SD4ME — San Diego Events, Things to Do & Activities

Encore Hits the Road

Encore performing group takes their show on the road over a two-day engagement.

Koe Wetzel

Texas country-rock artist Koe Wetzel performs live at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.

FIFA World Cup 2026™ USA Watch Parties – Frontwave Arena

Watch Team USA compete live in the FIFA World Cup at Frontwave Arena this summer.

La Mesa Village Farmers Market

Weekly outdoor market with 90+ vendors offering produce, meats, baked goods, flowers, artisans, hot foods, and live entertainment.

Shattered Room: Lou Niles b2b Vaughn Avakian

Lou Niles and Vaughn Avakian go back-to-back for the Shattered Room night at Music Box.

Sounds Of Tomorrow - Jazz Jam

Live jazz jam session hosted at Dear Tomorrow.

Lilo & Stitch (Live Action) @ Scripps Ranch Community Park

Outdoor free screening of the live-action Lilo & Stitch at Scripps Ranch Community Park.

Community Ofrenda – Pulse Nightclub Massacre

Community memorial ofrenda honoring victims of the 2016 Pulse Nightclub massacre.

KIKI at Moonshine Beach

KIKI nightlife event at Moonshine Beach country bar and music venue.

Earlybirds Club: Decades Party

Earlybirds Club hosts a Decades Party with Dead Air Live DJ set at Music Box.

Hallyu (Korean Wave) Before Hallyu

Smurfs @ Carmel Valley Recreation Center

Outdoor free movie screening of Smurfs at Carmel Valley Community Park.

Lilo and Stitch (2025 Live Action) @ Spring Valley County Park

Outdoor free screening of the 2025 live-action Lilo and Stitch at Spring Valley County Park.

Volunteers Needed: Help Build the Big Gay Picnic Community!

Volunteer for community building event preparation for Big Gay Picnic

Education | Eco-Tots

Sensory, hands-on outdoor learning experience of the garden for children and their parents.

Soul Flow Yoga | Kelley Doyle

Gentle blend of mindful movement and light philosophy supporting mobility, flexibility, and core connection.

Reflections: Giants | 55+ Art Workshops (Session 2)

Weekly art-making workshop series for adults 55+ creating fabric collages and mixed-media canvases inspired by the Giants exhibition.

Reading with a Ranger

Ranger-led reading program outdoors

San Diego FC's Soccer Celebration presented by Adriana's Insurance

Outdoor soccer celebration event in Little Italy's Piazza della Famiglia presented by Adriana's Insurance.

Virtual StartBlue Information Session #3

Virtual information session for the StartBlue innovation program at Scripps Institution of Oceanography.

Jinsei

A hundred-year anime chronicle hand-drawn by newcomer Ryuya Suzuki, spanning past, present, and future.

Nat at Night

Friday evening museum access until 11 PM with exhibitions, rooftop food and drinks, and pop-up programming.

Cruisin' Grand

Weekly cruise night on Grand Avenue featuring pre-1974 hot rods, muscle cars, live music, and DJs, free to attend.

Bingo Loco

High-energy 21+ bingo party with music, prizes, and entertainment at Quartyard.

Bridging The Music Presents: San Diego miniFEST

An evening of music, art, and community featuring local and touring acts and visual artists.

Mahjong Night (Friday)

Weekly Friday evening Mahjong gathering hosted by San Diego Mahjong Club at Denny's Miramar.

Music on Main

Weekly outdoor music event in downtown El Cajon featuring live performances, food, and community.

Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar at Culture Brewing Solana Beach

Chat with a Molecular Microbiologist and Immunologist over drinks in a casual bar setting.

Summer Concert Series: Eagles Greatest Hits by Classic Albums Live @ Rady Shell

Summer concert featuring Eagles Greatest Hits performed by Classic Albums Live at the Rady Shell.

USA vs Paraguay

Watch the USA vs Paraguay soccer match on the rooftop without the FIFA price tag.

Friday Sunset Sounds - Free Live Music

Free weekly rooftop live music by singer-songwriters with ocean views, food, and drinks at Trilogy Sanctuary.

Asif Ali

Stand-up comedy performance by Asif Ali at The Comedy Store La Jolla.

Writers' Open Mic - 2nd Fridays

Monthly open mic night for writers to share original work on second Fridays.

Resin Art - Cutting Boards & Coasters

Adults craft resin art on cutting boards and coasters in an evening workshop.

