Halloween is creeping just around the corner. And Los Angeles is resurrecting your most beloved spooky traditions, which are bound to have the entire city brimming with gourds, ghouls, and the spirit of the season.
Fill your spooky antics with delightful frights and familiar creeps with our list of haunting happenings across the city. From spine-chilling haunted houses to family-friendly festivals, here are the most thrilling Halloween events in Los Angeles to stack your October calendar!
The uniquely beautiful Candlelight series takes on a new tone every October with a thrilling lineup of Halloween-themed concerts. The stunning candlelit setting is a perfect environment to enjoy live renditions of haunting melodies, from Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” to “Time Warp” from The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
Two nights of immersive Halloween production and electronic music at the NOS Events Center. If you’re looking to close out October with a full-scale festival, Insomniac’s Escape Psycho Circus returns to the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino for two nights on October 30–31, 2026, featuring 80+ artists across five or more stages, including Zedd, Steve Aoki, and Excision.
If you want a Halloween-season plan that leans more magical than macabre, add Bubble Planet to your list. This immersive experience transports you into a playful sensory universe—now offering a new Fun Pass for unlimited access—where you can explore over 10 themed rooms filled with oversized bubbles, VR technology, and fantastical landscapes designed to ignite all your senses.
It’s a unique attraction in Los Angeles that promises an unforgettable journey for all ages, challenging imaginations and unleashing the child within. Discover a sensory universe where you can interact with bubbles like never before.
An intimate, bone-chilling haunted stage experience that blurs the line between theatre and the supernatural.
If you’re looking to swap typical Halloween thrills for something more atmospheric, The Eaves is an original, immersive horror play written and directed by Justin Meyer, staging a haunting tale of grief and a sinister entity at The Nocturne Theatre in Glendale.
Step inside six chilling galleries — from Gothic crypts to The Blood Room — celebrating horror’s cultural impact. If you want a Halloween plan that’s equal parts creepy and cinematic, The Horror Show opens September 26, 2026 at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and runs through July 25, 2027, transforming the museum’s fourth-floor gallery into an immersive exploration of more than a century of horror cinema across six themed galleries.
A three-day monster-packed convention with stars, SFX demos, panels and free screenings. If you’d rather celebrate Halloween by going all-in on practical effects and creature features, Son of Monsterpalooza returns to the Marriott Burbank Convention Center & Hotel for a three-day horror convention featuring more than 150 exhibitors, celebrity guests, live makeup demonstrations, panels, screenings and collectible vendors.
If you’re looking to add something a little different to your Halloween lineup, head to The Haunted Carwash for a scare-filled spin on a classic car wash experience. A special perk for Secret Club members – The Haunted Carwash is giving away free tickets for a few lucky members!
Halloween Horror Nights returns Sept 3 with new haunted houses and a lights-on Unmasking the Horror tour. If you’re looking for one of LA’s biggest, most scream-worthy Halloween traditions, Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights opens Thursday, September 3, 2026 and runs select nights through November 1, 2026, featuring new original houses (including KILLceañera with music by SLASH), returning favorites like Stranger Things and Killer Klowns, plus a new daytime “Unmasking the Horror” behind-the-scenes tour add-on.
If you’re looking to lean into October’s fall vibes with the whole crew, add Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch to your Halloween season lineup. This beloved family event features a wide array of pumpkins, games, and activities for kids, including inflatable slides and a straw maze, all within a vibrant autumn atmosphere. Don’t miss out—a visit to Mr. Bones promises fun for the entire family!
Step up your Halloween with Six Flags Fright Fest
Six Flags Fright Fest is going all out with the help of two powerful horror franchises: The Conjuring Universe and Trick ‘r Treat. Round up your bravest friends and see these on-screen favorites brought to life.
For a classic Halloween-season outing on iconic Hollywood Boulevard, head to one of Los Angeles’ most recognizable attractions: the Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center. Strike a pose alongside incredibly lifelike wax figures of your favorite actors, musicians, athletes, and pop culture icons, then keep the fun going with the attraction’s other immersive experiences. Your admission also includes access to family-friendly adventures like the challenging Mirror Maze, the action-packed 5D ride, and the eerie zombie-themed walkthrough.
What’s a spooky season without cinema? Los Angeles is full of horror movie screenings all around town this Halloween, and there’s something for every level of cinema seekers.
Thanks to all the resources of the local film industry, Los Angeles presents some of the country’s best-produced haunted houses every single year. From Universal Studios’ famous Halloween Horror Nights to the beloved Knott’s Scary Farm, there are several Halloween attractions around town that will scare the wits out of you.
Step into the courtroom in The Jury Experience: Death on the Port Side, a chilling true-story drama. Greed, passion, and revenge collide as you sift through witness testimonies, examine evidence, and unravel a twisted murder case. Every choice matters, your verdict could seal the accused’s fate…
The creative minds of Los Angeles are on full display during Halloween with some of the most impressive spooky backyard creations in the country. Drive out to see these over-the-top decorations and homemade haunted houses dotted around Torrance, Burbank, Angeleno Heights, and more neighborhoods.
No boring costumes here — we’ve rounded up some of the best vintage shops and costume shops around L.A. to help you dress to the nines this year. From unique props at the dependable Hollywood Toys & Costumes, to affordable era-specific outfits at Sunday’s Best Vintage, you won’t be able to stop having ideas.
Take a creepy walk through the Natural History Museum’s Spider Pavilion
Arachnophobes, heads up! L.A.’s Natural History Museum is bringing back the popular spider pavilion just in time for Halloween this year. Walk through an enclosed space covered in magnificent spiders and enormous webs, some of which are up to 10 feet wide. There’s also a section of habitats where you can get a close look at tarantulas, jumping spiders, and even Huntsmans. The Spider Pavilion costs $10 per person on top of general admission.
