Unique Experiences in Los Angeles

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Unique Experiences in Los Angeles

Enjoy a host of concerts illuminated by candlelight at some of Los Angeles’ most iconic venues. PHOTO COURTESY CANDLELIGHT CONCERTS

Carved at Descanso Gardens. PHOTO COURTESY DESCANSO GARDENS

PHOTO COURTESY STRANGER THINGS: THE EXPERIENCE

It’s October and thoughts of cooler days, warm-colored leaves and pumpkins abound. While there are some great Halloween attractions — and we have a couple here — there are also some other, very unique things to do in southern California.

Here are just a few to consider.

Candlelight Concerts in Los Angeles

Enjoy your favorite music in a unique candlelight setting. Experience classical, jazz, movie soundtracks and even a haunted evening of Halloween classics at a variety of venues.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics Oct. 27 - Oct. 29

Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 3300 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010 Info bit.ly/3M54To4

The program includes Thriller by Michael Jackson, Tubular Bells (The Exorcist theme) by Mike Oldfield, Stranger Things Theme by Survive, This is Halloween from Nightmare Before Christmas by Danny Elfman and more.

Haunt O’Ween LA 2022

Now through Oct. 31

6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills 91367 Info bit.ly/3ejKsrf

This immersive Halloween experience is located on 200,000 square feet of space covered in 35,000 pumpkins. Kids can trick-or-treat in the Town of Haunt O’Ween, visit the Farm House, venture into the Hidden Hallows or wander through the streets of Ghoul City.

And if that isn’t enough, there will be a danceoff in the spooktacular Beyond the Grave Rave and lots of performances, candy, bounce houses, face painting and games.

Carved at Descanso Gardens

Now through Oct. 31

1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge 91011 Info www.descansogardens.org

Hundreds of carved pumpkins will line the Camellia Forest and the event will include more activities than ever before. As you walk along the milelong pumpkin line, you will also see the pumpkin house and a hay maze. Other guest experiences include “black light” experiences, live pumpkin carving and a special Dia de los Muertos installation at the amphitheater.

Cinespia’s Bram Stoker

Oct. 29

615 S Broadway, Los Angeles 90014 Info cinespia.org

How about something a little different. Watch scary movies at historic cemeteries and other famous locations in Los Angeles. Unfortunately, the last Fall showing at Hollywood Forever Cemetery has sold out. However, on Oct. 29, you can watch Bram Stoker’s Dracula at the Los Angeles Theatre. Help celebrate the 30th anniversary of Francis Ford Coppola’s vampire spectacle.

November Events Craftoberfest Los Angeles

Nov. 5

1001 Rose Bowl Dr. Pasadena 91103 Info craftoberfestlosangeles.com

This event is in November, but when they advertise as “The greatest craft beer and Oktoberfest event in Los Angles,” you have to take a look. Bratwurst, pretzels and all the craft beer you can drink! More than 50 breweries will be represented including Golden Road, Elysian, Breckenridge, LA Ale Works and Three Weavers.

This is an all-ages event where children under 12 are free. Tickets start at $45 and are on sale now.

Stranger Things: The Experience

Nov. 20, 25 or 27

1345 N Montebello Blvd, Montebello 90640 Info bit.ly/3ViDmDP

Tickets are on sale now for the new Stranger Things immersive experience, but they are going fast. The experiences combines the special effects of a 3D Universal Studios ride with a telekinetic escape room.

Join Eleven, Michael, Dustin, Lucas, Max and Will for a special episode starring you.

Standard tickets are $56 for ages 5-17 or $74 for 18+. Some VIP tickets are still available and they range from $89 to $119 per person. 