DeRay Davis

Chicago comedian and actor DeRay Davis performs stand-up about race, poverty, and growing up in the Windy City.

German Currents Kino: Winners

Award-winning German children's film about a Syrian refugee girl finding her footing on a Berlin school soccer team.

Radio 47

Improv comedy show at Mockingbird Improv.

Hidden City Sounds: Sara Petite and FREE Line Dance Classes with Wild Moon

Free outdoor concert with outlaw country artist Sara Petite plus free line dance classes with Wild Moon.

Dauood Naimyar

Comedy Central veteran and JFL New Face Dauood Naimyar performs relatable stand-up on identity and belonging.

Alain Whyte, DJ Ray Chaos

Alternative rock and DJ night at The Casbah featuring Alain Whyte.

Pat Burtscher LIVE! [FRI]

Stand-up comedian Pat Burtscher performs live, as seen on Don't Tell Comedy and YouTube.

Don't Tell Comedy - Secret Show in Vista (9th Anniversary)

Secret outdoor stand-up comedy show at a surprise winery in Vista, celebrating Don't Tell Comedy's 9th anniversary.

Thee Marloes, Thee Heart Tones

R&B double-bill at Lou Lou's Jungle Room at the Lafayette Hotel (sold out).

High Moon: A Space Western

Improv comedy show set in a space western universe at Mockingbird Improv.

Telenovela Improv

Improv comedy performed in the style of a dramatic telenovela at Mockingbird Improv.

PLAYBACK: Bellakeo | San Diego - Onyx Nightclub

Bellakeo music night at Onyx Room Nightclub in San Diego.

POV: It's 2016 with Myles Parrish

Myles Parrish spins a nostalgic 2016-themed DJ set at TilTwo Club.

Asif Ali (Late Show)

Late-night stand-up comedy performance by Asif Ali at The Comedy Store La Jolla.

The Church: The Singles 1980-2025

Australian post-punk legends The Church perform their greatest singles spanning 45 years at Belly Up Tavern (sold out).

Trainspotting (4K Restoration)

Danny Boyle's iconic 1996 British cult classic newly restored in 4K for its 30th anniversary.

Let Me Have It! An All-femme Improv Extravaganza

All-femme improv comedy showcase celebrating women in comedy at Mockingbird Improv.

Karaoke Night

Queer-themed late-night karaoke at the Clark Cabaret bar.

Latin & Hip-Hop Night

Parq Fridays Latin and Hip Hop night featuring a mix of Latin and hip-hop music.

SeaWorld San Diego ASL Saturday

Weekly ASL-interpreted experiences and programming every Saturday at SeaWorld San Diego.

DeLoss McGraw: Painter-Poet

Class for Caregivers

Discover how nature engages the five senses and supports those living with memory loss.

Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular

Immersive laser light show set to the iconic music of Pink Floyd.

The Marine Room's High Tide & Rising Tide Dinners

Multi-day dinner experience at The Marine Room

Live Music Summer Series with Y2K2K at Moonshine Beach

Live music performance by Y2K2K as part of the summer concert series at Moonshine Beach.

Asgeir w/ Nathaniel Stewart

Icelandic singer-songwriter Asgeir performs with Nathaniel Stewart at Music Box.

Intro to Cyanotyping

Learn the cyanotype photographic printing process using sunlight and chemistry.

Vista Farmer's Market

Weekly outdoor farmers market offering fresh produce, local goods, and artisan products in Vista.

Real Hypha at Moonshine Beach

Live performance by Real Hypha at Moonshine Beach country bar.

Yoga

Vinyasa yoga class held in the lush Walled Garden.

Wild Robot @ Silver Wing Recreation Center

Outdoor free movie screening of Wild Robot at Silver Wing Neighborhood Park.

Encanto @ Luz Duran Park

Outdoor free movie screening of Encanto at Luz Duran Park.

Oak Oasis Star Party

Family star party with a twilight bat-and-scorpion hike, telescope viewing, campfire, s'mores, and cocoa.

Balboa Park Pack Walk

Dog-friendly walk in Balboa Park

US Police & Fire Championships – 59th Season

59th annual US Police & Fire Championships returns to San Diego celebrating public safety athletes.

Yoga at PQ

Yoga session at the park

Little Italy Mercato (Every Saturday)

Weekly outdoor farmers market in the heart of Little Italy with fresh produce, artisan goods, and food vendors.

