We use cookies for essential site functions and, with your permission, for analytics and advertising. California residents can opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information at any time. See our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information.
November 2026 · Updated weekly
Off-season proper. 70°F afternoons, empty beaches, Thanksgiving parades and turkey trots.
Last updated · 442 San Diego events tracked for November 2026
Weather
Highs 71°F, lows 55°F. Ocean 65°F. Cool mornings, warm afternoons.
Why November
Father Joe's Thanksgiving 5K, Mother Goose Parade, El Cajon Christmas, Balboa Park lights up.
Signature events
Going to a show or stadium event? Compare hotel areas near major San Diego venues.
Auto-updated from our events database — concerts, festivals, sports, family, culture, and nightlife.
373 Park Way Chula Vista CA 91910
The Downtown Chula Vista Association is thrilled to announce the return of its annual Día de los Muertos celebration on Sunday, November 1, 2026 from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., bringing the community together for an evening of culture, remembrance and tradition in the heart of Downtown Chula Vista.
Check website · 12pm
Hotels near 373 Park Way Chula Vista CA 91910410 Island Avenue San Diego CA 92101
On Sunday, November 1, 2026, as daylight savings time ends, the Gaslamp Quarter transforms into a vibrant celebration of history at the 26th Annual Fall Back Festival. From 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., the streets surrounding the iconic Davis-Horton House at 4th and Island Avenue will transport visitors to a…
Check website · 3pm
Hotels near 410 Island Avenue San Diego CA 92101Balboa Park · Balboa Park
The MORE THAN PINK Walk, Susan G. Komen’s largest fundraising event series, evolved from the Race for the Cure in 2018. Each year, we host over 100,000 participants at our 40+ in-person (and one virtual) walks across the U.S.
Check website · 5am
Hotels near Balboa ParkPechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
San Diego Gulls vs. Colorado Eagles at Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 1, 2026.
Check website · 5pm
Hotels near Pechanga Arena San DiegoBalboa Theatre · Downtown
Playing the hits and deep cuts spanning the careers of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Fleetwood Mac, Tusk has been crisscrossing the country since 2008 as The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute.
Check website · 7pm
Hotels near Balboa TheatreAmerican Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Usama Siddiquee LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-01 at 7:00 PM.
Check website · 7pm
Hotels near American Comedy Co.Balboa Park · Balboa Park
Celebrate Shichi-Go-San, where children will have the opportunity to be dressed in traditional kimonos and photographed in the beautiful Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum!
Check website · 9am
Balboa Park · Balboa Park
Sensory-Friendly Quiet Mornings at the Museum The Museum's sensory-friendly quiet hours are held every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. This time is dedicated to creating a calmer, quieter museum experience. We remain open to the public during this time, and all are welcome to visit the Museum.
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near The CasbahBalboa Park · Balboa Park
Come together with family, friends, and the community at large at a special, free community event celebrating and honoring Día de los Muertos.
Free · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Music BoxDiversionary Theatre · University Heights
Ria and Rayme are back in the house to invigorate us with their groovy songs and hot keys on the piano! This event is FREE.
$ · See website for times
Hotels near Diversionary TheatreThe New Children's Museum · Downtown
https://thinkplaycreate.ticketapp.org/portal/pid/2/product/30/event/45bab29a-5d8a-4799-9d6a-36d59422d856
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near The New Children's MuseumJacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Jacobs Music CenterDel Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Del Mar FairgroundsTil-Two Club · City Heights
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Til-Two ClubBalboa Dr. and Juniper Rd. San Diego CA 92101
San Diego’s favorite haunted tradition, The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park, is back with two horrifying haunted houses in one: The unpredictable 3,500 square foot Experiment Maze and the mile-long Haunted Trail winding through the gnarled oaks of historic Marston Point.
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Balboa Dr. and Juniper Rd. San Diego CA 92101Diversionary Theatre · University Heights
Join us for a fab night of Drag Kings hosting and performing as well as watching King of Drag! No cover. Bring your beautiful self, and let's have a night to remember.
$ · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Multiple venues throughout San Diego · Downtown
The official San Diego Food + Wine Festival runs November 1–8, 2026 at multiple locations. The Grand Tasting is Saturday November 7 at Embarcadero Marina Park North; Grand Fiesta is Sunday November 8.
$85–$350 · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-01 at 8:00 PM.
