Family in San Diego on Friday, October 30, 2026

39 events across 26 venues in San Diego County on Friday, October 30, 2026. Updated nightly from venue calendars and ticketing sites.

Evening 1

Afternoon 5

  5. 3:30 PM

    Luminary Haunted House Craft

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

    Join us as we'll color and craft our own fun and spooky luminary haunted house to take home! For ages 3-12; no sign-up is required, but supplies will be limited---please arrive on time. This craft is sponsored by the Friends of the Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library.

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Morning 17

  1. 8:00 AM

    Zombie Crawl and Trick or Treat

    Garnet Avenue · San Diego

    A Halloween-themed event on Garnet Avenue where participants of all ages can shamble along in zombie costume and kids can trick-or-treat at businesses in the district. The trick-or-treating portion runs from 4pm to 8pm on Friday, October 30th, 2026.

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  2. 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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  3. 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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  7. 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. 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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  11. 10:30 AM

    Preschool Storytime: Halloween Theme

    Santee Library · Santee

    Join us for a Halloween themed storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, playtime and fun in the library! Costumes encouraged! 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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  13. 10:30 AM

    Storytime!

    San Diego County Library · Other / unknown

    Join us for fun storytime morning for all ages with stories, movement, and songs at The Busy Bee! *Please note, while Storytime provided by the Fallbrook Library is free and does not require paid admission to The Busy Bee, playtime is not included and is subject to Busy Bee…

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All day / time TBD 1

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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  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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  14. 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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  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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