# San Diego Littles: things to do with little kids in San Diego, CA this weekend

> Halloween lands on Saturday, and the San Diego Zoo stays open until 9 for HalGLOWeen, with kids 11 and under free through the end of October. Old Town’s Día de los Muertos starts the same day, and it’s free. County library branches from Imperial Beach up to Poway have costume story times and trick-or-treating. This week has 28 outings, 20 of them free and 19 indoors.

- Week: Oct 26 – Nov 1, 2026
- Last checked: 2026-10-29
- 28 outings at 22 places; 20 free; 19 indoor. For kids ages 0–6.
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## Top picks this week

- **HalGLOWeen at the San Diego Zoo** (Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31 · 5–9pm) at San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92101. Cost: Free with zoo admission; kids 11 and under get in free with a paid adult through Oct 31. Ages 0+. The zoo stays open until 9 on Halloween weekend, with glowing displays, the Skeleton Band and stilt-walkers after 5pm. Through October, one paying adult can bring up to six kids 11 and under for free. Source: https://zoo.sandiegozoo.org/halgloween Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/halgloween-at-the-san-diego-zoo/
- **Día de los Muertos in Old Town** (Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1 · 10am–5pm) at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, San Diego Ave. and Twiggs St., Old Town, San Diego, CA 92110. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Old Town’s yearly Día de los Muertos with a community altar. Kids can make paper flowers and papel picado for free on Saturday and Sunday, and there’s a bilingual story time at 2:30 both days. The Catrina contest on Sunday at 2 starts with the kids. Rain is likely Sunday morning and should clear after noon, so the afternoon is the better time to go. Source: https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=31340 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/dia-de-los-muertos-in-old-town-san-diego-state-historic/
- **Halloween at The New Children’s Museum** (Sat, Oct 31 · 9am–4pm) at The New Children’s Museum, 200 West Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101. Cost: Included with admission (Children 1 and up $20, adults $25, under 1 free). Ages 0+. Indoor. A Halloween day downtown. Spooky Storytime is at 10, dance parties are at 11 and 2, and there’s a pumpkin scavenger hunt all day. Costumes are welcome. Source: https://thinkplaycreate.org/event/halloween-at-ncm/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/halloween-at-the-new-childrens-museum/
- **Trick or Treat at the Library (Solana Beach Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10am–5pm) at Solana Beach Library, 157 Stevens Avenue, Solana Beach, CA 92075. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Wear your costume and trick-or-treat at the library any time during the day. Free. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6ab6aa3cca248a0029186442 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/trick-or-treat-at-the-library-solana-beach-library/
- **Star Wars Halloween Spooktacular (4S Ranch Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 1–2:30pm) at 4S Ranch Library, 10433 Reserve Drive, San Diego, CA 92127. Cost: Free. Ages 4+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Come in a Star Wars or Halloween costume for a creature scavenger hunt, Star Wars trivia, treats and prizes. Free. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6acd10b1e06996003a83042e Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/star-wars-halloween-spooktacular-4s-ranch-library/

## A Saturday that works (Saturday, Oct 31)

1. **Morning**: Día de los Muertos in Old Town, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. 10am–5pm. Cost: Free. https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=31340
2. **Lunch**: Liberty Public Market, Liberty Station, 2820 Historic Decatur Rd.. Open 9am–8pm. Cost: $$. (from the city guide) https://libertypublicmarketsd.com/
3. **After nap**: Halloween Spooktacular at SeaWorld San Diego, SeaWorld San Diego. 4–7pm, 1–7pm. Cost: Included with park admission; kids get in free with a paid adult through October; the Candy Trail needs a reusable bag (bring your own or buy one for $4.99). https://seaworld.com/san-diego/events/halloween-spooktacular/

Plan for a nap break in the middle. Times come from each event’s page or the place’s own site, so check before you head out.

