Halloween Happenings in San Diego

By Bryan Kittman | October 15, 2019

If you’re wondering where the party is at this Halloween, look no further. San Diego is known for hosting legendary Halloween parties, and this year is no different. Prepare for a night full of frights, costumes, drinks, and laughs with these upcoming Halloween events. 

Villains in the Village – Oct. 19

Think you have no fear? Test your bravery with a stroll through the streets of Third Avenue Village. Over 20 nefarious characters will be out and about to trick and torment, while beasts, illusions, and creatures that go bump in the night do anything to catch a fright. Snap some pics at selfie spots, grab a bite to eat, sip on adult potions, and challenge yourself to take on the Villains of the Village. 

San Diego Halloween Pub Crawl – Oct. 25 

Variety is the spice of life, and this pub crawl will have you trekking around downtown to 10 different bars and nightclubs that offer free entry and exclusive drink specials. Show off your Halloween costumes as you and your friends roam the streets and see where the night takes you. 

Hallo-wine & Spirits at Hotel del Coronado  – Oct. 26 

Cruise over to the legendary Hotel del Coronado for an adults-only costume and Halloween party complete with spooky surroundings, drinks, and dancing! The theme for this year’s celebration is Night of 1,000 Clowns, so those with coulrophobia, beware. Tickets include a reception on the garden patio with culinary treats, wine tasting and entry to the party in the ballroom. 

San Diego Zombie Crawl Gaslamp Takeover – Oct. 25-31 

Don’t miss out on one of the biggest Halloween celebrations in San Diego. The Zombie Crawl is your premier opportunity to the very best in Gaslamp nightlife, as you make your way to more than 20 bars across the Gaslamp District. On Halloween night, there will be live entertainment, a costume insanity competition, and more. This year, there will also be a Day of the Dead celebration unfolding over two days in an explosion of color and joy. 

WCKD Village – Oct. 26 

After 19 years of bringing San Diego the legendary Monster Halloween Bash, it’s time to get WCKD. Get ready for all of East Village to be transformed into a Halloween extravaganza full of terrifying adventure. With performances from Trey Songz, T-Pain, LA Riots, and many more, this is not your regular Halloween party. This year, WCKD Village will have interactive haunts, a $3K cash prize costume contest, themed areas, and much more.