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City News
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October 2026
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 Oct. 31, 12 - 4 p.m.
300 & 400 blocks of Main Street
Get ready for a day of tricks, treats, and tons of fun! Join us for bounce houses, arts & crafts, games, music, food, and plenty of spooky fun for the whole family! Wristbands will be available for $10 pre-sale starting on Monday, Oct. 5 at the Clubhouse and Joslyn Center. For more information, call 310-524-2700.
General Election Information
El Segundo is on your ballot! Two City of El Segundo council seats are up for election, and voters will decide on Measure CT (informational PDF flyer).
On Oct. 5, vote-by-mail ballots will be mailed to all registered voters and the city’s vote-by-mail drop box on the corner of Main Street and Holly Avenue will open. The last day to register to vote at lavote.gov to receive a ballot is on Oct. 19.
Two City Council candidate forums are planned for October:
You can view the forums on Spectrum channel 3 and on El Segundo media’s YouTube channel.
For the latest information about the election, visit elsegundo.gov/election.
 Bulky-Item Cleanup
Oct. 5 - 8 on your regular residential service day
EDCO will allow single-family and duplex residents to place unwanted items curbside that are too large or heavy to put inside collection carts. This could include broken appliances, water heaters, furniture, old mattresses, yard waste, and other household clutter. There are some exclusions and restrictions. More info»
Free Paper Shredding, E-Waste & Compost Event
Oct. 17, 8 - 11 a.m.
El Segundo Public Works, 150 Illinois Street
Certified trucks will be on city premises to shred documents onsite. El Segundo residential customers may bring up to two banker boxes (10” x 12” x 15”) per household.
Unwanted electronics (TVs, computer monitors, printers, fax machines, VCRs, DVD players, cell phones) will be collected and free compost will also be available (while supplies last).
Household hazardous waste material of any kind, including paint, will not be accepted and other restrictions apply. More info»
 October offers several opportunities to get to know your El Segundo Police Department officers.
National Coffee with a Cop Day
Oct. 7, 8 - 10 a.m.
Starbucks Coffee, 2120 E. El Segundo Blvd.
Start your morning with coffee and conversation - no speeches or agenda. This is a great way to ask questions, share concerns, or get acquainted.
National Faith & Blue
Sundays in October
Chat with ESPD officers over coffee at faith organizations all over town. National Faith & Blue brings together law enforcement professionals with the communities they serve to build bridges.
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October
For the month of October, El Segundo Police Department personnel will be wearing pink patches on their uniforms in support of the Pink Patch Project. The patches start conversations that raise awareness of breast cancer and highlight the importance of early detection. Those who would like to show support may purchase their own pink patches at espdppp.com.
Oct. 24, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
El Segundo Maintenance Facility, 150 Illinois Street
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the El Segundo Police Department will be onsite to collect and properly dispose of old and unneeded medications. National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is a free event that gives communities safe and anonymous medication disposal while preventing prescription misuse.
Oct. 7, 14, 21, 3 - 3:45 p.m.
El Segundo Public Library
Grades K - 3, join your friends for an engaging story then create a treasure inspired by the day’s tale! No registration required, but children age 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Supplies are limited.
The El Segundo Senior Center creates a welcoming environment where everyone can connect, stay active, learn, and have fun. Find out about Senior Citizen's Club activities, card games, bingo, parties, day trips, movies and more on the full calendar of events in the monthly Joslyn Center newsletter.
Oct. 10, 6 - 9 p.m.
Library Park
Bring a picnic, a blanket or low-back lawn chair, and enjoy a fun evening with friends and a classic spooky movie. Activities begin at 6 p.m., movie begins at sunset!
This movie is rated PG. No dogs, please.
Oct. 24, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Meet at Gordon Clubhouse
Celebrate the season with a family trip to Underwood Family Farms for their All About Pumpkins festival! Enjoy a day filled with pumpkin patches, farm animals, festive activities, and fall fun for all ages. Transportation is included, with shuttle pick-up and drop-off at the Clubhouse. Register online at esrec.org. The cost is $41 for residents and $51 for non-residents.
