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Events in San Diego, CA

60 upcoming events near San Diego — concerts, theater, markets, library programs and more. Free to browse; each links to the source.

Classes & arts

June 6, 2026

10:00 a.m.

Santee Lakes · San Diego, CA

Classes & arts

Paint at The Lake: Cherry Blossom Paint Session

Santee Lakes

Paint a cherry blossom scene lakeside with step-by-step guidance at Santee Lakes.

Arts and craftsIndoors

Music & concerts

June 7, 2026

2 PM

Encinitas · Community Room · San Diego, CA

Music & concerts

First Sunday Concerts - Quinteto Caballero

Encinitas · Community Room

Bill Caballero is the real deal. Decades of hosting Latin Jazz jam nights in Barrio Logan featuring Los Maniacos , Bill has honed his chops and led to his induction into the San Diego Music Hall of Fame. In June, Bill is bringing his best musicians to the Encinitas Library for an afternoon that is guaranteed to delight and entertain. In a twist, he’ll be substituting the guitar for our Steinway piano. It’s a move that will only enrich the already full sound of the Quinteto. Come early to ensu...

MusicIndoors

Classes & arts

June 7, 2026

Afternoon

Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego · San Diego, CA

Classes & arts

Give It a Spin! One-Day Ceramics Wheel Throwing Workshop

Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego

Try your hand at the pottery wheel in a beginner-friendly one-day ceramics workshop.

Arts and craftsClasses and talksIndoors

Dance & fitness

June 8, 2026

11 AM

Bonita-Sunnyside · Community Room · San Diego, CA

Dance & fitnessHappens regularly

Gentle Chair Yoga

Bonita-Sunnyside · Community Room

Work on your flexibility and balance with gentle yoga suitable for adults of all ages. Seating is limited to 45.

Dance and fitnessWeeklyBring the grandkids

Music & concerts

June 9, 2026

7:30 p.m.

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · San Diego, CA

Music & concerts

Paul Simon: A Quiet Celebration Tour

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

See Paul Simon perform on the bay in an intimate evening of his songbook at the Rady Shell.

MusicOutdoors

Lifelong learning

June 10, 2026

Evening

San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas · San Diego, CA

Lifelong learning

Sips & Science: Otay Mountain Native Plants

San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas

Sip a drink while a conservation manager talks through the rare native plants of Otay Mountain.

GardeningOutdoorsIndoors

Community & civic

June 10 to July 5, 2026

San Diego, CA

Community & civic

San Diego County Fair at Del Mar

The biggest event on the county calendar takes over the Del Mar Fairgrounds with food, concerts, livestock, and rides. It runs most days across nearly a month, so there is no rush to catch it.

Bring the grandkids

Music & concerts

June 10 to July 5, 2026

Evenings

Corona Grandstand Stage, Del Mar Fairgrounds · San Diego, CA

Music & concertsHappens regularly

Toyota Summer Concert Series at the Fair

Corona Grandstand Stage, Del Mar Fairgrounds

Catch classic favorites and rising stars on the Fair's largest stage with the Ferris wheel lighting up the night behind the music.

MusicBring the grandkids

Food festivals

June 10 to July 6, 2026

Varies by day

Del Mar Fairgrounds · San Diego, CA

Food festivals

San Diego County Fair

Del Mar Fairgrounds

Spend a day at the annual San Diego County Fair in Del Mar with fair food, rides, livestock, and exhibits for every interest.

Food and wineBring the grandkids

Dance & fitness

June 11, 2026

1 PM

Bonita-Sunnyside · Community Room · San Diego, CA

Dance & fitnessHappens regularly

Silver Age Yoga

Bonita-Sunnyside · Community Room

Chair yoga classes featuring a style of yoga designed specifically for older adults. Seating is limited to 45.

Dance and fitnessWeekly

Music & concerts

June 11 to August 13, 2026

Thursday evenings

Santee · San Diego, CA

Music & concertsFreeHappens regularly

Santee Summer Concert Series

Santee

Bring a chair for free Thursday concerts paired with a weekly food truck rally all summer in Santee.

