š Celebrate Halloween and Our Grand Opening in Carlsbad!
Looking for unforgettable Carlsbad Halloween weekend events this October? Hereās the big news: The Dinner Detective Carlsbad is opening on October 25, 2025ājust in time to kick off spooky season with a bang!
Whether you’re craving a creepy date night, planning an epic group outing, or just love all things suspenseful and strange, this list has the top Halloween events Carlsbad has to offer. From our grand opening murder mystery dinner to haunted hikes and ghostly pop-ups, your Halloween weekend plans just found their main character moment.
šµļøāāļø Location: Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa
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Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
šļø Tickets: Buy Grand Opening Tickets ā https://m360.us/160e
The nationās largest interactive murder mystery dinner show is finally coming to Carlsbadāand weāre launching on Halloween weekend! This immersive, hilarious, and fully interactive experience includes:
š„ A full four-course dinner
š Hidden actors in the audience
š§© Clues, twists, and a surprise ending
š Halloween-themed bonus elements just for opening night
Whether you’re a seasoned sleuth or a first-time guest, it’s one of the most exciting Carlsbad Halloween weekend events of the season. Costumes encouraged, laughter guaranteed.
2. Enjoy the Fall Fun at Carlsbad Strawberry Company
Looking for something festive during Halloween weekend? The Carlsbad Strawberry Company transforms into a fall wonderland, complete with a pumpkin patch, corn maze, tractor rides, and weekend food vendors. Itās the perfect daytime event before your evening murder mystery dinner.
Best For: Families, fall lovers, date day adventures
Website: carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com
3. Visit the Halloween-Themed SEA LIFE Aquarium at LEGOLANDĀ®
SEA LIFE Aquarium gets a spooky seasonal makeover each October with underwater pumpkin carving demos, creepy creature features, and interactive Halloween fun for kids. Itās a great daytime activity before your evening mystery dinner.
Best For: Families with kids, LEGOLAND passholders, educational fun
Website: visitsealife.com/california
4. The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
Just 30ā40 minutes south of Carlsbad, San Diego’s iconic Haunted Trail of Balboa Park is a must for horror fans. This mile-long outdoor trail winds through the trees, with terrifying scenes, immersive sets, and scare actors around every corner. It’s consistently ranked among the top haunted attractions in Southern California.
Best For: Horror lovers, date nights, thrill-seeking friend groups
Website: hauntedtrail.net
5. Oceanside Dia de los Muertos Festival
Just north of Carlsbad, Oceanside’s DĆa de los Muertos Festival brings culture, color, and community to Mission San Luis Rey. Taking place the weekend before Halloween, this vibrant event features live music, traditional altars, skull face painting, food vendors, and cultural performances.
Best For: Families, cultural explorers, fall festival lovers
Website: friendsofthemission.org
6. Carlsbad Creepy Crawl in the Village
Carlsbad’s official Halloween bar crawl is back with themed cocktails, costume contests, and spooky surprises throughout the Village. Hosted by Visit Carlsbad, this 21+ event lets you hop between local bars, pubs, and restaurants for a night of fright and fun.
Best For: Adults, bar hoppers, Halloween night out
Website: Carlsbad Creepy Crawl
Final Word: Your Halloween Weekend Plans Are Solved šµļø
Whether youāre here for thrills, chills, or craft cocktails, these Carlsbad Halloween weekend events offer something for every ghost and ghoul. But if you’re looking for immersive entertainment and unforgettable laughs, The Dinner Detective Carlsbad Grand Opening is the event of the season.