Family in San Diego on Friday, October 9, 2026

37 events across 24 venues in San Diego County on Friday, October 9, 2026. Updated nightly from venue calendars and ticketing sites.

Afternoon 7

12:00 PM
BRIDGE
Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach
Join us for Bridge- Tuesdays and Fridays from 12 to 2PM.
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1:45 PM
Free Afterschool Snacks for kids| Bocadillos Gratis para Niños despues de escuela
Spring Valley Library · Spring Valley
Free meal available for kids age 17 and younger Monday through Friday. Provided in partnership with Heaven's Windows. First come, first served while supplies last. Un almuerzo gratis y nutrivo para niños menores de 17 años durante el verano. Proporsionado por Heaven’s Windows.…
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2:00 PM
Community Health and Wellness Clinic Sponsored by Live Well San Diego
Spring Valley Library · Spring Valley
Join the Community Health and Wellness Clinic movement at the Spring Valley Library, sponsored by Live Well San Diego. Free blood pressure and blood glucose screenings, health education, vaccines, self-sufficiency services, behavioral health resources and more will be available…
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2:30 PM
Adult Mahjong
Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach
Open play for different levels of experience. Supplies provided, first come first serve.
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2:30 PM
Love on a Leash
Poway Library · Poway
Read to dogs with Love on a Leash. This program is geared toward children ages 6-10.
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3:30 PM
Children Craft
Campo-Morena Village Library · Campo
Join us to make a fun craft & DIY for children
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3:30 PM
Art Club with Miss Wendy
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library · Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Kids in grades K-6th are invited to a clay art class, led by Miss Wendy. In this class, children will learn to create a cute scarecrow in a field of pumpkins, learning hands-on techniques of sculpting and shaping. Registration is required as we can only accommodate up to 20…
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Morning 15

10:00 AM
Toddler Time
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library · Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Enjoy an open sensory play program with your toddler or preschooler with play-doh, blocks, sensory sand, shakers, and more!
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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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10:30 AM
Toddler Circle Time
El Cajon Library · El Cajon
Join us for songs, rhymes, and socializing for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. All ages welcome!
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10:30 AM
Preschool Play
Poway Library · Poway
Music and early learning activities for toddlers and preschoolers.
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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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10:30 AM
Baby Playtime
Ramona Library · Ramona
Join us for Baby Playtime! Time for bonding and socializing. For pre-walkers.
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10:30 AM
Dance Party
Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach
Join us for a fun dance party in the Children's area. All children are welcome. For toddlers 18 months - 3 years old. Together let's shake our sillies, row the boat, and more!
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10:30 AM
Baby Storytime!
4S Ranch Library · San Diego
Calling all caregivers & babies! Come and join us for books, songs, fingerplays & fun! This is a twenty minute Storytime with 20 or so minutes of play time to follow!
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10:30 AM
Preschool Story Time
Valley Center Library · Valley Center
Join us on Fridays for stories, songs, and crafts. Geared for children aged 3-5 years.
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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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10:30 AM
Family Play Time
Del Mar Library · Del Mar
Little ones and their caregivers can socialize with one another while playing with educational toys at the library.
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10:30 AM
Free Play Friday!
Julian Library · Julian
Join us at 10:30 to explore, learn, and play with a variety of sensory and educational toys and activities.
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10:30 AM
Preschool Storytime
Santee Library · Santee
Join us for stories, songs, playtime and fun in the library! Preschool storytime focuses on building early reading skills, learning to follow directions, and enjoying social time. Geared towards ages 3-5.
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11:00 AM
Storytime
Bonita-Sunnyside Library · Bonita
Join us on Fridays at 11:00 am for stories and songs.
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11:30 AM
Sensory-Friendly Storytime
San Marcos Library · San Marcos
Join us for an inclusive storytime designed for children who benefit from a sensory-friendly environment. Each session features themed stories, hands-on activities and opportunities for exploration. Geared for ages 1-3, but all ages are welcome. This program will be co-lead by a…
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All day / time TBD 1

All day
Emergency Food Pantry
Jacumba Library · Jacumba
Visit the library's emergency food pantry during open hours Tuesday thru Saturday.
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Ongoing / On view 14

On view · through Sat, Mar 6
LEGO® Galaxy NOW OPEN at LEGOLAND® California
LEGOLAND® California · Carlsbad
A new LEGO Galaxy themed area has opened at LEGOLAND California, offering immersive space-themed rides and attractions. The attraction is available through March 6, 2027.
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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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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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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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On view · through Sat, Oct 31
Beachside Fall Fest at Belmont Park
Belmont Park · Mission Beach
A fall festival at Belmont Park along the beach, running from September 10 through October 31, 2026. The seasonal event celebrates autumn with activities at the iconic amusement park.
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On view · through Sun, Nov 1
SeaWorld San Diego's Halloween Spooktacular
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
SeaWorld San Diego hosts its Halloween Spooktacular seasonal event from September 11 through November 1, 2026. The family-friendly event features Halloween-themed activities at the park.
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On view · through Sat, Oct 31
Howl-O-Scream San Diego
Venue not listed · San Diego
A seasonal Halloween scare event at a San Diego attraction running from September 11 through October 31, 2026. No venue address or ticket pricing is given on this page.
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On view · through Sun, Nov 1
The Count's Halloween Spooktacular
Venue not listed · San Diego
A Halloween-themed event series running from September 12 through November 1, 2026 in San Diego. No venue or specific time details are listed on this page.
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On view · through Sun, Nov 1
Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND® California Resort
LEGOLAND® California Resort · Carlsbad
LEGOLAND California Resort hosts its annual Halloween-themed event, Brick or Treat, featuring trick-or-treating, LEGO builds, and family-friendly spooky fun. The event runs through November 1, 2026.
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On view · Thu, Oct 1 – Sat, Oct 31
October Explore, Learn, and Play
Crest Library · El Cajon
Bring your young children to explore, learn, and play at the Crest branch in the children's area free play space. We provide a variety of sensory and educational toys and activities.
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On view · Thu, Oct 1 – Sat, Oct 31
October Scavenger Hunt: Creepy Crawlies!
Imperial Beach Library · Imperial Beach
Can you find all the bugs, spiders, worms, and other other ground dwelling organisms hiding in our children’s area? Find all them all and win a small prize. For children ages 4-12. While supplies last; one prize per day.
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On view · Thu, Oct 1 – Sat, Oct 31
October 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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On view · Thu, Oct 1 – Sat, Oct 31
October Community Puzzle
Crest Library · El Cajon
Visit the Crest branch to help work on or start a community puzzle!
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On view · Thu, Oct 1 – Sat, Oct 31
October 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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