Spooky season is officially underway, and Fairmont Grand Del Mar is getting into the spirit with a lineup of Halloween and Día de Muertos festivities.

From a whimsical afternoon tea to family-friendly trick-or-treating and a culinary celebration featuring acclaimed chefs from both sides of the border, there’s something for everyone at the resort’s 400-acre coastal canyon setting.

Wicked Spooky Afternoon Tea

Step into a world of enchantment and eerie elegance in the Lobby Lounge, where traditional afternoon tea gets a bewitching Halloween twist.

Delight in decadent finger foods and sinful sweets, premium loose-leaf teas, and live instrumental music, all crafted to capture the season while keeping the sophistication Fairmont Grand Del Mar is known for.

Costumes aren’t just welcome, they’re encouraged, and anyone who dresses up receives an extra treat. It’s a charming way to bring the whole family together for a festive weekend afternoon.

Tea runs $125 per adult and $65 per child, exclusive of tax and gratuity.

📆 Saturdays and Sundays in October | 12 PM – 3:30 PM
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Study Hall: The World of Agave and Día de los Muertos

For the adults, The Library, the resort’s intimate speakeasy, hosts a special edition of its Study Hall series exploring the world of agave and the traditions of Día de los Muertos, featuring Volcan Tequila.

Study Hall welcomes both novices and enthusiasts, with industry professionals guiding you through a hands-on tasting in a relaxed yet sophisticated setting. It’s a great pick for anyone who loves a good cocktail and a good story.

Tickets are $95 per person.

📆 Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM
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Spooktacular Halloween Extravaganza

Put on your most creative, spooky costume and head to Grand Social, where the resort transforms into an outdoor Halloween playground for the whole family.

Kids can watch their eyes light up as they trick-or-treat through live stations brimming with Halloween treasures, from the friendly Witch in Candyland to the zany experiments in the Mad Scientist’s Lab and a magical garden with an iconic princess and villain.

Meanwhile, adults can settle into a private cabana or fire pit with seasonal bites and cocktails, while a live DJ spins Halloween all-time favorites under the stars. Don’t forget to stop by the dedicated Halloween photo station to capture the magic.

📆 Friday, October 30, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
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Día de Muertos Gala

The festivities culminate with Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s fourth annual Día de Muertos Gala, the official kickoff to the San Diego Food + Wine Festival.

This year’s celebration honors Chef José Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen, and brings together culinary talent including Javier Plascencia, Roberto Alcocer, Drew Deckman, and Esteban Lluis.

There’ll be chef-driven culinary stations, fine wines and spirits, live entertainment, and cultural traditions throughout the evening, with proceeds benefiting Fundación Tijuana Sin Hambre, which provides meals to shelters and communities in need throughout Tijuana.

📆 Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 10 PM
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Make it a Fall Getaway

Fairmont Grand Del Mar is also offering special weekend rates, giving you more time to enjoy the Halloween festivities and a fall escape at the resort.

Set in a 400-acre coastal canyon, the property makes it easy to trade a rushed evening for a relaxed stay. Pair a spooky tea or trick-or-treating night with a cozy overnight, and you’ve got a fall getaway worth planning.

See you there!

Between the spooky tea, the trick-or-treating, and a gala honoring one of the world’s most celebrated chefs, Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s fall lineup is a great excuse for a resort getaway.

📍 5300 Grand Del Mar Ct, San Diego
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See you there, San Diego!