San Diego–Chula Vista–Carlsbad · CA

Things to do with kids in San Diego

114 family events in the next 30 days, plus 66 places and ongoing programs. Every listing links to the organizer’s own page, and shows the date we last checked it (latest check 2026-10-14). Dates are in Pacific Time.

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Upcoming family events

Through Oct 31 · 9:00 AMBates Nut Farm Pumpkin PatchBates Nut Farm · Families · Activity tickets available at the ticket booth for each attraction; Fall Friday Festivals: free parking and admission
Through Oct 31 · 9:00 AMBonita Pumpkin Farm (Pumpkin Station)Bonita Pumpkin Farm · All ages (train ride height 36"–60"; adults not allowed on train) · Free Parking & Admission; attractions 1 ticket/$5
Through Nov 8Carlsbad Strawberry Company Pumpkin PatchCarlsbad Strawberry Company · Whole family (Haunted Corn Maze: teenagers and adults) · Weekday Admission (Mon-Thurs) - $20; Weekend Admission (Fri-Sun) - $25; add-ons priced separately
Tue, Oct 13 · 6:30 PMCrafty Hour: Ghost PortraitsCoronado Public Library · Check age guidance · Check official pricing
Through Oct 31 · 10:00 AMKids Free October at the Maritime Museum of San DiegoMaritime Museum of San Diego · Youth ages 17 & under free (two per paid adult) · Two youth (17 & under) free with one full-price paid adult general admission ($28 walk-up / $30.36 online)
Through Oct 31 · 9:00 AMMountain Valley Ranch Pumpkin PatchMountain Valley Ranch · Whole family · Open to the Public – Free Admission!
Tue, Oct 13 · 11:00 AMMusical Storytime Takeover with Nightingale MusicCoronado Public Library · Check age guidance · Check official pricing
Through Oct 31 · 9:00 AMRancho Bernardo Pumpkin Farm (Pumpkin Station)Rancho Bernardo Pumpkin Farm · All ages (train ride height 36"–60"; adults not allowed on train) · Free Parking & Admission; attractions 1 ticket/$5
Through Oct 31Summers Past Farms Pumpkin PatchSummers Past Farms · Something for all · Free Admission
Wed, Oct 14 · 4:00 PMPaws to Read!Escondido Public Library · Age wording not captured · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 14 · 3:30 PMTeens Create: Mini Ghost PaintingCoronado Public Library · Teen program (age range not printed in captured page text) · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 14 · 2:00 PMYoga for KidsOceanside Public Library - Mission Branch Library · For ages 2 to 12 · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 15 · 6:00 PMSTEAM: Spiderweb SlimeChula Vista Public Library - Civic Center Branch Library · Kids Program (calendar category) · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 16 · 10:30 AMOPL Scares: Music & Movement StorytimeOceanside Public Library - Civic Center Library · Children, ages 2-8, and their caregivers · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 16 · 11:00 AMPreschool Storytime: Spooky StoriesCoronado Public Library · Preschool · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 16 · 9:00 AMSuperheroes One-Day Camp in FrenchAlliance Française de San Diego · Ages 5-11 • Camp in French but No French experience is required · $99 for members - $110 for non members
Fri, Oct 16 · 3:30 PMTween Dungeons and Dragons ClubCoronado Public Library · Age Group: Children 6-11, Teen · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 17Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND CaliforniaLEGOLAND California Resort · For kids and families · Included with tickets on event dates; discounted add-on tickets for select annual passes; kids tickets from $39 (offer ends November 1, 2026)
Sat, Oct 17 · 10:00 AMDia de los Muertos at Rancho Guajome AdobeRancho Guajome Adobe · All ages (admission tiers: 13 and older; 4-12; 3 and under) · $6 ages 13 and older; $3 ages 4-12; free ages 3 and under (cash preferred)
Sat, Oct 17 · 11:00 AMFall FestivalSan Diego County Library - Rancho San Diego Branch · Listing tags: Kids, Adults, Birth to Five (no age range printed) · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 17 · 1:00 PMFamily Discovery Walks at Mission TrailsKumeyaay Lake Campground (Mission Trails Regional Park) · Ideal for families with children ages 5–12 years, but all ages are welcome · FREE
Sat, Oct 17 · 11:00 AMFelting Vessels Workshop with Lorrie TeatesEscondido Arts Partnership Municipal Gallery · Check age guidance · Fee not printed; materials provided
Sat, Oct 17 · 4:00 PMHaunted Trails at Dos PicosDos Picos County Park · Family-friendly (may not be suitable for those easily startled) · Parking: $5
