Cap off the perfect summer by spending Labor Day weekend in San Diego enjoying the warm weather, cool beaches, amazing sandcastles, extended museum hours and more.
When: August 31 - September 2, 2019
Hundreds of thousands come each year to see master-class sculptors build beautiful 3-dimensional works of art. Many of the world's finest artists come to create the most amazing sculptures ever. And they'll do it on a unique site with our beautiful bay on the west and downtown's sandcastles in the sky on the east. It's a 4-day extravaganza for the whole family.
When: Thru September 1, 2019
Wonderspaces returns to the B Street Pier in San Diego this summer with thirteen new works of extraordinary art from artists from around the world. The thirteen works offer a range of experiences that all point to a few fundamental questions and highlight what we all have in common.
When: Thru September 1, 2019
San Diego's glorious summer winds down but not before the cannons and fireworks light up San Diego Bay. Join the San Diego Symphony as they celebrate summer's end in spectacular style!
When: Thru September 2, 2019
Experience firsthand traditional sailor activities including knot-tying, plus maritime arts and crafts activities. Explore a host of amazing historic vessels including tall ships, submarines and fascinating below-deck exhibits.
When: Thru September 1, 2019
Walk among kangaroos and wallabies at the newest habitat, Walkbout Australia, and hear a didgeridoo played. Enjoy guitar music, roaming jugglers and magicians, summer food and drink specials, and more top things to do throughout the Park.
When: Thru September 2, 2019
Surf beyond your expectations as the sea comes alive at night and dive into Electric Ocean, SeaWorld's fantastic summer nighttime celebration! Make plans to celebrate summer with nine amazing experiences, including two shows, Cirque Electrique and Illuminight, and an end-of-night laser light spectacular. Give yourself permission to voyage into exotic underwater worlds that come alive as the sun sets with brilliant energy, electrifying dance music, and dazzling light. Join live performers inspired by playful sea creatures at the party along the shore where world-class DJ's transform the night into an all-ages club beneath the waves.
When: Thru September 2, 2019
Stay after dark and help us celebrate summer during Nighttime Zoo. Come "rock and roar" with live music and a variety of surprise encounters. Evenings at the Zoo will be filled with plenty of toe-tapping, body-moving music, special shows, and tons of fun!
When: Thru September 2, 2019
San Diego horse racing takes place where the "turf meets the surf" at the Del Mar Racetrack. Fans flock to the track to wager on their favorite horses during the popular, annual Del Mar Thoroughbred Club racing season. Be part of the magic and nostalgia of this long-time horse race tradition dating back to 1937 when Bing Crosby greeted the first guests, and Seabiscuit won by a nose in the infamous race in 1938. This season features the nation's top race horses, trainers and jockeys, and plenty of fun in the sun.
When: Thru September 27, 2019
Summer is a time to relax, explore and enjoy – and there’s no better place to experience all summer has to offer than Balboa Park. From evening concerts to extended museum hours to food truck feasts to gardens and picnics and more, Balboa Park is the destination for summer fun – all day and into the night.
When: August 30 - September 1, 2019
Join the Barona Band of Mission Indians for a weekend of contest dancing in all categories, camping, drums and cultural immersion. Dancers will be competing for over thousands of dollars in prize money!
When: August 31 - September 1, 2019
Watch teams from New York or Puerto Rico (in alternating years) challenge the San Diego Stickball teams as they take a broom stick, table leg or any other kind of bat-like stick to a rubber Wilson ball, as the Stickball Tournament takes over the streets of Little Italy, allowing players and fans to revisit some childhood memories.
When: August 31, 2019
KGB Sky Show is a beautiful production blending lighting, video and special effects to enhance the fireworks display following an exciting SDSU football game.
When: September 1, 2019
One of the largest all European car events on the west coast, the Big SoCal Euro features more than 3,000 European cars from throughout the region. Bring your family to meet other car enthusiasts, and enjoy raffles, drag racing, great food, automotive vendors, swap meet, afterparty and more.
When: Thru August 29, 2019
Watch the sunset with family and friends while enjoying the fresh clam bake and fiery BBQ on the sand with a cocktail in hand. Then sit back for a live concert by The Mar Dels, performing a decades-long soundtrack of upbeat hits.
When: Thru August 31, 2019
Enjoy Polynesian island cuisine, including a Kalua roasted pig, tropical drinks, entertainment from Pride of Polynesia (a group of authentic island music and dance performers) and much more, right in the heart of Pacific Beach.
Balboa Park is America’s largest urban cultural park. Experience all it has to offer with a Balboa Park Explorer Pass! You will have access to more than a dozen venues including museums, gardens and more, with big savings over buying admission to individual venues. Add the San Diego Zoo to a Multi-day Pass for the ultimate Balboa Park experience!
Visit Explorer.BalboaPark.org for more information.
The Go San Diego Card all-inclusive pass allows you to visit as many attractions as you’d like for one low price. The more you do the more you save…up to 55% vs. paying at the gate. Choose as you go from over 40 top attractions including the San Diego Zoo, Safari Park, LEGOLAND, SeaWorld and more.
Or if you already know which attractions you plan to visit you can "Build Your Own" Go San Diego Pass. Purchase any 2 or more attractions and save 20%.
Visit GoSanDiegoCard.com to choose the pass that’s perfect for you.
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