Get ready for a thrilling October! From eerie movie nights and spooky events to family-friendly gatherings and beyond, we’ve got your schedule packed with excitement. Dive into our weekly selection of local happenings from October 20 to October 22.
Los Angeles Weekend Events | October 20 – October 22
Cinespia Cemetery Screenings
When: Until October 31
Where: Hollywood Forever Cemetery
What: The renowned cemetery screening series in Los Angeles concludes its season with a lineup of eerie selections. This includes a screening of “Halloween” on October 14 and “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” on October 21 at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Additionally, there will be an off-site showing of “The Ring” on October 20 at L.A. State Historic Park.
Dine L.A.
When: October 6 – October 20
Where: Various Locations
What: Spend your Friday dining in style for the final day of Dine L.A.! The bi-annual two-week dining event returned for its autumn edition and it has not disappointed. You can enjoy prix fixe menus at numerous restaurants, with options for both takeout and dine-in, starting as low as $15 for lunch and $25 for dinner.
CicLAvia: Heart of L.A.
When: Until December 3
Where: Downtown LA
What: CicLAvia’s upcoming ride on October 15 promises to be one of its most remarkable events to date. This bike-friendly gathering will transform nearly eight miles of city streets into car-free zones. The route will encompass iconic areas such as Figueroa and Broadway in downtown Los Angeles, Chinatown, 1st and Central in Little Tokyo within the Arts District, and extend across the 6th Street Bridge towards 1st Street in Boyle Heights.
Westside and Beach Communities Weekend Events | October 20 – October 22
Beverly Hills Art Show
When: October 21 – October 22
Where: Beverly Gardens Park
What: Since 1973, artists have gathered at Beverly Gardens Park every spring and fall to display their creations at what was once known as the Affaire in the Gardens festival. This year, the event will spotlight 230 artists presenting a diverse range of art forms, including paintings, sculptures, watercolors, photography, and more. Spanning four blocks along the picturesque Santa Monica Boulevard, between Rodeo and Rexford Drive, the festival promises to offer something for everyone. Attendees can enjoy free children’s activities, indulge in delicious food from food trucks, and savor beverages in the beer and wine gardens while enjoying live music performances.
Made in L.A.
When: September 30 – December 31
Where: Westwood
What: The Hammer Museum’s impressive series of biennial exhibitions continually raises the bar by shining a spotlight on emerging and often overlooked Los Angeles artists, and the sixth installment appears to be no different. Titled “Acts of Living,” this year’s exhibition centers around the idea that art is an integral part of our everyday lives. It presents a diverse collection of works, blending new commissions with historical pieces from 39 talented and prolific artists such as Marcel Alcalá, Sula Bermúdez-Silverman, Jibz Cameron, and many more.
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 Los Angeles Weekend Events | October 20 – October 22
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.
CicLAmini: North Hollywood
When: September 17 – December 3
Where: North Hollywood
What: Cycle through a mile of Lankershim Boulevard during this compact version of the vehicle-free, bicycle-centric festival.
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 Los Angeles Weekend Events | October 20 – October 22
Halloween Haunted Trail, Costume Contest, and Trick-or-Treat Street
When: October 21
Where: 2525 N. Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oak
What: Head to Thousand Oaks this Saturday for a Halloween event designed for young children by the Conejo Recreation & Park District. Enjoy the Haunted Trail, costume contest (starting at 6:00 PM), Trick-or-Treat Street (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM), and a captivating live reptile show at 7:00 PM. Tickets for the Haunted Trail are $5 per person (ages 2+), available online at crpd.org, with a standby line for $5 (cash only). Don’t miss the fun – buy your tickets early!
Nights of the Jack
When: September 29 – October 31
Where: Santa Monica Mountains
What: Stroll through the picturesque King Gillette Ranch 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.
Wacom is expanding its affordable Wacom One drawing tablet line with four new additions, targeting students, educators, and drawing beginners. The line includes the Wacom One 12 and 13 touch pen display tablets, priced at $399.99 and $599.99 respectively, boasting screens of 11.6-inch and 13.3-inch. On the other hand, the Wacom One S and M, priced at $99.99 and $149.99, are traditional pen tablets without displays but feature 4K pressure sensitivity. Highlighting sustainability, Wacom states these are their most eco-friendly products yet, with 30-65% post-consumer recycled plastics and a reduced reliance on petroleum-based materials. Additionally, they offer “eStore” versions, allowing customers with existing compatible accessories to minimize e-waste.