$18.00 – $36.00 · See website for times
Hotels near The Madhouse Comedy ClubSeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Halloween comes to life at SeaWorld San Diego as Spooktacular, the park's beloved family-friendly Halloween event, returns with more festive fun than ever.
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near SeaWorld San DiegoDel Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Balboa Park · Balboa Park
Visitors are welcomed onto our campus to attend our fun and festive AXIS events which are designed for the whole family.
Free · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Montell Fish live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-01.
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near House of Blues San DiegoBelly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Belly Up TavernTil-Two Club · City Heights
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
MFHD live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-01.
Check website · See website for times
Viejas Arena · College Area
Lizzo live at Viejas Arena in San Diego on 2026-11-01.
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Viejas ArenaPure Project · Carlsbad
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Pure ProjectThe New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Observatory North ParkHouse of Blues San Diego · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Medium Build / The Scratch live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-02.
Check website · See website for times
Balboa Theatre · Downtown
This event, originally scheduled for September 8, has been moved to November 3. Your tickets are valid for the new date. Refunds are available via point of purchase through October 16.Dan and Phil finally hard launched and are crash landing in a city near you.
Check website · 7:30pm
Civic Theatre · Downtown
The winner of four 2024 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, is THE OUTSIDERS.Adapted from S.E.
Check website · 7pm
Hotels near Civic TheatreAmerican Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Gaslamp Open Mic & $5 Happy Hour LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-03 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
SOMA San Diego · Midway
Kurt Travis / Mella / Resilia live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-03.
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near SOMA San DiegoHouse of Blues San Diego · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
The Shit Show LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-04 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · 8pm
Diversionary Theatre · University Heights
Join the legendary Don LeMaster for an evening of crooner tunes and swaying with community as Don sings the night away! This event is FREE.
$ · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-04 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
The New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Sound · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near The SoundMultiple venues in Coronado · Coronado
The Coronado Island Film Festival's 11th edition runs November 4–8, 2026, with screenings, panels, workshops and celebrations at venues around Coronado.
$15–$125 · See website for times
The New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
SOMA San Diego · Midway
bunii live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-04.
Check website · See website for times
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Dave Smith LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-05 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · 8pm
Various venues · Citywide
Largest Asian film festival on the West Coast — 130+ films.
$14–$175 · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
The New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-05 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center · La Jolla
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts CenterHouse of Blues San Diego · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Eelke Kleijn live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-05.
Check website · See website for times
The Clark Cabaret · University Heights
Join us for our FREE Trivia Night every first Thursday of the month! Prizes include: Diversionary Theatre Tickets & merch, and discounts
$0.00 · See website for times
Hotels near The Clark CabaretHouse of Blues San Diego · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
The New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Multiple San Diego locations · Downtown
Fleet Week San Diego features celebrations across the city November 6-15. Broadway Pier public ship tours are November 13-15; check the official schedule for each activity.
Free · 10am
Pechanga Arena · Midway
WWE SmackDown live broadcast from San Diego.
$45–$350 · 7:30pm
Hotels near Pechanga ArenaAmerican Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Dave Smith LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-06 at 7:00 PM.
Check website · 7pm
The New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Del Mar RacetrackThe New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
SOMA San Diego · Midway
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The Sound · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
$37 · See website for times
Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Rady Shell at Jacobs ParkBelly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Various · Multiple
10 days of tap takeovers, dinners and brewery tours.
Varies · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-06 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
R&B Only Live live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-06.
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
Fall racing kickoff — the Bing Crosby Season.
$6–$25 · 12:30pm
Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
National University presents the Bill Walton Classic coming to Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 7, 2026.
Check website · 12am
Music Box · Little Italy
75+ whiskies including rare Scotch, bourbon, and Japanese pours.
$85–$150 · 2pm
9700 N Torrey Pines Rd San Diego CA 92037
Theatre of Magic is an intimate live experience that brings audiences remarkably close to the impossible.
Check website · 4:30pm
Hotels near 9700 N Torrey Pines Rd San Diego CA 92037Jenny Craig Pavilion · Linda Vista
WCC basketball tips off at the JCP.
$10–$25 · 7pm
Hotels near Jenny Craig PavilionAmerican Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Dave Smith LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-07 at 7:00 PM.
