Everything You Need for Halloween in San Diego 2025! 👻
It’s officially spooky season! From family-friendly pumpkin patches to haunted houses and beachside movie nights, San Diego has no shortage of Halloween fun this October. Whether you’re planning a kid-friendly outing or a night of thrills, here’s your guide to the best Halloween events in San Diego 2025.
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10/4: “The Addams Family” Halloween Movie on the Beach San Diego
Enjoy a classic spooky comedy under the stars at Hotel Del Coronado. Perfect for families and movie lovers. Cost: $25.75
10/12: “E.T.” Halloween Movie Night on the Beach San Diego
Bring the family for a nostalgic Halloween beachside screening with ocean views and festive fun. Cost: $25.75
10/17: FREE! “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Outdoor Movie San Diego
Catch this Tim Burton classic at a free community screening in Ocean Beach—fun for kids and adults. Cost: FREE
10/18: FREE! University Heights Fall Festival & Halloween Activities
Celebrate autumn with food, crafts, and live entertainment at one of San Diego’s favorite neighborhood fall festivals. Cost: FREE
10/18: “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Beach Movie San Diego
Enjoy a magical beachfront movie night, perfect for families looking for a Halloween-themed outdoor activity. Cost: $25.75
10/24: Spooky Campout with Lions, Tigers & Bears Near San Diego
Combine wildlife adventure with Halloween thrills at this unique overnight camp experience near San Diego. Cost: $55-80 pp
10/24: USS Midway Haunted Hangar Halloween Bash & “Goonies” Movie
Halloween fun aboard a historic aircraft carrier with games, costumes, and classic movie screenings. Cost: $20 pp
10/25: “Hocus Pocus” Beach Movie San Diego 2025
Watch this Halloween favorite on the sand at Hotel Del Coronado with family and friends. Cost: $27.75
10/26: FREE! Trick-or-Treat on India Street Little Italy San Diego
Enjoy a festive street trick-or-treat experience with decorations and candy for kids of all ages. Cost: FREE
10/26: South Park Trick-or-Treat Festival San Diego
Family-friendly Halloween fun with costumes, games, and community festivities in South Park. Cost: FREE
10/26: FREE! Halloween at Liberty Station San Diego Arts, crafts, and spooky family activities at this popular San Diego destination. Cost: FREE
🎃 Ongoing Events in October
Fort Cross Haunted Halloween Adventure Near Julian:
Outdoor haunted adventures perfect for teens and adults looking for thrills near San Diego. Cost: $26-42
Haunted Forest at Banner Ranch Julian San Diego
Step into a haunted forest filled with spooky fun for the whole family. Cost: $13-15
Pumpkin Express Train Ride San Diego 2025
Classic pumpkin-themed train ride offering family-friendly seasonal fun. Cost: $19-40
HalGLOWeen San Diego Zoo Family Halloween Event
Enjoy glowing decorations, animal encounters, and Halloween activities at the San Diego Zoo. Cost: Kids FREE w/adult paid admission
Best Pumpkin Patches San Diego 2025
Discover top pumpkin patches for picking, photos, and Halloween fun in San Diego. Cost: FREE (excludes pumpkin purchase)
San Diego Haunted Houses & Trails for Halloween
Explore hayrides, haunted trails, and spooky experiences across San Diego this October. Cost: Starts at $25
FREE! Dia de Los Muertos Celebrations San Diego 2025
Celebrate this colorful cultural tradition with altars, live music, and family-friendly activities. Cost: FREE
Belmont Park Beachside Fall Fest & Halloween Activities
Rides, food, and Halloween fun by the beach in this San Diego fall festival. Cost: FREE
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