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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 3 Saturday
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Saturday, October 3, 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
ASCENDKemet Collective Certified Farmers Market (City Heights)
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10 - 11:59pm
ASCENDKemet Collective Farmer's Market aims to engage and educate the community on the rich cultural heritage of Kemet (ancient Egypt) through arts, environmental education, and wellness activities, fostering a deeper connection with our historical roots and promoting cultural appreciation and understandingOctober 4 Sunday
ASCENDKemet Collective Certified Farmers Market (City Heights)
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 12am - 2pm
ASCENDKemet Collective Farmer's Market aims to engage and educate the community on the rich cultural heritage of Kemet (ancient Egypt) through arts, environmental education, and wellness activities, fostering a deeper connection with our historical roots and promoting cultural appreciation and understandingOctober 4 Sunday
Pacific Beach Half Marathon
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 6 - 10am
The Half Marathon distance is a point-to-point race starting at Crown Point Park in Mission Bay Park and ending with an epic beachside finish in Pacific Beach! Runners will enjoy a scenic waterfront course where they will pass by Sea World, Hospitality Point, West Mission Bay Dr. Bridge and Mission Beach before finishing on Thomas Ave as it meets the Pacific Beach Boardwalk.October 4 Sunday
Scholastic Surf Series
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 7am - 4pm
Scholastic Surf Series - surf league competition for high school and middle school surf teams.October 4 Sunday
Hillcrest Farmers Market 2026 - University Ave
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 9am - 2pm
This farmer's market in Hillcrest offers an array of groceries and goodies. Featured items include fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, seafood, dairy products, dry goods, prepared foods, and specialty treats. There are also art & craft items, jewelry, and clothing. Come and shop!October 4 Sunday
Gaslamp Artisan Market 2026
Sunday, October 4, 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 4 Sunday
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Sunday, October 4, 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 6 Tuesday
Pacific Beach Tuesday Farmers Market
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 2 - 7pm
The Pacific Beach Tuesday Farmers' Market is an essential outdoor grocery store offering the unique opportunity for customers to meet the farmers and makers of the freshest fare from the small local businesses that they love!Find fresh produce, meats, cheeses, bread, flowers, dips and spreads along with gourmet dining options and handcrafted artisan works.
October 7 Wednesday
Little Italy Mercato Wednesday
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 9:30am - 1:30pm
This weekday farmer's market offers a smaller version of the Little Italy Saturday Mercato on 3 blocks of West Date Street. Featured items include farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, yogurt, baked goods, and specialty food. Come and shop!