October 2010 North San Diego area calendar of events

October 2010 North San Diego County Calendar of Events

Please call ahead to confirm dates and times

North San Diego always has a lot of events to keep everyone busy and this month is not exception. Get and have some fun with friends and family whether it is Oktoberfest or Halloween related, a fair, bicycling, art, or whatever floats your boat.

Sep 24 - Oct 31
Haunted Hotel
The Haunted Hotel features new rooms from Hollywood´s favorite horror movies. Featuring terrifying special effects and illusions that are hauntingly real, the Haunted Hotel is where movies come to life. Closed Mon. & Tues. except for Oct. 24^th & 25^th. Friday & Saturday: 6pm-1am; Sunday through Thursday: 7pm-11pm. Tickets are $15. You can purchase tickets online or at the door. 619-696-SCARE or www.hauntedhotel.com

Sep 24 - Oct 31
The Scream Zone
The Scream Zone is San Diego's largest and scariest haunted attraction. Open on select dates between Sept. 24 and Oct 31, it features a huge House of Horror with rooms filled with terrifying scenes and scares lurking at every turn, a one-of-a-kind Haunted Hayride through the haunted barns on the race track and The Chamber with the largest spinning tunnel in San Diego. Fairgrounds at Del Mar. Sun-Thurs: 7pm-11pm, Fri & Sat 7pm-12 midnight. Information and tickets: 858-755-1161end_of_the_skype_highlighting or www.sdfair.com

Sep 25 - Oct 31
Pumpkin Patch at Bates Nut Farm  
The premier site for pumpkins in San Diego County, visitors will enjoy selecting their pumpkin for their home harvest decorations. Open daily from 9-5pm, the farm offers a straw maze, tractor hayrides, and picnicking. Special events such as Arts & Crafts, live entertainment, and children events such as pony rides, bouncers, face painting and more are also available. For more information and directions call 760-749-3333end_of_the_skype_highlighting or visit their website www.batesnutfarm.biz

Oct 1 - 31
Kids' Free Month at the Zoo!
Kids 3-11 receive free general admission to the San Diego Zoo or The Wild Animal Park during the whole month. Buses and Skyfari not included. www.sandiegozoo.org

Oct 1 - 3
San Diego International Orchid Fair  
Encinitas-The San Diego International Orchid Fair features hundreds of species and hybrids, exhibits and sales, lectures as well as official AOS judging and ribbon judging. Orchids from various countries such as China, Peru, Columbia, Philippines, Australia and Ecuador will be on display and for sale. More than 30 vendors selling orchids, orchid related products, artistic pottery, paintings and books will be available. Oct. 1: 1-5pm, Oct. 2: 9am-5pm and Oct. 3: 9am-4pm. www.sdbgarden.org

Oct 1 - 3
MCAS Miramar Air Show
The U.S. Navy´s Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Squadron will be returning to San Diego Oct. 1, 2 and 3. As in years past, "The Blues" will have a supporting cast of performers guaranteed to thrill the whole family! The MCAS Miramar Air Show will present the Blue Angels during its three day time shows, on Oct. 1, 2 and 3. For more information, visit www.miramarairshow.com

Oct 2
Carlsbad Oktoberfest  
Come join the fun at the 26th annual Carlsbad Rotary Oktoberfest from 12 pm to 10 pm at Holiday Park in Carlsbad. The family event features German food, German music, dancing, and a host of children´s activities, including a pumpkin-decorating contest, facing painting, clowns, and much more. The pumpkin-decorating contest is for children 5-15 years old. Each winner in the four age group categories will receive $25. A German dinner will be served from 1 to 8 p.m. The dinner includes two German sausages, German potatoes, cabbage and a roll. Tickets are $10. www.rotaryoktoberfest.org

Oct 2
Taste of Del Mar and Art Stroll
The Taste and Art Stroll in Del Mar is an annual event held in the heart of the charming village of Del Mar. The event includes a free art stroll and a ticketed restaurant taste. Tease your palate with samples of delicious culinary creations offered by some of Del Mar and North County´s finest food purveyors and sip selections from California wineries and local breweries while strolling among artist´s tents featuring juried original artwork by over 70 talented, local and regional artists. This spectacular celebration of art and cuisine also includes live music, a children´s interactive art area and a pet stroll. Tickets are $40 each. www.delmarmainstreet.com

