Events from October 04, 2025

  • On October 04, 2025
    At 9310 Fanita Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071, USA Categories: Concert
    Summer Jams on Deck. Concerts are free. Saturdays, 5–7 pm through Oct. 11. Park entrance fee, $10. Santee Lakes Deck between Lakes 4 & 5, 9310 Fanita Pkwy. www.santeelakes.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 1 Legoland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA Categories: Amusement Parks
    LEGOLAND 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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Categories: Special Events
    Imaginarium “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/
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 500 Sea World Dr, San Diego, CA 92109, USA Categories: Halloween
    SeaWorld 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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109, USA Categories: Special Events
    Belmont 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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 42900 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315, USA Categories: Oktoberfest
    Big 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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 4040 Twiggs St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA 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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 3 Civic Center Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069, USA Categories: Halloween
    San Marcos Halloween Spooktacular. A fun, festive event for the whole family. Activity tickets, $1. 4–8 pm. Williams Barn at Walnut Grove Park, 1950 Sycamore Dr. www.san-marcos.net
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109, USA Categories: Halloween, Music
    FREE Live Music & Characters in the Park. Spooky scarecrows, mermaids, Scooby Doo and more. Weekends in Oct. 2–5 pm. Belmont Park, 3146 Mission Blvd. www.belmontpark.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Categories: Halloween
    Fall Festival. Weekends through Oct. 26, 10:30 am–5 pm. Mellano Farmstand, 5714 N. River Rd., Oceanside. www.mellanofarmstand.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082, USA Categories: Halloween
    Pumpkin 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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Categories: Halloween
    FREE 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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 1 Legoland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA Categories: Halloween
    Brick-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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos
    Living Seas at Birch Aquarium. Venture into the hidden realm of a Giant Pacific Octopus, explore life beneath Scripps Pier and marvel at a vibrant coral reef. 9 am–5 pm. $24.95–$29.95; 2 & under free. 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Categories: FREE
    Kids FREE San Diego. Restaurants, attractions, museums and more offer families with kids 12 & under complimentary attraction and museum admission and more. Through Oct. 31. Details: www.sandiego.org/kidsfree
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 39925 Calle Contento, Temecula, CA 92591, USA Categories: Halloween
    Peltzer 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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Categories: Halloween
    FREE 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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 1017 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA Categories: Halloween
    Family 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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 1017 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA Categories: Oktoberfest
    Oktoberfest in El Cajon. Kids’ zone, games, music and more. Through Sept. 28 & Oct. 3–5. 1017 S. Mollison Ave. Tickets: www.germanclubsandiego.org
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Fallbrook, CA 92028, USA Categories: Halloween
    FREE 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
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 910 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos
    Top Secret: Inside the High-Stakes World of Naval Intelligence. Go inside Midway’s restored Carrier Intelligence Center. Daily, 10 am–5 pm. Included with admission. $26–$39. USS Midway Museum, 910 N. Harbor Dr. www.midway.org
  • On October 04, 2025
    At San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA, USA Categories: Halloween
    Old Town Haunted Walking Tour. Explore haunted locations, use ghost-hunting tools and more. Through Oct. 31, 7 & 9 pm. $42. 2454 Heritage Park Row. www.hauntedsdoldtowntours.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Fallbrook, CA 92028, USA Categories: Halloween, FREE
    FREE Fallbrook Scarecrow Days. Scarecrows displayed all over town. Through Oct. 31. www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 1100 Third Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA Categories: Theatre
    “SUFFS.” A musical about the brilliant, passionate and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. Through Oct. 5. Civic Center, 1100 Third Ave. Tickets: www.broadwaysd.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Balboa Park, San Diego, CA, USA Categories: Halloween
    The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park. Select dates through Nov. 1. $34.99. For ages 10+. Balboa Dr. & Juniper Rd. www.hauntedtrail.net
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 1050 Cannon Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA Categories: Halloween
    Haunted Corn Maze. Fridays & Saturdays through Nov. 1, 7–10 pm. $25. Carlsbad Strawberry Fields, Cannon Rd. & I-15. www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 500 Sea World Dr, San Diego, CA 92109, USA Categories: Halloween, Amusement Parks
    SeaWorld Spooktacular. Halloween is back with candy, costumes and plenty of spooky surprises. Sat.–Sun., through Nov. 2. Included with admission. 500 Sea World Dr. www.seaworld.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA Categories: Halloween, Museums, Galleries and Zoos
    HalGLOWeen. Eerie-sistible entertainment, interactive festivities and lots of spooky surprises. Every Fri.–Sun. in October, 5–9 pm. Included with admission. San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park. https://zoo.sandiegozoo.org/halgloween
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014, USA Categories: Fairs & Festivals
