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Halloween Aglow at Birch Aquarium
October 24-25: Trick-or-treat, play games, and see underwater pumpkin carving at Birch Aquarium’s Halloween Aglow.
Boonion Station at Union Station LA
October 25: Enjoy trick-or-treating, crafts, dancing, and a costume contest at the 6th Annual Boonion Station Halloween celebration at Union Station in LA. FREE!
Halloween Street Fest at the Whittier Museum
October 25-26: Trick-or-treat, see cool cars, and explore the Whittier Museum’s haunted “Folklore Gone Wrong” maze at the Halloween Street Fair and Car Show. FREEish!
Julian Autumn Jubilee in Santa Ysabel
September 20 - October 26: Enjoy hayrides, crafts, cider pressing, and live shows.
Pumpkin Diving in Mission Viejo
October 25: Jump in and pick your pumpkin as the Sierra pool is transformed into a floating pumpkin patch. Decorate your pumpkin and play fun carnival games.
The Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade
October 25: Celebrate Anaheim’s Fall Festival with costume contests, live music, vendors, and a returning classic car show—then stay for the famous Halloween Parade at 7 PM. FREE!
Family Hike at Black Star Canyon | Irvine Ranch Open Space
March–April (Saturdays): Take a guided 3–4 mile family hike along a flat canyon trail with wildlife spotting and interpretive stops. Registration may be required.
Harbor Hayride at Ocean Institute in Dana Point
October 25: Enjoy live music, apple cider, temporary tattoos and trick-or-treating all while cruising the beautiful Dana Point Harbor on the R/V Sea Explorer.
Halloween Fright Fest Market at Anaheim GardenWalk
Weekends, October 10-26: Enjoy live music, spooky vendors, free crafts, and giveaways at GardenWalk in Anaheim. FREE!
Autumn Festival at San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Weekends, October 4-26: Celebrate the season with wildlife, special entertainment, and culinary comforts. Meet Robert the Zebra, Safari Parker, hoedown with not-so-scary scarecrows, enjoy live music, navigate through a maze, and more.
Día de los Muertos at Gloria Molina Grand Park in LA
Oct 25–Nov 2: A 9-day exhibition to celebrate Día de los Muertos. Special ceremonies with glowing altars, live music, and art honoring immigrant legacies on 10/25 and 11/2. FREE!
Halloween-Themed Public Skates at the Rinks (Various Locations)
October 25–31: Dress up and skate to spooky tunes during Halloween-themed public sessions at ICE rinks across OC and LA—costumes earn free skate rentals at select locations!
Boo at the Zoo at The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College
October 18-19 & 25-26: Enjoy two weekends of family fun with interactive trick or treating, pumpkin bingo, photo opportunities, wildlife programs & meet & greets.
Boo at The Zoo at Wild Wonders
October 18-19 & 25-26: Join Wild Wonders for some spooky fun the last two weekends in October. Go on a flashlight tour to see nocturnal animals, plus enjoy candy stations and apple cider.
Boo at the LA Zoo
October 18-19 & 25-26: The Halloween spirit will be in full swing with trick-or-treating stations featuring premium Mars candies, plus animal pumpkin feedings, themed photo ops, education stations, an extinct animal graveyard, and more. Costumes are encouraged!
Boo at the Santa Ana Zoo
October 18-19 & 25-26: Halloween family festival including trick-or-treating, lights & decorations, nocturnal animal presentations, scavenger hunt, and rides (ride tickets required).
Pumpkin Patch & Fall Fun Fest at Santa Anita Park
October 25-26: Enjoy pony rides, pumpkin painting, inflatables, games, and more at Santa Anita Park’s Pumpkin Patch & Fall Fun Fest.
Fairbrook Manor Home Haunt in Long Beach
October 18-19 & 25-26: Pack up your family and friends and visit Fairbrook Manor for spooky photo ops, laughs, and screams. This home haunt in Long Beach welcomed 3,200 guests last year.
Fierce! Catio Lounge at the Natural History Museum in LA
Select Weekends, Aug-Oct: Meet adoptable cats and kittens at NHM’s Fierce! Catio Lounge.
Antique Tractor Show in Vista
October 18-19 & 25-26: Watch vintage tractors roar to life and enjoy hands-on demos, crafts, and family fun at the Fall Antique Tractor Show in Vista.
The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert Hollywood Bowl
October 25: Watch The Nightmare Before Christmas come to life with Danny Elfman, Janelle Monáe, and guests performing live at the Hollywood Bowl.
Marina Spooktacular at Burton Chace Park in Marina del Rey
October 25–26: Enjoy crafts, trick-or-treating, and haunted fun for all ages at Marina Spooktacular in Marina del Rey. FREE!
Aquashella LA: America’s Largest Aquarium Expo at Pomona Fairplex
October 25-26: Explore aquatic exhibits, meet mermaids, and join family-friendly fun at Aquashella 2025 at the Pomona Fairplex.
Dia de los Muertos Festival on Olvera Street in Los Angeles
October 25 - November 2: Featuring nightly novenario processions, outdoor altar displays, Aztec blessings, live music, and performances. FREE!
Monster Dash 5K & Creepy Crawl Fun Run in San Clemente
October 25: Run through downtown San Clemente in the Monster Dash 5K & Creepy Crawl, featuring live music, costumes, and a pancake breakfast.
