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6 events, Experience the LA Jazz Festival: 25 days of electrifying energy and uplifting power celebrating the African, African American, and Caribbean experience. Experience spectacular performances right on California's beaches with our world-class lineup, featuring both legendary icons and the freshest voices for an unforgettable journey. Don't miss the main "Jazz on the Beach" weekend (August 22-23), the […]  10:30 AM - 10:30 AM, ongoing daily from August 29, 2026 until August 30, 2026. NTC Park at Liberty Station All Ages Free Relay For Life unites communities worldwide to honor loved ones, celebrate survivors, and fight cancer. More than just an event, it’s a volunteer-driven movement supporting the American Cancer Society through fundraising, […]  From the Revolutionary Era to the present day, quilts have served as both cherished heirlooms and silent witnesses to the evolution of American industry, politics, and global trade. The American Quilt: Cloth and Commerce explores how the materials, dyes, and techniques used in quiltmaking reflect centuries of economic shifts and technological innovation. Featuring over 40 quilts and […]  Arsenic and Old Lace By Joseph Kesselring Murder, manners, and mayhem August 14 – September 6, 2026 Friday-Saturday @ 7pm Saturday-Sunday @ 2pm Directed by Kira Blaskovich Abby and Martha […] | 1 event, Last year's inaugural festival and 5-month residency program were optimistic gambles that proved to be a huge success. With the help of over 30 community volunteers, we presented 34 choreographic works, served 191 […] | 1 event,Last year's inaugural festival and 5-month residency program were optimistic gambles that proved to be a huge success. With the help of over 30 community volunteers, we presented 34 choreographic works, served 191 […] | 2 events,Last year's inaugural festival and 5-month residency program were optimistic gambles that proved to be a huge success. With the help of over 30 community volunteers, we presented 34 choreographic works, served 191 artists from Southern California and around the globe, and reached over 500 local audience members here in San Diego. Building on this amazing momentum, AADF2026: Becoming Asian American is aiming […] -  After a sprawling 2025 world tour that saw Guns N’ Roses return to Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, the powerhouse rock icons have announced they will hit the road again in the spring and summer 2026. This 2026 tour will see Guns N’ Roses visit Mexico and Brazil, before headlining additional EU markets, as […] | 3 events, -  Come on out to the first annual Lou’s Records Labor Day Block Party! Sept 5, 3:00-6:00 pm FREE! All Ages! With SUNBENDR & Special Guest TBA Plus Vinyl DJs Abby Normal, Beach Magik, DJ Hummus, and surprise guests on the decks. The whole hood is coming out! There will be raffles, scavenger hunts, flash tattoos, […]  OC Parks Summer Concert Series returns with nine free outdoor concerts Thursday evenings, July 9 to Sept. 3, from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music from an incredible lineup of bands and performers at Mason Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park, Craig Regional Park, Mile Square Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Dance […] Last year's inaugural festival and 5-month residency program were optimistic gambles that proved to be a huge success. With the help of over 30 community volunteers, we presented 34 choreographic works, served 191 artists from Southern California and around the globe, and reached over 500 local audience members here in San Diego. Building on this amazing momentum, AADF2026: Becoming Asian American is aiming […] | 3 events,Last year's inaugural festival and 5-month residency program were optimistic gambles that proved to be a huge success. With the help of over 30 community volunteers, we presented 34 choreographic works, served 191 artists from Southern California and around the globe, and reached over 500 local audience members here in San Diego. Building on this amazing momentum, AADF2026: Becoming Asian American is aiming […]  Chalk Circle Collective presents a brand new play in an experimental workshop production to Cygnet Theatre's Joan Performing Arts Center. "Advanced Persistent Teenagers" by Deepak Kumar (House of India at the Old Globe) follows 2 teenage hackers, Axyz and Lapras, who only know each other through online voice chat. When their hacker collective, dark w0rld, abruptly […] -  The unforgettable music of James Bond – live on stage. Following its sold-out Las Vegas debut, Kendra Erika’s License to Thrill comes to The Bornemann for one unforgettable night of glamour, intrigue, and cinematic music. Five-time Billboard Top 10 recording artist Kendra Erika brings the timeless sophistication and dramatic storytelling of the James Bond film franchise to life through her powerful […] | 5 events, -  The festival includes nearly 100 vendors. Organizers expect to have 8,000-10,000 people in the park to celebrate