Gaslamp & Chills

HARD ROCK HALLOWEEN: CIRQUE NOCTURNE | SAN DIEGO 2025

Saturday, Nov 1st | 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego • Gaslamp Quarter

3 Floors ~ 7 Rooms ~ 15+ DJs

Step right up and experience the magic and mystery of Cirque Nocturne this Halloween at the iconic Hard Rock Hotel San Diego in the Gaslamp Quarter! This one-of-a-kind Halloween event transforms the hotel into a circus of thrills, featuring three floors of entertainment, 15 of San Diego’s top DJs, and seven themed party areas:

• The Candy Bar – 207 Bar transformed into a decadent lounge of sweet treats.

• The Midway – Circus-themed photo ops and surprises along the second-floor walkway between Edge and Legends Ballrooms.

• Oddities – Step into bizarre sights and sideshow wonders inside the Edge Ballroom.

• The Crystal Ball – Gothic shadows, deep magic, and fortune-telling inside Legends Ballroom.

• Two Fast Pass Arcades – With a Fast Pass ticket, enjoy arcade-style lounges and bar service at Encore (second floor) and Float (rooftop).

• The Big Top – Dance the night away under the stars on the rooftop for a circus-inspired party full of adventure.

Tickets are on sale now and moving fast—don’t miss San Diego’s most electrifying Halloween party in the Gaslamp Quarter!

MOVIES AT THE MUSEUM

Presented by the Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House

Gaslamp Museum | Check- in 6:45 PM

Experience classic horror films inside San Diego’s oldest standing structure — if you dare. Each screening includes an after-hours, candlelit, self-guided haunted stories tour of the Davis-Horton House. Limited seating. Outside snacks permitted.

Tickets: $10
Location: Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House, 410 Island Ave.
Check-in: 6:45 PM | No entry after 7:15 PM
Showtime: 7:15 PM

Screenings:

• Night of the Living Dead – Thursday, October 16, 2025

• Plan 9 from Outer Space – Thursday, October 23, 2025

• House on Haunted Hill – Thursday, October 30, 2025

WITCHES OF THE WESTGATE TEA | SAN DIEGO HALLOWEEN 2025

Saturday, Oct 25th & Sunday, Oct 26th | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Le Fontainebleau, The Westgate Hotel – Gaslamp Quarter

Celebrate the witching season with a deliciously magical afternoon tea inside the haunted Le Fontainebleau room at the Westgate Hotel. Dress in your most enchanting costume and enjoy an elegant Halloween tea service complete with:

• House-made pastries and savory sandwiches

• Gourmet teas and seasonal beverages

• Bewitching décor and photo-worthy activations

• Champagne for adults and a take-home gift for children

Create unforgettable memories this Halloween in one of San Diego’s most iconic historic hotels. Seating is limited — reserve your table early.

This is a family-friendly event. Reservations required.

SAN DIEGO ZOMBIE CRAWL 2025 — HALLOWEEN + DIA DE LOS MUERTOS

Exclusive Deal: Use promo code GQA10 at checkout to save 10%.

Friday, Oct 24th – Saturday, Oct 25th & Thursday, Oct 30th – Saturday, Nov 1st | 6 PM – 2 AM
Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego

Get ready to crawl through the Gaslamp Quarter this Halloween season with San Diego Zombie Crawl 2025 — Southern California’s #1 Halloween and Día de Los Muertos celebration!

This 5-night festival transforms the heart of Downtown San Diego into an undead playground with:

• Access to 25+ bars, restaurants & nightclubs

• 10+ Welcome Potions & devilish drink specials

• Exclusive dining deals, DJs, dancing, and more

• $400+ worth of adult treats included in every ticket

Follow the trail of the undead through Gaslamp’s premier nightlife destinations and celebrate Día de Los Muertos with live entertainment, themed activations, and unforgettable party energy.

​THE SHOUT! HOUSE: FAMILY-FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN NIGHT | SAN DIEGO 2025

Sunday, Oct 19th | Two Shows

• 1st Show: Doors 1:00 PM | Show 1:30 PM

• 2nd Show: Doors 4:00 PM | Show 4:30 PM

Location: The Shout! House Dueling Pianos, 655 4th Ave, Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA 92101

 Join us for a spooktacular family-friendly Halloween celebration at The Shout! House Dueling Piano Bar! Get ready to dress up, sing along, and make unforgettable Halloween memories with the whole family.

Highlights of the Event:

• Costume Contest – Show off your spooky, silly, or magical Halloween costumes for a chance to win prizes.

• Family-Friendly Dueling Piano Show – High-energy pianists deliver fun music that gets everyone clapping, singing, and dancing.

• Delicious Food & Drinks – Options for kids and adults to enjoy together.

• All Ages Welcome – From toddlers to grandparents, this show is designed for everyone.

• Table Reservations – $10 per guest (kids under 2 years old in laps are free). Reserve in advance to guarantee seating — this event WILL sell out!

• Walk-Ins Welcome – Standing/dancing “Fun-Zone” near the bar available if seating runs out.

• Parking – $12 flat rate at Horton Plaza Parking Garage (3-hour max with validation).

Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a one-of-a-kind family-friendly Halloween show in the Gaslamp Quarter. Bring your costumes, your singing voices, and your spooky spirit!

LAIR OF NIGHTMARES | POP-UP HALLOWEEN THEME BAR IN SAN DIEGO 2025

Opening October 3 | Multiple Dates | 21+
 615 Broadway, Downtown San Diego

The nightmare returns… Step inside Lair of Nightmares, San Diego’s most infamous pop-up Halloween theme bar, now at a brand-new Downtown location!

What Awaits You:

• Immersive Horror Bar Experience – A fully transformed venue filled with eerie décor, spine-tingling visuals, and haunting surprises.

