Calling all goblins and ghouls! Our weather may not show it, but Halloween is here, and we want to prepare you for all of the city's best fall festivities. Choosing your Halloween event line-up can be frightening. That's why we did the work for you!
Spooky seekers can enthrall themselves in the worlds of Michael Myers, The Weeknd, and more at spots like Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights or the Melrose Rooftop Theatre. While those looking for family-friendly acticivies can enjoy walk-through trick-or-treat trails and pumpkin patches at Woodland Hills' Haunt O'Ween. From costume parties to music festivals, L.A.'s got something for everyone this season. As a bonus, we also added upcoming Day of The Dead Celebrations.
Here we've rounded up the best Halloween events happening in town (in no particular order). Bookmark this page and check back every couple of days for updates.
"Fright Night Bazaar" Vinyl Edition at Skybar L.A. (WeHo): Skybar's monthly night market returns with a "Fright Night" themed bazaar. Shop poolside for all your Halloween and autumn essentials from 20+ small businesses at Skybar Los Angeles. The night market will feature halloween accessories, costumes, tarot readings, vintage clothing, a beauty bar and a live vinyl DJ set by Joshua Huot.
When: Thursday, Oct. 20 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Where: Skybar at Mondrian L.A., 8440 Sunset Blvd., WeHo, 90069
Tickets: Free for 21+
Dia de los Muertos at Broken Shaker (DTLA): To celebrate Dia de los Muertos, Broken Shaker has made a delicious flavored cocktail. Calaveras Bebidas ($14) pays homage to the vibrant marigolds used to guide spirits to the altar during the Dia de los Muertos celebration.
When: Monday, Oct. 24 through Tuesday, Nov.2
Where: Broken Shaker, 416 West 8th St., L.A., 90014
Tickets: Make Your Reservation
Haunted Hayride x Hulu Exclusive Drag Show (Griffith Park): Halloween is getting fabulous! For one-night-only, Hulu will be hosting an exclusive Drag Show at LA's favorite Halloween event, Haunted Hayride. The show will feature some of the world's greatest drag queens, including Jackie Beat, Monét X Change, Lady Bunny and Manilla Luzon.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 26 from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Los Angeles Haunted Hayride, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr., L.A., 90027
Tickets: General Admission is $39.99; purchase them here.
Podwall Entertainment's Annual Halloween Party (WeHo): This private event is going to be one of L.A.'s most star-studded Halloween parties. After a two-year hiatus, Podwall Entertainment is back for their annual Halloween Party. Sponsored by Remy Martin and Trip CBD, the event will also feature a special performance by Café Wha.
When: Thursday, Oct. 27 at 9 p.m.
Where: The Peppermint Club, 8713 Beverly Blvd., WeHo, 90048
Tickets: Invite-Only
Desert 5 Spot Cowboy Carnival Halloween (Hollywood): Country meets rock 'n' roll rooftop bar Desert 5 Spot will be celebrating Halloween wild west style with live music and DJs, cowboy karaoke, carnival games, costume contest prizes, and more.
When: Thursday, Oct. 27 to Saturday, Oct. 29 from 8 p.m. until 2 a.m. and Sunday, Oct. 30 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Desert 5 Spot, 6516 Selma Ave., L.A., 90028
Tickets: Free; RSVP here
Hallo'Weekend at ShoreBar (Santa Monica): H.wood group's nautical lounge Shore Bar is hosting three parties for Halloween. They will be kicking off the weekend with a party, and on Saturday they are hosting a Haunted Halloween Party by the shore. For the last night, guests can stop by for live music.
When: Thursday, Oct. 27 through Saturday, Oct. 29 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: ShoreBar, 112 W. Channel Rd., Santa Monica, 90402
Tickets: Make your reservations here.
Hallo'Weekend at Poppy (WeHo): H.wood's Poppy is hosting four nights of fun for the weekend. Night one will be a kick-off party, while night two will feature a performance from Rich the Kid. Saturday night's plans consist of a Night Spooktacular with a 3 hour hosted bar, and rapper Bobby Shmurda will be making a special appearance on Halloween night.
When: Thursday, Oct. 27 through Sunday, Oct. 30 from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Poppy, 755 North La Cienega Blvd., WeHo, 90069
Tickets: Saturday & Sunday tickets start at $75; Make your reservation here.
Melrose Place Halloween Weekend (WeHo): With four days of Halloween festivities, the party never stops at Melrose Place! Celebrate Halloween on the rooftop with views of the hills, surrounded by some of the biggest names in the LA scene. Featuring music from the hottest DJs and handcrafted cocktails, there's no better place to spend Halloweekend! Party like a VIP this Halloween.
