October is Kids Free Month In Oceanside And Beyond

OCEANSIDE, CA — Spooktober doesn't have to be scary or expensive if you take advantage of these family-friendly offers for the annual Kids Free October celebration in Oceanside and throughout San Diego County.

All month long the little ones will get a chance to play and explore attractions, tours, museums and more for FREE. This special promotion is a unique chance for families to get out, enjoy local activities and experience what Oceanside and the rest of San Diego County has to offer, all at a discount.

Check out these nearby adventures that are fun for the entire family.

Oceanside Adventures Luxury Cruises

Join Oceanside Adventures Luxury Cruises for a whale and dolphin watching trip during the month of October and they will waive the admission for ONE child, 12 and under, with the purchase of a TWO full priced adult ticket. All tours leave from the Oceanside Harbor. For tickets please call (888) 507-1130 and mention Kids Free October to receive this exclusive offer.* This offer is also available with discounted adult fare at the California Welcome Center.

California Surf Museum

The offer allows up to TWO children 12 & under to get in FREE with one full-price paid adult. Mention KIDS FREE when purchasing a ticket to redeem this offer.

Mission San Luis Rey

This offer allows up to TWO children 12 & under to get in FREE with one full-price paid adult. The coupon cannot be used for specially ticketed events, special exhibitions/exhibits, field trips or group visits. Coupon cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.

Oceanside Museum of Art

This offer allows TWO children ages 12 and under get FREE admission into the Oceanside Museum of Art with at least ONE full priced ticket of an accompanying adult.

Beyond Oceanside

Old Town Trolley Tours

Old Town Trolley Tours and SEAL Tours will be participating in the Kids Free promotions throughout October by offering a FREE ride for children 12 or under with the purchase of an adult ticket. Offer cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. Tickets may be purchased by calling 619-298-8687 or from ticket booths. Reservations are required for San Diego SEAL Tour.

San Diego Zoo

For children age 11 and under visiting the San Diego Zoo, entrance is free with the purchase of an adult admission ticket. A maximum of 5 children enter free per ticketed adult. Click here to find out what you need to know before you arrive. We want to thank you in advance for your cooperation in practicing vital preventive measures to maintain a safe environment during your visit.

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

San Diego Zoo Safari Park entrance is free for kids ages 11 and under with the purchase of an adult admission ticket. A maximum of 5 children enter free per ticketed adult. Click here to find out what you need to know before you arrive. We want to thank you in advance for your cooperation in practicing vital preventive measures to maintain a safe environment during your visit. There’s so much to experience along the trails and paths through the Park—join the fun!

SeaWorld Spooktacular

Get your kids’ costumes ready, because kids go FREE (1 per paid adult) to SeaWorld Spooktacular through October 31, 2021! Enjoy an exciting trick-or-treating candy trail, fall-flavored food & beverages, amazing animals, thrilling coasters and so much more. Kids FREE admission is valid for children ages 3-9 only. One free child admission per purchase of a full-paid adult ticket ($95.99). Restrictions may apply. Children under 3 do not require a reservation or ticket for entry. Pre-paid parking is strongly encouraged.

USS Midway Museum

The offer allows up to TWO children 12 & under to get in FREE with one full-price paid adult. Offer not valid for Senior Ticket purchase and may not be combined with any other offer.

MORE: Click for a full listing of the partners participating in Kids Free October!

MORE: Click for the full list of all participating Museums during Kids Free October!

Thanks to Visit Oceanside for contributing information for this article.