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Spooky Science Night at Columbia Memorial Space Center
OCTOBER 19: Celebrate a spooky-themed night of science with a robotics lab, costume parade, super slime, and even more fun stations with variety of hands-on science activities.
Country Night at Barnyard Buddies in Lakewood
OCTOBER 19: Join in for country night admission includes the petting zoo, line dance lessons, and the photo booth. Food available for purchase.
Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk in Manhattan Beach
OCTOBER 20: The Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk rallies thousands every October for a fun-filled celebration at the beach, where families and friends gather to walk from Manhattan Beach Pier to Hermosa Beach Pier and back in support of children with special needs.
Family Science Sundays at Marine Mammal Care Center in San Pedro
EVERY 3rd SUNDAY: Join MMCC every third Sunday of the month for a one-hour journey learning about ocean conservation, marine mammals, and beyond. This event is free and includes access to MMCCโs full visitor experience, including patient viewing and our interactive exhibit hall.
Wheel of Fortune LIVE! in Cerritos
OCTOBER 22: Americaโs favorite game comes to your hometown! Contestants are randomly selected from the audience to join the host onstage for a chance to spin a replica of the iconic Wheel, solve puzzles, and win incredible prizes such as trips to Paris and Hawaii or up to $10,000 in cash.
LA Fall Fair in South El Monte
OCTOBER 25 - NOVEMBER 3: Check out the largest fall festival in LA County featuring 12 acres of amusement rides, live music on weekends, carnival games, local artisans, and food court.
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert at Dolby Theater in LA
FRIDAY-SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25-26: Concert will feature the movie on HD screen, complemented by a diverse ensemble of musicians and instrumentalists performing the filmโs iconic score and soundtrack live.
Halloween Train Ride at Wilson Park in Torrance
OCTOBER 25-26: Enjoy a train ride around the park, costumes encourages!
Historical Cemetery Tour in Long Beach
OCTOBER 26: Enjoy graveside performances by community theater actors portraying the life of the person lying at rest. The tour is appropriate for families and all ages.
Halloween Fun Fishy Fest at Heal the Bay Aquarium
OCTOBER 26-27: Get in the Halloween spirit with Fishy Fest at Heal the Bay Aquarium! Join us for a festive costume contest, a deep-sea puppet theater, a candy-filled adventure along the Santa Monica Pier - and much more.
Spooky Science STEM Lab at Orange Coast College Planetarium
OCTOBER 26: Learn how scientists explore the natural world with fun Halloween themed science experiments! Core candy bars, build skeleton hand grabbers, and make fluorescent slime as you master the methods scientists use in the field.
La Habra Community Open House
OCTOBER 26: The City of La Habra invites you to its Community Open House featuring demonstrations by the police department, public works projects and large equipment, kids' activities, Children's Museum Mobile Museum, games, and lots more.
15th Birthday Quinceaรฑera at Columbia Memorial Space Center
OCTOBER 26: Celebrate CMSC's 15th birthday with a quinceaรฑera -themed celebration! Enjoy free admission, hands-on activities, performances, desserts, and photo ops throughout the day!
Falloween in Huntington Beach
OCTOBER 26: Join the City of Huntington Beach at the Thomas Ridley Bandstand in Central Park for a fall-themed celebration with a pumpkin patch, carving and painting station, games, inflatables, movie, food trucks and more.
Jack O’ Lantern Jamboree at Atlantis Play Center in Garden Grove
October 25: Enjoy crafts, obstacle courses, a reptile show, and pumpkins for kids at Garden Groveโs Jack OโLantern Jamboree.
Happy Hauntings at Point Fermin Lighthouse in San Pedro
OCTOBER 26: Kids receive a treat bag and walk through a trick or treat pathway and booth. Free snacks for kids in costume.ย
Stay Spooky Groovy Halloween Maker Market and Trick-or-Treating at Bella Terra
OCTOBER 26: Visit the Bella Terra for a fun-filled Halloween event with live music, local vendors, trick-or-treating, meet and greets, and entertainment for the whole family!
