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Kids Free San Diego
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-31 | San Diego, San Diego, CA
OCTOBER 1-31, 2023
During the entire month of October, kids 12 and under receive free admission with a paid adult to more than 60 of San Diego County’s favorite museums, historic sites, aquariums, gardens and more. Many are even free for the whole family!
Visit the San Diego Museum Council website to download and save the Kids Free coupon at your favorite attractions.
Participating attractions include:

Birch Aquarium at Scripps
California Surf Museum
Comic-Con Museum
Fleet Science Center
Japanese Friendship Garden
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Living Coast Discovery Center
Maritime Museum of San Diego
Museum of Making Music
New Children’s Museum
San Diego Air & Space Museum
USS Midway Museum
and lots more!

Spooktacular Golf at Camelot Golfland
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-31 | Camelot Golfland, 3200 Carpenter Avenue, Anaheim, CA, 92806, United States
October 1-31, 2025
Camelot Golfland transforms to a spooktacular attraction. Play mini golf amid festive lights and decorations.
No additional cost, just regular mini golf pricing.

Eco Expo at the Costa Mesa Sanitary District
2025-10-01 14:00 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Costa Mesa Sanitary District, 290 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Discover practical ways to live green at CMSD’s 4th Annual Eco Expo. Visitors can explore interactive booths, meet environmental experts, and pick up eco-smart gardening tips. The event also features demos and activities for all ages, making sustainability fun and accessible.
Event is free.

Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach, CA
October 3-5, 2025
Huntington Beach becomes the stage for one of the biggest airshows in the world as the Pacific Airshow® is back for a three-day spectacle. Since 2016, this event has drawn millions to the sand for jaw-dropping aerobatic demonstrations from the world’s top pilots and teams.
Beyond the skies, the beach transforms into a festival with live music, signing sessions with performers, beach bars, food, and nonstop entertainment for all ages, a Southern California’s signature fall event.

Tustin Tiller Days Festival & Parade
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Columbus Tustin Park, 17522 Beneta Way, Tustin, CA, 92780
October 3-5, 2025
Join the City of Tustin for Tustin Tiller Days for the annual parade on the streets of Old Town Tustin. Plus, carnival rides, live entertainment, vendors, brewfest, and more.
Admission is free. Ride wristbands and ticket can be purchased at the event.

California Avocado Festival in Carpinteria
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Downtown Carpinteria, 800 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA, 93013
Friday–Sunday, October 3–5, 2025
The 39th California Avocado Festival returns to downtown Carpinteria with three full days of guacamole fun! This beloved community tradition features more than 60 bands across three stages, over 50 arts & crafts and commercial vendors, and 15 food vendors.
Kick off the weekend with Friday’s Locals Block Party, then enjoy live music, family fun, and delicious eats all weekend long. Don’t miss the Glowcado Groove on Saturday at the Youth Stage from 4:30–5:45 p.m., a dance party packed with music, lights for the kids.

Greek Festival in Los Angeles
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Saint Sophia Cathedral, 1324 S. Normandie Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Friday-Sunday, October 3-5, 2025
The LA Greek Fest returns for a three-day celebration of authentic cuisine, wine, music, dancing, and cultural traditions. Hosted on the grounds of the historic Saint Sophia Cathedral, the festival welcomes over 15,000 guests each year and supports both the cathedral and its surrounding community.
Highlights include:

Friday Night Happy Hour specials
A Saturday Latin band performance adding local flavor to the celebration
A Kids Zone filled with games and activities
The Heritage Culture Center inside The Huffington, showcasing Greek costumes, food, and exhibits
Dozens of vendors offering Greek foods, handmade items, candles, and more
Hourly cathedral tours of one of LA’s most stunning landmarks

Free parking with shuttle service is available.

Carved at Descanso Gardens
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-30 | Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, 91011
October 3-30, 2025
Carved is a family-friendly event where you will be enchanted by luminous jack-o’- lanterns, fall foliage, and whimsical displays. There will also be an art installation and the Descanso Railroad will be specially lit.
Tickets: $30-45 for non-members.

Adventure City's Boo-Tastic Halloween Party in Anaheim
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-31 | Adventure City, 1238 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, Ca
Select Dates, October 3-31, 2025
Enjoy 11 exciting rides, walk through the “Trick-or-Treat Street” for free candy and trinkets, enter the Cosmic Vortex Tunnel, ride the Halloween themed Express Train, go on a Halloween Scavenger Hunt, get free glow accessories, join the Spooktacular Dance Party, and show your Halloween spirit!
Eight nights only: October 3rd, 10th, 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th, 30th, 31st, 2025
Event takes places from 5:30-9:30pm.
Tickets for this special event are $37.95 per person.