Check website · 7pm
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-07 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Petco Park · East Village
Dia De Los Deftones 2026 live at Petco Park in San Diego on 2026-11-07.
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Petco ParkSeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Robby Hoffman live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-07.
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Josh Garrels live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-07.
Check website · See website for times
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay · Shelter Island
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Humphreys Concerts by the Bay1875 El Prado San Diego CA 92101
The Sky Tonight is the Fleet’s live astronomy series led by Resident Astronomer Lisa Will, designed to connect you to the celestial events unfolding all around us.
Check website · 11am
Hotels near 1875 El Prado San Diego CA 92101Coronado to Imperial Beach · Coronado
Flat, fast coastal half marathon.
$95+ · 7am
Hotels near Coronado to Imperial BeachIndia Street San Diego CA 92101
Little ghouls, goblins, witches, and superheroes are invited to dress up and stroll through the charming streets of Little Italy for an urban-style trick-or-treating adventure. Families can visit…
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near India Street San Diego CA 92101The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
SOB x RBE live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-08.
Check website · See website for times
SOMA San Diego · Midway
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-08 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre · College Area
Jessie Reyez live at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre in San Diego on 2026-11-08.
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air TheatreDiversionary Theatre · University Heights
Join us for a fab night of Drag Kings hosting and performing as well as watching King of Drag! No cover. Bring your beautiful self, and let's have a night to remember.
$ · See website for times
The Sound · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Pure Project · Carlsbad
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The New Children's Museum · Downtown
https://thinkplaycreate.ticketapp.org/portal/pid/2/product/45/event/0cd42ec8-dee9-4af1-add4-0d0ad3271600
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
301 E. Grand Ave. Escondido CA 92025
Please join KPBS and our partners for an in-person event at the The Grand Ritz Theater with Stephen Graham Jones, author of our 2026 One Book, One San Diego adult selection, “The Buffalo Hunter Hunter.” This historical horror novel is a perfect pick for spooky season, and once you’ve finished it…
Check website · 6:30pm
Hotels near 301 E. Grand Ave. Escondido CA 92025The New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
301 E. Grand Ave. Escondido CA 92025
Please join KPBS and our partners for an in-person event at The Grand Ritz Theater in Escondido with Stephen Graham Jones, author of our 2026 One Book, One San Diego adult selection, “The Buffalo Hunter Hunter.” This historical horror novel is a perfect pick for spooky season, and once you’ve…
Check website · 6:30pm
SOMA San Diego · Midway
Underoath / August Burns Red / Atreyu / As Cities Burn live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-10.
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
SOMA San Diego · Midway
Check website · See website for times
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay · Shelter Island
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Gaslamp Open Mic & $5 Happy Hour LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-10 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
USS Midway Museum · Downtown
Solemn Veterans Day ceremony on the flight deck.
Free · 10am
Hotels near USS Midway MuseumPechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
San Diego Gulls vs. San Jose Barracuda at Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 11, 2026.
Check website · 7pm
Port of San Diego
Check website · 8am
Hotels near Port of San DiegoSeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
The New Children's Museum · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-11 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Pete Holmes LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-12 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · 8pm
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Rave Jesus live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-12.
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-12 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Mingei International Museum · Balboa Park
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near Mingei International MuseumSan Diego Convention Center · East Village
Designer toys, art, and collectibles convention.
$25–$95 · 11am
Hotels near San Diego Convention CenterCoronado · Coronado
Friends of the Coronado Public Library invites the community to step back into 1930s Hollywood for an interactive evening of mystery, dinner and intrigue on Friday, November 13.
$70 · 6:30pm
Hotels near CoronadoPechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
Teddy Swims: The UGLY Tour 2026 is coming to Pechanga Arena San Diego on Friday, November 13, 2026.
Check website · 7pm
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Pete Holmes LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-13 at 7:00 PM.
Check website · 7pm
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
The Damned / The Courettes live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-13.
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-13 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Dragonforce / Ensiferum / Rhapsody of Fire live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-13.
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
SeaWorld San Diego's Christmas Celebration runs November 13, 2026–January 3, 2027, including November 14. Holiday lights, seasonal shows and celebrations are included with admission; check the official park calendar for hours.
Park admission · 10am
Waterfront Park · Downtown
20+ ramen shops battle for best bowl with slurping competitions.