MusicFood and wine

Music & concerts

June 11 to 13, 2026

Daytime

Encinitas beach · San Diego, CA

Music & concertsFree

Switchfoot BRO-AM Beach Fest

Encinitas beach

Watch a surf contest and free live music at the band Switchfoot's annual beach festival.

MusicOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Music & concerts

June 12, 2026

7:30 p.m.

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · San Diego, CA

Music & concerts

Classic Albums Live performs The Eagles' Greatest Hits

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Hear the Eagles' greatest hits recreated note for note by Classic Albums Live on the waterfront.

MusicOutdoors

Music & concerts

June 13, 2026

Afternoon and evening

Petco Park, San Diego · San Diego, CA

Music & concerts

Field of Dreamz Reggae Festival

Petco Park, San Diego

Hear reggae and island sounds transform Petco Park into a festival ground for a day.

MusicOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Food festivals

June 13, 2026

All day

St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church · San Diego, CA

Food festivals

San Diego Greek Festival

St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church

Enjoy Greek food, music, dancing, and culture at this annual parish festival celebrating Hellenic heritage.

Food and wineOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Theater & film

June 13, 2026

1 PM

Crest · San Diego, CA

Theater & filmHappens regularly

Phase 10 Card Game

Crest

Patrons of all skill levels are welcome to stop by and play! Card sets will be provided. An instructor may be present based on availability.

Arts and craftsWeeklyIndoors

Music & concerts

June 13 to 14, 2026

Afternoon and evening

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · San Diego, CA

Music & concerts

San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Settle in for two days of smooth jazz, food, and a relaxed waterfront atmosphere at the 8th annual festival.

MusicOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Dance & fitness

June 13, 2026

Daytime

San Diego waterfront · San Diego, CA

Dance & fitness

Anchored in Wellness outdoor festival

San Diego waterfront

Move through yoga, pilates, a yin sound bath, cold plunges, and pop-up pickleball across two stages at this outdoor wellness day.

PickleballDance and fitnessOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Community & civic

June 13, 2026

Daytime

Leucadia, Encinitas · San Diego, CA

Community & civicFree

Summer Fun on the 101

Leucadia, Encinitas

Wander Encinitas' free community music festival on the 101 with a lineup curated by the Ruthless Hippies.

MusicOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Outdoors & nature

June 13, 2026

10:00 a.m.

Mike Hess Brewing, North Park · San Diego, CA

Outdoors & nature

Brewery Running Series 5K Fun Run

Mike Hess Brewing, North Park

Jog a casual 5K that ends with a beer at Mike Hess Brewing in North Park.

Food and wineOutdoors

Community & civic

June 13, 2026

2 PM

Ramona · San Diego, CA

Community & civic

Ramona Accordion Quartet (Hosted by the Friends of the Ramona Library)

Ramona

Join us for a performance from the Ramona Accordion Quartet. Hosted by the Friends of the Ramona Library.

IndoorsBring the grandkids

Community & civic

June 13, 2026

10 AM

Vista · San Diego, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Child Support Services

Vista

Department of Child Support Services will be onsite, the second Saturday of the month from 10AM-2PM, to help with your child support needs and to provide resources. If you can’t make it, join us on Zoom. Click bit.ly/ZoomNowWithDCSS More information here: Department of Child Support Services (sandiegocounty.gov)

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Lifelong learning

June 13, 2026

Daytime

San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas · San Diego, CA

Lifelong learning

Class for Caregivers: Sensory Challenges in Dementia

San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas

Learn how nature engages the five senses in this class designed for caregivers of people living with memory loss.

GardeningOutdoorsIndoors

Dance & fitness

June 15, 2026

11 AM

Bonita-Sunnyside · Community Room · San Diego, CA

Dance & fitnessHappens regularly

Gentle Chair Yoga

Bonita-Sunnyside · Community Room

Work on your flexibility and balance with gentle yoga suitable for adults of all ages. Seating is limited to 45.

Dance and fitnessWeeklyBring the grandkids

Dance & fitness

June 20, 2026

Evening

San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas · San Diego, CA

Dance & fitness

Summer Solstice Sound Healing

San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas

Mark the longest day of the year with a restorative sound bath in the garden.

