Weho Announces Details for Sexy and Scary Night of Costumes, Entertainment, and Fun
West Hollywood’s legendary Halloween Carnaval will make its return on October 31, 2024, drawing thousands of costumed revelers to the city’s Rainbow District along Santa Monica Boulevard. This free event, open to the public, will run from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. along a one-mile stretch of Historic Route 66 between N. Doheny Drive and N. La Cienega Boulevard.
First held in 1987, the Halloween Carnaval has become a celebration of self-expression and diversity. Attendees can expect live music, food trucks, and a vast array of creative costumes. This year’s festivities will include a live DJ set on a stage at the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and N. San Vicente Boulevard.
City officials are reminding attendees of important safety guidelines. Alcohol, weapons, and drones are prohibited, and revelers are encouraged to use clear plastic bags for personal items. Due to the large crowds, young children and pets are best left at home. The City urges attendees to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement, promoting the motto: “If You See Something, Say Something.”
In addition to the main event, local bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues will host smaller-scale Halloween celebrations throughout the weekend. The City has waived special event permit fees to support these businesses, which can apply for permits until October 21, 2024.
For transportation, West Hollywood’s PickUp and Cityline will offer free Halloween service to and from N. Sweetzer Avenue/Santa Monica Boulevard, within walking distance from the Halloween Carnaval. Cityline will run a Hollywood/Highland route from 5 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. along with servicing all stops along Santa Monica Boulevard between N. Sweetzer Avenue and N. La Brea Avenue (with the last eastbound boarding at N. Sweetzer at 11 p.m.). The PickUp will run a local route from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. servicing all stops along Santa Monica Boulevard between N. Sweetzer Avenue and N. La Brea Avenue. Details about the Halloween Special Service and schedule will be posted at www.wehopickup.com.
The Sunset Strip’s Afterlife Transfer Trolley will provide a spooky ride along Sunset Boulevard on several dates, October 26, 27, 31, and November 1. A full schedule will be available at www.thesunsetstrip.com/halloweentrolley. The Afterlife Transfer Trolley is organized by the Sunset Strip Business Improvement District (BID) in partnership with the City of West Hollywood.
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) bus lines that connect to the City of West Hollywood include 4, 10, 30/330, 105, 212/312, 217, and 218. More information regarding lines and route changes due to street closures is available at www.metro.net.
To ensure safety, the City will implement road closures and parking restrictions. Updates on the event and street closures can be found on the City’s website, www.weho.org/halloween, and by subscribing to SMS/text updates.
West Hollywood Park facilities impacts/closures will occur as follows:
- West Hollywood Park will be closed from 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024, through 7 a.m. Friday, November 1, 2024.
- West Hollywood Park small and large dog parks and basketball courts will be closed from 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024, through 7 a.m. Friday, November 1, 2024.
- West Hollywood Park Five-Story Parking Structure will be closed all day on Thursday, October 31, 2024; the structure will reopen on Friday, November 1, 2024, at 7 a.m.
Street closures associated with Halloween Carnaval are as follows:
- N. San Vicente Boulevard between Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue from 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024, to no later than 7 a.m. on Friday, November 1, 2024. All alleyways between Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue from 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024, to no later than 7 a.m. on Friday, November 1, 2024.
- Santa Monica Boulevard between N. Croft Avenue/ Holloway Drive and N. Doheny Drive from 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024, through 6 a.m. on Friday, November 1, 2024.
- N. La Cienega Boulevard between Holloway Drive and Willoughby Avenue from 10 a.m. Thursday, October 31, 2024, to 6 a.m. on Friday, November 1, 2024.
- N. San Vicente Boulevard between Santa Monica Boulevard and Cynthia Street from 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024, through 6 a.m. on Friday, November 1, 2024.
- N. Robertson Boulevard between Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue from 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024, through 6 a.m. on Friday, November 1, 2024.
- N. La Peer Drive between Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue from 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024, through 6 a.m. on Friday, November 1, 2024.
- N. Almont Drive between Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue from 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024, through 6 a.m. on Friday, November 1, 2024.
- Sunset Boulevard eastbound and westbound turn lanes onto southbound La Cienega Boulevard from 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024, through 6 a.m. on Friday, November 1, 2024.
Additionally, the City’s Block by Block Security Ambassadors program leverages the effectiveness of local law enforcement and works in collaboration with the Sheriff’s Station to address nonviolent calls for service. The Block by Block Security Ambassador Hotline provides access to free 24/7 support by calling (833) WEHO-BBB or (833) 934-6222, or by calling/texting (323) 821-8604.
For further inquiries, contact the City’s Event Services Division or the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station at (310) 855-8850.
