What's on in San Diego on Friday, September 25, 2026

263 events across 150 venues in San Diego County on Friday, September 25, 2026: 64 live music, 45 family, 41 art & exhibitions. Updated nightly.

Evening 70

  3. 5:00 PM

    David Shyde

    Marzul · Chula Vista

    A live music performance at Marzul featuring David Shyde playing Bossa Nova, Rock, Pop, Blues, Lounge, Sinatra, Latin, John Mayer, Dance, and Instrumental styles.

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  5. 5:00 PM

    Food Distribution

    Spring Valley Library · Spring Valley

    Stop by the Library to pick up free groceries for you and your family! Feeding San Diego is providing dry goods and fresh produce for this walk-up distribution. BRING YOUR OWN BAGS. *While supplies last. ¡Pase por la biblioteca para recoger alimentos gratuitos para usted y su…

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  33. 7:00 PM

    Radio 47

    Mockingbird Improv · Liberty Station

    Radio 47 is a performance event taking place at Mockingbird Improv on Friday evening. The show runs from 7pm to 8:15pm. No further details about the format or performers are given.

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  35. 7:00 PM

    Get the Led Out

    The Magnolia · El Cajon

    Doors: 7PM Show: 8PM *Times and support acts are subject to change* All Ages Welcome Tickets purchased from third-party outlets cannot be verified by our box office. If you have any issues with a third-party purchase, you must contact the third-party outlet directly. Purchase…

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  39. 7:00 PM

    Jesse Baez

    Voodoo Room at the House of Blues San Diego · San Diego

    All ages welcome. All persons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or by a responsible adult 25 years of age or older who has written authorization from a parent or guardian. This performance will be in the Voodoo Room at House of Blues San Diego.…

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  48. 7:30 PM

    Sonic Live in Concert

    San Diego Civic Theatre · San Diego

    Celebrate 35yrs of one of the most iconic video game franchises of all time: Sonic the Hedgehog. This new in concert experience brings together, live on stage, the most iconic music and incredible moments of the beloved Sonic video games. A live ensemble, rock musicians,…

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  50. 7:30 PM

    Pearl & The Oysters, Sugar Candy Mountain

    Soda Bar · San Diego

    21+ event w/ valid ID at Soda Bar - San Diego. Pearl & The Oysters, the duo of Juliette Pearl Davis (Juju) and Joachim Polack (Jojo), formed a decade ago in Paris, where they lived until they were young adults. Together, they make music a lot like their current base of Los…

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  54. 7:50 PM

    Tony

    La Paloma Theatre · Encinitas

    The film Tony screens on multiple dates across late September and early October. Advance tickets are available or cash only at the door.

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  57. 8:30 PM

    Telenovela Improv

    Mockingbird Improv · Liberty Station

    Telenovela Improv is a comedic improv performance inspired by the dramatic style of telenovelas, hosted at Mockingbird Improv. The show runs from 8:30pm to 9:45pm on Friday night. It follows the earlier Radio 47 show the same evening.

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  65. 9:00 PM

    Karaoke Party Fridays

    Main Tap Tavern · Other / unknown

    Every Friday night starting at 9pm, Main Tap Tavern hosts a Karaoke Party running through last call to kick off the weekend. Guests are invited to sing their hearts out in a fun, party atmosphere.

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  67. 9:30 PM

    Karaoke

    Winston's · San Diego

    A late-night karaoke session at Winston's starting at 9:30 PM on Friday. Guests are invited to take the mic and sing their favorites.

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Afternoon 26

  1. 12:00 PM

    TABLE: ALPHA Project

    Vista Library · Vista

    Alpha Project is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) human services organization that serves over 4,000 men, women, and children each day. Services offered include affordable housing, residential substance abuse treatment, supportive housing for people with special needs, basic and emergency…

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  4. 1:00 PM

    Crest Craft Circle

    Crest Library · El Cajon

    Bring your own craft or make something at the library! We have supplies available, and we can teach you the basics. Or, join us to share your skills. Socialize or have a quiet place away from home to get some crafting done.

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  5. 1:00 PM

    Beading & Jewelry Club

    Valley Center Library · Valley Center

    Join us on Friday afternoons from 1:00–4:00 pm to explore the art of beading and jewelry-making with instructor, LaDawna Williams. Bring your current projects and creative ideas—some beads and supplies will be provided. Discover how fun and rewarding beading can be! Open to all…

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  9. 2:00 PM

    Feeling Fit Club

    Alpine Library · Alpine

    The Feeling Fit Club is a FREE functional fitness program for older adults focusing on aerobic endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance to maintain independence. All levels are welcome! sponsored by Aging & Independence Services, County of San Diego Health and Human…

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  15. On view · Fri, Sep 25 – Sat, Oct 3

    Blahktoberfest

    Blind Lady Ale House · San Diego

    Nine days of Oktoberfest-style celebration featuring festbiers from breweries like Paulaner, Wayfinder, Sierra Nevada, and many more, plus brat pizzas, brats, beer cheese fries, and keeper mugs. Beer selection varies across the nine days.

