Things to Do in LA County This Weekend: October 9–11, 2026

Historic homes. Iconic music. A little October magic.

Some weekends call for a change of scenery. This one delivers it close to home: a stroll through Old Torrance’s historic interiors, a night singing along in Inglewood, and an afternoon discovering the flavors of Long Beach. Add pumpkins and classic monster movies, and you have a weekend that feels like fall—even with the ocean just down the road.

For anyone looking for things to do in southern Los Angeles County this October 9, 10 and 11, these seven picks bring together neighborhood character, culture and a few reasons to linger.

1. Step Inside Old Torrance’s Historic Homes

Original Fall Tour of Historic Homes

• Location: Begin at Torrance Historical Society & Museum, 1345 Post Avenue, Torrance.
• Day: Saturday, October 10, and Sunday, October 11.
• Time: 11 a.m.–4 p.m. both days; museum opens at 10:30 a.m.
• Tickets: $50, purchased at the museum on either tour day. Cash, check and credit cards accepted.

Why go: Six homes reveal how Craftsman, Spanish Colonial Revival, Mission Revival and Tudor Revival architecture can accommodate modern living while retaining its character. Walk between homes, admire the details, and stop for complimentary lemonade and Torrance Bakery cookies at the historic Woman’s Club. An especially lovely outing for architecture lovers.

2. Make It an Iconic Night in Inglewood

TLC & Salt-N-Pepa with En Vogue: IT’S ICONIC

• Location: Intuit Dome, 3930 W. Century Boulevard, Inglewood.
• Day: Saturday, October 10.
• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Tickets: Paid admission through the venue’s official Ticketmaster link; prices vary by seat and availability.

Why go: Turn the group chat into an actual night out. This lineup makes a strong case for dinner followed by an evening of familiar songs, big voices and nostalgic energy. 

3. Get Your October Movie Fix in Gardena

3rd Annual Universal Monster-Thon

• Location: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Boulevard, Gardena.
• Day: Saturday, October 10.
• Time: 3–11 p.m.; first film starts at 3 p.m.
• Tickets: $12 per film or $50 for an all-day pass, before applicable ticketing fees.

Why go: See The Mummy, The Invisible Man, Dracula, Frankenstein and The Wolf Man on the big screen, with trivia, prizes and spooky vendors adding to the atmosphere. Choose one screening or settle in for a full afternoon and evening of classic horror.

4. Start Friday with Food, Art and Community

4th Annual Noche Latina

• Location: Renaissance High School for the Arts, 235 E. 8th Street, Long Beach.
• Day: Friday, October 9.
• Time: 6–8:30 p.m.
• Tickets: Free community event, open to all ages.

Why go: Student performances, a live DJ, Latin street food, cultural demonstrations and a maker market make this an easy family outing. Art activities and an inflatable obstacle course give younger guests plenty to explore.

5. Find Your Fall Porch Inspiration

Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkin Patch

• Location: 17520 Prairie Avenue, Torrance.
• Day: Friday–Sunday, October 9–11.
• Time: Friday, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
• Tickets: Activity tickets are sold at the patch; check the organizer for current prices. Pumpkins are purchased separately.

Why go: Pick a pumpkin, take a seasonal photo, and bring a little autumn home. With pumpkins in different colors, shapes and sizes, this is also an inviting stop for anyone planning a front porch refresh. 

6. Taste Your Way Through Long Beach

Latino Restaurant Week: Final Weekend

• Location: Participating Long Beach restaurants, including Fuego, Taco Shore, Teleferic Barcelona and Zarape Cocina & Cantina.
• Day: Friday–Sunday, October 9–11; the promotion ends Sunday.
• Time: Opening and service hours vary by restaurant.
• Tickets: Pay for your meal; menus, prices and reservation requirements vary.

Why go: Let your dinner plans introduce you to a new local favorite. This celebration of Latino-owned restaurants and chefs offers an opportunity to explore special menus while supporting the people who give Long Beach its culinary personality. 

7. Spend Sunday at a Neighborhood Oktoberfest

Long Beach Beer Lab’s 9th Anniversary & Oktoberfest

• Location: Wrigley back lot, 518 W. Willow Street, Long Beach.
• Day: Sunday, October 11.
• Time: Noon–5 p.m., as listed by Visit Long Beach.
• Tickets: No cover; all ages welcome. Food, drinks and purchases are extra.

Why go: Live music, new beer releases, local pop-up shops and a stein-holding competition set the scene for an unhurried Sunday. Kids’ activities make it an option for the whole family.

A local planning note: Long Beach Marathon weekend is October 10–11. Saturday’s Aquarium of the Pacific 5K starts at 6:50 a.m.; Sunday’s marathon starts at 5:30 a.m. and half marathon at 7 a.m. Allow extra travel time and check the official route and road closure information before heading downtown. Visit Long Beach

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All times Pacific. Confirm current details and ticket availability with organizers before attending.