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Will you be in San Diego, California during the spooky season? Then check out our list of the 12 best San Diego Halloween events for 2026!
These events take place in San Diego or around the San Diego area (such as Carlsbad or Chula Vista). These activities are either specifically Halloween-themed or are perfect for the Halloween season (such as a ghost tour). They are things you can do on Halloween or on the days leading up to Halloween. They are a mix of family-friendly events and more adult ways to spend the spooky season.
So take a look at this list. Some of these activities are even available at a discounted price!
- Howl-O-Scream San Diego
- A Night of Poe
- SeaWorld Halloween Spooktacular
- Embarcadero Waterfront Ghost Tour
- Ghost Light Masquerade
- Legoland California Brick or Treat
- Trick or Drink San Diego Halloween Bar Crawl
- Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place
- Candlelight Open Air: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
- Mr. Jack O’Lantern’s Pumpkin Patch
- The Nightmare Bar at Trailer Park After Dark
- Halloween Heat featuring Bella Lux