Events & Festivals

Each November, San Diego's waterfront comes alive with marching bands, historic military units, vintage vehicles, and patriotic performers honoring those who served. The 2026 parade marks the 35th anniversary of Operation Desert Storm, bringing special recognition to veterans of that conflict. Thousands gather along Harbor Drive to show support, making...

Ramona's wine country has quietly earned serious recognition, and this festival puts more than 15 local wineries in one place for you to explore alongside craft beer, cider, and mead. Over 50 juried artisans bring fine art and handmade goods worth browsing, while a dozen musical acts keep things lively...

Great Big Family Play Day brings a full day of live entertainment, interactive activities, and exhibits designed for kids of all ages to Liberty Station. The main stage keeps things moving with hourly performances, while food trucks and giveaways add to the festive atmosphere.

One of the largest free sobriety festivals in the world brings thousands of people to the Oceanside waterfront for a day of healing, inspiration, and community. The event features live music curated by the Nowell Foundation, a vendor village with addiction and mental health resources, and food vendors along the...

Halloween in the Village brings a variety of family-friendly activities throughout the Village on October 31, 2026. You can enjoy safe business-to-business trick-or-treating, carnival games, a bounce house, and a costume contest with multiple categories. The event also includes sensory-friendly zones and plenty of opportunities for fun and photos.

Celebrate the vibrant Mexican holiday of Día de los Muertos at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park. The event honors tradition, community, and remembrance with music, storytelling, arts and crafts, and a traditional ofrenda. The park will be decorated for the holiday the week before and after, inviting guests to explore...

The Buy Filipino Network marks its third anniversary with this benefit dinner celebrating Filipino American culture and community. Expect a fashion show spotlighting traditional Filipino design through a collaboration with Herrera Filipiniana and Barong Warehouse. Gather with friends, enjoy good food at Kusina San Diego, and support a network dedicated...

The Hip Hop Nutcracker, a Christmas mash-up for the whole family, is back on the road for its eighth season. This modern dance, directed and choreographed by Jennifer Weber, is a re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic, combining smashing hip-hop dance and Tchaikovsky's ageless music into a heart-stirring and...

This is Bluey's Big Play, For Real Life. When Dad feels like a little bit of time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey's Big Play is...

Do you ever feel as if everything is pointing you towards something…space, time, history? For longtime "Outlander" fans, these words feel like home. As the global phenomenon reaches its conclusion in 2026, its heart continues to beat on stage with Outlander in Concert. The officially licensed live concert experience was...