Here is a sampling of what’s going on in the San Fernando Valley and around Los Angeles this week.
Today
Night of the Jack 2026: The 9th year for the family-friendly Halloween event with illuminated, hand-carved jack-o-lanterns set in theme installations on a redesigned walking trail, and, new this year, carnival rides and games, Oct. 15-18; and dates through Nov. 1. Admission is by timed ticket entry, from 6-9 p.m. No tickets sold at the door. No refunds.Gates open, 5:30 p.m. Rain does not cancel event. Parking pass $15.98 (required in order to park on the grounds). Admission $31.41 and up (price varies by day of the week and time chosen; plus fees); free for ages 2 and younger; there is also a VIP “any time” price for admission and parking. King Gillette Ranch, 26800 Mulholland Highway, Calabasas. nightofthejack.com/faq. nightofthejack.com
Carved – Descanso Gardens: A walk-through display of lit-up jack-o-lanterns and other installations that show the spirit of the fall season and Halloween, 6-10 p.m. through Nov. 1. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Timed tickets: $29 and up; $19 and up, ages 2-12 (children younger than 2 are free, but still require tickets). Frequently asked questions: descansogardens.org/carved-faqs. Location, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge. 818-949-4200. descansogardens.org. descansogardens.org/events-and-activities/carved/
Imaginarium – The Hollow Awakens: A Halloween experience with 9-immersive indoor haunted zones, an outdoor all-ages area with circus performers, a glow-in-the-dark, do-it-yourself mask-making/Halloween art area, and also Halloween photo opportunities, 6-10 p.m. Oct. 15. Hours: 5-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 5-10 p.m. Sunday; 6-10 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday. Closed on Monday-Tuesday. The event runs through Nov. 1. Some event areas are not recommended for young children: thehollowawakens.com/know-before-you-go. Ticket prices start at $20 (ages 13-61); $17 ages 62 and older, and also ages 4-12. Lakewood Center, 326 Lakewood Center Mall. 725-272-2700. thehollowawakens.com
Los Angeles Haunted Hayride – Midnight Falls: Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group presents the 18th season of Midnight Falls, a mysterious village where it is always Halloween, Oct. 15-18; dates through Nov. 1. Doors open, 6:30 p.m. on operating nights. Ticket prices vary by date. Ticket purchase is online-only (no box office at the event). Minimum age: 13. Parking suggestions on the website (losangeleshauntedhayride.com/location). Location, 4730 Crystal Springs Drive (Griffith Park), Los Angeles. 323-593-6894. facebook.com/LaHauntedHayride. losangeleshauntedhayride.com
Circus Vargas – Masquerade!: Thrills and chills are expected at the circus, 7 p.m. Oct. 15. Also, 4 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 16; 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17; 12:30, 3:30, and 6:30 p.m. Oct. 18; 6 p.m. Oct. 19. Ticket prices vary by seats selected. Valencia Town Center, 24201 Valencia Blvd., Valencia. circusvargas.com
Friday
Granada Hills Grubfest and the Granada Hills Chamber of Commerce Farmers Market: Food truck event, 5-10 p.m. (on Chatsworth Street between Zelzah and White Oak avenues; granadachamber.com/food-trucks); and the certified market, 6-10 p.m. (White Oak Avenue between Chatsworth and Los Alimos streets; granadachamber.com/56292-2; 818-298-9790). 818-368-3235. granadachamber.com
Burroughs on Broadway! – John Burroughs High School Vocal Music Association:The school’s choir program kicks-off its season with six shows beginning with 7 p.m. Oct. 16. Also, 7 p.m. Oct. 17; 2 p.m. Oct. 18; 7 p.m. Oct. 23-24 and 2 p.m. Oct. 25. Check the website for general and VIP tickets, and a silent auction. Location, 1920 W. Clark Ave., Burbank. jbhsvma.com
Reign of Terror Haunted House: Walk-through 12 connected but different haunts, 7-11 p.m. Oct. 16-18. Also, Oct. 22-25; Oct. 29-31. Plus, the “Lights-Out” experience, Nov. 1. Also, a “Lights-On” family-friendly walk-through, noon-3 p.m. Oct. 17; $15 for “Lights-On” and purchase admission at the door only). Minimum age for all regular dates: 13. No costumes or masks allowed for patrons. Tickets are by time and priced for regular or peak nights. Purchase online or cash-only at the ticket window. No refunds or exchanges. For other rules, details, and the “special event” dates: rothauntedhouse.com/faq. Location, 285 N. Moorpark Road (in Janss Marketplace; across from the parking structure), Thousand Oaks. General details and to purchase tickets online: rothauntedhouse.com
