Seasonal Happenings

No matter what time of year you’re exploring, visiting or playing in San Diego, fun annual events and activities abound! Not only do we have a plethora of epic holiday happenings, but we also have a . . .

One of the first signs of fall in San Diego County is when local orchards announce that it’s time to start picking apples. The u-pick apple season typically starts in early/mid-September, usually . . .

  Thank you to everyone who joined the Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego for the All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair on Friday, July 17! Families of all ages and abilitie . . .

  Marian McQuade of West Virginia began with the simple idea of supporting the elderly in nursing homes, and ended with a national holiday, Grandparents Day. Declared a national holiday by Presi . . .

Those who live far from their children’s grandparents know that maintaining a special connection from afar is difficult—but it’s not impossible. Here are ways to keep kids in touch with long-d . . .

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 to recognize the contributions and influence of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the history, culture and achievement . . .

Get ready for a fang-tastic day of Halloween fun at San Diego Family Fun Fest: Halloween on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Salvation Army Kroc Center Corner Zone, 6845 Univer . . .

       Talk about bushels of excitement! I love fall—yes, even in San Diego—it’s my favorite season of the year! Perhaps you have family-favorite fall traditions already, bu . . .

Make festive, not-too-spooky door wreaths for Halloween by repurposing pool noodles that are no longer in use. These fun family projects only require a glue gun and a few inexpensive supplies. Happy . . .

There aren’t many holiday traditions that render children as giddy as Trick-or-Treating. None of the other thrills of Halloween—decorating the house, wearing a favorite costume, carving pumpkins . . .

“BOOing” friends and neighbors in October is a fun way to spread Halloween cheer and lift everyone’s spirits! Use our free Halloween printables to start (or continue) the trend of secretly dro . . .

San Diego has its share of haunted places. Some were born of tragedy or misfortune or discovered by psychics, while others are simply final resting places. So grab a camera, a few good friends and c . . .

Americans purchase nearly 600 million pounds of candy every year just for Halloween. Much of that will be devoured immediately, but most will linger around the house to tempt you for days and weeks . . .

Día de Muertos is a traditional Mexican holiday celebrated annually on November 1 & 2. It’s a beautiful tribute to loved ones who have passed away. The tribute typically includes an ofrenda (or . . .