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November · Updated weekly
Off-season proper. 70°F afternoons, empty beaches, Thanksgiving parades and turkey trots.
Last updated · 282 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
Auto-updated from our events database — concerts, festivals, sports, family, culture, and nightlife.
Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
San Diego Gulls vs. Colorado Eagles at Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 1, 2026.
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American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Usama Siddiquee LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-01 at 7:00 PM.
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
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Til-Two Club · City Heights
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Balboa 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.
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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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.
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SeaWorld 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.
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Montell Fish live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-01.
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Til-Two Club · City Heights
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
MFHD live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-01.
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Bars across SD run themed cocktail menus and events.
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Viejas Arena · College Area
Lizzo live at Viejas Arena in San Diego on 2026-11-01.
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Pure Project · Carlsbad
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Pure Project · Carlsbad
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Pure Project · Carlsbad
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Observatory North Park · North Park
Medium Build / The Scratch live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-02.
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Pure Project · Carlsbad
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Pure Project · Carlsbad
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SOMA San Diego · Midway
Kurt Travis / Mella / Resilia live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-03.
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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.
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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.
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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SOMA San Diego · Midway
bunii live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-04.
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American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Dave Smith LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-05 at 8:00 PM.
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Various venues · Citywide
Largest Asian film festival on the West Coast — 130+ films.
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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.
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Eelke Kleijn live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-05.
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Observatory North Park · North Park
José Madero live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-05.
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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Broadway Pier · Downtown
Ship tours and Sea and Air Parade honoring the Navy.
Free · 10am
Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
Bing Crosby Season opener.
$10+ · 12pm
Pechanga Arena · Midway
WWE SmackDown live broadcast from San Diego.
$45–$350 · 7:30pm
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Dave Smith LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-06 at 7:00 PM.
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Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
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Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
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Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
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Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
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Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
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10 days of tap takeovers, dinners and brewery tours.
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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.
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Del Mar Racetrack · Del Mar
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
R&B Only Live live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-06.
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Balboa Park · Balboa Park
Free Diwali celebration with dance and food.
Free · 11am
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.
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Music Box · Little Italy
75+ whiskies including rare Scotch, bourbon, and Japanese pours.
$85–$150 · 2pm
Copley Symphony Hall · Downtown
Off the Record tour date.
$75+ · 7:30pm
Jenny Craig Pavilion · Linda Vista
WCC basketball tips off at the JCP.
$10–$25 · 7pm
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Dave Smith LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-07 at 7:00 PM.
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
Indie folk band Lord Huron performs their cinematic, atmospheric songs at the legendary Belly Up.
$45–$75 · 8pm
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.
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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Petco Park · East Village
Dia De Los Deftones 2026 live at Petco Park in San Diego on 2026-11-07.
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
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Observatory North Park · North Park
Robby Hoffman live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-07.
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Josh Garrels live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-07.
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Humphreys Concerts by the Bay · Shelter Island
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Coronado to Imperial Beach · Coronado
Flat, fast coastal half marathon.
$95+ · 7am
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
SOB x RBE live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-08.
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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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.
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Observatory North Park · North Park
Robby Hoffman live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-08.
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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SOMA San Diego · Midway
Underoath / August Burns Red / Atreyu / As Cities Burn live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-10.
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Humphreys Concerts by the Bay · Shelter Island
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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USS Midway Museum · Downtown
Solemn Veterans Day ceremony on the flight deck.
Free · 10am
Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
San Diego Gulls vs. San Jose Barracuda at Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 11, 2026.
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Port of San Diego
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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Embarcadero Marina Park · Downtown
The region's premier culinary festival. Grand tastings, celebrity chef demos, wine seminars, and exclusive dinners.
$85–$350 · 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.
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Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
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Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Rave Jesus live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-12.
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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Coronado Village Theatre · Coronado
Independent films, Hollywood classics, and filmmaker talks in the historic Coronado theatre.
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San Diego Convention Center · East Village
Designer toys, art, and collectibles convention.
$25–$95 · 11am
Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
Teddy Swims: The UGLY Tour 2026 is coming to Pechanga Arena San Diego on Friday, November 13, 2026.
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American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Pete Holmes LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-13 at 7:00 PM.
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
The Damned / The Courettes live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-13.
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
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Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
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Observatory North Park · North Park
Dragonforce / Ensiferum / Rhapsody of Fire live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-13.
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SeaWorld · Mission Bay
Rudolph shows and 1.5M lights nightly.
Park admission · 10am
Waterfront Park · Downtown
20+ ramen shops battle for best bowl with slurping competitions.
$45–$85 · 11am
Embarcadero · Downtown
Waterfront music festival spanning multiple stages.
$199+ · 12pm
Snapdragon Stadium · Mission Valley
Ranked matchup against Boise State.
