10 Fun Fall & Halloween Events Around the South Bay
- Ben Aurthar
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
As autumn embraces the South Bay area of Los Angeles, it brings with it a variety of entertaining and family-friendly events perfect for celebrating the fall season and Halloween. Here are ten delightful events you might want to check out:
1. Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair
Date: October 4–5, 2025
Location:Â Live Oak Park & Dorsey Field, Manhattan Beach
Details:Â Enjoy live music, food vendors, beer and wine gardens, carnival games, and art booths. A fantastic way to kick off the fall season.
2. Trick-or-Treat Festival at The Point
Date:Â October 15, 2025
Location:Â The Point on Pacific Coast Highway, El Segundo
Details:Â Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this event features costumed characters and trick-or-treating from 10 am to noon.
3. American Martyrs Parish Fair
Date: October 18–19, 2025
Location:Â 700 15th St, Manhattan Beach
Details:Â A community tradition since 1971, with rides, games, food booths, and entertainment throughout the weekend.
4. Manhattan Beach Pumpkin Race
Date:Â October 19, 2025
Location:Â On the hill above Manhattan Beach Pier
Details:Â Families decorate and race pumpkins downhill in this unique South Bay tradition. The festival starts at 12 pm, with races beginning at 2 pm.
5. Manhattan Heights Halloween Festival
Date:Â October 25, 2025
Location:Â Manhattan Heights Park, 1600 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Details: Featuring carnival games, crafts, costumes, and activities for all ages, this carnival runs from 1–5 pm.
6. Manhattan Beach Trunk-or-Treat
Date:Â October 29, 2025
Location:Â 420 15th St, Manhattan Beach
Details: Hosted by the Manhattan Beach Police Department and Neighborhood Watch from 6–8:30 pm, kids can collect candy while meeting local officers and viewing decorated cars.
7. Magic of the Jack-O-Lanterns
Dates:Â Through November 2, 2025
Location:Â South Coast Botanic Garden, Palos Verdes
Details: Explore a dazzling illuminated pumpkin trail on select nights, featuring hundreds of hand-carved creations. Evening entry times run from 6:30–9 pm.
8. Torrance-South Bay YMCA Halloween Parade
Date:Â October 31, 2025
Location:Â Torrance-South Bay YMCA, 2900 W Sepulveda Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90505
Details:Â Ages 12 and under can parade in their Halloween costumes and collect candy from 11:30 am to 12:15 pm.
9. Halloween Carnival at Wilson Park
Date:Â October 28, 2025
Location:Â Wilson Park, Torrance
Details: Enjoy a family-friendly carnival complete with games, prizes, and a costume contest. The carnival runs from 4–8 pm, offering an evening full of fun and excitement.
10. Redondo Beach Pier Halloween Costume Contest and Trick-or-Treat
Date:Â October 31, 2025
Location:Â Redondo Beach Pier
Details: Participate in a costume contest and enjoy trick-or-treating at shops along the pier. The event runs from 4–6 pm, providing a scenic backdrop to Halloween festivities.
These events promise a fun and festive way to enjoy the fall season and celebrate Halloween in the South Bay. Be sure to check the official event websites or contact organizers directly for the most current information. Enjoy the festivities!