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The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park returns for 2025—with two haunts in one: the 3,500 square foot eXperiment Maze and the mile-long Haunted Trail winding through the twisted pines and gnarled oaks of historic Marston Point. Named in CNN’s Top 5 BEST Haunted Attractions in America, and one of the “Top 3 Halloween Destinations in the U.S.” by America Haunts. The nightmare begins inside the eXperiment Maze—a sensory trap of warped illusions, cult-favorite legends, and viral nightmares coming to life. Evade the stalking silence of Slenderman before descending into the obsessive chaos of “HELLno Kitty”, a deranged tribute to everyone’s favorite feline. Spin through the Vortex Tunnel and face-off against the most Terrifying clown and his pale side kick. Then slip into the Haunted Trail through a cursed portal with no choice but to run towards the terror. Feel your way through the fog drenched Graveyard, claw through Freddy’s School Bus, stumble into post-apocalyptic Nuke Town and try to outrun the “Sisters of the SAW” in their blood soaked cathedral. The mayhem doesn’t stop after the chainsaws! Visit DARK CARNIVAL, an all new scare zone with roaming monsters, games, photo ops, an expanded BOOtique Gift Shop, and bites from local food trucks. The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park, morphing annually, reinventing fear for 26 years. Please Note: Check out the 2025 Hours of Operation for the exact days and hours of operation. Haunted Trail of Balboa Park on Instagram

Stars including Megan Stalter, Harrison Ford, Selena Gomez and Walton Goggins walked the red carpet on Sunday night ahead of the 77th Emmy Awards.

A voter ID ballot initiative is gaining momentum in California as opponents aim to mount a campaign focused on President Donald Trump’s push for similar nationwide requirements.

Take the Pledge for Clean Air Day 2025  California Clean Air Day is back on Wednesday, October 1! Pledge to replace one solo car trip with a sustainable option to reduce your emissions and create new habits to promote healthy air quality.  Get moving for clean air by:  • Walking, biking, or riding your scooter  • Riding transit for free on Clean Air Day  • Carpooling with family, friends, or coworkers  • Skipping the commute and working from home  Take the pledge for the chance to win an e-bike! Eligible residents of the San Diego region who pledge and check the box to receive communications from trusted partners will be entered into a sweepstakes to win a folding e-bike, powered by Rad Power Bikes.  Learn more and pledge at SANDAG.org/cleanairday.  SANDAG on Facebook / Instagram

The court temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deporting some 6,000 Syrians and 350,000 Haitians who were granted Temporary Protected Status.

Low morale, staff turnover and budget issues have sapped the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The administration is expected to soon name a new director, who will have their hands full.

FIFA is kicking off its last sales for World Cup tickets on Wednesday. From prices to why FOMO is working against you, here's what you need to know.

Cinema Under The Stars presents "Young Frankenstein" Friday, October 17, 2025 at 8 p.m. Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 8 p.m. Sunday, October 19, 2025 at 8 p.m. Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 (619) 295-4221 www.topspresents.com “YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN” (1974. 106 minutes. PG): Mel Brooks is “Putting’ on the Ritz” in this bawdy spoof of the Mary Shelley classic. Frankenstein’s grandson (Gene Wilder) uncovers his secret legacy and succumbs to his degenerate DNA, forging a creature (Peter Boyle) with a monstrous lust for life. Co-starring Teri Garr, Madeline Kahn, Marty Feldman and Cloris Leachman. Cinema Under the Stars is an intimate outdoor movie theater in Mission Hills with single and double zero-gravity reclining lounge chairs, sky-boxes and love seat cabanas. Heaters, pillows and blankets are provided. A vintage cartoon is shown before most films. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Members may make phone reservations up to one week in advance. Online reservations for Members begin on Mondays at 9 a.m. Online reservations for Non-Members begin on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The box office opens at 6 p.m, Thursdays - Sundays. Admission Prices: Members - $17. No-members (at the box office) - $18. Non-members (with online reservations) - $20. Annual Memberships - $125 (for two people). Pay with Cash, Checks, or Venmo. All concessions are $3.00 each Free popcorn for Members. Reservations must be cancelled by 5 p.m. online, or call the Cinema before 6 p.m. Come early to avoid a line. For more information, call (619) 295-4221, or visit the website (www.topspresents.com)

Bring your little goblins and ghouls to Trick-or-Treat on India Street for an afternoon of safe, family-friendly celebrations. Participating Little Italy businesses will hand out candy along India Street, and the Piazza della Famiglia will transform into a "Nightmare Before Christmas" scene, complete with a giant Jack Skellington for the perfect photo op! The holiday season is right around the corner, and San Diego’s Little Italy is the place to celebrate! From family-friendly trick-or-treating to shopping small, shopping local and gathering family and friends for our annual tree lighting and festivities, the neighborhood will be full of seasonal traditions and holiday cheer. Little Italy | San Diego on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

The Sweetwater Woman’s Club is bringing some early holiday spirit to the South Bay—hosting its 57th Annual Holiday Craft Show. This craft show will feature nearly two dozen local artisans and small businesses selling their goods and products—ornaments and decor, jewelry, quilts, soaps, baked goods, silent auction items, and raffle dozens of gifts donated from local businesses—to fundraise for local scholarships. Each year the Club gives a scholarship to a deserving senior from each of the high schools in the Sweetwater Union High School District.