8 Frighteningly Good Halloween Concerts in Southern California – Orange County Register

As Halloween approaches, Southern California turns into a hub of spooky celebrations, with everything from ghost festivals to costume parties. Whether you’re a fan of live hip-hop performances, 2000s hits or immersive Disney experiences, this year’s Halloween events have something for everyone. From the music of OhGeesy to the nostalgic 2000s atmosphere at High Tide in DTLA, the region is gearing up for an evening of music, costumes and spine-tingling fun. So grab your costumes and prepare to dive into the Halloween spirit.

Here is a list of Halloween-themed concert events taking place in Southern California.

Embrace the Halloween spirit on select nights at the Oogie Boogie Bash – a Disney Halloween party at Disney California Adventure Park. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Embrace the Halloween spirit on select nights at the Oogie Boogie Bash – a Disney Halloween party at Disney California Adventure Park. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Escape Halloween, the world’s largest Halloween music festival, returns for its 13th edition on October 25-26 at the NOS Event Center in San Bernardino. (Photo by Marlene Sanchez, Insomniac Events)

Escape Halloween, the world’s largest Halloween music festival, returns for its 13th edition on October 25-26 at the NOS Event Center in San Bernardino. (Photo by Jake West, Insomniac Events)

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Embrace the Halloween spirit on select nights at the Oogie Boogie Bash – a Disney Halloween party at Disney California Adventure Park. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

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Halloween with OhGeesy

Toast to Halloween with an evening full of exciting beats and a live performance by Los Angeles rapper OhGeesy. As the founder of the hip-hop group Shoreline Mafia, OhGeesy has made a name for himself with hits like “Musty” and “Bands,” combining West Coast vibes with trap beats. Fans can see him live this Halloween at Don Quixote in Los Angeles, where costumes are strongly encouraged to match the atmosphere of the evening. DJs also play hip-hop, Top 40 and R&B. Arriving early is highly recommended as the queues often become long.

Where: Don Quixote, 2811 East Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles

When: 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM October 31

Recognition: Tickets start at $33.85 at eventbrite.com. 18+ with government ID; costumes encouraged.

Oogie Boogie Bash – Disneyland

Embrace the Halloween spirit on select nights at the Oogie Boogie Bash – a Disney Halloween party at Disney California Adventure Park. This separately ticketed event transforms the park into a family-friendly Halloween dance party, filled with spooky treats, special entertainment and immersive attractions. Guests get five hours of fun, where people can explore Halloween-themed experiences from trick-or-treating trails to live shows.

Where: Disney California Adventure Park, 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim

When: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM (early entry at 3:00 PM) Select evenings in August, September and October

Recognition: From $134 per guest at Disneyland.com.

Escape Halloween

Escape Halloween, the world’s largest Halloween music festival, returns for its 13th edition. This two-day fright fest is held at the NOS Event Center in San Bernardino and features more than 80 performers on 5 immersive stages. The line-up includes performances from dance music legends such as Afroki (Afrojack B2B Steve Aoki), Illenium, deadmau5, Martin Garrix and hip-hop artist Ludacris. Festival goers can also enjoy heavier beats from Angerfist, Seven Lions and Alison Wonderland, while house and techno fans can look forward to sets from Nina Kraviz, Ben Klock B2B Marcel Dettmann and more. Visitors can explore art installations and delve into Escape’s world of Crazy Town.

Where: NOS Event Center, San Bernardino, CA

When: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM October 25-26

Recognition: Two-day general admission tickets start at $253.95; Two-day VIP passes start at $377.95 at escapehalloween.com.

Kitty’s Halloween Rave

Step into the world of Hello Kitty and spooky fun at Kitty’s Rave Halloween, a Hello Kitty-inspired rave that takes over the Riverside Municipal Auditorium on Halloween night. With the venue transformed into a neon dream, this special edition invites fans of electronic music and Hello Kitty to come together. Whether you wear your cutest rave gear or your spookiest clothes, this unique party is for every Hello Kitty fan.

Where: Riverside Municipal Auditorium, 3485 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside

When: 9 p.m. October 31

Recognition: Tickets start at $27.50 at Livenation.com.

Halloween Fandemonium – Pacific Symphony

Join Maestro Jake and his co-host Leopold for Halloween Fandemonium, a family-friendly concert at the Pacific Symphony. This early morning performance showcases Halloween’s greatest hits with a symphonic twist, featuring music from favorite franchises such as Star Wars, Harry Potter, Marvel Studios and Disney Animation. The spooky atmosphere is enhanced with orchestral classics such as Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries and Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain. Children can enjoy themed activities in the concert hall lobby before the show, and everyone is encouraged to dress up.

Where: Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa

When: 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. October 31

Recognition: Tickets start at $21 at pacificsymphony.org.

Halloween organ, film and music: Nosferatu

Experience the eerie magic of silent cinema as “Nosferatu” comes to life during Walt Disney Concert Hall’s annual Halloween concert. Organist and silent film specialist Clark Wilson returns to perform live an original score to the 1922 horror classic. One of the most notable films in the genre, “Nosferatu” continues to influence modern horror, and Wilson’s organ accompaniment provides a fine blend for the holidays.

Where: Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles

When: 8 p.m. October 31

Recognition: Tickets start at $75 at laphil.com.