$45–$85 · 11am
Hotels near Waterfront ParkSnapdragon Stadium · Mission Valley
Ranked matchup against Boise State.
$35–$120 · 1pm
Hotels near Snapdragon StadiumFrontwave Arena · Oceanside
Indoor soccer champs open the MASL season.
$18–$60 · 7:05pm
Hotels near Frontwave ArenaAmerican Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Pete Holmes LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-14 at 7:00 PM.
Check website · 7pm
Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
Los Tigres Del Norte is coming to Pechanga Arena San Diego on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
Check website · 8pm
Observatory North Park · North Park
The Tallest Man On Earth live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-14.
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-14 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre · Chula Vista
Deorro / Alacranes Musical / Juos live at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre in San Diego on 2026-11-14.
Check website · See website for times
Hotels near North Island Credit Union AmphitheatreJacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Diversionary Theatre · University Heights
Like the newlyweds game, but make it queer! Featuring real contestants, real questions, and real prizes, get ready for your new favorite Saturday night out at the Clark Cabaret & Bar!
$ · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Old Globe · Balboa Park
Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! returns to The Old Globe November 4–December 31, 2026. This November 14 listing falls within the run; check the official performance calendar for showtimes and tickets.
$35–$125 · See website for times
Hotels near The Old GlobeSOMA San Diego · Midway
JSTJR live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-14.
Check website · See website for times
The Sound · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Cabrillo National Monument · Point Loma
Check website · 10am
Hotels near Cabrillo National MonumentCoronado · Coronado
Flat, fast course along the Silver Strand from Coronado to IB.
$85–$135 · 7am
Viejas Arena · College Area
Nick Cannon live at Viejas Arena in San Diego on 2026-11-15.
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Diversionary Theatre · University Heights
Join us for a fab night of Drag Kings hosting and performing as well as watching King of Drag! No cover. Bring your beautiful self, and let's have a night to remember.
$ · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-15 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Check website · See website for times
Port of San Diego
Check website · 1pm
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre · College Area
Alice Cooper live at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre in San Diego on 2026-11-17.
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
$35 · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
SOMA San Diego · Midway
Isaiah Rashad live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-17.
Check website · See website for times
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Gaslamp Open Mic & $5 Happy Hour LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-17 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Civic Theatre · Downtown
Broadway San Diego presents Hamilton returns for two weeks.
$75–$450 · 7:30pm
Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
San Diego Gulls vs. Bakersfield Condors at Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 18, 2026.
Check website · 7pm
1337 India St San Diego CA 92101
Singer-songwriter Em Beihold knows a thing or two about shapeshifting. On her long-awaited debut album, "Tales of a Failed Shapeshifter" (Republic, 2026), she’s ready to tell all the ways she’s done that: in relationships, friendships, and most of all, as an artist. Doors: 7 p.m.
Check website · 8pm
Hotels near 1337 India St San Diego CA 92101Diversionary Theatre · University Heights
Join the legendary Don LeMaster for an evening of crooner tunes and swaying with community as Don sings the night away! This event is FREE.
$ · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
$26 · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-18 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Rhye live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-18.
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Coronado · Coronado
The Coronado Historical Association invites you to the November installment of its Wine & Lecture Series, featuring "The Frog War: The Railroad Battle That Opened Southern California." Enjoy an engaging evening and discover how Southern Pacific's attempt to isolate San Diego by blocking rival…
$20 – $30 · 5:30pm
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Do Tell Comedy LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-19 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
SOMA San Diego · Midway
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-19 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Manic Street Preachers live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-19.
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Holiday shows, a sea of trees, festive food, and a fireworks finale at SeaWorld's annual Christmas event.
Included with admission · 11am
Hotel del Coronado · Coronado
The historic hotel dazzles with thousands of lights, an ice rink, s'mores, and holiday events on the beach.
Free to view · 5pm
Hotels near Hotel del CoronadoAmerican Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Carlos Mencia LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-20 at 7:00 PM.
Check website · 7pm
Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
San Diego Gulls vs. Iowa Wild at Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 20, 2026.
Check website · 7pm
The Casbah · Little Italy
Indie rock legends Built to Spill play a sweaty, intimate set at San Diego's iconic Casbah.
$28–$40 · 8pm
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-20 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Of Mice & Men / Mothica live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-20.
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Viejas Arena · College Area
Three Days Grace / I Prevail / The Funeral Portrait live at Viejas Arena in San Diego on 2026-11-20.