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DCOM: Live! (Disney Channel Hits) at Irvine Barclay Theatre
2025-10-03 07:30 - 19:30 | Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Dr., Irvine, CA, 92612
Friday, October 3, 2025
Step into a night of nostalgia with DCOM: Live! – a high-energy tribute concert to Disney Channel Original Movies. Broadway-caliber vocalists and a live band bring hits from High School Musical, Camp Rock, The Cheetah Girls, Descendants, and more to the stage.
The show also features a special guest appearance by Drew Seeley, known as the singing voice of Troy Bolton in High School Musical and co-writer of “Get’cha Head in the Game.” Fans can sing along, relive iconic choreography, and celebrate Disney Channel favorites in this one-night-only event.

Science Showtime at Golden West College
2025-10-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Golden West College, 15744 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach
Friday, October 3, 2025
The Rotary Club of Huntington Beach and Golden West College present Science Nite, a free hands-on event designed to spark curiosity and excitement for kids and families. This isn’t your typical classroom lesson—guests can dive into interactive exhibits and experiments that bring science to life.
Highlights include:

Collecting DNA samples
See animals and zoology labs
Controlling a robot
Making slime and creating exploding gummy bears
Studying bones, cells, and more with microscopes and skeletons
Generating electricity and testing fun physics experiments

With activities for ages 5–17, this event blends education and play, giving kids the chance to explore science in a memorable, engaging way.
Event is free.

Noche Latina at Renaissance High School for the Arts in Long Beach
2025-10-03 17:00 - 21:00 | Renaissance High School for the Arts, 235 E. 8th St., Long Beach, CA
Friday, October 3, 2025
The evening features food and arts & crafts vendors, a lowrider and classic car show, and live performances.
Dance the night away with a live DJ and lessons, play games of lotería, or snap a photo in the booth. Families can enjoy a bounce house, piñatas, face painting, and art activities for the kids, while also exploring the community resource fair.
This vibrant celebration of heritage is open to all ages and promises fun, food, and festivities for the whole family.
Event is free.

Movie in the Park: Lilo & Stitch in Corona Del Mar
2025-10-03 18:00 | Irvine Terrace Park, 721 Evita Dr., Corona Del Mar, CA, 92625
Friday, October 3, 2025
Bring family, friends and neighbors out to Irvine Terrace Park to enjoy some fresh air, free popcorn, free candy, free activities, and a live screening of “Lilo and Stitch”. The event begins at 6:00 p.m. around dusk.
Remember to bring a chair, blanket, or towel for comfortable sitting during the movie.
Event is free.

Mid-Autumn Moon Celebration at The Huntington
2025-10-03 18:30 - 2025-10-05 21:30 | The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, 91108
October 3-5, 2025
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with an evening in the Chinese Garden illuminated by glowing paper lanterns. Visitors can enjoy cultural performances and seasonal traditions in a setting that highlights the beauty of the harvest moon.

Scaredown in Downtown Torrance
2025-10-04 | Downtown Torrance
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Downtown Torrance transforms for a Halloween festival filled with live bands, a DJ, games, contests, Trunk or Treat, and a vibrant vendor marketplace. This community event features spooky attractions, scavenger hunt, tarot readers, and family-friendly crafts.
Special guest Sean Cassidy, son of Addams Family actor Ted Cassidy, will bring a touch of classic TV horror history to the night. Families can explore the new Spooky Trails from 4–7 p.m. with themed rooms, character appearances, and costumed pets, while older guests can return after 7:30 p.m. for a haunted maze with scarier thrills.
Event is free.

Rare Books LA at Union Station
2025-10-04 | Union Station Los Angeles, 800 N Alameda St., Los Angeles
Saturday & Sunday, October 4-5, 2025
Rare Books LA returns with a monstrous selection of antiquarian books, maps, fine prints, and more. This year’s fair celebrates Guillermo Del Toro’s upcoming Frankenstein with themed highlights and free talks on Mary Shelley’s classic.
Over 50 exhibitors from around the world will fill Union Station’s Ticket Concourse with rare first editions and historical treasures.
Tickets $11.40-40

Autumn Festival at San Diego Zoo Safari Park
2025-10-04 | San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido
Weekends, October 1-26, 2025
Celebrate the season of color with live entertainment, wildlife encounters, and family fun at Safari Park’s annual Autumn Festival. From interactive shows to toe-tapping music, there’s something for everyone throughout the day.
Highlights include:

Safari Parker Shows – Fun facts and storytelling about burrowing owls.
Autumn Festival Jamboree – A lively scarecrow-led country dance party.
Not-So-Scary Scarecrows – Juggling, tricks, and laughs for kids.
A-MAZE-ing Autumn Adventure – A walk-through maze with Southwest wildlife clues.
Live Music – Performances from Ash Meadows and The Barn Owls.
Reflections Lantern Ceremony – A glowing, musical finale at the lagoon.

