Events from October 18, 2026
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On October 18, 2026At 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 18, 2026At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksLEGOLAND Water Park. Splash into spring with seven slides, sandy beaches, Build-A-Raft River, Pirate Reef and LEGO Legends of CHIMA Water Park. Open daily. LEGO CHIMA Water Park opens June 13. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On October 18, 2026At Belmont Park Categories: FREEFREE Belmont Park’s Beachside Fall Fest. Seasonal entertainment, Halloween characters, trick-or-treating, live music and more. Through Oct. 31. 3146 Mission Blvd. www.belmontpark.com -
On October 18, 2026At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Halloween, Amusement ParksHowl-O-Scream at SeaWorld. Select dates through Oct. 31. 6 pm–close. Recommended for adults only. $35.99. 500 SeaWorld Dr. www.seaworld.com -
On October 18, 2026At Big Bear Lake Convention Center Categories: OktoberfestBig Bear Lake Oktoberfest. Bands, beer, food and more. Weekends through Nov. 7. Sundays are Family Fun Days, kids under 12 free. Big Bear Convention Center, 42900 Big Bear Blvd. Tickets: www.bigbearevents.com -
On October 18, 2026At Sesame Place San Diego Categories: Halloween, Amusement ParksThe Count's Halloween Spooktacular. Silly, not-too-spooky fun. Select dates through Nov. 1, 10 am–6 pm. 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. www.sesameplace.com -
On October 18, 2026At Bates Nut Farm Categories: HalloweenPumpkin Patch at Bates Nut Farm. Tractor hayrides, straw maze and more. Through Oct. 31. 15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center. https://batesnutfarm.biz -
On October 18, 2026At 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 -
On October 18, 2026At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: HalloweenBrick-or-Treat. Trick-or-treating, Brick or Treat Street, interactive light trail and more. Today & Sept. 26, then weekends through Nov. 1. Included with admission. LEGOLAND, One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On October 18, 2026At Temecula, CA 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 -
On October 18, 2026At 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. 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 18, 2026Family 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 18, 2026At 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 -
On October 18, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: HalloweenThe Haunted Trail of Balboa Park. Select dates through Nov. 1. $34.99. For ages 10+. Balboa Dr. & Juniper Rd. www.hauntedtrail.net -
On October 18, 2026At Fort Cross Categories: HalloweenJulian Autumn Jubilee. Weekends through Oct. 25, 10 am–5 pm. Fort Cross, 4425 Hwy. 78, Santa Ysabel. Tickets: www.fortcross.com -
On October 18, 2026At Summers Past Farms Categories: Halloween, FREEFREE Summers Past Farm Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins, corn maze, hay fort and more. Closed Mon.–Wed. 15602 Olde Hwy. 80, Flinn Springs. www.summerspastfarms.com -
On October 18, 2026At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksLEGO Galaxy. All-new space-themed land with an indoor family coaster, two other cosmic rides, brand-new food and retail options, incredible LEGO space models, space-themed activities, and adventures for explorers of all ages. Open daily. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On October 18, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos, FREEKids FREE San Diego. Attractions, museums, meals and more offer families with kids 12 & under complimentary attraction and museum admission, and more. Through Oct. 31. Details: www.sandiegomuseumcouncil.org/specials/kidsfree -
On October 18, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, Dia de los MuertosFREE Fiesta de Reyes Día de los Muertos–La Experiencia. Family-friendly experience with decorated skulls and skeletons, traditional and contemporary altars and thousands of marigold-inspired details. Through Nov. 2, 10 am–9 pm. www.fiestadereyes.com -
On October 18, 2026At Belmont Park Categories: SkatingRingers at Seaport Village. An open-air roller-skating experience along the Embarcadero. Open daily. 821 West Harbor Dr. Details: www.seaportvillage.com/explore/ringers-roller-rink -
On October 18, 2026At Fallbrook, CA Categories: Halloween, FREEFREE Fallbrook Scarecrow Days. Scarecrows displayed all over town. Through Oct. 31. www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org -
On October 18, 2026At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Halloween, Amusement ParksSeaWorld Spooktacular. Baby Shark Halloween show, trick-or-treating, interactive adventures and seasonal entertainment. Fri.–Sun. through Nov. 1. Kids ages 3–9 receive free one-day admission with the purchase of adult ticket through Oct. 500 SeaWorld Dr. www.seaworld.com -
