West Hollywood
Halloween Carnaval
Saturday, October 31, 2026
West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval: What You Need to Know
The Halloween Carnaval is free to attend and will take place on Friday, October 31, 2026, 6-11 p.m., on Santa Monica Boulevard/Historic Route 66 between N. Doheny Drive and N. La Cienega Boulevard.
In the heart of West Hollywood’s Rainbow District, the Halloween Carnaval will feature a stage at the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and N. San Vicente Boulevard with a live DJ, food trucks and thousands of wildly dressed Halloween revelers for an only-in-West Hollywood experience.
There will also be Halloween celebrations at bars, restaurants, entertainment venues and hotels throughout the city!
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Share Your #wehohalloween
Carnaval-goers are encouraged to get into the Halloween spirit and show off their costumes by uploading photos to social media with the hashtag #wehohalloween (and don’t forget to tag @wehocity and @visitweho).
Frequently Asked Questions
The West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval is free to attend and no tickets are required. Party on and spend your money at the bar later!
The West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval is open to the public, but we recommend leaving kids and pets at home — it’s sure to get risqué and crowded.
Yes. The Halloween Carnaval is a huge street party; attendees are free to walk the boulevard and pop into nearby venues for libations and more debauchery. You can’t purchase or consume booze on the street.
The West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval takes place on Santa Monica Boulevard (a part of historic Route 66) in West Hollywood, between North Doheny Drive and La Cienega Boulevard.
The Halloween Carnaval officially runs from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., but don’t fret! The celebrations continue well into the night inside nearby venues.
Halloween Carnaval Parking & Transportation
With many parking areas closed and heavy traffic expected on Halloween night, visitors are strongly encouraged to use ridesharing or free public transit to reach the West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval. Regular service for The PickUp and Cityline will be suspended on October 31 and replaced by the WeHo Halloween Ride, a free service running from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m. along Santa Monica Boulevard between North La Brea Avenue and North Kings Road. Select vehicles will also connect to the Hollywood/Highland Metro Station from 6 p.m. to midnight. See full route maps and schedules, and stay up to speed with street closure information, modifications to Cityline Local and Commuter service and parking information as it becomes available.
Halloween revelers are reminded not to drive under the influence; even one drink can impair safe driving.
History of the Halloween Carnaval
First launched in 1987, West Hollywood’s celebration of Halloween is rooted in the city’s diverse community and culture of self-expression. Over the years, the event has evolved into the world-famous Halloween Carnaval, an annual spectacle of phenomenal costumes, live entertainment and creative performances that draws hundreds of thousands of participants and spectators. Today, visitors travel from across the region — and around the globe — to experience this one-of-a-kind celebration.
Your Guide to Halloween in West Hollywood 2025
The West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval may be the main attraction, but there are lots of other reasons to celebrate spooky season in WeHo!
Safety Tips
To ensure a safe Halloween Carnaval for everyone, the City of West Hollywood and the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station remind attendees about important safety guidelines:
- No alcohol or public drinking is allowed.
- No backpacks, camera cases, tote bags, etc., will be permitted (clear plastic bags will be allowed).
- No weapons, fireworks or drones will be tolerated.
- Kids and pets are strongly discouraged.
- Carnaval-goers, remember: If You See Something, Say Something.
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