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Oct. 4 - 10
A few simple steps can help keep your home and family safe: check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, have a home escape plan, know at least two ways out of every room, and make sure everyone in the house knows what to do if an alarm sounds. The El Segundo Fire Department will have a booth at the Farmers Market on Oct. 8 as part of Fire Prevention Week.
Oct. 15, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
El Segundo Public Library
The ESPL Coffee Klatch Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month in the Library's Rose Garden Room.
Bring a book and we’ll provide the coffee/tea. Let’s discuss recommendations, plot, insights, reactions, writing style, characters, and more.
This is a free program for adults 18 & over.
Oct. 21, 10 - 10:45 a.m.
El Segundo Public Library
Children ages 0-5, join us for a bilingual Spanish concert with Colombian-born musician Nathalia Palis! Come sing and dance to Nathalia’s original music at this fun-filled musical performance. No registration required.
Oct. 20, 12 - 2 p.m.
Joslyn Center
Ages 55+ are welcome for an afternoon of delicious food, a costume contest with prizes, and fun! Wear your favorite costume and celebrate Halloween with friends. To sign up or for more info, call 310-524-2705.
Oct. 23, 5 - 8 p.m.
Recreation Park Fire Circle
Get into the Halloween spirit with candy bucket painting, s'mores, sweet treats, and a family-friendly Halloween movie by the bonfire!
A free event open to tots ages 3-5 with an accompanying adult, all attendees are encouraged to wear costumes!
Oct. 24, 1 - 3 p.m.
The Plunge
Take a plunge in our floating pumpkin patch! Our annual Pumpkin Pool-ooza will be on Saturday, October 24 from 1:00pm-3:00pm at The Plunge. Come for the pumpkin pickin', stay for the pumpkin decorating, games raffles, and frightening good time!
Registration is available at esrec.org. For more information, please call 310-524-2738.
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 Oct. 22, 5 - 6:30 p.m.
City Hall Plaza
Hosted by the City of El Segundo's DEI Committee, the event commemorates United Against Hate Week with guest speakers, performances, booths, arts and crafts, a canned food drive, and more. This year's event aligns with El Segundo's Farmers Market and ESUSD's Reflections theme for 2026: What my culture means to me.
Donations of nonperishable food items will be collected at the cultural celebration and also at the El Segundo Public Library from Oct. 18 -24.
Let's come together and stand united against hate - all are welcome!
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Community Events
 Water Harvest Festival
Oct. 24, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Little Water Recycling Facility, 1935 S. Hughes Way
Blast off into water education adventure at West Basin's free 2026 Water Harvest festival in the front parking lot of the Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility in the city of El Segundo. This year's festival launches families into the exciting world of water and encourages people to see Earth from a new perspective—as our shared home and a one-of-a-kind water planet.
This free, family-friendly event welcomes community members of all ages to enjoy an afternoon of interactive activities, entertainment and educational experiences that connect the science of space with the science of water sustainability.
 Free Rain Barrel Pickup
Oct. 10, 8 - 11 a.m. | West LA College, Culver City
West Basin is hosting drive-through pick-up events for free rain barrels. El Segundo residents live in West Basin's Division 4 Service Area and so are eligible to receive up to two free 50-gallon rain barrels valued at approximately $80 each.
You must register in advance to claim your rain barrel(s) at your selected event. These rain barrels are available on a first come, first-served basis while supplies last, so get to your event early!
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City Council Recap for Sept. 15 Meeting
 The City Council Recap provides highlights and a quick overview of business discussed during the latest City Council meeting. Watch the full City Council meeting here.
El Segundo News – October Edition
Check out the latest El Segundo News with all the city-related happenings, news, and business spotlights!
Hyperion Update
Watch the Sept. 15 Hyperion update to El Segundo City Council. The Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant is owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles.
Additional details and documents continue to be shared on elsegundo.org/hyperion and at future City Council meetings. Sign up to receive the latest Hyperion news and updates from the City of El Segundo directly to your inbox.
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