Events from September 28, 2025
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On September 28, 2025At Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Spreckels Organ Society Concerts. Sundays, 2–3 pm. Pavilion-Pan American Pl., Balboa Park. www.spreckelsorgan.org
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On September 28, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: Special EventsCLUE: A Walking Mystery Tour. An interactive, real-world twist on the classic board game. Through Sept. 28. Details: www.cluewalkingexperience.com
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On September 28, 2025At Petco Park Categories: Sporting EventsPadres Home Games. Today through Sept. 3 vs. Orioles, Sept. 8–10 vs. Reds, Sept. 11–14 vs. Rockies, Sept. 22–24 vs. Brewers & Sept. 26–28 vs. D-Backs. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com
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On September 28, 2025At USS Midway Museum Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosTop Secret: Inside the High-Stakes World of Naval Intelligence. Go inside Midway’s restored Carrier Intelligence Center, where real air combat missions were planned. Daily, 10 am–5 pm. Included with admission. $26–$39. USS Midway Museum, 910 N. Harbor Dr. www.midway.org
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On September 28, 2025At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksLEGOLAND Water Park. Seven slides, Build-A-Raft River, Pirate Reef and LEGO Legends of CHIMA Water Park. Today, then weekends through Oct. 26. 11:30 am–4 pm. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com
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On September 28, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: Special EventsImaginarium “Utopia.” A walk through immersive light experience with illuminated forest mazes, a world of fantastical creatures and more. Through Oct. 12. Sun.–Thurs., 7–10 pm & Fri.–Sat., 7–11 pm. $16–$21; 2 & under free. Imaginarium Las Americas, 4125 Camino De La Plaza. www.imaginarium360.com/san-diego/
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On September 28, 2025At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: HalloweenSeaWorld Spooktacular. Halloween is back with candy, costumes and plenty of spooky surprises. Select dates through Nov. 2. Included with admission. 500 Sea World Dr. www.seaworld.com
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On September 28, 2025At Belmont Park Categories: Special EventsBelmont Park’s Beachside Fall Fest. This retro-inspired celebration is packed with family-friendly activities, festive treats, live music and seasonal surprises. Weekends in Sept. & Oct. 3146 Mission Blvd. www.belmontpark.com
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On September 28, 2025At The Wave Waterpark Categories: Water FunThe Wave Waterpark. Slide tower, Flow Rider, Riptide slide and more. Weekends through Sept. 28. $14–$24. 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com
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On September 28, 2025At Big Bear Lake Convention Center Categories: OktoberfestBig Bear Lake Oktoberfest. Bands, beer, food and more. Weekends through Nov. 8. Fri., 4–11 pm, Sat., 1–11 pm & Sun., 12–6 pm. Big Bear Convention Center, 42900 Big Bear Blvd. Tickets: www.bigbearevents.com
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On September 28, 2025At Cygnet Theatre Categories: Theatre“Follies.” A dazzling and bittersweet exploration of love, loss and the passage of time. Through Oct. 12. The Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center, Liberty Station. Tickets: www.cygnettheatre.org
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On September 28, 2025At Sesame Place San Diego Categories: HalloweenThe Count's Halloween Spooktacular. Silly, not-too-spooky fun. Select dates through Nov. 2, 10 am–6 pm. 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. www.sesameplace.com
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On September 28, 2025At Bates Nut Farm Categories: HalloweenPumpkin Patch at Bates Nut Farm. Tractor hay rides, straw maze, pumpkins and more. Through Oct. 31. Sept. hours, 9 am–5 pm. Weekend parking: $10. 15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center. www.batesnutfarm.biz
