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Today · Saturday, August 29, 2026
130 dated events today, plus a full daytime itinerary from sunrise to sunset — and what to do tonight.
Every dated event on our live San Diego calendar for today, ranked and grouped. If nothing is listed, the daypart playbook below is your plan.
San Diego has 130 events on our calendar today, including 24 live music events, 5 family-friendly picks, 2 free events, and 5 festivals.
Ranked from what's actually on the calendar today — venue, category, and how complete the listing is.
🎵 Concert7pm
North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre · Chula Vista
A marquee date at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre.
Muse / Portugal. The Man / The Temper Trap live at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre in San Diego on 2026-08-29.
🎵 Concert7pm
North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre · Chula Vista
A marquee date at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre.
DMB summer tour date.
🎵 Concert9pm
House of Blues San Diego · Downtown / Gaslamp
A marquee date at House of Blues San Diego.
🎉 Festival2pm
Balboa Park · Balboa Park
A festival — plan for a few hours.
Sazón Live III ! A cultural convergence dance, music and multimedia arts showcase. Presented by Mexican folkloric dance ensemble Sazonadas. Honoring Legendary Latine Divas presenting Huasteca regions, Sinaloa, Veracruz, Jalisco, Brazil and beyond! Featuring the vibrant Samba Queen Jessica Mercado and sultry singer songwriter Talia Morales. Join us at the Centro Cultural de la Raza for an unforgettable in-person live on-stage show. Immerse yourself in the rich flavors and dynamic rhythms that will transport through the diversity of Latin cultures. A celebration for everyone. This unique experie
🍽️ Food & Drink10am
Balboa Park · Balboa Park
Free to attend.
SDCAMA art shows display the living art of today; you can hold it in your hands and take it into your life. Many of our artist members are full time professionals that have been plying their trade for decades, have won competitions throughout the U.S., and are world renowned. Other members only have time to create when they have a spare moment in their busy lives. We all have one thing in common; our artists are visionaries, driven to awaken within a world seldom experienced, through the expertise of their gentile hands.
🎭 Culture11am
Balboa Park · Balboa Park
Free to attend.
Join the House of Afghanistan's Lawn Program!
🌿 Outdoor9am
Balboa Park · Balboa Park
This workshop begins with a brief photography lesson followed by a guided meditative walk through the garden. Discover the art of seeing through your lens in this immersive outdoor photography class led by photographer and educator Maha Bazzari. Whether you shoot on a smartphone or a professional camera, this class meets you exactly where you are. This class is open to all levels. As you move through a beautiful garden setting, Maha will guide you in slowing down, tuning into your surroundings, and capturing what you notice — light, texture, color, stillness, and motion. The walk is meditative
🌿 Outdoor9am
Balboa Park · Balboa Park
Discover the art of seeing through your lens in this immersive outdoor photography class led by professional photographer Maha. Whether you shoot on a smartphone or a professional camera, this class meets you exactly where you are. This class is open to all levels. As you move through a beautiful garden setting, Maha will guide you in slowing down, tuning into your surroundings, and capturing what you notice — light, texture, color, stillness, and motion. The walk is meditative by design: the goal is presence first, photography second.
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6:30pm
1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr. San Diego CA 92106
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Celebrate 70 years of protecting, preserving, and caring for Cabrillo National Monument at Cabrillo Under the Stars, Cabrillo National Monument Foundation’s signature annual fundraising event. Guests will sip and savor tastings from local favorites, dance to live music by That Beatles Cover Band, and connect with fellow-park lovers and park…
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Pour House Oceanside · Oceanside
9:00 PM 11:59 PM Google Calendar ICS View Event → Aug 30 Rich The Stitch presents "Hill St
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Athenaeum Music & Arts Library · La Jolla
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640 Orange Ave Coronado CA 92118
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Come hear the Avanti Flute Choir perform well-known works by Leonard Cohen, Elton John, John Williams and more!! From bass flute to piccolo come be entertained by this vibrant group! Free reception to follow. Avanti Flute Choir on Facebook
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11am
2455 Cushing St San Diego CA 92106
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Join Jackalope Arts at Prebble Field in NTC Park at Liberty Station for a free admission weekend of celebrating handmade this August 29 & 30. Featuring 180+ local, hand-selected artisans, shoppers can expect to find trendsetting indie goods including original fashion and jewelry design, body care, innovative home decor and housewares, art,…
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12pm
Stone Brewing Escondido · Escondido
Anniversary rare beer festival and food.
