Through October 31 Pumpkin Station – Del MarThis event is ideal for children ages 3 to 13 and includes pumpkins, several children’s rides, slides and jumps. School programs are available for children to learn about the harvest of the season. Pumpkin Station offers a wide variety of gourds, squashes, Indian corn, and pumpkins. Admission is free, but tickets are sold for rides. Time: Mon – Thur 9:00 am – 7:00 pm / Fri – Sun  9:00 am – 9:00 pmLocation: Del Mar Fairgrounds – East Parking Lot, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar For more information visit www.pumpkinstation.com

Through October 31 The Haunted Trail of Balboa ParkThe Haunted Trail is a stroll through the park that you will never forget. When the sun goes down--run for your life! Red eyes glow and creepy fingers reach out to get you. Experience outdoor terror that is simply too big to house indoors. Time: Refer to websiteLocation: Balboa Park – Marston Point, east of 6th Ave. & Juniper For more information visit www.hauntedhotel.com

Through October 31 Fall on the Farm – Bates Nut FarmWeekend entertainment consists of pony rides, straw maze, kid ‘n paint, food, including BBQ, kettle corn, ice cream, a Scarecrow Contest, pony rides, rock climbing and tons more! Get your pumpkin!! The Pumpkin Patch will be open September 24th through October 31- 9:00 am to 5:00 pm every day. See the Pumpkin Patch page for all the activities available, prices, times, etc. Time: Pumpkin Patch open 9:00 am – 5:00 pm dailyLocation: Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center For more information visit www.batesnutfarm.biz

September 30 – October 2 Miramar Air ShowAnnual aviation expo with nearly seven hours of performancesby the world’s best military and civilian pilots. Military aircraft scheduled include the Navy’s Blue Angels and Super Hornet demo, the Marine Corps’ AV-8B Harrier, the Air Force F-22 Raptor and F-16 Falcon, and the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) with spectacular special effects pyro. New this year is an hour of Vintage Warbird fly-bys and special demos. Time: Refer to websiteLocation: MCAS Miramar For more information visit www.miramarairshow.com

September 30 – October 2 Octoberfest 2011 – La MesaThis is the Big ‘un... La Mesa’s Oktoberfest is among the largest celebrations of its kind on the West Coast. Traditional German celebration featuring dancing, food, beer gardens, Bavarian bands, arts & crafts, commercial booths, and a kids’ carnival. Time: Fri & Sat  11:00 am – 11:30 pm / Sun 12:00 pm – 5:00 pmLocation: La Mesa Blvd between Date & Fourth Streets, La Mesa For more information visit www.lamesavillage.com

October 7 – 9 Annual Polish Festival San DiegoThis Polish festival will tantalize your taste buds with delicious Polish food such as stuffed cabbage, sausage, or hunter’s stew. The beer garden will offer imported Polish beer. Costumed performers will sing and dance. Polish merchandise and jewelry will be available for sale. Admission $3. Time: Fri (21+) 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm / Sat  12:00 pm – 10:00 pm / Sun  12:00 pm – 6:00 pmLocation: St. M Kolbe Roman Catholic Polish Mission, 1735 Grand Ave. For more information visit http://www.polishmission.org/festival/index.php

October 7-8 Annual Ocean Beach OktoberfestA Bavarian Oktoberfest with traditional German festivities will happen in Ocean Beach. Dine on delicious food and drink and be entertained with music, costumed dancing, and fun games. Fun Run registration at 9:00 am, Race at 10:00 am. Entrance donation: $3. Time: Fri.  4:00 pm - 10:00 pm / Sat. 10:00 am – 8:30 pmLocation: Ocean Beach, parking lot at Newport Ave. & Abbott St. & grassy area For more information visit www.oceanbeachsandiego.com

