The Traveler's Bucket List!

Sometimes our bucket lists needs those little fun things close to home. Here are some ideas for things to do in Los Angeles in October 2023:

Here are some specific events happening in LA in October 2023:

• In-N-Out Burger 75th Anniversary Festival (October 22): Celebrate the 75th anniversary of In-N-Out Burger with this family-friendly festival. The event will feature live music, food trucks, games, and activities. https://www.instagram.com/p/CkbQ2aHuTeK/ In-N-Out Burger 75th Anniversary Festival, Los Angeles
• Día de los Muertos at Hollywood Forever (October 28): Celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. The event will feature live music, dance performances, food trucks, and art vendors. https://www.timeout.com/los-angeles/things-to-do/dia-de-los-muertos-at-hollywood-forever Día de los Muertos at Hollywood Forever, Los Angeles
• The Postal Service + Death Cab for Cutie (October 17): Two of the biggest indie rock bands of the 2000s, The Postal Service and Death Cab for Cutie, are teaming up for a co-headlining tour. They’ll be performing at the Hollywood Bowl on October 17. https://variety.com/2022/music/news/postal-service-death-cab-for-cutie-co-headline-tour-1235454328/ Postal Service + Death Cab for Cutie concert, Los Angeles
• Carved (October 6 – 29): You can’t miss, Carved; a mile-long trail, filled with all things pumpkins, including an illuminated forest of jack-o’-lanterns, at Descanso Gardens. For three weeks this fall (Oct 6–29), the event will line a loop of the botanical garden with pumpkins in all sorts of forms. https://www.timeout.com/los-angeles/things-to-do/carved
• 626 Golden Streets (October 29): 626 Golden Streets is a free event that closes down a portion of Pasadena Avenue to car traffic and opens it up to pedestrians, cyclists, and skateboarders. The event will feature live music, food trucks, and art installations. https://www.626goldenstreets.com/ 626 Golden Streets, Los Angeles

And throughout the month of October, check these events out.

• Visit Knott’s Scary Farm. Knott’s Scary Farm is one of the most popular Halloween attractions in the country, and it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re in LA in October. The park is transformed into a haunted wonderland, with mazes, scare zones, and shows to keep you entertained all night long. https://www.knotts.com/
• Explore Griffith Park. Griffith Park is one of the largest urban parks in the United States, and it’s a great place to go for a hike, bike ride, or picnic. The park is also home to the Griffith Observatory, which offers stunning views of the city. https://griffithobservatory.org/
• Visit the beach. The weather in LA is still warm in October, so it’s a great time to enjoy the beach. Some of the most popular beaches in LA include Santa Monica, Venice Beach, and Malibu. https://www.santamonicapier.org/
• See a concert or show. There are always a variety of concerts and shows happening in LA. Check the listings at the Hollywood Bowl, the Greek Theatre, or the Dolby Theatre to see what’s on during your visit. https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/concerts/los-angeles

I hope this gives you some ideas for things to do in Los Angeles in October 2023. No matter what you choose to do, you’re sure to have a great time and I hope to see you out there…