Grab your pumpkin spice lattes and prepare yourself for scary mazes and epic shows that'll make you say, 'This is why I live here.' October in LA is full of Halloween thrills, but with so many unmissable events and activities this month, the question is: what are the hottest things to add to your October calendar?" 🗓️🔥
Your 10 Ultimate Events in Los Angeles this October 2024:
(Local Insider Picks)
1. Haute Halloween Party
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 FREE RSVP
Get ready to slay the night away at Haute Halloween: "A Red Carpet Thriller" where VIP glam meets spine-tingling fun in a hauntingly chic soirée. This is the kind of event that'll have you feeling like the main character in your own stylish horror flick (especially if you capture your "scary" or "sexy" look). You might even end up on everyone's "must-follow list" after strutting down that red carpet in your killer costume.
🪄 Insider Tip: If you get a VIP Ticket, you can skip the line.
2. Carved
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $
It's like a pumpkin patch, but fancier. Carved at Descanso Gardens is all about intricately carved pumpkins, stunning light displays, and the Instagrammers vying for the perfect shot of the magic. It's the kind of place where you can finally appreciate pumpkins without the guilt of knowing you'll forget to carve yours until November 1st.
🪄 Insider Tip: Carved is a rain-or-shine event.
3. Cirque du Soleil: Kooza
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $$
On Santa Monica Beach (by Pacific Pier), enter the whimsical world of Cirque du Soleil: Kooza under the Big Top, where acrobatics and clowning collide in a spectacle as dazzling as a Hollywood premiere. This year’s show is packed with jaw-dropping stunts that’ll have you questioning the laws of physics—and maybe your own flexibility.
🪄 Insider Tip: Parking can fill up fast, so arrive early if you can.
4. LA Comic Con
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $
This giant cosplay party celebrating comics, movies, and TV takes place at the LA Convention Center this October. It's an epic event where you can geek out with your friends while meeting your fave celebs. Just be prepared to dodge a few rogue lightsaber swings and brace yourself for some serious fanboys and girls.
🪄 Insider Tip: LA Comic Con is HUGE. Use the app and prioritize the stuff you really want to see.
5. Screamfest
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $$
POV: You're at Screamfest 2024, where the TCL Chinese Theatre becomes a haunted house of cinematic nightmares from October 8-17. It's like a 10-day master class in making you sleep with the lights on and this year’s lineup is packed with indie gems and cult classics that’ll have you clutching your popcorn during this horror film festival.
🪄 Insider Tip: Take advantage of Q&A sessions to ask your questions to directors and actors.
6. The Beverly Hills Art Show
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 FREE
Picture this: The Beverly Gardens Park transforms into an outdoor artistic wonderland. It's the perfect place to snag that statement piece of art for your apartment that'll make your friends go 'Ooh, where'd you get that?' faster than you can say 'It's an original, darling.'
🪄 Insider Tip: Plan your route using the artist directory available online before the show.
7. Juelz Concert
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $
Ready to turn The Bellwether into your personal dance floor on October 4, 2024? There you'll see Juelz drop beats hotter than a Valley heatwave. Make sure to be well-rested and comfortable, as a Juelz concert is so sustainably good that you'll rarely have a chance to catch your breath!
🪄 Insider Tip: It's the final lap and low tickets, so decide quickly.
8. Los Angeles Fashion Week
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $$
Los Angeles Fashion Week is back at the iconic Union Station in Downtown LA, turning the city into a runway of cutting-edge style and designs. From October 17-19, 2024, expect to see bold, trendsetting looks that redefine fashion norms. It's the perfect opportunity to mingle with fashion industry insiders and maybe even take in some style inspiration for your own wardrobe.
🪄 Insider Tip: Dine at Traxx in the heart of Union Station for New American cuisine in an elegant atmosphere.
9. Long Beach Marathon - Bike
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $$
Pedal your way through the streets of Long Beach, California during the Long Beach Marathon - Bike Tour. This 26.2-mile ride takes you on a scenic tour of the city, from the beachfront bike path to the historic neighborhoods and back again. It's a fantastic way to experience the city on two wheels while also enjoying a day of fitness and fun.
🪄 Insider Tip: Parking can be tricky on race day. Look into per-purchasing parking.
10. LA Kings (Home Opener)
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $$
The Los Angeles Kings' home opener for the 2024-25 NHL regular season is scheduled for October 24, 2024, against the San Jose Sharks. This game will take place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The Kings faithful are known for their passionate chants and cheers so don''t be afraid to join in for this thrilling event in Los Angeles this October.
🪄 Insider Tip: Low row, 300 level, center ice (or corner) are great seats for a more affordable price.
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