Halloween is upon us and it's time to leave the trick-or-treating to the kids. This Halloween leave your lair to roam the streets and clubs of San Diego and have a ball at the wickedest Halloween parties in town.
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When: October 19, 2019
We dare you to try and keep your wits about you while strolling through the treelined streets of Third Avenue Village. Over 20 nefarious characters and uncanny activities will torment and trick thrill seekers of all ages.
When: October 25 - November 2, 2019
If you love Halloween, dining and the nightlife, do not miss San Diego's #1 Halloween Celebration! Your San Diego Zombie Crawl ticket includes a guided route, 25+ premier club admissions, welcome shots + food and beverage specials in the Gaslamp.
When: October 25, 2019
Prepare yourself for a night of fantasy and eccentric horror as we transform The Lafayette into a Tim Burton-inspired Wonderland.
When: October 25, 2019
Show your wristband at over 10 different bars and nightclubs for free entry and exclusive drink specials including free welcome shots at select venues. No schedule – you and friends roam the streets at your own pace and party non-stop all night.
When: October 25, 2019
Submerge into chilling footage of bioluminescent sea life and terrifying tentacled creatures while DJ’s on each floor will have guests moving in a sea of fog and dance hits.
When: October 25, 2019
The hottest LGBTQ happy hour in San Diego, Top of the Bay hosts an annual Halloween bash. Compete in the costume contest for prizes including hotel stays!
When: October 26, 2019
After 19 years of unleashing the darkest of festivals, Monster Halloween Bash is getting WCKD. Six blocks will be transformed as a WCKD Village descends upon East Village. Stumble upon four radical concert stages featuring an eclectic lineup of hip-hop, open format, EDM and deep house.
When: October 26, 2019
Celebrate Halloween at San Diego's famous haunted hotel. Don your best costume and join us for the 9th annual, adults-only, Hallo-wine and Spirits Party full of spooky surroundings, great eats and dancing until you drop at the Hotel Del Del Coronado!
When: October 26, 2019
This Halloween, come as you aren’t! Join us in your best costume for a spooky evening, featuring drink specials, costume contests, live music and DJ sets.
When: October 26, 2019
Guaranteed to be a fang-tastic evening filled with ghouls, goblins, monsters and spine chilling scares. You won't want to miss this year's Nightmare on Normal Street.
When: October 27, 2019
2.5 hour cruise includes cocktails and snacks available for purchase, DJ entertainment featuring D-Rock from Z90 & Zach from 91X, costume contest with prizes (so dress to impress!), and ever-changing bay views.
When: October 31, 2019
Celebrate Halloween with a spooky party cruise on the sparkling waters of Mission Bay, with multiple floors of drink specials, live DJs, and lighted dance floors, accompanied by stunning views of the bay.
When: October 31, 2019
They are all coming to the Rooftop Terror All Inclusive Halloween Party on Halloween Night! Costume Contest, DJ's, Drinks flowing, tacos grilling and a true night to remember on Halloween Night!
When: October 31, 2019
A torrential night at sea full of perished pirates, sailors, and mermaids.
When: October 31, 2019
This Halloween, join Del Frisco’s San Diego and Veuve Clicquot for a hauntingly good time at our Yelloween All Ghouls Gala. We’ll be pouring Veuve Clicquot and Orin Swift, serving chef-inspired hors d'oeuvres, and more. Don’t forget your costume! The "best-dressed" guests will take home a prize.
When: October 31, 2019
Join us for our legendary Halloween festivities with music from 80s Heat, a cash prize costume contest, food, drinks, & more!
Ghosts & Gravestones Frightseeing Tour
When: August 14 - October 31, 2019
Dying to take a ride on the dark side? Join us for a spirited & entertaining tour built on stories of history, mystery and legends of San Diego’s past! Travel back in time with us and learn about the spirits of notorious wild characters like gunslingers, gamblers, and ladies of the night who lived and died in San Diego.
When: August 15 - October 31, 2019
Learn the official account of Kate Morgan's 1892 visit to The Del and why her spirit never left in this 45-minute ghostly tour of the resort. Walk in Kate's footsteps after dark as you uncover the mystery of her death, other spirits who haunt the hotel and ghostly guest encounters.
When: September 27 - November 2, 2019
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park is a stroll you will never forget. As you walk the mile-long Trail, spine-tingling sights and sounds will leave you trembling.
When: September 27 - November 2, 2019
San Diego County's largest haunted experience, The Scream Zone is considered among the goriest, scariest, and screaming-est fright fests to be found in the dark corners of Southern California. We invite you to be our guests, that is, if you have the nerve!
When: October 4 - November 2, 2019
The Haunted Hotel is packed full of spine-tingling, heart-pounding effects that are so real they will keep you screaming for your life!
When: October 31, 2019
Legend has it that the boundary between this world and the next is thinnest on Halloween night. Join the Gaslamp Museum for an extra special paranormal investigation and see for yourself!
*Please note, events are subject to change and cancellation. Please confirm the event information by visiting the event website.
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