About this Event
🖤 Ghouls' Day Out – Halloween Edition 🖤
The Unofficial Gathering Before the Black Parade
Halloween. Los Angeles. One legendary church.
On Saturday, October 31, 2026, Ghouls from across the country will gather at the iconic Immanuel Presbyterian Church—the unforgettable filming location of My Chemical Romance's Helena—for a Halloween celebration unlike anything else.
Whether you're flying in for Halloween weekend or making the pilgrimage before the evening concert, this is where the community comes together first.
Spend the day surrounded by fellow fans before heading into the night.
🦇 What to Expect
🖤 The Helena Church Experience
Step inside the legendary church featured in Helena. Explore its breathtaking sanctuary, admire its historic architecture, and experience one of the most recognizable locations in emo history.
🎃 Halloween Costume Celebration
This is Halloween—go all out. Whether you're channeling your favorite MCR era, creating an original gothic masterpiece, embracing classic horror, or debuting your best spooky cosplay, we want to see your most unforgettable look. This is your chance to wear the costume you've been planning all year.
🛍️ The Ghouls' Market
Browse an incredible collection of artists and alternative small businesses featuring dark art, apparel, jewelry, vinyl, horror collectibles, home décor, handmade creations, and everything your black heart desires.
🎸 Live Music
Enjoy live performances throughout the day celebrating the soundtrack that shaped a generation with emo, pop-punk, alternative rock, and post-hardcore favorites.
📸 Immersive Photo Experiences
Capture unforgettable memories with cinematic photo opportunities inspired by gothic romance, Victorian Halloween, stained glass architecture, and the spirit of the season.
🍂 Food, Coffee & Community
Grab a bite, warm up with coffee, discover seasonal treats, and spend Halloween with thousands of fellow Ghouls from across the country.
🖤 Event Details
📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Immanuel Presbyterian Church
Los Angeles, California
We've intentionally designed the event to conclude at 5:00 PM, giving everyone plenty of time to make their way to the evening's My Chemical Romance concert after spending the day celebrating together.
🎟️ General Admission
👻 Kids 12 & under are free
🦇 Costumes highly encouraged | Foam props only
This isn't just another Halloween market.
It's the place where the Black Parade gathers before the music begins.
We'll see you before the show.
Event venue & nearby stays
Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 3300 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.