Sat, Oct 17 · 9:00 AMHowl-O-Ween Harvest Family FestivalHelen Woodward Animal Center (Humane Education Campus) · Perfect for preschool through elementary-aged kids · Not stated (booking required; see booking page)
Sat, Oct 17 · 8:00 AMRanger-led Interpretive HikeSycamore Canyon/Goodan Ranch · Check age guidance · Not stated on the listing
Sat, Oct 17 · 4:00 PMSpooky Trails at Hellhole Canyon PreserveHellhole Canyon County Preserve · Family-friendly; activities for all ages · Free parking; no admission fee listed
Sat, Oct 17 · 11:30 AMStar Wars Reads DayEscondido Public Library · Age wording not captured · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 17 · 11:00 AMSweetwater Safari Hike at Living Coast Discovery CenterLiving Coast Discovery Center · Check age guidance · Fee not printed in the calendar listing; general admission Adults (13+) $22, Children (3-12) $16
Sun, Oct 18 · 10:00 AMFall Festival at San Dieguito County ParkSan Dieguito County Park · All Ages · Free (donations welcome); $5 onsite parking
Sun, Oct 18 · 12:00 PMPicnic with the GoatsLos Penasquitos Ranch House · Check age guidance · Not stated on the listing
Sun, Oct 18 · 11:00 AMPumpkin Patch at Waterfront ParkWaterfront Park · Free pumpkins for children ages 0 -17 while supplies last · FREE family event
Mon, Oct 19 · 4:00 PMHallow-ZINEChula Vista Public Library - Otay Ranch Branch Library · Teen Program (13-17) (calendar category) · Check official pricing
Mon, Oct 19 · 4:00 PMOPL Scares Movie Monday: ScoobOceanside Public Library - Civic Center Library · Family-friendly film; library tags Children (ages 0-12) through Teens (ages 13-17); meal for kids ages 0–18 · Free family-friendly film; no registration needed
Wed, Oct 21 · 4:00 PMKids Coding CampNational City Public Library · Kids (per title; exact ages not read) · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 AMReading with ReptilesSan Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve · All ages are welcome · Free
Wed, Oct 21 · 3:30 PMTeen Craft: Pumpkin CarvingSan Diego County Library - Valley Center Branch · Geared towards kids ages 12-18 · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 22 · 3:00 PMCraft-ToberSan Diego County Library - Fletcher Hills Branch · Listing tags: Kids, English · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 22 · 4:00 PMEZ Science for KidsSan Diego County Library - Bonita-Sunnyside Branch · Simple science experiments for kids 5-10 years old · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 22 · 6:00 PMSTEAM: Floating GhostsChula Vista Public Library - Civic Center Branch Library · Kids Program (calendar category) · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 22 · 4:30 PMTeen Sewing 101 WorkshopEscondido Public Library · Age Group: Teens · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 23 · 7:00 PMCharlie and the Chocolate Factory (San Diego Junior Theatre)Casa del Prado Theatre, Balboa Park · All ages are welcome · Individual ticket prices shown at checkout; groups of 15+ $16 per ticket with code GRP79
Fri, Oct 23 · 4:30 PMMake and Create for TeensOceanside Public Library - Mission Branch Library · Library tags: Tweens (ages 8-12), Teens (ages 13-17) · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 23 · 10:30 AMOPL Scares: Pre-K STEAMOceanside Public Library - Civic Center Library · Children ages 2-5, and their caregivers · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 23 · 7:00 PMStar Party at Mt. Woodson Gateway County PreserveMt. Woodson Gateway County Preserve · All ages are welcome · No cost to attend
Fri, Oct 23 · 5:00 PMTrunk or Treat on SeacoastPier Plaza · Check age guidance · Not stated on the page
Sat, Oct 24 · 11:00 AMFull STEAM Ahead: Pour PaintingSan Diego County Library - Del Mar Branch · Listing tags: Kids, English · Check official pricing
Through Oct 25 · 1:00 PMHalloween Campout at Lake PowayLake Poway · Listing says 'little ghouls and goblins of all ages'; no minimum age stated. · $67 per car residents / $80 per car non-residents
Sat, Oct 24 · 10:30 AMHalloween CarnivalSan Diego County Library - Poway Branch · Kids (listing text truncated before age range) · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 24 · 7:00 PMHalloween Spooktacular at the Spreckels Organ PavilionSpreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park · All ages (not stated; Halloween-themed program) · Free and open to the public