Tai Chi Ch'uan Lee Style

Traditional tai chi instruction and practice

Second Saturday Cleanup

Monthly neighborhood cleanup focused on keeping Pacific Beach entry points free of trash.

Liberty Station's Third Annual Anchored in Wellness Festival

Full-day wellness festival with fitness classes, cold plunges, meditation, vendors, and food trucks.

Drop In Play

Weekly drop-in play session for kids at ArtReach San Diego.

Clay Handbuilding - Hanging Wall Pockets

Adults hand-build decorative hanging wall pocket sculptures in a two-hour clay workshop.

Hatha Yoga | Lexi Bann

Yoga flow with Lexi Bann that grounds your body and uplifts your spirit.

Snapshot Cal Coast: Community Science Day at Tijuana Slough

Partner-led community science day documenting wildlife at Tijuana Slough as part of Snapshot Cal Coast 2026.

Discovery Tables at 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail

Interactive nature discovery tables covering various topics in a fun, hands-on format at Mission Trails Regional Park.

Novel III: Plot

Online writing workshop focused on plot structure for novelists.

The June Patio Show

San Diego Potters' Guild juried show at Balboa Park's Spanish Village featuring handmade pottery for sale and live wheel-throwing demonstrations.

Workshop Two: Making Meaningful Connections

Science communication training workshop helping STEM professionals craft clear messages and connect with diverse audiences.

5k Fun Run x Mike Hess Brewing Co | 2026 CA Brewery Running Series

Run, walk, or jog a 5k course then celebrate at the finish line at Mike Hess Brewing.

'BOARDED!' A New Pirate Adventure

Immersive 90-minute interactive pirate cruise on San Diego Bay aboard a historic tall ship with swashbuckling theatrics.

Family Art Adventures

Museum collection experiences for families with young children at the San Diego Museum of Art.

Garden Party: Pressed Flower Bookmark Workshop

Outdoor self-guided workshop to create pressed flower bookmarks, includes materials, light refreshments, and garden admission.

Summer Kick-Off Family Day at San Diego Model Railroad Museum

Family-friendly summer kick-off day at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum with activities included with admission.

The Eras Tour (Drag Version) San Diego 6/13

Drag tribute show recreating Taylor Swift's Eras Tour experience at The Shout! House.

Step By Step Dance – You Can't Stop This

Annual Step by Step Dance recital showcasing students' hard work with a variety of skillfully choreographed performances.

55th Annual San Diego Greek Festival

San Diego's longest-running Greek festival with authentic food, live music, and folk dance.

San Diego County Fair's Asian and Pacific Islander Festival

Cultural celebration at the Fair featuring dance, music, martial arts, and immersive exhibits from Asian and Pacific Islander nations.

Vibe & Flow | Dotty Sunshine

Music-driven, rhythm-based yoga blending traditional yoga with intuitive, embodied movement.

Wing Fest San Diego 2026! 9th Annual.

Annual chicken wing festival at Broadway Pier featuring local restaurants and food vendors.

Vegan Food Popup (North Park)

Monthly open-air vegan market near North Park Mini Park featuring 60+ eco-friendly food and product vendors.

25th Annual Filipino Cultural Celebration

FACO's free cultural festival featuring Filipino food, colorful costumes, entertainment, arts, crafts, and vendors at Civic Center Plaza.

Workshop | Lamp Design with Maryam Bayat

Hands-on decoupage workshop transforming recycled glass bottles into decorative objects inspired by Persian motifs with artist Maryam Bayat.

FREE Multi-groups Local Urban Trail Hike- Marian Bear Park ~ 4 miles

Easy 4-mile urban trail hike through Marian Bear Park along San Clemente Canyon with forest canopy and creek.

Voice of the Heart Workshop | Kaila Dixon

90-minute immersive experience weaving breath, movement, mantra, vocal activation, and live sound healing.

FREE! Arts Fest at Liberty Station

Free arts festival featuring art, music, and more at Liberty Station's North Promenade.

Nocturnes: Five Ballets

A visiting dance company presents five ballets in matinee and evening performances at The Conrad.

Matthew Medney discussing EXISTENCE EQUATION

In-store author event with Matthew Medney discussing his sci-fi/fantasy book EXISTENCE EQUATION.