When: Thursday, Oct. 27 through Sunday, Oct. 30
Where: Melrose Place, 8472 Melrose Pl. West, WeHo, 90069
Tickets: Book your table reservations at reservations@melroseplace.la.
Hallo-Weekend Chamberlain Coffee Pop-Up (Melrose): Emma Chamberlain's coffee brand, Chamberlain Coffee, is taking over Los Angeles hotspot Carrera Cafe for the Hallo-Weeknd. They will also be offering delicious blends, such as their Social Dog Blend and Sneaky Bat Pumpkin Spice. They will also be selling some of Chamberlain's Tote Bags, Double Walled Mugs, Mason Jars and Transparent Tumblers on-site for customers to purchase.
When: Friday, Oct. 28 through Sunday, Oct. 30 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Carrera Cafe, 8251 Melrose Ave., L.A., 90046
Tickets: Open to the public
Haunted Tiki Island (Long Beach): Grab your costume and step into the haunted tiki bar party presented by The Disco Temple. Expect a night of non-stop live DJ sets, multiple stages, spooky basslines, surprise acts, and local vendors inside & out from 6 p.m. to closing.
When: Friday, Oct. 28 at 6 p.m.
Where: The Bamboo Club, 3522 East Anaheim St., Long Beach, 90804
Tickets: $10 and available for purchase here.
The Hustle: A Classic Disco Halloween (WeHo): Skybar is glittering it up on Friday, October 28 for its classic disco Halloween kick-off party. Enjoy sweeping views of the city poolside and DJ sets starting at 8 p.m.
When: Friday, Oct. 28 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Skybar at Mondrian L.A., 8440 Sunset Blvd., WeHo, 90069
Tickets: Free for 21+
Alien Superstar- A Halloween Party by Shaun Ross (WeHo): Celebrate Halloween with an Alien Superstar themed night hosted by artist and model Shaun Ross. There will be DJ sets by Monte Christo, DJ M.O.A., and Suga Shay.
When: Friday, Oct. 28 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Sunset at Edition, 1090 North Doheny Dr., WeHo, 90069
Tickets: Open to the public, 21+
Highlight Room's Monster Mash (Hollywood): Highlight Room is hosting two Halloween parties for Angelenos to enjoy. Night 1, stop by the rooftop event to drink and dance to tunes by DJ Justin Credible. Skratchy will be taking over the fun the following night. There will also be a three-hour hosted bar at both events.
When: Friday, Oct. 28 & Saturday, Oct. 29 at 10 p.m.
Where: Highlight Room, 6417 Selma Ave., L.A., 90028
Tickets: General Admission starts at $99; grab yours here.
Freedom City Church's Night of Terror (Whittier): Freedom City Church will hold its Night of Terror maze and live production during Halloween weekend in one of the city's most iconic buildings at the heart of Historic Uptown Whittier.
When: Friday, Oct. 28 through Sunday, Oct. 30 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: 6355 Greenleaf Ave., Whittier, 90601
Tickets: $15; Find out more here.
Hallo'Weekend at Bootsy Bellows (WeHo): Bootsy Bellows combines live entertainment including DJs, music performances and puppets, making it a spectacle in a class all its own. For the weekend, the WeHo hot spot will be hosting three nights of fun including a kick-off party, a performance from Ty Dolla $ign, and a "Spooky Vibes" party.
When: Friday, Oct. 28 through Sunday, Oct. 30
Where: Bootsy Bellows, 9229 Sunset Blvd., WeHo, 90069
Tickets: Make your table reservation here.
Hollywood Forever Presents Dia De Los Muertos (Hollywood): Hollywood Forever Cemetery is returning for its 23rd installment of their Day of the Dead Celebration with both day and nighttime events. Día de los Muertos and Noche de los Muertos will feature cultural performances, live DJ sets from DJ Que Madre and DJ Hamvre, and an exhibition from Artist of the Year, Sabino Guisu's "Zapotec Death Poems. There also will be delicious cultural food, drinks, and fascinating performances.
When: Saturday, Oct. 29 from 9 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Where: Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 90038
Tickets: Available for purchase here for Daytime and here for Night; and start at $35- $55.
Huluween Trick or Treat Truck-Adult Edition (Multiple Locations): Hulu's Huluween is bringing their Trick or Treat Truck all across parts of Los Angeles. Hulu's adult Trick or Treat experience will center around the king of adult animation, Justin Roiland (Rick and Morty, Solar Opposites, The Paloni Show, Adventure Time). Celebrating the Halloween specials for Solar Opposites, The Paloni Show and the upcoming animated series Koala Man on Hulu, attendees can enjoy free ice cream themed to Roiland's adult animated shows from Supercool Creamery with flavors like "The Great Pumpkin", "Banana Party", "R.I.Paloni" and more.
