20 Things to Do in Southern California This October
October in Southern California brings pumpkin patches, Halloween thrills, mountain getaways, and plenty of reasons to spend a day by the ocean. Our October 2026 flyer features 20 ideas to help you make the most of the month.
For seasonal fun, visit Disneyland’s Halloween Time, running through October 31, or get your adrenaline pumping at Knott’s Scary Farm and Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights on select evenings. Families looking for pumpkins and fall photo opportunities can head to Irvine Park Railroad in Orange or Tanaka Farms in Irvine.
Make room for a cultural night out at the Newport Beach Film Festival, October 15–22. For German-inspired food, music, and a festive evening with friends, Fairplex Oktoberfest in Pomona runs Friday and Saturday nights from October 2–17 for adults 21 and older.
Ready for a change of scenery? Explore Oak Glen’s apple country, treat yourself to apple pie in Julian, or plan a Big Bear mountain escape. Check orchard availability before leaving, and remember that fall colors depend on weather and elevation.
Closer to the coast, enjoy a walk at Crystal Cove, browse galleries and stroll Heisler Park in Laguna Beach, or book a Dana Point whale-watching cruise. Wildlife sightings vary, but the ocean views are part of the experience.
Our flyer also includes Griffith Observatory, the Getty Center, the Huntington Gardens, Balboa Park, and La Jolla Cove. And yes—there’s a golf outing on the list! Torrey Pines offers a memorable setting for a round; plan ahead for tee times.
Save the flyer, choose a few favorites, and check current hours, reservations, and ticket availability before heading out.
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