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  17. 3:00 PM

    Paint n' Sip: Fingerpainting Fun!

    Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library · Cardiff-by-the-Sea

    At this painting session, kids can create a masterpiece with fingerpaints, and sip from one of their choices of juice boxes! Ages 3-12; please be sure that your child is in clothing that will be allowed to get messy. No sign-up is required, but supplies will be limited. This…

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  18. 3:00 PM

    Happy Hour @ Tamarindo Del Mar

    Tamarindo Del Mar · Del Mar

    Happy Hour, Happier Than Ever! Join us Monday–Friday from 3–5PM for our expanded Happy Hour menu — now with even more bites and sips to love. Join Tamarindo Del Mar for happy hour specials! Specials include: *Double margs for the price of a single* Make your marg a caddy! +$3…

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  20. 3:00 PM

    ESL English classes/ Clases de Ingles

    Encinitas Library · Encinitas

    Laubach Literacy Council of San Diego, in partnership with the County library, is offering English classes. All materials are provided. Space is limited. Please reach out to the library for registration. Laubach Literacy Council of San Diego en alianza con la Biblioteca del…

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  24. 4:00 PM

    Monarch Ocean Pub - Christian Taylor

    Monarch Ocean Pub · Del Mar

    Kick back and soak in the sounds of Christian Taylor on 9/25 inside the Monarch Ocean Pub. Can’t make it? Enjoy live music at Monarch Ocean Pub every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Don’t miss the perfect blend of great tunes and ocean views.

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Morning 31

  2. 9:00 AM

    Gentle Yoga

    Lemon Grove Library · Lemon Grove

    This program features exercises done seated and standing and is a great way to burn calories, reduce stress, increase endurance, build core strength, and feel better overall. This event takes place every Friday at 9am. This is before the library opens, please come to the front…

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  3. 10:00 AM

    Tai Chi

    Poway Library · Poway

    Introductory Tai Chi classes with instructor, Patty Bozorgchami. The graceful movement and meditation helps with balance and breathing.

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  4. 10:00 AM

    Tots and Blocks

    San Marcos Library · San Marcos

    Bring your little ones for play time at the library! Children 0-5 and their caregivers are encouraged to play with the toys provided by the library. *Toys only available during Tots and Blocks. This program is generously sponsored by the San Marcos Friends of the Library.

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  6. 10:00 AM

    Buck-A-Bag Booksale

    Valley Center Library · Valley Center

    Fill your bag with books of your choice (4-5 books a bag) and pay only $1. You can find the Buck-A-Bag sale tables in the library, near the bookstore. Come, browse, and buy! All sales help support the Valley Center Library. For more information about the Friends of the Valley…

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  7. 10:00 AM

    Drop-In Tech Help

    Fletcher Hills Library · El Cajon

    Would you like to learn how to access the San Diego County Library's vast collection of Ebooks, Eaudiobooks, Emagazines and newspapers? Come on by the Fletcher Hills Library every Friday from 10a.m. - 11a.m. and library staff can assist you.

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  8. 10:00 AM

    Cribbage

    Poway Library · Poway

    Join us for a fun and friendly game of Cribbage . Bring your own board if you have one. All levels are welcome. Instructions will be provided.

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  10. 10:00 AM

    50% off Encore Bookstore Sale

    Vista Library · Vista

    Friends of the Vista Library Encore Book Store: All books, CDs, and DVDs are 1/2 price. Cash and card accepted. The Friends of the Vista Library, which is comprised of volunteers, is an independent non-profit organization, which, through processing item donations, running the…

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  11. 10:00 AM

    Chinese Mahjong Meetup

    Alpine Library · Alpine

    Join us once a week for Chinese mahjong from 10 a.m. - noon in the Alpine Library Community Room. Adults of all skill levels are welcome to play. No registration required. Bring your Mahjong set, if you have one.

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  12. 10:00 AM

    American Red Cross Blood Drive

    Encinitas Library · Encinitas

    To schedule an appointment please sign up online at www.redcrossblood.org and enter: SDLibrary or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767 Photo ID Required to Donate Want to know if you are eligible to donate? Call the Red Cross Donor Support Center at 1-866-236-3276 Streamline…

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  16. 10:30 AM

    Cyber Seniors - Tech Help Class

    San Marcos Library · San Marcos

    Cyber-Seniors provides FREE technology support and training for older adults. Sign up for classes online, ask staff for assistance or call us at 760-891-3012. Walk-ins welcome! Please bring any questions or devices you'd like training on. If you need passwords please remember…

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  17. 10:30 AM

    Baby Storytime

    Imperial Beach Library · Imperial Beach

    Enjoy songs, fingerplays and short stories for your littlest ones. Geared for pre-walkers 0-18 months and their caregivers. Followed by play time, with age appropriate toys for babies 0-18 months.