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
LEGOLAND California · Carlsbad
Holiday lights, LEGO decorations, seasonal shows, and a nightly tree lighting at LEGOLAND California.
$89–$119 · 10am
Hotels near LEGOLAND CaliforniaEl Cajon Boulevard · El Cajon
The largest parade in San Diego County. Floats, marching bands, equestrian units, and holiday characters kick off the season.
Free · 10am
Hotels near El Cajon BoulevardPechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
San Diego Gulls vs. Iowa Wild at Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 21, 2026.
Check website · 6pm
San Diego Ice Arena · Kearny Mesa
ACHA college hockey rivalry game.
$18 · 7:30pm
Hotels near San Diego Ice ArenaAmerican Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Carlos Mencia LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-21 at 7:00 PM.
Check website · 7pm
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-21 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Senses Fail / Initiate / Koyo / Koyo live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-21.
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
The Sound · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Carlos Mencia LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-22 at 7:00 PM.
Check website · 7pm
Downtown Encinitas · Encinitas
450 vendors line historic Highway 101 for the fall festival.
Free · 9am
Hotels near Downtown EncinitasThe Sound · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Eivør live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-22.
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Downtown Encinitas · Encinitas
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-22 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Bodysnatcher live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-23.
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
San Diego Gulls vs. Ontario Reign at Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 24, 2026.
Check website · 7pm
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
$16 · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
DJ Raphi live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-24.
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Gaslamp Open Mic & $5 Happy Hour LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-24 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Hotel del Coronado · Coronado
Beachfront ice rink opens for the holiday season.
$35 · 10am
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
$29 · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Gary Numan live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-25.
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-25 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
SOMA San Diego · Midway
George Clanton live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-25.
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Brotality live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-25.
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Doug Benson & Friends LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-25 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Fear Factory / Darkest Hour live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-25.
Check website · See website for times
Moonlight Beach · Encinitas
Thanksgiving 5K on the coast.
$45 · 7:30am
Hotels near Moonlight BeachLegoland Drive · Carlsbad
5K/10K Thanksgiving morning tradition — 10,000+ runners.
$40–$65 · 7am
Hotels near Legoland DriveCoronado · Coronado
Thanksgiving Day 5K/10K over the Coronado Bridge closure.
$45+ · 7am
Port of San Diego
Check website · 8am
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-26 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
San Diego Zoo · Balboa Park
Holiday lights, carolers, and reindeer visits at the Zoo through New Year's.
$72–$82 · 10am
Hotels near San Diego ZooTown Hall Park · Julian
Mountain-town holiday tradition with caroling, hot apple cider, and the lighting of a giant Christmas tree.
Free · 5pm
Hotels near Town Hall ParkAmerican Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Kevin Nealon LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-27 at 7:00 PM.
Check website · 7pm
Port of San Diego
Check website · 8am
Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
Cristian Castro: Nada Solo Exitos Tour coming to Pechanga Arena on November 27, 2026.
Check website · 8pm
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Gaslamp Quarter
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-11-27 at 8:00 PM.
Check website · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
The Greyboy Allstars live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-27.
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Wild Child live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-27.
Check website · See website for times
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina · Harbor Island
Three days of traditional jazz, swing, and blues with national and local bands, dance floors, and workshops.
$35–$150 · See website for times
Hotels near Sheraton San Diego Hotel & MarinaBelly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
LEGOLAND California · Carlsbad
Winter wonderland with LEGO Christmas tree lighting and snow play areas.
$99–$139 · 10am
Lamb's Players Theatre · Coronado
Annual holiday musical tradition on Coronado.
$34–$76 · 7:30pm
Hotels near Lamb's Players TheatreAmerican Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Kevin Nealon LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-28 at 7:00 PM.
Check website · 7pm
Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
Acordeones y Corridos is coming to Pechanga Arena San Diego on Saturday, November 28.
Check website · 7pm
Pechanga Arena · Midway
Dueto Voces Del Rancho / El Potro De Sinaloa / Roberto Tapia live at Pechanga Arena in San Diego on 2026-11-28.
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
SOMA San Diego · Midway
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Downtown Encinitas · Encinitas
Check website · See website for times
Diversionary Theatre · University Heights
Like the newlyweds game, but make it queer! Featuring real contestants, real questions, and real prizes, get ready for your new favorite Saturday night out at the Clark Cabaret & Bar!
