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San Diego Co. Halloween Haunts, Corn Mazes & More: 2018 Guide
Your ghoulish guide to pumpkin patches, haunted houses, Day of the Dead fests, parades, carnivals & events throughout the San Diego region.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA – Welcome to autumn 2018! To usher in the season, Patch presents its annual, town-by-t0wn event guide to all things fall -- Halloween happenings, trick-or-treat extravaganzas, scary haunts and attractions, Día de los Muertos celebrations, autumn festivals, corn mazes, carnivals and more spooktacular fun, plus the best Oktoberfests, throughout the San Diego area.
Take a ghost tour at Hotel Del, dance in "Thriller" flash mob at Balboa Park, ride the spooky rail in Campo, check out the haunted Birch Aquarium and more!
Bookmark this page to use as your reference guide, as it will be updated over coming weeks. Enjoy the season!
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BONITA:
Through OCT. 31: Pumpkin Farm & Corn Maze. Free admission to wonderful pumpkin patch with hay rides and farm animals.
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CAMPO:
OCT. 13-14, 20-21, 27-28: Pumpkin Express 'Haunted Trains'. A fall tradition with haunted trains, a pumpkin patch and creepy cast of ghosts and ghouls.
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CARLSBAD:
OCT. 13, 20, 27: LEGOLAND's Brick-Or-Treat Nights . Costume contest, treat stations, dance party & more.
OCT. 20: Pumpkin Plunge & Outdoor Movie. "Pool will be transformed into floating pumpkin patch where each child can catch a pumpkin with a hula hoop."
OCT. 27: Halloween In The Village & Doggie Costume Contest. Arts, crafts & trick-or-treating!
OCT. 30: Spooky Halloween at Batiquitos Lagoon. Includes scavenger hunt!
Through OCT.: Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Maze 2018: Strawberry Co.. Haunted corn maze on Friday & Saturday nights.
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CHULA VISTA:
OCT. 27: San Diego’s Spooktacular Fall Party & Haunted House. An annual event by super Dentists & includes costume contest, carnival games and more!
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CORONADO:
Oct. 12-13, 19-20, 26-27 & 31: Ghost Tour Of Haunted Hotel Del. "Learn the true story of Kate Morgan’s 1892 visit to The Del and why her spirit never left."
OCT. 12: Ghostly Happenings & Medium James Van Praagh: Hotel Del Coronado. Don't miss world-renowned medium in the Crown Room.
OCT. 19, 20, 26, 27 & 31: 'Ghost Roast' - Beach Bonfire & S'Mores: Hotel Del. Spooky fun at the beach.
OCT. 26: Halloween Happening Carnival 2018: Community Center. Great family fun with food & activities.
OCT. 27: Hallo-wine & Spirits Party: Hotel Del Coronado. Swanky night for adults, and there is children's version, as well.
OCT. 31: Halloween Trick-Or-Treat 2018: Downtown. Merchants will be waiting for your little ones!
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DEL MAR:
OCT. 10-14, 17-21, 24-31: Scream Zone & Haunted Hayride 2018: Fairgrounds. Back again this year are the horrifying House of Horror and KarnEvil.
OCT. 12-14: Harvest Festival Art & Craft Show 2018: Fairgrounds. A seasonal shopping bonanza!
OCT. 20: Rotary's Chili & Quackers 2018: Powerhouse Park. Chili, face-painting & a ducky flotilla.
OCT. 20: San Dieguito Fall Festival - Pumpkins & Critters. Afternoon includes games, face-painting, cider & coffee.
Through OCT. 31: Pumpkin Station - Kids' Fun & Petting Zoo. Enjoy carousel, train rides and game zone, too.
OCT. 31: Scream Zone's Halloween KarnEvil Costume Contest. Hosted by DJ Skeez.
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EL CAJON:
OCT. 12-13, 19-20, 26-28, 31: Camp Calavera (Trick-OR-Treat Trail). "Camp counselor" starts you off with fun ghost story.
OCT 12-13, 19-20, 26-28, 31: Halloween Haunted Lodge 2018: Elks. "Will you dare venture into the woods to discover the carnage?"