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  18. 10:30 AM

    Baby Storytime

    Alpine Library · Alpine

    Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme, and repetition. Plan on a fifteen-minute program with time for baby and caregiver socializing afterwards. Geared toward pre-walkers.

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  24. 10:30 AM

    Senior Nutrition Program

    Jacumba Library · Jacumba

    Join us for Adult lunches every Friday at 10am. San Ysidro Health’s East County Senior Nutrition Program provides fresh frozen, nutritious lunches for adults ages 60 and older in the rural Mountain Empire Area. .

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  28. 11:00 AM

    Tech Help

    Rancho San Diego Library · El Cajon

    Need help with your email? Struggling to navigate a website? New to using a smartphone or tablet? Come to the Rancho San Diego Library for technology assistance ! We’re experienced with tech problem-solving and are eager to assist you ! No reservation required. Walk-Ins welcome!

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  30. 11:00 AM

    Tai Chi

    Lemon Grove Library · Lemon Grove

    Join us to experience the art of Tai Chi in a calm and welcoming setting. Through slow, controlled movements, Tai Chi can enhance balance, strength, flexibility, and mobility. All skill levels are encouraged to participate.

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All day / time TBD 35

  4. All day

    National Comedy Theatre Improv Show

    National Comedy Theatre · Other / unknown

    The National Comedy Theatre hosts its recurring improv comedy show on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. This long-running San Diego institution features live unscripted comedy performed by a cast of improvisers. No two shows are alike, making it a fresh experience each visit.

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  5. All day

    Vinyl Nights

    Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar · San Diego

    Every Friday evening this fall, the Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar hosts a vinyl-only listening experience featuring timeless classics, soulful tracks, and lounge favorites. Guests can enjoy handcrafted cocktails and light bites by the fireplace as live vinyl sets the…

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  7. All day

    Digital Fridays/ Viernes Digitales

    Borrego Springs Library · Borrego Springs

    Would you like help downloading the latest magazines, ebooks, and audiobooks for free? Do you need assistance using the Libby app on your new phone or tablet? Stop by and receive help from library staff on the use of the library's many free and fun digital resources. Bring your…

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  19. On view · Fri, Sep 25 – Sun, Oct 18

    Topdog/Underdog

    The Old Globe · San Diego

    The Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Suzan-Lori Parks about two brothers battling for survival, described as crackling with gritty humor and tension. Directed by Steve H. Broadnax III. Runs late September through mid-October 2026.

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Ongoing / On view 101

  1. On view · through Sun, Nov 15

    Farm to Craft

    Mingei International Museum · San Diego

    An entry-level exhibition at the Mingei International Museum drawn from its permanent collection, exploring the global significance of grains as both a source of sustenance and an inspiration for human creativity and craft.

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  2. On view · through Sun, Nov 1

    To Catch a Fish

    Mingei International Museum · San Diego

    An exhibition at the Mingei International Museum featuring over sixty works of craft and art related to fishing, exploring both utilitarian fishing objects and the deep cultural relationship between people and fish.

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  4. On view · through Sun, Jan 10

    Cecil Beaton's Fashionable World

    San Diego Museum of Art · San Diego

    The first exhibition dedicated to the multifaceted career of Cecil Beaton (1904–1980) — photographer, fashion illustrator, Oscar-winning costume designer, and writer — showcasing his extraordinary influence on both British and American creative scenes in the twentieth century.

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  26. On view · through Thu, Dec 31

    Deep Sky

    Fleet Science Center · San Diego

    An IMAX experience at the Fleet Science Center showcasing the breathtaking images captured by NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, journeying to the beginning of time, newly discovered cosmic landscapes, and distant exoplanets.

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  27. On view · through Thu, Dec 31

    2026 Grand Culinary Series

    Fairmont Grand Del Mar · San Diego

    Fairmont Grand Del Mar presents a year-long series of immersive culinary and spirits events, including expert-led tastings and paired dining experiences. The series is designed to highlight world-class hospitality alongside passion for flavor in a scenic canyon setting. Specific…

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  28. On view · through Sat, Jan 2

    Learn English with Laubach

    Vista Library · Vista

    APRENDE INGLÉS (¡según tu horario!) Clases de inglés gratuitas para adultos Para más información llame al (760) 812-4243. LEARN ENGLISH (on your schedule!) Free English Lessons for Adults For more information call (760) 812-4243. LAUBACH LITERACY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY

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  29. On view · through Fri, Oct 9

    Lost Wolves of Yellowstone

    Fleet Science Center · San Diego

    An exhibition at the Fleet Science Center uncovering one of the most daring wildlife experiments in American history — the reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone National Park after a 50-year absence, told through long-lost 16mm archival footage.

