Things to Do in San Diego

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Updated: July 11, 2026
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Top attractions and experiences across San Diego
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1,148 Upcoming Events
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479 Upcoming Events
Musicals & Plays
182 Upcoming Events
SPORTS
93 Upcoming Events
BALLET
15 Upcoming Events
Music Festivals
13 Upcoming Events
Family
9 Upcoming Events
CIRCUS
5 Upcoming Events
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5 Upcoming Events
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1 Upcoming Events
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  • Jul
    11
    2026
    5:40 PM
    Sat
    Professional (MLB)
    Weekend Event
    San Diego Padres vs. Toronto Blue Jays
    Petco Park • 40209 seats
    Petco Park
    location92111, 100 Park Boulevard  San Diego, CAlocation92111, 100 Park Boulevard San Diego, CA, US
    From $16Avg. price ~ $131Tickets Available: 1464
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  • Jul
    11
    2026
    5:45 PM
    Sat
    National Womens Soccer League (NWSL)
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    San Diego Wave FC vs. Angel City FC
    Snapdragon Stadium
    Snapdragon Stadium
    location92108, 9449 Friars Road  San Diego, CAlocation92108, 9449 Friars Road San Diego, CA, US
    From $21Avg. price ~ $268Tickets Available: 801
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  • Jul
    11
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    COUNTRY / FOLK
    Weekend Event
    Wynonna Judd & Melissa Etheridge
    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 $64Avg. price ~ $232Tickets Available: 78
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  • Jul
    11
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Beauty and The Beast
    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 $49Avg. price ~ $242Tickets Available: 83
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  • Jul
    11
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    COUNTRY / FOLK
    Weekend Event
    Chris Stapleton's All-American Road Show: Chris Stapleton & Molly Tuttle
    Chris Stapleton's All-American Road Show: Chris Stapleton & Molly Tuttle
    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 $125Avg. price ~ $273Tickets Available: 145
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  • Jul
    11
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    San Diego Opera: Fellow Travelers
    San Diego Opera: Fellow Travelers
    Balboa Theatre - San Diego • 1335 seats
    Balboa Theatre - San Diego
    location92101, 868 Fourth Avenue  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 868 Fourth Avenue San Diego, CA, US
    From $102Avg. price ~ $394Tickets Available: 62
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  • Jul
    11
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Sat
    Concert
    Weekend Event
    Noise Complaints
    The Observatory - North Park • 1100 seats
    The Observatory - North Park
    location92104, 2891 University Avenue  San Diego, CAlocation92104, 2891 University Avenue San Diego, CA, US
    From $72Avg. price ~ $8716 tickets remaining!
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  • Jul
    11
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Sat
    Concert
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Brit Floyd
    Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre • 47000 seats
    Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
    location92182, 5500 Campanile Dr  San Diego, CAlocation92182, 5500 Campanile Dr San Diego, CA, US
    From $10Avg. price ~ $113Tickets Available: 603
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  • Jul
    11
    2026
    9:00 PM
    Sat
    R&B / SOUL
    Weekend Event
    SD Loves RnB
    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 $35Avg. price ~ $412 tickets remaining!
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  • Jul
    11
    2026
    9:30 PM
    Sat
    Concert
    Weekend Event
    Emo Night Brooklyn
    House Of Blues - San Diego • 1100 seats
    House Of Blues - San Diego
    location92101, 1055 5th Ave  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 1055 5th Ave San Diego, CA, US
    From $30Avg. price ~ $4712 tickets remaining!
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  • Jul
    12
    2026
    12:00 PM
    Sun
    Concert
    Weekend Event
    Gutterfest Hangover ft. Guttermouth
    Gutterfest Hangover ft. Guttermouth
    The Holding Company
    The Holding Company
    location92107, 5046 Newport Ave  San Diego, CAlocation92107, 5046 Newport Ave San Diego, CA, US
    From $49Avg. price ~ $5616 tickets remaining!
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  • Jul
    12
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Beauty and The Beast
    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 $32Avg. price ~ $231Tickets Available: 58
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  • Jul
    12
    2026
    1:10 PM
    Sun
    Professional (MLB)
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    San Diego Padres vs. Toronto Blue Jays
    Petco Park • 40209 seats
    Petco Park
    location92111, 100 Park Boulevard  San Diego, CAlocation92111, 100 Park Boulevard San Diego, CA, US
    From $10Avg. price ~ $107Tickets Available: 1313
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  • Jul
    12
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    OPERA
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    San Diego Opera: Fellow Travelers
    San Diego Opera: Fellow Travelers
    Balboa Theatre - San Diego • 1335 seats
    Balboa Theatre - San Diego
    location92101, 868 Fourth Avenue  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 868 Fourth Avenue San Diego, CA, US
    From $72Avg. price ~ $785Tickets Available: 44
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  • Jul
    12
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Beauty and The Beast
    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 $49Avg. price ~ $600Tickets Available: 74
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  • Jul
    12
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sun
    POP / ROCK
    Weekend Event
    Wolfmother
    The Observatory - North Park • 1100 seats
    The Observatory - North Park
    location92104, 2891 University Avenue  San Diego, CAlocation92104, 2891 University Avenue San Diego, CA, US
    From $44Avg. price ~ $7916 tickets remaining!
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  • Jul
    12
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sun
    CLASSICAL
    Weekend Event
    San Diego Symphony: Yaniv Dinur - Beethoven Symphony No.4
    San Diego Symphony: Yaniv Dinur - Beethoven Symphony No.4
    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 $44Avg. price ~ $117Tickets Available: 32
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  • Jul
    12
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Sun
    COUNTRY / FOLK
    Weekend Event
    Dylan LeBlanc
    Dylan LeBlanc
    The Casbah - CA • 75 seats
    The Casbah - CA
    location92101, 2501 Kettner Blvd.  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 2501 Kettner Blvd. San Diego, CA, US
    From $61Avg. price ~ $704 tickets remaining!
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  • Jul
    12
    2026
    8:30 PM
    Sun
    Concert
    Weekend Event
    Candlelight: Tribute to TOOL
    Fleet Science Center
    Fleet Science Center
    location92101, 1875 El Prado  San Diego, CAlocation92101, 1875 El Prado San Diego, CA, US
    From $87Avg. price ~ $13910 tickets remaining!
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  • Jul
    12
    2026
    9:00 PM
    Sun
    RAP / HIP HOP
    Weekend Event
    Afroman
    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 $71Avg. price ~ $9310 tickets remaining!
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Family
Zoos, aquariums, children's museums
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Museums, landmarks, observation decks
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Fairs & Festivals
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Nightlife
Bars, clubs, live music venues
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Dining
Restaurants, food halls, breweries