## By day

- **Thursday, Oct 29**: Kids Free October at The New Children’s Museum; Storytime Studio at The New Children’s Museum; Halloween Family Storytime (Casa de Oro Library, Spring Valley) (free); Spooky Storytime with Hooray Miss Marae (La Mesa Library) (free); Animal Presentations at the Living Coast Discovery Center; Pumpkin Patch Storytime at Oceanside Public Library (free); Pumpkin Decorating Contest at Julian Library (free); Toddlers & Tunes at 4S Ranch Library (free)
- **Friday, Oct 30**: HalGLOWeen at the San Diego Zoo; Toddler Time at The New Children’s Museum; Trick or Treat at the Library (Solana Beach Library) (free); Luminary Haunted House Craft (Cardiff Library) (free); Halloween Spooktacular at SeaWorld San Diego; Animal Presentations at the Living Coast Discovery Center; Inclusive Art Club at Escondido Public Library (free); Baby Lapsit at Escondido Public Library (free); Toddler Circle Time at El Cajon Library (free); Toddler Time sensory play at Cardiff Library (free); Family Play Time at Del Mar Library (free)
- **Saturday, Oct 31**: HalGLOWeen at the San Diego Zoo; Halloween at The New Children’s Museum; Día de los Muertos in Old Town (free); Dance Party Storytime (Poway Library) (free); Halloween Storytime (Imperial Beach Library) (free); Star Wars Halloween Spooktacular (4S Ranch Library) (free); Halloween Spooktacular at SeaWorld San Diego; Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND California; Encinitas Safe Trick-or-Treat (free); Animal Presentations at the Living Coast Discovery Center
- **Sunday, Nov 1**: Día de los Muertos in Old Town (free); Día de los Muertos (Poway Library) (free); Halloween Spooktacular at SeaWorld San Diego; Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND California; Carlsbad Village Street Faire (free); Día de Muertos Festival at the California Center for the Arts (free); Animal Presentations at the Living Coast Discovery Center