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On September 28, 2025At Ramona, CA Categories: HalloweenFREE Pumpkin Farm Opening Day. Mon.–Fri., 2–6 pm; Sat. & Sun. 10 am–6 pm. California Farm Life, 18409 Rangeland Rd., Ramona. www.californiafarmlife.com
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On September 28, 2025At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: HalloweenBrick-or-Treat Monster Party. Trick-or-treating, character meet & greets with LEGO Monsters and more. Today & Sept. 27, then weekends through Nov. 1. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com
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On September 28, 2025U Pick Apples. Through Sept. 28. $6 admission; 3 & under free. Crosscut Farm & Orchard, 1209 Farmer Rd., Julian. Reservations required: www.crosscutfarmandorchard.com
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On September 28, 2025At Liberty Station Categories: HalloweenGoff Family Pumpkin Patch at Liberty Station. Through Oct. 31, Sun.-Thurs., 9 am–8 pm & Fri.–Sat., 9 am–9 pm. 2830 Perry Rd. www.gofffamilypumpkinpatch.com
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On September 28, 2025At Peltzer Pumpkin Farm Categories: HalloweenPeltzer Pumpkin Farm. Pumpkins, petting farm and more. Through Oct. 31. Mon.–Fri., 10 am–8 pm; Sat. & Sun., 9 am–8 pm. $2–$4. 39925 Calle Contento, Temecula. www.peltzerfarms.com
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On September 28, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: HalloweenFREE Pumpkin Station. Giant slides, rides, petting zoo, pumpkins and more. Attractions require a separate ticket. Daily through Oct. 31. Hours vary by location. Mission Valley, 1640 Camino Del Rio N.; Del Mar, 15555 Jimmy Durante Blvd.; Plaza Bonita, 3030 Plaza Bonita Rd., Rancho Bernardo Farm, 13421 Highland Valley Rd. & Bonita Pumpkin Farm, 5354 Sweetwater Rd. www.pumpkinstation.com
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On September 28, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: FREEFREE Miramar Air Show. Immersive experiences, static displays and daytime shows featuring military demo teams, civilian aerobatic teams, aerial solo acts, vintage aircraft and warbirds. Starts at 8 am. Through Sept. 28. Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Miramar Rd. www.miramarairshow.com
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On September 28, 2025Family Christmas Tree Farm Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins, tractor rides, hay maze and more. Through Oct. 31. Open daily, 10 am–8 pm. $6. 300 Pepper Dr., El Cajon. www.familychristmastreefarm.com
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On September 28, 2025At El Cajon Categories: OktoberfestOktoberfest in El Cajon. Kids’ zone, games, music and more. Through Sept. 28 & Oct. 3–5. 1017 S. Mollison Ave. Tickets: www.germanclubsandiego.org
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On September 28, 2025At Fallbrook, CA Categories: HalloweenFREE Fallbrook Pumpkin Patch. Wed.–Fri., 4–8 pm; Sat., 10 am–8 pm; Sun., 12–8 pm (closed Mon. & Tues.). Through Oct. 31. 1924 E. Mission Rd., Fallbrook. www.fallbrookpumpkinpatch.com
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On September 28, 2025At Oceanside, CA Categories: HalloweenFarm Festival. Today & tomorrow, 10:30 am–5 pm. Mellano Farmstand, 5714 N. River Rd., Oceanside. www.mellanofarmstand.com
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On September 28, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: FoodTaste of College Area. Self-guided tasting tour in College Area. 11 am–3 pm. From El Cajon Blvd. & 54th St. to 73rd St. and the SDSU Campus. $40–$45. Tickets: www.collegeareasd.com
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On September 28, 2025At Helen Woodward Animal Center Categories: Animals, CampsZookeeper Camp. A behind-the-scenes experience with hands-on activities in diet prep, enrichment, and animal care. 9 am–3 pm. $211. Helen Woodward Animal Center, 6447 Helen Woodward Way, Rancho Santa Fe. Register: www.animalcenter.org
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On September 28, 2025At Encinitas, CA Categories: OktoberfestFREE Encinitas Oktoberfest & Artisan Faire. Family-friendly event with music, kids’ activities and more. 11 am–7 pm. Mountain Vista Dr. www.encinitasoktoberfest.com