Family in San Diego on Saturday, October 24, 2026

33 events across 23 venues in San Diego County on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Updated nightly from venue calendars and ticketing sites.

Afternoon 6

  2. 1:00 PM

    Valley Center Fiddle Club

    Valley Center Library · Valley Center

    Learn to play the violin and fiddle! All ages welcome. Suzuki method & classical technique with some old-time fiddling thrown in for fun! For more info, contact instructor Jamaica Rafael Dieter by calling 818-554-0744 or via email at jamaicadieter@gmail.com. Classically trained…

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Morning 10

  3. 10:00 AM

    Bag O' Books Sale

    El Cajon Library · El Cajon

    Join us for another monthly 'Bag of Books' event; exactly what it sounds like. Fill up a bag with as many books as you can for only $3! All proceeds benefit the Friends of the El Cajon Library. Cash Only.

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  4. 10:30 AM

    Halloween Carnival

    Poway Library · Poway

    The National Charity League will host the annual Halloween Carnival at the Poway Library. Celebrate Halloween with carnival games and a haunted hallway. Kids aged 10 and younger are encouraged to come in costume.

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  8. 11:00 AM

    Full STEAM Ahead: Pour Painting

    Del Mar Library · Del Mar

    Sign up to mix, pour, and create your own colorful masterpiece! You will experiment with paint and oil materials to see how different liquids interact, flow, and create unique patterns. Learn about the science of art, fluids, and color mixing while making your own unique piece!…

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  10. 11:30 AM

    Saturday Family Movie Matinee

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

    Spend some family time together watching a movie with us in our air-conditioned community room. Popcorn and juice boxes will also be available. We'll be showing either a Hot.Right.Now. title or a popular childrens' film! Please call the library for the planned movie title.…

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All day / time TBD 2

  2. All day

    Pumpkin Decorating Contest

    El Cajon Library · El Cajon

    Community Pumpkin Decorating Contest One entry per person. Pumpkins MUST be fully decorated when dropped off at library. No lit flame/fire. Customers MUST take their pumpkin home after the event or library will dispose of it. Enter to win in one of these categories: Best…

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Ongoing / On view 15

  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  11. 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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  12. 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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  15. On view · Thu, Oct 15 – Sat, Nov 7

    Ofrendas Communitarias │Community Ofrendas

    Vista Library · Vista

    Community Altars: The community is invited to reserve a 2'x2' space to build an altar. 10 cubbies available, speak to staff to reserve. For public health and safety reasons, please no food items or lit candles. Installations begin Oct. 15th. All materials must be picked up by…

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