Events from October 13, 2024
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On October 13, 2024At San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosPanda Ridge at the Zoo. This new innovative panda habitat includes lush landscapes, shade trees for climbing and rolling hillsides that allow Yun Chuan and Xin Bao to navigate and explore vertically. Open daily. 2920 Zoo Dr., Balboa Park. www.sandiegozoo.com/giant-pandas -
On October 13, 2024At Belmont Park Categories: HalloweenBelmont Park Fall Fest. Pumpkin patch, trick-or-treating, kids activities and more. Through Oct. 27. 3146 Mission Blvd. Tickets: www.belmontpark.com/fallfest -
On October 13, 2024At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: HalloweenBrick-or-Treat. Grab your costumes and get ready to “boo-gie” down with tons of candy, an awesome show lineup, exclusive LEGO characters and more. Today, Sept. 21, 28 & weekends in October. Included with admission. LEGOLAND California, One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. Tickets: www.legoland.com -
On October 13, 2024At Sesame Place San Diego Categories: HalloweenThe Count's Halloween Spooktacular. Silly, not-too-spooky fun. Weekends through Nov. 3, 10 am–6 pm. 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. www.sesameplace.com -
On October 13, 2024At Bates Nut Farm Categories: HalloweenPumpkin Patch at Bates Nut Farm. Tractor hay rides, straw maze, pumpkins and more. Through Oct. 31. Mon.–Thurs., 9 am–5:30 pm; Fri., 9 am–6:30 pm; Sat. & Sun., 8:30 am–6 pm. Weekend parking: $10. 15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center. www.batesnutfarm.biz -
On October 13, 2024At Liberty Station Categories: HalloweenFREE Goff Family Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins, photo ops and more. Through Oct. 31. Sun.–Thurs., 9 am–8 pm, Fri. & Sat., 9 am–9 pm. Liberty Station, 2830 Perry Rd. www.gofffamilypumpkinpatch.com -
On October 13, 2024At 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–$3. 39925 Calle Contento, Temecula. www.peltzerfarms.com -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: Halloween, FREEFREE Pumpkin Station. Petting zoo, pumpkins, ferris wheel and more. Rides require a separate ticket. Through Oct. 27. Mon.–Thurs., 9 am–7 pm; Fri.–Sun., 9 am–9 pm. Mission Valley, 1750 Camino Del Rio N.; Del Mar, 15555 Jimmy Durante Blvd.; National City, 3030 Plaza Bonita Rd. www.pumpkinstation.com -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: Halloween, FREEFREE Pumpkin Station Farms. Train ride, corn maze, petting zoo and more. Fee for some activities. 9 am–6 pm. Rancho Bernardo, 13421 Highland Valley Rd. & Bonita, 5354 Sweetwater Rd. www.pumpkinstation.com -
On October 13, 2024FREE Family Christmas Tree Farm Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins, tractor rides, hay maze and more. Through Oct. 31. Fri., 2–8 pm; Sat.–Sun., 10 am–8 pm. $5–$7. 300 Pepper Dr., El Cajon. www.familychristmastreefarm.com -
On October 13, 2024At Fallbrook, CA Categories: Halloween, FREEFREE Fallbrook Pumpkin Patch. Through Nov. 2. Wed.–Fri., 4–8 pm; Sat., 10 am–8 pm; Sun., 12–8 pm (closed Mon. & Tues.). 1924 E Mission Rd., Fallbrook. www.fallbrookpumpkinpatch.com -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: HolidayImaginarium “Where Light Meets Magic.” An enchanting interactive walk-through light spectacular with millions of lights, enchanted forests and more. Tues.–Sun., 7–11 pm. Through Nov. 10. $21. Las Americas Premium Outlets, 4211 Camino De La Plaza. www.imaginarium360.com/san-diego -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos, FREEKids 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 13, 2024At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Halloween, Amusement ParksSeaWorld Spooktacular. Set sail for a spooky family-friendly event featuring pirate entertainment, a candy quest, magical mermaids and more. Fri.–Sun., through Nov. 3. Included in admission. SeaWorld, Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. www.seaworld.com/sandiego -
On October 13, 2024At Fallbrook, CA Categories: Halloween, FREEFREE Fallbrook Scarecrow Days. Scarecrows displayed Tues.– Sat., Oct. 1-31; Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt, Oct. 8-31; Scarecrow Kids Corner, Oct. 5 & 12, 9 am–1:30 pm (Farmers Market 111 N. Main Ave.) and Harvest Fair, Oct. 20. www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org -
