Listeners, if you are in San Diego this Halloween Friday and looking for what’s buzzing in the city, this week and weekend bring an excitement-packed lineup of events for every taste and style.

Tonight the Gaslamp Quarter transforms into a wild playground for the San Diego Zombie Crawl. Those twenty-one and over can join the ultimate costume party with entry to over two dozen bars and nightclubs along Fifth Avenue. Expect DJs, dancing, live entertainment, welcome shots, and killer drink specials all night long. American Junkie hosts the opening party, and the path is mapped so you can crawl at your pace, staying as long as you please at each haunt. Even the after parties are included for those who dare to dance into the early morning. According to the Gaslamp Event Management, this is San Diego’s iconic Halloween bar crawl and a can’t-miss annual tradition.

If ghost stories make your Halloween, the Gaslamp Quarter Ghost Tour offers an adults-only trek through San Diego’s most haunted historic sites. Across two intense hours, guides dive into true crime, brothels, and infamous spirits lurking beneath the city's glitter. Tour stops include the Davis-Horton House and the famously haunted Horton Grand Hotel, making this the go-to option for those craving a darker tale in the heart of the city.

Looking to raise a glass above it all, hit up Nova SD’s Hickies: Halloween rooftop party at 454 Sixth Avenue. From 9 PM onward, dance with panoramic views of the city skyline and groove with fellow Halloween revellers. These events are strictly 21 and up.

Not all is spooky! Take a break and delve into history with the Old Town Walking History Tour, running today and through the weekend. Historians in full costume will guide you through the stories and secrets of California’s birthplace. This lively daytime tour is family-friendly and reveals a side of Old Town most visitors miss, including exclusive access to Victorian homes in Heritage Park. It’s a perfect activity for anyone wanting to soak up San Diego sunshine and stories without the scare factor, as highlighted by the San Diego Tourism Authority.

The city also celebrates Día de los Muertos in Old Town on Saturday and Sunday with vibrant altars, music, and traditional food, all culminating in a candlelit procession on Sunday night to honor loved ones. CBS 8 San Diego notes this is one of the most heartfelt celebrations in the county.

For culture fans, the San Diego Civic Theatre presents the opera Pagliacci from tonight through Sunday. It’s a great chance to experience classic Italian opera without leaving the city.

That sums up a lively and diverse week in San Diego, from haunting parties to historical discoveries and cultural delights. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to subscribe for more ways to explore San Diego. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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