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Kids Free San Diego

This October, San Diego is a Kid’s Paradise

Photo By Myles McGuinness

Family Fun in the Sun

All October long, kids eat, stay, and play for free, while parents enjoy great deals and big-time savings on attractions, museums, meals and more. So, c’mon, unforgettable family memories are waiting to be made in San Diego. Plan your trip today!

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Featured Kids Free Hotel Offers

 
Town and Country Resort
Town and Country Resort

Kids Slide & Eat Free

Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina

Great savings for your family! Children (12 and under) enjoy a free kid’s meal with a paying adult at our restaurants (excludes Marina Market) during the month of October.

Bahia Resort Hotel
Bahia Resort Hotel

This October, hotel guests can dine at Dockside 1953 for a free kid's meal and enjoy one complimentary paddleboard or kayak rental (restrictions apply).

Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa
Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa

SThis October, hotel guests can dine at Oceana Coastal Kitchen for a free kid's meal and enjoy one complimentary paddleboard or kayak rental (restrictions apply).

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
San Diego Mission Bay Resort

Dig in at San Diego Mission Bay Resort with the whole family. Enjoy 1 kid meal per adult meal purchased at Solrisa, Plaza Del Sol, or Covewood Restaurant.

Kings Inn
Kings Inn

Stay in Style at the Kings Inn—Kids Eat Free at Our Two Restaurants (The Waffle Spot & Amigo Spot). Enjoy our Sparkling Pool, Hot Tub, Gym, and Bar. Use Promo Code: KIDSFREE

Ocean Park Inn
Ocean Park Inn

Check in to our reimagined guestrooms during Kids Free Month and receive a free Welcome Goodie Bag for kids, along with 15% off an extended stay of three nights or more.

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Boarded! Pirate Adventure on 16th Century Galleon

May 18, 2024

This hilarious interactive show puts visitors right in the middle of the pirate action. Participants will be sworn in as part of the ship crew, trained how to navigate, sword fight, bail water from a sinking ship, escape from the King’s Jail, swab the deck and other pirate skills. Performances are 90 minutes.

Choose from two show times at 10:30 a.m. and 12:45 p,m. (please check-in 15~30 minutes before)

General admission included making the experience an excellent value and opportunity to explore the waterfront museum fleet and exhibits before or after your Boarded experience.

2024 Boarded Pirate Adventure dates are Saturdays on March 23, May 18, July 13, Sept 21, Oct 19, Nov 30 and Dec 28.

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Viva la Música

May 3 - May 19, 2024

You don't want to miss this exciting festival featuring sensational Latin music and cuisine in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.

Highlighted by a fantastic live concert series, SeaWorld's Viva La Música celebrates Latin culture through great music, food, and festive decor. In addition to headlining concerts at Nautilus Amphitheater, the event also offers a festival area called Zócalo (located at SkyTower stage) with performances by community groups and local musicians.

This can't-miss extravaganza isn't just about music. If you love Latin food, drinks, and culture, you'll find plenty of ways to spice up your weekend! Delicious menu details coming soon.

Make your plans to come enjoy this spectacular event and concert series!

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$24 Swift Boat Naval History Bay Tour w/ Admission

Mar 9 - ongoing

Are you in town for the weekend? Or are you a local San Diegan and want to get out on the Bay to learn about Naval History?

Be a part of history and ride the only active passenger carrying Swift Boat in the country. Feel the power of the twin 12 cylinder 2-stroke Detroit Diesel engines as you take a behind the scenes 75-minute narrated tour of San Diego’s military history. 

Tour route heads under Coronado Bay Bridge, Naval Base San Diego, and then Naval Amphibious Base. It then heads back by the aircraft carrier basin and Naval Air Station North Island before returning to the Museum, plus a high speed run to feel the unique power of the Swift Boat.

This is a narrated tour describing PCF 816’s role in the U.S., Malta, Viet Nam, Swift Boat sailors, and the above establishments on the Bay.

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Californian Tall Ship Adventure.

Feb 8 - ongoing

The Maritime Museum of San Diego invites you to join us for Tall Ship adventure sailing! This is a four-hour adventure history sail aboard the schooner Californian.
The Californian is a replica of a gold rush era revenue cutter and the Official Tall Ship of the State of California.

Arrive early to take in your general admission visit to the entire fleet and exhibits, then set sail! 

Join the crew in sailing a traditionally rigged tall ship! Passengers will be invited to haul a line, man the helm and watch the crew as they scamper up and down the rigging to set and furl the sails. Listen as the Californian’s crew relates the history of sailing and exploration in San Diego, tales of whaling and sea otter trade, local sea battles, the art of ship’s gunnery, life at sea and more.

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