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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 16 Friday
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Friday, October 16, 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 17 Saturday
Scholastic Surf Series
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 7am - 4pm
Scholastic Surf Series - surf league competition for high school and middle school surf teams.October 17 Saturday
Little Italy Mercato (Saturday)
Saturday, October 17, 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 17 Saturday
Mission Valley Farmers Market
Saturday, October 17, 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 17 Saturday
Gaslamp Artisan Market 2026
Saturday, October 17, 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 17 Saturday
Day to Day Vintage Market (North Park Way)
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 11am - 5pm
Day to Day Vintage Market is an open air market hosted in North Park, San Diego. This unique market features a variety of finely curated local vintage clothing, accessory, and antique vendors with styles spanning from the 40's all the way to the 00's.October 17 Saturday
Hillcrest Classic Car Show
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 1 - 3:30pm
Since the summer of 2017, classic car enthusiasts have gathered on Normal Street between University and Harvey Milk on the 3rd Saturday of the month to show their vehicles and do some tire kicking. March 15, 2025 the Hillcrest Car show moved to 5th and Pennsylvania until Normal St reopens. All are welcome!12:00pm - 3:30pm
October 17 Saturday
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Saturday, October 17, 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 17 Saturday
ASCENDKemet Collective Certified Farmers Market (City Heights)
Saturday, October 17, 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 18 Sunday
ASCENDKemet Collective Certified Farmers Market (City Heights)
Sunday, October 18, 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 understanding