Sat, Oct 24 · 3:30 PMLake Morena Halloween FestivalLake Morena County Park · Free all-ages event · Free; $5 parking
Sat, Oct 24 · 3:30 PMOnce Upon a Hallowe'enOld Poway Park · Haunted House not recommended for children under 5 years old. · FREE (event listing); Haunted House $1 per guest; train rides and carnival games for a nominal fee
Sat, Oct 24Pumpkin Decorating ContestSan Diego County Library - El Cajon Branch · Listing tags: Kids, Teens, Adults (no age range printed) · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 24 · 11:00 AMSaturday Art for Kids!Coronado Public Library · Age Group: Children · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 24 · 1:00 PMSpecial Performance: La RondallaChula Vista Public Library - Civic Center Branch Library · All Ages (calendar category) · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 24 · 10:00 AMSymphony Kids: Meet The Strings - Twinkle, Twinkle Little StarJacobs Music Center · Designed for children ages 0-5; all ages may attend · Ticket price shown as '--' on the page; tickets required for all attendees including babes in arms
Sat, Oct 24 · 6:00 PMTeen Lock-InSan Diego County Library - La Mesa Branch · Listing tags: Teens, English · Check official pricing
Sun, Oct 25 · 6:15 PMHalloween Movie in the Park: Hocus Pocus 2Old Poway Park · Described as family friendly; no age range printed. · Admission not stated on the event page
Sun, Oct 25 · 6:30 PMHaunted House at Old Poway ParkTemplars Hall, Old Poway Park · Not recommended for children under 5 years old. · $1 Per Person
Sun, Oct 25 · 1:00 PMShoebox Ofrendas with PicUp | Ofrendas en Cajas de ZapatosSan Diego County Library - Vista Branch · Listing tags: Kids, Adults, Older Adults 55+ (no age range printed) · Check official pricing
Sun, Oct 25 · 9:00 AMTrail Trek at Wilderness Gardens PreserveWilderness Gardens County Preserve · Free for all ages · Free; Parking: $5
Mon, Oct 26 · 4:00 PMOPL Scares Movie Monday: The Addams Family (2019)Oceanside Public Library - Civic Center Library · Family-friendly film; library tags Children (ages 0-12) through Teens (ages 13-17); meal for kids ages 0–18 · Free family-friendly film; no registration needed
Mon, Oct 26 · 5:00 PMOPL Scares: Pajama Pumpkin Patch StorytimeOceanside Public Library - John Landes Community Center Library · For 0-8 and their caregivers · Check official pricing
Mon, Oct 26 · 10:00 AMPreschool Nature Storytime: CrowsBuena Vista Audubon Nature Center · Preschool · Not stated
Tue, Oct 27 · 10:30 AMBoogie and Boo Concert with Hooray Miss MaraeSan Diego County Library - Rancho Santa Fe Branch · Birth to Five (listing audience tag); Early Learning · Check official pricing
Tue, Oct 27 · 10:30 AMOPL Scares: Pumpkin Patch StorytimeOceanside Public Library - Mission Branch Library · Children, ages 2-5, and their caregivers · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 28 · 10:30 AMBaby Boo Bash Halloween PartySan Diego County Library - Rancho Santa Fe Branch · Birth to Five (listing tag); babies and caregivers · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 28 · 4:00 PMBrick Builders ClubEscondido Public Library · Tween space program (age range not printed) · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 28 · 5:15 PMHalloween Recital & Autumn Figure Skating ShowcaseKroc Center Ice, The Salvation Army Kroc Center San Diego · Check age guidance · Free admission for spectators
Wed, Oct 28 · 5:30 PMHalloween Skates at Poway ICEThe Rinks - Poway ICE · Guests of all ages · General Admission - $18; Skate Rental - $8
Wed, Oct 28 · 5:00 PMMini Pumpkin PaintingChula Vista Public Library - Otay Ranch Branch Library · All Ages (calendar category) · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 28 · 11:00 AMNot-Too-Spooky StorytimeChula Vista Public Library - Civic Center Branch Library · Kids Program (calendar category) · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 28 · 4:00 PMOPL Scares: Craftology - Slime MakingOceanside Public Library - Mission Branch Library · Library tags: Children (ages 6-11), Tweens (ages 8-12) · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 28 · 4:00 PMTeen/Tween Halloween Movie NightSan Diego County Library - San Marcos Branch · Listing tags: Teens, English (no age range printed) · Check official pricing
