Halloween Happenings in Torrance
Every year Halloween in Torrance gets bigger and spookier, and 2026 is looking to be no different. From family-friendly festivals and pumpkin patches to costume balls and spooky train rides, the city comes alive each October with ways to celebrate. Whether you’re bringing the kids for trick-or-treating or looking for a night of dancing and martinis, there is something for everyone.
Here’s your ultimate guide to Halloween events and fall fun in Torrance, with a few South Bay favorites nearby.
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- Halloween Events
- Pumpkin Patches in Torrance
- Where to Buy Halloween Costumes
- Spooky Sites in Torrance
- Halloween Treats at Torrance Bakery
- Other Happenings in the South Bay
Major Halloween Events in Torrance
Scaredown in Downtown Torrance
The popular Downtown Torrance Association’s annual Scaredown is back with thousands of visitors expected in historic Old Town. Enjoy trunk-or-treating, live performances, a Haunted Boo-tique, crafts, spooky photo ops, and classic hearses on display.
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 4–9 PM
Location: 1266 Sartori Ave., Torrance, CA 90501
ICAN Inclusive Halloween Festival 2026
The ICAN Inclusive Halloween Festival is a free, family-friendly event for people of all ages with disabilities. Families and caregivers are encouraged to attend for fun Halloween activities, food, and merchandise in a welcoming environment.
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 11:00am – 3:00 PM
Location: SCROC, 2300 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA 90501
Cost: Free (food and merchandise available for purchase)
Halloween Train Rides at Wilson Park
Hop aboard the Southern California Live Steamers’ Halloween Trains for an evening ride through an elaborate Halloween display. Costumes are encouraged.
Date: Friday and Saturday, October 24–25, 2025
Time: 4:45–8:15 PM
Location: Wilson Park, Torrance
Cost: $10 per rider, tickets sold at the train depot day of event
Halloween Movie Night at Wilson Park
The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites families to a special movie under the stars to watch “Toy Story 5.” Arrive early for food trucks, DJ music, train rides, pumpkin carving contest, and a costume parade before the movie begins.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 4–9 PM
Location: Wilson Park, Torrance
Cost: Free
Dave & Boo-ster’s Boo Bash
Enjoy family-friendly Halloween fun with crafts, activities, and games at Dave & Buster’s. Enter the costume contest for a chance to win free game play for a year, enjoy unlimited simulator games, and make memories in a safe indoor environment. The first 100 ticket holders will receive souvenir cups. Get your tickets now, including 3-hour Unlimited Game Play! Food and drinks are available for purchase, with 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages for ticket holders.
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: 21880 Hawthorne Blvd., Ste 360, Torrance, 90503
Cost: TBD
Dave & Buster’s Moonlight Mixer
Celebrate Halloween at Dave & Buster’s with a non-traditional, adult-focused party suitable for all ages. Enjoy live music, arcade games, and a costume contest with amazing prizes. The first 100 ticket holders will receive a souvenir cup, and everyone can enjoy food and entertainment in a safe indoor environment. Get your tickets now!
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: 21880 Hawthorne Blvd., Ste 360, Torrance, 90503
Cost: TBD
Mall-O-Ween Trick-or-Treat
Join the City of Torrance and Discover Torrance for a spooktacular Mall-O-Ween celebration at the Del Amo Fashion Center .
- Free Candy (while supplies last)
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Costumes encouraged (No masks or toy weapons permitted)
- Shop and Stroll while you treat
- For kids under 10 years of age
Pre-register to secure your spot at Torrance.Rec.Us
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: Del Amo Fashion Center – 3525 W. Carson Street, Torrance 90503
Tickets: Free
South Coast Botanic Garden – Magic of Jack O’ Lanterns
Come see the Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns one of SoCal’s most beautiful botanic gardens — South Coast Botanic Garden. The event features over 10,000 carved jack o’ lanterns! With a mile-long walking trail, the experience is longer and more expansive, offering radiant light displays, whimsical scenes, and glowing pathways that come to life under the night sky. There’s also spooky photo opportunities, kids fun zone with slides and bounce pad, s’mores stations, live entertainment, and pumpkin carvings to enjoy throughout the gardens.
Date: September 18 – November 1, 2026
Location: South Coast Botanic Garden, 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
Tickets: Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns
Pumpkin Patches in Torrance
Torrance has three great spots to find the perfect pumpkin this fall, from classic family farms to a patch right at Del Amo Fashion Center.
Mr. Jack O’ Lantern’s Pumpkin Patchk
Pick your perfect pumpkin, enjoy games and attractions, and shop for Halloween decorations and carving kits. Some of the fun activities on-site include pumpkin decorating, pumpkin bowling, candy corn hole, petting zoo, pumpkin putting, pumpkin smash, and “Boo”sketball.
