known as House of Spirits, this gothic-glam event lets you roam freely with themed cocktails (sold separately) in hand as you uncover eerie stories and macabre delights. Dress to impress and prepare for a darkly elegant, two-hour supernatural soirée.
Halloween Horror Nights
When: Until November 2, 2025
Where: Universal Studios | Universal City
What: Universal Studios Hollywood kicks off Halloween Horror Nights on September 4, transforming the park into a scream-filled spectacle with themed haunted houses and mazes. Highlights include a Fallout-inspired post-apocalyptic wasteland. You can also see the chilling Jason Universe celebrating 45 years of Friday the 13th. In addition, enter if you dare into the terrifying Five Nights at Freddy’s maze. Plus, the Terror Tram returns with creepy encounters featuring Blumhouse villains like M3GAN.
Conejo Valley Weekend Events | October 31 – November 2
64th Annual Halloween Youth Carnival in Simi Valley
When: October 31
Where: 5005 E Los Angeles Ave | Simi Valley
What: Celebrate Halloween with the whole family at the 64th Annual Youth Halloween Carnival in Simi Valley on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 3–6 PM at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Center. Enjoy inflatables, a trick-or-treat village, hayrides, carnival games, face painting, and more—all geared toward kids ages 2 to 12.
Halloween Carnival in Oak Park
When: October 31
Where: 1000 Kanan Rd, Oak Park
What: Celebrate spooky season at the Rancho Simi Park District’s annual Halloween Carnival on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 3–6PM at the Oak Park Community Center. Designed for kids 12 and under, the event features inflatables, game booths, face painting, a balloon artist, food, and more. Advance tickets are $5 for children ages 2–12; day-of tickets are $10, with pre-registration open October 1–30.
Fall Harvest Festival at Underwood Farms
When: Until October 31
Where: 3370 Sunset Valley Rd | Moorpark
What: Celebrate the season at Underwood’s 28th Annual Fall Harvest Festival, featuring a massive pumpkin patch, live entertainment, games, rides, themed weekends, and tons of photo ops. Your admission includes access to attractions like wagon rides, a corn maze, a pumpkin house, live music, and more. Weekday tickets are $16 at the gate; weekend tickets range from $25–$36 and must be purchased online.