If you have the tenacity to endure a trifecta of terror the Scream Zone Del Mar has once again transformed the Del Mar Fairgrounds into an underworld of ghoulish goings on. You can check out their three themed environments featuring the Haunted Hayride, House of Horror and The Chamber. New for 2010 in the House of Horror are the Rodeo Clowns, the Ward, the Infirmary and many other spooky surprises. They offer the following packages: Triple (Combo) Haunt: House of Horror, Haunted Hayride & The Chamber all 3 for $27.99 Double Haunt: The Chamber plus House of Horror or Haunted Hayride $18.99 Single Haunt: House of Horror or Haunted Hayride $14.99 This attraction is recommended for teens and above.

The Haunted Hotel, located in downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp district, is another favorite fright spot. Named by Haunt World Magazine as one of the top 13 haunted houses in America and also featured in “America Haunts IV” on The Travel Channel in 2009. Admission prices range from $15 to $27 depending on the night and whether or not you want a VIP fast pass bypass the general line. The Haunted Hotel is not recommend for those under 10.

Another fiendishly favorite outdoor thrill is the Haunted Trail of Balboa Park. This mile long stroll will take you on some twisted turns through a trail of terror with surprises around every corner. Back by popular demand is the Carnival of Carnage Maze complete with crazy Carny folk who take sheer delight in frightening the faint of heart. Price packages range from $15 to $32 with a separate admission to visit the maze and VIP fast passes are also available. The Haunted Trail is not recommended for those under 10.

If you crave a little history coupled with some truly frightening experiences, your spirit can be transported to documented historic haunted locations throughout San Diego on the Haunted San Diego Ghost Tour. Complete with ghost stories told outside each grisly stop on the tour, featured fright spots include the famous Whaley House, a Victorian manor containing a sinister secrets, a dark mysterious mansion, a romantic Gaslamp Quarter hotel, and an infamous San Diego graveyard. Prices for the 2 hour tour are $35 and advance purchase is required. The tour dearly departs each evening at 7:00 pm from the The Best Western Hacienda Hotel (Directly Outside of The Lobby Door) 4041 Harney Street (Just behind The Whaley House Museum)

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My weekend blog is always dedicated to fun and interesting things to do in Encinitas and this weekend I would like to share one of my favorite places to uniquely experience the Fall and Halloween season. For my readers who have never made the journey, there is nothing quite like a trip to Julian to satisfy your senses. Within a 90 minute drive from your Encinitas home, Julian is a completely different environment from the coastal region of San Diego and offers both residents and visitors a perfect place to relax and take in the changing of the seasons by experiencing some of the most beautiful and vibrant fall colors found in Southern California. Nestled in and among the Cuyamaca mountains the fall season in Julian is well known for the area’s best apple picking orchards and the variety of B&B’s that surround this charming community. Julian, a former gold mining mecca, boasts a collection of quaint shops and art galleries featuring lots of vendors selling hand made gift ideas for the holidays. Much of the town has been historically preserved, allowing visitors to feel like they have literally been brought back to the late 1800′s. One of the best ways to view the town is to take a carriage ride transporting you back to an era where life flowed at a more relaxed pace. Many of the original gold mines have been kept alive so folks visiting Julian can tour their depths and even try their hand at panning for gold! In addition to all the amenities of the town itself, there are plenty of natural refuges and parks offering camping, hiking and fishing activities. Julian also has some of the areas most well known wineries offering tours and wine tastings daily. There is even a tour of the Pioneer Cemetery, a fitting tribute to the town’s early residents. With so much to do a weekend may not be enough to experience all that Julian has to offer. The above link to the Julian Chamber of Commerce contains details of all the fun fall activities going on this weekend!