Where: Saturday, Oct. 29 through Sunday, Oct. 30 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
When: Little Tokyo, 329 East 2nd St., L.A. 90012
Love Hour, 532 South Western Ave., L.A., 90029
Melrose Trading Post, 7850 Melrose Ave., L.A., 90045
Great White Cafe, 1604 Pacific Ave., Venice, 90291
Mayan Warrior (TBA): Mayan Warrior is bringing in the season with their full art car show. To celebrate their 10 Year Anniversary, Mayan Warrior is creating an immersive experience, including art installations and individual performers in the crowd. Their lineup has yet to drop but expect big names to help you dance the night away.
When: Saturday, Oct. 29 at 4 p.m.
Where: TBA
Tickets: Starting at $140; buy your tickets here.
Liquid Death Presents: A Haunted Hotel Ziggy Takeover (WeHo): Presented by Liquid Death, the Haunted Hotel is taking over Hotel Ziggy. Dance to DJs and live bands, grab a free shot, and check out the haunted fourth floor of the hotel. This event is 21+ and over only.
When: Saturday, Oct. 29 at 7 p.m.
Where: Hotel Ziggy, 8462 Sunset Blvd., WeHo, 90069
Tickets: $40; buy them here.
Haunted Carnival (WeHo): Skybar will transform into a haunted carnival for the season. Party and listen to a live DJ set from Eric Sharp.
When: Saturday, Oct. 29 from 8 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Where: Skybar at Mondrian L.A., 8440 Sunset Blvd., WeHo, 90069
Tickets: Ticketed Event & 21+
Halloween at Tropicana (Hollywood): Celebrate Halloween at one of the city's most haunted spots, The Hollywood Roosevelt. There will be photo opportunities, alcohol, and live DJs. There will also be a room package with tickets – coming soon.
When: Saturday, Oct. 29 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, 7000 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 90028
Tickets: $65 – $3,850; purchase them here.
Maxim Halloween (WeHo): The biggest & sexiest Halloween party of the year is back! Maxim is partnering with VIP Nightlife and MADE Special to throw the sexiest, most-anticipated Halloween event in town. There will be big name performers, music set by L.A.'s top DJS, bottle service, and more.
When: Saturday, Oct. 29 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Doheny Room, 9077 Santa Monica Blvd., WeHo, 90069
Tickets: Starting at $250; grab your tickets here.
Disco Bloodbath A Halloween Party (WeHo): Sunset's Disco Bloodbath next Saturday will feature acclaimed LA-based DJ Zen Freeman with guest talent Australian DJ and singer-songwriter and DJ/producer Kaz James and Sam Blacky. Angelenos can dance the night away to beats fusing disco and classic house under the club's 400 glittering disco balls.
When: Saturday, Oct. 29 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Sunset at Edition, 1090 North Doheny Dr., WeHo, 90069
Tickets: Open to the public, 21+
Black on the Block (Hollywood): Get those costumes ready and enjoy 150+ Black-owned businesses at this Halloween Fest! Join them at their new venue, LA Center Studios, for a full day of shopping, rooftop day party, food, drinks, trick or treating, special guests and more! Shop from brands like nkd, Fortunate Few Clothing, and more.
When: Sunday, Oct. 30 at 1 p.m.
Where: L.A. Center Studios, 450 South Bixel St., L.A., 90017
Tickets: Start at $12; buy them here.
The Boo-Over (Hollywood): The Boo-Over is back! Dance the night away to music by some extra special ghouls. Enjoy drinks, good vibes, and as always make sure you're wearing a costume.
When: Sunday, Oct. 30 from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Where: 1439 Ivar Ave., L.A., 90028
Tickets: Free with RSVP
Tao Los Angeles Presents Gordo (Hollywood): Tao Los Angeles is bringing Halloween to town with their annual party. The event will have a very special set from Gordo.
When: Monday, Oct. 31 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Tao L.A., 6421 Selma Ave., L.A., 90028
Tickets: Tables start at $1,500; purchase it here.
Hallo'Weekend at Harriet's Rooftop (WeHo): Located atop the 1 Hotel on Sunset Boulevard, Harriet's Rooftop offers Angenelos panoramic views of the city. The h.wood venue is hosting a Spooky Sunday Brunch featuring their delicious menu. On Halloween, they are throwing an all-day costume party.
When: Sunday, Oct. 30 through Monday, Oct. 31
Where: Harriet's Rooftop, 8490 Sunset Blvd., WeHo, 90069
TIckets: Make your reservations here.
Nights of the Jack (Calabasas): The ultimate Halloween event perfect for the whole family is making its return to Calabasas. Nights of the Jack features thousands of hand-carved pumpkins, immersive scenes and walking trails, premium food, beverages and cocktails and much more. Bring the kiddos to take part in the Trick-or-Treat trail and new face painting station. Spooky secret alert: 2 years and under are free admission.