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  31. On view · through Fri, Oct 9

    Horse Power

    Fleet Science Center · San Diego

    An epic IMAX film at the Fleet Science Center that travels the globe to celebrate the extraordinary bond between humans and horses, exploring how these remarkable animals have shaped human history and culture.

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  47. On view · through Thu, Apr 1

    Sunset Sail

    Venue not listed · San Diego

    A sailing experience departing at sunset, offered as an ongoing activity through April 2027. Ideal for visitors looking to enjoy San Diego's coastline from the water.

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  53. On view · through Thu, Dec 31

    ALL-NEW Shark Encounter

    Venue not listed · San Diego

    A brand-new Shark Encounter exhibit or experience has opened at a San Diego attraction and is available through December 31, 2026. No additional details are provided beyond the title and dates.

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  54. On view · through Thu, Dec 31

    Petco Park Tours

    Petco Park · San Diego

    Guided tours of Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres, are available through December 31, 2026. Visitors can explore the ballpark and learn about its history.

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  56. On view · through Thu, Apr 1

    Midday Sail

    Venue not listed · San Diego

    A midday sailing experience available from August 2026 through April 2027. No additional details about the vessel or meeting point were listed on the page.

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  60. On view · through Thu, Dec 31

    ALL-NEW Shark Encounter

    San Diego · San Diego

    A brand-new shark encounter experience at a San Diego attraction, running through the end of 2026. Details beyond the title and dates are not provided on this page.

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  61. On view · through Thu, Dec 31

    Sparkling Sunshine & Wine!

    Venue not listed · San Diego

    A wine-themed event or recurring experience called Sparkling Sunshine & Wine runs from August through December 2026. The listing suggests a festive, celebratory atmosphere centered around wine. No venue or specific details are provided on this page.

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  65. On view · through Thu, Dec 31

    Candy Land Cafe!

    Venue not listed · San Diego

    An event or pop-up experience themed around the classic Candy Land board game, running through the end of 2026. No venue or further details are given on this listing page.

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  75. On view · through Thu, Apr 1

    Elephant Valley Now Open

    Venue not listed · San Diego

    Elephant Valley is a newly opened attraction or exhibit running from August 29, 2026 through April 1, 2027. No venue or further details about the nature of the experience were provided on this page.

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  76. On view · through Sun, Jan 31

    California Tower Tours

    Venue not listed · San Diego

    Guided tours of the historic California Tower in Balboa Park, available from August 29, 2026 through January 31, 2027. This is an ongoing ticketed attraction offering views from one of San Diego's most iconic landmarks. No pricing details were listed on this page.

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  78. On view · through Wed, Sep 30

    September Scavenger Hunt

    Crest Library · El Cajon

    Find all 9 pictures hiding in the Crest library and claim a prize! Youngsters, kids, teens, and families are encouraged to visit the library to find them all! Scavenger hunt images will change monthly with different themes and hiding places.

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  81. On view · through Wed, Sep 30

    September Videogaming at Crest

    Crest Library · El Cajon

    It's not just books at the library: Crest has videogames for patrons to enjoy, too! Visit Crest during its open hours and ask the front desk staff for access to the original Xbox One or Nintendo Switch. Please be mindful of others who also want a turn!

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  83. On view · through Sun, Oct 18

    Begin Again: A New Musical

    The Old Globe · San Diego

    A new musical based on the film written and directed by John Carney, featuring music and lyrics by Pat Monahan and the band Train. Two unlikely dreamers discover that music has the power to change everything in a city alive with possibility. Directed by Lorin Latarro with…

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  90. On view · through Sun, Dec 27

    Weekend Brunch

    Venue not listed · San Diego

    A recurring weekend brunch event series running from September 12 through December 27, 2026 in San Diego. No venue or additional details are listed on this page.

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  92. On view · through Sun, Oct 11

    A Black-billed Cuckoo

    La Jolla Playhouse · San Diego

    A world-premiere play by Mat Smart set over 24 hours in Brooklyn's Prospect Park, where a close-knit birding group is thrown into chaos when some members spot the rare black-billed cuckoo and others don't. Directed by Shelley Butler, this quiet comedy explores healing, wonder,…

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  95. On view · through Sat, Oct 31

    Howl-O-Scream San Diego

    Belmont Park · Mission Beach

    Howl-O-Scream returns to Belmont Park with a frightening Halloween experience featuring haunted attractions and scare zones. The event runs through October 31, 2026.

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  97. On view · through Sat, Oct 31

    Howl-O-Scream San Diego

    San Diego · San Diego

    A Halloween scare event at a San Diego theme park running from late September through October 31. Expect haunted houses, scare zones, and nighttime thrills.

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