the agricultural history of Escondido. Activities will center around the park and the […] Last year's inaugural festival and 5-month residency program were optimistic gambles that proved to be a huge success. With the help of over 30 community volunteers, we presented 34 choreographic works, served 191 artists from Southern California and around the globe, and reached over 500 local audience members here in San Diego. Building on this amazing momentum, AADF2026: Becoming Asian American is aiming […] -  Los Angeles, Calif. (November 24, 2025) After a sprawling 2025 world tour that saw Guns N’ Roses return to Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, the powerhouse rock icons have announced they will hit the road again in the spring and summer 2026. This 2026 tour will see Guns N’ Roses visit Mexico […] |
7 events, -  September 6 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm 36th Annual Vista Rod Run in Historic Downtown Vista on Sunday, Sept. 6th 9am- 2pm. Vehicles compete for 40 trophies. Free to the public. The 36th […] -  It started back in 2001 by Lon Mok and Paul Chan — just a group of friends who love European car culture and the community surrounding it. We organized smaller local events using web […]  Join OMA’s Free First Sundays for Art for All! Each month, OMA welcomes friends and neighbors on Free First Sundays to join in Art for All, our fun hands-on art-making […] | 1 event,Last year's inaugural festival and 5-month residency program were optimistic gambles that proved to be a huge success. With the help of over 30 community volunteers, we presented 34 choreographic works, served 191 artists from Southern California and around the globe, and reached over 500 local audience members here in San Diego. Building on this amazing momentum, AADF2026: Becoming Asian American is aiming […] | 2 events,Last year's inaugural festival and 5-month residency program were optimistic gambles that proved to be a huge success. With the help of over 30 community volunteers, we presented 34 choreographic works, served 191 artists from Southern California and around the globe, and reached over 500 local audience members here in San Diego. Building on this amazing momentum, AADF2026: Becoming Asian American is aiming […]  When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] | 2 events,Last year's inaugural festival and 5-month residency program were optimistic gambles that proved to be a huge success. With the help of over 30 community volunteers, we presented 34 choreographic works, served 191 […] When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] | 3 events, One of the top adaptive surfing events in the world. In 2017, the Stoke for Life Foundation held the very first U.S. Open adaptive surfing championship in O’side, driven to bring awareness to the rehabilitative benefits of adaptive water sports and the importance of beach access for people with disabilities. Over the course of the […] Last year's inaugural festival and 5-month residency program were optimistic gambles that proved to be a huge success. With the help of over 30 community volunteers, we presented 34 choreographic works, served 191 […] When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] | 5 events,One of the top adaptive surfing events in the world. In 2017, the Stoke for Life Foundation held the very first U.S. Open adaptive surfing championship in O’side, driven to […] Last year's inaugural festival and 5-month residency program were optimistic gambles that proved to be a huge success. With the help of over 30 community volunteers, we presented 34 choreographic works, served 191 […] -  ABOUT THE CONCERT ...with Special Guest CHRISTONE "KINGFISH" INGRAM! Buddy Guy brings his 90th birthday celebration to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park! At 90 years old, he stands as one of the most influential guitarists in American music. As a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and a pioneer of Chicago’s explosive West […] | 7 events,One of the top adaptive surfing events in the world. In 2017, the Stoke for Life Foundation held the very first U.S. Open adaptive surfing championship in O’side, driven to bring awareness to the rehabilitative benefits of adaptive water sports and the importance of beach access for people with disabilities. Over the course of the […] -  Sandollar will be rocking this family-friendly event the weekend after Labor Day. Join us for a fun day of good tunes and a lot of amazing vehicles! 10am - 2pm  Experience Greece for a Weekend Authentic Greek Food - Live Music - Award Winning Folk Dancers - Church Tours - Shopping - Family Fun! |
