Best Events in San Diego

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Updated: August 9, 2026
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San Diego hosts 1355 upcoming events, including concerts, sports, theater, comedy, and festivals, with tickets starting from $15 and averaging $113, across venues throughout San Diego, CA. Next up: August 9, 2026 at Petco Park. Schedules updated as of August 9, 2026.

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San Diego Padres vs. Houston Astros
Aug 9 · 5:20 PM · San Diego, CA
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Upcoming Events: 1,355
  • Aug
    09
    2026
    5:20 PM
    Sun
    Professional (MLB)
    Weekend Event
    San Diego Padres vs. Houston Astros
    Petco Park • 40209 seats
    Petco Park
    location92111, 100 Park Boulevard  San Diego, CAlocation92111, 100 Park Boulevard San Diego, CA, US
    From $15Avg. price ~ $113Tickets Available: 1771
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  • Aug
    09
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Sun
    COMEDY
    Weekend Event
    Salty Mom Comedy Tour
    Gold Room at Mic Drop Comedy
    Gold Room at Mic Drop Comedy
    location92123, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd  San Diego, CAlocation92123, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA, US
    From $23Avg. price ~ $2710 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    09
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    The Family Album
    Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre at Mandell Weiss Center
    Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre at Mandell Weiss Center
    location92093, 9500 Gilman Drive  La Jolla, CAlocation92093, 9500 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA, US
    From $136Avg. price ~ $16818 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    09
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sun
    COMEDY
    Weekend Event
    Liza Treyger
    The Comedy Store - La Jolla
    The Comedy Store - La Jolla
    location92037, 916 Pearl St.  La Jolla, CAlocation92037, 916 Pearl St. La Jolla, CA, US
    From $40Avg. price ~ $5416 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    09
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sun
    DANCE
    Weekend Event
    Siudy Garrido Flamenco Company: Flamenco Intimo
    Epstein Family Amphitheater
    Epstein Family Amphitheater
    location92093, 9500 Gilman Drive  La Jolla, CAlocation92093, 9500 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA, US
    From $84Avg. price ~ $978 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    09
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sun
    Tournaments & Cups
    Weekend Event
    Leagues Cup: Phase One - San Diego FC vs. Club Tijuana
    Snapdragon Stadium
    Snapdragon Stadium
    location92108, 9449 Friars Road  San Diego, CAlocation92108, 9449 Friars Road San Diego, CA, US
    From $78Avg. price ~ $359Tickets Available: 966
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  • Aug
    09
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sun
    LATIN
    Weekend Event
    Gipsy Kings & Nicolas Reyes
    The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
    The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
    location92101, 200 Marina Park Way  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 200 Marina Park Way San Diego, CA, US
    From $69Avg. price ~ $249Tickets Available: 210
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  • Aug
    09
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sun
    POP / ROCK
    Weekend Event
    BINI
    San Diego Civic Theatre • 2967 seats
    San Diego Civic Theatre
    location92101, 1100 3rd Avenue  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 1100 3rd Avenue San Diego, CA, US
    From $68Avg. price ~ $130Tickets Available: 253
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  • Aug
    09
    2026
    10:00 PM
    Sun
    TECHNO / ELECTRONIC
    Weekend Event
    Waterfront After Party: Massane
    Waterfront After Party: Massane
    Music Box - San Diego • 700 seats
    Music Box - San Diego
    location92101, 1337 India St  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 1337 India St San Diego, CA, US
    From $15Avg. price ~ $175 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    10
    2026
    6:40 PM
    Mon
    Professional (MLB)
    San Diego Padres vs. Milwaukee Brewers
    Petco Park • 40209 seats
    Petco Park
    location92111, 100 Park Boulevard  San Diego, CAlocation92111, 100 Park Boulevard San Diego, CA, US
    From $20Avg. price ~ $117Tickets Available: 1161
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  • Aug
    11
    2026
    6:40 PM
    Tue
    Professional (MLB)
    Best Value
    San Diego Padres vs. Milwaukee Brewers
    Petco Park • 40209 seats
    Petco Park
    location92111, 100 Park Boulevard  San Diego, CAlocation92111, 100 Park Boulevard San Diego, CA, US
    From $12Avg. price ~ $95Tickets Available: 1129
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  • Aug
    11
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    POP / ROCK
    Santana & The Doobie Brothers
    North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre • 20500 seats
    North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
    location91911, 2050 Entertainment Circle  Chula Vista, CAlocation91911, 2050 Entertainment Circle Chula Vista, CA, US
    From $29Avg. price ~ $371Tickets Available: 443
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  • Aug
    11
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Hell's Kitchen - The Musical
    San Diego Civic Theatre • 2967 seats
    San Diego Civic Theatre
    location92101, 1100 3rd Avenue  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 1100 3rd Avenue San Diego, CA, US
    From $88Avg. price ~ $232Tickets Available: 125
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  • Aug
    11
    2026
    8:30 PM
    Tue
    POP / ROCK
    Dark Alley Dogs
    The Casbah - CA • 75 seats
    The Casbah - CA
    location92101, 2501 Kettner Blvd.  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 2501 Kettner Blvd. San Diego, CA, US
    From $17Avg. price ~ $2216 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    12
    2026
    1:10 PM
    Wed
    Professional (MLB)
    Best Value
    High Demand
    San Diego Padres vs. Milwaukee Brewers
    Petco Park • 40209 seats
    Petco Park
    location92111, 100 Park Boulevard  San Diego, CAlocation92111, 100 Park Boulevard San Diego, CA, US
    From $11Avg. price ~ $135Tickets Available: 1150
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  • Aug
    12
    2026
    6:45 PM
    Wed
    POP / ROCK
    Toto, Christopher Cross & The Romantics
    North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre • 20500 seats
    North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
    location91911, 2050 Entertainment Circle  Chula Vista, CAlocation91911, 2050 Entertainment Circle Chula Vista, CA, US
    From $24Avg. price ~ $162Tickets Available: 1845
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  • Aug