## All outings this week

- **HalGLOWeen at the San Diego Zoo** (Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31 · 5–9pm) at San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92101. Cost: Free with zoo admission; kids 11 and under get in free with a paid adult through Oct 31. Ages 0+. The zoo stays open until 9 on Halloween weekend, with glowing displays, the Skeleton Band and stilt-walkers after 5pm. Through October, one paying adult can bring up to six kids 11 and under for free. Source: https://zoo.sandiegozoo.org/halgloween Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/halgloween-at-the-san-diego-zoo/
- **Halloween at The New Children’s Museum** (Sat, Oct 31 · 9am–4pm) at The New Children’s Museum, 200 West Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101. Cost: Included with admission (Children 1 and up $20, adults $25, under 1 free). Ages 0+. Indoor. A Halloween day downtown. Spooky Storytime is at 10, dance parties are at 11 and 2, and there’s a pumpkin scavenger hunt all day. Costumes are welcome. Source: https://thinkplaycreate.org/event/halloween-at-ncm/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/halloween-at-the-new-childrens-museum/
- **Kids Free October at The New Children’s Museum** (Thu, Oct 29 · 9am–4pm) at The New Children’s Museum, 200 West Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101. Cost: One child 17 and under free with each paid adult ($25). Ages 0+. Indoor. The last two Kids Free days of the month. Each paying adult brings one kid in for free. Source: https://thinkplaycreate.org/event/kids-free-october/2026-10-28/
- **Toddler Time at The New Children’s Museum** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10–10:30am and 11–11:30am) at The New Children’s Museum, 200 West Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101. Cost: Included with admission (Children 1 and up $20, adults $25, under 1 free). Ages 1–3. Indoor. A half-hour session for toddlers and their grown-ups, twice each morning. Source: https://thinkplaycreate.org/event/toddler-time-2/2026-10-28/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/toddler-time-at-the-new-childrens-museum/
- **Storytime Studio at The New Children’s Museum** (Thu, Oct 29 · 2–2:30pm) at The New Children’s Museum, 200 West Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101. Cost: Included with admission (Children 1 and up $20, adults $25, under 1 free). Ages 2+. Indoor. An afternoon story time inside the museum. Source: https://thinkplaycreate.org/event/story-time-studio-3/2026-10-29/
- **Día de los Muertos in Old Town** (Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1 · 10am–5pm) at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, San Diego Ave. and Twiggs St., Old Town, San Diego, CA 92110. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Old Town’s yearly Día de los Muertos with a community altar. Kids can make paper flowers and papel picado for free on Saturday and Sunday, and there’s a bilingual story time at 2:30 both days. The Catrina contest on Sunday at 2 starts with the kids. Rain is likely Sunday morning and should clear after noon, so the afternoon is the better time to go. Source: https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=31340 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/dia-de-los-muertos-in-old-town-san-diego-state-historic/
- **Halloween Family Storytime (Casa de Oro Library, Spring Valley)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11:15am) at Casa de Oro Library, 9610 Campo Road, Spring Valley, CA 91977. Cost: Free. Ages 3–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Halloween stories and songs. It’s aimed at ages 3 to 5, but the whole family is welcome. Free. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6ac024e19dbc2b002c8be24d
- **Spooky Storytime with Hooray Miss Marae (La Mesa Library)** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11:30am) at La Mesa Library, 8074 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Miss Marae brings her ukulele for spooky sing-along songs and movement for kids of all ages. Free. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/69fa6927caf93436005a04f4
- **Trick or Treat at the Library (Solana Beach Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10am–5pm) at Solana Beach Library, 157 Stevens Avenue, Solana Beach, CA 92075. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Wear your costume and trick-or-treat at the library any time during the day. Free. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6ab6aa3cca248a0029186442 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/trick-or-treat-at-the-library-solana-beach-library/
- **Luminary Haunted House Craft (Cardiff Library)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 3:30–4:30pm) at Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Color and build a haunted house luminary to take home. No sign-up, but supplies are limited, so get there on time. Free. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a89e29f69166f088b940e5d Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/luminary-haunted-house-craft-cardiff-library-by-sea/
- **Dance Party Storytime (Poway Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30–11am) at Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Storytime songs to dance along to, aimed at toddlers 18 months to 3. Free. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/695825884a9fd98b7f75429d Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/dance-party-storytime-poway-library/
- **Halloween Storytime (Imperial Beach Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30–11:30am) at Imperial Beach Library, 810 Imperial Beach Boulevard, Imperial Beach, CA 91932. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. A Saturday story time with Halloween songs and stories, then a craft and play time. Best for ages 1 to 3. Free. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6aac2e008cf597003f949008 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/halloween-storytime-imperial-beach-library/
- **Star Wars Halloween Spooktacular (4S Ranch Library)** (Sat, Oct 31 · 1–2:30pm) at 4S Ranch Library, 10433 Reserve Drive, San Diego, CA 92127. Cost: Free. Ages 4+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Come in a Star Wars or Halloween costume for a creature scavenger hunt, Star Wars trivia, treats and prizes. Free. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6acd10b1e06996003a83042e Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/star-wars-halloween-spooktacular-4s-ranch-library/
- **Día de los Muertos (Poway Library)** (Sun, Nov 1 · 2–3pm) at Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Music, dance and crafts for Día de los Muertos. Free. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/68d59652fe1db36a65427517 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/dia-de-los-muertos-poway-library/
