From toddler-friendly treats to Halloween adventures for bigger kids, discover family-friendly places to celebrate across the Beach Cities and beyond.
Halloween is almost here, and the South Bay is getting ready for a season of costumes, candy and plenty of family fun!
Whether you’re introducing your toddler to their first Halloween outing, looking for a not-too-spooky celebration for preschoolers or planning something exciting for older kids, there’s plenty to discover close to home. From indoor trick-or-treating and daytime storytime to costume parades and waterfront festivities, these South Bay Halloween events for kids offer something for different ages and comfort levels.
Grab those costumes, bring your candy buckets and get ready to make some sweet South Bay memories!
All dates are in 2026. Age suggestions are our editorial recommendations unless an organizer’s restriction is stated. Check the official links before heading out.
Beach Cities & El Segundo
Manhattan Beach: Family Halloween Carnival
Costumes, carnival games and a haunted house make this a festive afternoon for families with kids of different ages. Little ones can enjoy the parade and games, while children who like a few Halloween thrills can consider the haunted house.
- When: Saturday, October 24, 1–5 p.m.
- Where: Manhattan Heights Park, 1600 Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Manhattan Beach.
- Ages: The city’s main event page recommends ages 2–14.
- Setting: Outdoor carnival areas with an indoor Teen Center haunted house.
- Cost and tickets: Recommended carnival bracelet: $20 per participant, subject to change. Additional activity tickets are $2. Purchase at the information booth.
Parent tip: The costume parade begins at 1 p.m.; the city asks participants to check in 15 minutes early. Haunted attractions may be too much for children who prefer gentle Halloween fun.
Manhattan Beach: AdventurePlex Parents’ Night Out Halloween Party
For kids who love to move, this Halloween party combines AdventureRoom play, crafts, games, prizes and inflatable bouncers. Pizza dinner is included, making it an appealing evening of fun while parents enjoy a night out.
- When: Friday, October 16, 5–9 p.m.
- Where: AdventurePlex, 1701 Marine Avenue, Manhattan Beach.
- Ages: Organizer restriction: ages 4–12; children must be potty-trained.
- Setting: Indoor play venue; ask AdventurePlex whether any party activities extend outdoors.
- Cost and registration: $40 for residents of Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach; $43 for nonresidents. Register through the event page.
Parent tip: This is a drop-off Parents’ Night Out program. Trick-or-treating is not advertised.
Official event details and registration
Redondo Beach: Halloween on the Pier
Celebrate Halloween by the ocean with a magic show, music, arts and crafts, and a Halloween photo station. Come early if candy collecting is on your family’s wish list!
- When: Friday, October 30, 5–8 p.m. Trick-or-treating runs 5–6 p.m.
- Where: Redondo Beach Pier and Boardwalk, Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach; use 100 Fisherman’s Wharf for the pier destination.
- Ages: Our pick for families with preschoolers, school-age children and tweens.
- Setting: Outdoor.
- Cost and registration: Free and open to the public; no advance registration is listed.
Participating businesses distribute treats while supplies last. The event is weather permitting, and the schedule may change.
Redondo Beach: Riviera Village Trick or Treat
Riviera Village’s Halloween tradition brings costumed families to Catalina Avenue, where shops hand out treats outdoors. Stroll the Village, collect candy and consider staying for dinner at a neighborhood restaurant.
- When: Saturday, October 31, 3–8 p.m. Candy distribution ends at 6 p.m., while supplies last.
- Where: Catalina Avenue between Avenue I and South Elena Street, Riviera Village, Redondo Beach.
- Ages: Our pick for toddlers through tweens with their families.
- Setting: Outdoor; the designated stretch of Catalina Avenue is closed to traffic.
- Cost and registration: No admission fee or advance registration requirement is listed. Parking charges may apply.
Parent tip: Arriving toward the beginning gives little ones a daytime option. The 8 p.m. end time refers to the extended street closure, not candy distribution.
El Segundo: Trick-or-Treat Festival at The Point
This morning celebration is one of our picks for toddlers and preschoolers. The Point’s Kids Club event includes trick-or-treating, live musical entertainment, strolling characters and balloons, all before the afternoon nap!
- When: Wednesday, October 21, 10 a.m.–noon.
- Where: The Point, 850 South Pacific Coast Highway, El Segundo.
- Ages: Our pick for toddlers and younger children, approximately ages 0–6, with a caregiver.
- Setting: Outdoor shopping center.
- Cost and registration: The official page does not list an admission price or advance booking requirement. It instructs families to check in and scan the trick-or-treat QR code on arrival.
Bring costumes and treat bags for a cheerful Halloween morning.
Beyond the Beach Cities
Torrance: Mall-O-Ween at Del Amo Fashion Center
Prefer indoor trick-or-treating in the South Bay? Mall-O-Ween lets young children collect candy from participating retailers while families stroll through Del Amo Fashion Center.
- When: Friday, October 30, 4–6 p.m.
- Where: Del Amo Fashion Center, 3525 West Carson Street, Torrance. Enter just south of Carson Street near Macy’s Men & Home.
