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 27 | 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, and 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, with prizes awarded for Best Small Dog Costume, Best Big Dog Costume, and Best Group Costume, which is open to entries with multiple dogs or a human and dog combination. 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 Halloween 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 | Kate Stayman-London, in conversation with Amber Benson, discusses Fang Fiction
- October 12 | Horror for Young Audiences: Featuring Mass Lawton and Aaron Alexovich in conversation with Justine Pucella Winans
- October 30 | Halloween-themed Storytime with Mr. Steve: How do Dinosaurs say Trick or Treat?
Car Halloween Party
October 31 | 6PM-8PM
1009 E Colorado Blvd
FREE EVENT
Artisanal Goods by Car invites you to join them for a CAR Halloween Party! Prepare for an evening filled with dancing, costumes, and community fun. Enjoy a costume contest, live music, DJ performances, delicious croissants and coffee, and an exclusive sneak peek at their November offerings. It’s going to be a night of excitement, great memories, and incredible costumes. Don’t miss out on the festivities!
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 Monster Mash on Halloween Night! Be sure to check out their Eventbrite page, as tickets are expected to sell out quickly!
- October 12 | Halloween with System of a Clown
- October 25 | Monster Mash with Past Action Heros
- October 31 | Halloween Live Show & Dance
Spooky Slow-Flow
October 31 | 7:30PM-8:30PM
638 E Colorado Blvd Ste 301
Get ready to namaslay on Halloween night with Spooky Slow-Flow at Archetype Yoga! Flow through the night with a Monster Mash playlist, enjoy free Halloween treats, and experience a class set against atmospheric Halloween lights. Drop into the Archetype boutique and get an exclusive 10% off Tarot Cards! Be sure to reserve a spot on Eventbrite!
Halloween Camp at Drawn2Art
October 20-27 | 4:30PM-6:30PM
20 S Oakland Ave
Get into the Halloween spirit with Drawn2Art Pasadena’s Halloween Camp! Join Drawn2art for an exciting camp in which students get to sculpt, paint, and draw their favorite 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
Wednesdays in October | 7PM
673 E Colorado Blvd
Retro Replay Wednesday Fright Nights at Landmark Theatres Pasadena brings back a thrilling lineup of modern and vintage film favorites that are too good to be left in the past. Get ready for chills and thrills this October with a series of Halloween classics—ranging from the campy fun of Gremlins to the terror lurking beneath the waves in Deep Blue Sea. Be sure to purchase tickets at Landmark website.
- October 9 | 7PM — Deep Blue Sea (R)
- October 16 | 7PM — Blade (R)
- October 23 | 7PM — Gremlins (PG-13)
- October 30 | 7PM — Trick ‘R Treat (R)
Flashback Tuesdays: Halloween series at Regency Academy Cinema
Tuesdays in October | 7:30PM
1003 E Colorado Blvd
This October, get in the Halloween spirit with spooky movies every Flashback 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 8 | 7:30PM — Killer Klowns (PG-13)
- October 15 | 7:30PM — Coraline (PG)
- October 22 | 7:30PM — The Exorcist (R)
- October 29 | 7:30PM — The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (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.