GardeningOutdoors

Tastings

June 21, 2026

Afternoon

Del Mar Fairgrounds · San Diego, CA

Tastings

San Diego International Beer Festival Grand Tasting

Del Mar Fairgrounds

Sample award-winning beers from around the world at the Grand Tasting during the County Fair.

Food and wineOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Dance & fitness

June 22, 2026

11 AM

Bonita-Sunnyside · Community Room · San Diego, CA

Dance & fitnessHappens regularly

Gentle Chair Yoga

Bonita-Sunnyside · Community Room

Work on your flexibility and balance with gentle yoga suitable for adults of all ages. Seating is limited to 45.

Dance and fitnessWeeklyBring the grandkids

Community & civic

June 25, 2026

Jacumba · San Diego, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Digital Literacy and Tech Support

Jacumba

Learn how to use your smart phone, tablet, laptop and other devices. Get help with internet searching, email, downloading apps, eBooks and more. Important: Customers will be seen in order of arrival.

WeeklyBring the grandkids

Classes & arts

June 26, 2026

5:00 p.m.

JRDN Restaurant, Pacific Beach · San Diego, CA

Classes & arts

Brushes & Blanc Paint and Wine Night

JRDN Restaurant, Pacific Beach

Pair painting with a glass of wine at this oceanfront paint-and-sip in Pacific Beach.

Arts and craftsFood and wineOutdoorsIndoors

Pickleball & rec

June 26, 2026

3 PM

Solana Beach · San Diego, CA

Pickleball & recHappens regularly

Adult Mahjong: Interest Form

Solana Beach

Open play for different levels of experience. Supplies provided, first come first serve. Registration is encouraged to let us know how much interest there is in this new program. Register online at SDCL.org or in person at the Solana Beach branch.

PickleballWeeklyOutdoors

Music & concerts

June 26, 2026

7:30 p.m.

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · San Diego, CA

Music & concerts

Opening Night with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Rafael Payare leads the symphony's summer opener with Shostakovich, Prokofiev, and Tchaikovsky's Fifth on San Diego Bay.

MusicOutdoors

Tastings

June 27, 2026

Daytime

Julian, CA restaurants and tasting rooms · San Diego, CA

Tastings

Taste of Julian

Julian, CA restaurants and tasting rooms

Take a self-guided tour of Julian's restaurants and tasting rooms to sample the mountain town's food and drink beyond its famous apples.

Food and wine

Music & concerts

June 27, 2026

7:30 p.m.

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · San Diego, CA

Music & concerts

The Beach Boys with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Sing along to the Beach Boys backed by the full San Diego Symphony Orchestra at the bayfront Rady Shell.

MusicOutdoors

Pickleball & rec

July 3, 2026

3 PM

Solana Beach · San Diego, CA

Pickleball & recHappens regularly

Adult Mahjong: Interest Form

Solana Beach

Open play for different levels of experience. Supplies provided, first come first serve. Registration is encouraged to let us know how much interest there is in this new program. Register online at SDCL.org or in person at the Solana Beach branch.

PickleballWeeklyOutdoors

Music & concerts

July 4, 2026

7:30 p.m.

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · San Diego, CA

Music & concerts

America The Beautiful: 250 (July 4 concert)

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Celebrate Independence Day with a patriotic symphony program marking America's 250th on the bay.

MusicOutdoorsHoliday

Community & civic

July 7, 2026

1 PM

Del Mar · San Diego, CA

Community & civic

Info Table - Southern Caregiver Resource Center (SCRC)

Del Mar

Southern Caregiver Resource Center (SCRC) is the leading provider of caregiver support services for San Diego County, serving over 100,000 clients annually with a wide variety of support services that include education, case management, counseling, respite care and support groups.

Bring the grandkids

Community & civic

July 7, 2026

4 PM

Solana Beach · San Diego, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Tech Support

Solana Beach

Do you need help accessing library resources? Are you baffled by apps? Or maybe you need some basic computer guidance? Call ahead to schedule one on one assistance for your tech related questions 858-755-1404 Help is available by appointment Tuesdays 4-6PM and Thursdays 10AM-12PM, for 30 minute appointments.