    Harvest Festival. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–5 pm; Oct. 5, 10 am–4 pm. $4–$9; 12 & under free. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. www.harvestfestival.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At La Mesa Village, CA 91942 Categories: Oktoberfest
    La Mesa Oktoberfest. Kids activities, games and more. Today, 4–10 pm; tomorrow, 10 am–10 pm; Oct. 5, 12–8 pm. La Mesa Village. Tickets: www.lamesaoktoberfest.org
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Categories: Halloween, Movies
    “GROW.” Welcome to the pumpkin capital of the world, where the pumpkins are epic and the rivalries are fierce. Through Oct. 9. Showtimes & locations: www.fathomentertainment.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, CA 92027, USA Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos, Fall Events
    Autumn Festival at the Safari Park. Amazing wildlife, special entertainment and delicious culinary comforts await. Weekends in Oct., 9 am–7 pm. Included with admission. 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido. www.sdzsafaripark.org
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 14134 Midland Rd, Poway, CA 92064, USA Categories: FREE, Fall Events
    FREE Rendezvous in Poway. Walk back in time to the 1820–1890’s, pan for gold and more. Today, 10 am–4 pm & tomorrow, 10 am–2 pm. Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd. www.poway.org
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 4425 CA-78, Santa Ysabel, CA 92070, USA Categories: Fall Events
    Julian Autumn Jubilee. Hayride, candle dipping, treasure hunt and more. Weekends through Oct. 26. Saturdays, 10 am–3 pm & Sundays, 11 am–3 pm. Fort Cross, 4425 Hwy. 78, Santa Ysabel. Tickets: www.fortcross.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 750 Depot St, Campo, CA 91906, USA Categories: Halloween, Train Rides
    Pumpkin Express. Train rides, pumpkin decorating, haunted train cars and more. Weekends through Oct. 26. 10:30 am, 1 & 2:30 pm. $18.95–$39.95. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, 750 Depot St., Campo. Reservations: www.psrm.org
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 9310 Fanita Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071, USA Categories: Halloween
    Trick-or-Treat at Santee Lakes. Saturdays in Oct., 6–7 pm. 9310 Fanita Pkwy., Santee. www.santeelakes.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    FREE Mira Mesa Street Fair. Fun Zone, inflatables, entertainment and more. 10 am–5 pm. Camino Ruiz from Mira Mesa Blvd. to New Salem St. www.miramesatowncouncil.org
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, CA 92027, USA Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos
    Roar & Snore Safari. Experience a sleepover and observe the nighttime activities of wildlife and morning wildlife presentations. Today, Oct. 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25 & 31. Starting at $160. Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido. www.sdzsafaripark.org
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082, USA Categories: Halloween
    Pumpkin Festival Craft Fair. Hayrides, straw maze and more. Today & tomorrow, 9 am–5 pm. Parking $10. 15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center. www.batesnutfarm.biz
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 2101 Stadium Way, San Diego, CA 92108, USA Categories: Sporting Events
    San Diego FC Soccer Team. Today & Oct. 18. Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way. Tickets: www.sandiegofc.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Ingraham St, San Diego, CA 92109, USA Categories: Street Festivals, FREE
    FREE Pacific Beachfest. Family-friendly, music-packed event. 9 am–7 pm. Felspar to Thomas St. www.pacificbeachfest.org
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Categories: Food
    Taste of Oceanside. Celebrate Oceanside's vibrant culinary scene with food and live entertainment. 1:30–5 pm. $22–$55. Downtown Oceanside. www.mainstreetoceanside.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA Categories: Special Events
    Sunset Scripps Pier Walks. Walking tours of Scripps Pier featuring hands-on science stations, squid dissections, local shark research and more. Today, Oct. 5, 11 & 12; times vary with sunset. $40. Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Advance registration required: www.aquarium.ucsd.edu
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Categories: Food
    Taste of North Park. Culinary delights, live music, art and more. 11 am–3:30 pm. $50–$85. North Park. www.northparkmainstreet.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 3 Civic Center Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069, USA Categories: FREE
    FREE San Marcos Fire Department Open House. 10 am–2 pm. 180 W. Mission Rd. www.san-marcos.net
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado Categories: Movies
    Movies on the Beach. Tonight, Oct. 12, 18 & 25. 8 pm. $25.75. Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave. www.hoteldel.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 3500 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110, USA Categories: Sporting Events
    Nuggets vs. Timberwolves. NBA preseason game. 7 pm. Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. www.pechangaarenasd.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 14950 El Monte Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040, USA Categories: Halloween
    Oma’s Pumpkin Patch. Hay maze, petting zoo, hayride and more. Through Nov. 2. Tues.–Fri., 10 am–7 pm; Sat., 9 am –7 pm. Closed Sun. & Mon. 14950 El Monte Rd., Lakeside. www.omasfamilyfarm.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Categories: Halloween, FREE
    FREE Pumpkin Farm at California Farm Life. Mon.–Fri., 2–6 pm; Sat. & Sun. 10 am–6 pm. 18409 Rangeland Rd., Ramona. www.californiafarmlife.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At 15602 Olde Hwy 80, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA Categories: Halloween, FREE
    FREE Pumpkin Patch at Summers Past Farms. Pumpkin patch, corn maze, hay fort and more. Through Oct. 31. 15602 Olde Hwy. 80, Flinn Springs. www.summerspastfarms.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Categories: Halloween, FREE
    FREE Mountain Valley Ranch Pumpkin Patch. Corn maze, petting zoo, corn cannon and more. Through Oct. 31, 9 am–6 pm. 842 Hwy. 78, Ramona. www.mountainvalleyranch.com
  • On October 04, 2025
    At Categories: Halloween
    Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins and more. Through Nov. 2. 3901 Clairemont Dr. www.mrjackolanternspumpkins.com
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