A slightly revamped Halloween soiree weaves theatre, music, and vampiric opulence into a captivating playground for adults inside Glendale’s Nocturne Theatre.

Halloween season in Los Angeles tends to overflow with haunted houses, mazes, and pop-up bars, but Haunted Soiree: Vampire offers something more elusive: an evening where the glamour of a cocktail party collides with the artistry of immersive theatre. Presented by Meyer2Meyer Entertainment, this sensory spectacle, which is becoming quite the fall annual tradition, settles once more into Glendale’s historic Nocturne Theatre on select nights from October 3rd through November 1st, inviting guests 21 and over to step into a world of dark pageantry and intoxicating atmosphere. The production also extends to Seattle this year, though Southern California audiences will once again experience it in one of the region’s most atmospheric venues.

From House of Spirits to Haunted Soiree

Formerly known as House of Spirits: A Haunted Cocktail Soiree, the event has been rebranded as Haunted Soiree: Vampire for 2025, keeping its signature blend of variety show, cocktail tasting, and enveloping storytelling. The new name comes with a few fresh touches, but the heart of the experience remains the same: an elegant collision of theatre, dance, illusion, and live music designed to elevate Halloween nightlife.

The Nocturne Theatre: A Haunted Stage

The setting itself is half the draw. The Nocturne Theatre, a Glendale landmark formerly known as the Glendale Center Theatre, is celebrated for its stagecraft and infamous for its haunted lore. For decades, patrons have whispered about ghostly sightings: a backstage actor who refuses to leave, a performer frozen in time before curtain, a mysterious lady in white drifting through the lobby, and a watchful figure said to guard the balcony. Paranormal investigators have ranked the venue among Los Angeles’ most active theatres, making it a fitting home for a vampire-themed gathering that thrives on blurred lines between history and myth.

What to Expect

Attendees roam freely through lavishly decorated rooms, each one layered with performances, surprises, and cinematic-level costuming. Live musicians, illusionists, and aerialists heighten the sense of discovery around every corner. Unlike traditional Halloween attractions, Haunted Soiree prioritizes elegance and atmosphere over mere frights, allowing guests to decide how deeply they wish to plunge themselves into the proceedings — whether sipping cocktails in the lounge or engaging with characters woven into the evening’s narrative.

Tickets & Admission Tiers

The event is strictly 21+ with valid ID. Three ticket levels offer different ways to experience the night:

• General Admission ($58–$68): A 90-minute journey through the venue with full bar access.
• Premium Admission ($68.10–$78.10): A two-hour experience that begins with a crafted welcome cocktail.
• Inner Circle Admission ($88.75–$98.75): Two hours with bar privileges, plus an intimate ritual where guests receive a vampire elixir and decadently gratifying palate cleanser — an exclusive indulgence for those seeking the most engrossing option.

Drinks remain central to the experience. Specialty themed cocktails headline the menu, complemented by wines, beers, and mocktails for non-drinkers. Light snacks are also available, and tasting flights return for those who enjoy sampling their way through the evening.

Dress & Arrival

Costumes aren’t mandatory for visitors, but Haunted Soiree thrives on scary stylishness — look no further than Nocturne Theatre’s recently extended Dracula: The Musical. Victorian finery, gothic romance, vampiric elegance, or timeless Halloween glamour all contribute to the ambiance. Guests are encouraged to arrive at least 20 minutes before their scheduled time; a pre-show lounge opens 30 minutes early with food and drinks available for purchase.

Plan Your Visit

The Nocturne Theatre is located at 324 North Orange Street, Glendale, CA. There is limited street parking and paid lots are nearby, including $1 garage parking with validation at 222 N. Orange Street. For a seamless night, rideshare is recommended.

Fans can follow the event on Instagram and TikTok (@HauntedSoiree) and share their experiences with #HauntedSoiree.

All in all, with its mix of entrancing theatre, live performance, and vampire-inspired lore, Haunted Soiree: Vampire offers Los Angeles adults a chance to embrace Halloween with sophistication, style, and just enough shadow to stir the imagination.

Cover image caption: A performer, with crystal ball in hand, looks on ominously during the Haunted Soiree: Vampire event at the Nocturne Theatre in Glendale, CA. Photo credit: Brian Ian.

For more information and to purchase tickets to Haunted Soiree: Vampire at Glendale’s Nocturne Theatre, visit hauntedsoiree.com. Use discount code VAMP15 for 15% off tickets.