Local Halloween Events
Halloween is quickly approaching and there is no shortage of ways in which it can be celebrated. For those looking for a good scare, there are plently of spine-tingling events to choose from. Knott’s Berry Farm is hosting its 34th Annual Halloween Haunt. This terrifying event features 12 themed mazes, 6 shows, 4 scare zones, and over 1,000 monsters lurking throughout the park. The Six Flags Fright Fest offers Halloween fun for everyone. The park is family friendly during the day featuring Halloween activities that are more appropriate for children. At 6:00pm frightening ghouls begin to appear and the park quickly transforms to cater to those looking for a good scare. Six mazes, five shows, and four scare zones can be found throughout the park and there is plenty to see and do. Queen Mary’s Shipwreck takes place aboard the historic Queen Mary ocean liner docked at the Long Beach Harbor. Legend has it that this ship is haunted year round so it is the perfect location for a Halloween fright night. There are a variety of spooky events aboard this vessel including seven mazes, two nightly dance parties, and live bands. Universal Studios is hosting Hollywood Horror Nights with several scare zones. The most exciting aspect of this year’s event is that entrance to the back lot will be granted for the first time. The idea is to be on the set of a live horror film.
If being terrified is not exactly what you have in mind to celebrate Halloween, there are also family friendly events to choose from. Disney’s Halloween Time provides family fun without the scare factor. There are plenty of Halloween activities for kids of all ages. One of the main attractions is the Haunted Mansion, which is transformed to reflect Tim Burton’s film, “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” The Los Angeles Zoo will host their annual Boo at the Zoo event on October 28 and 29. During this event, the zoo is transformed for Halloween fun featuring performances, face-painting, and trick-or-treating. Of course snakes, spiders, and other creepy crawlers can be spotted at this Halloween event also. One of the most traditional ways to get in the Halloween spirit is to carve a pumpkin. All of the necessary tools for this activity, including the perfect pumpkin, can be found at Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch in West Hollywood. There are also a variety of fun activities for kids including a petting zoo, maze, pony rides, jumpin’ pumpkin, and more.
Finally, if you are looking to go out in costume on Halloween night, the West Hollywood Halloween Carnival has a reputation for hosting the largest and best outdoor adult costume party. This event promises plenty of entertainment including live bands. If you simply must include your pet in all of this Halloween fun, the Annual Pet Halloween Costume Contest takes place in West Hollywood on October 22nd at 10:00am.
Regardless of how you intend to spend your Halloweeen, or the days leading up to it, there are several events in and around Los Angeles to choose from.