Spooky season is back in Oceanside and there are festive events happening around town all month long. Check out these upcoming activities perfect for witches and ghouls of every age to take part in and enjoy!

4th Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest

When: October 23rd, 1-4pm

Where: Northern Pine Brewing, 326 N Horne St, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA

The Northern Pine Pumpkin Carving Contest is back for another fun family-friendly pumpkin carving contest. $15 for adults 21+ gets you a pumpkin, beer, and carving tools. $10 for kids gets you a pumpkin, carving tools, and a Halloween treat from Northern Pine. Reservations required and costumes highly recommended! For more information, visit https://www.northernpinebrewing.com/event-details-registration/4th-annual-pumpkin-carving-contest

Dia de los Muertos Festival

When: October 24th 10-4pm

Where: Downtown Oceanside 

The 20th Annual Oceanside Dia de los Muertos Festival will be a fun family-friendly day celebrating Dia de los Muertos. The event will include traditional live entertainment, music, community and family altars, a Classic Car Show, marigolds from Mellano Flowers, children’s activity areas, and more. There will be something for everyone! More information about the event can be viewed at: www.friendsofoceansidediadelosmuertos.org

Haunted Sunset Market

When: October 28th from 5-9pm

Where: Pier View Way

The Sunset Market will become a Haunted Market in honor of Halloween! Complete with Kids Trick or Treating, a Costume Parade, an Evil Laugh & Blood Curdling Scream Contest, and Halloween Music all night long. For more information, visit www.sunsetmarket.com

Halloween Costume GlowBall

When: October 30th from 6-10pm

Where: Arrowood Golf Course

GlowBall is back at Arrowood Golf Course! Featuring drink and dinner specials, a costume contest, and glow-in-the-dark golf, this will be the perfect place to celebrate Halloween! Space is limited, so sign up today: https://arrowoodgolf.com/

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