Beginner Swing Classes with Mercedes Moore

Learn 6-Count Lindy (East Coast Swing) fundamentals in a welcoming environment; no partner or prior experience needed.

Ask E. Jean

Documentary portrait of E. Jean Carroll, trailblazing journalist and advice columnist who twice beat Trump in court.

Once Upon a Mic

Open mic where comedians test and refine material in a supportive environment; guests welcome.

LADY BUSHRA: PROFESSIONAL VICTIM

UK drag comedian Lady Bushra performs a sharp hour of stand-up blending political satire and immigrant storytelling, ages 21+.

The 8th Annual San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival

Two-day outdoor jazz festival at The Rady Shell featuring Boney James, Lalah Hathaway, Bob James, and more smooth jazz artists.

Field of Dreamz Festival

Two-stage music festival at Petco Park featuring Slightly Stoopid, Sublime, Stephen Marley, and more.

East Village Blues Festival

5th annual outdoor blues festival at Quartyard featuring award-winning acts, dancing, and food. 21+.

Escape your 9-5 @ 5-9

Early evening party at Parq Nightclub to unwind after the work week.

San Diego Singles Speed Dating Ages 45-59

Speed dating event for singles ages 45–59 at Ballast Point Brewing.

Queer Cinema for Palestine 2026

Curated program of six short films by queer, Palestinian, and allied artists highlighting art as resistance.

Loma Club's First Annual Loma Luau

Hawaiian BBQ evening with handcrafted tiki cocktails at The Loma Club in Liberty Station.

Summer Concert: Ginuwine

Iconic R&B artist Ginuwine performs fan-favorite hits including "Pony" and "Differences" at Bayside Amphitheater.

Dance Medicine w/ Govinda & Lil Fish

Conscious dance party with yoga, sound healing, live music, DJ sets, cacao lounge, and healing offerings; 21+ substance-free event.

Wacken Metal Battle – National Finals

National finals of the Wacken Metal Battle competition featuring top metal bands.

A Celebration of the Music of Chick Corea

Charlie Arbelaez & Ed Spillane Quintet pay tribute to the iconic jazz pianist Chick Corea.

All Hands On Deck!

Audience-powered improvised game show similar to Whose Line Is It Anyway, every Saturday night.

Selena Tribute Dance Concert

Tribute dance concert celebrating Selena's music at The Venue at Eastlake.

Asif Ali

Stand-up comedy performance by Asif Ali at The Comedy Store La Jolla.

GRiZ with Sippy

Electronic funk artist GRiZ headlines the Corona Grandstand Stage with bass music opener SIPPY at the San Diego County Fair.

RoseKing / Promised Paradigm / Undead Sunset

Live music night featuring RoseKing, Promised Paradigm, and Undead Sunset.

Pat Burtscher LIVE! [SAT]

Stand-up comedian Pat Burtscher performs live, as seen on Don't Tell Comedy and YouTube.

Don't Tell Comedy - Secret Show in Solana Beach (9th Anniversary)

Secret indoor comedy show at a surprise winery venue featuring 4-7 curated comedians, drinks available for purchase.

Don't Tell Comedy - Secret Show in Encinitas (9th Anniversary)

Secret comedy show at a surprise indoor event space in Encinitas with 4-7 curated comedians.

Improv VS Standup

Standup comedians perform, then improvisers create scenes inspired by their material—laugh twice.

CD Ghost, Primer

Alternative indie double-bill at The Casbah.

Artifakts at the San Diego County Fair

Electronic multimedia artist Garret Meyer performs a shape-shifting set blending bass music and funk at the San Diego County Fair.

Asif Ali (Late Show)

Late-night stand-up comedy performance by Asif Ali at The Comedy Store La Jolla.

Parq Saturdays Y2K & Hip-Hop Party

Y2K-themed Saturday night party with hip-hop music at Parq Nightclub.

Film Geeks San Diego: The Man with a Shotgun

Spaghetti western screening for film enthusiast community.

Yoga at the Maritime Museum

All-levels 90-minute waterfront yoga flow beside historic ships, in partnership with Movement Matters Collective.

Crochet 101 & Tea

Beginner crochet workshop paired with tea in a relaxed creative setting.

Measure for Measure

Shakespeare theater production midnight performance

Color Magic x Caylee Cakes Garden Pop-up

Free garden pop-up featuring art, color exploration, and Caylee Cakes treats.