- **Halloween Spooktacular at SeaWorld San Diego** (Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1 · Fri 4–7pm, Sat–Sun 1–7pm (Candy Trail hours; park opens earlier)) at SeaWorld San Diego, 500 Sea World Drive, San Diego, CA 92109. Cost: Included with park admission; kids get in free with a paid adult through October; the Candy Trail needs a reusable bag (bring your own or buy one for $4.99). Ages 1+. The last weekend of SeaWorld's daytime Halloween event. There's a Baby Shark Halloween show, trick-or-treat stations, a pumpkin patch and Spookley dance parties. Source: https://seaworld.com/san-diego/events/halloween-spooktacular/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/halloween-spooktacular-at-seaworld-san-diego/
- **Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND California** (Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1 · During park hours) at LEGOLAND California Resort, One Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008. Cost: Included with park tickets. Ages 2+. Final weekend of Brick or Treat. Kids trick-or-treat at candy stations, enter costume contests and meet LEGO monsters, and the new Brick or Treat Street and Potion Mischief Light Trail are open. Source: https://www.legoland.com/california/things-to-do/seasonal-events/brick-or-treat/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/brick-or-treat-at-legoland-california-resort/
- **Carlsbad Village Street Faire** (Sun, Nov 1 · 8am–4pm) at Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. The big fall street fair fills Carlsbad Village with vendors, food and children's rides. Free shuttles run from The Shoppes at Carlsbad and the Poinsettia COASTER station. Rain is likely Sunday morning, so after about noon is the drier bet. Source: https://www.carlsbad.org/carlsbad-village-street-faire/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/carlsbad-village-street-faire/
- **Día de Muertos Festival at the California Center for the Arts** (Sun, Nov 1 · 4–9pm) at California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA 92025. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. The 31st annual festival has Día de Muertos crafts, face painting, food trucks and quinceañera dress shows at 5, 6 and 7pm. The museum is free from 4 to 9pm. Source: https://artcenter.org/event/31st-annual-dia-de-los-muertos-festival/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/dia-de-muertos-festival-at-the-california-center-for-the-arts/
- **Encinitas Safe Trick-or-Treat** (Sat, Oct 31 · 5–8pm) at Downtown Encinitas, 101 South Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Downtown shops along Coast Highway 101 hand out candy, with live music in the Lumberyard Courtyard and free family art activities at Pacific View Arts Center. Source: https://www.encinitas101.com/events/encinitas-safe-trick-or-treat-2026 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/encinitas-safe-trick-or-treat-downtown/
- **Animal Presentations at the Living Coast Discovery Center** (Thu, Oct 29 to Sun, Nov 1, 4 days · Wed–Sun 10:30am–3pm (shows through the day)) at Living Coast Discovery Center, 1000 Gunpowder Point Dr., Chula Vista, CA 91910. Cost: $22 adults, $16 ages 3–12, 2 and under free. Ages 2+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Short keeper talks run through the day on the bay: Urban Oasis at 10:30, eagles at 11:30, a wildlife surprise at 12:30, sharks and rays at 1:30 and sea turtles at 2:30. On Saturday there's also a guided marsh walk at 11. Source: https://www.thelivingcoast.org/programs-events-upcoming-events-events-calendar/ Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/animal-presentations-at-the-living-coast-discovery-center/
- **Inclusive Art Club at Escondido Public Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 3:30–4:30pm) at Escondido Public Library, 239 S Kalmia St, Escondido, CA 92025. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Stories, songs and an art project inspired by a picture book. It's set up for kids of all ages and abilities. Source: https://escondido.librarycalendar.com/event/inclusive-art-club-702 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/inclusive-art-club-at-escondido-public-library/
- **Baby Lapsit at Escondido Public Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11:30am) at Escondido Public Library, 239 S Kalmia St, Escondido, CA 92025. Cost: Free. Ages 0–1. Indoor. A lap-sized storytime with rhymes and songs for babies and their grown-ups. Source: https://escondido.librarycalendar.com/event/baby-lapsit-280 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/baby-lapsit-at-escondido-public-library/
- **Pumpkin Patch Storytime at Oceanside Public Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · Tue 10:30am (Mission Branch); Thu 10:30–11:15am (Civic Center)) at Oceanside Public Library, Civic Center Library, 330 North Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054. Cost: Free. Ages 2–5. A Halloween storytime for toddlers and preschoolers. Costumes are encouraged. It runs Tuesday at the Mission Branch (3861 Mission Ave) and Thursday in the Civic Center Library's Children's Storycorner. Source: https://oceansidepl.librarycalendar.com/event/toddler-preschool-storytime-43412
- **Toddler Circle Time at El Cajon Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11am) at El Cajon Library, 201 E. Douglas, El Cajon, CA 92020. Cost: Free. Ages 0–3. Indoor. Songs, rhymes and play time for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a750fe3e700090faa68e6c1 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/toddler-circle-time-at-el-cajon-library/
- **Toddler Time sensory play at Cardiff Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10am–12pm) at Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007. Cost: Free. Ages 1–5. Indoor. Open sensory play with play-doh, blocks, sensory sand and shakers for toddlers and preschoolers. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a594440fa641fe01af3b1d7 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/toddler-time-sensory-play-at-cardiff-library/
- **Pumpkin Decorating Contest at Julian Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 2:30–4:30pm) at Julian Library, 1850 Highway 78, Julian, CA 92036. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Drop in and decorate a mini pumpkin for a chance at a prize. Kids 11 and under and teens are judged separately on Oct 30, and pumpkins go home after judging. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6abecc6da85a2c00337c753e
- **Family Play Time at Del Mar Library** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11:30am) at Del Mar Library, 1309 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. Little ones play with educational toys while caregivers get to know each other. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/691f703a0d45944c9e679e87 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/family-play-time-at-del-mar-library/
- **Toddlers & Tunes at 4S Ranch Library** (Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30–11:30am) at 4S Ranch Library, 10433 Reserve Drive, San Diego, CA 92127. Cost: Free. Ages 1–4. Indoor. One story, then an hour of moving to music with egg shakers, scarves, bells and bean bags. Source: https://sdcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a907effaafa6100295f968a