OCT. 19: HauntFest On Main & Halloween Carnival 2018: Downtown. Fun includes a haunted car show!
Through OCT. 31: Pumpkin Station, Games & Rides 2018: Parkway Plaza. Admission and parking are free.
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ENCINITAS:
OCT. 14: Colony Of Olivenhain's Oktoberfest . An annual community event.
OCT. 12-13, 19-20, 26-27: Boy Scouts' Haunted Hotel & Carnival. A beloved tradition in Olivenhain.
OCT. 23: Yappy Hour Fundraiser with The Drake Center. Pets in costumes!
OCT. 24: Halloween Spooktacular: Library. Fun, treats & crafts!
OCT. 28: St. Andrew's Annual Harvest Party and Neighborhood Celebration. A fun-filled carnival.
OCT. 31: Trick-Or-Treat & SRF Pumpkins 2018: So. Coast Hwy 101. "See the many amazing pumpkins carved by the Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF) monks."
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ESCONDIDO:
Through OCT. 31: Kids Free In October At Zoo & Safari Park: San Diego & Escondido. Youngsters 11 and under get in free, plus there a many fall-themed activities each weekend.
NOV. 1: Día de los Muertos & Parade 2018: Center For Arts. Parade will circle Grape Day Park and end at special ofrenda.
NOV. 2: #CulturaFestSD Noche de Muertos: Center For Arts. DJ dance party, "Coco" & blessing.
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IMPERIAL BEACH:
OCT. 20: IB's Chills & Thrills. Fun day with costume contest, pumpkin carving & great food.
NOV. 10: Fleet Reserve Auxiliary's Annual Craft Fair. Start your holiday shopping!
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LA JOLLA:
OCT. 12: By The Barrel: Whiskey & Wine Event: Estancia La Jolla. A southern-style feast under the stars.
Through OCT. 31: Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkins. Enjoy the boo-loon pop & spooky maze!
OCT. 26-27: Haunted Aquarium: Sea Monster Mash. "Discover a sea of glowing beasts (big and small), get sticky with slime, and enjoy spooky stories" at Birch Aquarium.
OCT. 31: 'Pillage The Village' Halloween Trick-Or-Treat . An annual tradition with local merchants.
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LA MESA:
OCT. 20: Howl O Ween Hounds Pet-Adoption Event: Grossmont Center. Find your new BFF!
OCT. 31: Trick-or-Treat Around The Center 2018: Grossmont Center. Wear your costume!
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LAKESIDE
Through OCT. 31: Oma's Pumpkin Patch, Farm & Hay Maze. A dairy farm stocked with pumpkin-patch, family fun.
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LEMON GROVE:
OCT. 23: After-School Craft: Dia de los Muertos Skull Masks. Materials provided. Call for info.
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MISSION BAY:
FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, through OCT. 31: Belmont Park's BOOmont 2018: Mission Bay. Don't miss the Spooky Coaster, Zombie Laser Tag & Pirates Cove Mini Golf.
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MISSION VALLEY:
Through Oct. 31: Mission Valley Pumpkin Station & Kids' Rides. Ferris wheel, train & boat rides, pumpkin patch & more.
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OCEAN BEACH:
OCT. 12-13: OB Oktoberfest 2018: Pier. Fun includes a sausage toss, brat-eating & stein-holding contests and the balloon blow!
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OCEANSIDE:
OCT. 13: 'SurftoberFest' Oktoberfest : Hello Betty Fish House. Great time for a worthy cause.
OCT. 28: Mission San Luis Rey's Dia De Los Muertos . Amazing & free event.
OCT. 31: Halloween Safe Night Out 2018: Boys & Girls Clubs. Annual event with carnival & haunted house.
NOV. 2: Dia De Los Muertos. Refreshments, blessings & kids' activities at Eternal Hills.
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PALA:
OCT. 13: Pala Casino's Oktoberfest. Multiple German food & beer stations, plus authentic entertainment.
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POWAY:
OCT. 20: Hilltop Preschool Fall Festival. A fun-filled afternoon.
OCT. 20: Hoot, Howl & Prowl: Blue Sky Preserve. Just $5, but space is limited, so sign up soon!
