Around Newport This Week: Oct. 26–Nov. 1

Published October 30, 2026

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NEWPORT BEACH | AROUND NEWPORT THIS WEEK | OCTOBER 30, 2026

Halloween leads Newport Beach’s calendar this week, with family programs, live music, films and community gatherings across the city. Here are seven events verified on organizer or venue pages for Oct. 26 through Nov. 1.

Pendry Halloween Trick-or-Treating and Dive-In Movie

Pendry Newport Beach hosts poolside trick-or-treating from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, followed by an outdoor screening of Coco through 10 p.m. The event is open to resort guests, members and the local community; the listing says the experience is complimentary for resort guests, with reservations recommended and walk-ins welcome. When: Tuesday, Oct. 27, 6–10 p.m. · Where: Pendry Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Drive · Cost: Complimentary for resort guests; reservations recommended · Link: Event details

Celebrate a Decade Dockside

Lido Marina Village marks its 10th anniversary with participating retailers and restaurants offering sips, treats and in-store experiences. The evening also includes a presentation near the boat fountain, gourmet popcorn and live entertainment. When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 5–7 p.m. · Where: Lido Marina Village, 3420 Via Oporto · Cost: Free and open to the community · Link: Event details

Vinyl Meets Velvet

DJ Steve Dubb spins records in The Cabaret at the Elwood Club on Thursday night. Admission is complimentary, while food and cocktails are available for purchase. Reservations are recommended; the event is for guests 21 and older, and a dress code applies. When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 8–11 p.m. · Where: Pendry Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Drive · Cost: Free admission; food and drinks extra · Link: Event details

Halloween Party at Central Library

The Newport Beach Public Library’s annual children’s Halloween party features crafts, a spooky storytime and trick-or-treating around the library. Costumes are encouraged. It is for ages 3 to 8; children must be accompanied by an adult, and no registration is required. Materials are available while supplies last. When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 4–5 p.m. · Where: Children’s Room, Central Library, 1000 Avocado Avenue · Cost: Free; no registration required · Link: Library listing

K-Tel All Stars 70s Soundtrack

Campus JAX’s pre-Halloween dance party brings the K-Tel All Stars to Newport Beach for a live recreation of 1970s rock and pop hits. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; costumes are welcome. When: Friday, Oct. 30, 8–10 p.m. · Where: Campus JAX, 3950 Campus Drive · Cost: Ticketed; advance purchase required through the venue · Link: Tickets and details

Once Upon a Nightmare Before Christmas

On Balboa Island, Once Upon an Island’s limited Halloween experience sends families through an interactive, spooky-not-scary North Pole featuring Jack Skellington, Sally and Zero. Tours are timed, limited to eight guests per group and require every guest to have a ticket. When: Friday, Oct. 30, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. · Where: Once Upon an Island, 114 Agate Avenue · Cost: Starting at $39.99 per guest, plus a 6% booking fee · Link: Event details

Hocus Pocus at the Lido Theater

The Lido Theater screens the Halloween favorite Hocus Pocus on Saturday evening. Doors open 30 minutes before the 7 p.m. show, and the film is rated PG. Tickets are sold through the theater’s official ticketing link. When: Saturday, Oct. 31, 7–8:30 p.m. · Where: The Lido Theater, 3459 Via Lido · Cost: Ticketed; purchase through the official ticket link · Link: Theater listing and tickets