Halloween season is here, and Los Angeles is going all out. From spooky scavenger hunts in Little Tokyo to trick-or-treating at the L.A. Zoo, costume contests at Union Station, and monster meet-and-greets at the Academy Museum, there are plenty of ways to celebrate. Metro can get you to all of it. Here’s what’s haunting L.A. this October.
Boonion Station returns to Union Station on Halloween with costumes, trick-or-treating, and a DJ
Union Station gets a spooky makeover Halloween night as Boonion Station takes over the South Patio. Costume contests, trick-or-treating, a DJ spinning seasonal tunes, and a Monster Poetry Booth make for a free, family-friendly night out in downtown Los Angeles.
When: Saturday, October 31. Where: Union Station, downtown Los Angeles. Admission: Free.
Go Metro: Take the A, B, D, or J Line to Union Station.
Boo at the Zoo brings trick-or-treating, pumpkin enrichment, and Halloween fun to the L.A. Zoo in Griffith Park
The L.A. Zoo becomes a Halloween destination over two spooky weekends this fall. Trick-or-treating stations, special keeper talks, pumpkin animal enrichment sessions, themed photo ops, and live performances fill the grounds — costumes encouraged for all ages.
When: October 24, 25, 31, and November 1. Where: L.A. Zoo, Griffith Park. Tickets: Visit lazoo.org.
Go Metro: Take the A Line to Lincoln Heights/Cypress Park Station or Bus Line 296 to the L.A. Zoo stop.
Monster Mash at the Academy Museum brings special effects, monster meet-and-greets and film screenings to Mid-Wilshire
The Academy Museum goes full Halloween Saturday, October 24 with Monster Mash — a day packed with special effects makeup tutorials, monster meet-and-greets and tours of the new Horror Show exhibition. Film screenings round out the day with Hotel Transylvania at 11 a.m. for younger guests, Blade at 2:30 p.m. for older kids and teens, and Horror of Dracula closing out the night at 7:30 p.m.
When: Saturday, October 24. Where: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Mid-Wilshire. Tickets: Visit academymuseum.org
Go Metro: Take Metro Bus Line 20 or 720 along Wilshire Boulevard.
Haunted Little Tokyo Scavenger Hunt brings family Halloween fun to Terasaki Budokan
The Haunted Little Tokyo Scavenger Hunt returns Saturday, October 24 for a free, family-friendly adventure through one of L.A.’s most vibrant historic neighborhoods. Costumes are encouraged, and the fun kicks off at 11 a.m. — RSVP required.
When: Saturday, October 24, beginning at 11 a.m. Where: Terasaki Budokan, 249 Los Angeles St., Little Tokyo. Admission: Free with RSVP
Go Metro: Take the A or E Line to Little Tokyo/Arts District Station and walk to Terasaki Budokan.
Spook-A-Nanny at Heritage Square Museum pairs vintage Halloween clips with Bob Baker Marionette magic
Bob Baker Marionette Theater and Screen Novelties team up Sunday, October 18 at Heritage Square Museum for their annual Spook-A-Nanny. Vintage Halloween clips sourced from physical media share the bill with classic Bob Baker Marionette numbers for a one-of-a-kind family evening that feels like stepping into another era.
When: Sunday, October 18. Where: Heritage Square Museum, Highland Park. Tickets: Visit bobbakermarionettetheater.com
Go Metro: Take the A Line to Heritage Square Station and walk to the museum.
The 4th Annual Great Pumpkin Bash
The Great Pumpkin Bash is back! Hosted by Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky and the Board of Public Works, Recreation and Parks, this family-friendly event brings the community together for pumpkin-smashing fun while promoting sustainability and a greener Los Angeles. Enjoy an afternoon of music, delicious food, creative activities, and fun!
When: Sunday, November 1. Where: Pan Pacific Park, 7600 Beverly Blvd., Fairfax. Admission: Free.
Go Metro: Take Metro Bus Line 14 to Beverly/Gardner or Bus Line 16 to 3rd/Gardner.
Go Metro To Halloween
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