Featured Events

HAL-GLO-WEEN AT THE SAN DIEGO ZOO

When: Oct. 3-31, 2024

Join the San Diego Zoo for musical entertainment, special performances, Dr. Zoolittle, and more ​family friendly fun will light up the night every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening in October. ​Kids 11 and younger are free, and can come in costume for even more seasonal excitement.


SEAWORLD'S HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR

When: Through Nov 3

SeaWorld's biggest fall festival join in on Halloween activities, and let the little ones trick-or-treat ​throughout the park in a safe, family-friendly environment.


THE COUNT'S HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR

When: Through Nov 3

Sesame Place will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven and guests will enjoy ​trick-or-treating around the park, Halloween-themed shows, and unique photo opportunities with ​everyone’s favorite furry friends dressed up in costume!


LEGOLAND Brick-or-Treat Party Nights

When: Thru Oct. 27, 2024

Every Saturday night, LEGOLAND® California Resort creates Halloween excitement with live ​entertainment, character meet-and-greets, costume contests, and treat stations during extended ​Park open hours!


Autumn Festival at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

When: Oct. 5-27, 2024

Come and join in all the autumn festive fun as the San Diego Zoo Safari Park celebrates the season ​of color with special activities, entertainment, and culinary comforts.

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Beachside Fall Fest

WHEN: Thru Oct. 31, 2024

The magic of the season will transform the 97-year-old ​seaside Belmont Park into a vibrant taste of fall! FREE ​Trick-or-Treating every Sunday in October, live acoustic ​performances and festive beer garden Friday nights


San Diego Filipino Film Festival

WHEN: October 1-6, 2024

A platform to amplify Filipinx visions, voices and stories & ​also foster new interest in filmmaking and cinema as art ​throughout the local and global Filipinx community.


San Diego Italian Film Festival

WHEN: Oct. 1-12, 2024

The San Diego Italian Film Festival showcases the best of ​new Italian film with a series of premieres ranging from ​dramas and comedies to documentaries.


Pacific Beachfest

WHEN: Oct. 5, 2024

Pacific BeachFest has something for everyone including ​a fish taco contest, beach volleyball, craft beer, kids ​activities and music!


Del Mar Harvest Festival

WHEN: Oct. 11-13, 2024

Each Harvest Festival features hundreds of artisans ​exhibiting American handmade items, strolling ​entertainment, festival food and a Kidzone.



Taste of North Park

WHEN: Oct. 5, 2024

Enjoy over 40 food tastes and 15 craft beer/craft ​cider sips from North Park’s best restaurants and ​breweries while exploring the sites and sounds of this ​electric North Park neighborhood.


Haunted Harvest & Hayride

WHEN: Oct. 5-26, 2024

Haunted Hayride, Pumpkin Seed Spitting Contest, ​Apple Bobbing Contest, Harvest Hoedown with Jug ​Band, Apple Cider Pressing and Tasting. Julian, CA


Pumpkin Express

WHEN: Oct. 5-27, 2024

Join the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum ​Association in the Pumpkin Express Halloween ​Celebration complete with a train ride, pumpkin patch ​and more. Campo, CA


A Taste of Coronado

WHEN: Oct. 9, 2024

Take a culinary trip around the world sampling from ​Coronado bistros. This will be a night to remember so ​come and bring your friends!


Hauntfest on Main Street

WHEN: Oct. 25, 2024

HauntFest on Main iDowntown El Cajon with a pumpkin ​patch, costume contest, kidz zone, rides, & more!

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San Diego International Film Festival

WHEN: Oct. 16-20, 2024

SDiFF offers world premieres, never before seen studio ​releases, the best in independent filmmaking and a full ​schedule of glamorous parties and intimate events with ​filmmakers.


