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12 ways to celebrate Halloween on the Eastside
A ghostly graveyard display on the block of 2nd and Chicago streets features tombstones and jack-o’-lanterns.
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This story first appeared on The LA Local.
Get your costumes ready because the Halloween festivities are here!
From parties and scary movie screenings to galleries and trunk-or-treats, here are events to check out on the Eastside this spooky season.
Halloween gallery at East LA Film Shop
East LA Film Shop is partnering with Amigas Photogenicas to bring a Halloween-themed exhibit showcasing local photographers. The night will include music, giveaways, a photo booth, treats and more. Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded to the best-dressed.
When: 6 - 11 p.m., Oct. 23
Where: East LA Film Shop, 3541 E. 1st St., Los Angeles
More info here.
Museum on Haunted Hill: A celebration of Vincent Price
The Vincent Price Art Museum will host a celebration honoring horror actor icon Vincent Price. Enjoy screenings of his films as well as a costume party, with music, a photo booth and access to the exhibitions.
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When: 5 - 8 p.m., Oct. 23
Where: Vincent Price Art Museum, 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Monterey Park
Cost: $50, free for VPAM members
More info here.
Horror movie night at Birrieria Don Boni
Writer and director Glitzel Gonzalez is hosting a double feature horror movie screening of “Lost Boys” and “Trick R Treat” to help fund her film, “NecalliI,” which highlights generations of immigrants facing ICE raids. The night will also include horror trivia, a costume contest, vendors and themed drinks and food.
When: Doors open at 7 p.m., Oct. 24
Where: Birrieria Don Boni, 1845 1st St., Los Angeles
Cost: $20
More info here.
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Halloween party at Eastside Luv
Enjoy a fun night out at Eastside Luv’s Halloween Party presented by Bad Taste and Last Rockeros. Live bands will perform sets of garage rock, punk, and rock en español. Vinyl DJs will also play a set.
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Age: 21 and over
When: Doors open at 8 p.m., Oct. 31
Where: Eastside Luv, 1835 1st St., Los Angeles
Cost: $13
More info here.
Boyle Heights: Most Haunted Tours
Hollenbeck Terrace used to be Linda Vista Hospital.
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When: 6 - 9:30 p.m., Oct. 31
Where: Hollenbeck Park, 415 S. St. Louis St., Los Angeles
Cost: $28.52
Get your tickets here.
Halloweenizate 2026
Join The Wall Las Memorias’ 4th annual Halloween celebration, a night of community, wellness and costumes created for LGBTQ+ adults. The event will feature food, dancing, performances, mental health and wellness resources, and prizes for best costumes.
Age: 18 and over
When: 7 - 9 p.m., Oct. 30
Where: The Wall Las Memorias, 2020 E. 1st St., Los Angeles
Register here.
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Trunk or Treat at Wilson High School
Wilson High School’s 5th annual Trunk or Treat event will include spooky activities, surprises and treats for the entire family. Don’t miss the opportunity to take photos at the pumpkin patch and create something special at the arts and crafts table.
When: 3 - 5 p.m., Oct. 24
Where: Wilson High School, 4500 Multnomah St, Los Angeles
More info here.
Legacy’s Halloween Harvest
Get your costumes ready because the Halloween festivities are here!
When: 4 - 7:30 p.m., Oct. 26
Where: Legacy LA, 1350 San Pablo St., Los Angeles
More info here.
Halloween party at Lincoln Park
The Lincoln Park Recreation Center is hosting a Halloween party for the entire family. Enjoy a spooktacular night of carnival games, mariachi performances, jumpers and a costume contest that begins at 6:30 p.m. A screening of the movie “Coco” will start at 7:15 p.m.
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When: 5 - 9 p.m., Oct. 30
Where: Lincoln Park Recreation Center, 3501 Valley Blvd., Los Angeles
More info here.
Halloween Slime Party
The El Sereno Walking Club and Amara Colectiva are teaming up to bring a slime party for kids this Halloween. The community event will include a slime station, music, treats and drinks for the kids. The event is free but space is limited to 30 kids, so be sure to register online here.
When: 10 a.m. - noon, Oct. 31
Where: Guardia Park, 410 Garden Homes Ave., Los Angeles
More info here.
Wababoo! Bash Halloween
The Wabash Recreation Center is hosting an all-ages Halloween costume party. Kids will have the opportunity to trick-or-treat, play games, do face painting and enjoy some food.
When: Noon - 4 p.m., Oct. 31
Where: Wabash Recreation Center, 2765 Wabash Ave., Los Angeles
“It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” screening at Libros Schmibros Lending Library
Libros Schmibros will screen “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” to mark the film’s 60th anniversary. Costumes are encouraged and free candy will be provided for those who attend.
When: 4 - 6 p.m., Oct. 31
Where: Libros Schmibros Lending Library, 103 N Boyle Ave., Los Angeles
More info here.
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