## Holiday season in San Diego

- [Santa visits](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/santa/index.md): Breakfasts, photos and trains
- [Christmas lights](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/christmas-lights/index.md): Drive-thru and walk-through
- [Thanksgiving weekend](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/thanksgiving/index.md): Parades, turkey trots, what’s open
- [Parades & tree lightings](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/christmas-parades/index.md): Dates and start times
- [Christmas trains](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/christmas-trains/index.md): Polar Express and Santa trains
- [The Nutcracker](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/nutcracker/index.md): Shows for kids, sensory-friendly flagged
- [Christmas markets](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/christmas-markets/index.md): Markets and winter wonderlands
- [Christmas break](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/christmas-break/index.md): What’s open Dec 24, 25 and Jan 1
- [Noon Year’s Eve](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/noon-years-eve/index.md): Countdowns at noon
- [December with kids](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/december/index.md): Things to do all month
- [Ice skating](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/ice-skating/index.md): Holiday rinks and skate aids

## Seasonal events and guides

- [Things to do with kids in San Diego in November](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/november/index.md)
- [Things to do with kids in San Diego in December](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/december/index.md)
- [Santa visits in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/santa/index.md)
- [Christmas lights in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/christmas-lights/index.md)
- [Ice skating with kids in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/ice-skating/index.md)
- [Thanksgiving weekend in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/thanksgiving/index.md)
- [Christmas parades and tree lightings in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/christmas-parades/index.md)
- [Christmas train rides near San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/christmas-trains/index.md)
- [The Nutcracker for kids in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/nutcracker/index.md)
- [Christmas markets in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/christmas-markets/index.md)
- [Christmas break with kids in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/christmas-break/index.md)
- [Noon Year’s Eve in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/noon-years-eve/index.md)
- [Free things to do in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/free/index.md)
- [Free museum days in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/free-museum-days/index.md)
- [Indoor play places in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/indoor-play/index.md)
- [Library storytimes in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/storytime/index.md)
- [Every year in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/yearly/index.md)