9 events, San Diego Restaurant Week returns Sunday, September 13 – Sunday, September 20, 2026! This foodie-favorited week is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of San Diego. With over 100 participating restaurants offering multi-course menu options throughout San Diego County, you’re sure to find the perfect place […]  San Diego Restaurant Week returns Sunday, September 13 – Sunday, September 20, 2026! This foodie-favorited week is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of San Diego. With over 100 participating restaurants offering multi-course menu options throughout San Diego County, you’re sure to find the perfect place […] One of the top adaptive surfing events in the world. In 2017, the Stoke for Life Foundation held the very first U.S. Open adaptive surfing championship in O’side, driven to bring awareness to the rehabilitative benefits of adaptive water sports and the importance of beach access for people with disabilities. Over the course of the […] -  Click HERE to sign up for the Surf Contests, Costume Contest, Fundraiser and to purchase your 2026 Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon t-shirt! Parking on the corner of Via De La Valle and Highway 101 is available for $25.00 with all proceeds benefiting the pets and programs at Helen Woodward Animal Center.  Get up close with exotic reptiles, snakes, lizards, arachnids, frogs and more, plus meet top breeders and animal experts from across the country. | 2 events,San Diego Restaurant Week returns Sunday, September 13 – Sunday, September 20, 2026! This foodie-favorited week is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of San Diego. With over 100 participating restaurants offering multi-course menu options throughout San Diego County, you’re sure to find the perfect place […] | 3 events,San Diego Restaurant Week returns Sunday, September 13 – Sunday, September 20, 2026! This foodie-favorited week is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of San Diego. With over 100 participating restaurants offering multi-course menu options throughout San Diego County, you’re sure to find the perfect place […] When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] | 3 events,San Diego Restaurant Week returns Sunday, September 13 – Sunday, September 20, 2026! This foodie-favorited week is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of San Diego. With over 100 participating restaurants offering multi-course menu options throughout San Diego County, you’re sure to find the perfect place […] When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] | 3 events,San Diego Restaurant Week returns Sunday, September 13 – Sunday, September 20, 2026! This foodie-favorited week is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of San Diego. With over 100 participating restaurants offering multi-course menu options throughout San Diego County, you’re sure to find the perfect place […] When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] | 5 events,San Diego Restaurant Week returns Sunday, September 13 – Sunday, September 20, 2026! This foodie-favorited week is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of San Diego. With over 100 participating restaurants offering multi-course menu options throughout San Diego County, you’re sure to find the perfect place […] -  Small Business Expo in San Diego | San Diego, CA 2026 Venue: Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina Date & Time: September 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST The […]  Our chance to thank the best fans in fútbol! Be there August 28 for our clash vs. Racing Louisville. We’ll have our pre-match Fan Fest plus a limited edition Wave FC Surf Shirt giveaway while supplies last. Visit: https://sandiegowavefc.com/themenights/ San Diego Wave FC on Facebook / Instagram When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] | 6 events,San Diego Restaurant Week returns Sunday, September 13 – Sunday, September 20, 2026! This foodie-favorited week is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of San Diego. With over 100 participating restaurants offering multi-course menu options throughout San Diego County, you’re sure to find the perfect place […]  Vista Viking Festival returns for its 24th year as Southern California’s premier celebration of Viking and Nordic culture. Join us the third weekend in September at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum in Vista for a weekend of history, myth, battle, music, food, and community. Each year of the festival carries a theme drawn from the legends of the […] -  Sponsored by SwimWorks Swim School Encinitas Get ready to explore adventurous opportunities in your own backyard!As we say so long to summer, families looking for activities to pursue after school, on the weekends, or during school breaks should plan to attend The North County Moms’ Adventure Afternoons event on Saturday, September 19 from 10 am – 1 […] -  The SoCal KPop Anime Fest features a live performance by STARBR33D at the AVO Playhouse in Vista, California, on Event Details What: When: Where:, 303 Main Street, Vista, CA 92084 Admission: Free, kid-friendly, and open to all friend group Brought to you by the creators of Mo's Kpop Summer Beach Fest 2022. SoCal Kpop Anime Fest is […] |