Saturday
Underwood Family Farms and Fall Harvest Festival: Wild West weekend, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 17-18. Upcoming themes: All About Pumpkins (Oct. 24-25); and Halloween Day (Oct. 31). Check the website for admission and hours on weekends and during the week. Moorpark Farm Center, 3370 Sunset Valley Road, Moorpark. underwoodfamilyfarms.com/fall-harvest/
Granada Hills Street Faire: Event includes a car show, a children’s area, live performances (beginning at noon), and vendors, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 17. In addition, the Granada Hills Rotary Foundation presents an Oktoberfest Craft Beer and Wine Tasting (ages 21-only and with a valid ID; $30; noon-4 p.m.; proceeds go to charities; 818-722-1054; purchase tickets here: granadahillsrotary.org/page/oktoberfest). Chatsworth Street, between Encino and Zelzah avenues. Details: instagram.com/p/DbWVwZ4SduW/
Friends of the Chatsworth Library Used Book Sale: The group holds its quarterly “giant” sale with almost-new hardcover books, paperbacks, and also CDs, DVDs and puzzles, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 17. Location, community room at the library, 21052 Devonshire St., Chatsworth. 818-341-4276. laplchatsworthfriends.org
Political Collectibles Show and Sale: The Southern California Chapter of the American Political Items Collectors hold the event that includes vintage campaign items (badges, buttons, ribbons), books, paper items and posters, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 17. Admission $3; free for ages 12 and younger. APIC is a non-profit organization and members do not endorse any particular candidates. Knights of Columbus Hall, 21433 Strathern St., Canoga Park. Tom Morton, 818-644-9231. apic.us. facebook.com/groups/310641642116
Enchanted Halloween at Discovery Cube Los Angeles – Sylmar: The special event with a “magic” theme, through Nov. 8. Check the website for hours and tickets. The museum is noted for ongoing exhibits that aim to make science fun for children. Parking lot: From Osborne Street, enter through Dronfield Avenue (free parking). Location, 11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar. discoverycube.org/los-angeles/visit. discoverycube.org/los-angeles/events/enchanted-halloween
Valley Relics Museum: Take a trip down San Fernando Valley memory lane, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday (check the website for hours; subject to change). Admission $15; free for ages 10 and younger. The museum is located at 7900 Balboa Blvd., Hangar C3 and C4, entrance is on Stagg Street, Van Nuys. 818-616-4083. facebook.com/valleyrelics. valleyrelicsmuseum.org
Autobooks-Aerobooks: Don Scheib Jr. presents and signs “Earl Scheib – A Colorful Life,” 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 17. Location, 2900 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank. 818-845-0707. autobooks-aerobooks.com
Third@First Concert Series – Beethoven, Bach, and Brahms: Chamber music, 4 p.m. Oct. 17 (thirdatfirst.org/2026-2027). Free admission/donation. Upcoming: “Echoes of Japan,” Nov. 21. Parking is on Green Street. First United Methodist Church of Pasadena, 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. 626-796-0157. thirdatfirst.org
Jewel City Concert Series – Artsakh Paseo: City of Glendale Library, Arts and Culture presents live music with Youngtones (soul/retro-pop), 5 p.m. Oct. 17. Free. Bring your own chair (seating is not provided), Location, N. 127 Artsakh Ave., Glendale. facebook.com/myglendaleLAC. glendaleartsandculture.org/jewelcityconcertseries
Sunday
Sherman Oaks Street Fair: The 34th annual event, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 18. The event includes carnival rides and activities, live music, community performance stage, a pet zone, arts and crafts and food vendors. Free admission. Ventura Boulevard between Kester Avenue and Van Nuys Boulevard. 818-906-1951. facebook.com/ShermanOaksStreetFair. shermanoaksstreetfair.org
