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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!
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!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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 Spooktacular at Cerritos Towne Center
October 26: Family-friendly entertainment, including trick-or-treat candy stations, character meet and greets, balloon twisters, kids' crafts and a live DJ spinning festive Halloween-themed music!
Día de los Muertos Festival in San Pedro
October 26: Celebrate life and Latin heritage at San Pedro’s Día de los Muertos Festival with live music, altars, crafts, and a Catrina costume contest. FREE!
Dia de los Muertos at Heritage Museum OC
October 26: Celebrate with live entertainment, food, vendors, community altar, arts and crafts and more!
Free Halloween Dance Class at Burgess Cotillion in Long Beach
OCTOBER 27: Try out Burgess Cotillion at their Halloween-themed "Spooky Spectacular" this month, with a free class for anyone new to the program. Participants enjoy dancing, refreshments, games, and prizes.
Cops N’ Goblins with City of Buena Park
October 29: Bring your little goblins out for a Halloween and trick-or-treat experience as brought to you by your Buena Park Police Department and Community Services Department.
Treats in the Streets Autumn Festival in Orange
October 30: More info coming soon
OktoBOOfest at Downtown Fullerton Plaza
October 30: Get spook with a trick-or-treating, kids parade, pie-eating contest, food, and brews at OktoBOOfest in Fullerton. FREE!
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