Events Listing
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**NOTE: City staff should not utilize the Special Events Calendar to address potential project related conflicts. Please call 619-685-1331 or email SpecialEvents@sandiego.gov.
October 1 Thursday
North Park Farmers Market 2026
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 3 - 7:30pm
Check out the North Park Thursday Market every Thursday from 3pm to 7:30pm, located between Granada Avenue and Ray Street on North Park Way. Shop tons of different items like fresh produce, prepared foods, flowers, apparel, baked goods and more! Visit the Thursday Market website, or follow @shopnorthparkmarket on Instagram and Facebook for a list of vendors, products, updates and more! To apply to become a vendor visit northparkfarmersmarket.com !October 1 Thursday
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 7 - 11pm
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park is BACK, with two haunts in one; a mile long terrifying outdoor trail through twisted pines and gnarled oaks and the 3,500 square foot eXperiment Maze, culminating with the NEW Dark Carnival!October 2 Friday
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Friday, October 2, 2026, 6:30 - 11:55pm
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park is BACK, with two haunts in one; a mile long terrifying outdoor trail through twisted pines and gnarled oaks and the 3,500 square foot eXperiment Maze, culminating with the NEW Dark Carnival!October 3 Saturday
Scholastic Surf Series
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7am - 4pm
Scholastic Surf Series - surf league competition for high school and middle school surf teams.October 3 Saturday
Little Italy Mercato (Saturday)
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 8am - 2pm
The Little Italy certified farmers market features fresh fruits and vegetables, pastured eggs, meat, seafood, bread and pastries, yogurt, cheese and sauces, coffee and specialty treats, along with local artists and crafters, candles, and handmade soap. Shop every Saturday, year-round, rain or shine!October 3 Saturday
Mission Valley Farmers Market
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 9am - 1pm
The Mission Valley Farmers Market is held every Saturday from 9a m - 1pm.Fresh produce, flowers and specialty foods. Food Court too.
October 3 Saturday
Walter Munk Day ~ Celebrate our Oceans
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 9:30am - 4pm
The Walter Munk Foundation for the Oceans will celebrate our 5 th Annual Ocean AwarenessDay, honoring Walter Munks iconic 80-year legacy of daring exploration and discovery through
scientific research, education, and ocean conservation with a focus on scuba diving. We will
coordinate with Scripps Institution of Oceanography for the American Academy of Underwater
Sciences Symposium, as Walter was one of the first scientific divers and the Founder of the
Scripps Center for Marine Archeology. Neda Iranpour will be back as our distinguished Emcee.
The event will include our traditional Ocean Alley and Kumeyaay Way with interactive,
educational, ocean related exhibits. It promises to be a memorable event with dignitaries, art
and music, face painters, food trucks, and lots of fun for everyone!
October 3 Saturday
Gaslamp Artisan Market 2026
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10am - 4pm
The Gaslamp Artisan Market is a thriving outdoor-shopping event located on Fifth Avenue in the heart of the Gaslamp where shoppers will find hand-crafted treasures, art, jewelry and clothing every Saturday and Sunday.October 3 Saturday
Mira Mesa Street Fair
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10am - 5pm
A community celebration that brings together neighbors, businesses, schools, charities, service providers and community groups in a fun-filled atmosphere. The Street Fair includes entertainment, arts and crafts, business and food booths and public service (Marines, police and fire) exhibits.October 3 Saturday
North Park Book Fair
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10am - 5pm
Join us for San Diegos best celebration of books and community at the North Park Book Fair! On Saturday, October 3, 2026, North Park Way transforms into a lively open-air street festival filled with local bookstores, independent authors, small presses, comic creators, and artists with literary-inspired goods.Spend the day browsing vendor booths, enjoying author signings, hands-on activities, live entertainment, family-friendly trick-or-treating, and delicious food and drinks from local favorites. Whether youre a lifelong reader, a casual browser, or just looking for a fun fall day in North Park, theres something for everyone.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
10:00 AM 5:00 PM
Come discover new books, meet the people who make them, and celebrate the joy of reading with us!