The Getty Center:Last day to see the special exhibit, “Odilon Redon: Otherworldly Visions,” includes charcoal drawings, lithographs and pastels from the Getty’s collection, through Oct. 18 (getty.edu/exhibitions/odilon-redon). Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and Sunday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday. Free admission, but a timed-ticket admission is required (tinyurl.com/yu6fsv3s). Parking $25; $15 after 3 p.m. (getty.edu/visit/center/parking-and-transportation/). Location, 1200 Getty Center Drive (at North Sepulveda Boulevard), Los Angeles. 310-440-7300. getty.edu
Jouyssance Early Music Ensemble – Saints and Sinners: A program of Medieval and Renaissance music by the “mainly a capella” vocal group, 7 p.m. Oct. 18. Tickets $25; $20 seniors; $10 students with current ID (purchase in advance or at the door). Holy Nativity Episcopal Church, 6700 W. 83rd St., Westchester. 213-533-9922. facebook.com/jouyssance and jouyssance.org/current-season
Monday
Spider Pavilion – Natural History Museum Los Angeles County: Learn about spiders at the museum’s outdoor, open-air structure that houses 10-15 species of spiders (mostly orb spiders), through Dec. 6. Plan a visit to the Spider Pavilion in advance as admission is by a reserved time slot (and for 30-minutes); $10 (must also purchase a museum admission). Museum hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Sunday (but closed on the first Tuesday of the month and some holidays). Admission $18; $14 ages 62 and older and ages 13-17; $7 ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and younger, but a ticket is required. Location, 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles. facebook.com/nhmla. nhm.org/experience-nhm/exhibitions-natural-history-museum/spider-pavilion
Los Angeles County Museum of Art: Ongoing special exhibits: “Home of the Future, 1925-1985: Designing Domestic Utopia” and “The Kitchen and Its Discontents,” both through March 14, 2027. Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Tuesday and Thursday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Closed on Wednesday. Tickets: lacma.org/tickets. Exhibits: lacma.org/art/exhibitions/current. Location, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. facebook.com/LACMA. lacma.org
Tuesday
Southern California Garden Club – Catalina, Like Nowhere Else on Earth:Lexy Coons and Gina Nelson, from the Catalina Island Conservancy, discuss the topic, 11 a.m. Oct. 20. Prior to the program: a plant market and country store, both for fundraising plus a plant specimen display, 9:30 a.m.; business meeting, 10 a.m.; club member Terri Taylor discusses garden therapy projects the club has created over the years for gardening enthusiasts who are elderly or disabled, 10:30 a.m.; guest speakers presentation at 11 a.m. Bring your own lunch, noon. Club meetings are on the third Tuesday of the month, September-June. The Southern California Garden Club is celebrating its 100th anniversary year. Sepulveda Garden Center, 16633 Magnolia Blvd., Encino. 818-996-3530.socalgardenclub.org/meetings. socalgardenclub.org and facebook.com/southerncaliforniagardenclub
Valley Relics Museum: Take a trip down San Fernando Valley memory lane with “holiday hours” scheduled today. Hours: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays (beginning Oct. 20). Also, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays; and Saturdays-Sundays (always call ahead before you go to confirm hours). Admission $15; free for ages 10 and younger. Museum is located at 7900 Balboa Blvd., Hangar C3 and C4, entrance is on Stagg Street, Van Nuys. 818-616-4083. facebook.com/valleyrelics. valleyrelicsmuseum.org
Wednesday
Lucas Museum of Narrative Art: Find out what time slots are available to explore the newest museum in Exposition Park, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 21. Museum hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. The museum is closed on Tuesdays. Admission: $25 ages 18-64; $21 ages 65 and up; free for ages 17 and younger (however a timed ticket reservation is required). Details and tickets here: lucasmuseum.org/plan-your-visit. Location, One Lucas Plaza, Los Angeles. lucasmuseum.org
Thursday
