Brave the shadows that loom over Whittier this Halloween, armed with our all-encompassing guide to the most spine-tingling events and supernatural hotspots. Our Halloween handbook serves up scares for Whittier natives and newcomers to the night.
One popular attraction this season is the Tricks or Treat Village, where families can enjoy a festive atmosphere filled with Halloween-themed activities and candy galore. Additionally, the Nights of the Jack LA features stunning displays of handcrafted jack-o'-lanterns that create an enchanting experience for all ages. And the Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor, with its chilling maze and festive eats, is something you definitely don’t want to miss. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Whittier
- Trick or Treat Village (Various)
- The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor (festive eats and treats) (Long Beach)
- Magic of the Jack-o’-Lanterns (South El Monte)
- Nights of the Jack LA (Calabasas)
- Museum Ghost Tour
- Trick-or-Treat at the Whittier Museum
- Ghouls Night Fall Fest (Long Beach)
- Sunday Funday Fall Fest at Bella Terra (Huntington Beach)
- Bella Terra Classic Halloween Scarolers (Huntington Beach)
- All Saints Lunatic Asylum (Apple Valley)
See these and even more events listed below!
Whittier Area Haunted Experiences
The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor (festive eats and treats)
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration featuring haunted mazes, secret speakeasies, and thrilling games.
Description:
The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor is Southern California’s most haunted Halloween event. Each fall, the Queen Mary transforms into a massive Halloween festival featuring haunted mazes, hundreds of monsters, immersive attractions, live entertainment, VIP experiences, themed bars and lounges, carnival rides, festive eats and treats, and instagrammable moments. This year’s event includes new mazes, secret speakeasies, and thrilling games like axe throwing and pirate-themed shooting.
Where: Long Beach | More Info: The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor (festive eats and treats)
Museum Ghost Tour
What to Expect:
A guided flashlight tour through the candlelight halls of the Whittier Museum to hear local ghost stories.
Description:
Join Jacob Caputo, the creator of the popular Haunted Whittier: Ghosts, Myths, and Legends tour, for a spooky flashlight tour of the Whittier Museum. Each tour lasts approximately one hour and includes stories of local ghosts. The event will take place on October 29th with tour times at 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM, and 9:00 PM.
Where: Whittier | More Info: Museum Ghost Tour
All Saints Lunatic Asylum
What to Expect:
Immersive and terrifying experience within a fictional asylum setting.
Description:
All Saints Lunatic Asylum is a professional haunted house attraction emulating a real asylum for entertainment purposes. Located in Apple Valley, California, it offers a terrifying experience with its immersive sets and talented actors. The event is not recommended for the faint-hearted, children under 10, or pregnant women. It is open for most major holidays and every Friday the 13th, with specific dates in October and November.
Where: Apple Valley | More Info: All Saints Lunatic Asylum
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Whittier
Trick or Treat Village
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration with a variety of activities including haunted houses, live concerts, and family-friendly games.
Description:
Trick or Treat Village is a Halloween celebration hosted by LA County Parks, transforming parks into haunted houses of horror. The event features game booths, free candy, live concerts, costume contests, and dances. Additionally, there will be movie nights, pumpkin carvings, and other activities. It's a family-friendly event where you can come in costume and bring the whole family along.
Where: Various | More Info: Trick or Treat Village
Nights of the Jack LA
What to Expect:
An immersive 1-mile walking trail with over 20 themed scenes and interactive digital carnival games.
Description:
Nights of the Jack LA is an immersive Halloween experience featuring a 1-mile walking trail with over 20 themed scenes, hand-carved jack-o'-lanterns, and interactive digital carnival games. The event includes live pumpkin carvings, face painting, and a Spookeasy bar offering seasonal cocktails and hot cider. Guests can also enjoy AR photo moments and lantern art activations, making it a family-friendly and festive celebration of Halloween.
Where: Calabasas | More Info: Nights of the Jack LA
Magic of the Jack-o’-Lanterns
What to Expect:
An immersive experience with vibrant, glowing pumpkin sculptures and captivating pumpkin carvings.
Description:
Magic of the Jack O'Lanterns is a family-friendly event featuring a glowing trail of over 7,000 hand-carved pumpkins, including a nautical seascape, pirate ship, dinosaurs, and dragons. The event includes larger-than-life pumpkin displays, live entertainment, s'mores stations, unique photo opportunities, and a fun zone with a massive bounce pad and slides. It is perfect for all ages and offers a variety of delicious food and beverages.
Where: South El Monte | More Info: Magic of the Jack-o’-Lanterns
Ghouls Night Fall Fest
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration with a variety of spooky and fun activities for all ages.
Description:
Ghouls Night Fall Fest is a spooktacular celebration marking 2ND & PCH's five-year anniversary. The event features eerie entertainment, hauntingly good music, trick-or-treating fun, costume contests, and spine-tingling surprises. Whether you're a friendly ghost or a wicked witch, there's something for everyone at this hauntingly delightful event.
Where: Long Beach | More Info: Ghouls Night Fall Fest
Trick-or-Treat at the Whittier Museum
What to Expect:
A fun and candy-filled Halloween celebration with no scare actors or frightful effects.
Description:
Trick-or-Treat at the Whittier Museum is a family-friendly event where visitors can explore the decorated museum and collect candy. The event is free and will be held on Sunday, October 27th, from 12 PM to 4 PM. Staff and volunteers will pass out candy to all visitors, and the museum is encouraging candy donations to make the event a success.
Where: Whittier | More Info: Trick-or-Treat at the Whittier Museum
Sunday Funday Fall Fest at Bella Terra
What to Expect:
A vibrant celebration of fall with a variety of activities and entertainment.
Description:
Join Bella Terra for a festive Sunday Funday Fall Fest, featuring DJ and live music, photo opportunities, face painting, fall crafts, and kid activities. Enjoy permanent jewelry and tooth gems, along with eats and brews from various Bella Terra establishments. This community event is free to attend and welcomes pets and families.
Where: Huntington Beach | More Info: Sunday Funday Fall Fest at Bella Terra
Bella Terra Classic Halloween Scarolers
What to Expect:
Spooky performers singing frightening Halloween songs and ghoulish scarols.
Description:
Experience a hauntingly good time at Bella Terra with the Classic Halloween Scarolers. These spooky performers will be lurking around the center, singing frightening Halloween songs and ghoulish scarols. Enjoy the eerie atmosphere as you stroll through Bella Terra, immersing yourself in the festive Halloween spirit. The event promises to be a terrifyingly good time for all ages.
Where: Huntington Beach | More Info: Bella Terra Classic Halloween Scarolers
Pumpkin Patch Splash
What to Expect:
A floating pumpkin patch where participants can pick their own pumpkins while enjoying swimming fun.
Description:
The Pumpkin Patch Splash at Palm Park Pool in Whittier, CA, is a unique Halloween event where participants can dive into a floating pumpkin patch, enjoy swimming fun, and engage in festive activities. This event is open to all ages and features a heated pool, making it a warm and wacky experience for the fall season.