Hauntingly Good Times in Playhouse Village!
Halloween is creeping up! From festive shopping and haunted tours to spooky movie nights and creative activities, here are fun and frightening ways to celebrate this year in Playhouse Village.
Bark in the Park: Howl-o-ween Parade & Costume Contest
October 26 | 11AM-2PM
Playhouse Village Park | 701 E Union St
FREE EVENT
Playhouse Village invites dogs and their owners to celebrate Halloween at the annual Bark in the Park: Howl-o-ween on Saturday, October 27 from 11 am to 2 pm at Playhouse Village Park. This free and family-friendly event by Playhouse Village Foundation features a costume parade, contests with prizes, treat stations & pup bites, photo-ops, and more fun activities for dogs and their humans. Dogs can show off their best scary, adorable, and creative Halloween costumes at the Bark in the Park Howl-o-ween Costume Contest. Be sure to let us know you’re coming on Eventbrite!
Spooky fun events at Vroman’s Bookstore
695 E Colorado Blvd
FREE EVENTS
Vroman’s Bookstore is celebrating the Halloween season with a series of exciting events, including book signings, engaging discussions, and special storytimes for kids. With a variety of opportunities to meet favorite authors, discover new spooky reads, and enjoy hands-on activities, there’s something for everyone throughout the month. Check out the full lineup of spooky festivities and find event details at Vroman’s Bookstore events.
- October 5 | Anna Hays, in conversation with Cylin Busby, discusses & signs Vanished: Seven Women Magicians Who Simply Disappeared – featuring strolling magic!
- October 11 | Pasadena Conservatory of Music presents Musical Storytime: The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams
- October 11 | Pedro Iniguez in conversation with screenwriter Peter Atkins (Hellraiser) on horror in children’s literature (Reading & Signing)
- October 24 | Liz Parker, in conversation with Rebekah Faubion, discusses & signs Witches of Honeysuckle House
- October 31 | Young Readers Halloween at Vroman’s Boo-kstore!
Monster Mash at The Mixx Pasadena
443 E Colorado Blvd
Every October, The Mixx Pasadena transforms into a haunted haven, decked out with eerie decorations, specialty cocktails, and a can’t-miss costume contest. This year’s Halloween lineup is packed with a mix of rock concerts, and themed parties—all building up to the grand finale their Halloween Thriller on Halloween Night! Be sure to check out their Eventbrite page, as tickets are expected to sell out quickly!
- October 3 | Fiesta de Horror – Rock en Español
- October 17 | Halloween en Español with Live Band and Costume Contest
- October 25 | Flashback Halloween Bash, Live Tribute to The Cure
- October 31 | Halloween Thriller – Live 80’s Flashback Show
Halloween Camp at Drawn2Art
October 15-22 | 4:30PM-6:30PM
20 S Oakland Ave
Get into the Halloween spirit with Drawn2Art Pasadena’s 2 Day Halloween Camp! Join Drawn2art for an exciting camp in which students get to sculpt, paint, and draw classic Halloween characters. Sign up for Halloween Camp online at Drawn2art Pasadena or call to reserve a spot at 626-577-7802.
Haunted Pasadena Walking Tour
Fridays & Saturdays | 6:30PM-8:30PM
36 S El Molino Ave
Get ready to explore Pasadena’s most haunted spots on a thrilling Pasadena Walking Tours. Meet the phantoms that roam the city’s alleyways, haunt the Playhouse theater, and linger in hidden corridors and back rooms. Uncover unexplained mysteries and dark dealings that have shaped Pasadena’s past on this eerie nighttime adventure through Playhouse Village and Old Pasadena. Purchase your ticket for this tour at pasadenawalkingtours.com.
Retro Replay: Fright Nights at Landmark Pasadena
Select Dates in October
673 E Colorado Blvd
Retro Replay Tuesday Fright Nights at Landmark Theatres Pasadena brings back a lineup of Halloween classics. Get ready for their October Frights series, ranging from the campy fun to the terror lurking in the woods. Be sure to purchase tickets on their website.
- October 7 | 7PM — Friday the 13th (R)
- October 14 | 7PM — (PG-13)
- October 19 | 2PM — Psycho (R)
- October 20 | 7PM — Psycho (R)
- October 22 | 2PM & 7PM — The Birds (PG-13)
- October 26 | 2PM — Night of the Living Dead Uncensored Cut (NA)
- October 27 | 7PM — Night of the Living Dead Uncensored Cut (NA)
- October 29 | 2PM & 7PM – 28 Days Later (R)
Shop for costumes at Kid to Kid Pasadena
456 E Colorado Blvd
Got a stash of Halloween costumes the kids have outgrown? Turn them into cash at Kid to Kid Pasadena! Looking for a fun and budget-friendly costume this year? Check out their spooky selection for screaming good deals on Halloween outfits and more! Don’t let your costumes gather dust—swap them for something new and exciting today, while promoting sustainability by giving these outfits a second life.
Find your Halloween look at Buffalo Exchange
468 E Colorado Blvd
Uncover one-of-a-kind costumes and standout statement pieces at Buffalo Exchange! Make this Halloween unforgettable by crafting a unique look using upcycled fashion finds that are quirky, funky, and totally you. Step up your Halloween game and stand out this season with a costume that’s as original as you are!
Howl-o-ween at Healthy Spot
614 E Colorado Blvd
Looking for costumes, toys, and treats for your pet? Healthy Spot Pasadena has all your Halloween needs covered! Shop their Paw-lloween collection for the perfect outfit to wear at this year’s Bark in the Park costume parade. Pick up a delicious harvest-inspired treat like Grandma Lucy’s Pumpkin Organic Baked Dog Treats, and fun spooky plush toys. Check out their Howl-o-ween offerings at healthyspot.com.