Free Saturday Family Theatre in Long Beach
March 1, May 3, June 21, September 13, October 25: A free opportunity for kid of all ages to experience the magic of theatre. These free shows are open to all. Reservations are required.
YMCA of OC Trunk or Treats
October 17-25: Families can enjoy safe trick-or-treating, decorated trunks, costumes, games, music, and plenty of festive fun at branches across the county. October 17: Newport Beach • October 18: Laguna Niguel • October 24: Huntington Beach • October 24: Mission Viejo • October 25: Fullerton. FREE!
Family Night Hike: The Ghoulish Garden at The LA Arboretum
October 25: Take a guided night hike at the Arboretum to explore carnivorous and creepy plants on a spooky family adventure.
Lil’ Chef October Halloween Fun Cooking Classes
OCTOBER 10, 17, 24 & 25: Make Apple Muffins, Decorate Haunted Mansions, Enjoy Halloween Fun Parent's Night Out, along with Adult & Me Mummy Pizzas and a fun Halloween Camp––all in October for ages 3 and up.
Zombie Car Wash in Garden Grove
October 17–November 1: Brave the undead at Garden Grove’s Zombie Car Wash, a haunted drive-thru filled with zombies, scares, and a squeaky-clean finish.
Spooky Splash at Heal the Bay Aquarium in Santa Monica
October 25–26: Explore tide pools, meet sharks and eels, and craft creepy creations during Spooky Splash at Heal the Bay Aquarium in Santa Monica.
Autumn in the Garden at the Fullerton Arboretum
October 25: Enjoy trick-or-treating, discovery stations, and a composting workshop during Autumn in the Garden at the Fullerton Arboretum. FREE!
Water Harvest at the Recycling Facility in El Segundo
October 25: Explore tours, exhibits, and hands-on demos on water conservation during Water Harvest 2025 in El Segundo. FREE!
Disney’s Pixar Coco & Día de los Muertos Crafts at the Autry Museum in LA
October 25: Make Día de los Muertos crafts, join a scavenger hunt, and watch Coco during the Family Fun Day at the Autry Museum in Griffith Park.
Fall Corgi Beach Day: Howl-O-Ween Edition in Huntington Beach
October 25: Watch hundreds of costumed corgis hit the sand for Fall Corgi Beach Day: Howl-O-Ween Edition in Huntington Beach. FREE!
Halloween Zoo-tacular at OC Zoo
October 25: Visit the OC Zoo for a scavenger hunt, trick-or-treating, and spooky crafts.
Festival of Flight at Long Beach Airport
October 25: Explore aircraft on static display, enjoy live music, activities for kids, food and beer trucks, and helicopter rides for purchase. FREE!
Haunted Jail at the Cerritos Sheriff’s Station
October 25: Cruise into the Cerritos Haunted Jail & Car Show for spooky cars, vendors, a kid zone with Paw Patrol fun, and family activities all day long.
Enchanted Halloweekend at Discover Cube LA
Weekends, October 4 - November 2: Trick-or-treat, launch pumpkins, explore mazes, and solve a new escape room mystery at Discovery Cube LA.
I-Spy Halloween Train Ride & Festival Griffith Park Southern Railroad in LA
October 25–26 & November 1–2: Take a festive train ride through Griffith Park, spot hidden pumpkins, and play games during the I-Spy Halloween Train Ride & Festival in Los Angeles. $10 per person.
Monster Mash at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
October 25: Meet movie monsters, see live makeup demos, and join spooky tours during Monster Mash at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. FREE with admission!
Boo at the Bay: Family Halloween Party at Upper Newport Bay
October 25: Visit the Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center for a fun family Halloween party featuring spooky stories, creepy crafts, wacky science experiments, bizarre animals, and hair-raising games.
Urban Wildlife Week & P-22 Day Festival at Griffith Park in LA
October 25: Celebrate 10 years of P-22 Day with wildlife exhibits, live music, and conservation activities at Griffith Park. FREE!
Japan Family Day in Santa Anita Park in Arcadia
October 25–26: Celebrate Japanese culture with live Taiko drums, cosplay, food, and family fun at Japan Family Day at Santa Anita Park.
Floating Pumpkin Patch at Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center
October 25: Jump into the pool, choose a pumpkin to take home or decorate, and enjoy festive crafts and ghostly delights.
Pumpkins by the Sea at Seaside Lagoon in Redondo Beach
October 25: Enjoy games, treats, prizes, and a seaside costume parade for all ages during Pumpkins by the Sea at Seaside Lagoon in Redondo Beach. FREE!
Hangar Halloween at Yanks Air Museum in Chino
October 25: Join Yanks for a fun trick or treat event and activities. Kids in costume receive free admission.
Haunted Hangar at Yanks Air Museum
October 25: Trick-or-treat among vintage aircraft with free entry for kids in costume and fun Halloween activities at Yanks Air Museum.
Happy Hauntings at Point Fermin Lighthouse in San Pedro
October 25: Get spooky and enjoy walking through a haunted lighthouse.
Harvest Festival at Los Cerritos Park in Long Beach
October 25: Enjoy pumpkin decorating, Trunk or Treat, crafts, and country line dancing at the Harvest Festival in Los Cerritos Park. FREE!
Disclaimer: The Kidsguide team does their best to keep event details accurate at the time of posting, but information can change without notice! Be sure to double-check with the event organizer before heading out. Kidsguide is not responsible for any errors, omissions, or changes on our calendar—we’re just here to help you find the fun!
