17 Wellness Things to Do in San Diego in October
Autumn has just arrived and festivals, fundraisers, and celebrations are popping up all over San Diego County this October. Join in on the fun with your community and celebrate Halloween, Dia de Los Muertos, the Libra new moon, and Aries full moon together!
All Month
Kids Free October
All month long kids ages 12 and under receive FREE admission with a paid adult to over 25 of San Diego's museums, aquariums, gardens and attractions.
Sunday, October 3
Autumn Festival
Created by the House of China, this seasonal fest can be a wonderful day out with your family and friends! Offering live music, shows, food, and crafts, this event is full of fun and life!
International Cottages Balboa Park
Paddle for Clean Water
Volunteer or support this 29 year tradition in raising awareness about the ongoing battle for clean water and a healthy coastline! This event is offering breakfast for paddlers, live music and an epic prize drawing.
OB Pier
Wednesday, October 6
Plant Baes
Are you a vegan, single, and ready to mingle? Come and meet local plant based singles while enjoying vegan food and ice breaker games.
Soul Shine, Mission Beach
Libra New Moon
Many yoga + wellness studios have special events and gatherings to celebrate the New Moon in Libra. Browse our Events calendar to find a gathering nearest you.
Saturday, October 9
Taste of North Park Event
Calling all foodies to North Park's favorite tasting festival! This event is a self-guided tour through 30+ restaurants all serving delicious meals to taste. There will also be live music and art along the route.
North Park, along
30th Street and University Avenue
Wednesday, October 13
A Taste of Coronado
Walk, Bike or Trolley around town sampling Coronado's finest restaurants! All proceeds from this event go to local organizations that support women and children in Coronado and San Diego!
Rotary Park & The Ferry Landing
Saturday, October 16th
Birds, Bees, Flowers, and Trees
This wonderful event is a showcase for local artisans, non-profit organizations, small and/or family-owned businesses and other eco-friendly establishments. In addition to this amazing Marketplace, there will be entertainment, kids' crafts and a free Flower Show!
Balboa Park
Sunday, October 17th
Not So Scary Fall Festival
A hands- on interactive experience for kids, this event has fun craft making to live animal encounters. Join Nature Collective and County Parks rangers in a variety of family friendly experiences and nature walks.
San Dieguito County Park
Wednesday, October 20
Aries Full Moon
Welcome October's Hunter's Moon together with fellow San Diegans. Browse our Events calendar to find a full moon gathering near you.
Friday, October 22
SD County Food Vision 2030: The Annual Gathering
An inaugural, all day, all outdoors gathering featuring 15 breakout sessions exploring Food & Justice, Food & Climate Change, and Food & Resilience. Plus, Coastal Roots Farm tours, local food and complimentary childcare onsite.
Leichtag Commons, Encinitas
Saturday, October 23rd
Body of Knowledge
A health and empowerment gathering for women, this event will celebrate, activate and provide healthy nourishment. There will also be a dive into topics around activism, feminine empowerment, and self expression.
1900 N Coast Hwy 101, Ste A, Encinitas
Sunday, October 24th
EOS Fitness Tour De Cove
Join CAF and EōS in unleashing your inner superhero with the 4.5 hour stationary cyclethon. This event is a fundraiser to help change lives through sport for people with permanent physical challenges.
CAF Center
Aspen Medical Products San Diego Triathlon Challenge
Join this Triathlon challenge in swimming, biking, and running! This fundraiser supports challenged athletes with grants for adaptive sports equipment, coaching, and competition expenses.
October 23rd- 24th
Rock n' Roll Running Series
Bringing the fun to the run since 1998, Heineken 0.0 Rock 'n' Roll Running Series San Diego is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Starting at Balboa Park and finishing in Downtown San Diego, you'll explore up to eight well-known neighborhoods and experience an insider tour that even the locals rave about.
October 27-November 3
Dia de Los Muertos
Embrace Mexican culture and celebrate the lives of your loved ones that have passed. Immerse yourself in the traditional and authentic Mexican Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations throughout San Diego.
Sunday, October 31
Halloween
Celebrate Halloween with your community by attending one of the many events happening in San Diego County. Check out our Events Calendar to find a Halloween celebration near you.
Looking for More Things To Do?
Browse our Events Calendar to find a wellness workshop or event near you. Have an event you'd like to share with our community? Fill out the Submit an Event form on our Events page!
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