San Diego Spirits Festival

WHEN: Oct. 19-20, 2024

The two-day Signature Event is set for a weekend of ​unlimited tantalizing sips as you reconnect with brands ​you know, and discover new ones from High end Spirits ​to ready to drink cocktails and seltzers. over 60 brands


Nightmare on Normal Street

WHEN: Oct. 26, 2024

Guaranteed to be a Fang-tastic evening filled with ​ghouls, goblins and spine chilling scares. You won't want ​to miss this year Nightmare on Normal St


Black Pearl Halloween Yacht Party

WHEN: Oct. 26, 2024

The Haunted Mansion on the Water with Open Bar & ​Complimentary Apps & amazing views makes this San ​Diego's Top Rated Halloween party cruise



Trick-or-Treat on India Street

WHEN: Oct. 27, 2024

This fun and safe Halloween event makes it possible for ​urban families to enjoy authentic trick-or-treating fun as ​Little Italy businesses along historic India Street open ​their doors to give out candy and Halloween treats.


Halloween Aglow

WHEN: Oct. 25-26, 2024

After the sun goes down, the Birch Aquarium lights up! ​Halloween Aglow is a family-friendly event that ​features live music, a costume contest, trick-or-treat ​stations and so much more.


Lions Tigers & Bears Spooky Campover

When: Oct. 25-26, 2024

Enjoy a wild and ghoulish night under the stars with ​the rescued exotic animals of Lions Tigers & Bears. ​The annual Spooky Campover is a family favorite you ​do not want to miss! Enjoy pumpkin carving (don't ​forget your pumpkin), s'mores by the campfire, and ​more.. Alpine, CA


Halloween at San Diego Zombie Crawl

When: Oct. 25-26, 2024

If you love Halloween, dining and the nightlife, do not ​miss San Diego's #1 Halloween Celebration! Your San ​Diego Zombie Crawl ticket includes a guided route, ​25+ premier club admissions, welcome shots + food ​and beverage specials in the Gaslamp.







Pumpkin patches


bates nutfarm pumpkin patch

Where: 15954 Woods Valley Road, Valley Center, 92082

When: September 19 - October 31, 2024

Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Cost: Free Admission in September and October weekdays. ​Pumpkin and activity prices vary.


Goff Family Pumpkin Patch at Liberty Station

Where: 2830 Perry Road, San Diego CA, 92106

When: September 20 - October 31, 2024

Hours: Friday-Saturday: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Sunday-Thursday: 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Cost: Free admission. Pumpkins vary.


Mountain Valley Ranch Pumpkin Patch

Where: 842 Hwy 78, Ramona, CA 92065

When: Opens September 21, 2024

Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Cost: Free admission.


Carlsbad Strawberry Company Pumpkin Patch

Giant pumpkins, perfect for the social media photo.

Where: 1050 Cannon Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008

When: September 20 - November 3, 2024

Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, in October, Friday & Saturdays ​open 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Cost: Monday - Thursday: $10, Friday, Saturday and Sunday: ​$12, children 4 and under are free.


The Farm Stand West Fall Festival

The Farm Stand West will be hosting a you-pick Pumpkin ​Patch during the Fall Festival 2024

Where: 2115 Miller Ave., Escondido, CA 92025

When: October 12 - 13, 2024 Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM



Oma's Pumpkin Patch

Where: 14950 El Monte Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040

When: October 1 - November 2, 2024 (Tues.-Sat)

Hours: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Tuesday - Fri 9 AM to 7 PM

Cost: Must purchase your tickets and reserve the day ​here before visiting.


Pumpkin Station

Visit a Pumpkin Station location throughout San Diego County. kiddie ​rides, slides, inflatable play centers and petting zoo.

Locations:

Ranch Bernardo Farm - 13421 Highland Valley Road, ​Escondido, CA 92025

Bonita Pumpkin Farm - 5354 Sweetwater Road, Bonita, CA ​91902

Mission Valley Station - 1640 1/2 Camino Del Rio North, San ​Diego, CA 92108

Del Mar Pumpkin Station - 15555 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Del ​Mar, CA 92014

Plaza Bonita, National City Pumpkin Station - 3030 Plaza ​Bonita Rd. National City, CA. 91950

When: September 27 - October 31, 2024, Del Mar Pumpkin ​Station ends October 27, 2024

Hours: Vary by location


Mr. Jack O' Lanterns Pumpkin Patch

In addition to the large variety of premium pumpkins, there ​is a Halloween costume and decoration shop, making for a ​one-stop shop for anything and everything Halloween! ​Items.

