Los Angeles October 2024

Los Angeles October 2024 Events

Los Angeles October 2024 Events

Enjoy the Halloween-Themed Theatrics that Los Angeles has to Offer this Month

Average temperature low and high: 60° - 79°
Things start to cool down slightly in October, but days are still pleasant and warm with little rain. Home to lots of movie and television studios, it's no secret that Los Angeles is well known for its entertainment scene, and Halloween is a perfect time to experience it. There are lots of unique Halloween events with realistic actors bound to scare you. In addition to Halloween events, the month welcomes Oktoberfest along with other annual festivals to enjoy.

October Event Calendar

Coldplay

Although they haven't released a new album since 2021’s Music of the Spheres, Chris Martin and Coldplay continue to pack venues and draw crowds. The band has been successful for more than two decades now and is known for their politics as much as their music. Coldplay famously supports environmental causes and does their best to make concerts sustainable while minimizing waste. There are even bikes the audience can pedal to generate electricity. Tickets are on sale

Hamilton

Don't miss the triumphant return of the Broadway phenomenon Hamilton to the Hollywood Pantages Theatre at 6233 Hollywood Blvd. Lin-Manuel Miranda's Tony Award-winning smash musical tells the story of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton through foot-stomping hip-hop, rap, R&B, and pop. Hamilton is as educational as it is entertaining, and could be the best history lesson you've had since grade school! Don't throw away your shot! Reserve your seats for this revolutionary show now!

Universal Studios - Halloween Horror Nights

Universal Studios - Halloween Horror Nights

Face your fears at Universal Studios™ Halloween Horror Nights™ this month. One of the most popular ways to celebrate Halloween, Universal Studios turns its theme park into a real-life scary movie. It will feature 8 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, a stage show, and thrilling rides at Universal Studios. This year's haunted house themes include Terror Tram: Enter the Blumhouse, so shrill-seekers are in for a good time. Costumes and masks are not allowed at this event. It's recommended for ages over 13. Tickets start at $77.

Hans Zimmer Live

Experience Hans Zimmer Live at Crypto.com Arena on October 1 and 11, 2024. The legendary film composer brings his award-winning tour to North America after a sold-out European run. Known for redefining the concert experience, Zimmer, along with his live band and orchestra, will perform scores from some of cinema’s greatest films. The audio-visual show combines newly arranged concert suites with visuals that transport you into your favorite movies. Secure your tickets now.

American Idiot

Green Day's energetic rock opera American Idiot returns to L.A. with a bold new production by Center Theatre Group, produced in collaboration with Deaf West Theatre. Featuring both Deaf and hearing actors, American Idiot is performed simultaneously in ASL and spoken English. Don't miss this ground-breaking performance at the Mark Taper Forum at 135 N. Grand Ave. in Los Angeles. Reserve your seats now!

Oktoberfest in Orange County

Oktoberfest in Orange County

Orange County’s longest-running and most authentic Oktoberfest is back at The Phoenix Club's new location at 375 W. Central Ave. in Brea. Oktoberfest is every Saturday and Sunday throughout October. Celebrate with German food, beer on tap, live bands, polka dancing, plus indoor and outdoor entertainment. The Phoenix Club's Oktoberfest has been going strong for over 60 years! Saturdays are 21+, while Sundays promise fun for the whole family! 

Fly Into The Blue: Airshow Viewing Experience 2024

Fly Into The Blue: Airshow Viewing Experience 2024

The two-day Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach showcases the world's best display teams who perform spectacular stunts – flying right over the Pacific Ocean. The weekend affair delivers an action-packed lineup of events featuring the world’s best aviators, an exhilarating boat race around Catalina Island, live music on the beach, and so much more. During the airshow, Paséa will have multiple viewing areas for locals and guests including: - The expansive Ocean Lawn which offers unhindered views of the ocean & sky – great for families and large groups. - Treehouse Lounge (21+) where visitors can enjoy a bird’s eye view of the airshow with rooftop seating and cocktails in hand.

Punk in Drublic Craft Beer & Music Festival: NOFX

Don’t miss your chance to be part of punk rock history at the final stop of the NOFX tour during the Punk in Drublic Fest in Los Angeles, October 4 to 6, at Berth 46 in San Pedro, CA. This three-day event celebrates NOFX’s career with different lineups each day, featuring the band and their punk rock friends. Enjoy live music across two stages, unlimited craft beer tastings from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., and a diverse selection of food vendors and trucks. VIP packages offer exclusive perks, and kids 5 and under get in free. Secure your tickets today.

Halloween Hootenanny Craft Beer Fest

Obscura LB presents the 4th annual Halloween Hootenanny Craft Beer Fest at the Museum of Latin America Art. This year, there will be a line-up of craft beers from all over the world as well as local wineries & cideries. Sip and enjoy as you take a walk through the macabre merchant marketplace or while visiting the food vendors. Costumes are encouraged, and the venue promises sinister surprises to be had. Don’t be scared; purchase your tickets today.  

Escape Halloween

Escape Halloween

Once again, San Bernardino hosts the Escape Halloween festival. The "world of escape" promises multiple stages and a terrifying world of thrills. You'll want to attend both days, as there are 150,000 square feet of monstrous beats and contortionist performances to see. Join the inhabitants of Voodoo Village for their seance, and dance with freaks and fortune-tellers. Not to mention, there are 3D glow-in-the-dark structures to explore.

The Great Gatsby Party

The Great Gatsby Party

Get out your flashy threads, Old Sport, and step back into the iconic era of the roaring 20s to enjoy a night of glamour and decadence. The Great Gatsby Party returns to the Majestic in Los Angeles on October 25 and 26th. and features aerialists, acrobats, dancers, and musical performances for entertainment; gourmet hors d'oeuvres and craft cocktails; speakeasy experiences with casino access; and more. Tickets start at $95 and increase to $125 closer to the party date. VIP tickets and table service are also available. They can be purchased online. 

Annual Halloween Bar Crawl - Los Angeles

Annual Halloween Bar Crawl - Los Angeles

Get ready to crawl this year at the Annual Halloween Bar Crawl in Los Angeles. Hundreds of people show up every year to flaunt their scariest costumes while enjoying food, free drinks, and no cover charges at any of the bars. Some of last year's spooky bar participants include Beelman's Pub, Hidef Brewing, The Falls, Pattern Bar and more. Not ready to call it a night? Don't be scared. Attend the after-party beginning at 10 PM. Maybe you'll even win their costume contest. Single and group tickets are available.

West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval

West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval

No place loves Halloween more than West Hollywood! The annual West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval returns with live entertainment, food trucks, and a parade of ghouls, goblins, and costumed partygoers. The iconic Halloween Carnaval is free and takes place on Halloween along Santa Monica Boulevard between N. Doheny Drive and N. La Cienega Boulevard.

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