LA Fall Fair 2026 at Whittier Narrows

The 46th LA Fall Fair sets up a full carnival midway at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area this week. It runs from Friday, Oct. 23 through Sunday, Nov. 1, which makes it a solid pick for anyone scanning things to do in Los Angeles before Halloween.

When: Oct. 23 to Nov. 1, 2026, opening at 5 PM on the first night Where: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, 750 S Santa Anita Ave, South El Monte Tickets: Ride wristbands are sold through the fair; check the event page for current prices

What to expect

The listing promises unlimited rides for kids and adults, and the flyer shows the usual midway mix: a tall swinging ride, a Ferris wheel, smaller kiddie rides and a row of carnival games. There is fair food too, and the flyer's photo of funnel cake piled with strawberries gives you a good idea of the direction. Local artisans and live music round out the lineup, and the organizers pitch the whole thing as Halloween trick-or-treat fun for families.

The flyer lists Thursday through Sunday operating days, with the fair also open on Halloween itself. Because the run covers two weekends, you can pick the night that fits your schedule. If you are looking for LA events this weekend, the opening Friday and the first Saturday are the obvious candidates, though the last stretch around Halloween will likely draw the biggest costumed crowd.

Planning your visit

The fair sits at the Whittier Narrows park near Legg Lake, in the San Gabriel Valley side of the county. South El Monte is easy to reach from the 60 and 605 freeways, but traffic on a fair night can back up, so leave extra time. The listing does not publish a ticket price, so treat the event page as your starting point and confirm wristband costs before you go. Bring a jacket, since evenings run cool in late October, and comfortable shoes for the walk across the grounds.

Families with younger kids can head for the smaller rides and games first, then save the big thrill rides for when the whole group is warmed up. Trick-or-treating is built into the event, so costumes are a natural fit. Check the schedule closer to your date, because hours can shift by day.

More to do nearby

If you want to turn the trip into a longer outing, the park's lake and trails are right there, and the broader festivals category lists other seasonal gatherings across the region. For more upcoming events in Los Angeles, browse the festivals listings and see what else lands on the calendar this month.

The LA Fall Fair is a ten-day run built for families, and it is one of the bigger seasonal carnivals on the LA calendar this year.