On October 18, 2026At San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park Categories: Halloween, Museums, Galleries and ZoosHalGLOWeen. Eerie-sistible entertainment, interactive festivities and lots of spooky surprises. Fri., Sat. & Sun. in October. 5 pm to close. San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park. www.sdzwa.org -
On October 18, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: holiday teasWizarding Afternoon Tea Themed Tea. All themed teas are different, most include a “Did You Know?” intro, a game, quiz and a take home gift. Through Nov. 1, 12:30 & 3:30 pm. $64.95. The Britannia Tearooms, 2323 Midway Dr. Reservations: www.afternoonteasandiego.com -
On October 18, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: HalloweenMr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkins, seasonal photo opportunities and family-friendly fall activities. Through Nov. 1. 3901 Clairemont Dr. www.mrjackolanternspumpkins.com -
On October 18, 2026At 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. Today, tomorrow, Oct. 10, 11 & 18; times vary with sunset. $40. Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Advance registration required: www.aquarium.ucsd.edu -
On October 18, 2026At Skyforest, CA Categories: HalloweenPumpkins in the Pines. Pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, Sleepy Hollow puppet show and more. Sat. & Sun. in October. Skypark, 28950 California 18, Skyforest. www.skyparksantasvillage.com -
On October 18, 2026At Belmont Park Categories: HalloweenBelmont Park Trick-or-Treating. Sundays in October, 5 pm. 3146 Mission Blvd. www.belmontpark.com -
On October 18, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: MoviesSan Diego International Film Festival. Celebrating 25 years with its biggest lineup yet. Through Oct. 18. Tickets & schedule: www.sdfilmfest.com -
On October 18, 2026At Julian CA Categories: holiday teasAutumn Harvest Teas. A harvest-themed version of the four course Cottage Classic Tea. 11:30 am, 1 & 2:30 pm. Through Oct. 19. $15.95–$44.95. Reservations required. Julian Tea & Cottage Arts, 2124 Third St. www.juliantea.com -
On October 18, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Halloween, FREEFREE Fright for Future. A haunted maze of "true terrors" bringing scary issues concerning people, planet and animals to light. For ages 10+. Oct. 16–18 & 23–25, 5–9 pm. $10. 3720 El Cajon Blvd. www.frightforfuture.org -
On October 18, 2026At Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum Categories: Special EventsAntique Tractor Show. Kids’ activities, crafts, games and more. Today, tomorrow & Oct. 24–25. 9 am–4 pm. $10; under 6 free. Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista. www.agsem.com -
On October 18, 2026At Little Italy, downtown San Diego Categories: Special EventsFREE Bella Vita Fest. Celebrate Italian culture with chalk art, live music and more. Today & tomorrow. Little Italy. www.bellavitafest.com -
On October 18, 2026At Bernardo Winery Categories: Craft FairFREE Bernardo Winery Fall Arts & Crafts Fair. Over 125 vendors. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–5 pm. 13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte. www.bernardowinery.com -
On October 18, 2026At Borrego Springs Categories: FREE, Special EventsFREE Borrego Days Desert Festival. Kids zone, food and more. Today & tomorrow. Christmas Cir. Community Park, Palm Canyon Dr. www.borregodays.com -
On October 18, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Dia de los MuertosDía de los Muertos Festival. Community Ofrenda, live music, corn maze and more. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–4 pm. Parking, $5. Mellano Farmstand, 5714 N. River Rd., Oceanside. www.mellanofarmstand.com -
On October 18, 2026At Solana Beach Categories: FREE, Dia de los MuertosFREE Día de los Muertos Celebration. Piñatas for kids, a Catrin/Catrina costume contest, crafts, a scavenger hunt and more. 10 am–5 pm. La Colonia Park, 715 Valley Ave., Solana Beach. www.cityofsolanabeach.ca.gov -
On October 18, 2026At Balboa Theatre Categories: Theatre“COMPOSITIONS.” Featuring three original ballet commissions performed with live music. 7:30–9 pm. Balboa Theater. www.sandiegotheatres.org -
On October 18, 2026At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Halloween, Walk, RaceHowl-O-Sprint 5K & Kids Fun Run. This 3.1-mile course will take you on a thrilling and chilling journey through the grounds of SeaWorld. 5K, 7 am; fun run, 8:30 am. $29–$66. 500 SeaWorld Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com -
On October 18, 2026At Balboa Theatre Categories: Theatre“American Icons.” A dazzling display of musicality, precision, and pure classical dance. Today & tomorrow. Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave. www.cityballet.org
