Beachside Fall Fest at Belmont Park 2025 Guide

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Belmont Park
3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
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Date:
Sep 06, 2025 to Oct 31, 2025
Hours:
Depends on day, as early as 11:00 am and closing as late as 10:00 pm
Cost:
Entrance: Free
Ride & Play pass starts at $54.95
Belmont Park’s 2025 Beachside Fall Fest promises a lineup of weekend musical performances, a 5k run, seasonal food, craft beer, & family-friendly fun!

Key Takeaways

  • Belmont Park’s Beachside Fall Fest is back September 6th - October 31st, 2025, featuring family-friendly activities, music, food & more!
  • How much are tickets to Belmont Park’s Beachside Fall Fest? Entry is FREE. For rides & games, get a Ride and Play or Go City San Diego pass.
  • What special experiences are part of Fall Fest 2025? A Trunk-or-Treat Car Show, Sip & Paint event, & BeerFest. Explore more below!
Todd Sarouhan
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Belmont Park’s 2025 Beachside Fall Fest Has Begun!

Classic Wooden Roller Coaster in Belmont ParkBeachside Fall Fest at the Plunge Pool at Belmont Park

The year has flown by for me and my family which means we’re heading into my favorite time of the year, the fall season! San Diego is chalked full of family-friendly events and activities this time of year, and possibly none more exciting than Belmont Park’s Beachside Fall Fest!

Livening up weekends in Mission Beach, the autumn extravaganza features all the rides and attractions that have made Belmont Park a fixture of Southern California’s theme park scene since 1925, including the iconic Giant Dipper roller coaster, plus tons of special activities just for the event.

You can expect to find amazing live music, kid-friendly Halloween celebrations, and local food and drink vendors serving up exclusive food items only available for a limited time. There’s even a BeerFest set for late October!

Beachside Fall Fest at Belmon Park
Beachside Fall Fest at Belmon Park

When and Where is the Beachside Fall Fest?

The Beachside Fall Festival 2025 kicked off on Saturday, September 6th and is scheduled to last until Halloween which falls on Friday, October 31st. The festivities will take place at one of my favorite parks in San Diego, Belmont Park!

While the park will be open 7 days a week, the Beachside Fall Fest will be reserved for weekends in September and October, so I suggest that you plan accordingly!

Supplying Good Vibes Since 1925 at Belmont Park
Supplying Good Vibes Since 1925 at Belmont Park

Embracing the Retro Vibes by the Sea

Belmont Park is San Diego County’s only theme park located right along the beachfront, so you can’t get better views or a more classically San Diegan atmosphere.

The Beachside Fall Fest joins other holiday celebrations in the fall, including family-friendly options like visiting pumpkin patches and checking out the many Halloween attractions and events throughout the city.

It’s been a long-standing fall event, and given that many of the most popular attractions in San Diego, from the San Diego Zoo’s HalGLOWeen in Balboa Park to SeaWorld’s Howl-O-Scream in Mission Bay Park, are also offering seasonal events, I am not surprised to see Belmont Park’s unique fall seasonal event return in 2025.

As one of the city’s oldest and longest-operating theme parks, Belmont Park is the ideal place to indulge in a little retro nostalgia! There are rocking displays that bring the past to the present throughout the park, which help set the vibe and make for great photo spots to commemorate your time at the festival.

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Belmont Park & Fall Fest Ticket Information

Beachside Fall Fest Sign at Belmont Park
Beachside Fall Fest Sign at Belmont Park

Admission to Belmont Park to walk around and enjoy the atmosphere is free. You only need to pay for the rides, games, and activities.

If you’re like me and my family then you’re surely up for a few of the rides and games. There are ways to save on the per ride prices, so let’s have a look at the best ways to save!

Also note that some events require special ticketing, which I’ll get into in a bit, but first let me share the basics on admission during Belmont Park’s Beachside Fall Fest.

Bundle Deals for More Savings & Fun

Your first option is to buy daily park passes for just the rides and arcade games that interest you which you can buy on the Belmont Park site.

Your second option is to choose the Ride and Play pass to try out 12 of the park’s rides and games at a nice discount.

The park is also currently offering a Season Pass Promo that will give you a FREE $25 gamecard when you buy a season pass for $125. There are special ticket discounts for Family Fun Fridays to look out for as well.

Maximize Your Savings

You can get further discounts to dozens of San Diego attractions like the San Diego Zoo and the Birch Aquarium at Scripps when you buy a Go City San Diego pass using our discount code GVSD5OFF!

The Go City San Diego pass, which includes the Ride and Play pass, is one of my insider tips for my friends and family because it allows them to do a lot and see even more. It’s the best way I know to get gear rentals like snorkels, bikes, and stand-up paddleboards, plus the biggest discounts to the most popular attractions in town!

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If you’re planning on staying in town during the festival, one of my favorite hotels in the area is the Bahia Resort Hotel. Located just a few blocks from Belmont Park, you can expect bayside views, a large pool, comfortable rooms, and the convenience of many nearby attractions.

The hotel is not far from attractions like SeaWorld San Diego, the San Diego Zoo, and LEGOLAND California, just to name a few!

