Ah, it’s finally the weekend! With so many epic activities happening across Los Angeles, narrowing down your plans can be harder than you’d think. From can’t-miss concerts and outdoor movie nights to food festivals, immersive experiences, beachside events, and family-friendly adventures, there’s no shortage of ways to make the most of your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Whether you’re looking to check out a brand-new pop-up, spend the day exploring a museum, catch live music under the stars, or simply soak up the Southern California sunshine, Los Angeles has something for every kind of adventurous spirit. And as we head into the fall season, this weekend is packed with events, late-night happenings, and plenty of opportunities to get outside and experience the city.
To help you skip the endless scrolling and start making concrete plans, we’ve rounded up the very best things to do in Los Angeles this Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2026. No matter your budget or interests, you’ll find plenty of exciting events worth adding to your calendar.
These are the best things to do in Los Angeles this weekend! 👇
With contributions by Sofía Delpueche, Jamie Ferrell, and Cat Huynh.
If you’re looking to lean into the holiday spirit during Oct. 30–Nov. 1, fill your spooky antics with delightful frights and familiar creeps with our list of haunting happenings across the city. From dark soirees to family-friendly events, here are all the thrilling events to fill your Halloween calendar with here!
As the weekend rolls into the start of a new month, it’s the perfect time to celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), which is traditionally observed on November 1st and 2nd. We’re looking forward to some beautiful events in the first week of the month.
There’s a special perk for Secret Club members – get 40% off the The Empire Strips Back! Grab up to 5 tickets per purchase.
See Esperanza — a striking purple Victorian — at its Halloween weekend open house. For a uniquely L.A. Halloween weekend outing, stop by Esperanza, a lavender Queen Anne–style Victorian built in 1888 in Eagle Rock. The historic purple house opens for an open house on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 1–4 p.m.
An intimate, bone-chilling horror play that blurs the boundaries between live theatre and the supernatural.
For a darkly immersive night out, The Eaves brings an original story of grief and a sinister entity to life at The Nocturne Theatre in Glendale. Written and directed by Justin Meyer, this atmospheric production delivers an unsettling theatrical experience.
Catch Mars and Jupiter lined up with the Beehive cluster and Regulus before sunrise on October 26. If you’re up early, look to the eastern pre-dawn sky over Los Angeles on October 26, 2026, when Mars and Jupiter will form a striking lineup, joined by the Beehive cluster and the bright star Regulus. The planets are visible to the naked eye; aim to view between about 5:30 and 6:15 a.m. local time for the best sighting.
If you’re looking for a spooky thrill in L.A. this weekend, here’s a special perk for Secret Club members: The Haunted Carwash is giving away free tickets for a few lucky members!
Secret Club members get $10 off tickets to Freaks & Horrors: A Halloween Cabaret & Cocktail Experience, with up to 5 tickets per purchase.
A special perk for Secret Club members – Pay only $8 for a specialty drink and pastry at Couplet Hollywood + West Hollywood.
Experience a Candlelight Concert at an intimate and unique L.A. venue. These dreamy Candlelight concert series is ever-evolving, while showcasing some of our city’s most talented local musicians.
This season, catch incredible performances happening at stunning locations around the city, filled with romantic candlelight. From Frank Sinatra to Hans Zimmer, you’ll get to listen to top talent performing curated pieces across a range of genres.
Kristen Bell names Firefly on Ventura Boulevard as her romantic and longtime go-to. If you’re looking for a delicious weekend meal out, actress Kristen Bell shared her top Los Angeles restaurant picks, including sentimental favorite Firefly on Ventura Boulevard, family-friendly Salazar, and the dependable Clark Street Diner known for drag queen bingo.
Step back in time on Los Rios Street—one of California’s oldest residential neighborhoods, full of adobe homes, gardens, and charming cafés. If you’re up for a quick weekend escape from L.A., Los Rios Street is a picturesque, protected historic neighborhood in San Juan Capistrano dating back to the late 1700s, filled with original adobe cottages, gardens, and cozy cafés. The San Juan Capistrano Historical Society runs guided 45-minute walking tours every Saturday at 1 p.m.
Ready to lean into October’s fall vibes? Bring the whole crew to this beloved family event, where you’ll find a wide array of pumpkins, plus games and activities for kids—including inflatable slides and a straw maze—all set within a vibrant autumn atmosphere. Don’t miss out—a visit to Mr. Bones promises fun for the entire family!
Rub shoulders with A-list wax celebrities on iconic Hollywood Boulevard at one of Los Angeles’ most recognizable attractions. If you’re looking for fun things to do in Los Angeles this weekend, the Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center is a fun stop for visitors of all ages.