Wed, Oct 28 · 4:00 PMTeenTober: Teen Escape RoomCarlsbad City Library on Dove Lane · Teens (per title; exact ages not read) · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 29 · 3:30 PMDia de Los Muertos Face PaintingSan Diego County Library - Rancho San Diego Branch · Listing tags: Afterschool, Teens, English (no age range printed) · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 29 · 11:00 AMMusical Fun with Nightingale MusicCoronado Public Library · Check age guidance · Check official pricing
Thu, Oct 29 · 6:00 PMSTEAM: Creature MasksChula Vista Public Library - Civic Center Branch Library · Kids Program (calendar category) · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 30 · 6:00 PMA Halloween in WonderlandCoronado Public Library · Check age guidance · Check official pricing
Fri, Oct 30 · 4:00 PMBig Blanket Movies: The Hunger GamesOceanside Public Library - Mission Branch Library · Teens and their families (library tag: Teens ages 13-17) · Free
Fri, Oct 30 · 7:30 PMSound of Two Cities: A Free Community Concert at The Rady ShellThe Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · Check age guidance · Free community concert; reservation required
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AMAnnual Costume Contest and Parade at Bates Nut FarmBates Nut Farm · Categories: Infant - 2 years old; 3-6 years old; 7-11 years old; 12 years old and up and/or families · Admission is free; Halloween Parking Special $5
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AMDía de los Muertos at Old Town San Diego State Historic ParkOld Town San Diego State Historic Park · All ages · Free
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AMDiscovery Tables at Mission Trails Visitor CenterMission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center · Kids and adults · Not stated
Sat, Oct 31 · 5:00 PMEncinitas Safe Trick-or-Treat 2026Downtown Encinitas, 101 Coast Highway (Lumberyard Courtyard) · Check age guidance · Trick-or-treating and arts activities; admission not stated
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30 AMFamily Movie Matinee: Halloween Movie MarathonSan Diego County Library - Cardiff-by-the-Sea Branch · Listing tags: Kids, Teens, Adults (no age range printed) · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 31 · 11:00 AMHalloween in the Village (Carlsbad)Carlsbad Village (multiple sites; costume contest at Village Faire Shopping Center) · Activities for children; no age range printed. · Carnival games at Boys & Girls Club: 'No entry fee' per page; no overall admission stated
Sat, Oct 31 · 2:00 PMHawktober Finale at El Monte County ParkEl Monte County Park · Open to all ages · FREE; Parking is $5
Sat, Oct 31 · 1:30 PMJulian Halloween Pet ParadeJulian Town Square (corner of Main and Washington) · Check age guidance · Registration form required; fee not stated
Sat, Oct 31 · 1:00 PMSTAR WARS HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR!San Diego County Library - 4S Ranch Branch · Listing tags: Kids, English (no age range printed) · Check official pricing
Sat, Oct 31 · 12:00 PMTrick or Treat on GrandHistoric Downtown Escondido (W Grand Ave) · Music and Halloween fun 'for all ages' per the organizer. · Free family fun (per organizer)
Sat, Oct 31 · 11:00 AMTrick or Treat Symphony: A Family Concert (San Diego Symphony)Jacobs Music Center · Recommended for children ages 6-12; children 2+ require a ticket; under 2 on a lap included · Ticket price shown as '--' on the page (select seats at purchase)
Sat, Oct 31 · 4:00 PMTrick-or-Treating in La Mesa VillageLa Mesa Village (La Mesa Blvd) · Check age guidance · FREE (per organizer)
Sun, Nov 1 · 1:30 PMCelebrate Día de MuertosEscondido Public Library · Age wording not captured · Check official pricing
Sun, Nov 1 · 10:00 AMDía de los Muertos Celebration | Free Event | Nov 1Dorothea Laub Music & Arts Center (Bldg 176), Arts District Liberty Station · Family-friendly! All ages welcome! · Free Event ($0.00, RSVP requested)
Sun, Nov 1 · 2:00 PMPaint Your SneakersBravo School of Art · Ages 7 - Adult · $66 Bravo member / $78 non-member + $8 Supplies fee
Sun, Nov 1 · 10:00 AMSunday Family Fun Day at San Elijo Lagoon Nature CenterSan Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve · Whole family (Nature Collective Dec 6 page: All (best-suited for children age 9 and younger)) · Free (donations welcome)
Through Jan 5 · 3:00 PMViejas Outdoor Ice RinkViejas Casino & Resort ice rink · 12 Yrs and Under priced separately · Adults and Teens $22; 12 Yrs and Under $20; 90 Minute Session, Rental Skates Included
Mon, Nov 2 · 4:00 PMKnights Realm Chess ClubEscondido Public Library · Age wording not captured · Check official pricing