WeeklyOutdoorsIndoorsBring the grandkids

Community & civic

July 8, 2026

12 PM

El Cajon · San Diego, CA

Community & civicFreeHappens regularly

San Diego Law Library Information Table

El Cajon

We are excited to partner with the San Diego Law Library to bring you access to legal databases and reference assistance . On the 2 nd & 4 th Wednesday of the month, from 12pm to 4pm, a reference librarian from the Law Library will be at our location. The Librarian can guide you to resources to better understand and research common legal issues, assist with using the new legal databases, show you free legal websites, and make referrals to legal aid organizations. The Law Librarians cannot giv...

FreeWeeklyIndoorsBring the grandkids

Dance & fitness

July 9, 2026

10 AM

Solana Beach · San Diego, CA

Dance & fitnessHappens regularly

Chair Yoga

Solana Beach

Silver Yoga-All levels welcome. Chair support is offered to safely perform postures which help promote balance and flexibility. Bring your own mat or use one of ours.

Dance and fitnessWeeklyOutdoors

Community & civic

July 9, 2026

Jacumba · San Diego, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Digital Literacy and Tech Support

Jacumba

Learn how to use your smart phone, tablet, laptop and other devices. Get help with internet searching, email, downloading apps, eBooks and more. Important: Customers will be seen in order of arrival.

WeeklyBring the grandkids

Community & civic

July 10, 2026

6 PM

4S Ranch · San Diego, CA

Community & civic

Friday Nights Live: Bunco

4S Ranch

Bunco - Meet new friends & win fab prizes - adults only!

Bring the grandkids

Pickleball & rec

July 10, 2026

3 PM

Solana Beach · San Diego, CA

Pickleball & recHappens regularly

Adult Mahjong: Interest Form

Solana Beach

Open play for different levels of experience. Supplies provided, first come first serve. Registration is encouraged to let us know how much interest there is in this new program. Register online at SDCL.org or in person at the Solana Beach branch.

PickleballWeeklyOutdoors

Theater & film

July 11, 2026

1 PM

Crest · San Diego, CA

Theater & filmHappens regularly

Phase 10 Card Game

Crest

Patrons of all skill levels are welcome to stop by and play! Card sets will be provided. An instructor may be present based on availability.

Arts and craftsWeeklyIndoors

Community & civic

July 11, 2026

10 AM

Vista · San Diego, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Child Support Services

Vista

Department of Child Support Services will be onsite, the second Saturday of the month from 10AM-2PM, to help with your child support needs and to provide resources. If you can’t make it, join us on Zoom. Click bit.ly/ZoomNowWithDCSS More information here: Department of Child Support Services (sandiegocounty.gov)

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Tastings

July 11, 2026

Afternoon

Broadway Pier, San Diego · San Diego, CA

Tastings

Salty Toast Waterfront Beer, Wine & Spirits Festival

Broadway Pier, San Diego

Taste beer, wine, and spirits with bay views at this waterfront festival on Broadway Pier.

Food and wineOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Music & concerts

July 11, 2026

7:00 p.m.

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · San Diego, CA

Music & concerts

Wynonna Judd and Melissa Etheridge

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Two roots-music powerhouses share the Rady Shell stage for an evening of country and rock.

MusicOutdoors

Classes & arts

July 13, 2026

1 PM

San Marcos · San Diego, CA

Classes & artsFree

DIY Adult Art & Craft Series: Adult Coloring

San Marcos

Unwind, relax, and get creative at our DIY Adult Art & Craft Series! Join us for a calming Adult Coloring program where all supplies are provided – just bring yourself and enjoy an easy, stress-free way to create your own beautiful artwork. No artistic experience needed. Registration is required as space is limited. Sign up today!

Arts and craftsFreeIndoors

Community & civic

July 14, 2026

4 PM

Solana Beach · San Diego, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Tech Support

Solana Beach

Do you need help accessing library resources? Are you baffled by apps? Or maybe you need some basic computer guidance? Call ahead to schedule one on one assistance for your tech related questions 858-755-1404 Help is available by appointment Tuesdays 4-6PM and Thursdays 10AM-12PM, for 30 minute appointments.

