Awesome Autumn Arts
Fall for the arts this autumn in San Diego! Thanks to the balmy fall weather, the arts and culture scene takes to the streets in San Diego. Stay outside and enjoy art fairs, outdoor concerts, dancing in the streets and much more. End the day by heading inside to enjoy a film festival or two. Below are just a few of the great annual arts and culture events happening in San Diego this fall.
This page is updated as soon as event details are available. Events are subject to change or cancellation, so please check with event organizers for the most up-to-date information.
September
September
Conrad Prebys Season at The Rady Shell @ Jacobs Park
When: Now - Nov. 16, 2025
Enjoy an exciting season of music, movies and more at San Diego's picturesque waterfront concert venue, the Rady Shell @ Jacobs Park.
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay
When: Now - Nov. 8, 2025
The popular Humphreys Concerts by the Bay features top name entertainers performing on an outdoor stage adjacent to a picturesque marina at Humphreys Half Moon Inn on Shelter Island.
Adams Avenue Street Fair
When: Sept. 20-21, 2025
Adams Avenue Street Fair is SoCal's largest free two-day music festival held each year during the last weekend in September in the community of Normal Heights.
ArtWalk Carlsbad
When: Sept. 20-21, 2025
Attendees can explore different facets of art from local, regional and international professional artists while enjoying street food, wine and beer, live entertainment, and the surrounding breathtaking views.
Trolley Dances
When: Sept. 20-21, 2025
Each fall, tour guides lead groups of audience members on and off the trolley to view original pieces of site-specific choreography. More than 50 community and company dancers perform at various sites.
Adams Avenue Street Fair
When: Sept. 20-21, 2025
Adams Avenue Street Fair is SoCal's largest free two-day music festival held each year during the last weekend in September in the community of Normal Heights.
Pacific Islander Festival
When: Sept. 20-21, 2025
Celebrate the culture and tradition of the Melanesian, Micronesian & Pacific Islander people with food from the islands, a cultural village, arts & craft booths and so much more!
MCAS Miramar Air Show
When: Sept. 26-28, 2025
See the Marine Corps' F-35B demonstration, the unique Marine Air-Ground Task Force demonstration, the Air Force's F-22 Raptor demonstration team, Aaron Fitzgerald flying the Red Bull Helicopter, a 5G Technology Expo and much more.
CRSSD Festival
When: Sept. 27-28, 2025
CRSSD Festival is a two-day electronic music festival at the 12-acre San Diego Waterfront Park featuring three stages and 36+ performers. In addition to the music, the festival will offer craft beer, mixed drinks, food, and more.
October
October
San Diego Italian Film Festival
When: Oct. 1-11, 2024
The San Diego Italian Film Festival showcases the best of new Italian film with a series of premieres ranging from dramas and comedies to documentaries.
San Diego Filipino Film Festival
When: Oct. 10-12, 2025
SDFFF aims to not only be a platform to amplify Filipinx visions, voices and stories but also foster new interest in filmmaking and cinema as art throughout the local and global Filipinx community.
La Jolla Art & Wine Festival
When: October 11-12, 2025
Just steps from the beautiful Pacific Ocean on Girard Avenue, bask in beautiful San Diego sun while meandering through over 150 handpicked artist booths, for a weekend of fine art, along with delectable wines, craft beers, scrumptious food, and live music.
San Diego International Film Festival
When: October 15-19, 2025
SDiFF offers world premieres, never before seen studio releases, the best in independent filmmaking and a full schedule of glamorous parties and intimate events with filmmakers.
November
November
Carlsbad Fall Village Faire
When: Nov. 2, 2025
Take in the beauty of the seaside city while browsing through unique booths, indulging in delectable eats and enjoying family entertainment at the Carlsbad Village Faire.
Coronado Island Film Festival
When: Nov. 5-9, 2025
The Coronado Island Film Festival is planning for a return to our traditional festival format with in person screenings, special engagements, panels, culinary cinema series, and of course red carpet moments! Additionally, the festival plans to curate a select number of films that will screen online as part of our virtual fest.
Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
When: Nov. 4 - Dec. 24, 2025
Celebrate the holidays as the Old Globe Theatre is once again transformed into the snow-covered Who-ville, right down to the last can of Who-hash.
*Please note, events are subject to change and cancellation. Please confirm the event information by visiting the event website.
Fall Fun and Excitement in San Diego
When autumn arrives, a crisp soothing breeze sweeps over San Diego complementing the region's warm temperatures and welcoming vibe.
Make San Diego your awesome autumn escape and activate smile mode with a variety of festivals, haunting Halloween celebrations, plenty of outdoor activities, and diverse cultural entertainment.
