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Bark in the Park: Howl-o-ween Parade & Costume Contest

October 14 | 11AM-2PM
Playhouse Village Park | 701 E Union St
FREE EVENT

Have a howling good time and bring your four-legged canine in their Howl-o-ween costume to a Pet Pawrade walk in the Playhouse Village! Then join us for a Bark in the Park Pawty at the new Playhouse Village Park with costume contests with prizes and pup cups for dogs, treat stations, photo-ops, dog-run areas, and more fun activities for dogs and humans! Don’t have a dog? You can still join in the fun! Learn about the Bark in the Park in Playhouse Village!

Ninth Hour:  Rock-Noir Musical at Boston Court Pasadena

October 2 | 8PM
70 N Mentor Ave

Ninth Hour is a rock-noir reimagining of the epic poem Beowulf that explores the intricacies of humankind’s relationship with power and violence. This is a classic story of glory and ruin as told through triumphant pop anthems, heart-wrenching lullabies, heroes, and monsters. A hero, summoned to be a protector against a relentless enemy, must confront the evil within herself as a monster comes to terms with the agony of isolation at his life’s end. Be sure to get your tickets online at Boston Court Pasadena. 

ArtNight at USC Pacific Asia Museum: Hungry Ghosts 

October 13 | 6PM-9PM
46 N Los Robles Ave
FREE EVENT

USC Pacific Asia Museum presents an evening of chilling tales from China and Japan with acclaimed storyteller Barbara Wong’s “Hungry Ghosts” program as part of the free ArtNight Pasadena event.  ArtNight Pasadena is an ongoing partnership among many cultural institutions and the Cultural Affairs Division of the City of Pasadena. Enjoy a free evening of art, music, and entertainment as Pasadena’s most prominent arts and cultural institutions swing open their doors.  See the full line-up of activities for ArtNight Pasadena online at cityofpasadena.net/artnight.

Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Mixx 

October 22 | 6PM
443 E Colorado Blvd.

We know you are shivering with anticipation… The Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to The Mixx Pasadena for one special night this October. Enjoy the full Rocky Horror experience as it was meant to be viewed with a live cast of burlesque performers singing and dancing along with the movie.  Sing, dance, and scream at the largest LED screen in town with a bag of goodie props. Be sure to purchase tickets at Rocky Horror Eventbrite – this event is sure to sell out!

Bewitched Brunch at Ice House Comedy

October 22 | 11AM-2PM
24 N Mentor Ave
FREE EVENT

Attention all funny ladies! The Bewitched Brunch and Networking Extravaganza returns to the Ice House Comedy Club this October. This event is a warm welcome to all women in the comedy world, whether you’re a comedian, writer, actress, showrunner, casting agent, producer, or content creator – you’re invited!

Join Ice House Comedy for a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow women in comedy and foster a supportive community. This spooktacular free event will feature exciting raffles, fantastic giveaway prizes, cool swag, intriguing tarot card readings, and spirited costume contests. It’s going to be a witchin’ good time. RSVP to this event online on The Brunch Brunch on Eventbrite.

Tarot Retreat at Archetype Yoga 

October 28 | 5PM-8PM
638 E. Colorado Blvd

Discover the art of cartomancy, the official term for a tarot reader, with Archetype Yoga. Take a deep dive into the world of tarot to explore the trinity that makes it equally mystical, magical, and memorable.  Learn the origins of tarot and how to identify major and minor arcana, discover how to use numerology to gain more insight from the cards, and practice giving and receiving tarot readings. Plus, enjoy unlimited drinks and snacks. All attendees will also receive their own The Wild Unknown Tarot Deck valued at $40, so be sure to reserve your spot online at Archetype Tarot Retreat.

SCCM: Spooktacular Halloween Party 

October 28 | 9:30AM-1PM
459 E Colorado Blvd,

Southern California Children’s Museum presents a Spooktacular Halloween Party. It’s time to get the party startled! Join SCCM for a spooky Halloween celebration that’s not too scary for your little ghouls! SCCM’s Spooktacular Halloween Party includes open play, a costume contest, eerie-sistible raffle, games, crafts, dancing, and more! Limited tickets are available for $16. Be sure to purchase tickets to this event at  SCCM.

Halloween Camp at Drawn2Art 

October 30 | 8:30AM-12:30PM
20 S Oakland Ave

Get into the Halloween spirit with Drawn2Art Pasadena’s ghoulishly delightful Halloween Camp! Join Drawn2art for a bewitching adventure in which students get to sculpt, paint, and draw their favorite Halloween characters. Unleash your creativity and let the Halloween magic flow! Sign up for Halloween Camp online at Drawn2art Pasadena or call to reserve a spot at 626-577-7802.

Young Readers Halloween at Vroman’s Boo-kstore

October 31 | 3PM-4PM
695 E Colorado Blvd
FREE EVENT

Vroman’s Bookstore presents a special free Halloween-themed storytime with Mr. Steve along with fun Halloween crafts stations. After storytime, attendees will be able to walk through Vroman’s for trick-or-treating.  There will be designated spots all around the Boo-kstore where young ghouls and goblins can happily haunt for goodies. Costumes are highly encouraged. Learn more about this event online at Vroman’s Bookstore events. 

Haunted Pasadena Walking Tour

Fridays & Saturdays | 6:30PM-8:30PM
36 S El Molino Ave

Tag along with a live guide from Pasadena Walking Tours virtually as you explore some of Pasadena’s haunted spots. Meet the phantoms who haunt the alleyways, underground tunnels, corridors, and back rooms of Pasadena. Learn of unexplained mysteries and dirty dealings that have peppered this city’s past as they’ll be exposed to them on this nighttime wander through the Playhouse Village and Old Pasadena. Purchase your ticket for this tour at pasadenawalkingtours.com.

Retro Replay:  Halloween Film Series at Landmark Pasadena

673 E Colorado Blvd

Retro Replay, Landmark Theatres Pasadena’s weekly series of modern and vintage film favorites, features films so satisfying they’re reviving them on the big screen. This October enjoy a new Halloween Classic every Tuesday! Be sure to purchase tickets at https://www.landmarktheatres.com/film-series/

• October 3 | 8PM — Friday The 13th
• October 10 | 8PM — A Nightmare On Elm Street
• October 17 | 8PM — Child’s Play (1988) Chucky
• October 24 | 8PM — The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2
• October 31 | 8PM — Halloween II

Flashback Tuesdays:  Halloween series at Regency Academy Cinema 

1003 E Colorado Blvd

This October, immerse yourself in the spirit of Halloween with a thrilling new classic every Tuesday at Regency Academy Cinema Pasadena. Additionally, for the month of October, they will be adding bonus screenings to their scheduling. See their website to purchase tickets online at  Academy Cinema.

• October 2 | 7:30PM — Shaun of the Dead
• October 10 | 7:30PM — The Shining
• October 17 | 7:30PM — The Lost Boys
• October 24 | 7:30PM — The Thing
• October 31 | 7:30PM — Poltergeist

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 costume 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.