Carrie & The Prom at Hermosa Beach Community Center

Some Halloween events borrow a spooky theme. This one holds the party in the actual room. The City of Hermosa Beach and MHP Haunt are throwing Carrie & The Prom at the Hermosa Beach Community Center, the original filming location for the 1976 horror film Carrie. It is one of the more unusual things happening in Los Angeles this October, and it sits in the South Bay, a short trip from the beach.

When: Friday, October 9, 2026, 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM Where: Hermosa Beach Community Center, Hermosa Beach Tickets: $10 through the official event page, and the organizers say tickets are limited Screening: 9:00 PM in the Hermosa Beach Community Theatre

What to expect

The evening pairs a retro prom in the same gym where the film was shot with a big-screen showing of Brian De Palma's movie. Expect a live band presented by South Bay Music Connection, immersive experiences and prom-night surprises, plus concessions run by Leadership Hermosa Beach. There is also a self-guided tour of the filming locations, which makes the whole night feel like a walk through the movie's set.

Costumes are encouraged. The organizers suggest feathered hair, velvet suits and floor-length polyester, so dress like it is 1976 and you will fit right in. Whether you come as a prom king, a prom queen or something a little bloodier is up to you.

The screening

The film starts at 9:00 PM in the Community Theatre. It is rated R and runs 1 hour 28 minutes, so it is not a pick for young kids. If you have only ever seen the famous final scene in clips, seeing the whole thing on a big screen in the town where it was made is the draw here.

Practical info

Plan to arrive early enough for the dance and the location tour before the movie begins. Because tickets are capped, buy ahead rather than counting on the door. If you are building a weekend plan, this is a good fit for anyone hunting LA events this weekend that go beyond the usual concert or bar night. Schedules can change, so check the official event page or contact the venue to confirm details before you head out.

Hermosa Beach is a beach town, so parking near the pier area can fill up on Friday evenings. Give yourself extra time, or carpool with friends who are also dressed for the prom.

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