October 9 Annual Little Italy FestaFree event takes place in San Diego’s downtown Little Italy business district. The Little Italy Festa is known to be one of the largest single-day Italian American festivals West of the Mississippi. Enjoy the wine & beer garden, entertainment on 2 stages, over 120 Italian food & crafter booths, sidewalk chalk art, and shop to your heart’s content. Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pmLocation: Little Italy, India St., Downtown San Diego For more information visit www.littleitalysd.com

October 9 San Marcos Harvest FestivalFeaturing a variety of food and unique vendor booths, arts & crafts, live entertainment, a beer garden, and a champagne breakfast. There will be a live music stage in the beer garden and carnival rides will be available for children. Also featuring The American Muscle Classic Car Show, the largest in San Diego County that includes approximately 200 classic cars and hot rods. Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pmLocation: Via Vera Cruz – San Marcos, Grand Ave. & San Marcos Blvd. For more information visit www.sanmarcoschamber.com

October 12 – 23 Oceanside Music Festival – OmFestThe 10th Annual Oceanside Music Festival, OMFest, offers 6 concerts this year boasting a variety of music genres, showcasing both student and professional musicians from throughout Southern California. OMFest’s goal is to raise funds for performing arts scholarships for local high school seniors. Time: Refer to websiteLocation: Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside For more information visit www.ocaf.info/OMF/

October 15 – 16 San Diego Pet ExpoInformation about pets, including pet product and service vendors. 2 stages of entertainment, animal celebrities, petting zoo, splash dogs, expert speakers, pet adoptions, breed area, food court, and much more. Admission: Adults: $9.00 / Seniors (65+): $4.00 / Juniors: (0-15) free w/adult. Time: Sat  10:00 am – 7:00 pm / Sun  10:00 am – 5:00 pmLocation: Del Mar Fairgrounds, Bing Crosby Hall, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. For more information visit www.sandiegopetexpo.net

October 16 Escondido Downtown Street FaireOver 700 vendors, live entertainment, and food from around the world have combined to make the Escondido Downtown Street Faire a family tradition since 1989. This is the second largest street fair in California. Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pmLocation: Downtown Escondido, Grand Ave. between Centre City Parkway & Ivy For more information call 760-945-9288

October 22 Annual Light the Night Against Crime 5KJoin law enforcement personnel to show your concern against crime and for the victims of crime by participating at a nighttime 5K run/walk. Includes a post event social and a Kid’s Zone with activities and games. Wear a costume and be sure to bring a flashlight! Costume contest & awards at 8:30 pm. See website for registration fees. The course begins and ends in Balboa Park. Time: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm / Kids Run @ 8:15 pmLocation: Balboa Park – Old Navy Hospital, Park Blvd & Presidents Way For more information visit www.sdcrimestoppers.com/

October 22-23 Annual San Diego Dragon Boat FestivalThe Festival is free and open to the public. Entertainment, food, arts and crafts and the Dragon Boat Race. Race with the Dragons is for everyone and no experience is required. Each team will be made up of 16 paddlers. Free for all spectators, so get everybody you know to come and cheer you on! Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pmLocation: Mission Bay Park – Playa Pacifica, north of the Hilton Hotel For more information visit www.sddragonboatrace.com

October 29 Annual Monster BashAdult Halloween Block Party with live entertainment, food, dancing, cocktails. Wear a costume & mingle. There’s a costume contest with a $3,000 CASH prize for the winner.Admission: $30 per ticket in advance, $35 at the door. Time: 6:00 pm – Midnight (21+)Location: Gaslamp Quarter, 6th Ave & Island Ave., Downtown For more information visit www.sandiegomonsterbash.com

October 29 Annual Nightmare on Normal StreetNormal Street goes Abnormal tonight! The streets will be filled with people showing off their elaborate Halloween costumes and enjoying the festivities. Proceeds from this event benefit more than 40 community programs at The Center. You’re welcome to come with or without a costume…but do you really want to be “Normal” tonight? Time: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmLocation: Hillcrest, Normal St. between University Ave. & Blaine St. For more information visit www.thecentersd.org

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