On October 13, 2024At The Old Globe Theatre Categories: TheatreAgatha Christie’s “Murder on the Orient Express.” Through Oct. 13. Starting at $47. The Old Globe Theatre, Balboa Park. www.theoldglobe.org -
On October 13, 2024At Old Town San Diego Categories: HalloweenOld Town Haunted Walking Tour. Explore Heritage Park, The Whaley House and more. Through Oct. 31, 7 & 9 pm. $42. 2454 Heritage Park Row. www.hauntedsdoldtowntours.com -
On October 13, 2024At Carlsbad Strawberry Fields Categories: HalloweenCarlsbad Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival. Pumpkins, corn maze, tractor ride and more. Daily, 9 am–6 pm. Through Nov. 3. 1050 Cannon Rd. www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com -
On October 13, 2024At Julian Farm & Orchard Categories: HalloweenJulian Farm & Orchard Pumpkin Patch. Hay bale maze, yard games and more. $5–$25. Weekends, 10 am–4 pm. 4381 Julian Hwy., Julian. www.julianfarmandorchard.com -
On October 13, 2024At Oceanside, CA Categories: Halloween, FREEFREE Pumpkin Patch at Mellano Farm Stand. Corn maze, pan for gold, inflatables and more. Through Nov. 3. Thurs.–Sun., 10:30 am–5 pm. 5714 N. River Rd., Oceanside. www.mellanofarmstand.com -
On October 13, 2024At Summers Past Farms Categories: HalloweenFREE Pumpkin Patch at Summers Past Farms. Pumpkin patch, corn maze, hay fort and more. 15602 Olde Hwy. 80, Flinn Springs. www.summerspastfarms.com -
On October 13, 2024At Mountain Valley Ranch Categories: HalloweenFREE 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 13, 2024At Birch Aquarium at Scripps Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosRiveropolis. An interactive water-play experience that uses the magic of running water to inspire creativity and community building through an interactive miniature river. 9 am–5 pm. $24.95–$27.95. Blue Beach, Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. https://aquarium.ucsd.edu -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park Categories: Halloween, Museums, Galleries and ZoosHalGLOWeen. An enchanted forest at Polar Bear Plunge, live music, acrobatic spider performers and more. Every Fri.–Sun. in October, 5–9 pm. Included with admission. San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park. www.sdzwa.org -
On October 13, 2024At Big Bear Lake Convention Center Categories: OktoberfestBig Bear Oktoberfest. Bands, beer, food and more. Weekends through Nov. 2. Fri. 6–10 pm, Sat., 1–11 pm & Sun., 12–6 pm. Big Bear Convention Center, 42900 Big Bear Blvd. Tickets: www.bigbearevents.com -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: HalloweenMr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkin Patch. Games and activities, bounce houses and more. Through Oct. 31. Mon.-Thurs., 12–8 pm; Fri.–Sun., 11 am–8 pm. 3901 Clairemont Dr. www.mrjackolanternspumpkins.com -
On October 13, 2024At Fort Cross Categories: HalloweenJulian Autumn Jubilee. Hayride, petting zoo, activities and more. Weekends through Oct. 27. Saturdays, 10 am–5 pm & Sundays, 11 am–5 pm. Fort Cross, 4425 Hwy. 78, Santa Ysabel. Tickets: www.fortcross.com -
On October 13, 2024At Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Categories: HalloweenPumpkin Express. Train rides, pumpkin decorating, haunted train cars and more. Weekends through Oct. 27. 10:30 am, 1 & 2:30 pm. $20.95–$43.95. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, 750 Depot St., Campo. Reservations: www.psrm.org -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: SportsFamily Fun at the Rink. Roller skating, live DJs and more. Sat. & Sun. afternoons. $15; includes skates. Ringer’s Roller Rink, 6060 Federal Blvd. www.ringersrollerrink.com -
On October 13, 2024At Birch Aquarium at Scripps Categories: Special EventsSunset Scripps Pier Walks. Walking tours of Scripps Pier featuring hands-on science stations: squid dissections, local shark research and more. Oct. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 & 27; times vary with sunset times. $40. Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Advance registration required: https://aquarium.ucsd.edu -
On October 13, 2024At 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 -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego Civic Theatre Categories: Theatre“Kimberly Akimbo.” A new musical about growing up and growing old (in no particular order). Through Oct. 13. Civic Center, 1100 Third Ave. Tickets: www.broadwaysd.com -