OCT. 27: Halloween Trunk-Or-Treat: Impact Martial Arts. Free, annual event.
OCT. 28: 'Once Upon A Hallowe'en' Train Rides & Haunted House. Enjoy scary stories & carnival games, too.
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RAMONA:
OCT. 31: Halloween On Main Street. A trick-or-treating tradition!
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RANCHO BERNARDO:
Through OCT. 31: Pumpkin Farm & Corn Maze. Awesome pumpkin patch for families with hay rides, farm animals & more.
OCT. 20: Rancho BEERnardo Festival. Craft beers, regional wines, live music, games and more!
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SAN DIEGO:
Through OCT. 28: SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular. Saturdays & Sundays with an all-new Sesame Street Halloween Parade, plus dance party & more.
Through Oct. 31: Mission Valley Pumpkin Station & Kids' Rides. Ferris wheel, train & boat rides, pumpkin patch & more.
OCT. 1-31: Kids Free In October At Zoo & Safari Park: San Diego & Escondido. Youngsters 11 and under get in free, plus there a many fall-themed activities each weekend.
OCT. 10-14, 17-21, 23-31: Haunted Hotel 2018: Gaslamp District. Plunge into the depths of horror in the longest-running haunt in SD.
Through OCT. 31: Haunted Trail Of Balboa Park. Be brave!
Through OCT. 31: Hitchcocktober: Angelika Film Center, Carmel Mountain. Line-up of the best of Hitchcock ending on Halloween with "Psycho."
FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, OCT. 5-31: Belmont Park's BOOmont 2018: Mission Bay. Don't miss the Spooky Coaster, Zombie Laser Tag & Pirates Cove Mini Golf.
OCT. 12: ScholarShare 529 Toddler Time: Make Music Monster Mash. Fun toddler program at New Children's Museum.
OCT. 26-28: HalGLOWeen - Halloween Celebration 2018: Zoo. A glowing good time with entertainment & a DJ Bubble Dance Party.
OCT. 26: Trick-Or-Treat On India Street 2018: Little Italy. A beloved Halloween tradition for nearly 12 years.
OCT. 27: Thriller Flashmob 2018 - Join In!: Balboa Park. Performance at noon at Plaza de Panama.
OCT. 27: Halloween Yacht Party. Costume contest, DJ & dancing.
OCT. 27: Mall-O-Ween Monster Mash: Hazard Center. Family fun with music, games & costume contest.
OCT. 27: WCKD Village - Monster Halloween Bash. "San Diego’s favorite Halloween festival returns, bringing you the best of Monster Halloween Bash with a new WCKD twist."
NOV. 2-4: Día de los Muertos (Day Of The Dead) 2018: Old Town. "A celebration of the history, culture, and heritage of the region that honors one of its most important holidays."
NOV. 3: Field's Fantastic Fall Festival - Clairemont. "Folklorico dances, great foods, games, face painting, and much more!"
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SAN MARCOS:
OCT. 27: Harvest Dinner @ Twin Oaks Valley Winery. Featuring Char BBQ.
OCT. 31: Happy Halloweenie! @ the Winery. "Stop by for a pre-trick-or-treat Treat."
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SANTEE:
OCT. 13: Ladies at the Lake Fall Market. Shop & find great holiday goodies.
OCT. 28: Halloween Barks & Brews: BNS Brewing. Hosted by Greyhound Adoption Center. Kids & dogs welcome!
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SOLANA BEACH:
OCT. 28: Dia de los Muertos. Procession, music, food & raffles planned.
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VALLEY CENTER:
OCT. 21: Howl-o-ween Doggie Costume Parade: Bates Nut Farm. Enjoy live music after parade!
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VISTA:
OCT. 13: Free Halloween Event For The Entire Family. "Bounce House • Giant Slide • Face Painting • Candy • Trunk or Treat."
OCT. 27: Dia de los Muertos 2018: Rancho Guajome Adobe. "Performances by Ballet Folklorico, live traditional music, children's activities, and food and craft vendors."
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If we missed your organization's or city's events, email details and links to susan.schena@patch.com
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