Works In Progress

Seven artists present 21 original mixed-media works in their first exhibition at F1VE art Studio.

Bird Walks

Guided bird walk through Mission Trails Regional Park with MTRP Trail Guides.

Nature Hike: Batiquitos Lagoon (Gabbiano Trailhead)

Pleasant walk on level terrain at Batiquitos Lagoon, suitable for kids of all ages.

Hillcrest Farmers Market 2026

Weekly farmers market in Hillcrest with fresh produce, meat, seafood, prepared foods, and artisan goods.

Yoga | Ashley Laurie x Prana

Heart-centered vinyasa flow inspired by nature, building strength, flexibility, and balance.

Connecting with Nature Meditation and Qi Gong

Meditation and Qi Gong in nature

AZAZIE San Diego Pop-up

Bridal and formalwear pop-up shopping event at Courtyard by Marriott Liberty Station.

Nature Appreciation Meditation & Walk: Sunday Reset on Balboa Park Trails

Meditation and nature walk reset at Balboa Park Trails

Sky Tonight Weekend Edition: Mineralogy in the Universe

Live planetarium show exploring minerals across planets, moons, asteroids, and meteorites in our solar system.

Play Day: Giants

Free family art day with hands-on painting, tours, community mural, and storytime inspired by the Giants exhibition.

Native American Heritage Day at San Diego County Fair

Celebrate Indigenous culture with Bird Singing, Bird Dancing, Contest Dancing, and Native vendors.

Flag Day with the Mountain Fifes & Drums

Celebrate the 249th anniversary of the American flag with a live performance by the Mountain Fifes & Drums.

Free Second Sunday

Free all-day museum admission on the second Sunday of every month, including access to all current exhibitions.

Open Invite | Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego offers complimentary free admission every second Sunday of the month.

Learn Japanese Letters

Beginner class covering Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji with stroke order, pronunciation, and cultural context.

Field Walk + Meditation | Tamara Fancher

Guided walk through a familiar landscape offering a fresh, meditative perspective.

Open Invite | San Diego Chinese Historical Museum

San Diego Chinese Historical Museum offers complimentary free admission every second Sunday of the month.

Women's Chess Class & Social | Co-Presented by: Let's Go Girls - San Diego

Women's chess class and social meetup co-presented by Let's Go Girls at Tavern at the Beach.

Romance Book Club

Monthly romance book club open to newcomers, with a 20% discount on the selected read.

Line Dancing with Bryan Cleary

Fun, beginner-friendly 1-hour line dance class with instructor Bryan of Wild Moon Country Dance.

Art + Wellness: Calm and Creativity with Clay

Calming air-dry clay handbuilding workshop with Ellie Fonseca; no experience necessary, all materials provided.

Native Flute Circle at 2 Father Junipero Serra Trail

Community Native American flute circle gathering at Mission Trails Regional Park.

San Diego * FAMILY RAVE * Drop it Like it's Yacht

Family dance party with live DJs playing house, EDM, and drum & bass, plus crafts, bubbles, and a multi-sensory dancefloor.

David Slayton discussing THE SILENT PATHS OF NIGHT with Brian Asman

In-store author event with David Slayton and Brian Asman discussing THE SILENT PATHS OF NIGHT.

Our Shared Table

Bimonthly cookbook club with a live chef demonstration and tasting of Gabriela Marks's Everyday Extraordinary; limited to 25 guests.

KPBS Kids: The San Diego County Fair with Arthur!

Kids meet-and-greet with PBS character Arthur, featuring story times, book giveaways, and KPBS exhibits at the County Fair.

Sunday Organ Concert at Spreckels Organ Pavilion

Free weekly outdoor organ concert at Balboa Park's Spreckels Organ Pavilion.

Let's BOOK It! The Lion Women of Tehran

Book club discussion of The Lion Women of Tehran with San Diego Outdoor Enthusiasts.

Sound Journey | Sally Tabib

Immersive sound healing session where sound becomes medicine and the noise of the world softens.

Oceanside Bombers Football vs Washington Wolfpack

Indoor arena football game featuring the Oceanside Bombers against the Washington Wolfpack.

Le Salon de Musiques: Concert 9

Intimate chamber concert featuring Beethoven, Chopin, and a US premiere by Goldmark at La Jolla Women's Club.

DJ Pammy D – Groovy Vinyl

DJ Pammy D spins a groovy vinyl set at TilTwo Club.