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Beachside Fall Fest Special Experiences

Classic Car at Belmont Park
Classic Car at Belmont Park

The Beachside Fall Fest taking place on weekends in September and October will feature music, limited-time food and drink options, family-friendly activities like face painting and more!

There are also a few really awesome special events planned that you won’t want to miss!

The 5th Annual Trunk-or-Treat Car Show

On October 26th, kids (and adults!) will have the chance to satisfy their sweet tooth while admiring more than 50 classic cars.

There will be candy stations throughout the park and the show, so make sure to mark your calendar!

Musical Entertainment

Fall Fest’s main performances are its weekly Pumpkin Jams.

You can enjoy live entertainment at the heart of the park with music shows and characters on the main festival stage. A different set of bands will perform every weekend throughout the event!

The lineup of bands and live musicians provides the backing track to a day of fun by the seaside. You can plan to enjoy the music as you walk around, but it’s also well worth swinging by the Fall Fest Stage in the midway area of the park to join the crowd.

Paint & Sip

Get ready to unleash your inner Picasso at the Paint & Sip event on October 21st from 6:00 until 8:30pm at the Belmont Park Coaster Terrace.

You can create a Frida Kahlo-inspired masterpiece (or perhaps at least something close) while you snack and sip on a nice glass of wine. Tickets are currently available on the official Belmont Park website for $45 per person and include all of the paint supplies, one glass of wine, and snacks.

The Belmont BeerFest

The Belmont BeerFest is back for the second year and I am really looking forward to attending.

On Sunday, October 26th, you can join me in tasting beers from over 20 local breweries that will be in attendance. The $35 All You Can Drink Wristband includes unlimited pours and can be purchased online.

You can also enjoy live music at the event as well as some hilarious gourd games. I personally can’t wait for these!

The Dipper Dash

The Dipper Dash, Belmont Park’s third annual 5K, will kick off on September 21st at 8:00am. You can run, jog, or stroll as you take in all of Mission Beach’s amazing views. Each participant will receive a complimentary wristband for park rides, a complimentary drink ticket, and more.

The event will support Team Parker for Life, a non-profit that helps to fight childhood cancer. You can register for the race here.

Did Someone Say Food?

If you’re anything like me, you like to eat! I think the food vendors are half the fun at any event, and this fall celebration has plenty to choose from, no matter what you’re craving. You can plan to find stands run by local restaurants, bakeries, and even coffee shops.

From seasonal treats like pumpkin spice churro fries and specialty fudge to tried-and-true fair staples like burgers and funnel cakes, I can promise you that you won’t leave hungry. Don’t forget the caramel apples! Our team at Go Visit San Diego really loves them!

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Family-friendly Perks

Huge Ice Cream at Belmont Park
Huge Ice Cream at Belmont Park

Belmont Park always provides a family-friendly experience for me and my family year-round, so of course the Fall Fest has its share of activities and perks for all ages.

Kids Free October Presented by Ralph's

You can bring the kids to Belmont Park every Sunday to take advantage of free trick-or-treating with candy stations located throughout the park. Kids are encouraged to wear their costumes.

And, even better, children 12 and under can ride for free all October long! Just purchase an adult wristband and use the promo code KIDSFREE at checkout. It’s all part of Kids Free San Diego in October, which offers great deals at many of San Diego’s family-friendly attractions.

Family Fun Fridays

Every Friday from September 5th until November 21st, you can enjoy Family Fun Fridays at Belmont Park.

This includes:

  • BOGO wristbands
  • Kids eat free from 12:00pm until close at Draft
  • $15 for one hour of arcade play

Also, make sure your kids don’t miss out on the face painting and glitter tattoos that are offered throughout the park. My kids used to love this part of the festival!

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Getting to the Beachside Fall Fest & Parking

Bemont Park with the Plunge
Bemont Park with the Plunge

Driving & Parking

Driving to Belmont Park is quite easy. If you’re coming from the south, your best bet is to take West Mission Bay Drive. If you’re coming in from the north, head south directly down Mission Boulevard.

Once you get to the park, there are four public lots where you can park for FREE.

San Diego Rideshare

If you’d rather not deal with driving and parking, I’d suggest that you take a San Diego rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Honestly, being dropped off at the entrance and picked up when you’re ready to leave is luxury I’d highly recommend.

Fall Fest Planning Tips

Corn Hole at the Beachside Fall Fest at Belmont Park
Corn Hole at the Beachside Fall Fest at Belmont Park

As someone that’s been to Belmont Park many times, I’ve got a few tips and answers to frequently asked questions that I think would be good for you to know before you attend the Fall Fest.

Is Belmont Park Handicap Accessible?

Yes, there are wheelchair-accessible entrances and barrier-free paths throughout the park. Service animals are also allowed.

What Should I Wear?

The fall climate in San Diego is known for its warm days and cool nights. So, depending on the time of day you’re going to the festival, dress in layers so you’ll be nice and comfy.

I’d also suggest that you wear shoes you can walk in because you’ll certainly be getting your steps in during your visit!

What are the Park Hours for the Beachside Fall Fest?

Park hours for Belmont Park vary depending on the day with opening hours as early as 11:00am and closing as late as 10:00pm.

It’s best to check the official website for the hours of operation calendar before you go so you know when the park will be open on the day of your visit.

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