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Los Angeles is alive with Halloween festivities, featuring a wide range of events for all ages. From thrilling concerts and spooky haunts to family-friendly activities, the city offers something for everyone this October. Key highlights include performances by various artists, pumpkin patch fun, and art exhibitions. Festivals like Oktoberfest and Halloween-themed events in venues like theaters and the zoo ensure that both thrill-seekers and families can celebrate the spooky season in style.
Los Angeles is diving headfirst into the Halloween spirit with a diverse array of events and activities that have kicked off this October. The city is brimming with options for both those seeking thrills and families looking for festive fun. From concerts to spooky haunts, Los Angeles hosts numerous attractions to mark the start of spooky season.
On October 10, acclaimed actor and comedian John C. Reilly returns to the Palace Theatre for his one-man show “Mister Romantic.” The same day also sees a flurry of musical events including the Dandy Warhols and Kula Shaker at the Bellwether, along with a special Q&A session with Lionel Richie at the Orpheum. British singer-songwriter Patrick Wolf is scheduled to perform at the Lodge Room, and Dua Lipa concludes her run at the Kia Forum this week. Notably, Haim will take the stage at the Forum on October 12, just as Alicia Villarreal performs at the YouTube Theatre on the same day.
For those interested in thought-provoking discussions, “Inviting Death to Dinner: A Food & Death Panel” hosted by the Philosophical Research Society will take place on October 8. Additionally, Panda Bear, known as Noah Lennox from Animal Collective, is set to perform at The Fonda on October 7. A free behind-the-scenes celebration at Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz, commemorating its 25th anniversary, includes live music, a photo booth, and a raffle, and runs through November 2.
As Halloween draws near, Mr. Jack O’ Lantern’s Pumpkin Patch in West L.A. remains open until early November, offering pumpkin picking, carving, and children’s activities. The Middle Room is hosting “The Dinner Party” art exhibition, featuring 44 pieces from 22 artists, with the exhibition running through March 1, 2026. The Hammer Museum showcases local talent with the “Made in L.A. 2025” exhibition, which is free to enter. For film enthusiasts, screenings of “My Mom Jayne,” alongside a Q&A by Mariska Hargitay, are ongoing on Fridays and Saturdays until October 18 at the Museum of Tolerance.
Food lovers can revel in Oktoberfest taking place at Fairplex in Pomona until October 11, and enjoy “éphémère: légume pop-up” at Le Petit Trois L’Original, which features a vegetarian tasting menu crafted by Chef Ludo Lefebvre. A National Taco Day celebration at Puesto offers patrons a chance to win a Golden Ticket hidden under a taco plate.
As October unfolds, Los Angeles holds a multitude of Halloween-themed activities catering to various age groups. The El Capitan Theatre is showcasing family-friendly films like “Coco” and Disney’s “Hocus Pocus.” The Los Angeles Haunted Hayride is set up in Griffith Park’s Old Zoo, promising a spooky experience. Visitors can also enjoy “Boo at the Los Angeles Zoo,” which includes trick-or-treating and themed activities for all ages. The West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval, also known as the world’s largest Halloween party, is scheduled for October 31. Haunted Little Tokyo will feature events throughout the month, while Knott’s Scary Farm and Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights will run on select nights until early November.
As the festivities become the highlight of the month, various local events and attractions offer a balanced mix of scares and family-oriented activities, making Los Angeles a prime destination for Halloween thrills throughout October.
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Additional Resources
- ABC7: Halloween Events in Southern California
- Wikipedia: Halloween
- Los Angeles Magazine: Halloween Events and Parties
- Google Search: Halloween events Los Angeles
- Mommy Poppins: Halloween Events for Kids in Los Angeles
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Halloween
- Secret Los Angeles: October Events in LA
- Google News: Los Angeles Halloween activities
- KTLA: Free Halloween Fun in Los Angeles
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