Mon, Nov 2 · 4:00 PMMovie Monday: CocoOceanside Public Library - Civic Center Library · Family-friendly film; library tags Children (ages 0-12) through Teens (ages 13-17); meal for kids ages 0–18 · Free family-friendly film; no registration needed
Through Dec 31Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! at The Old GlobeDonald and Darlene Shiley Stage, The Old Globe, Balboa Park · For Ages 3+; children under three admitted only to 10:30 a.m. all-ages performances · Ticket prices not printed on the production page; free lap tickets for under-threes at 10:30 a.m. performances only
Thu, Nov 5 · 4:00 PMLet's Play Pokémon for ages 5-12 with ParentOceanside Public Library - Civic Center Library · Kids 5-12 years old with a parent · Check official pricing
Fri, Nov 6 · 5:00 PMFree Kids Craft | First Friday Open House (November 6)San Diego Craft Collective · great for children of all ages. Young children may need help from an accompanying adult · Free ($0.00, RSVP)
Sat, Nov 7 · 1:00 PMBLOOMING SEEDS SoCalSan Diego County Library - 4S Ranch Branch · Listing tags: Kids, English · Check official pricing
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AMDiscovery Tour at San Elijo LagoonSan Elijo Lagoon Nature Center (Nature Center Loop Trail) · Ages 9+ welcome · Free (Donations welcome)
Sat, Nov 7 · 6:00 PMKids Night Out, Parents' Night Off (Ages 5-10)Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus · Ages 5-10 years Old (5 year olds must be enrolled in TK and fully potty trained) · Price: $50 | JCC Member $40
Sat, Nov 7 · 12:30 PMThe Old Globe, Globe For All Tour - MacbethOceanside Public Library - Civic Center Library · Library tags all age groups (Children through Older Adults) · Admission is free
Sat, Nov 7 · 7:30 PMThe Wizard of Oz – JCompany Youth TheatreDavid & Dorothea Garfield Theatre, Lawrence Family JCC · Check age guidance · Price: $26 | JCC Member $22 | Day of Show $30
Sun, Nov 8 · 6:00 PMGlobe Christmas Tree Lighting CeremonyCopley Plaza, The Old Globe, Balboa Park · All ages · Free to the public
Mon, Nov 9 · 4:00 PMLibrary LittlesOceanside Public Library - Civic Center Library · Library tag: Children (ages 0-5) · Check official pricing
Wed, Nov 11 · 10:00 AMSan Diego Veterans Day Parade 2026Harbor Drive (in front of the County Administration Building), Downtown San Diego · Check age guidance · Admission not stated on the parade page
Wed, Nov 11 · 9:00 AMVeteran's Day Camp at the JCCLawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus · Grades UTK - 6 (4-5 year olds must be enrolled in UTK/TK and fully potty trained) · Price Per Day: $155 | JCC Members $125; extended care $18/hour | JCC Members $15/hour
Wed, Nov 11 · 10:00 AMVeteran's Day Parade (Fallbrook)Main Avenue, Fallbrook (parade route) · Check age guidance · Not stated on the page
Wed, Nov 11 · 11:00 AMVeterans Day Ceremony at Poway Veterans ParkVeterans Park (Poway) · Check age guidance · FREE
Thu, Nov 12 · 11:00 AMLittle Explorers: Baby Rave!Coronado Public Library · Little Explorers series (age not printed in captured text) · Check official pricing

Places and ongoing programs

Session in progressAfter-School Kids Textile Art (4 weeks)Bravo School of Art · Ages 7 - 14 · $132 Bravo member / $156 non-member + $20 Supplies fee (4 weeks)
Session in progressAfterschool Series | Ceramics for Kids | 6-12yrs | TuesdaysSan Diego Craft Collective · Ages 6-12 years welcome! · $135.00 – $180.00 per month (3-4 classes)
Session in progressAfterschool Series | Woodworking for Kids | 6-12yrs | MondaysSan Diego Craft Collective · Ages 6-12 years welcome! · $45.00 – $180.00 (drop-in date $45; monthly series up to $180)
Visit on your scheduleAgua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation Discovery CampusAgua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation Discovery Campus · Families with school-aged children (open to the public) · Suggested $15 donation for a group of up to 6 people; $25 for groups larger than 6; members complimentary
Recurring / by appointmentBaby LapsitEscondido Public Library · Baby (age wording not captured) · Check official pricing
Recurring / by appointmentBaby StorytimeOceanside Public Library - Mission Branch Library · Children, ages 0-2, and their caregiver · Check official pricing
Recurring / by appointmentBaby StorytimeCoronado Public Library · Baby (age wording not captured) · Check official pricing
