Los Angeles Offers Diverse Events for Sunday, October 26th
Los Angeles residents and visitors have a wide array of events to choose from today, October 26th, ranging from cultural celebrations to family-friendly activities and Halloween-themed festivities.
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes is hosting DÃa de los Muertos Family Day, beginning at noon, with traditional Oaxacan dances, a Catrina-comedy segment, and free workshops like Alebrije painting and sugar skull decorating. Attendees can also contribute to the Community Ofrenda, and food and drinks will be available for purchase. This event provides a vibrant opportunity to experience and learn about the traditions surrounding DÃa de los Muertos.
Downtown Los Angeles is transformed into a Tim Burton-esque graveyard for the first-ever DTLA Halloween Block Party, running from 3 to 9 p.m. at Shops at 4th & Main. The free event, requiring an RSVP, features a DJ lineup, a stage show by D’vils Whorehaus and She’s in Parties LA, food trucks, and over 20 queer vendors, with a 21+ beer garden also available. For those seeking further Halloween entertainment, the Los Angeles Times has compiled a comprehensive guide to spooky season activities.
Families can also enjoy a screening of the classic film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971) at The Hammer Museum, starting at 11 a.m., as part of their Family Flicks series. Other options include A Taste of Old Town Monrovia, Boo at the Zoo at the Los Angeles Zoo, Howl-O-Ween at Angel City Brewery, the Brewery Artwalk, a Mini-Monster Mash Kids Halloween Party at Common Space Brewing, Japan Family Day at Santa Anita Park, and Mariachi at the Market at Grand Central Market. We Like L.A. provides a full listing of events throughout the city.
Officials encourage attendees to check event websites for the most up-to-date information and any potential changes to schedules or requirements.
