Happy Halloween Month! Itâs time for Golden State Ghoulsâs 31 Days Of Halloween! With so many spooky attractions and events happening in SoCal, weâve put together a list of some of our top âmust-seeâ haunts, theatre experiences, spooky events, movie releases, and more, giving you something Halloween-y to do every day of the month!
Most of these haunts and activities are open select days throughout the month (some are year-round!), so make sure to visit their sites for additional dates and information. While weâve included brief descriptions and age suggestions, we also recommend visiting each attractionâs website for age, health, and mobility restrictions.
Saturday, October 1 – Knottâs Scary Farm
Buena Park, CA â Knottâs Scary Farm â the granddaddy of them allâ is the largest and most haunting Halloween event in Southern California, with unimaginable scares and innovative thrills that canât be found anywhere else. The fully transformed theme park features uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog and hiding in every corner of the park. These haunted attractions have the ingredients of a truly terrifying nightmare. But unlike most dreams, Knottâs Scary Farm is a nightmare you canât wake up from — which makes it the thing to do for Halloween.
Recommended for 13+
Sunday, October 2 – Shaqtoberfest outside The Queen Mary
Long Beach, CA â The ultimate Halloween destination for family-friendly trick-or-treating, ghoulish games, delicious treats, specialty libations, frightfully fun nighttime haunted trails and exciting live entertainment that encapsulates Shaquille OâNealâs playful personality. Located alongside one of Los Angelesâ most haunted landmarks, SHAQTOBERFEST will include six thrilling Halloween-themed areas for guests to explore, each featuring Halloween trails, games, live entertainment, food and beverage vendors and more. The experience will be narrated by OâNealâs instantly recognizable voice.
All Ages! Note that the event will get scarier at Witching Hour starting at 8pm
Monday, October 3 – Monday Magick with Micah The Magician at Zombie Joeâs Underground Theatre Group
North Hollywood, CA â Zombie Joeâs Underground Theatre Group celebrates their 30th anniversary season with their all-new interactive magic-sĂ©ance spectacular: Monday Magick with Micah the Magician! The ONLY interactive magic show where YOU are the MAGICIAN â AND the MEDIUM! Starring professional magician Micah Cover â straight from The Magic Castle and Penn and Teller: Fool Us! Just in time for Halloween! Written and Directed by Micah Cover and produced by Zombie Joe.
For Ages 13+
Tuesday, October 4 – Rogerâs Gardens âNightmareâ Boutique
Corona Del Mar, CA – Rogerâs Gardensâ Halloween Boutique, a Southern California shopping destination for creatively curated Halloween dĂ©cor and one-of-a-kind Halloween artisan pieces, is now open! Rogerâs Gardens has been creating this amazing experience for over 30 years. This yearâs theme is NIGHTMARE, their own take on spooky season favorite The Nightmare Before Christmas.
All Ages!
Wednesday, October 5 – Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort
Anaheim, CA – Spirit away for eerily awesome fun with themed attractions, entertainment and more â in both Disneyland and California Adventure!
All ages!
Thursday, October 6 – 17th Door
Fullerton, CA – Evil pervades this space which has become a black reality. The question is⊠Will it become yours? Go cautiously, as the prisoners of Perpetuumâs cell blocks have no concept of confinement and are thirsty for the sweet-smelling blood of new victims. No one escapes. Your only hope is to survive.
Recommended for ages 16+ (not suitable for children)
Friday, October 7 – Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal City, CA – Summon your scream squad to Universal Studios Hollywoodâs Halloween Horror Nights with 8 haunted houses, the Terror Tram, scare zones, a live show and exhilarating attractions. Whether youâre a superfan, here for the snacks or selfies, scared of everything or skeptical of everyone, remember, never go alone.
Recommended for 13+
Saturday, October 8 – Ghosted: Reply or Die
Los Angeles, CA â A fast-paced walkthrough from Murder House Productions where youâre the test subject for the âhuman trialâ phase of a mysterious experiment.
Recommended for 13+
Sunday, October 9 – Fright Fest at Six Flags Magic Mountain
Valencia, CA – Six Flags Magic Mountainâs 29th season of Fright Fest is back with 23 terrifying nights of monsters, ghouls, and creepy characters ready to strike fear in any one who crosses their path. The bone-chilling lineup of attractions features a daunting new haunted house, two new spine-tingling scare zones, an ominous new show, and a new haunted happy hour.