$ · See website for times
Observatory North Park · North Park
Agent Orange live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-28.
Check website · See website for times
SOMA San Diego · Midway
Saosin / Like Moths to Flames / Silent Planet / Save Us live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-28.
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Testify live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-28.
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
$25 · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Music Box · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
SOMA San Diego · Midway
Surely Tempo live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-29.
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
Downtown Encinitas · Encinitas
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
Viejas Arena · College Area
Jonas Brothers / Deleasa / magnus ferrell live at Viejas Arena in San Diego on 2026-11-30.
Check website · See website for times
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
The Casbah · Little Italy
Check website · See website for times
November is San Diego's quietest, cheapest month with genuinely good weather: low-70s afternoons, empty beaches, and hotel rates at their annual floor until the week of Thanksgiving. The calendar splits neatly — food and wine events for the first two weeks, Thanksgiving traditions in week four, and the holiday season switching on the day after with tree lightings, Balboa Park decorations and the first nights of ice skating.
First weekend
The county's biggest culinary event runs a week of dinners, tastings and classes, capping with the Grand Tasting on the Embarcadero. Individual events start around $75; the grand tasting runs higher and sells out.
Typical cost: $75–$200 per event
Second weekend
Veterans Day brings free or discounted admission at several museums and the USS Midway for service members, plus harbor ceremonies. Beaches are near-empty and parking is free everywhere outside downtown.
Typical cost: Mostly free; museum admission $15–$26
Third weekend
El Cajon's Mother Goose Parade is one of the largest in Southern California and free to watch. This is the last weekend before Thanksgiving pricing kicks in — the single best value weekend on the calendar.
Typical cost: Parade free; hotels at annual lows
Thanksgiving weekend
Father Joe's Thanksgiving 5K and a dozen neighborhood turkey trots run Thursday morning, many restaurants serve prix-fixe dinners, and by Friday the holiday season is fully on: tree lightings, Hotel del Coronado's ice rink, and Balboa Park lights.
Typical cost: 5K registration $35–$50; prix-fixe dinners $65–$120
| Event | When | Where | Price | Book ahead | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival | First full week of November | Embarcadero and venues countywide | $75–$200 per event | 3–4 weeks; the Grand Tasting sells out | Food-focused trips |
| Mother Goose Parade | Sunday before Thanksgiving | El Cajon | Free | Arrive 45 minutes early for curb space | Families and a genuinely local tradition |
| Father Joe's Thanksgiving 5K | Thanksgiving morning | Balboa Park | $35–$50 | Register 2 weeks out; day-of costs more | Earning your turkey with 10,000 other people |
| Skating by the Sea at Hotel del Coronado | Opens mid-to-late November | Coronado | $50–$60 per session including skates | Reserve a session time — weekends fill | Outdoor ice skating next to the Pacific |
| Thanksgiving dinner out | Thanksgiving Day | Countywide, Coronado and downtown strongest | $65–$120 prix fixe | 3–4 weeks — the good rooms close by mid-November | Visitors who don't want to cook |
The San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival opens the month, Veterans Day brings harbor ceremonies and museum deals, the Mother Goose Parade runs in El Cajon the Sunday before Thanksgiving, and Thanksgiving week brings turkey trots, prix-fixe dinners and the start of the holiday season with tree lightings and outdoor ice skating.
Yes, if value matters. Highs sit near 71°F, the beaches are empty, and hotel rates hit their annual low through the third week. Days are shorter — sunset lands around 4:45pm — so front-load outdoor plans.
Most switch on the day after Thanksgiving. Balboa Park decorations, Seaport Village and Coronado tree lightings, and Skating by the Sea at Hotel del Coronado all begin in the last week of November, with December Nights and the Parade of Lights following in December.
Afternoons average 71°F and nights drop to about 55°F. Rain falls on roughly three days for the month. A light jacket for evenings is enough — you won't need a winter coat.
The Sandi Spots Newsletter
New beach finds, hidden taco shops, weekend events, and seasonal guides — once a week from a local. No spam, ever.
One email a week. Unsubscribe anytime.
Published by the Sandi Spots Editorial team at Sleep Coast LLC. Guides combine local perspective and source research. Check the individual guide for firsthand observations and follow official links to confirm current details.