Recurring / by appointmentBalboa Park Resident Free DaysBalboa Park museums · All ages; children under 12 accompanied by an adult at most museums · Free general admission for City and County of San Diego residents and active military with dependents (photo ID with address); non-residents pay regular admission
Visit on your scheduleBelmont ParkBelmont Park · Check age guidance · Pricing not captured (pricing page returned 404)
Recurring / by appointmentBilingual Story Time (English/español)Oceanside Public Library - John Landes Community Center Library · For children from 2 to 5 years old and their families · Check official pricing
Visit on your scheduleBirch Aquarium at ScrippsBirch Aquarium at Scripps · All ages; children 2 and under always free · Walk-up: Adult (13+) $39.95, Child (3-12) $34.95; Online: Adult $34.95, Child $29.95 (online only; save up to $20 on select dates/times); children 2 and under free; groups of 10+: adults $31.95, child $26.95
Visit on your scheduleBuena Vista Audubon Nature CenterBuena Vista Audubon Nature Center · All ages · Not stated
Visit on your scheduleCabrillo National MonumentCabrillo National Monument · Check age guidance · Private Vehicle $20.00; Per Person (foot/bicycle) $10.00; Individuals 15 years old and younger are admitted free of charge
Recurring / by appointmentChess Club for Tweens and TeensOceanside Public Library - Civic Center Library · For ages 8-17 · Check official pricing
Visit on your scheduleChildren's Museum of Discovery (Escondido)Children's Museum of Discovery · Children under the age of one free; designed for young children and families · Children & Adults $17.00 per person; members and children under one free; Military & Veteran $13.00; EBT/SNAP/CalFresh/WIC $3.00 per person (up to four per card); group rate (10+) $14.00
Visit on your scheduleComic-Con MuseumComic-Con Museum · All ages; children under 6 free; children and youth must be accompanied by an adult (18+) · Adult (18+) $30; Senior (65+) $20; Student $20; Military Active Duty & Veteran $20; Junior (13-17) $20; Youth (6-12) $15; Child (under 6) free; Resident Free Tuesday 2nd Tuesday of most months (excluding December)
Recurring / by appointmentCuentos Para NiñosOceanside Public Library - Civic Center Library · Para niños de 2 a 5 años y sus familias (children 2 to 5 and their families) · Check official pricing
Visit on your scheduleCuyamaca Rancho State ParkCuyamaca Rancho State Park · Check age guidance · Vehicle Day Use: $10.00
Recurring / by appointmentFH Early Childhood Music (ages 3–4)Villa Musica Fletcher Hills · ages 3 – 4 · Class Fee: $337.50 (15 weeks)
Recurring / by appointmentFH Group Guitar for Kids – Level I Session 2 – Dolce (ages 7–12)Villa Musica Fletcher Hills · ages 7 – 12 · Course Fee: $225 (10 weeks) + $32 (Guitar Play Book)
Visit on your scheduleFleet Science CenterFleet Science Center · All ages; Kids ages 2 and under have free admission · The Fleet Experience: Adults (13+) $21.95, Seniors (65+) $19.95, Juniors (3-12) $18.95, ages 2 and under free; Movies in the Dome $18 all ages (not included); Residents' Free Day first Tuesday of each month (county residents, local students, active-duty military with ID), dome shows $9.95 that day
Session in progressFree Second Sunday and Free Third Thursday at MCASD La JollaMuseum of Contemporary Art San Diego · All ages · Free general admission for all on Second Sundays and Third Thursdays
Recurring / by appointmentFrench Kindergarten Literacy (Ages 5-6)Alliance Française de San Diego · Ages 5-6 (5-6 years old) · Was $445.50 · Now $324.00 (8 of 11 sessions)
Recurring / by appointmentGame NightOceanside Public Library - John Landes Community Center Library · For ages 10-17 · Check official pricing
Session in progressHoliday Roller Rink in Downtown EscondidoHoliday Roller Rink, Maple Street (Downtown Escondido) · Youth protective gear is limited; no age range printed. · Admission and rental fees not stated in the text reviewed
Recurring / by appointmentIntroduction to Python — Free Tech Club Meetup (grades 4-12)The LEAGUE of Amazing Programmers – Carmel Valley Campus · students in grades 4-12 · Free (free community program)
Visit on your scheduleJapanese Friendship Garden & MuseumJapanese Friendship Garden & Museum · All ages; children ages 6 and younger are free · General $16; Student, Senior (65+), Active Military, EBT/SNAP $14; children 6 and under free; San Diego Resident Free Tuesday 10/20 10am-5pm with proof of residency