• Horror-Themed Cocktails & Wicked Bites – Killer drinks and scary-good food designed to thrill your senses.

• Creepy Characters & Atmosphere – Face twisted hosts, live scare actors, and the return of our infamous Chuckie.

• 21+ Only – This is an adults-only Halloween nightlife experience.

Often imitated, never duplicated — the Lair of Nightmares Pop-Up Bar is the ultimate Halloween haunt in San Diego.

HAUNTED HISTORIES OF THE GASLAMP | SPECIALTY HALLOWEEN TOUR 2025

Friday, October 17th | 5:00 PM
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House | Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego

Beneath the glittering lights of San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter lies a darker past. Join Gaslamp Ghost Lady Sandee on this guided walking tour as she uncovers chilling stories, haunted histories, and eerie legends that still linger in the streets of Downtown San Diego.

Tour Highlights:

• Guided Walking Tour through the Gaslamp Quarter with historic haunted tales.

• Local Legends & Ghost Stories that bring San Diego’s darker side to life.

• Family-Friendly Spook Factor – spooky, fun, and educational for all ages.

• Historic Gaslamp Landmarks where history meets the paranormal.

Admission:

• $25 – General Admission

• $20 – Seniors & Active Military

• $15 – Students

• Free – Kids 7 and under

👻 Experience the ghostly side of San Diego history and discover why not everything in the Gaslamp Quarter rests in peace.

BARLEYMASH RAVEYARD HALLOWEEN HAUNT | SAN DIEGO GASLAMP 2025

Friday, October 31st | 9:30 PM – 2:00 AM

 barleymash & ginger’s | Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego

Calling all ghosts and ghouls! On Halloween night, the Gaslamp’s barleymash transforms into the Raveyard Halloween Haunt — an electrifying night of EDM beats, spooky cocktails, and ghoulish fun.

Event Highlights:

• Live DJs & EDM Dance Tunes – Party all night with high-energy sounds.

• Costume Contest & Giveaways – Show off your spookiest (or sexiest) costume for a chance to win.

• Specialty Halloween Cocktails featuring Teremana Tequila:

  • Midnight Margarita – Teremana Blanco, coconut, pineapple, black salt rim

  • Spooky Season – Teremana Reposado, orange spiced tea, lemon, agave

  • Dark Matter – Teremana Blanco, espresso, sugar, cream top

• Double the Fun – Head downstairs to ginger’s for Halloween karaoke from 8:30 PM to midnight.

This is the Halloween bash you don’t want to miss — costumes, cocktails, and killer vibes all night in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter

​SIDE BAR: SAINTS & SINNERS HALLOWEEN PARTY | SAN DIEGO 2025

Friday, October 31st | 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM
 Side Bar Nightclub — 536 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101

 Saint or sinner… which side will you choose? This Halloween, Side Bar unleashes San Diego’s sexiest Halloween celebration where halos meet horns for one unforgettable night.

Event Highlights:

• Seductive Angels & Wicked Devils Theme – Dress to impress, whether you ascend or give in to temptation.

• High-Energy Nightlife Vibes – DJs spinning late into the night with dancing and party energy that won’t quit.

• VIP Tables & Bottle Service – Secure your spot for an exclusive Halloween experience.

• Sexy Costume Party Atmosphere – Where saints shine and sinners rule the dance floor.

 The gates open soon. Will you rise… or surrender to the darkness?

GASLAMPLIGHTER: THRILLER HALLOWEEN PARTY | SAN DIEGO 2025

Friday, October 31st | 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM
 Gaslamplighter | Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego

It’s close to midnight… and something evil’s lurking in the Gaslamp. This Halloween, the Gaslamplighter rises from the grave to bring you the ultimate Thriller Halloween Party.

Event Highlights:

• Haunting Atmosphere – Lights flicker, bass drops, and the dance floor won’t rest ‘til morning.

• Thriller Vibes – Expect a night inspired by horror, mystery, and Halloween’s most iconic anthem.

• Live DJs & Dance Floor Madness – Party until the dead of night with nonstop beats.

• Costume Party Energy – Ghosts, zombies, and creatures of the night take over the Gaslamp.

Tickets on sale soon. Don’t sleep… the dead won’t.

Nautical Nightmares: Rooftop Halloween Party

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego – 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar
435 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Friday, October 31 | 7 PM – 11 PM | 21+

Entry is FREE — the entire community is invited for a night of rooftop thrills and spooky Margaritaville vibes.

On Halloween night, things go from cute to creepy as Margaritaville Hotel San Diego’s 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar transforms into a nautical pirate escape for Nautical Nightmares: Rooftop Halloween Party. Presented by Walkabout, this 21+ rooftop event will feature spooky-chic décor, live entertainment, and interactive surprises.

Guests can dance the night away with DJ Mancat, enjoy tarot card readings, and join a high-energy costume contest. Sip on themed cocktails inspired by Jimmy Buffett’s 1994 classic “Vampires, Mummies and the Holy Ghost” — including the bold Vampiro and the festive Mummy & Ghost Margaritas.

Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour

 Margaritaville Hotel San Diego – 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar
435 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

 Thursday, October 30 | 4 PM – 6 PM | Free Event

Kick off Halloween weekend with your pup at a special Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour at Margaritaville Hotel San Diego’s 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar.

Bring your furry friends in their best costumes for an evening filled with:

• Dog Costume Contest

• Playful Pup Parade

• Halloween-Themed Treats

• Music and Seasonal Refreshments

This is the perfect photo-worthy experience where guests can relax with their dogs, sip on seasonal cocktails, and enjoy Margaritaville’s laid-back atmosphere with a spooky twist.