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1. San Diego Zoo
San Diego
, CA
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Kids Free October!
Throughout October, youths 11 years and younger receive free admission-no ticket is required when accompanied by an adult with a valid form of admission.
One adult with a valid form of admission can bring up to 6 kids ages 11 and younger free-all month long.
HalGLOWeen - Weekends in October
Glittering, glimmering, and glowing lights illuminate the Zoo after dark every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October during HalGLOWeen. Theres spook-tacular fun for all ages with interactive entertainment and mystical adventures, plus tasty culinary treats for you to sink your teeth into.
KIDS GO FREE! FREE child with each full-paid adult!
2. SeaWorld San Diego
San Diego
, CA
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Howl-O-Scream: Select nights September 12 - November 1, 2025
Brace yourself. Howl-O-Scream, San Diegos largest, most bone-chilling, adrenaline-pumping Halloween event, storms back into SeaWorld San Diego starting September 12, haunting select nights through November 1. Now in its fifth blood-soaked year, this twisted celebration of terror explodes with reimagined haunted houses, freshly spawned scare zones, and sinister performances. Developed and crafted entirely in-house by the SeaWorld San Diego team. Howl-O-Scream sets itself apart from the competition as a purely original creation: a nightmare engineered to leave guests breathless and begging for mercy.
Howl-O-Scream is a separately ticketed nighttime event.
Halloween Spooktacular: Select dates September 5 - November 2, 2025
SeaWorld San Diego is once again transforming into a vibrant autumn wonderland with the return of Spooktacular, the parks family-friendly Halloween celebration. Every FridaySunday from September 5 to November 2, guests will discover swashbuckling adventures, whimsical pirates, enchanting mermaids, and delightfully spooky surprises - plus trick-or-treating throughout the park. Best of all, its included with park admission!
SeaWorld reusable candy bags are available to purchase at any retail location. Please note that guests who are ages 13 and older may not wear costume masks or hoods, and all costumes are subject to the normal dress code for the park. In addition, face painting is not permitted on any guests unless it is done by park artists.
KIDS GO FREE! FREE child with each full-paid adult!
3. LEGOLAND® California Resort
Carlsbad
, CA
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Dino Valley, where bricktastic LEGO ® dinosaurs roam at LEGOLAND ® California Resort!
Brick-or-Treat Monster Party: Select dates September 20 - November 1, 2025
Join the Monster Party! Halloween Fun for All Ages!
Get ready for an unforgettable Halloween party as Monsters take over LEGOLAND California! Brick-or-Treat is included in General Park Admission. This family-friendly event has not-too-scary fun for all ages, including:
- Live Shows + LEGO® Monster Meet & Greets
- Limited-Time Themed Attractions including Disco Dragon Coaster + Ghost Cruise
- Costume Contests for kids and groups
- Halloween LEGO decor + photo ops
- And of course, Trick-or-Treating at candy stations across the Park!
Brick-or-Treat Event Dates:
September: 20, 27
October: 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26
November: 1
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4. San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Escondido
, CA
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Kids Free October!
Throughout October, kids 11 years and younger receive free admission-no ticket is required when accompanied by an adult with a valid form of admission.
One adult with a valid form of admission can bring up to 6 kids ages 11 and younger free-all month long.
Autumn Festival - Saturdays and Sundays in October
Every Saturday and Sunday in October, the season of color comes alive at the Safari Park, with fascinating wildlife, special entertainment, and culinary comforts. Explore the twists and turns of the autumn maze, or chill out with live music and seasonal treats. At Autumn Festival, theres down-home fun for everyone!
Kids Free October! | Save $4.00
5. USS Midway Museum
San Diego
, CA
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During the month of October present Adult ticket at the ticket booth and receive 2 free youth tickets for each paid adult ticket.
The USS Midway served from 1945 (the end of World War II) until 1992, the longest-serving American aircraft carrier of the 20th century.
6. Old Town Trolley Tours of San Diego
San Diego
, CA
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Kids Free San Diego | One free child per paid adult on the Old Town Trolley | Valid October 1 - 31, 2025
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Stop Closures: Gaslamp Stop (Stop 6) - Sunday, Sept 28
Gaslamp Stop (Stop 6) will be closed Sunday, Sept 28, due to our last Padres game before playoffs!
All stops will resume on Monday, Sept 29.
Kids Free October! | Save $2.00
7. Maritime Museum of San Diego
San Diego
, CA
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This October, enjoy one free youth admission (ages 617) with each paid adult ticket at the Maritime Museum of San Diego.
Your General Admission includes access to a world-class collection of historic ships, including Star of India, HMS Surprise, and San Salvador, along with engaging maritime exhibits that bring seafaring history to life.
8. San Diego Speed Boat Adventures
San Diego
, CA
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Offer valid October 131, 2025. One free child (12 and under) per two paying adults. Advance reservation required. Subject to availability.
Looking for fun things to do in San Diego with kids this October? Join Speed Boat Adventures San Diego for a one-of-a-kind family experience on the water! As part of Kids Free San Diego, children 12 and under ride free with two paying adults on our exciting 2-hour guided speedboat tour. You'll get to drive your own mini speedboat while following a trained guide through beautiful San Diego Bay, passing top family-friendly landmarks like the USS Midway Museum, Coronado Bridge, Seaport Village, and the historic ships of the Maritime Museum of San Diego. This is more than just a tour Kids Free October Pictures a chance for families to explore the bay together, learn fun facts about San Diego, and make unforgettable memories. If you're looking for a family-friendly San Diego attraction that combines adventure, sightseeing, and kid-approved fun, this is it!