Weekend

Halloween Party and Costume Contest with Peace Frog and DJ Sean Q
Surfside Venice has created a diverse selection of menu items to entice beachside guests from California comfort food, to a delicious mix of LA-Korean inspired dishes, sustainable seafood and vegan and vegetarian options. Locals enjoy nightly live entertainment from local emerging artists to touring acts along with craft cocktails. Free; Saturday, 7 pm-2 am; Surfside Venice 23 Windward Ave, Venice, CA 90291

Angel City Brewery Presents Howl-O-Ween: Pooch-tacular Party for Pups and Pint Lovers
Halloween has gone to the dogs! You are invited to bring their fur-covered bestie to Angel City Brewery for Howl-O-Ween. Two-legged and four-legged creatures alike will receive treats for tricks while enjoying grub, games, getups and K-9 themed goodies. Don’t have a pup? Come on down to taste Angel City’s newest beers Number of the Yeast and Zero Flocs Given. Inside the dog-friendly brewery, owners can sip and savor Angel City Brewery’s dark and light duo, Number of the Yeast and Zero Flocs Given. Experience the dark side with a pint of Number of the Yeast, a devilishly bitter ale fermented at 66.6ºF to hit 6.66% ABV and 66.6 IBU. This full-bodied beer features decadent chocolate notes with a unique aroma of roasted malt and sweet citrus fruit. Craving something on the juicy side? Enjoy a pint of Zero Flocs Given! Beneath the haze of this unfiltered New England-style IPA is a bright, vivid beer with satisfying notes of fruit and orange. Guests will enjoy a dog-themed Beer Bazaar, a canine costume contest, and silly puppy photos from Charlie Nunn Photography. Didn’t outfit Fido? Dress your pet in the best with bowties from Bogie Bows. Shop treats and toys from Healthy Spot, learn to stay from Tully’s Training and learn about Rover’s home away from home with Bone Sweet Bone. Still searching for your own furry friend? Stop by Best Friends LA’s information tent to learn more about pet adoption. Saturday, 12-4 pm; 216 Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

BaleenKitchen’s Baloween Party
Bring your Mateys for a Pirate-Themed Halloween Costume Party on Saturday October 28th beginning at 9 PM. Come early and enjoy drink specials, live entertainment and prizes for the best costume and best pirate!  No cover charge before 9:00 PM.  $15 cover with no costume and $5 cover with costume.  Come for dinner and stay for the party with no cover. 260 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach, CA  90277; 310.372.1202

Halloween at Laurel Tavern Hermosa Beach
Just steps from the sand, Laurel Tavern Hermosa Beach will be hosting Halloween Celebrations all weekend long. Known for its extensive spirit selection and handcrafted cocktails, the tavern will have festive specialty drinks, pumpkin beer and a costume contest (with prizes) you won’t want to miss. Friday, Saturday & Tuesday; 1220 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Postmates is Delivering Halloween Costumes On-Demand
With Halloween just around the corner, you many need a last minute costume. Instead of putting on a mix of random clothing and calling it an “80’s costume”, Postmates is here for you. You can choose from a variety of costumes like this year’s most popular costume, the Dancing Hot Dog or classics like a unicorn, cat, or witch. Just pay for the cost of the costume and they’ll deliver it for free. To order, just open the Postmates iOS or Android app and tap on the Halloween store, choose the costume and it will be on its way. Friday-Sunday

Ever Bar’s Drag Queen Story Hour
“The Library” room at Ever Bar welcomes Drag Queen Story Hour, a fun, free and fabulous event during which Los Angeles’ most glittering, magical drag queens read progressive children’s’ lit to kids of all ages! Free; Friday, 5-6 pm; 1800 Argyle Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028

“Maliboooo” Country Mart Celebrates Halloween
The Mart will be decked out in festive Halloween décor including pumpkins and hay bales to create a spooky Halloween atmosphere. Children and adults are invited to partake in making ghost-inspired painted rocks, Halloween paintings and join in with creative writing at Art4People’s craft table. A Halloween costume contest will be held for both pets and children starting at 2 p.m. near the Jester fountain. The lucky winners with the best costume of both categories will each receive a $100 gift certificate. During the event, children can fill their goodie bags with candy, tattoos, stickers all things Halloween. Sunday, noon – 2 pm; 3835 Cross Creek Rd, Malibu, CA, 90265

Contemporary Crafts Market
It’s never too early to start your holiday shopping! Find hand-crafted furnishings, ceramics, jewelry, metalwork, textiles, blown glass and more at this seasonal market that celebrates local, fine craft. $8; Friday & Saturday, 10 am-6 pm, Sunday 10 am-5 pm; Pasadena Convention Center, 300 East Green St, Pasadena, CA

Benjamin Salons: Blowout Fundraiser for Puerto Rico
Look good while doing good at Benjamin Salons. Blowouts will be $35 and all proceeds go directly to San Juan’s Albizua University’s Go Fund Me campaign. Sunday, 10:30 am-6 pm; West Hollywood: 8910 Melrose Ave; Arts District: 300 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA; Call for appointments, 424.249.3296.