Recommended for ages 13+
Monday, October 10 – Hocus Pocus 2
Streaming on Disney+ â Itâs been 29 years since someone lit the Black Flame Candle and resurrected the 17th-century Sanderson sisters, and they are looking for revenge. Now it is up to three high-school students to stop the ravenous witches from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before dawn on All Hallowâs Eve.
Rated PG
Tuesday, October 11 – Icons of Darkness
Los Angeles, CA – Representing over 100 years of Hollywood film history curated and collected over the last 60 years, Icons of Darkness offers a chance get up close and personal with hundreds of its most spectacular items. This exhibition is a unique opportunity to experience one of the worldâs most extensive, privately-owned collections of authentic sci-fi, fantasy, and horror film memorabilia! The HOLLYWOOD HALLOWEEN Experience is an extra-scary 1/2 guided tour through the World-famous Icons of Darkness exhibit enhanced with live-actor jump scares!
Parental discretion advised
Wednesday, October 12 – Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch
Redlands, CA – This is the LARGEST outdoor pumpkin patch in Southern California. Open from 4 to 9pm, there is much more to do than just see pumpkins. Check out the Corn Maze, Hay Pyramid, Petting Zoo, Corn Cob Beach, Fun Slide, Pumpkin Wheel⊠you could spend a week here! Make sure to check out their attractions page for a map and full list of all of their offerings. And donât worry parents⊠they have great food and adult drinks too!
All ages!
Thursday, October 13 – The Willows
Los Angeles, CA â They make the Addams Family look like The Brady Brunch. This iconic LA family has opened their doors once again to friends and fans, just in time for Halloween. Set in a sprawling early 20th century 10,000 square foot mansion on the most haunted block in Los Angeles, The Willows gained legend status in its 3 year sold-out run (2017-2019) as a one-of-a-kind must-see-it-to-believe-it cult hit.
21+ only
Friday, October 14 – Stu’s House Party presented by Mystic Museum
North Hollywood, CA â A Scream themed club night featuring live band, dj, themed photo ops, themed drink and food menu, costume contest and more! Cosplay encouraged!
21+ only
Saturday, October 15 – Haunt âO Ween
Woodland Hills, CA – Haunt Oâ Ween is an immersive family-friendly playground full of Halloween adventures and fun! Explore 150,000 sqft. full of trick-or-treating in the town of Haunt Oâ Ween, pumpkin picking and carving, face painting, performances, immersive Halloween-themed tunnels, and a whopping 35,000 pumpkins on display!
All ages!
Sunday, October 16 – Fear Farm
Phelan, CA – The home haunt turned pro haunt is back and better than ever! Lose yourself inside 2 haunted mazes, Grimstone Ghost Town, and the Haunted Hayride.
Parental discretion advised
Monday, October 17 – Terrifier 2
In Theaters â After being resurrected by a sinister entity, Art the Clown returns to the timid town of Miles County where he targets a teenage girl and her younger brother on Halloween night.
Not Rated â (NOT FOR CHILDREN) extreme gore, and violence, just like the first one!
Tuesday, October 18 – Carved at Descanso Gardens
La Cañada Flintridge, CA â For three weeks in October, hundreds of carved pumpkins will line the Camellia Forest. This yearâs event will be bigger and better than before, with all kinds of new activities. Along with the pumpkins, the ever-popular pumpkin house, hay maze, and holiday-themed food and beverages will return.
All Ages!
Wednesday, October 19 – The Weeping Witch at Cross Roads Escape Games
Anaheim, CA â The Weeping Witch is a spirit that lures people close by mimicking the sound of a woman crying. When people hear its wails, they follow the sound into the darkness, thinking someone needs help. Once they get close enough, the Witch attacks and slowly sucks the life out of its victims. If you choose to enter Madam Rubyâs study, that is what is awaiting you. Will you be able to banish the evil spirit and end your family curse before the Weeping Witch consumes your soul? This escape room is rated Hard. Read our review HERE!
Recommended for ages 14+
Thursday, October 20 – Tunnel of Terror Haunted Carwash
Anaheim & Fontana Locations, CA â Starting at $30 per car, Residents of Southern California are welcomed to come with their family and friends to experience a one-of-a-kind Halloween thrill, filled with chills and Terror to delight the entire group. The Tunnel of Terror is a carefully curated experience, with scary and creepy performers popping up throughout the wash, and special effects providing a terrifying ambiance. Participants can also expect unique surprises each night!