On October 13, 2024At Julian CA Categories: holiday teasAutumn Harvest Teas. A harvest-themed version of the four course Cottage Classic Tea. Through Oct. 14. 11:30 am, 1 & 2:30 pm. $14.95–$39.95. Julian Tea & Cottage Arts, 2124 Third St. Reservations required: www.juliantea.com -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: Dia de los MuertosSherman Heights Día de los Muertos. Community altars, craft workshops and more. Festivities run through Nov. 2. Community Center, 2258 Island Ave. https://shermanheightscc.org/ddlm -
On October 13, 2024At Del Mar Fairgrounds Categories: Fairs & FestivalsHarvest Festival. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–5 pm; Oct. 13, 10 am–4 pm. $4–$9; 12 & under free. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. www.harvestfestival.com -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: Fairs & FestivalsFREE Farm Stand West Fall Festival. Pumpkin patch, hayrides and more. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–5 pm. 2115 Miller Ave. www.thefarmstandwest.com -
On October 13, 2024At The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Categories: Halloween, FREEFREE San Diego Family Fun Fest: Halloween. Spooky activities, resource booths, crafts and more. 10 am–1 pm. The Salvation Army Kroc Center Corner Zone, 6845 University Ave. www.sandiegofamily.com Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/san-diego-family-fun-fest-halloween-tickets-936485030937? -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, PetsFREE Day of the Dog Festival. A snow section, super hero photo booth, ball pit and more. 12–5 pm. Voltaire Street, between Cable & Bacon. www.thedayofthedog.com -
On October 13, 2024At San Marcos, CA Categories: Fairs & FestivalsFREE San Marcos Harvest Fest. Vendors, kids fun area, food, entertainment and more. 9 am–5 pm. 251 N. City Dr. www.smharvest.com
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On October 13, 2024At San Marcos, CA Categories: FREEFREE Star Walk XXXI. Learn astronomy facts, concepts and techniques. 6:30–8 pm. Double Peak Park, 900 Double Peak Dr., San Marcos. www.san-marcos.net
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On October 13, 2024At San Marcos, CA Categories: Fairs & FestivalsFall Family Festival. Fall games and activities, photo ops, pumpkins and more. 10 am–2 pm. $5. Williams Barn in Wanly Grove Park, 1952 Sycamore Dr., San Marcos. Register: https://hopeonthehardroad.regfox.com/fall-family-festival-2024
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On October 13, 2024At Snapdragon Stadium Categories: Sporting EventsSan Diego Wave Soccer. Cheer on our national women’s soccer team. Today, 5 pm & Oct. 16, 7 pm. Starting at $15. Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way. Tickets: www.sandiegowavefc.com -
On October 13, 2024At Alta Vista Botanical Gardens Categories: FREE, Fairs & FestivalsFREE Kids in the Garden: Fall Fun Festival. Decorate pumpkins, make origami bats and more. 10 am– 3 pm. Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. Pre-register at farmerjonesavbg@gmail.com. https://altavistabotanicalgardens.org -
On October 13, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: HalloweenCalifornia Farm Life Pumpkin Patch. Smash-a-pumpkin, giant tractors and more. Mon.–Fri., 2–6 pm, Sat. & Sun., 10 am–6 pm. 18409 Rangeland Rd. Pumpkin Patch. www.californiafarmlife.com
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On October 13, 2024At Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park Categories: ScienceMagic or Science? Use science to reproduce magic and potions. Girls only, 10 am–12 noon; all scientists, 1–3 pm. $18. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org -
On October 13, 2024At Westgate Hotel Categories: holiday teasWitches of the Westgate Tea. Offering a magical experience complete with house-made pastries, savory tea sandwiches, gourmet teas, champagne and cocktails, wicked treats, and a take-home gift for children, the Witches of Westgate Tea welcomes both adults and children alike to embrace the most wonderful time of the fear. Through Oct. 13, 18–20, 25 & 26; 1–5 pm. Reservations can be made here. $49–$74. 1055 Second Ave. https://www.westgatehotel.com/activities/hotel-events/witches-tea/
