A family-friendly Halloween event with pirate antics and spooky surprises aboard the USS Midway, celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Goonies.
The Haunted Hangar Halloween Bash returns to the USS Midway Museum on Friday, Oct. 24, with a Goonies theme. This year's edition marks the 40th anniversary of the treasure-hunting classic, so the night leans into pirate antics and spooky surprises. It's all set on the hangar deck of the decommissioned aircraft carrier docked on the San Diego waterfront, which is a pretty great place to spend a Halloween evening.
As for what's actually happening, the organizers describe it as a night of pirate fun, spooky surprises, and family-friendly thrills. The Goonies theme runs through the whole thing, so you can expect the pirate angle to be front and center. One thing to keep in mind: the movie itself won't be shown, so this is about the atmosphere and the activities rather than a screening. It's built for families, so it's a good bet if you're looking for something you can bring the kids to without worrying about it getting too dark or too intense.
Every week we pick 🏆 the 5 best 🏆 things to do in San Diego and send them to your inbox. Just one weekly email, no spam.
By submitting your email, you accept our Privacy Policy
Logistically, it's a short window on a Friday night. The bash runs from 6 PM to 9 PM, but the doors close at 8 PM, so you'll want to get there early enough to get inside and settle in. The whole thing takes place on the hangar deck of the USS Midway Museum, right on the waterfront. If you've never been, it's the massive aircraft carrier that's a permanent part of the downtown skyline. The event is on Friday, Oct. 24, from 6 PM to 9 PM, with doors closing at 8 PM.