About Things to Do

Explore San Diego throughout the year

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Things to Do FAQ

Frequently asked questions about activities in San Diego

What are the best things to do in San Diego?

Browse concerts, sports, theatre, museums, attractions, festivals, parks, dining, nightlife, and seasonal events taking place throughout San Diego and nearby areas.

What can I do in San Diego today?

Check the daily events calendar for concerts, sports, theatre performances, comedy shows, festivals, exhibitions, family activities, and special events happening today.

What are the best family activities?

Families can enjoy zoos, aquariums, children's museums, parks, interactive attractions, seasonal festivals, educational exhibits, and live entertainment.

Are there free things to do?

Many parks, public beaches, walking trails, neighborhood festivals, public art installations, outdoor concerts, and community events are free throughout the year.

What are the best nightlife activities?

Popular nightlife includes rooftop bars, live music venues, comedy clubs, theatres, breweries, cocktail lounges, restaurants, and entertainment districts.

When is the best time to visit San Diego?

Every season offers something different, including outdoor activities, festivals, sporting events, concerts, theatre performances, holiday celebrations, and cultural attractions.

Are activities available year-round?

Yes. Live entertainment, museums, attractions, restaurants, sports, theatre, parks, and seasonal festivals take place throughout the year.

How do I find upcoming events?

Browse the regularly updated events calendar to discover concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, festivals, attractions, and family-friendly activities by date, category, or location.