Recurring / by appointmentJava Weekly Classes – The LEAGUE of Amazing ProgrammersThe LEAGUE of Amazing Programmers – Carmel Valley Campus · kids and teens (specific grade range not printed on the class page) · Tuition not printed on the class page
Recurring / by appointmentKid's Craft NightNational City Public Library · Library Events - Children (category tag) · Check official pricing
Session in progressKidzone at the ParkPotrero County Park · Ages 4-12 · Free
Recurring / by appointmentLearn to Skate Classes at Poway ICEThe Rinks - Poway ICE · Ages 3-6 (Tot / Parent & Me); Ages 7-16 (Youth Basic 1 / Youth Hockey 1); Ages 17 & up · $196.00 for 8-week session - $24.50 per class; plus $20 Learn to Skate USA membership
Recurring / by appointmentLearn to Skate: Youth (Ages 3-12) at Kroc Center IceKroc Center Ice, The Salvation Army Kroc Center San Diego · Ages 3-12: Parent & Me (Ages 3+), Ice Explorers (Ages 3-6), Youth Beginning (Ages 7–12) · Session fee not printed on the page
Recurring / by appointmentLego Club (Otay Ranch)Chula Vista Public Library - Otay Ranch Branch Library · Kids Program (calendar category) · Check official pricing
Visit on your scheduleLEGOLAND California ResortLEGOLAND California Resort · Geared for families with children ages 2-12 · Promotional pricing shown: Kids Tickets from $39, Adult Tickets from $69 (offer ends November 1, 2026); standard gate prices not printed; annual passes from $19/month with 12-month minimum
Recurring / by appointmentLittle ExplorersEscondido Public Library · Age wording not captured · Check official pricing
Recurring / by appointmentLittle Leapers at Sky Zone San MarcosSky Zone Trampoline Park San Marcos · your little ones (no age limit printed) · Little Leaper $10 | Adult $5
Visit on your scheduleLiving Coast Discovery CenterLiving Coast Discovery Center · All ages; children 2 and under free · Adults (13+) $22; Children (3-12) $16; Children (2 and under) free; Student and Senior (65+) discount $19.80; members free
Visit on your scheduleMaritime Museum of San DiegoMaritime Museum of San Diego · All ages; ages 5 and under free; children must be accompanied by an adult · General Admission: Adult $28 walk-up / $30.36 online; Military & Senior (62+) $20 / $21.69; Youth (6-17) $15 / $16.34; Ages 5 & under free
Visit on your scheduleMingei International MuseumMingei International Museum · All ages; Youth (17 and under) free · Exhibitions Level: Adults (18+) $15, Seniors (65+) $10, Educators/Students/Military with ID $10, Youth (17 and under) free, Museums for All (EBT, SNAP, WIC) free; $5 after 5pm Fridays; free for all third Tuesday; Entry Level always free
Visit on your scheduleMission Trails Regional Park Visitor CenterMission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center · Check age guidance · Park entry fee not printed; guided walks are free and open to the public, with no reservations required
Visit on your scheduleMuseum of Contemporary Art San Diego (La Jolla)Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego · All ages; 25 and under free · General $25; San Diego County and Tijuana residents $20; Students, Educators & Older Adults (55+) $15; Members free; free for 25 and under, SNAP/EBT, visitors with disabilities, military; free for all every Second Sunday and Third Thursday
Visit on your scheduleMuseum of UsMuseum of Us · All ages; children 5 and under do not need a ticket · Adults $21.95; Seniors (62+), military, students and teachers with ID, youth (6-17) $16.95; children 5 and under free; California Tower tour +$10.00; Residents Free Day 4th Tuesday (not December); Museums for All / financial hardship admission available
Recurring / by appointmentNat at Night at the San Diego Natural History MuseumSan Diego Natural History Museum · All ages; children 2 and under free; adult must accompany youth 15 and under · Nat at Night admission after 5 PM: Adult $12.50, Youth (3-17) $8.50; children 2 and under free
Visit on your schedulePalomar Mountain State ParkPalomar Mountain State Park · Check age guidance · Vehicle Day Use: $10.00
Recurring / by appointmentPre-Ballet (ages 3-6) – San Diego Ballet SchoolSan Diego Ballet · For Children ages 3-6 · Tuition listed via 'Beginner Tuition' purchase links; amount not captured
Recurring / by appointmentPre-Ballet and Kinder Ballet – City Ballet School of San DiegoCity Ballet School of San Diego · Ages: 4-5, preschool · $165 per 10-week quarter (Pre/Kinder Ballet Program)
