17 events for the weekend of Oct 16–18, with 11 free and 14 indoors.
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Big outings first: festivals, farms, shows and attractions, mixing free and paid, for a range of ages.
Bates Nut Farm — Valley Center · San Diego Co. · San Diego County
Classic North County pumpkin patch with hayrides, a straw maze, pony rides, petting corral and bounce house daily in October; more activities on weekends.
Details at Bates Nut Farm ↗San Diego Zoo — San Diego · San Diego Co. · City of San Diego
Glow-in-the-dark Halloween evenings every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October, with entertainment, wildlife presentations and spooky surprises; activities start at 5 p.m.
Details at San Diego Zoo ↗LEGOLAND California Resort — Carlsbad · San Diego Co. · San Diego County
LEGOLAND's Halloween event for kids, with trick-or-treating on Brick or Treat Street; event dates Oct. 17–18, 24–25, 31 and Nov. 1.
Details at LEGOLAND California ↗Want your family-friendly business here? Sponsor this guide
The New Children’s Museum — San Diego · San Diego Co. · City of San Diego
Details at The New Children's Museum ↗The New Children’s Museum — San Diego · San Diego Co. · City of San Diego
Details at The New Children's Museum ↗The New Children’s Museum — San Diego · San Diego Co. · City of San Diego
Details at The New Children's Museum ↗From San Diego County Library branches. (The San Diego Public Library calendar blocks automated tools, so it isn't included yet.) Some need registration; check the library page.
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