Plus, enjoy seasonal food and the Safari Park’s very own radio station with trivia and conservation stories all day long.
*Plus, kids receive free admission throughout October. One adult with a valid form of admission can bring up to 5 children (ages 11 and younger).

Pumpkin Palooza | Discovery Cube OC
2025-10-04 - 2025-10-26 | Discovery Cube – Orange County, 2500 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, CA, 92705
Weekends, October 4–26, 2025
Discovery Cube Orange County’s fourth annual Pumpkin Palooza, presented by OC Waste & Recycling, returns with two floors of spooky science and sustainable fun.
Families can explore the new interactive Pumpkin Path maze, experiment with glowing slime, and learn hands-on lessons about composting and eco-friendly living. Join a high-energy dance party hosted by Jack-o-Lynn, the giant, 20-foot-tall DJ pumpkin spinning Halloween hits and today’s top tunes.
Highlights include:

NEW! Interactive Pumpkin Path maze and sustainability lessons
NEW! Healthy Kitchen with composting and food waste demos
Boo’s Bumper Cars and Pumpkinology 101
Glow-in-the-dark slime, marble runs, and science experiments
Photo ops with the life-size pumpkin house
Pumpkin Palooza Dance Party with DJ Jack-o-Lynn

Tickets:
– $37 adults (ages 15+)
– $34 children (ages 3-14)
– $10 day parking permit
– Includes general admission and Pumpkin Palooza admission

HalGLOWeen at San Diego Zoo
2025-10-04 - 2025-10-26 | San Diego Zoo, 920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, 92101
Fridays–Sundays, October 4-26, 2025
The San Diego Zoo lights up the night with its HalGLOWeen celebration, a glowing Halloween adventure filled with music, acrobatics, and animal encounters.
Dance along Front Street with the Boo Crew and DJ Front Street, explore Python Path after dark, and watch The Glow-Go’s singing pumpkin show at Wildlife Explorers Basecamp.
Kids can meet spooky (but friendly) creatures, laugh along with Dr. Zoolittle’s Tricks & Treats, and enjoy neon performances like The Spider’s W.E.B. and the Spooky Revue.
Kids (11 and under) free in October.

Pumpkin Express at Pacific Southwest Railway Museum in Campo
2025-10-04 | Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, 750 Depot St., Campo, CA, 91906
Weekends, October 4-26, 2025
Ride decorated vintage railcars through the San Diego back country. After the train returns to the museum grounds, passengers head to the Display Building to enjoy pumpkin decorating, outdoor pumpkin patch, and collection of Halloween scenes and haunted train cars.
Pumpkins included in the purchase of every toddler and child ticket. Costumes encouraged.

Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair
2025-10-04 - 2025-10-05 | Manhattan Beach
October 4-5, 2025
Enjoy live music and performances across multiple stages, explore arts and crafts booths, and cheer on local talent in the Community Showcase. Families can visit Kid Country with a petting zoo, pony rides, games, and face painting. Food lovers will find dozens of nonprofit-run booths serving everything from tacos to burgers, along with a dedicated beverage stand, plus beer and wine gardens for adults.

The Tamagotchi USA Road Trip at Irvine Spectrum
2025-10-04 - 2025-10-05 | Irvine Spectrum Center, 670 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine
October 4–5, 2025
Tamagotchi fans, it’s time to gather your virtual pets because the brand’s first-ever USA Road Trip is pulling into Irvine! Fresh off the launch of the all-new Tamagotchi Paradise, this pop-up tour is bringing colorful fun and interactive play zones for fans of all ages.
Highlights include:

Tamagotchi Shop – Tour-exclusive merch and the brand-new Tamagotchi Paradise device.
Photo Ops – Step into the Tamagotchi world with dimensional characters and décor.
Lab Tama Station – Try the latest Tamagotchi device before anyone else.
Customization Station – Decorate your Tama case with stickers, charms, and rhinestones.
History Zone – Walk through a nostalgic timeline from the ’90s to today.
Games & Fun – From silly sweep challenges to animated shorts on Tama TV.