$65+
1pm
1600 Pacific Highway San Diego CA 92101
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Florida's Most Traditional Community Festival for 14 years is hitting San Diego! Take a journey into Brazil’s art, culture and tradition featuring international musical acts, Samba dancers, kids rides, exhibitors and a taste of Brazilian cuisine. Get ready to vote for the Community Awards. Tix start at $20. Visit:…
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2191 Pan American Rd. W San Diego CA 92101
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. The Annual Afghan Tea Party is the House of Afghanistan's signature lawn celebration — a public, family-friendly festival of Afghan culture, hospitality, food, music, poetry, art, and community. Bring a blanket, settle in, and expect a warm Afghan welcome. The name is a tribute to something deeply familiar in Afghan life: the way tea brings…
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10am
The New Children's Museum · Downtown / Gaslamp
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500 SeaWorld Drive San Diego CA 92109
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Visit SeaWorld San Diego any day through Oct. 30, 2026 Buy an any day ticket and get a FREE kids ticket! Kids ticket valid for guests ages 2-9. Valid for one visit at SeaWorld San Diego. Not valid on food or merchandise purchases. Ticket may not be copied, transferred, resold, refunded and is valid only for the person listed. Void if altered.…
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2100 Costa Del Mar Rd. Carlsbad CA 92009
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. At Pro Kids, First Tee – San Diego, we are deeply focused on breaking down barriers to ensure our youth are given every opportunity to lead, grow, and succeed, both on and off the golf course. It takes an incredible community of supporters to make our mission possible. That is why we are absolutely thrilled to announce that at our 2026…
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Warwick's · La Jolla
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22000 CA-76 Pauma Valley CA 92061
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Just a short drive from San Diego and Temecula, nestled on hundreds of acres of pristine wilderness, La Jolla Indian Adventure Park is buzzing with excitement, ready to turn your spring break into an unforgettable experience. Whether you're craving high-flying thrills, mountain biking through breathtaking scenery, or cozying up under a canopy…
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10am
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2pm
2004 Park Blvd San Diego CA 92102
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Sazón Live 2026! A cultural convergence dance, music and multimedia arts showcase. Presented by Mexican folkloric dance ensemble Sazonadas. Honoring Legendary Latine Divas through performance and visual arts of Huasteca regions, Sinaloa, Veracruz, Jalisco, Brazil and beyond! Featuring the vibrant Samba Queen Jessica Mercado and sultry singer…
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2pm
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4pm
1770 Village Place San Diego CA 9210
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. For over 10 years, the Sierra Club Seal Society (SCSS) has wanted a large sculpture of a sea lion statue to be created and placed in a prominent area for all San Diegans to see. Sergey Gornushkin, President of the SD Sculptors Guild in Balboa Park, is now doing just that. My son, a friend of Sergey, initiated this wonderful event by asking…
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5pm
Imperial Beach · Imperial Beach
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Coronado · Coronado
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11am
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7pm
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2137 Pacific Highway San Diego CA 92101
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Bucket Listers, in collaboration with Hasbro, is bringing the first-ever Candy Land Café to San Diego: Starting at $24.50 per person (including fees) - Includes: 90-Minute seating + $10 Food credit + $5 merch credit Opening July 9! Multiple dates and time slots, please check our calendar. Bayside Kitchen + Bar: 2137 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA…
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Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
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7:30pm
2101 Stadium Way San Diego CA 92108
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Southern California pride takes the spotlight as San Diego FC welcomes LA Galaxy to Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, August 29 for a friendly but fierce rivalry showdown, presented by Modelo. Visit: https://www.sandiegofc.com/tickets/single San Diego FC on Facebook / Instagram
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548 Fifth Ave San Diego CA 92101
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Tucked behind an unassuming entrance marked by a sign reading “Law Office — Eddie O’Hare, ESQ,” Prohibition offers a speakeasy-style escape for fans looking to continue the festivities after the game. The hidden lounge channels the Roaring ’20s with vintage decor, live jazz and handcrafted cocktails, creating a swanky setting that feels…
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Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
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Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
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Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
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Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
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7pm
American Comedy Co. · Downtown / Gaslamp
Alec Flynn LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-08-29 at 7:00 PM.
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10pm
The Madhouse Comedy Club · Downtown / Gaslamp
Stand-up comedy at The Madhouse Comedy Club in San Diego on 2026-08-29 at 10:00 PM.
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San Diego
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Roast s'mores and enjoy an evening fireside with a private beach bonfire from our local partner, Bayside Bonfires. Complete with a backdrop of Mission Bay, book a private bonfire with our local partner Bayside Bonfires. Your intimate experience includes firewood, chairs, and s'mores. Choose from The Bahia Hotel + Catamaran Hotel and reserve…
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9pm
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2501 Kettner Blvd. San Diego CA 92101
Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. The Loons, The Killing Floors, Los Sweepers, DJs Tony the Tiger & Mateo Londres Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 Doors: 7:30 p.m. | Show: 8:30 p.m.
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These picks work any day of the year. Slot them around the timed events above and the weather.
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Use the morning for a beach walk, hike, or early brunch; the midday for Balboa Park, the Zoo, or neighborhood exploring; the afternoon for a sunset spot like Sunset Cliffs or La Jolla Cove; and the evening for live events, rooftop bars, or comedy. Check today's dated events above.
Balboa Park museums, USS Midway, the New Children's Museum, shopping at Westfield UTC or Fashion Valley, a brewery crawl, or a long lunch in Convoy Street. San Diego rain is usually short-lived, so plan indoor mornings and outdoor afternoons.
Balboa Park grounds (museums cost extra), the Timken Museum (always free), Sunset Cliffs, any San Diego beach, Coronado Ferry Landing, Little Italy walks, and most neighborhood farmers markets on their scheduled days.
Brunch: Morning Glory, Snooze, or Great Maple. Lunch: Liberty Public Market, Cesarina, or any food hall. Dinner: Little Italy, North Park, or Gaslamp. See our food and cuisine guides for cuisine-specific picks.
Torrey Pines hike, La Jolla Cove kayak, Mission Bay paddleboard, Sunset Cliffs, Coronado Beach, or a coastal bike ride from Pacific Beach to Mission Beach. Check the tide chart if you're planning tide pools.
Dated picks straight from our San Diego events calendar, ranked by venue, verification and completeness. Every listing shows its own date, so this list stays accurate all week.
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