Los Angeles is haunted this Halloween! Grab your friends and become ghosthunters, tracking wandering spirits across the city with just your phone and a supernatural detector. Solve spooky puzzles, uncover ghostly stories, and stop the one with a dark plan, an adventure full of teamwork, laughs, and real-world thrills!
Wear your best costume to the WeHo Costume Carnaval
WeHo Costume Carnaval, one of L.A.’s most beloved Halloween events is back to take over WeHo, as it has since 1987. Thousands of costumed partygoers will descend on Santa Monica Boulevard to enjoy live DJ sets, food trucks, and celebrations at participating businesses. Keep in mind that there’s no alcohol or public drinking allowed, and you’ll need to use a clear plastic bag rather than backpacks or totes.
Attend the LA Philharmonic’s presentation of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
This year, Walt Disney Concert Hall’s annual Halloween concert presents a chilling live viewing of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Silent film specialist Clark Wilson will play the film’s unmistakable soundtrack live on organ.
From urban legends to historical tragedies and true crime, Los Angeles is the epicenter of some of the most chilling stories you’ll encounter. These ghost tours let you embark on a journey through time and into the afterlife. If you’re feeling brave, you might even make contact with a paranormal entity!
When it comes to Halloween, some of us just really want to experience all things that are frightening and spooky. If you’re one to feel extra daring this season, then we have got your curiosities covered. From haunted bars and restaurants to movie theaters and hotels, here are some fascinating haunted businesses you can visit right now in Los Angeles.
Get spooked on a haunted hayride
The Los Angeles Haunted Hayride in Griffith Park, near the Old Zoo, brings the spooky town of Midnight Falls to life, where Halloween never ends. Visitors can explore haunted attractions like the Scary-Go-Round and psychic readings, but the main draw is the haunted hayride through the eerie woods.
All witches, warlocks, & otherworldly beings will feel right at home at The Obscure. Shrouded in fantastical mystery and full of immersive storytelling, it is the first cocktail bar in California to be run by a distillery. So don your blackest cape and checkout The Obscure, which Cigar & Spirits called “a realm of fantastical decor and storytelling that would go way beyond the word ‘bar.’
Hotels, businesses, theaters, and cemeteries… Los Angeles has a rich history full of iconic, ghostly spots to explore if you’re up for a good scare. From urban legends of spectral apparitions and sinister shadows to whispers in the dead of night, the city has plenty of haunted tales waiting to be discovered.
Start spooky season right by sipping a delicious bourbon, rye whiskey, or gin at L.A.’s very first official distillery, Hollywood Distillery! Housed in a former mortuary just across from the iconic Hollywood Forever Cemetery, the distillery offers a unique blend of local heritage, artisanal craftsmanship, and Hollywood’s signature flair. Sip on spirits while keep an eye out for famous Hollywood spirits!
Get scared at California’s oldest and spookiest Halloween parade
The famous Anaheim Fall Festival and Halloween Parade is one of the oldest in the country and the oldest in all of California. The Anaheim Fall Festival began in 1923 as a community effort to curb Halloween mischief. This year, the festival is celebrating 102 years of history, at the Center Greens right in downtown Anaheim, with free admission.
If you’re looking for a safe, family-focused Halloween evening in DTLA, this kid-friendly festival delivers candy, live entertainment, and a complimentary meal for kids. The 19th Annual DTLA Halloween Festival for Kids returns to Grand Hope Park on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. The family-friendly event features a trick-or-treat trail, live shows, arts and crafts, carnival games, character meet-and-greets, and a complimentary meal included with ticket.
Step into seven vivid neon worlds and play, touch, and photograph your way through an immersive light experience. For a visually striking Halloween-season outing in Los Angeles, NEONIKA is a multi-sensory light and color exhibition in Downtown Los Angeles’ Arts District featuring seven interactive neon worlds where visitors can touch, play, and photograph immersive installations across over 50 curated backdrops.
California’s largest Halloween street party returns — expect big crowds and major street closures along Santa Monica Boulevard. If you’re heading to (or anywhere near) West Hollywood on Halloween night, keep this on your radar: West Hollywood’s Halloween Carnaval takes over a one-mile stretch of Santa Monica Boulevard with free admission, live DJs, food trucks, and huge crowds. The main celebration runs Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with extensive street and parking closures throughout the day.
Inspired by Poe’s haunting literary masterpieces, Poe-Etique transports you to the 17th century, inside Raven’s Manor — a sanctuary from a plague-ravaged world. Room by room,
you’ll venture into a world of rituals and dark obsession, experiencing history as it unfolded… with a touch of eerie drama. Will you survive the Red Death or become part of the infection?
A hilariously chaotic retelling of Dracula’s story lands in L.A. for the spooky season, with a very simple concept: an actor downs five whiskey shots prior to recounting the tale of Transylvania’s thirstiest vampire. During the 90-minute show, you’ll be served craft cocktails directly to your seat for an interactive comedy that promises “thrills, laughter, and a wickedly good time.”
Coming from the same producers as The Empire Strips Back, this parody reinvents horror… with a burlesque twist. Meet the deliciously dangerous Scream Queens as they take you on an adult-only retelling of your beloved horror movies. Deemed a “burlesque bloodbath,” it’s a wickedly entertaining trip you don’t want to miss this spooky season.
If you’re up for a classic neighborhood Halloween experience, Alegria Ave in Sierra Madre pulls out all the stops, bringing out thousands of trick-or-treaters who come for the decades-long tradition. The residential area feels straight out of a movie, with quintessential Halloween decor and a special dose of Americana.
Written by Sophie Len, Jamie Ferrell, Sofía Delpueche, Sarah Nash and Marie Angèle Zoungrana.