Recurring / by appointmentPreschool Storytime (Georgina Cole Library)Georgina Cole Library · For ages three to five · Free ticket required (distributed at 9:00 AM)
Visit on your schedulePublic Ice Skating at Kroc Center IceKroc Center Ice, The Salvation Army Kroc Center San Diego · Check age guidance · Admission & Skate Rental - $25 per session; Kroc Members $20; group rate $17 for 20+; buy online 48 hours in advance and save $5
Visit on your schedulePublic Skating at Poway ICEThe Rinks - Poway ICE · Guests of all ages · General Admission - $18; Skate Rental - $8
Recurring / by appointmentRhyme & Shine StorytimeEscondido Public Library · Age wording not captured · Check official pricing
Recurring / by appointmentRookies and Rock 101 at School of Rock San DiegoSchool of Rock San Diego · Rookies Ages 7-8; Rock 101 Ages 8-13; Performance Program Ages 8-18 · Tuition not printed on the page
Visit on your scheduleSan Diego Air & Space MuseumSan Diego Air & Space Museum · All ages; children 2 and under free; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult · Adults (12 and over) $35.00; Seniors 65+/Student/Retired Military with ID $29.00; Youth (3-11) $22.00; Active Duty Military $15.00; Children 2 and under free; Docent Basement Tours $10 per person over 12; San Diego County Residents Free Day 2nd Tuesday of each month except December and January
Visit on your scheduleSan Diego Automotive MuseumSan Diego Automotive Museum · Check age guidance · Admission prices are not printed on the Visit page opened; free for San Diego County residents on the 4th Tuesday of most months (not September or December)
Visit on your scheduleSan Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat)San Diego Natural History Museum · All ages; children 2 and under free; an adult must accompany youth 15 and under · All day admission: Adult $24.95, Youth (3-17) $16.95, children 2 and under free; Nat at Night (Fridays after 5 PM): Adult $12.50, Youth (3-17) $8.50; Balboa Park Explorer and GoCard holders free; Residents' Free Day first Tuesday of the month
Visit on your scheduleSan Diego ZooSan Diego Zoo · All ages; child tickets ages 3-11 · 1-Day Pass: Adult (12+) $78, Child (3-11) $68; online price shown as $73 adult / $63 child; 2-Visit Pass (Zoo + Safari Park) $156 adult / $136 child ($130 / $120 online); memberships from $99 per person
Visit on your scheduleSan Diego Zoo Safari ParkSan Diego Zoo Safari Park · All ages; child tickets ages 3-11 · 1-Day Pass: Adult (12+) $78, Child (3-11) $68; online $73 / $63; 2-Visit Pass (Zoo + Safari Park) $156 adult / $136 child ($130 / $120 online); memberships from $99 per person
Visit on your scheduleSan Elijo Lagoon Nature CenterSan Elijo Lagoon Nature Center · All ages · Not stated
Recurring / by appointmentSpreckels Organ Sunday ConcertsSpreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park · All ages · Free and open to the public
Recurring / by appointmentStorytime (National City)National City Public Library · Check age guidance · Check official pricing
Visit on your scheduleThe New Children's MuseumThe New Children's Museum · Children under 1 free; built for children and families · Children (under 1) free; Children (1+) $20; Adults (18+) $25; Seniors (65+) $20; Military with ID $20; Educators $20; Museums for All (EBT/SNAP/WIC) $5 in person, up to 4 per card; members free
Recurring / by appointmentToddler TalesEscondido Public Library · Toddler (age wording not captured) · Check official pricing
Recurring / by appointmentToddler Time (Dove Lane)Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane · For ages 18 months to 36 months · Free ticket required, distributed at the Children's Desk
Recurring / by appointmentToddler-Preschool StorytimeOceanside Public Library - Civic Center Library · Children, ages 2-5, and their caregivers · Check official pricing
Recurring / by appointmentTrail Tykes at Mission TrailsMission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center · 2-5-year-old set · Free; suggested $5 donation per family, per session (optional)
Visit on your scheduleUSS Midway MuseumUSS Midway Museum · All ages; children 3 and younger free · Online: Adults (13+) $39, Youth (4-12) $29 ($41 / $31 at the door); Veterans with ID $26; children 3 and younger, active-duty military and reservists free; Museums for All $5 with SNAP EBT (up to four)
Recurring / by appointmentVertical Hold Youth Rec Team – San DiegoVertical Hold San Diego · For ages 7-17, All levels of climbing · One class/week, $140.00 monthly; Two classes/week, $190.00 monthly