Events
Terror With A View: Insidious
Oct. 30. Get ready for a night of thrills at iO Rooftop’s movie nights. A special rooftop screening of Insidious offers a spine-chilling evening with unbeatable city views. Indulge in a curated menu, enjoy complimentary snacks, and take advantage of free parking. This unforgettable rooftop experience celebrates all things Halloween. Next Wednesday at 8 p.m. 1400 Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles. 323-762-1000. Get Tickets Now
Cirque du Soleil KOOZA
Starts Oct. 24. Marking its first show by the pier since 2014, Cirque du Soleil brings KOOZA to Santa Monica. The production, set under the big top, follows the journey of The Innocent, a naïve clown searching for his place in the world. His adventure begins when a mysterious item arrives, leading him into an exotic, fantastical realm under the guidance of a mysterious trickster. Opening night starts this Thursday at 8 p.m. 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica. cirquedusoleil.com
KCRW Masquerade Ball
Oct. 25. One of L.A.’s most anticipated Halloween dance parties, KCRW’s Masquerade, invites guests to show off their best costumes at the Mayan this year. Join a lively crowd for a night of spooky fun, with all ticket sales supporting KCRW as non-refundable donations. Friday, 9 p.,.-2 a.m. The Mayan 1038 S. Hill Street, Los Angeles. kcrw.com
Spirits & Spirits
Oct. 26. Clifton’s Republic, the recently reopened L.A. landmark, hosts a night of mystery and history for Halloween. Guests will have access to the Brookdale Dining Hall, Monarch lounge and Gothic lounge, along with a complimentary welcome cocktail. The evening features ghostly burlesque by the Rhythm Howlers, DJ sets and magic. Also for $200, attendees can join a séance led by resident medium Matt Bruce. VIPs also gain exclusive entry to the Tree Tops, a section of Clifton’s not yet open to the public. Saturday at 8 p.m. 648 S. Broadway, Los Angeles.
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The Afterlife Transfer Trolley
Oct. 26-27; Oct. 31. This Halloween season, the Sunset Strip Business Improvement District, in partnership with the City of West Hollywood, introduces the Afterlife Transfer Trolley. Launching this weekend, the haunted hearse-inspired trolley will stop at 12 locations along Sunset Boulevard, where riders will be greeted by the spirits of the Sunset Strip sharing their eerie tales. Snap photos with ghostly riders and enjoy spooky stories from character actors in costume, with treats provided along the way. Starts this Saturday, 8-11 p.m. For specific locations visit thesunsetstrip.com
Food + Drinks
Discover New Harmonies with Japanese Sake
Until Oct. 28. JFOODO is collaborating with select Los Angeles restaurants to highlight unique sake pairings with non-traditional dishes. From October 21 to 28, guests can enjoy sake from top Japanese brewers alongside creative cuisine at Agnes in Pasadena and Kali in Hollywood. Additionally, Wife and The Somm in Glassell Park will offer a special six-course dinner featuring sake pairings. For specific location and hours visit More Information
Pink’s Hot Dogs Turns Blue for Dodgers World Series
Starting Oct. 24. To celebrate the Dodgers’ World Series run against the Yankees, Pink’s Hot Dogs will donate $2,500 to the LA Dodgers Foundation. They are also introducing the “Blues Dog,” a bacon, chili and cheese creation, priced at $7.17 in honor of the Dodgers’ 7 World Series titles and Shohei Ohtani’s number 17. Sunday-Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-midnight. Friday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-2 a.m. 709 N. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles. More Information
STK’s Pumpkin Menu
Now Serving. Celebrate the season at STK Steakhouse with their Welcome Back Pumpkin menu, featuring fall-inspired dishes like pumpkin cocktails, duck burgers, pumpkin ravioli, pumpkin pie and wagyu, available all month long. Also enjoy three special Halloween cocktails—Green Intensity, Black Widow and Poisoned Apple—with $1 from each cocktail donated to breast cancer research. Hours vary. 930 Hilgard Ave., Los Angeles. stksteakhouse.com
“Trick or Drink” Bar Crawl
Until Oct. 31. Experience a Halloween bar crawl through nine of the Sunset Strip’s top venues in one night. Begin at the Den on Sunset to pick up your wristband, which grants access to special prices and themed drinks at West Hollywood’s hottest spots, including the Andaz West Hollywood, Hotel Ziggy, Katana, the Naughty Pig, Saddle Ranch Chop House, Skybar at Mondrian, State Social House and Wokcano. Friday at 6 p.m. Saturday at 4 p.m. Pick wristbands at 8226 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. Get Tickets
Arts + Culture
Spanish Dracula
Oct. 25-27. While Bela Lugosi’s Dracula was filmed by day, a Spanish-language version starring Carlos Villarías was shot at night using the same sets and script. Watch it on the big screen with English subtitles as Resident Conductor Lina González-Granados leads the LA Opera Orchestra in performing a new score by Academy Award-winning composer Gustavo Santaolalla (The Last of Us, Brokeback Mountain), who will also appear as the featured guitar soloist. Friday-Saturday at 8 p.m. Sunday at 2 p.m. 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. lopera.org
An Evening of Film & Music: From Mexico to Hollywood
Oct. 25-27. Co-curated by John Williams and Gustavo Dudamel, this program showcases a captivating blend of musical highlights from Mexican cinema and Hollywood’s silver screen at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. This performance is all about celebrating the rich film traditions of both cultures. Friday-Saturday at 8 p.m. Sunday at 2 p.m. 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. laphil.com
Monster Mash
Oct. 26. The Academy Museum presents a day of Halloween-themed cinematic events, featuring ghostly gallery tours, Universal Studios monster appearances, magic-lantern shows, family workshops and special-effects makeup demos by three Academy members. The film lineup includes Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein, Drácula in 4K and a 70th anniversary screening of Creature From the Black Lagoon in 3D. Saturday at 10:30 a.m. 8949 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. academymuseum.org
Día de los Muertos at Santa Monica
Oct. 26. The Día de los Muertos Celebration will turn the Third Street Promenade into a vibrant tribute to life and death, featuring Aztec dancers, mariachi bands and ballet folklórico. Families can enjoy crafts, games and face painting, while a Latinx popup market by Molcajete Dominguero offers unique items. The event also showcases La Catrina sculptures, Alebrije art by Mexican artist Ricardo Soltero, community altars and art from VIVA LA, celebrating the rich cultural heritage. Saturday, 2-8 p.m. 1351 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica. downtownsm.com
Photo credit: Cheers courtesy of Efren Barahona. KCRW Masquerade Ball by Brian Feinzimer. Dodger’s photo courtesy of Pink’s Hotdog. Cirque du Soleil’s KOOZA courtesy of Matt Beard & Bernard Letendre. Gothic Lounge courtesy of Clifton’s Republic. All other images are courtesy of the venues and businesses featured.