Where: Clairemont - 3901 Clairemont Dr. 92117

When: October 1-31, 2024

Hours: Monday-Friday: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Saturday-Sunday: 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM


Festivals

Oktoberfests &


Oktoberfest in El Cajon

WHEN: Thru Oct. 6, 2024

San Diego County's most traditional Oktoberfest ​- fun for the whole family! Live German Oom-Pah ​music, awesome German food, German beers ​on tap, and so much more!


La Mesa Oktoberfest

WHEN: Oct. 4 - 6, 2024

3 days of festive live music, including Oompa ​bands, tons of top-notch German food, and of ​course, steins filled to the brim with German & ​Craft beer!


Carlsbad Oktoberfest

WHEN: Oct. 5, 2024

Come join us at our Annual Oktoberfest Fall ​Festival event with real German meals from Tip ​Top Meats, kids and adult activities, live German ​music, and of course a Bier Garten!


Ocean Beach Oktoberfest

WHEN: Oct. 11-12, 2024

The Ocean Beach Oktoberfest is a two-day, ​eclectic, beachside festival with a variety of ​exciting activities, contests and entertainment.


Oceanside Dia de los Muertos Festival

WHEN: Oct. 27, 2024

Altars, arts & crafts, por siempre car show, a ​chalk cemetery and more!

Del Mar Harvest Festival

When: Oct. 11-13, 2024

Hundreds of artisans exhibiting American handmade ​items, strolling entertainment, festival food and a ​Kidzone.


Escondido Grand Avenue Festival

WHEN: Oct. 20, 2024

Live entertainment, over 400 vendors, children's rides ​and activities, and food from around the world to the ​downtown tree-lined streets of Escondido..


Rancho BEERnardo Festival

WHEN: Oct. 19, 2024

Rancho Bernardo’s Favorite Beer Festival is Back!


Borrego Days Desert Festival

WHEN: Oct. 19-20, 2024

Live bands, an acclaimed Comedy Hypnosis Show, plus ​art exhibits, kid's zone, food vendors, artisans, ​education, adult beer garden, free to enter car show ​and more. This is a family friendly festival that is fun for ​all ages.


Encinitas Dia de los Muertos Celebration

WHEN: Oct. 27, 2024

Celebrate life with live performances, art-making ​workshops, a student art exhibit, artist demos, food ​trucks and more at the Encinitas Dia de los Muertos.

Sporting Events

SAN DIEGO PADRES BASEBALL SEASON

High hopes to make the playoffs!


Carmel Valley Trail 15k, 10k and 5k

WHEN: Oct. 12, 2024

On the Carmel Valley Trail 15K, 10K and 5K, participants will experience a combination of single ​track and dirt service road trails through beautiful open spaces.


XTERRA Wetsuits Mission Bay Triathlon

WHEN: Oct. 13, 2024

Join us at the birthplace of the sport for the Mission Bay Triathlon! Competitors from ​around the country will return to Mission Bay to celebrate the triathlon.


MCRD BootCamp Challenge

When: Oct. 19, 2024

The MCRD Bootcamp Challenge features obstacles used only by Marine Recruits plus USMC ​Drill Instructors providing direction and encouragement.


USA Ultimate National Championships

When: Oct. 24-27, 2024

The USA Ultimate National Championships represent the pinnacle of elite ultimate in North ​America and crowns champions in three divisions: men’s, mixed and women’s


Halloween at San Diego Zombie Crawl

WHEN: Oct. 25-26, 2024

If you love Halloween, dining and the nightlife, do not miss San Diego's #1 Halloween ​Celebration! Your San Diego Zombie Crawl ticket includes a guided route, 25+ premier club ​admissions, welcome shots + food and beverage specials in the Gaslamp.

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