And just like that — welcome to October, San Diego. 🗓️
From local fall traditions to concerts, community gatherings + food events, it’s a jam-packed month in America’s Finest City. But don’t worry, boo. We’ve harvested highlights of fun things to do to help you make the ghost of it all.
🍂 Seasonal
- Have a gourd time at these pumpkin patches , most open through Mon., Oct. 31. 🎃
- Find thrills at these spooky attractions , through Mon., Oct. 31. 👻
- Toast to the final Oktoberfest celebrations — including Ocean Beach Oktoberfest on Fri., Oct. 7 + Sat., Oct. 8. 🍻
- Take the littles to 50+ local museums — for free — during Kids Free San Diego through Mon., Oct. 31. 🖼️
🎶 Concerts
- Jack Johnson | Fri., Oct. 7 | 6 p.m. | North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre | $41.50+ | We’re “Sitting, Waiting, Wishing” for this show. 🎤
- Karol G | Sun., Oct. 16 | 8 p.m. | Pechanga Arena San Diego | $34+ | The reggaeton + Latin trap artist headlines the Midway District venue. 💃
The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival is on Sat., Oct. 8 + Sun., Oct. 9.
Photo via @lajollaartandwinefestival
🌇 In the community
- La Jolla Art and Wine Festival | Sat., Oct. 8 + Sun., Oct. 9 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Girard Avenue | Free | The art, good sips + local vendors will flow. 🎨
- Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Fiesta | Sat., Oct. 8 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Logan Heights Library | Free | A fun-filled day of cultural performances, crafts + games. 🎊
Taste of North Park is on Sat., Oct. 8.
Photo via North Park Main Street
🍕 Eat + drink
- Taste of North Park | Sat., Oct. 8 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | North Park | $25+ | ~40 restaurants, 12 breweries and cideries, one tasty affair. 🍜
- Taste of Mission Hills | Wed., Oct. 12 | 5-9 p.m. | Mission Hills | $35+ | ~30 local eateries showcase their best bites. 🌮
- Great Pumpkin Beer Festival | Sat., Oct. 22 | 2:25-8:55 p.m. | Gaslamp Quarter | $45+ | Sip + savor pumpkin beers from local brewers and squash-centric food. 🎃
Need more events? Check out our full calendar .