San Diego horse racing takes place where the "turf meets the surf" at the Del Mar Racetrack. Fans flock to the track each summer to wager on their favorite horses during the popular, annual Del Mar Racetrack racing season, mid-July - early-September. 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 racehorses, trainers and jockeys, and plenty of fun in the sun.

Join us for a night of fishing in Lakes 1-4.  No state fishing license is required, only a permit from the General Store.  Adults $10, Jrs & Seniors $6, Extra pole stamp $4.

Bring your lanterns!

For one of our most popular boat rides in San Diego packages, save $30 and experience the best of both worlds with our San Diego day trips Land and Sea Special!

You jump in a GoCar and explore San Diego at your own pace in the world’s first storytelling car. What’s unique about our San Diego day trips is that you can go where tour buses can’t and experience some of the best parts of San Diego sightseeing that most visitors never get to see. As you drive your car will navigate, crack jokes and tell you the stories that bring San Diego to life.

The San Diego day trip continues as you get to go on one of our two-hour boat rides in San Diego where you get to drive your very own speedboat on a guided San Diego boat tour of the bay. Just follow the guide on this high-speed adventure.

From blockbuster films to bestselling novels, pop culture is rich with tales that draw inspiration from the natural world. Hear from Frank Santana as he bridges the worlds of pop culture and natural biodiversity.

Calling all nature lovers and pop culture aficionados! Join environmental biologist, Frank Santana, as he explores the fascinating intersections of science and storytelling. Discover how movies, books, and TV shows draw inspiration from the natural world and learn why preserving our planet's biodiversity is crucial for a future rich with compelling stories.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to step into a world where nature and culture collide to enrich our lives and fuel our imaginations. Plus, It's the perfect place to rock that Comic-Con costume one more time!

Tickets are $15 for non-members and $12 for members.

If you wear a costume, please note it cannot cover the entire face (people entering the building need to be able to be properly identified—thanks for understanding). Also, please do not bring weapons of any kind.