Viewing Fall Colors And Apple Picking In Julian California is a post from: Encinitas Realtor Blog

This weekend brings our eyes (and ears) to the sky as the 2010 MCAS Miramar Air Show descends upon the Marine Corps Air Station located in Half Moon Bay, CA. This action packed demonstration of aviation aerobatics runs Saturday and Sunday 10/2 and 10/3 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM with a special twilight show on Saturday from 5:30-9:00 PM. For all you film fanatics out there, be sure to check out the the annual San Diego Film festival running all weekend at the Gaslamp Theater located at 701 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA. Voted as one of the hottest and most innovated film festivals in America there is an assortment of cinematic delights for every popular film genre!

Concert goers have a variety of choices this weekend beginning with trip to wine country to be entertained by Kenny G performing Saturday 10/2 at 8:00 at the South Coast Winery and Spa in Temecula, CA. Kenny’s jazz infused and soulful sound will also benefit the Shriner’s Hospital for Crippled Children a charitable organization helping kids all across the world. On Saturday night 10/2 the Cricket Wireless Amphitheater plays host to the Rascal Flatts, featuring former American Idol finalist Kellie Pickler and Chris Young. Showtime for this night of country fun is 7:30 PM. After forty years in the pop/folk music industry and still going strong, the musical group America brings their timeless and heartfelt melodies to Humphreys concerts by the bay. Showtime is Sunday 10/3 at 7:30 PM. This is one of your last chances to see live performance at Humphreys this season!

Undefeated at home this season, the San Diego Chargers welcome the Arizona Cardinals for a thrilling match up over at the Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego on Sunday 10/3. Kickoff is at 1:15 PM. October also marks the beginning of free Zoo days for children up to 11 years old at the world famous San Diego Zoo featuring special activities for kids of all ages to connect with the natural world all around them This special runs through the entire month and is always a popular fall activity!

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If you have never visited The Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, you are missing out on a great local get away not far from any San Diego, La Jolla, or Encinitas home. The Lodge at Torrey Pines overlooks the Pacific Ocean and is situated next to the Torrey Pines Golf Course, specifically by the 18th hole. It is a large resort with plenty of banquet space, a spa and two restaraunts with dining areas. It is an absolute gorgeous location and hosts frequent events. Last night, the Lodge at Torrey Pines hosted a unique beer pairing dinner event.

The event featured a pairing of four different locally brewed beers by Ballast Point with a menu by Chef Kyle Bergman.  If you did not make last night’s event for any reason, there is no need to worry, as this was the first beer pairing event of a series. They will be taking place on every last Wednesday of the month for months to come. Ballast Point is a local brewery that brews many award winning and tasty beers and is the winner of the 2010 Small Brewer of the Yest Award at the World Beer Cup.

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There is a cool musical coming to the San Diego Civic Theatre from July 6th to the 11th. The play, Avenue Q The Musical, is a funny homage to the childrens show, Sesame Street. However, Avenue Q The Musical is not intended for children by any means. It contains plenty of adult humor despite it being entirely a puppet show. The play was written by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx and debuted in 2002. It has won many awards since and has been played on and off Broadway.

The Shakespeare play at the La Jolla playhouse is a great opportunity to take your kids to see a classic. There are many awesome opportunities at both the Civic Theatre and the Playhouse for you to introduce your children to an appropriate show. Don’t be afraid, however, to leave your kids in your San Diego home (with a baby sitter) every once in a while and attend something along the lines of Avenue Q The Musical.

Plays this Summer at the La Jolla Playhouse is a post from: Encinitas Realtor Blog

The La Jolla Playhouse, located on the University of California campus, has a rich history. It is a not for profit theater that regularly presents classics, musicals, and all sorts of new plays. Starting Tuesday, June 15th, the play “Surf Report” will be featured.

“Surf Report” written by Annie Weisman, is said to be a cool modern play that anyone living in an Encinitas home or Carlsbad home may be able to relate too. The play, centered around family crisis revolving around career decisions, speaks to a wide audience. You may very well see parallels in your or your friends’ lives.

Regardless of your flavor, The La Jolla Playhouse is constantly featuring a variety of plays, artists, and performers. The playhouse is an amazing amenity that I encourage all new Carlsbad, San Diego, and Encinitas home owners to take advantage of.

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