5 events,San Diego Restaurant Week returns Sunday, September 13 – Sunday, September 20, 2026! This foodie-favorited week is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of San Diego. With over 100 participating restaurants offering multi-course menu options throughout San Diego County, you’re sure to find the perfect place […] Vista Viking Festival returns for its 24th year as Southern California’s premier celebration of Viking and Nordic culture. Join us the third weekend in September at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum in Vista […]  Experience the next generation of professional tennis at the Serving the Future Open, an ATP Challenger 75 event featuring rising stars, established professionals, and some of the most exciting players […] When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] | 1 event,Experience the next generation of professional tennis at the Serving the Future Open, an ATP Challenger 75 event featuring rising stars, established professionals, and some of the most exciting players […] | 3 events,Experience the next generation of professional tennis at the Serving the Future Open, an ATP Challenger 75 event featuring rising stars, established professionals, and some of the most exciting players […] When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […]  Sep 15 – Oct 11 | Mandell Weiss Forum By Mat Smart Directed by Shelley Butler Most performances are full but some tickets are released daily. Check back here, join […] | 3 events,Experience the next generation of professional tennis at the Serving the Future Open, an ATP Challenger 75 event featuring rising stars, established professionals, and some of the most exciting players […] When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] Sep 15 – Oct 11 | Mandell Weiss Forum By Mat Smart Directed by Shelley Butler Most performances are full but some tickets are released daily. Check back here, join […] | 3 events,Experience the next generation of professional tennis at the Serving the Future Open, an ATP Challenger 75 event featuring rising stars, established professionals, and some of the most exciting players in the game. September 20–27, 2026San Diego, California Tickets go on sale the week of August 24. For questions please contact ticketing@ytsd.org When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] Sep 15 – Oct 11 | Mandell Weiss Forum By Mat Smart Directed by Shelley Butler Most performances are full but some tickets are released daily. Check back here, join […] | 6 events,Experience the next generation of professional tennis at the Serving the Future Open, an ATP Challenger 75 event featuring rising stars, established professionals, and some of the most exciting players in the game. September 20–27, 2026San Diego, California Tickets go on sale the week of August 24. For questions please contact ticketing@ytsd.org When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter,” “Hey, Soul Sister”), direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress, Chess), and is inspired […] -  Back by popular demand is the Manny Cepeda Orchestra Sextet, bringing the best of Tropical Music to the Lyric Courtyard at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. This is a free-admission event, with the option to book a paid table if you wish. Don't forget your dancing shoes! | 7 events, St. Michael’s Jazz Fest is back for its third year in the heart of Carlsbad Village on Saturday, September 26th! The event is free and will be held at St. Michael’s campus outside on the lawn. Attendees can enjoy local food and drink vendors, with beverages on tap from Pizza Port Carlsbad. Family-friendly educational programming […] Experience the next generation of professional tennis at the Serving the Future Open, an ATP Challenger 75 event featuring rising stars, established professionals, and some of the most exciting players in the game. September 20–27, 2026San Diego, California Tickets go on sale the week of August 24. For questions please contact ticketing@ytsd.org  Fall is officially in the air, and we’re bringing you six straight weekends of autumn magic, vibrant blooms, and unforgettable family fun! Join us at Mellano Farm Stand as we celebrate the season with colorful marigold fields, and endless corn maze, and everything you love about harvest time! Whether you’re hunting for the perfect front-porch […] -  Celebracion Mexicana is Ballet Folklorico San Diego Dance Company’s signature event. During this event, dancers, parents, families, friends, and the community in general learned and enjoyed the rich Mexican Culture through its traditional dances and outfits from various regions of Mexico. As a group Ballet Folklorico SDDC showcases this art with passion and heart by […] |
