Halloween

A mother who took her children to a Halloween “Trunk or Treat” event in Simi Valley discovered drugs in a zip-close bag in their candy Friday.

For Americans, 2020 was a year when fear and death commandeered front-row seats in life.

A mother who took her children to a Halloween “Trunk or Treat” event in Simi Valley discovered drugs in a zip-close bag in their candy. Kim Baldonado reports for the NBC4 News at 4 p.m. on Oct. 26, 2020.

He calls himself a bar poet. Meet Mattias Horseman who tells us an eerie story about his encounter with a mysterious woman after a day of drinking gin in Scotland. Oh, and get a simple recipe for his delicious “Witching Hour” cocktail that will spice up your Halloween.

Two make-from-home projects are on the spirited schedule, which caters to crafty kids and their parents.

Festooned with bright frights, the Pacific Wheel in Santa Monica is delivering holiday delights nightly through Nov. 2.

A 22-foot rocket rests on the property of a local man who has a stellar reputation for creating extravagant Halloween displays at his home. Greg Jones has been living in the neighborhood for just over two decades and year after year, he’s created over-the-top Halloween décor to bring a smile to his community.

A trio of frightful (and not-too-frightful) flicks will haunt the screen over the final three days of October.

A ghost tour, campfire-style tales told virtually, and other atmospheric events are bringing us the October cheer that’s famously associated with the DTLA neighborhood.

Need ideas to make your Halloween festive in spite of the pandemic? Lifestyle expert Limor Suss shared her best tips with us, including ways to have fun with your food, throw a virtual party or play games outside.

We asked doctors and epidemiologists: How are you making the most of Halloween this year while maintaining masks and social distancing?

The Burbank Police Department is hosting a “Reverse Trick-or- Treat” pumpkin-coloring contest this year, in which officers will bring treats to children starting Saturday.

Want to avoid your kids’ sugar crash? Nutritionist Dr. Nicole Avena says we can all be celebrating a candy-free Halloween. It may sound hard to believe but she’s got us convinced with her candy alternatives, healthier hosting staples, and more.

A haunt-happy host of at-home activities are popping up each day through the end of the month on the Pasadena museum’s site.

South Bay residents looking for a spooky drive or walk-by experience that’s scary safe can check out this decked out house in Torrance.

South Bay residents looking for a spooky drive or walk-by experience that’s scary safe can check out this decked out house in Torrance. The free Halloween installation features mechanical vampires, killer clowns, zombies and more.

The event isn’t a festival this year, but guests are invited to show up in costume at the Long Beach destination over a few lighthearted days.

NBCLX storyteller Clark Fouraker shares tips for celebrating a safe Halloween this year, such as carving pumpkins outside with others, participating in virtual costume contests and setting candy around your own home for a unique trick-or-treating experience.