Parental discretion advised
Friday, October 21 – Dark Harvest
Anaheim, CA â Dark Harvest provides an intense, horror and fearful-based experience designed for an adult audience. Book your visit to âShady Pines Asylumâ fast before appointments fill up!
Recommended for ages 13+
Saturday, October 22 – The Haunted Harvest
Chino, CA â The scariest harvest around features super scary vignettes inside a real corn maze. Located at Chinoâs Frosty’s Forest & Pumpkin Patch.
Recommended for ages 13+ and not for the faint of heart (very gory!)
Sunday, October 23 – Castle Dark
Riverside, CA â True nightmares come out, when Castle Park transforms into fright-filled Castle Dark. The Evil Morgana has opened her spell book, summoning haunts, ghouls, and monsters from every nook. Sheâs captured Merlin and locked him away, leaving you alone to navigate sinister traps and find your own way. Frightening characters on every corner haunt three new mazes, where scare zones abound.
Recommended for ages 13+
Monday, October 24 – Los Angeles Haunted Hayride
Los Angeles, CA â Guests can expect a return to Midnight Falls – a strange town thatâs Halloween year round, featuring fan favorite mazes including the Hayride, Trick or Treat, Midnight Mortuary, and (S)Laughterhouse – a newly revamped maze for 2022. Monte Revolta – the self appointed Mayor of Midnight Falls – will be also making a triumphant return with his highly anticipated nightly Town Square performances.
Recommended for ages 12+
Tuesday, October 25 – Nights of the Jack
Calabasas, CA – Nights of the Jack has summoned Jack oâ lanterns from every mystical sphere and devised a spooktacular illuminated light show under the autumn sky! Itâs not just an illusion, itâs an experience. You donât want to miss this hair-raising feast for the senses. Brace yourself with a hot cider or seasonal cocktail from the Spookeasy bar and fortify your little ones with some festive fall treats.
All Ages!
Wednesday, October 26 – Delusion: Valley of Hollows
Pomona, CA – Guests play the role of Deprogrammers; those meant to help rescue people from the influence of cults. During the 1970âs there was an influx of cults popping up around the United States such as Jonestown, Children of God and The Manson Family. Playing upon this phenomenon, Delusion will delve into an era and theme never before explored, swallowing its guests into its most disturbing interactive play to date.
Ages 12+
Thursday, October 27 – Coffin Creek
Corona, CA – Visit 5 independently owned and operated mazes all in one location: The Brimstone Asylum for the Criminally Insane, The Catacombs and the Raven Cult, The Curse of VooDoo Bayou, Shady Hollow Hayride, and The Dark Realm. Enjoy treats and vendors at The Dark Shadow Marketplace.
Recommended for 12+
Friday, October 28 – The Boulet Brothersâ Los Angeles Halloween Ball 2022
Los Angeles, CA â (Friday AND Saturday!) The Boulet Brothers 21st Annual World Famous Los Angeles Halloween Ball 2022. Two nights of terror hosted by the Boulet Brothers. 3 Levels of Music, Performance, and Terror featured throughout a Nightclub Haunted Mansion
21+ Only!
Saturday, October 29 – Reign of Terror
Thousand Oaks, CA – Reign of Terror Haunted House is the largest, indoor walk-through haunted house attraction in Southern California. Continuously operating since 1999, it features more than 135 custom rooms in 10 different, inter-connected haunt-themed sections. Itâs packed with terrifying scenes, swarms of living and mechanical monstrous characters, amazing scary props, and countless spectacular special effects. All designed to give you a thrilling and fun time.
Recommended for 13+
Sunday, October 30 – House of Spirits
Los Angeles, CA â An immersive theatrical cocktail soirĂ©e, where adults do Halloween in a haunted mansion. Experience the haunting tale of Lady Medb who after being impregnated by a black-horned devil, gave birth to the devilâs child in Vaughan Hall. The fires of Hell instantly ignited and consumed the room in flames, burning all alive. Thus goes the legend of Vaughan Hall, but what really happened to the Vaughan clan was much more disturbing.
21+ Only!
Monday, October 31, HALLOWEEN! – Cemetery Lane
Los Angeles, CA – Located within the gated, safe and secure “neighborhood” of Heritage Square Museum, Cemetery Lane features 13 themed trick-r-treat stops and other surprises for kids of all ages. Presented by Black Cat Orange, producers of Midsummer Scream, in partnership with Heritage Square.
All ages!