The Soraya: Al Jardine and the Pet Sounds Band perform “Music of Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys,” 8 p.m. Oct. 22. Tickets $49 and up; check for availability. Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts on the California State University, Northridge campus, 18111 Nordhoff St. 818-677-8800. facebook.com/TheSorayaStage. thesoraya.org. thesoraya.org/whats-on/en/al-jardine-the-pet-sounds-band
Oct. 23
Pasadena Guild of Children’s Hospital – Treasure and Trivia Rummage Sale:The “upscale” event includes sales of art, fine housewares (china, crystal, silver), men’s and women’s clothing, furniture, jewelry, holiday items, home decor, gardening items and sporting goods. Early bird admission, 9-10 a.m. Oct. 23 ($40; cash-only); admission is free from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 23. In addition, free admission to the sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 24; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 25. Location, 465 N. Halstead St., Pasadena. pasadenaguild.org. Details: pasadenaguild.org/treasures-trivia
Diesel, A Bookstore: Kerry Kennedy discusses and signs “Ethel Kennedy – The Extraordinary Life and Bold Legacy,” 6:30 p.m. Oct. 23. Purchase a copy of the book to reserve a seat in the courtyard (seating is limited). Location, Brentwood Country Mart, 225 26th St., Santa Monica. 310-576-9960. facebook.com/dieselbrentwood. dieselbookstore.com
Circus Vargas – Masquerade!: Thrills and chills are expected at the circus, opening 7:30 p.m. Oct. 23. Also, 1, 4, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24; 12:30, 3:30, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 25; 6:30 p.m. Oct. 25; dates through Nov. 16. Ticket prices vary by seats selected (tickets.circusvargas.com/events/48). Location, 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills. circusvargas.com
UPCOMING
Fiesta del Valle barbecue at Los Angeles Mission College: The college’s Culinary Arts Institute presents a rodeo-inspired barbecue, 3 p.m. Oct. 24. Event includes a mechanical bull and a DJ. Tickets $65; free for ages 12 and younger (must be accompanied with an adult who has a ticket). Purchase tickets in advance. Rain or shine event. Proceeds go to Los Angeles Mission College Foundation, Basic Needs program, and Athletics Department. Main campus quad, 13356 Eldridge Ave., Sylmar. fiestadelvalle26.eventbrite.com. lamc.edu/campus-life/events/2026/10/24/fiesta-del-valle
Jewel City Concert Series – Artsakh Paseo: City of Glendale Library, Arts and Culture presents live music with Rootful (reggae/Latin/funk), 5 p.m. Oct. 24. Free. Bring your own chair (seating is not provided), Location, 127 N. Artsakh Ave., Glendale. facebook.com/myglendaleLAC. glendaleartsandculture.org/jewelcityconcertseries
Jewish Book Festival 2026: Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys present the 28th annual event that begins with Jean-Yves Pitoun discussing “The Three Partisans,” 10 a.m. Oct. 25 (Temple Sholom of Ontario). Register to attend this event, and other festival dates through Dec. 6 around the region. facebook.com/jewishsgpv. jewishsgpv.org/jbf
Jouyssance Early Music Ensemble – Saints and Sinners: A program of Medieval and Renaissance music by the “mainly a capella” vocal group, 4 p.m. Oct. 25. Tickets $25; $20 seniors; $10 students with current ID (purchase in advance or at the door). St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 122 S. California Ave., Monrourrent-season
Greek Theatre: Shaboozey – Outlaws Never Die tour, with Carter Faith, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27. Doors open, 6 p.m. Tickets $46.54 and up. Check the website for tickets and parking. lagreektheatre.com/venue-info/faq. Location, 2700 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles. facebook.com/thegreektheatre. lagreektheatre.com/event/shaboozey/176
Golden Autumn Festival: The event, inspired by Armenian harvest traditions, will have folk dancing, music, and craft activities for adults and children, 3-7 p.m. Nov. 6. Free admission, but make a reservation to attend. Food for purchase from local vendors. Saticoy Elementary School, 7850 Ethel Ave., North Hollywood. 818-213-7783. Email: councilmember.nazarian@lacity.org. Flyer: cd2.lacity.gov/calendar/golden-autumn-festival
ONGOING
Old Town Newhall Farmers Market: 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Old Town Newhall Library, parking lot, 24500 Main St., Newhall. Santa Clarita Farmers Markets: tinyurl.com/2evb6evz. facebook.com/OldTownNewhallFarmersMarket
