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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 7 Wednesday
Ocean Beach Certified Farmers' Market 2026
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 4 - 8pm
This farmer's market in Ocean Beach 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 7 Wednesday
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Wednesday, October 7, 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 8 Thursday
North Park Farmers Market 2026
Thursday, October 8, 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 8 Thursday
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Thursday, October 8, 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 9 Friday
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Friday, October 9, 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 10 Saturday
Little Italy Mercato (Saturday)
Saturday, October 10, 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 10 Saturday
Mission Valley Farmers Market
Saturday, October 10, 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 10 Saturday
Gaslamp Artisan Market 2026
Saturday, October 10, 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 10 Saturday
Vegan Food Popup (North Park) 2026
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12 - 4pm
San Diegos premier open-air market, held monthly on the 2nd Saturday by the North Park Mini Park. Featuring 60+ diverse vendors with the best eco-friendly food, products and services in SoCal. Free entry and family-friendly.October 10 Saturday
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Saturday, October 10, 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!