Shore Hotel Celebrates Dodgers Return to World Series with 29% Off
Twenty-nine years after the Dodgers’ last World Series appearance, Shore Hotel in Santa Monica, CA is celebrating the team’s return to the championship series by inviting you to hit a home run at Shore with 29% off on Sunday. The Home Run Package also includes hot dogs, popcorn and beer from hotel’s pantry offerings. $350+ (two-night minimum); 1515 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401; Reservations for the Home Run Package are required and can be made by calling (310) 656-4541 or booking here 

Tailgating in the Sky: Nest at WP24
You can fuel up before the Lakers v. Raptors game at this unique, one-time only tailgating experience 24 floors above DTLA. This sky-high pop up will feature several eatery stations include bites like Szechuan Smoked Suckling Pig, Chinese Steamed Buns and Mochi Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches. Beer and cocktails will also be on-hand. $50; Friday, 5-8 pm; The Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles, 900 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 213.743.8824

Dog Haus West Covina Celebrates Three Year Anniversary
Dog Haus is turning three years old! To celebrate, the restaurant will be offering $3 Haus dogs, sausages and burgers, and $3 draft beers all day. Select from any of the Haus Dog, sausage and burger creations, with a veggie option available as well, and an expansive tap list of beers to choose from. Sunday, 11 am-10 pm; Dog Haus West Covina, 2678 E Garvey Ave S, West Covina, CA 91791; 626.331.4287

Grand Central Market’s 100th Anniversary
The DTLA food halls celebrates 100 years with a day full of activities and attractions. Festivities kick off with a 13,000 balloon installation by LA artist Jihan Zencirli (Geronimo Balloons), alongside a 100-layer, one story tall birthday cake. During the evening, market vendors serve up specials inspired by the hall’s history and the number 100. Other entertainment includes music performances, a photo booth, costume contest and more. Friday; 317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA

Taste Talks Los Angeles
This innovative food festival that takes place across the country and is happening in Los Angeles this weekend. The weekend will feature exclusive talks, demonstrations and a cookout at Mack Sennett Studios in L.A.’s Echo Park from such gastronomic leaders as: Curtis Stone of Gwen and Maude, Jonathan Yao of Kato, Claudette Zepata-Wilkins of El Jardin, Gabe Orta of Broken Shaker, Michael Fiorelli of Love & Salt, and many more! $49+; Saturday & Sunday

Patina Restaurant Group Opens Center 360
Center 360 opens within the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza at Orange County’s cultural epicenter, Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Serving breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday, as well as lunch and dinner during performance hours, Center 360 has a playful menu with global influences using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. On weekdays, early risers can enjoy dishes like the Sriracha Melt with cage-free soft scrambled eggs, chives, cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, and Sriracha mayo on a toasted brioche bun; Favacado Toast with avocado mash, fava beans, watermelon radish, lemon, and shaved bonito flakes; a daily rotating chef’s selection of sweet and savory pastries; and healthful offerings such as a Granola Cup with housemade super grain granola, Greek yogurt, fresh berries, and wild flower honey. A full coffee and espresso bar, using freshly-roasted Intelligentsia beans, is open all day. Weekday lunch and weekend matinees includes a variety of salads, like Sesame-Togarashi Crusted Ahi Tuna with baby lettuce, shredded cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, grilled scallions, pickled ginger, crispy wontons, and soy ginger vinaigrette; soups, such as Chile con Carne with grass-fed beef, sea salt crema, and cave aged cheddar; as well as sandwiches like The Cuban with roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, and mustard on a toasted soft roll. For dessert or a mid-day treat, Coolhaus Awesome Ice Cream Sandwiches are available. During performance hours, dinner offers an array of fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches, as well as playful entrées, such as OC Street Tacos with pork al pastor, roasted pineapple, cilantro, onion, salsa, and corn tortillas; Chickpea Falafel with pickled pink turnips, marinated cabbage, tahini sauce, and grilled flat bread; and Guinness-battered Fish + Chips served with tartar sauce and malt vinegar. Sidle up to the bar during the afternoons and evenings for seasonally-inspired specialty and classic cocktails like the Winter 75 with Absolut Elyx Vodka, lemon, lavender syrup, and sparkling wine and a French Margarita with blanco tequila, Yellow Chartreuse, lime, and agave. Rounding out the cocktail menu are international and domestic red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines by the glass, as well as a selection of craft beers on draft or by the bottle from local breweries like Bootlegger’s and Barley Forge, alongside other domestic and global options.