Strike a pose alongside incredibly lifelike wax figures of your favorite actors, musicians, athletes, and pop culture icons before exploring 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. Whether you’re visiting the city for the first time or rediscovering Hollywood as a local, it’s an entertaining way to spend a few hours in the heart of the Walk of Fame.
Step inside six chilling galleries — from Gothic crypts to The Blood Room — celebrating horror’s cultural impact. If you’re craving something eerie, 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.
Step into the world of Superman and his loyal companion, Krypto, during an action-packed interactive adventure the whole family can enjoy. One of the best things to do in Los Angeles this weekend, Superman Experience: Defenders Unite, is now open at Warner Bros. Studio in Burbank, blending cutting-edge technology with immersive storytelling to bring the iconic superhero to life.
Guests will navigate a series of challenges using motion detection, 3D visuals, physical props, hands-on puzzles, and lifelike audio-animatronics. As one of L.A.’s newest attractions, it’s a must-visit for superhero enthusiasts of all ages.
Sample four autumn-inspired iced coffees in one Fall Mini Flight. For a seasonal caffeine fix this weekend in L.A., Iced Above (with two L.A. County locations) is serving Fall Mini Flights — four bite-sized iced coffees featuring pumpkin, toasted marshmallow, Biscoff-style cookie butter, and mazapan flavors — plus a Pumpkin Spice Dirty Soda. The flights are available this fall at the Uptown Whittier location.
The Autry Museum of the American West is a goldmine of information and insight into everything associated with the American West. Boasting over 600,000 cultural and artistic items, Autry beautifully connects ancient times with the present. It is also home to one of the biggest and most important Native American collections in the country. Welcome the Cowboy Action!
Sometimes (ok, a lot of the time…) you just need to sit in a dark theater and chow down on popcorn. There are also a few buzzy releases out right now that make it an especially good time to go. Find tickets for your next film date here, and while you’re at it, be sure to follow @secret.filmclub on Instagram for all your TV & film news!
Los Angeles is one of the best cities in the world to catch live music, with major artists, rising stars, and legendary performers taking the stage nearly every night of the week. From massive stadium tours and arena shows to intimate theater performances and outdoor summer concerts, there’s always something worth adding to your calendar. Check out our running list to see who’s playing in L.A. this week and start planning your next concert night.
There’s something grounding about wandering through a bookstore in L.A. with a caffeinated beverage in your hand. Whether you’re browsing through the stacks at Book Soup in West Hollywood or Vroman’s in Pasadena, our guide to the Best Bookstores In Los Angeles That Every Bookworm Needs To Visit has something for every kind of reader. Slow down, and get cozy!
Get your photo taken like it’s 1999! On a stretch of Beverly Boulevard that’s constantly evolving, one studio has remained beautifully frozen in time. Step inside Tom’s One Hour Photo Studio & Lab, and you’re instantly transported back to 1999. Take a photo with Tom and be a part of Hollywood history!
Sometimes we need to slow things down a bit. For more low-key ideas, from a lowkey hike to cozy indoor escapes, like grabbing a cup of tea with friends at Tea at Shiloh or booking a breathwork session, check out 16 Ways And Places To Unwind In Los Angeles, our guide to some of the city’s best ways to reset.
Did you know that LA County is home to more than 800 museums? Whether you’re looking to escape the summer heat, dodge a rare gloomy day, or simply spend an afternoon immersed in art, film, science, or history, L.A.’s world-class museums have something for every interest. There’s always something new to discover.
Looking for a guaranteed laugh between all the sunny July happenings around the city? Los Angeles has never had a shortage of places to make you laugh, and this weekend is no exception. Whether you land at a legendary Sunset Strip institution or a tiny lowkey club (trust us, some of the best shows happen there), there’s a lineup worth catching any night of the week. Our guide to the best comedy clubs in the city is a good place to start.
A chef-favorite, year-round market offering California’s best seasonal produce and free entry. For a classic weekend-in-L.A. outing, head to the long-running Santa Monica Downtown Farmers Market (est. 1981), where chefs and locals browse peak-season California produce, specialty goods, and more across two blocks of Arizona Avenue. It operates year-round on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and admission is free.
If you’re looking for budget-friendly plans to round out your weekend in Los Angeles (Oct. 23-25), keep this in mind: it’s the holiday season, and many of us are on a budget. Contrary to popular opinion, you can save money and still have fun — and Los Angeles is home a ton of free things to do.
