A curated guide on Halloween and Day of the Dead themed events brought to you by local communities in Long Beach and Signal Hill.
Spooktober Fourth Friday
What Community celebration
Who Songbird Boutique
When Friday, Oct. 22 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where 2240 E 4th St.
More Info This event will feature an employee art show, local vendors and a meet-and-greet opportunity for kids with Franken-tiki and his bride.
Halloween Celebration
What Holiday event
Who Long Beach Communist Party USA
When Saturday, Oct. 23 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where Cesar Chavez Park, 401 Golden Ave.
More Info Community members are invited to receive free school supplies, baby clothes, diapers, clothing, shoes and children’s toys. There will also be fun activities for attendees to take part in.
A Halloween Pop Up
What Small vendor marketplace
Who The Shop Small Collective
When Saturday, Oct. 23 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where 2667 E 28th St.
More Info Attendees who come in costume will receive a free goody bag at check in. Small business vendors will be selling food, sweets and other Halloween-themed products.
Historical Cemetery Tour
What Educational event
Who Historical Society of Long Beach
When Saturday, Oct. 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where 1095 E Willow St.
More Info This event is appropriate for all ages. The tour will take attendees through the Sunnyside and Municipal cemeteries to visit the graves and learn about the lives of important people from our city. Each tour takes around three hours to complete. The last tour of the day begins at 2:40 p.m. General admission costs $30 at the door. Pre-sale tickets can also be purchased through the Historical Society of Long Beach’s website.
Spooky Saturday
What Halloween celebration
Who Shoreline Village
When Saturday, Oct. 30 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where Shoreline Village, 429 Shoreline Village Drive
More Info This free event will feature live music, face painting and a fortune teller. Families will be able to trick-or-treat.
Dia De Los Muertos Celebration
What Holiday celebration
Who City of Long Beach
When Saturday, Oct. 30 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where Pine Avenue between 4th St. and 6th St.
More Info A celebration for Day of the Dead, featuring musical and dance performances. Attendees will have to provide proof of being vaccinated or a negative COVID-19 test. This event is free to attend.
