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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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Monster Splash at Aquatic Center in Irvine
October 25: Dress in your spooky best and visit the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center for a floating pumpkin patch, decoration station, trick-or-treating, rec swim, floating obstacle course, photo booth, and snacks. Registration required.
Trick-or-Treat at the Whittier Museum
October 25: Explore the decorated museum and trick-or-treat, no scare actors or effects just lots of fun and candy!
Dia De Los Muertos Celebration at Mainplace Mall Santa Ana
October 25: Features a day of art, culture, and community with interactive activities for all ages, including live art demonstrations, cultural games, and educational experiences. FREE!
Halloween Spooktacular & Trunk or Treat in Dana Point
October 25: Enjoy games, Trunk or Treat, bounce fun, spooky maze, and a kids’ costume parade at the Dana Point Halloween Spooktacular. FREE!
Día de los Muertos Fiesta in Mission Viejo
October 25: Enjoy live mariachi music, folkloric dance, face painting, arts and crafts, and authentic food. FREE!
Downtown’s Fright Fest on Pine & Promenade
October 25: Enjoy face painting, balloon twisting, pumpkin patch photo ops, and tricked-out car displays by day—then live music, food, and spooky vibes by night at Downtown Long Beach’s Fright Fest. FREE!
Howl-O-Ween Festival with Cal Heights Music
October 25: Join Cal Heights Music for an afternoon of family-friendly spooky fun with music performances, free face painting, photo booth, and more. FREE!
Boo Bash at the Bella Terra in Huntington Beach
October 25: Celebrate Halloween at Bella Terra’s Boo Bash with character meet and greets, face painting, giveaways, and a costume raffle for all ages.
Enchanted Trail at Shipley Nature Center in Huntington Beach
October 25: Follow the enchanted trail for trick-or-seed activities, ghost stories in the redwoods, and a costumed scavenger hunt at Shipley Nature Center. $5 suggested donation. FREEish!
Halloween Spooktacular with City of Newport Beach
October 25: Enjoy trunk-or-treating, games, pumpkin decorating, and a costume contest at Newport Beach’s Halloween Spooktacular. FREE!
The Boo Bop Halloween Music Fest in Pasadena
October 25: Sing, dance, and trick-or-treat at Minibop’s Boo Bop Halloween Music Fest for babies, toddlers, and families.
Festival of Frights & Kartoberfest in Historic Downtown West Covina
October 25: Cruise into Halloween fun with a car show, haunted maze, and costume contests at Festival of Frights & Kartoberfest in Downtown West Covina. FREE!
Trunk-or-Treat in Los Alamitos
October 25: This spooktacular event features trunk-or-treating, pumpkin patch, costume contest, and more.
Mini Monsters Bash at Children’s Museum at La Habra
October 25: Trick-or-treat, explore a corn maze, and enjoy a Mad Scientist Show at the Mini Monsters Bash at The Children’s Museum at La Habra.
Spooky Seas at Ocean Institute in Dana Point
October 25: Play laser tag, explore haunted ships, and meet glowing creatures at Spooky Seas at the Ocean Institute.
Swift Nation: Sing-Along Tribute Show at Irvine Nights at Great Park Live
October 25: Sing along to Taylor’s biggest hits during Swift Nation at Irvine Nights, featuring live music, local food trucks, drinks, and a lively outdoor atmosphere at Great Park Live.
Haute Dog Howl’oween Parade in Long Beach
October 26: See 400+ costumed dogs as they parade around. Halloween costume parade for kids and adults with prizes too. FREE!
Smorgasburg x KCRW Family Day: Spookysburg! at the ROW DTLA
October 26: Trick-or-treat through Smorgasburg, enjoy live DJs, storytime, crafts, and a costume parade during Spookysburg Family Day at ROW DTLA. FREE!
Mass Zombie Ride at Pixie Toys in Long Beach
October 26: Join the spooky neighborhood bike ride with zombie makeup, music, and prizes for the best costumes. FREE!
Día de los Muertos Festival at Muckenthaler Cultural Center in Fullerton
October 26: Enjoy festive activities for the whole family, live music, local artisans, and arts and crafts for kids. FREE!
Dia de los Muertos Festival at the Museum of Latin American Art
OCTOBER 26: The free family festival includes an all-day DJ on stage, cultural performances including Folklorico and mariachis, Catrina contest, art workshops, face painting, sugar skulls, delicious food and more., plus local merchants and artisans.
Halloween Trick-or-Treat at Ventura Harbor Village
October 26: Trick-or-treat along the waterfront, enjoy magician shows, a kids dance party, crafts, and a skeleton hunt at Ventura Harbor Village. FREE!
Día de los Muertos at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
October 26: Celebrate life and remembrance through dance, music, and hands-on crafts at Día de los Muertos Family Day at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes. FREE with RSVP!
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!