Location: 17520 Prairie Ave, Torrance, CA 90504
Torrance Pumpkin Patch at Del Amo
A Torrance favorite at Del Amo Fashion Center featuring pumpkins, pony rides, a petting zoo, and family photo opportunities.
Location: 3405 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90503
Mr. Jones Farm Pumpkin Patch
This family-run patch offers pumpkins, bounce houses, pony rides, a petting zoo, and more.
Location: 3825 Pacific Coast Hwy, Torrance, CA 90505
Halloween Fun at Del Amo Fashion Center
The California Welcome Center inside the Del Amo Fashion Center mall hands out candy and goodies while shops showcase seasonal displays. Check out the spooky-themed merchandise throughout the mall, or snack on fall treats at the food court.
Location: 21800 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503
Where to Buy Halloween Costumes in Torrance
Need a costume, decorations, or last-minute Halloween supplies? Spirit Halloween, the largest Halloween retailer in North America, has two Torrance locations, so you’re never far from a costume fix. Both stores run seasonally, opening in September and closing shortly after Halloween.
Spirit Halloween – Del Amo
The Del Amo location (in a former JoAnn) has women’s, men’s, and kids’ costumes, officially licensed characters, animatronics, makeup, wigs, and full home and outdoor décor.
Location: 21800 Hawthorne Blvd, Suite 100, Torrance, CA 90503
Phone: (855) 704-2669
Spirit Halloween – Torrance Promenade
The second Torrance location (in a former Ashley Furniture) offers the same full lineup of costumes, décor, and accessories, with in-store pickup available for online orders.
Location: 19800 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503
Phone: (855) 704-2669
Explore Torrance’s Spooky Side
Torrance has more than events for Halloween. The city is dotted with historic sites and filming locations that add atmosphere to any Halloween celebration. For those who like a side of mystery with their pumpkin spice, these are places that look straight out of a movie.
Torrance High School
Fans of Buffy the Vampire Slayer will recognize Torrance High as the exterior of Sunnydale High. Its 1917 Mediterranean Revival architecture and grand brickwork give it a dramatic, slightly eerie presence.
Historic Old Torrance
Stroll through early 20th-century buildings, vintage storefronts, and narrow streets lit by old-style lamps. At dusk, the district takes on a moody atmosphere perfect for exploring after a Halloween event.
Pacific Electric Railroad Bridge
Built in 1913 by architect Irving Gill, this arched concrete bridge looms with historic industrial character. It’s not haunted by legend, but its imposing look makes a great spooky photo stop.
Torrance Historical Society & Museum
Step inside to see artifacts and stories from Torrance’s past. With its creaky floors and old photographs, even the museum has a touch of Halloween atmosphere.
Halloween Treats at Torrance Bakery
There’s no tricks, just treats at Torrance Bakery this Halloween, who’s getting into the spirit with a lineup of Halloween-decorated cookies and cupcakes. Pick from friendly favorites like Frankenstein and mummy head cakes, Jack Skellington cookies, and Halloween petit fours, or go for something downright terrifying with their Pennywise cake. There’s plenty more where that came from, so it’s worth stopping in to see the full seasonal case.
Location: 1341 El Prado Ave, Torrance, CA 90501
Phone: (310) 320-2722
Near Torrance: South Bay Highlights
Halloween spirit stretches beyond Torrance, with nearby coastal cities hosting some of the South Bay’s most beloved traditions.
Here are a few worth adding to your calendar:
36th Annual Pumpkin Race – Manhattan Beach Pier, October 18, 2026
A one-of-a-kind spectacle where decorated pumpkins on wheels race down the pier, transformed into Pumpkin Race Land. With prizes for the fastest, funniest, and most creative entries, it’s part competition, part comedy show. Free to all. Races begin at 2:00 PM sharp.
38th Annual Halloween Carnival – Manhattan Heights Park, October 24, 2026
This long-running family celebration features carnival games, rides, crafts, a costume parade, and a spooky maze. A festive afternoon that draws families from all over the South Bay.
Redondo Beach Pier Halloween Festival – October 30, 2026
A waterfront party with trick-or-treating on the pier, a lively costume contest, music, and photo ops. It’s one of the most popular family Halloween gatherings in the area.
Plan Your Halloween Fun in Torrance
With so many festive events, pumpkin patches, and seasonal treats, Torrance is the perfect place to celebrate Halloween in 2026.
Whether you’re planning a day trip or visiting for multiple days, Torrance offers a full range of Halloween experiences. From family-friendly events and pumpkin patches to evening costume parties and spooky train rides, you can enjoy a complete day of seasonal fun all in one location.
Be sure to stop by Torrance’s California Welcome Center inside the mall for insider tips and local recommendations to make your Halloween trip unforgettable.
If you’re looking for activity outside of Halloween, check out all the other fun things to do during fall in Torrance.