- Ages: Organizer restriction: children 10 and younger.
- Setting: Indoor shopping center.
- Cost and registration: Free; preregistration is required through the official event page.
Parent tip: Costumes are encouraged, but masks are not permitted. Participating stores will be announced at check-in, and candy is available while supplies last.
Official event details and registration
Torrance: YMCA Halloween Costume Parade
For families who prefer a shorter daytime celebration, this 45-minute parade offers candy collecting, community partner booths in the lobby and family activities.
- When: Friday, October 30, 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
- Where: Torrance-South Bay YMCA, 2900 West Sepulveda Boulevard, Torrance.
- Ages: Organizer restriction: children 12 and younger. Our pick for toddlers, preschoolers and younger school-age kids.
- Setting: Lobby activities are indoors; the full parade route is not specified. Check with the YMCA before choosing this as an entirely indoor outing.
- Cost and registration: Free for YMCA members; $5 per child for nonmembers. No registration procedure is listed. Contact the YMCA at (310) 325-5885 for attendance questions.
San Pedro: Halloween Storytime
Not every first Halloween adventure needs a candy bucket. San Pedro’s Halloween Storytime offers babies and toddlers a seasonal outing with STAR Reader Mr. Steve in the library’s Community Room.
- When: Wednesday, October 14, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
- Where: San Pedro Regional Branch Library, 931 South Gaffey Street, San Pedro.
- Ages: The library lists babies and toddlers as the audience.
- Setting: Indoor Community Room.
- Cost and registration: Free library program; no advance registration is listed. An adult must accompany children under 13.
San Pedro: Trick or Treat at the Library
Show off a costume, play games and gather tricks and treats at the San Pedro library. Its one-hour schedule makes this a manageable after-school option for families who want a smaller Halloween outing.
- When: Thursday, October 29, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
- Where: San Pedro Regional Branch Library, 931 South Gaffey Street, San Pedro.
- Ages: The library lists kids as the audience; our pick for preschoolers and elementary-age children.
- Setting: Library venue; confirm the activity route with the branch if staying entirely indoors is essential.
- Cost and registration: Free library program; no advance registration is listed. An adult must accompany children under 13.
San Pedro: Trick or Treat at the Market at CRAFTED
Creative costumes are encouraged at CRAFTED’s Halloween marketplace celebration, featuring trick-or-treating, fall flavors and hands-on Halloween activities. The daytime hours give families room to fit a visit around naps or evening plans.
- When: Saturday, October 31, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Where: CRAFTED at the Port of Los Angeles, 112 East 22nd Street, San Pedro.
- Ages: Our pick for families with toddlers, preschoolers and school-age kids; no event age restriction is listed.
- Setting: Indoor marketplace. Individual activity locations should be checked with the organizer.
- Cost and registration: The marketplace advertises free admission. The Halloween listing does not specify activity fees or registration; check ahead for any workshops you want to join.
Halloween Fun by Age
Little Ones: Ages 0–3
Start with San Pedro’s Halloween Storytime, which is specifically intended for babies and toddlers, or a short morning visit to The Point. The YMCA parade offers another brief daytime option. Follow your child’s pace and leave room for a nap break.
Preschoolers: Ages 3–5
Try The Point, Mall-O-Ween, the YMCA parade or San Pedro’s library trick-or-treat event. For an outdoor Halloween afternoon, consider an early visit to Riviera Village. AdventurePlex is an option only for potty-trained children who meet its age minimum of 4.
Big Kids: Ages 6–9
Look to Manhattan Beach’s carnival, AdventurePlex, Halloween on the Pier and CRAFTED for games, play or creative activities alongside seasonal fun. Mall-O-Ween also welcomes this age group.
Tweens: Ages 10–12+
Manhattan Beach’s carnival offers a haunted-house option, while Halloween on the Pier and Riviera Village work well for families with older children. AdventurePlex ends at age 12; Mall-O-Ween ends at age 10. Children older than 12 should choose events without those restrictions.
Prefer to Stay Indoors?
Mall-O-Ween at Del Amo is the clearest indoor candy-collecting choice, and San Pedro’s Halloween Storytime offers an indoor option especially for babies and toddlers. CRAFTED provides an indoor marketplace setting, while AdventurePlex offers a registered party at an indoor play venue for eligible children.
Indoor venues can make costume outings more comfortable on a warm or windy day. The YMCA confirms indoor lobby booths but does not describe the entire parade route. San Pedro’s library trick-or-treat route is also unspecified. Manhattan Beach’s carnival combines outdoor festivities with the indoor haunted house, so plan it as a mixed outing.
A Few Tips Before You Go
Check the official event page before leaving, especially for registration requirements, weather updates and activity fees. Bring a treat bag, water and comfortable costumes that let kids walk and play easily. Arrive within the advertised candy hours, remember that treats may run out, and choose the level of spooky fun that feels right for your child.
Want to keep the fall fun going? Explore our South Bay Pumpkin Patches Guide for more seasonal outings.