Halloween is coming and it’s time to scare up a little fun in Los Angeles, California. When October rolls around the city embraces the Halloween spirit with all kinds of spooktacular events and happenings. You can visit haunted houses, experience family-friendly events, trick-or-treat at various locations, or relax on the water with City Cruises to soak in the season. It’s frightening how many options you have to choose from in Southern California this autumn to have a ghoulishly good time. We’ve rounded up some of the best things to do this Halloween in LA where all the tricks and treats are happening.
Feel the Magic in Marina del Rey
Spend some time this Halloween season in the beautiful seaside community of Marina del Rey. Known for its pristine harbor and marvelous sunsets, this boater’s paradise offers family-friendly Halloween events for the entire family and some bone-chilling fun for adults as night falls too.
Marina Spooktacular
Marina Spooktacular is a fun, family-friendly Halloween party on the harbor. Everyone will have a great time during this free, two-day October 26-27 festival. There will be a blackout maze, a graveyard treasure hunt, a haunted pirate ship, arts and crafts, food trucks, and a DJ for you and your little boos. As darkness descends the frights intensify in Burton Chace Park. Remember your costume and camera and be prepared for the scare!
Marina Movie Night
A good time is brewing at Burton Chace Park as this fun-filled two-day Halloween Spooktacular festival on the harbor offers haunted pirate ships, food trucks, and more. Free admission.
What’s Lurking in Long Beach
Long Beach is a coastal city located in southeastern Los Angeles County, California, known for its waterfront attractions as well as home to one of the largest universities within the city. When Halloween rolls around, this town knows how to do it right. There are crazy parties and events throughout the city for an eerily unforgettable experience.
Shoreline Zombie Walk
Shoreline Village’s annual Long Beach Zombie Walk + Halloween Party returns Saturday, October 11, 2025! Festivities kick off at 4:00 pm – so join in for a family-friendly event. This is a FREE Community Event! RSVP on Facebook to keep posted, and save the date! Remember, YOU are the Zombies, so please come dressed up and walk in the Zombie Walk. Children MAY attend this event; however, this part of the event is geared towards adults and will be scary, so plan accordingly.
Battleship IOWA Halloween STEMabration
Join the Battleship IOWA on Saturday, October 18, from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. for our fifth annual Halloween STEMebration—a free, family-friendly evening of spooky fun and hands-on learning. Kids can enjoy six candy stations, a trunk-or-treat with first responders, and a variety of festive games like Witch’s Ring Toss, “Boooo-wling,” Spider Rockets, Eyeball Bounce, and Pumpkin Bean Bag Toss. STEM and craft stations will spark creativity with activities such as Halloween Simple Circuits, Spooky Tangrams, a Slime Factory, and the Candy Tower Challenge, while the Spooky Reading Corner offers a cozy spot for stories. With plenty of treats, activities, and surprises, this event is a safe and exciting way to celebrate Halloween. Free parking is available for the first hour in the lot adjacent to the Battleship, with a $2 fee for each additional hour.
No Nightmares in Newport Beach
With 384 years of history, it’s no surprise that Newport Beach is home to its share of eerie sights and spine-tingling folklore. Each October, the city comes alive with haunted happenings and family-friendly fun to thrill your whole gang.
Midnight in the Garden Act III
The spooky season has arrived, and Stoneacre Garden is prepared to deliver fright on October 26th at 9:00 pm. Imagine a killer Halloween party featuring costume contests, themed “boos” and cocktails that will have you dancing your head off!
Cars + Coffee: Trunk or Treat
A little something for the kids and a little something for mom and dad will be underway at Fort Adams State Park on Sunday, November 2nd, 8:00 – 10:00 am. Don your favorite costumes and browse some really cool cars from Audrain Auto Museum, grab a cup of joe, and let the kids run off some of the sugar as you enjoy the weather.
Haunted Harbor Happenings and Boo-tiful Nights with City Cruises
As temperatures cool and the air is a little crisper, Los Angeles offers fun and festive fall vibes- all with some California sunshine. LA transforms with pumpkin everything, outdoor movies, spooky attractions, and more. When exploring festive neighborhoods or enjoying seasonal treats for a little “fall fun”, SoCal and City Cruises know how to do it with a twist. Treat your crew to an unforgettable experience this autumn aboard one of our exciting dining cruises, where you can savor seasonal dishes while soaking in the beauty of this time of year from the water. With dining adventures in Marina del Rey, Long Beach, and Newport Beach, we invite you to relax, unwind, and take in the scenery with brunch, lunch, dinner, and sightseeing options that will haunt you with amazing memories as you revel in the Halloween season.
Original Post Date: September 9, 2024