October 9 & 16, 2026
Celebrate Spooktacular Season at El Capitan Theatre with two special fan events featuring Halloween favorites on the big screen.
October 9 – Hocus Pocus Fan Event
See Hocus Pocus with a special introduction from composer John Debney and creator David Kirschner, plus stop for a photo at the cauldron photo op. Regular screenings of Hocus Pocus continue October 9-15 with the cauldron photo op available during the run.
October 16 – The Nightmare Before Christmas in 4D Fan Event
Experience The Nightmare Before Christmas in 4D with an introduction by Don Hahn and a live drawing demonstration with George McClements before the movie. Guests can also snap a picture at the Holiday Door photo op. Regular 4D screenings continue October 16 – November 1 and include The Skeleton Dance short before the movie and holiday photo ops.
Both films are rated PG.
Admission: Ticketed event.
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