Spooky Season by the Sea: San Diego’s Best Halloween Events
The Halloween spirit comes alive in San Diego, with plenty of spooky specials and haunted happenings near your room here at Pacific Terrace Hotel this October. Whether you’re planning to dress up as your favorite ghost or goblin or just enjoy some seasonal fun, San Diego is the place to celebrate. From family-friendly pumpkin patches to festive events at popular amusement parks, there’s no shortage of Halloween activities by the sea.
Check out our guide to the best Halloween happenings near Pacific Beach, and get ready to make this spooky season in San Diego one to remember.
Pumpkin Patches (Miles to Hotel Varies)
Nothing says fall like a pumpkin patch, and San Diego has plenty of options for festive family fun (even though we're a coastal city!). Just down the street from our hotel, the Pacific Beach pumpkin patch offers a local, seasonal experience right by the surf and sand. A little farther out, the Goff Family Pumpkin Patch and Bates Nut Farm feature even more fall excitement, including hay rides, face painting, live entertainment, costume contests, seasonal treats, and more. Make the most of October and create lasting memories at one of San Diego’s favorite pumpkin patches.
Belmont Park Fall Festival (2.1 Miles to Hotel)
Just minutes from the Pacific Terrace Hotel, Belmont Park comes alive in the fall with pumpkin patches, seasonal treats, and Halloween-themed rides for the whole family. Located right near the beach, the Belmont Park Fall Festival is a fun-filled way to celebrate Halloween in San Diego, offering activities and entertainment for all ages.
SeaWorld Spooktacular (3.9 Miles to Hotel)
SeaWorld Spooktacular is an annual Halloween event that is popular with locals and guests of San Diego. The family-friendly Halloween celebration is filled with costumes, trick-or-treating, and seasonal shows. Enjoy daytime Halloween activities for families, including trick-or-treat trails, colorful characters, and themed shows. The Spooktacular event is included in park admission and offers easy access to SeaWorld from the Pacific Terrace Hotel.
Liberty Station Halloween Events (8.3 Miles to Hotel)
Just a short drive from our hotel, Liberty Station is a popular entertainment hub and the perfect place to celebrate Halloween in San Diego. Explore their fall event calendar for celebrations like Día de los Muertos, outdoor movie nights, artisan markets, and family-friendly trick-or-treating. With so much to see and do in a festive, lively setting, Liberty Station is a top choice for local fall and Halloween fun.
Balboa Park’s Haunted Trail (9.8 Miles to Hotel)
Voted one of CNN’s “10 Best Haunted House Attractions,” this haunted trail in Balboa Park is a San Diego Halloween classic. Stretching a mile through the park, the trail features spooky sets and live actors for a thrilling experience perfect for older kids, teens, and adults who love a good scare. For families with younger children, consider one of San Diego’s other Halloween events better suited for little ghosts and goblins.
Gaslamp Quarter / Downtown San Diego (11.2 Miles to Hotel)
Known for some of the city’s biggest Halloween parties and nightlife events, Gaslamp Quarter is home to many popular entertainment options. There is always a party happening at Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego and Halloween is no exception! Join in on the seasonal fun with Halloween celebrations in downtown San Diego and at Gaslamp Quarter that includes festive bar crawls with creepy concoctions, spooky movies, festive rooftop parties, and extraordinary holiday galas.
San Diego Zoo’s HalGLOWeen (12.1 Miles to Hotel)
The San Diego Zoo is a special place to be during the month of October because this popular San Diego landmark glows after dark with colorful lights, performers, and music during its annual HalGLOWeen event. It is a unique way to experience the zoo and makes the perfect nighttime adventure during Kids Free October. Make plans to dress up in a fun costume and experience this exciting Halloween event in San Diego.
LEGOLAND San Diego Brick-or-Treat (28.7 Miles to Hotel)
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Everyone loves Legos, and Halloween is the perfect time to visit LEGOLAND California. A must for families and Lego fans of all ages, the park’s festive Brick-or-Treat celebration features candy stations, dance parties, and character meet-and-greets that kids and adults alike will enjoy. Happening on select weekends throughout October, this popular San Diego Halloween event is not to be missed.
Celebrate Halloween in SoCal at the Pacific Terrace Hotel in San Diego
Grab your favorite ghouls and goblins for a Halloween getaway to the Pacific Terrace Hotel in San Diego. Make this Halloween one you won’t soon forget by being close to all the best Halloween events in San Diego.
In addition, you’ll enjoy the resort-style amenities at the Pacific Terrace Hotel that make guests return time after time to our Pacific Beach hotel. Relax in the oceanfront pool and hot tub, enjoy poolside sips and bites from our onsite restaurant and bar, and experience superb service and amazing ocean views from one of the best hotels in San Diego.
Are you ready for a ghoulishly good time this Halloween in San Diego? From pumpkin patches and haunted houses to amusement parks and fall festivals, Pacific Beach is the place to be for a spooky good time this Halloween. Book your room today and be sure to check out our Special Packages to help you plan your perfect fall getaway by the beach!
