Events from October 20, 2024
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On October 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 -
On October 20, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: Film FestivalSan Diego International Film Festival. Through Oct. 20. Tickets & schedule: www.sdfilmfest.com
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On October 20, 2024At Encinitas, CA Categories: HalloweenHaunted Ghost Town. Trick-or-treat tours, spooky fun and surprises. Today, tomorrow, Oct. 20, 25–27. 5–6:30 pm. $16.80–$28. San Dieguito Heritage Museum, 450 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. www.hauntedtown.org
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On October 20, 2024At Little Italy, downtown San Diego Categories: Fairs & FestivalsFREE Bella Vita Fest. Celebrate Italian culture with expert chalk artists, live Italian music and more. Today, 11 am–6 pm & tomorrow 11 am–5 pm. Little Italy. www.bellavitafest.com -
On October 20, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: Special EventsSD International Dragon Boat Show. Crews paddling boats decorated with an ornately carved dragon head at the bow and a tail in the stern. Today & tomorrow, 8 am–4 pm. Tecolote Shores Mission Bay, 1500 E. Mission Bay Dr. www.sddbt.org -
On October 20, 2024At Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum Categories: Special EventsAntique Engine & Tractor Show. Kids’ activities, crafts, games and more. Today, tomorrow, Oct. 26–27. 9 am–4 pm. $10; under 6 free. Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista. www.agsem.com -
On October 20, 2024At Borrego Springs Categories: Special EventsFREE Borrego Days. Kids zone, food and more. Today, 8:45 am–6 pm & tomorrow, 10 am–3 pm. Christmas Cir. Community Park, Palm Canyon Dr. www.borregodays.com -
On October 20, 2024At Wild Wonders Categories: HalloweenBoo! At the Zoo. Candy stations, apple cider and flashlights. Today, tomorrow, Oct. 26 & 27, 6 pm. $22–$42. Wild Wonders, Bonsall. www.wildwonders.org -
On October 20, 2024At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Halloween, Walk, RaceSeaWorld Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run/Walk & Kids Run. 3.1-mile course through the grounds of SeaWorld, which will be decked out with thrills and chills. Costumes encouraged. 7 am. Register: https://seaworld.com/san-diego -
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On October 20, 2024At San Marcos, CA Categories: Fairs & FestivalsHorse Heritage Festival. Pumpkin painting, games, horse demonstrations and more. 10 am–2 pm. Walnut Grove Park, 1950 Sycamore Dr., San Marcos. www.sanmarcoschamber.com
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On October 20, 2024At Bates Nut Farm Categories: HalloweenCostume Contest and Parade. 9 am–1 pm. $10, parking. Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center. www.batesnutfarm.biz -
On October 20, 2024At Escondido CA Categories: Fairs & FestivalsFREE Grand Avenue Festival. Live entertainment, food and more. 9 am–5 pm. Grand Ave. from Escondido Blvd. to Ivy St. www.downtownescondido.com -
On October 20, 2024At Waterfront Park Categories: Halloween, FREEFREE Pumpkin Patch at Waterfront Park. Crafts, inflatables, costume contest, pumpkins for kids and more. 11 am–2 pm. 1600 Pacific Hwy. www.sdparks.org -
On October 20, 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/