This limited-time stop offers a playful, hands-on experience celebrating Tamagotchi’s legacy and future. Perfect for longtime fans and first-timers alike, the Road Trip is packed with surprises, creativity, and plenty of photo-ops!
Event is free.

Harvest Festival in Gardena
2025-10-04 10:00 - 13:00 | City Hall Complex – Gardena, 1700 W. 162 St., Gardena, CA, 90247
Saturday, October 4, 2025
The City of Gardena welcomes the season with its annual Harvest Festival at the City Hall Complex. Families can enjoy live entertainment, a kids zone, and get into the season with fall festivities. Music and seasonal fun will fill the morning, creating a festive celebration.
This year’s event also features a Cornhole Tournament with separate brackets for youth (ages 15 & under) and adults (ages 16 & up).
Event is free.

Battle of Dominguez Hill Reenactment in Rancho Dominguez
2025-10-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum, 18127 South Alameda Street, Rancho Dominguez, CA
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Come see a live reenactment of the Battle of Dominguez Hills. This battle was a Mexican victory against American soldiers during the Mexican-American War. This historic event welcomes vendors, a taco truck, military encampments, activities, and, of course, a battle reenactment.
All guests are welcome to learn some history about the Battle of Dominguez Hills, the Mexican-American War, and Rancho San Pedro.

Hot Wheels Legends Tour in El Segundo
2025-10-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Mattel Headquaters, 2031 E. Mariposa Ave., El Segundo, CA, 90245
Saturday, October 4, 2025
The Hot Wheels Legends Tour is back with an all-new search for a custom vehicle worthy of becoming a Hot Wheels® die-cast car. More contestants. More amazing builds. And of course, another big winner.

Great Train Show at Del Mar Fairgrounds
2025-10-04 10:00 - 2025-10-05 16:00 | Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, 92014
October 4-5, 2025
The Great Train Show is the nation’s only coast-to-coast model train show. The show is designed for the general public, modelers, hobbyists, families, and the just plain curious. Each show features hundreds of tables of trains and accessories for sale, huge operating exhibits and more.
Activities for kids include a riding train and interactive exhibits where kids can operated part of a layout or race model trains or cars.
Admission $13, kids (ages 11 and under) are free.

Enchanted Halloweekend at Discover Cube LA
2025-10-04 10:00 - 2025-10-05 17:00 | Discovery Cube – Los Angeles, 11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar, CA, 91342, United States
Weekends, October 4 – November 2, 2025
Discovery Cube LA transforms into a world of science and sorcery for Enchanted Halloweekends.
Families can enjoy themed trick-or-treat stations (with reusable Cube bags included), carnival-style games at the Magical Midway, and the Wonders of Wizardry stage show blending science with magic.
Kids can explore the Haybale Maze and brand-new Corn Maze, ride Tractor Trails, launch pumpkins from catapults, and join the costume contest each weekend.
New this year is the Mystery at the Cube escape room challenge, where glowing clues help solve the missing moonlight. Visitors can also honor loved ones at a Día de los Muertos ofrenda adorned with candles and marigolds.
Admission $17-25 per person.

Anatomy of a Skateboard at Hermosa Beach Museum
2025-10-04 11:00 | Hermosa Beach Museum, 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA, 90254
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Explore skateboard art and construction over the decades then build your own miniature board!
Participants aged 7-13 and their families can see classic boards dating from steel wheels of the ’50s to pro-boards of the ’90s, then build and decorate a miniature ‘tech deck’ step-by-step alongside an instructor building a full-size board.
This workshop has a very limited capacity and is RSVP only.

Si Sabo Kids Fiesta at Pretend City in Irvine
2025-10-04 11:00 - 14:30 | Pretend City Children’s Museum, 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA, 92618
Saturday, October 4, 2025 | 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Pretend City invites families to a vibrant celebration of Hispanic culture with the release of How Do You Roll Your R’s? by authors Mike Alfaro and Gerardo Guillén. Kids can enjoy a lively storytime, interactive props, and hands-on activities that explore language through play.
The fiesta atmosphere continues with street vendors, fresh fruit, flowers, paletas, and more.

Mid-Autumn Festival at Mt Sac College
2025-10-04 11:00 - 2025-10-05 20:00 | Mt. San Antonio College, 1100 N. Grand Ave., Walnut, CA, 91789
Weekend, October 4-5, 2025
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival at Mt. SAC’s Parking Lot B with two full days of food, shopping, and live performances. This free community event highlights centuries-old traditions with cultural showcases, family fun, and entertainment for all ages.
