🎃 San Diego, CA · Halloween 2026
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park — San Diego, CA
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park brings Halloween to San Diego for the 2026 season — sep 25-nov 1, 2026 (select nights) at Marston Point, Balboa Park.
🎯 SAN DIEGO, CA📅 Sep 25-Nov 1, 2026 (select nights)📍 Marston Point, Balboa Park🔞 13+ RECOMMENDED🎟 TICKETED
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For thrill-seekers in San Diego, The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park delivers a full-throttle haunted house experience this Halloween season. Professional sets, relentless scare actors, and immersive storylines make it a standout among 2026 haunts.
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park — Event Details
📍 Venue: Marston Point, Balboa Park — Balboa Dr & Juniper Rd, San Diego, CA 92101
📅 Dates: Sep 25-Nov 1, 2026 (select nights)
🕐 Hours: Most nights 7pm-10pm; Fri/Sat until 10:30-11pm
🎫 Price: General admission from $34.99; Fast Pass from $49.99; VIP Blood Red Carpet from $99.99
👶 Ages: 16+ recommended
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: http://hauntedtrail.net
🎃 Local Insight Ratings
Best for: Teenagers, date nights, and hardcore haunt fans chasing the biggest scares.
💡 Know Before You Go
🎃 13+ is the sweet spot — younger kids are allowed with adults at most haunts but rarely last the whole walkthrough.
🎃 Buy tickets online in advance — weekend nights regularly sell out, and online prices are usually lower than the door.
🎃 Arrive early or go on weeknights — Friday and Saturday lines can top an hour; Sunday–Thursday means shorter waits.
🎃 Know the scare rules — actors won’t touch you, but strobes, fog, and loud sounds are constant; skip it if you’re sensitive.
🎃 Wear closed-toe shoes — you’ll be moving through dark, uneven sets; leave the costume pieces that drag at home.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When is The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park open for Halloween 2026?
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park runs Sep 25-Nov 1, 2026 (select nights). Hours are typically evenings — check the official site for the exact nightly schedule, as hours vary by day of week.
How much are tickets to The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park?
General admission is ticketed; prices vary by night with peak pricing on Fridays, Saturdays, and Halloween week. General admission from $34.99; Fast Pass from $49.99; VIP Blood Red Carpet from $99.99. Buy online ahead for the best price and guaranteed entry.
Is The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park too scary for kids?
This is an intense haunted attraction recommended for ages 13 and up. Younger children are generally admitted with an adult but the experience includes strobes, fog, loud noises, and graphic scenes.
