Planning a trip to Southern California? Or are you a SoCal resident looking for something fun and different to do this month? We’ve gathered some of the most anticipated events in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas that are sure to be fun for date nights, outings with friends, or family fun!
1. Front Porch Cinema
Location: Santa Monica Pier, California
Dates: Every Friday Night, Oct. 3-24
Price: Free!
“Enjoy a combination of music and films in the ocean breeze—ranging from fun family flicks to thought-provoking docs. Plus, you can show up early for the “Cinema Lounge,” which pairs movie-themed cocktails and food vendors with each film.” –www.timeout.com
2. Dark Harbor at the Queen Mary
Location: Long Beach, California
Dates: Oct. 2-4; 9-12; 16-19; 23-26; and Oct. 29-Nov. 2
Price: Ranges from $20-$60 (season passes are just $60!)
“Dark Harbor brings the real haunted history of The Queen Mary to life, offering an unforgettable, authentically frightening experience. This year’s Dark Harbor is thrilled to unveil a spectacle of new attractions that include two brand new mazes and the new Voodoo Village. Beloved veteran characters including The Ringmaster and all grotesque spirits of the Queen will make a chilling return for 20 nights of delightful terror amidst freaks, food, and live entertainment.” –www.queenmary.com
3. October is Kids Free in San Diego Month!
Location: Various San Diego Locations, California
Dates: The Month of October
Price: Discounts!
“During “Kids Free San Diego” Month” – the entire month of October – families with children can enjoy special deals at more than 100 San Diego hotels, restaurants, attractions, museums and transportation companies including the San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo Safari Park, SeaWorld San Diego, LEGOLAND California, the Birch Aquarium at Scripps, Belmont Park and the USS Midway Museum. “Kids Free San Diego” Month offers a variety of “kids free” incentives, ranging from complimentary meals, attraction admission and Amtrak rides to welcome amenities at area hotels and much more.” –www.visitcalifornia.com
4. Downtown Dark Nights
Location: Los Angeles (Eastside)
Date: October 3rd
Price: Discounts!
“The Dark Nights return for another soirée of late-night happy hour deals, street performers, dance groups and DJs. Sure, it could just be a marketing ploy to get people hanging out on slow nights at LA Live, but we’re not going to complain about dining discounts and free music. The Downtown entertainment complex is hosting $5 all-night happy hour deals at most of the casual dining spots, free performances and 40% off your favorite LA sports team gear at Staples Center sports apparel headquarters. Plus, the price of the usually exorbitant parking is being knocked down to $5—free for “Downtown Preferred” members.” –www.timeout.com
5. World’s First Vegan Oktoberfest
Location: Santa Monica, California
Date: October 4th
Price: $20-$45 ($65 VIP Tickets are Sold Out!)
“Only in LA are vegans not only tolerated but encouraged at the world’s singular vegan Oktoberfest at Santa Monica Beach. Bunny loving beer guzzlers gather by the sea (2600 Barnard Way) on October 4 to access all the trappings of an authentic, albeit meatless, German beer hall: Live Oompah bands, Bavarian maidens, delicious eats from vegan restaurants around LA and, of course, vegan craft beer. Admission includes a beer stein for guests to use during their day of unlimited refills. What’s more? A portion of the event proceeds will go to benefit Expand Animal Rights Now, giving you every excuse (both moral and dietary) to snag your tickets now!” –www.timout.com
6. Halloween Carnaval
Location: West Hollywood, California
Date: October 31st
Price: Free!
“The largest Halloween street party in the world happens in West Hollywood. Each year, on October 31st, nearly 500,000 people take to the streets of Santa Monica Boulevard to enjoy the craziest, most eccentric costume creations ever at the West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval. Visitors can expect fantastic live entertainment and food vendors all along Santa Monica Blvd. One of the night’s highlights is the crowning of an Honorary “Queen of the Carnaval.” Admission is free and the event starts at 6 PM and runs until 11 PM.” –www.visitwesthollywood.com
7. American Institute of Architects Orange County Annual Design Awards Program
Location: John Wayne Airport, Orange County, California
Date: September 24- November 28
Price: Free!
“More than 80 entries from the 2012 and 2013 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Orange County Design Awards Program are on exhibit at John Wayne Airport through November 28, 2014. The collection is being presented in the Vi Smith Concourse Gallery in Terminal A across from Gates 2 through 5, in Terminal C across from Gates 18 through 21 and in the freestanding display cases across from Gate 14.” –www.visittheoc.com
8. Los Angeles Haunted Hayride
Location: Griffith Park, Los Feliz, California
Date: Throughout the month of October
Price: $25-$55 ($1,395 for a private wagon)
“Not quite kid-friendly, this year’s hayride finds itself exploring a portal to the underworld that’s opened up in Griffith Park. It’s an actual hayride—a long one—and you might wet, although ponchos will be courteously provided. There’s a pumpkin patch and “scary-go-round” for wee ones (and ‘fraidy cats), as well as a pitch-black maze filled with “demons and maniacs.” This year’s theme, “Echoes from the Rift,” brings apocalyptic creatures to the park, like a 40-foot Leviathan and a three-headed Cerberus. In addition, the attraction has added two new experience: House of the Horsemen, a game-like encounter with the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, and the Seven Sins Sideshow, an interactive freak show where the audience will have to activate each scene, via everything from singing from a hymn book to uttering a secret phrase in a mirror.” –www.timeout.com
These events are just a few of the numerous exciting activities happening in Southern California this month! Here, there is always something new to experience and new people to meet. Global Point Relocation Solutions recommends you embrace yourself in all of the fun and unique activities that Southern California has to offer when considering relocating to the area! Let us help you find the right city and the right price when searching to buy or rent your next property.
For more information about buying or selling your home in the greater Los Angeles and Orange County areas, please contact Global Point Relocation Solutions at (562) 221-0055.
-Talia B.
Published on 2014-10-04 10:45:20