## About this list
- Published by Littles Weekly (https://littlesweekly.com/). Free weekly lists for kids ages 0–6, city by city.
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## FAQ

### What can we do with kids this weekend in San Diego?
This weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1) our top picks are [HalGLOWeen at the San Diego Zoo](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/halgloween-at-the-san-diego-zoo/) (Fri, Oct 30 and Sat, Oct 31); [Día de los Muertos in Old Town](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/dia-de-los-muertos-in-old-town-san-diego-state-historic/) (Sat, Oct 31 and Sun, Nov 1); [Halloween at The New Children’s Museum](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/halloween-at-the-new-childrens-museum/) (Sat, Oct 31); [Trick or Treat at the Library (Solana Beach Library)](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/trick-or-treat-at-the-library-solana-beach-library/) (Fri, Oct 30). That’s four of 21 outings on this weekend, all checked on the organizer’s page and picked for kids ages 0–6. [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/#all).

### What are kid-friendly things to do in San Diego this weekend?
This week we found 28 outings that work for kids ages 0–6, and 21 of them are this weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1). Our top three: HalGLOWeen at the San Diego Zoo, Día de los Muertos in Old Town, Halloween at The New Children’s Museum. [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/#all).

### Where are the Halloween events for kids in San Diego this week?
7 Halloween outings are on this week’s list for ages 0–6, including [HalGLOWeen at the San Diego Zoo](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/halgloween-at-the-san-diego-zoo/), [Halloween at The New Children’s Museum](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/halloween-at-the-new-childrens-museum/), [Trick or Treat at the Library (Solana Beach Library)](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/trick-or-treat-at-the-library-solana-beach-library/) and [Star Wars Halloween Spooktacular (4S Ranch Library)](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/star-wars-halloween-spooktacular-4s-ranch-library/). Each one’s page has the date, time, price and the organizer’s link. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/#all).

### Are there free things to do with little ones in San Diego this week?
Yes, 20 of this week’s 28 picks are free, including library storytimes and Día de los Muertos in Old Town. Tap “Free” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/#all). For free places you can visit any week, see [free things to do in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/guide/#free) in the city guide. Free museum days and free events coming up are on [free things to do with kids in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/free/). Regular free days, Museums on Us and EBT discounts for 2027 are on [free museum days in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/free-museum-days/).

### What are good indoor activities for kids in San Diego when it rains?
19 picks this week are indoors, mostly at the New Children’s Museum and the libraries. Tap “Rainy-day OK” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/#all). For indoor playgrounds and play spaces you can visit any week, see [indoor play places in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/indoor-play/).

### Where is storytime for little kids in San Diego this week?
3 storytimes are on this week’s list: [Dance Party Storytime (Poway Library)](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/dance-party-storytime-poway-library/) (Sat 10:30–11am), [Halloween Storytime (Imperial Beach Library)](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/halloween-storytime-imperial-beach-library/) (Sat 10:30–11:30am) and [Baby Lapsit at Escondido Public Library](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/events/baby-lapsit-at-escondido-public-library/) (Fri 10:30–11:30am, Escondido Public Library). Each one links to the library or venue page we checked it on, so check there for registration. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/#all). For every weekly storytime by day and branch, see [library storytimes in San Diego](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/storytime/).

### What’s on for babies and toddlers under 3 in San Diego this week?
6 of this week’s picks are baby or toddler programs or made for ages 3 and under, including Toddler Time at The New Children’s Museum, Dance Party Storytime (Poway Library) and Halloween Storytime (Imperial Beach Library). 5 are free, and all are indoors. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/san-diego/#all).

### How do you pick what goes on the San Diego list?
We go through San Diego’s library calendars, parks, museums, zoos and local family pages every week, and keep what works for ages 0–6. Each listing links to the page we checked it on, and where the organizer or venue has its own page, we confirm the date, time, place and price there. This list was last checked Oct 29, 2026. [How we choose and check listings](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).

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