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Mild autumn breezes in San Diego match the region's welcoming spirit — except at the end of October, when a spooky wind sweeps in and strange things begin to go bump in the night. From family-friendly fright fests and historically haunted tours to terror-filled scream zones and wild trick-or-treat parties, Halloween in San Diego scares up plenty of fun for all ages.

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When autumn arrives, a crisp soothing breeze sweeps over San Diego complementing the region's warm temperatures and welcoming vibe.

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Oktoberfests

The Munich celebration may have more than 150 years on us in San Diego, but that doesn't mean we don't know how to throw a party. Here's where you can chug a hefty stein of lager, chow down on a Bratwurst and oom-pah-pah to your heart's content.

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Dia de los Muertos

Honor your lost loved ones and culturally immerse yourself in traditional and authentic Mexican Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations throughout San Diego.

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San Diego Beer Week

San Diego Beer Week is a ten-day celebration inspiring people to drink local, craft beer and promoting San Diego's thriving brewing culture with multiple events happening across the county.

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Fall Festivals

When autumn arrives and the summer beach crowds diminish, visitors to San Diego can relish in the region's sunny mild weather and enjoy a number of fun-filled Fall activities to enhance their vacation getaway. During San Diego's shoulder season, visitors can find a variety of annual festivals, fairs and diverse cultural entertainment.

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Spend Fall Outdoors

The sun shines almost every day in San Diego making it the perfect place to enjoy the mild Fall weather and take advantage of all the outdoor events and activities the city has to offer including thunderboats, swimming, running, and cycling.

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Fall for the Arts

Fall for the arts this autumn in San Diego. Thanks to the cool Fall weather, the Arts and Culture scene takes to the streets in San Diego. Stay outside and enjoy art fairs, outdoor concerts, dancing in the streets and much more. End the day by heading inside to enjoy a film festival or two.

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Fall Food & Drink

Fill yourself up with plenty of autumn treats and craft beer when you visit San Diego this fall at any one (or all) of these food and drink festival and events including craft beer tastings, prix-fixe menus, neighborhood restaurant tastings and more.

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HauntFest on Main

Oct 25, 2024

HauntFest on Main is an exciting family friendly event in Downtown El Cajon with a pumpkin patch, costume contest, kidz zone, rides, entertainment and more!

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HalGLOWeen at the San Diego Zoo

Oct 3 - Oct 31, 2024

HalGLOWeen—the world-famous San Diego Zoo’s light-up-the-night, Halloween-themed extravaganza—is back! This year’s glowing celebration of color has been expanded to five weekends in October—Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. So, get ready to enjoy some safe, family fun at this glittering and glimmering annual spectacular full of entertainment and interactive festivities. Ages 11 and younger enter free.

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Nightmare on Normal Street

Oct 26, 2024

Hillcrest’s haunted Halloween dance party and costume competition is back! Nightmare on Normal will take over the Pride Flag Plaza at Normal and University on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 5 - 11 pm! With late night live entertainment, costume competitions (including a special pet contest for your furry, fuzzy, and feathery companions) outdoor bars, and the best people watching in all of San Diego - this is an event you won’t want to miss!

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Haunted Harvest

Oct 5 - Oct 26, 2024

Special evenings in October at Fort Cross will entail some seasonal spooky fun, if you dare... October 5, 12, 19, 26

Hayride Reservations Available at 8:00, 8:30 pm (depending on the date)

Activities include: Jug Band Music, Hoedown, Ghost Stories, and Haunted Hayride

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Dia de los Muertos

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San Diego Beer Week

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Fall for the Arts

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Halloween Happenings

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HauntFest on Main

Oct 25, 2024
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HalGLOWeen at the San Diego Zoo

Oct 3 - Oct 31, 2024
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Nightmare on Normal Street

Oct 26, 2024
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Haunted Harvest

Oct 5 - Oct 26, 2024
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Bayside Booze & Bites 

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Valid: Nov 13, 2023 - ongoing

Join us for some Booze & Bites at Humphreys Half Moon Inn! Treat yourself to a tasty appetizer, enjoy delicious sips, and soak up beautiful bay views at Humphreys SoCAL Dining &...

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San Diego’s Fang-tastic Chauffeured Winery Tour

San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours
Valid: Oct 1 - Oct 31, 2024

Howl you doin’, good lookin’? Trying to come on down to San Diego this October for a spook-tacular winery tour? If you are bone to be wild this October – keep reading:  We...

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Kids Go Free to SeaWorld San Diego

SeaWorld San Diego
Valid: Aug 2 - Oct 31, 2024

Kids Go FREE is back at SeaWorld San Diego! Get one free child ticket with purchase of one full price adult ticket now through October 31, using this special offer...

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