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Over the last few years, Halloween haunt events at theme parks have gotten ridiculously pricey here in the Los Angeles area. One event I make sure not to miss, though, is Dark Harbor. It’s the one festivity I must attend every October, and it has stayed relatively affordable. Plus, it’s a rare Halloween attraction because it takes place on actual haunted grounds!
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SugarMynt Gallery in South Pasadena keeps it spooky year-round, but they’ve planned something extra special for October. Their current exhibit pays tribute to the iconic Halloween franchise and the dark fantasy animated miniseries Over the Garden Wall. To top it off, they’re hosting a Halloween walking tour!
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Get ready for a raw, visceral horror reading experience in Don’t Leave Her Alone. It’s the debut novel of Spanish author Desirée de Fez, and it boldly confronts the shadow side of womanhood. The story unfolds in unexpected ways and blends horror, fantasy, and magical realism, building up to an incredible climax.
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Have you planned your outfits for this spooky season? If you need help putting together the perfect Halloween-inspired wardrobe, Unique Vintage has got you covered. Just in time for fall, the fashion boutique has released its Creepy Collection featuring licensed collabs, and it’s filled with tons of stylish treats!
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Midnight Syndicate has released a new full-length album, and you’re going to want to add it to this spooky season’s playlist. With Plankett’s Grove, composers Edward Douglas and Gavin Goszka took inspiration from folk horror to create a soundscape that brims with eerie effects. The result is a deeply immersive listening experience.
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Redder Moon is a Latinx gothic new wave band based in Kansas City, Missouri. Cousins Jeremiah James Gonzales (frontman and songwriter) and Sergio Gonzales-Gonzales (touring bassist) are Mexican American and the faces of the group. The duo just debuted a new music video for “If You’re Falling, Dive,” which is the title track of their latest full-length album of the same name. The video showcases deep contemplation transpiring within the shadows.
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In 2016, what would become the world’s biggest Halloween and horror convention was launched in Long Beach, California. For 10 years, Midsummer Scream has been delighting the spooky community with awesome panels, mini haunts, vendors, and novel macabre experiences. It took place again this August at the Long Beach Convention Center breaking attendance records, yet again. The event creators also made a special announcement that changes the trajectory of the horror convention. I’m about to break down what transpired over the course of this darkly magical weekend.
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It’s that time of year here in the U.S. where there’s a holiday lull after the Fourth of July until October 31st. There are no other major holidays happening in this part of the globe during this period, so for us macabre folks, it’s already spooky season. Also, July 23rd marks the 100-day countdown to All Hallows’ Eve, which is a big deal in the Halloween community. To mark the occasion, I release a special guide annually to help you prepare for and immerse yourself in the spooky season. Here, I share my recommendations for shopping, music, costumes, and more!
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While I’ve read plenty of vampire novels, I must admit that I haven’t come across much vampiric poetry. Poet LindaAnn LoSchiavo has released a short anthology called Vampire Verses: Poems that’s inspired by these fanged, nocturnal creatures. It includes poetry written in different styles and presents vampires in a variety of interesting scenarios that are fun to delve into. To quote the title page, it’s “your portal to the immortals.”
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Blackcraft Coffee has made its way to the West Coast. The witchy café has been serving guests in Salem, Massachusetts, for a few years. Early in 2026, they opened their second location in the City of Angels. Its wicked ambiance and delicious coffee make it a must-stop when you need your caffeine fix.
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