October is one of the best times to visit San Diego because of how many great events are planned around Halloween. Maybe it is the influence of Mexican culture (Dia De Los Muertos) or the great weather in October, but Halloween in San Diego is one long party. Haunted houses, haunted theme parks, and raging Halloween parties all await you in San Diego. This holiday is fun for all ages, and sometimes you can catch the adults getting more into it than the kids.

Haunted Houses:

The Haunted Hotel in Gaslamp Sep. 24 – Oct. 31, 2010: Known as the scariest haunted house in San Diego, the Haunted Hotel will get a scream out of even the bravest souls. Zombies, clowns, chainsaws and much more await you in the deep basement of an old San Diego building. Ranked in the top 13 haunted houses in America, you better bring a change of underwear if you plan on going through the Haunted Hotel. Tickets cost $15-$17.

Haunted Trail at Balboa Park Sep. 24 – Oct. 31, 2010: If you thought a haunted house was scary, wait until you venture out onto this trail where insanely scary folks are waiting for you and attacking you from all directions. Wide open space can be much scarier and when it is pitch black out you have no idea what is coming your way, or maybe even following you. This mile long trail is known to scare the living daylights out of everyone, so it isn’t for the faint of heart. Tickets cost $15-$17.

Scream Zone at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, Dates Open Sep. 24 & 25, and Oct. 1-3, 7-10, 14-17, and 21-31: By far the largest Halloween attraction that is sure to scare all walks of life is at the Del Mar “Scaregrounds”. With three different attractions on the property, you can pick and choose or test yourself by taking on all three frightening haunts. The “Haunted Hayride” is a one-of-a-kind attraction where riders have no control of where they go and they must simply let the ghosts and ghouls attack them. Next, try your luck in “The House of Horror,” where blood curdling screams, intense lighting, and chainsaws await your arrival. Finally, see if you can find your way through “The Chamber” which has the largest “spinning tunnel” that will surely scare you and get you lost. Tickets Cost $15-$28.

Monster Manor Ghastley Studios, Dates Open Oct. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23 and 27-31: The new favorite scare in San Diego takes place in Mira Mesa, where the famous Ghastley Studios are recreated. You will walk through the haunted studio set while actors are filming scary films with extreme realism that will make you want to turn around and run. The Ghastley Studios were famous for actors and crew mysteriously disappearing from the set in the early 20th century, and now it is your turn to see if you can survive the realistic horror film industry. Tickets Cost $12.

Adult Parties:

10th Annual Dos Equis XX Monster Bash Oct. 30, 2010: If you are looking for the biggest Halloween party in San Diego, this is for you. The craziest costumes will be here, competing for the $3,000 grand prize. The party is known for its seductive themes and with ice cold Dos Equis flowing all night, people are bound to get a bit crazy. Tickets Cost $25.

Heaven & Hell 2010 Oct. 30, 2010: Located at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, this is another massive Halloween bash featuring provocative costume dancers on three separate dance floors, one of which is outdoors. Headlining the music at this party are the super popular artists Fedde Le Grand and Wolfgang Gartner.  Get your tickets fast because this event sells out every year. Tickets Cost $40.

Halloween 2010 at the Hard Rock Hotel Oct. 30, 2010: 3 floors, 5 venues, and 10 DJs are setting up at the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego for one killer Halloween party. Last year Playboy had a hand in making this one of the craziest parties of the night and this year they only plan on going bigger and better. Tickets Cost $45.

7th Annual Halloween Ball at The Prado in Balboa Park Oct. 30, 2010: The Prado in Balboa Park is one of San Diego’s top venues and DJHere hosts the Halloween Ball once again this year. DJHere always puts on a killer show and 2010 will not disappoint. A costume contest, over 20 bars, and 3 rooms with music set up will create one of the biggest parties of the year. Get your tickets and arrive early, because this event is packed with San Diego’s hottest adults and craziest costumes. Tickets Cost $45.

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Halloween Heat Freeze Frame at the Belly Up Tavern Oct. 30, 2010: The Belly Up is consistently voted one of the best concert venues in San Diego and always puts on a great show. Their annual Halloween party is unique from the others because it takes you back to the 80’s with what they call “80’s Heat Freeze Frame.” They are known for their killer 80’s costume parties, and now they put a Halloween twist on it that should result in one great party. Everyone loves classic 80’s songs and dressing up; and it is even better on the beaches of San Diego. Tickets Cost $25.