October has come to an end but there is still some spooky fun to be had. Enjoy the last weeks of fall with this weeks round up of things to do! From haunts to galas, concerts and more, there are plenty of happenings November 1 through November 3.
Los Angeles Weekend Events | November 1 – November 3
Two Faced Ceramics classes at Hotel Figueroa
When: Until November 16
Where: Hotel Figueroa | DTLA
What: Two Faced Ceramics is bringing its home studio poolside to DTLA’s Hotel Figueroa for a series of beginner-friendly classes. For $75, each session includes all materials and equipment, plus mimosas and a hotel tote bag. Every class explores a unique theme, with this weekend’s session focusing on an election-inspired design.
Color in Motion: Chromatic Explorations of Cinema
When: October 6 – July 13, 2024
Where: Academy Museum | Museum Row
What: “Color in Motion” showcases nearly 150 objects, including technology, costumes, props, and film posters, spanning from the 1890s to the present. Divided into six thematic sections, the exhibition explores the relationship between color, music, and movement, as seen in early dance performances and animated shorts. It delves into the evolution of color technologies, from Technicolor and Disney’s women-led Ink & Paint Department to modern digital techniques. The exhibition also highlights monochrome silent films, the narrative significance of color, and experimental art. The final gallery, the Color Arcade, is an interactive, neon-lit space featuring a corridor inspired by the stargate sequence from 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Downtown Día de los Muertos
When: October 19 – November 2
Where: DTLA
What: Grand Park’s two-week display of 20 altars, created by local artists and community organizations, kicks off with Grand Ave Arts: All Access. For the first time, the opening festivities will span two days, starting on October 19 with face painting, live music, and poetry, followed by a festival and inaugural parade on October 20. The celebration concludes with an outdoor film screening on November 2, presented by the GuadaLAjara Film Festival.
Westside and Beach Communites Weekend Events | November 1 – November 3
Maggie Rogers
When: November 2
Where: Forum | Inglewood
What: The YouTube sensation has officially transformed into a pop star, shifting from gentle folk tunes to rich, soulful dance pop. Catch her headlining the Forum for two unforgettable nights.
Diane von Furstenberg: Woman Before Fashion
When: October 17 – August 2025
Where: The Skirball Museum | Westside
What: Explore over 50 garments from Diane von Furstenberg, including her iconic wrap dress, in this career-spanning exhibition at the Skirball. The show also highlights her philanthropic work and the impact of her upbringing as the daughter of a Holocaust survivor, alongside artwork and fabric swatches.
Cirque du Soleil: Kooza
When: October 19 – December 1
Where: Downtown Santa Monica
What: Cirque du Soleil brings its high-flying show KOOZA to the beach, leaving DTLA for Santa Monica. This marks the troupe’s first performance under the big top by the Santa Monica Pier since 2014.
San Fernando Valley Weekend Events | November 1 – November 3
Blended Worlds: Experiments In Interplanetary Imagination
When: Until January 4, 2025
Where: Glendale
What: In this collaborative exhibition in Glendale, artists and JPL scientists unite as 11 creatives across various mediums showcase their interpretations of how nature and the night sky spark wonder within us.
House of Spirits: A Haunted Cocktail Soirée
When: Until November 2
Where: Glendale
What: Step into a Glendale theater (324 N Orange St, Glendale) for a supernatural soirée filled with magic, hauntings, and mystery that will send shivers down your spine. House of Spirits offers a two-hour immersive experience where you can explore eerie performances and macabre pop-ups, all while sipping on themed drinks. Each ticket includes four mini cocktails to accompany your chilling adventure.
Halloween Horror Nights
When: Until November 3
Where: Universal Studios | Universal City
What: Spooky season is creeping up, and the first sign is here: haunted houses have begun to take over Universal Studios. The theme park’s Halloween Horror Nights, just outside of Hollywood, features terrifying experiences inspired by A Quiet Place, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Insidious, and The Purge, along with a chilling maze created by The Weeknd.
Conejo Valley Weekend Events | November 1 – November 3
Nights of the Jack
When: September 27 – November 2
Where: Santa Monica Mountains
What: Stroll through the picturesque King Gillette Ranch as it transforms into a glowing wonderland, with thousands of hand-carved jack-o’-lanterns lighting up the Santa Monica Mountains hideaway. This year, Nights of the Jack features a mile-long walking trail, complete with food trucks and a festive “Spookeasy” to enhance the experience.
Bags, Bling & Bubbly Champagne Luncheon Fundraiser
When: November 2
Where: Las Posas Country Club in Camarillo
What: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) is hosting its Annual Bags, Bling & Bubbly champagne luncheon at Las Posas Country Club in Camarillo on November 4, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Early bird tickets are available for $100 until September 1 at bbsvc.org/bubbly. For over 45 years, BBSVC has supported local youth through mentoring, relying on private donors for 75% of its funding.
Simi Valley SnowFest
When: November 3
Where: Rancho Madera Community Park, 556 Lake Park Dr. Simi Valley
What: Join Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District for its annual SnowFest on Sunday, November 3, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Rancho Madera Community Park in Simi Valley. The event features sledding, snow lots, kids’ activities, a vendor expo, and food stalls. Admission is free for the snow lot, with $10 all-day wristbands available for snow slides and kids’ attractions.