NoHo Farmers Market: 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays. 500 Colfax Ave., Valley Village. 818-471-0793. farmersmarketnorthhollywood.com
Main Street Canoga Park Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays. 7248 Owensmouth Ave. (between Sherman Way and Wyandotte Avenue). Coastal Pacific Markets, 805-643-6458. Email: pacific209@hotmail.com. facebook.com/canogafarmersmarket
El Nido Farmers Market – Pacoima: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Location, Pacoima Family-market
Woodland Hills Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. 5650 Shoup Ave. 818-300-3023. Facebook: tinyurl.com/ybbchwbb
Encino Farmers Market: ONEgeneration’s market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays. 17400 Victory Blvd. (between Balboa Boulevard and White Oak Avenue). Farmers market manager, 818-708-6611 or email: farmersmarket@onegeneration.org. onegeneration.org/farmers-market
Valencia Farmers Market: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sundays. Location, 27426 Navigation Ave., Valencia (The Porch, on the corner of Magic Mountain Parkway and Navigation Avenue). 661-253-4300. Santa Clarita Farmers Markets: tinyurl.com/2evb6evz. Details: scvfarmersmarkets.com/locations/valencia
Farmers Market – The Vineyards at Porter Ranch: The certified market, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. Location, parking lot at 20000 Rinaldi St., Porter Ranch. thevineyards.com/event/weekly-farmers-market-105
Good Times Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. Los Angeles Valley College, parking lot A, 5800 Fulton Ave. (at Burbank Boulevard), Valley Glen. 818-282-5490. Email: goodtimesfarmersmarket@gmail.com. goodtimesfarmersmarket.com/
Canyon Country Farmers Market: 4-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Canyon Country Community Center, parking lot, 18410 Sierra Highway. 661-253-4300. Santa Clarita Farmers Markets: tinyurl.com/2evb6evz. facebook.com/CanyonCountryFarmersMarket/
Autry Museum of the American West: Museum hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Admission $20; $15 ages 62 and older, and ages 13-18 and also students older than 18 with ID; $9 ages 3-12 (theautry.org/visit). Location, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles. theautry.org
California African American Museum: Exhibit: “Willie Birch – Stories to Tell,” through Oct. 21 (caamuseum.org/exhibitions/2026/willie-birch-stories-to-tell). Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday (caamuseum.org/visit/hours-directions). Free admission. Parking $20 before 5 p.m. (parking lot entrance at West 39th and South Figueroa streets). Museum location, corner of Exposition Boulevard and South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles (in Exposition Park). 213-744-7432. facebook.com/CAAMinLA. caamuseum.org
California Science Center: Save the date: Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center opens Nov. 13 with the space shuttle Endeavour on permanent display (californiasciencecenter.org/exhibits/air-and-space). Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Admission is free to the center’s permanent galleries; a charge for special exhibits. 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles. facebook.com/CaliforniaScienceCenter. californiasciencecenter.org/visit
Museum of the San Fernando Valley: Museum hours: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, as well as 1-5 p.m. Tuesdays (check the website for hours; subject to change). Free admission; donations appreciated. Location, 18904 Nordhoff St. (southwest corner of Nordhoff and Wilbur Avenue), Northridge. 818-347-9665. Email: themuseumsfv@gmail.com. themuseumsfvnow.org
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County: Special exhibit: “Orcas: Our Shared Future,” through April 25, 2027. Hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Sunday (but closed on the first Tuesday of the month and some holidays). General museum admission $18; $14 ages 62 and older and ages 13-17; $7 ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and younger, but a ticket is required. Location, 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles. nhmlac.org. nhm.org/orcas-our-shared-future-exhibition
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