October 2 - 3
Oceanside Harbor Days
The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce along with Cox Communications and Genentech will present Oceanside Harbor Days at the Oceanside Harbor. The event will feature arts and craft exhibits, Pirate's Cove area, great food and fun activities for the entire family. The event is open from 9am-6pm each day.www.oceansidechamber.com/chamber/special_events.asp

Oct 2 - 30
Brick-or-Treat
Celebrate Halloween at LEGOLAND^® California with safe trick-or-treating on the kid-sized Brick-or-Treat Trail on October 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 from 5-9pm. The Park transforms into a not-too-spooky Halloween haven for Brick-or-Treat Party Nights featuring costume contests, nighttime trick-or-treating on the Brick-or-Treat Trails, festive music, entertainment,Spirits of Brick-or-Treat Light Show and the "Boo Crew". california.legoland.com/tickets/botpn

Oct 3
Tour de Poway Fun Bike Ride  
The Tour de Poway Fun Bike Ride is the premier San Diego North cycling event, drawing over 2,000 participants from throughout the southwest. The 104, 62 and 50 mile courses climb the famous Poway grade - 6.6% for 3 miles. The 18 mile course provides both a fun and enjoyable experience for the weekend cyclists. Registration is required and fees are based on course length. For more information, including registration fees, deadlines and times, 800-679-2453 or visit www.tourdepoway.com

Oct 9 - 10
La Jolla Art & Wine Festival
Celebrate La Jolla's artist colony roots at the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival. This two-day event will be held in the Village of La Jolla on upper Girard Avenue the weekend of October 9 and 10, 2010 from 11am to 6pm, and will showcase juried artists. The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival will also feature local talent and flavors with live music and entertainment, gourmet food vendors, a garden featuring wine and beer from the finest local wineries and breweries, a silent auction, and a children's art center. Admission will be $10 for adults, $5 for children, and free for children under two. www.lajollaartandwinefestival.com

Oct 9 - 10
Old Town Art Festival
Enjoy museum quality art and sculpture as you stroll through Old Town with all of it's history and charm. The Old Town San Diego Art Festival features over 150 contemporary artists, fine craft, fashion and home décor artisans. This event brings together the essence of Southern California; beautiful San Diego weather, the Flavors of Old Town international foods, a wine tasting pavilion and continuous live entertainment. The festival runs along San Diego Avenue from Conde Street into the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. www.oldtownartfestival.com

Oct 10
Little Italy 16th Annual Precious Festa
The historic business district of downtown San Diego´s Little Italy will be alive with music, fine Italian food, specialty crafts and commercial booths. Free event, features Gesso Italiano, an Italian street painting festival.This event is held on India Street between Ash and Grape Streets from 10am-6pm. www.littleitalysd.com/events/little-italy-festa

Oct 16 - 17
Annual MS Bay to Bay Bike Tour
The MS Bay to Bay Bike Tour boasts one of the most scenic and beautiful routes in the country. The Bike Tour rolls along the pacific south coast from scenic Orange County to beautiful San Diego. Cyclists at all levels of expertise are sure to enjoy this unique weekend of fun, fitness, new friendships and the personal satisfaction of completing a 30, 100 or 150-mile ride to help end the devastating effects of multiple sclerosis. www.biketofinishms.com

Oct 17
Escondido Fall Street Faire
Arts and crafts vendors, a fine art exhibit, bands, international food fair, children´s rides. On Grand Ave, between Center City Parkway & Ivy, 10am-6pm. 760-945-9288 or www.kennedyfaires.com

Oct 22 - 23
Haunted Birch Aquarium-La Jolla  
Enjoy a night of ghostly fun from 6-9 p.m. This family-friendly event features trick-or-treating, ghoulish games, haunted maritime tales, crafts and spooky science exhibits such as creatures that glow, creeps from the deep and more! A costume contest will be held each evening and prizes will be awarded for the best marine-themed, best family and most creative costumes. Cost is $15 per person for the public and $12 per person for aquarium members. aquarium.ucsd.edu

Oct 26 - 31
Disney's Beauty And The Beast
Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to San Diego! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including "Be Our Guest" and the beloved title song. Experience the romance and enchantment of Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at the Civic Theatre! www.broadwaysd.com