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Halloween season brings plenty of ways to get into the spooky spirit around Los Angeles. From haunted houses and horror-themed mazes to eerie nighttime experiences and Halloween street celebrations, there's something for fans of all things scary.
If you're looking for more than a typical Halloween party, these attractions offer different ways to spend the season. Here are some of the Halloween experiences around LA that made our list for 2026. |
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Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood |
| One of Southern California's biggest Halloween events, Halloween Horror Nights transforms Universal Studios Hollywood into a nighttime horror experience. Guests can explore haunted houses inspired by popular horror films and television shows, walk through scare zones, and experience the Terror Tram.
It's a popular choice for horror fans who enjoy immersive attractions, detailed sets, and plenty of unexpected scares. |
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| | Los Angeles Haunted Hayride |
| For a Halloween experience with a more traditional haunted attraction feel, the Los Angeles Haunted Hayride is worth checking out.
Set in Griffith Park, the event brings visitors into a fictional Halloween town filled with creepy characters, haunted mazes, and other spooky encounters. The nighttime hayride is the main attraction, taking guests through a series of unsettling scenes. |
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Dark Harbor at the Queen Mary |
| A historic ship provides the setting for one of Southern California's more atmospheric Halloween attractions.
Dark Harbor takes place aboard the Queen Mary and features haunted mazes, eerie characters, live entertainment, and nighttime experiences throughout the ship. Its history and unusual setting add another element to the event, making it different from a typical haunted house. |
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| | | Knott's Scary Farm is a longtime Halloween destination for those who enjoy more intense scares. The event features haunted mazes, scare zones, themed entertainment, and nighttime rides.
Visitors can explore different horror-inspired environments throughout the park, with costumed performers and special effects creating an unsettling atmosphere. |
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Fright Fest at Six Flags Magic Mountain |
| If you want to combine roller coasters with Halloween scares, Fright Fest at Six Flags Magic Mountain offers both.
The seasonal event features haunted mazes, scare zones, creepy characters, and nighttime entertainment throughout the park. Visitors can also enjoy select rides after dark, making it an option for those who want a mix of thrills and horror. |
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| | The Horror Show at the Academy Museum |
| Not every Halloween experience has to involve jump scares. For fans of horror movies, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures offers a different way to explore the genre.
The Horror Show exhibition looks at the history and influence of horror cinema through film-related displays and themed galleries. It's an opportunity to learn more about the movies, filmmakers, and creative work behind some of the genre's most memorable moments. |
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West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval |
| For a Halloween celebration that focuses more on costumes and entertainment than haunted houses, the West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval is a major annual event.
The street celebration draws large crowds, with elaborate costumes, creative outfits, and plenty of opportunities for people-watching. It's a different kind of Halloween night out, especially for those who prefer a lively street festival over a haunted attraction. |
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Los Angeles has plenty of ways to celebrate Halloween, from full-scale haunted attractions and horror-themed theme park events to movie exhibitions and large street celebrations.
Whether you enjoy haunted mazes, classic horror films, or simply getting dressed up for Halloween night, there's an experience worth adding to your seasonal plans.
Keep these spots in mind when Halloween season rolls around again. |
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