WeeklyOutdoorsIndoorsBring the grandkids

Dance & fitness

July 16, 2026

9:45 AM

Ramona · San Diego, CA

Dance & fitnessHappens regularly

Tai Chi

Ramona

Come practice the art of Tai Chi in a relaxing environment. Taught by Rose Evans.

Dance and fitnessWeekly

Community & civic

July 17, 2026

12 PM

Solana Beach · San Diego, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

BRIDGE

Solana Beach

Join us for Bridge- Fridays from 12 to 2PM.

WeeklyOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Community & civic

July 17 to September 7, 2026

Opening Day July 17

San Diego, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Summer horse racing at Del Mar

The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club runs its summer meet from mid-July into early September, racing Thursdays through Sundays plus Labor Day. Opening Day is a dressy, festive scene, and the Pacific Classic is the big race in August.

Bring the grandkids

Pickleball & rec

July 17, 2026

3 PM

Solana Beach · San Diego, CA

Pickleball & recHappens regularly

Adult Mahjong: Interest Form

Solana Beach

Open play for different levels of experience. Supplies provided, first come first serve. Registration is encouraged to let us know how much interest there is in this new program. Register online at SDCL.org or in person at the Solana Beach branch.

PickleballWeeklyOutdoors

Community & civic

July 18 to 19, 2026

Festival noon to evening

San Diego, CA

Community & civic

San Diego Pride Festival in Balboa Park

Pride weekend brings a big parade through Hillcrest and a two-day festival at Marston Point in Balboa Park. It is one of the city's largest and most joyful gatherings.

OutdoorsBring the grandkids

Theater & film

June to July 2026

Evening and matinee showtimes

La Jolla Playhouse · San Diego, CA

Theater & filmHappens regularly

New Work at La Jolla Playhouse (A Black-billed Cuckoo and GRIM)

La Jolla Playhouse

Take in new work at the Tony-winning La Jolla Playhouse this summer.

Arts and craftsIndoors

Community & civic

July 21, 2026

5:30 PM

Ramona · San Diego, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Club de Lectura en Español

Ramona

Acompañanos cada martes de 5:30-6:30 y hablar sobre el libro del mes. Una gran oportunidad de conocer y saludar a otros participantes.

WeeklyBring the grandkids

Community & civic

July 22, 2026

12 PM

El Cajon · San Diego, CA

Community & civicFreeHappens regularly

San Diego Law Library Information Table

El Cajon

We are excited to partner with the San Diego Law Library to bring you access to legal databases and reference assistance . On the 2 nd & 4 th Wednesday of the month, from 12pm to 4pm, a reference librarian from the Law Library will be at our location. The Librarian can guide you to resources to better understand and research common legal issues, assist with using the new legal databases, show you free legal websites, and make referrals to legal aid organizations. The Law Librarians cannot giv...

FreeWeeklyIndoorsBring the grandkids

Community & civic

July 23 to 26, 2026

Preview night July 22

San Diego, CA

Community & civic

Comic-Con International downtown

The world-famous pop-culture convention fills the San Diego Convention Center and spills into the Gaslamp Quarter. Even without a badge, downtown turns into a lively scene worth seeing once.

Bring the grandkids

Lifelong learning

July 30, 2026

5 PM

Alpine · San Diego, CA

Lifelong learning

Debby's Book Club

Alpine

This book club meets every three months to discuss exceptional books from a variety of genres. We focus on quality writing and compelling stories. Our current selection is The Lost Story of Eva Fuentes by Chanel Cleeton.

Classes and talksIndoors

Lifelong learning

July 30, 2026

10:30 AM

Fallbrook · San Diego, CA

Lifelong learningHappens regularly

Yoga

Fallbrook

During this gentle yoga class led by Patty, students learn stretching, breathing techniques, and how to improve balance, strength, and posture. This class is appropriate for adults of all ages and fitness levels. Sponsored by the Friends of the Fallbrook Library

Dance and fitnessWeeklyIndoorsBring the grandkids

Music & concerts

August 2, 2026

Evening

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · San Diego, CA

Music & concerts

Sarah McLachlan at the Rady Shell

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

See singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan perform her catalog on the waterfront.

MusicOutdoors