    12
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    LATIN
    Helado Tropical (Helado Negro & Reyna Tropical)
    Epstein Family Amphitheater
    Epstein Family Amphitheater
    location92093, 9500 Gilman Drive  La Jolla, CAlocation92093, 9500 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA, US
    From $73Avg. price ~ $8514 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    12
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    COMEDY
    Chris Cope
    Main Room at Mic Drop Comedy
    Main Room at Mic Drop Comedy
    location92123, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd  San Diego, CAlocation92123, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA, US
    From $43Avg. price ~ $5020 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    12
    2026
    7:15 PM
    Wed
    Tournaments & Cups
    Best Value
    Leagues Cup: Phase One - San Diego FC vs. Club Puebla
    Snapdragon Stadium
    Snapdragon Stadium
    location92108, 9449 Friars Road  San Diego, CAlocation92108, 9449 Friars Road San Diego, CA, US
    From $12Avg. price ~ $152Tickets Available: 5705
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  • Aug
    12
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    POP / ROCK
    George Thorogood and The Destroyers
    Humphreys Concerts By The Bay • 1400 seats
    Humphreys Concerts By The Bay
    location92106, 2241 Shelter Island Dr.  San Diego, CAlocation92106, 2241 Shelter Island Dr. San Diego, CA, US
    From $78Avg. price ~ $160Tickets Available: 680
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  • Aug
    12
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Hell's Kitchen - The Musical
    San Diego Civic Theatre • 2967 seats
    San Diego Civic Theatre
    location92101, 1100 3rd Avenue  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 1100 3rd Avenue San Diego, CA, US
    From $88Avg. price ~ $179Tickets Available: 241
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  • Aug
    12
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    COMEDY
    Antoine Scott
    Gold Room at Mic Drop Comedy
    Gold Room at Mic Drop Comedy
    location92123, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd  San Diego, CAlocation92123, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA, US
    From $58Avg. price ~ $8218 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    12
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Wed
    COMEDY
    American Me Comedy
    The Comedy Store - La Jolla
    The Comedy Store - La Jolla
    location92037, 916 Pearl St.  La Jolla, CAlocation92037, 916 Pearl St. La Jolla, CA, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $5718 tickets remaining!
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  • Aug
    12
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Wed
    R&B / SOUL
    Gallant
    SOMA
    SOMA
    location92110, 3350 Sports Arena Blvd  San Diego, CAlocation92110, 3350 Sports Arena Blvd San Diego, CA, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $7616 tickets remaining!
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San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Aug 22, 2026
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Balboa Theatre - San Diego
San Diego, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 37
Next Event: Aug 15, 2026
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Brick By Brick
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Sep 27, 2026
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Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
San Diego, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 11
Next Event: Aug 13, 2026
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Corazon Del Barrio
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Aug 14, 2026
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Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage - The Old Globe
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 36
Next Event: Sep 06, 2026
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Epstein Family Amphitheater
La Jolla, CA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 11
Next Event: Aug 09, 2026
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EQ Nightclub
San Diego, CA
Nightclub
Upcoming Events: 2
Next Event: Oct 17, 2026
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Faith Chapel
Spring Valley, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Oct 23, 2026
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Fit Social Club
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 4
Next Event: Aug 14, 2026
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Gallagher Square at Petco Park
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 14
Next Event: Aug 18, 2026
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Gold Room at Mic Drop Comedy
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 80
Next Event: Aug 09, 2026
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House Of Blues - San Diego
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 26
Next Event: Aug 14, 2026
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Humphrey's Backstage Live
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 6
Next Event: Aug 26, 2026
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Humphreys Concerts By The Bay
San Diego, CA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 13
Next Event: Aug 12, 2026
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Best Events Guide

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CONCERTS
1,124 Upcoming Events
COMEDY
424 Upcoming Events
THEATRE
258 Upcoming Events
SPORTS
206 Upcoming Events

About Best Events

The best events in San Diego include 1355 concerts, sports, theater, comedy, and festivals, with tickets starting from $15. Browse updated schedules, discover top venues, and compare ticket options throughout San Diego and nearby areas.

Best Events FAQ

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What are the best events in San Diego?

"San Diego currently has 1355 events on the calendar, including concerts, sports, theater, comedy, and festivals."

How are featured events selected?

Featured events highlight popular performances, major sporting events, festivals, and highly anticipated live entertainment.

Where can I buy tickets?

Tickets are available through official partners, venues, organizers, and trusted ticket marketplaces.

Are family-friendly events included?

Yes. The guide includes family attractions, festivals, exhibitions, holiday events, and activities for all ages.

Can I browse events by category?

Yes. Explore concerts, sports, theater, comedy, festivals, attractions, and more.

Do event schedules change?

Yes. Dates, venues, and ticket availability may change as events are announced or updated.

Can I find free events?

Yes. Many cities host free festivals, outdoor concerts, community events, and seasonal celebrations.

How often is the guide updated?

Featured events and schedules are updated regularly throughout the year.

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