News Summary
San Diego is ready for a Halloween celebration filled with a variety of themed events and activities from October 24 to 26. Families and visitors can enjoy dance performances, concert shows, and community festivities throughout the city. Highlights include the San Diego Ballet, Halloween Spooktaculars, and cultural events like Día de los Muertos. This weekend promises a fun-filled experience for everyone looking to get into the Halloween spirit with various entertainment options and activities suitable for all ages.
San Diego Gears Up for a Spooktacular Weekend
San Diego is set to host a variety of Halloween-themed activities and events from October 24 to 26, 2025, offering residents and visitors a chance to celebrate the spooky season with family-friendly fun and thrilling experiences.
Key Events This Weekend
Among the highlights, the San Diego Ballet will showcase dance performances at the James S. Copley Auditorium, running from October 24 to 26. Tickets start at $48. The famous “Thrill the World” event is also taking place on October 24 at Civic Center Library in Oceanside, inviting participants to join in reenacting the iconic “Thriller” dance, with practice starting at 2:45 p.m. and the performance at 3 p.m.
On October 24, adults can enjoy laser tag and karaoke at the free Adult Laser Tag Night hosted by Lakeside Library from 5 to 8 p.m. For those seeking a more community-driven event, the Halloweekend at Campland will offer costume contests and festivities from October 24 to 26.
This weekend also marks the final days to experience the “Utopia” Light Show at Las Americas Premium Outlets, with showtimes from 7 to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 7 to 10 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are available starting at $16.
Family-Friendly Festivities
Families will have ample opportunities to celebrate, including the Pumpkin Bash & Spooky Campover at Tigers & Bears wildlife sanctuary on October 24-25, featuring pumpkin carving and other activities with donations welcomed. Additionally, the Jurassic Fright at Pumpkin Patch in Carlsbad, open until October 31, offers a haunted corn maze and tractor rides for a nominal admission of $15.
Another popular family event is the Rolling Pumpkins Festival, which runs through November 1 in El Cajon featuring a petting zoo and carnival games. For younger children, Halloween Spooktacular at Mission Marketplace on October 25 will provide free trick-or-treating from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Educational and Cultural Offerings
Educational experiences are available through the Fright for Future Haunted Maze at 3720 El Cajon Blvd., opening October 24-26. This maze aims to raise awareness about pollution for a small admission fee of $10. Additionally, the Master of the Macabre performances featuring Edgar Allan Poe stories at Villa Montezuma Museum run Fridays and Saturdays until November 1, with tickets priced at $30.
Concerts will also feature throughout the weekend, with Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram performing at North Park Observatory on October 24, and a Bach Collegium Concert featuring works by Handel on October 25 at The Baker-Baum Concert Hall.
Community and Cultural Celebrations
The weekend also includes significant cultural events, including the Día de los Muertos Celebration on October 25 at MiraCosta San Elijo campus, and the Annual Dia de los Muertos Event in Oceanside on October 26, which will feature community altars, music, and crafts.
For those who enjoy more theatrical experiences, the Ghost Light Masquerade performance by The Rosin Box Project will be held on October 24-25 and 30 at The Soap Factory, with tickets ranging from $54-$65.
Conclusion
With a plethora of Halloween-themed activities across San Diego County, this weekend promises an array of opportunities for festive fun. From musical performances to family activities, everyone has a chance to participate in the Halloween spirit.
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Additional Resources
- San Diego Magazine: Halloween Events
- NBC San Diego: Halloween County Guide
- San Diego Union-Tribune: Weekend Events
- San Diego Reader: Halloween Party
- Modern Luxury: San Diego Halloween
- Wikipedia: Halloween
- Google Search: Halloween events San Diego 2025
- Google Scholar: Halloween celebrations
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Halloween
- Google News: San Diego Halloween events
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