Alphabet Rockers at The Wallis in Beverly Hills
OCTOBER 26: GRAMMY-winning artist Alphabet Rockers make music that makes change. Explore elements of hip hop together, have shared moments to express and uplift affirmations, reflections and get our bodies MOVING in celebration and joy!ย ย
Haunted Jail at Cerritos Sheriff’s Station
OCTOBER 26: Visit Cerritos Sheriff's Station for the haunted jail, car show, safety expo, boo-tique, inflatables, kids costume contest, music, food and drinks.
Trunk-or-Treat Community Event at IKEA
OCTOBER 26: Join Power of One Foundation for a trunk-or-treat event open to the public.ย
Disney Pixarโs Coco Live-to-Film Concert at The Soraya
OCTOBER 26-27: The Disney Pixarโs beloved Coco comes to life on stage with the heartwarming smash hit filmโs score. Disney fans of all ages will enjoy this unforgettable night of Disney magic.
Whittier Museum Haunt
OCTOBER 26: This year's haunted house theme is inspired by phobias and fears, come face to face with dolls, clowns, insects, and monsters. Walk through the Halloween Market and car show with strange, vintage, spooky vehicles.
Dia de los Muertos at Forest Lawn
OCTOBER 27: The lively community festivals honor the memories of the dead while illuminating the rich history of the holiday with community altars, cultural expressions, folkloric dance group, and mariachi music.
Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse in Concert at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
OCTOBER 27: Concert will feature the movie showcased on HD screen, complemented by a diverse ensemble of musicians and instrumentalists performing the filmโs iconic score and soundtrack live. This lineup includes a full orchestra, a skilled scratch DJ on turntables, as well as percussion and electronic instrumentalists.
Dรญa De Los Muertos Celebration at Rancho Los Cerritos in Long Beach
OCTOBER 27: Come celebrate with live music, traditional arts and crafts, and beautifully adorned altars (ofrendas) honoring loved ones. Enjoy delicious food, activities like crown making and face painting, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural traditions of this meaningful holiday. Dress up as Catrinas and Catrines to fully embrace the spirit of the day.
Kids Imagine Nation at Soka Performing Arts Center in Aliso Viejo
OCTOBER 27: Join Kids Imagine Nation for an exciting Halloween-themed interactive musical dance party! Kids are encouraged to come in costumes to enjoy dancing, receive a balloon animal, and meet the musicians afterward to collect a free trading card.
Halloween and Movie Night at Pacific City in Huntington Beach
OCTOBER 30: Join Pacific City in costume, win prizes, play games & activities, and end the evening watching Ghost Busters: Frozen Empire.
Halloween Spooktacular at Anaheim Hills Festival
OCTOBER 31: Calling all goblins, ghosts, and ghouls to join the Halloween Spooktacular! The event will feature trick-or-treating throughout the shopping center at participating tenants and restaurants, live DJ, face painting, balloon twisting, photo opportunities, and more.
Halloween at Pretend City
OCTOBER 31: Whether youโre a tiny trick-or-treater or a daring ghost hunter, this event is packed with spooky surprises and fun-filled activities.
Halloween LAZERDOME Shows at OCC Planetarium
OCTOBER 31: Looking for Halloween thrills that go beyond trick-or-treating? Enjoy an electrifying blend of music and lasers, creating a mesmerizing experience thatโs perfect for teens and adults seeking a fresh Halloween adventure. Costumes are welcome, so feel free to don your spookiest attire for a night of ghoulish fun.
Trick-or-Treat at Huntington Beach Fire Stations
OCTOBER 31: Stop by any of the 8 Huntington Beach fire stations between 3-5pm for candy and festive fun.
Trick or Treat in Downtown Santa Monica
OCTOBER 31: Enjoy a block party, candy from participating businesses, and dress up in costume.ย
Halloween Spooktacular at Lakewood Center
OCTOBER 31: Visit Lakewood Center for crafts, store-to-store trick-or-treating, and photo ops.
HalloweenFest at Neff Estate in La Mirada
OCTOBER 31: Enjoy a haunted maze, costume contests, carnival-like games, crafts, and a trick-or-treat area located at the historic Neff Estate.
