October 2025: Events in the Community
- Oct 1
- 3 min read
Here are some events around Los Angeles this month. Click the dropdown to see more information about each event.
SoCal Haunt List
Throughout the month - check website for specifics.
What began in 2013 as a homemade flyer featuring 9 houses has since turned into a 300+ list of home haunts and attractions reaching from Ojai to San Diego. And it’s growing every year.
Carved
Open October 3–30, 2025
Don't miss the best of Halloween at Descanso Gardens! Carved is a family-friendly Halloween adventure featuring glowing jack-o'-lanterns, a pumpkin house, Día de los Muertos ofrenda, and more that’s open Oct. 3 – 30. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are on sale now at descansogardens.org.
San Gabriel Dumpling and Beer Fest
Friday, October 3, 2025 | 6-10pm
Started in 2015, the Dumpling and Beer Festival was created to highlight the City’s vibrant culinary scene and attract tourism to the Mission District. Since then, it has evolved into a beloved community celebration that showcases diversity and culture through food, drink, and shared experiences.
SPCC Moon Festival 2025
Saturday October 4th from 11am to 2:30pmSouth Pasadena Community Room and Library Park
Free community event co-hosted by the South Pasadena Chinese-American Club (SPCC) and the City of South Pasadena with cultural entertainment, arts and crafts, sidewalk drawing contest, fun with chopsticks, and other free activities. Food and Drinks will be available for purchase. Come be amazed at the rapid paced Chinese Face Changing full of colorful masks and different expressions. Enjoy kung fu demonstrations, cultural dancing and singing, and story time by Dual Immersion Teacher Ms Judy Ho. Numerous free activities and fun for everyone!
Estate Planning Seminar & Breakfast
Saturday, October 11 at 9-11 AM at our office in Sierra Madre - 37 W Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
We want this seminar to be as useful as possible for you and your family. To help our presenters prepare, we’d love to know what’s on your mind when it comes to estate planning.
Whether it’s how to get started, understanding how often to update wills and trusts, or making sure your loved ones are cared for, no question is too big or too small. We look forward to seeing you!
Kokoro Craft Show
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025, 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m., at the Los Angeles Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple (Nishi Betsuin)
Friends of the Japanese American National Museum will be celebrating the 17th Anniversary of the Kokoro Craft Show.
CicLAvia - Heart of LA
Sunday, October 12, 2025 from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
CicLAvia is a non-profit organization that has been opening streets throughout LA County since 2010. Come experience car-free open streets at our 63rd event, CicLAvia—Heart of LA.
Enjoy the pop-up park for the day in your favorite people-powered way, whether that's walking, jogging, biking, roller skating, skating, or simply spectating! All ages and abilities are welcome. Click HERE to download the CicLAvia—Heart of LA route map.
Boo at the L.A. Zoo
Saturday and Sunday, October 18/19 and Saturday and Sunday, October 25/26
The Halloween spirit will be in full swing for two frightfully fun weekends at the L.A. Zoo, with trick-or-treating stations featuring premium candy, plus animal pumpkin feedings, themed photo ops, education stations, and more. Costumes are encouraged!
Strange Science at the Huntington
Fri., Oct. 24, 2025, 6–10 p.m.Sat., Oct. 25, 2025, 6–10 p.m.
Step beyond the gates and join us for a night of gothic grandeur with mysterious tales, dark trivia, and live performances. Dance to the DJ’s haunting beats, enjoy drinks, and savor bites from local food trucks. Dress your scary-best and flaunt your look at our photo op!
We love sharing local happenings, and we'd love to hear from you, too! If you know of an upcoming event or volunteer opportunity that should be on our radar, let us know — send us an email, and we’ll be happy to feature it in a future roundup!
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