Halloween is already happening in the South Bay

Halloween comes early to the South Bay, plus local live music and comedy

October 23, 2025

Halloween might be a week away, but it’s never too early to start the celebrations! Check out a dozen local events below to get your Halloween off to a scary-good start!

Happening Today!

Explore how Hermosa Beach defined its identity between 1920 and 1970 through photos, pamphlets, and stories at this illuminating museum exhibit.

The long-awaited Montauk restaurant in RB celebrates with a soft opening today, then opens to the public on Sunday, Oct 26th.

Halloween

A sensory-friendly trunk-or-treat designed for all ages—where every ghost, ghoul, and kiddo can enjoy Halloween at their own pace.

🎃 Halloween Train rides Friday & Saturday nights @ 2290 Washington Avenue, Torrance
October 24, Friday | 4:45 PM
Hop aboard the Halloween Train for a spooky evening ride that’s all treats and no tricks.

The Redondo Pier transforms into a seaside spookfest with costumes, candy, contests, and music that’ll raise the spirits.

🎃 Family Fun Halloween Pop-Up @ The Point, El Segundo
October 25, Saturday | 10:00 AM
Sun & Sea’s outdoor market brings 30 local vendors, treats, and photo ops together for a perfectly chill shopping day.

🎃 Pugtacular Spooktacular 2025! @ 2001 Santa Fe Ave, Torrance
October 25, Saturday | 11:00 AM
Pugs in costumes, rescue adoptions, vendors, and treats—this Halloween pawty proves that dogs really do steal the show.

🎃 Redondo Beach Historical Society’s 2nd Annual Halloween Party & Costume Contest @ 298 Flagler Ln, RB
October 25, Saturday | 11:00 AM
Little ghouls and goblins compete for candy and costume glory at this family-friendly Halloween bash.

🎃 Pumpkins by the Sea @ Seaside Lagoon
October 25, Saturday | 12:00 PM
Pumpkins by the Sea promises a day of games, prizes, and fall fun with an ocean breeze twist.

🎃 Halloween Frolic @  El Segundo City Hall
October 25, Saturday | 12:00 PM
Main Street goes full fright mode with games, contests, and live entertainment at this family Halloween Frolic.

🎃 37th Annual Family Halloween Carnival @ Manhattan Heights Park
October 25, Saturday | 1:00 PM
The Family Halloween Carnival packs in games, costumes, haunted houses, and sugar-fueled fun for kids big and small.

🎃 RUHS PTSA Trunk or Treat @ 631 Vincent St, RB
October 25, Saturday | 2:00 PM

The Redondo Beach PD and RUHS host a community trunk-or-treat and movie night filled with candy, costumes, and family fun.

Trick-or-treat nostalgia returns to Promenade PV with costumes, rides, candy, and a haunted house that glows with Halloween magic.

The Manhattan Beach Police Department’s trunk-or-treat rolls out candy, tacos, and themed vehicles for a sweetly spooky night.

Daytime Activities

🚗 TikTok Super Brand Day: Rides & Coffee Car Show @ 3501 Sepulveda Blvd, Torrance
October 25, Saturday | 8:00 AM
Coffee, cars, and creators collide at this mega Rides & Coffee event packed with donuts, TikTok stars, and horsepower.

The Beach Tennis Association serves up sandy smashes and sun-soaked competition on the Pier.

The Antique Street Faire transforms downtown into a haunted haven of vintage treasures, pet costumes, and spooky finds.

The Arts

Local artists take the spotlight in this open-themed gallery show featuring everything from paint to photography.

Cause & Community

🎉 St. James Harvest Festival @ 4625 Garnet St, Torrance
October 24-26, Friday-Sunday | Check Times

A weekend of rides, raffles, and community cheer fills the St. James Harvest Festival with small-town charm and big-time fun.

Skate, bike, or roll along the coast from Santa Monica Pier to Dive N Surf in RB, for breast cancer awareness. There’s a registration party on Saturday, 10 am-3 pm, at Yeti at The Point in El Segundo - then the main event is Sunday, 9 am.

The annual Fall Festival serves up costumes, candy, games, and live music for one joyful autumn afternoon.

🎉 50th Anniversary Gala @ Palos Verdes Art Center
October 25, Saturday | 5:00 PM

Celebrate 50 years of The Circle with fine food, art, and memories at Palos Verdes Art Center’s golden anniversary gala.

💃 Palos Verdes Diwali Gala @ Norris Pavilion, RHE
October 25, Saturday | 6:00 PM
The Palos Verdes Diwali Gala dazzles with dance, dining, and joy in a glowing celebration of light and culture.

Featured Live Performances

Preview:

🎶 The Lighthouse Cafe lineup @ HB
Performance times below:
Oct 23, Thursday
Pet The Dog | 5:00 PM
Dick The Citizen(90’s alternative) | 8:30 PM
Oct 24, Friday
Randy Coleman | 5:00 PM
Shabingus | 8:00 PM
DJ Black Sheep | 10:30 PM

🎶 Project Barley
Performance times below:
Oct 25, Saturday
Thatcher Horrocks | 2:00 PM (RB)
Scott “The Beach Cowboy” Fleetwood | 7:00 PM (RB)
ok, boomer | 7:00 PM (Torrance)

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Cheers, Marcus
Redondo Beach Dad,
Editor, Listen Up Beaches!