Each October, San Diego draws headless zombies and warted witches from all corners of the globe to its many infamous haunts. Visit the Hotel del Coronado where it is said Kate Morgan died mysteriously waiting for her love. Roger Whitaker, a murdered gambler who frequented the Stingaree, still occupies room 309 at the Horton Grand Hotel. The Grande Colonial in La Jolla, a temporary barracks during WWII, hosts the spirits of slain servicemen. Balboa Park offers mayhem and macabre on the Haunted Trail where you will cry for mercy at the hands of a chainsaw killer. The Haunted Hotel, an annual favorite with an unmatched scare meter, is located in the heart of the Gaslamp District. The Maritime Museum features haunts of a seafaring kind. Climb aboard the Star of India and meet the ghosts of unfortunate sailors who roam the ship. Kids will love Legoland California's Brick or Treat featuring special After Dark activities. Experience a round-up of San Diego's haunted highlights by hopping on the purple bus with Haunted San Diego Ghost Tours or relax in a limo with Ghostly Tours in History.
| Padres Baseball April-September |
| San Diego Rock n' Roll Marathon May 31, 2009 |
| San Diego County Fair mid June-early July 2009 |
| Del Mar Racetrack mid July-Labor Day 2009 |
| San Diego Pride Festival July 18 & 19, 2009 |
| Chargers Football September-January |
| Miramar Air Show October 3-5, 2008 |
| Haunted San Diego October 1-31 |
| December Nights December 5-6, 2008 |
| Pacific Life Holiday Bowl December 30, 2008 |