4 events,Experience the next generation of professional tennis at the Serving the Future Open, an ATP Challenger 75 event featuring rising stars, established professionals, and some of the most exciting players in the game. September 20–27, 2026San Diego, California Tickets go on sale the week of August 24. For questions please contact ticketing@ytsd.org Fall is officially in the air, and we’re bringing you six straight weekends of autumn magic, vibrant blooms, and unforgettable family fun! Join us at Mellano Farm Stand as we celebrate the season with colorful marigold fields, and endless corn maze, and everything you love about harvest time! Whether you’re hunting for the perfect front-porch […] When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter,” “Hey, Soul Sister”), direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress, Chess), and is inspired […] | 0 events, | 1 event,When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter,” “Hey, Soul Sister”), direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress, Chess), and is inspired […] | 1 event,When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin Again features an original score by Grammy Award-winning pop-rock band Train (“Drops of Jupiter,” “Hey, Soul Sister”), direction by Lorin Latarro (Waitress, Chess), and is inspired […] | 3 events, All month long, kids 12* and under receive FREE admission with a paid adult to more than 70 of San Diego’s favorite museums, historic sites, aquariums, gardens and more. Many are even free for the whole family! Plus, we’ve gone international this year with Tijuana locations participating this year. Kids also get to eat, stay, […]  The Offical Home of the San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival, bringing world class musicians to both sides of the U.S. Mexico border for a celebration of the creativity and innovation of jazz. Visit us at http://www.sdtjjazz.org. When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] | 6 events, The LA Greek Fest is the most iconic Greek food and wine festival, welcoming over 15,000 guests each year for a 3-day celebration of authentic cuisine, wine, music, dancing, and cultural experiences. Hosted on the grounds of Saint Sophia Cathedral — a landmark of faith and architecture—the festival unites the Byzantine-Latino Quarter, downtown LA, and […] All month long, kids 12* and under receive FREE admission with a paid adult to more than 70 of San Diego’s favorite museums, historic sites, aquariums, gardens and more. Many are even free for the whole family! Plus, we’ve gone international this year with Tijuana locations participating this year. Kids also get to eat, stay, […] The Offical Home of the San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival, bringing world class musicians to both sides of the U.S. Mexico border for a celebration of the creativity and […] -  K. Emeline, based in Los Angeles, CA, is a dynamic R&B/Soul/Pop Singer, Songwriter, and Artist whose vibrant energy and captivating stage presence has earned her a reputation as a true powerhouse in the music world. Influenced by legends like Stevie Wonder, Prince, EWF, Michael Jackson, Amy Winehouse and Beyoncé, K. Emeline has crafted a sound […] When Gretta, a gifted but heartbroken songwriter, crosses paths with Dan, a record producer on the brink of burnout, their chance encounter sparks an unexpected collaboration that transforms them both. Begin […] | 15 events, Mehregan, the Persian Festival of Love and Kindness, is more than a seasonal celebration—it is a heartfelt tribute to our roots and a meaningful way to preserve Persian culture for future generations. Inspired by one of Iran’s most cherished ancient festivals, Mehregan celebrates autumn and the timeless values of love, gratitude, kindness, and harmony. This […] The LA Greek Fest is the most iconic Greek food and wine festival, welcoming over 15,000 guests each year for a 3-day celebration of authentic cuisine, wine, music, dancing, and cultural experiences. Hosted on the grounds of Saint Sophia Cathedral — a landmark of faith and architecture—the festival unites the Byzantine-Latino Quarter, downtown LA, and […] All month long, kids 12* and under receive FREE admission with a paid adult to more than 70 of San Diego’s favorite museums, historic sites, aquariums, gardens and more. Many are even free for the whole family! Plus, we’ve gone international this year with Tijuana locations participating this year. Kids also get to eat, stay, […]  SoCal’s top chefs + most beloved restaurants • Famous faces of the global food scene The world’s best winemakers • Stars of sports, surf, and social. A weeklong celebration of the SoCal lifestyle capped with a two-day Grand Tasting. We’ve chosen Feeding San Diego as our partner for Del Mar Wine + Food Festival. Feeding […]  See the best that the model railroad hobby has to offer—beautifully designed and built model train layouts in operation, scale models of trains, cars and buildings, new products and collectible trains and toys from years past. Meet dealers from across the country, each offering special deals and products hard to find elsewhere. Attend workshops and […]  A multi-band rock and alternative music festival featuring Coheed and Cambria, Circa Survive, and Sunny Day Real Estate. This is an outdoor event. This event will be held at the Observatory Festival Grounds in the Observatory Parking Lot - 3503 S HARBOR BLVD October 3rd, 2026 Doors: 2:00pm Show: 3:00pm October 4th, 2026 Doors: 1:00pm […] |