Ghouls Night Fall Fest at 2nd and PCH in Long Beach
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2024 Celebrate Halloween night at the Ghouls Night Fall Festival at 2ND & PCH, marking the five-year anniversary in thrilling style! The event promises eerie entertainment, hauntingly good music, trick-or-treating, costume contests, and spine-tingling surprises. Admission is free.
Halloween Spooktacular at the Park in Norwalk (Multiple Park Locations)
OCTOBER 31: Join in for a spooky good time with games, costume contests, music, food trucks, arts & crafts, and more!ย Norwalk Park, Hermosillo Park, Lakeside Park.
BAPS LA Diwali Festival of Lights in Chino Hills
NOVEMBER 1-3: A 3-day Community Diwali Festival with the annakut display, the light & sound spectacular, carnival rides, kids zone, events, shows, activities and special performances.
Fleet Week in San Diego
NOVEMBER 1-11: Join in on inspiring events designed to honor and celebrate our militaryโs incalculable contributions as defenders of our nation and neighbors in our community. Public events including concert, Ship Tours, Innovation Zone, a cooking competition, Veteran's Day Boat Parade are part of Fleet Week.
Public Skate Sessions at East West Ice Palace in Artesia
NOVEMBER - DECEMBER: Public skate sessions are back at East West Ice Palace on select days. Visit their website for the public skate schedule.
Ice Rink at Irvine Spectrum Center
NOVEMBER 1 - JANUARY 5: Holiday magic starts at Irvine Spectrum Center with the return of the Ice Rink sponsored by the Anaheim Ducks. Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Dรญa de los Muertos at Hana Field in Costa Mesa
NOVEMBER 1-3: Enjoy food, music, crafts, face painting, visit barn animals, and create an altar for your loved ones.
Day Out With Thomas at Southern California Railway Museum
NOVEMBER 2-3 and 9-11: Climb aboard and ride with Thomas the Tank Engine and his best friend, Percy. Meet his friends, enjoy a day of Thomas-themed activities, musical performances, bounce house, petting zoo and more.
Ventura County Farm Day
NOVEMBER 2: More than 15 Ventura County farms, ranches and agricultural organizations invite the public to experience a day of free agricultural activities and tours.
Beauty and the Beast at Santa Monica Playhouse
NOVEMBER 2-17: A richly humorous performance featuring breath-taking costumes and magical FX that transform the stage into an ornately detailed Medieval castle right before your eyes.
MUMMENSCHANZ “50 Years” at The Soraya
NOVEMBER 2: Take a look back at the world of MUMMENSCHANZ in its most lively and humorous piecesโfull of affection and brimming with imagination. For its 50th anniversary production the troupe takes audiences on a journey filled with imagination and poetry, putting on its most beloved sketches of the past five decades, such as the Clay Masks, Toilet Paper Faces, the delicate, air-filled Giants, and plenty of other bizarre objects and shapes brought to life by the troupe!
Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
NOVEMBER 2-3: Jazzy Ash and her band, the Leaping Lizards, invite the whole family on a lively, Crescent City-inspired musical journey! With her catchy tunes and rich storytelling, Ash brings to life traditional songs, rhythms, and rhymes passed down by African-American communities for generations.
Day of the Dead in Historic Gaslamp San Diego
NOVEMBER 2-3: Experience traditional dance performances, face painting by local artists, and hands-on crafts for kids, all set against a lively mercado in the historic Gaslamp district.
Dรญa de los Muertos Grand Parade and Festival in Long Beach
NOVEMBER 2-3: Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Dรญa De Los Muertos featuring a grand parade, traditional music and a festival on Sunday with live performances, food, and children's area.
STEAM Fest at Aquarium of the Pacific
NOVEMBER 2: This event features interactive booths where you can learn about the ocean and the environment, make observations, and ask lots and lots of questions.
Dรญa de los Muertos at Fairhaven Memorial Park
NOVEMBER 2: Celebrate your loved ones with a blessing of the souls, live music, folkloric dancers, prayers and more. Event also features craft booth, face painting, and food trucks.ย
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