When: Select Nights Between Now through Monday, Oct. 31 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: King Gillette Ranch, 26800 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, 91302
Tickets: Weekdays are $29.99-$34.99 and Weekends are $39.99-44.99; Grab them here.
Haunt'OWeen L.A. (Woodland Hills): Another fan favorite for the season is Experiential Supply Co.'s Haunt'Oween. The site has over 200,000 sq. ft. of immersive activities and entertainment. Guests can expect bounce houses, games, party stations, trick-or-treating, characters, and more. There's also food and beverages (adult ones as well).
When: Now through Monday, Oct. 31 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills, 91367
Tickets: General Admission is $36 and VIP Admission is $60; buy your tickets here.
Halloween Horror Nights (Hollywood): The scariest time of the year is here! Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights is kicking off this September. Explore the haunted experiences including "The Weeknd: After Hours Nightmare," "Terror Tram," "The Horrors of Blumhouse," and more.
When: Now through Monday, Oct. 31
Where: Universal Studios, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 91608
Tickets: General Admission is $72 – $102; purchase your tickets here.
Scary Movie Month at Melrose Rooftop Theatre (WeHo): Happy Halloween! In honor of the season, Melrose Rooftop Theatre is screening spooky films for their Scary Movie Month. Catch flicks like Scream, Hocus Pocus, Get Out, and more.
When: Now through Monday, Oct. 31
Where: Melrose Rooftop Theatre at E.P. & L.P., 603 N. La Cienega Blvd., WeHo, 90069
Tickets: Angelenos can choose between two viewing options: a general admission VIP seating ($30 per person), and a complete dinner and a movie VIP package with a seasonally driven three-course tasting menu from E.P. & L.P. ($65 per person). See the full lineup here.
Shaqtoberfest (Long Beach): Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal and ABG Entertainment are taking over the haunted Queen Mary for the first ever Shaqtoberfest. The event will include six thrilling Halloween-themed areas for guests to explore, each featuring Halloween trails, games, live entertainment, food and beverage vendors and more.
When: Select Nights from Now through Monday, Oct. 31
Where: Shaqtoberfest Halloween Festival, 1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, 90802
Tickets: General Admission starts at $34.99. See the full list of prices here.
L.A.'s Haunted Hayride (Griffith Park): Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group, the producers of world-class live events, are hosting Los Angeles' Premiere Halloween Event, the Los Angeles Haunted Hayride. Guests can expect a return to Midnight Falls – a strange town that's Halloween year round, featuring fan favorite mazes including the Hayride, Trick or Treat, Midnight Mortuary, and (S)Laughterhouse – a newly revamped maze for 2022.
When: Now through Monday, Oct. 31 at 7 p.m.
Where: 4730 Crystal Springs Dr., L.A., 90027.
Tickets: General admission tickets start at $39.99; buy them here.
Trick or Treating at Westfield (Century City & Topanga): Westfield Century City and Westfield Topanga are hosting trick-or-treating stations for Halloween. Guests will feel like going door-to-door, participating retailers at both centers will be handing out candy to shoppers – costumes encouraged! Families are invited to celebrate Halloween with candy, activities, and more.
When: Monday, Oct. 31 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Westfield Topanga, 6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Canoga Park, 91303
Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A.,90067
Tickets: Open to the public
Lili and Aaron DJ Set (Long Beach): Don't let the spooky festivities come to an end just because it's a Monday! For a fun finale to the Halloween season, stop by to see DJ Lili Bird and Aaron spin from 6 – 10 p.m. inside.
When: Monday, Oct. 31 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: The Bamboo Club, 3522 East Anaheim St., Long Beach, 90804
Tickets: Open to the public
Día de los Muertos at Ka'Teen (Hollywood): Chef Wes Avila's Ka'Teen is celebrating Día de los Muertos over two evenings. Festivities include a DJ, tequila and mezcal cocktail specials, fire dancers and an off-menu dish from Chef Avila.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 1 & Wednesday, Nov. 2
Where: Ka'Teen, 6516 Selma Ave., L.A., 90028
Tickets: Reservations are available via Resy
Fall 2022 Reign of Terror Haunted House (Thousand Oaks): Time for some more spooky-tivities! Reign of Terror Haunted House features 10 interconnected attractions, and 135 separate rooms to walk through with frightening characters.
When: Select Nights through Saturday, Nov. 5 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: 225 N. Moorpark Rd., Thousand Oaks, 91360
Tickets: Regular Admission: $30 or $35 (on select nights) or Immediate Access: $55 or $60 (on select nights). Grab your tickets!
