San Diego Events

The San Diego area is rich with history, influenced heavily by both Mexican and American cultures. Local events encompass the lifestyle, beliefs and trends of this vibrant community. Whether you’re looking to catch a race at the Del Mar Racetrack or spend an evening tasting wine at a local vineyard, there are a plethora of San Diego area events to keep the whole family entertained. Below are some of our favorite events in San Diego, Encinitas, Oceanside and Carlsbad. Remember to book your beachfront vacation rental for the big event.

O’side Boo Bash

Date: October 18, 2025
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Location: Kindred Journeys 510 N Coast Hwy Suite A, Oceanside, CA 92054
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Take part in festive activities, ghoulish delights, and a variety of local food and craft vendors.

Pumpkin Plunge at Alga Norte Aquatic Center

Date: October 18, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Alga Norte Aquatic Center 6565 Alicante Road Carlsbad , CA 92009
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Bring a swimsuit and join the Halloween fun at Alga Norte Aquatic Center. Enjoy spooky pool activities, games with prizes and floating obstacles. The Splash Pad will also be open for the little ones. Dry activities include a bounce house, lawn games and the Floating Pumpkin Patch where every child will get to lasso and keep a pumpkin.

State Street Farmers Market

Date: October 22, 2025
Time: 2:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Carlsbad Village 2970 State Street Carlsbad, CA 92008
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The State Street Farmers’ Market is a fresh-air grocery store focusing on fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, nuts and honey. And yes, even fresh flowers and plants. There are plenty of artisan food vendors to round out your shopping experience including bread, granola, yogurt, bone broth, kombucha, fudge, cookies and more.

Oceanside Sunset Market

Date: October 23, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Corner of Pier View Way and Tremont Street Pier View Way & North Tremont Street, Oceanside, CA, USA
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Partake in local food, live entertainment, and art at Oceanside’s Sunset Market; open from 5pm to 9pm.

Mellano Farmers Market

Date: October 24, 2025
Time: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Mellano Farm Stand 5750 N River Rd, Oceanside, CA 92057
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Head to Mellano Farms Stand every Friday for their Certified Farmers Market from 2pm-6pm.

Dogs on a leash are welcome in the seating/patio area. Due to food safety reasons pets are not permitted on the farm or tractor. ADA service animal are welcome.

Cardiff Farmers Market

Date: October 25, 2025
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Mira Costa College San Elijo Campus
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Take the opportunity to shop local every Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Cardiff Farmers Market.

Halloween in the Village

Date: October 25, 2025
Time: 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Carlsbad Village Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Save the date for a skele-ton of fun events that will be sure to keep your jack-o-lantern full. There will be a wide variety of activities throughout the Village that will ensure a smashing day for the whole family. Plan to spend the day in the Village, as there’s a little bit of something for everyone.

Candlelight Halloween: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

Start date: October 25, 2025
End date: November 25, 2025
Time: 6:15 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Star Theatre 402 North Coast Hwy Oceanside, CA 92054
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Enjoy the magicc of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in San Diego.

 

Encinitas Día de los Muertos

Date: October 31, 2025
Time: 3:30 pm
Location: Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024
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In partnership with the Encinitas Library, the City of Encinitas will put on the free second annual Day of the Dead Celebration at the Encinitas Library. This celebration will include mariachi and ballet folklorico performances, art projects, and a community ofrenda. Free for all ages.