$35–$120 · 1pm
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
Indoor soccer champs open the MASL season.
$18–$60 · 7:05pm
Petco Park · East Village
Charity ride raising money for cancer research.
$75+ · 7am
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Pete Holmes LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-14 at 7:00 PM.
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Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
Los Tigres Del Norte is coming to Pechanga Arena San Diego on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
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Observatory North Park · North Park
The Tallest Man On Earth live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-14.
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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.
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Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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The Old Globe · Balboa Park
Beloved holiday musical based on the Dr. Seuss classic. A San Diego tradition for more than 25 years.
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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SOMA San Diego · Midway
JSTJR live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-14.
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Cabrillo National Monument · Point Loma
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Coronado · 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.
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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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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Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
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Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
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Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
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Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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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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Port of San Diego
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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.
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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SOMA San Diego · Midway
Isaiah Rashad live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-17.
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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.
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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.
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Observatory North Park · North Park
Rhye live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-18.
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
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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.
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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Observatory North Park · North Park
Manic Street Preachers live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-19.
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
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SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Holiday shows, a sea of trees, festive food, and a fireworks finale at SeaWorld's annual Christmas event.
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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
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Carlos Mencia LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-20 at 7:00 PM.
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Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
San Diego Gulls vs. Iowa Wild at Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 20, 2026.
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The Casbah · Little Italy
Indie rock legends Built to Spill play a sweaty, intimate set at San Diego's iconic Casbah.
$28–$40 · 8pm
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Of Mice & Men / Mothica live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-20.
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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Viejas Arena · College Area
Three Days Grace / I Prevail / The Funeral Portrait live at Viejas Arena in San Diego on 2026-11-20.
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Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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LEGOLAND California · Carlsbad
Holiday lights, LEGO decorations, seasonal shows, and a nightly tree lighting at LEGOLAND California.
$89–$119 · 10am
El 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
Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
San Diego Gulls vs. Iowa Wild at Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 21, 2026.
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San Diego Ice Arena · Kearny Mesa
ACHA college hockey rivalry game.
$18 · 7:30pm
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Carlos Mencia LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-21 at 7:00 PM.
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Observatory North Park · North Park
Senses Fail / Initiate / Koyo / Koyo live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-21.
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Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Carlos Mencia LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-22 at 7:00 PM.
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Downtown Encinitas · Encinitas
450 vendors line historic Highway 101 for the fall festival.
Free · 9am
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Eivør live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-22.
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
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Downtown Encinitas · Encinitas
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Bodysnatcher live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-23.
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Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
San Diego Gulls vs. Ontario Reign at Pechanga Arena San Diego on November 24, 2026.
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
DJ Raphi live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-24.
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Hotel del Coronado · Coronado
Beachfront ice rink opens for the holiday season.
$35 · 10am
Observatory North Park · North Park
Gary Numan live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-25.
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SOMA San Diego · Midway
George Clanton live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-25.
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Brotality live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-25.
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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.
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Fear Factory / Darkest Hour live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-25.
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Moonlight Beach · Encinitas
Thanksgiving 5K on the coast.
$45 · 7:30am
Legoland Drive · Carlsbad
5K/10K Thanksgiving morning tradition — 10,000+ runners.
$40–$65 · 7am
Coronado · Coronado
Thanksgiving Day 5K/10K over the Coronado Bridge closure.
$45+ · 7am
Port of San Diego
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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San Diego Zoo · Balboa Park
Holiday lights, carolers, and reindeer visits at the Zoo through New Year's.
$72–$82 · 10am
Town Hall Park · Julian
Mountain-town holiday tradition with caroling, hot apple cider, and the lighting of a giant Christmas tree.
Free · 5pm
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Kevin Nealon LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-27 at 7:00 PM.
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Port of San Diego
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Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
Cristian Castro: Nada Solo Exitos Tour coming to Pechanga Arena on November 27, 2026.
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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Observatory North Park · North Park
The Greyboy Allstars live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-27.
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Wild Child live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-27.
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Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina · Harbor Island
Three days of traditional jazz, swing, and blues with national and local bands, dance floors, and workshops.
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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
American Comedy Co. · Gaslamp Quarter
Kevin Nealon LIVE! at American Comedy Co. in the Gaslamp Quarter on 2026-11-28 at 7:00 PM.
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Pechanga Arena San Diego · Midway
Acordeones y Corridos is coming to Pechanga Arena San Diego on Saturday, November 28.
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Pechanga Arena · Midway
Dueto Voces Del Rancho / El Potro De Sinaloa / Roberto Tapia live at Pechanga Arena in San Diego on 2026-11-28.
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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Downtown Encinitas · Encinitas
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Observatory North Park · North Park
Agent Orange live at Observatory North Park in San Diego on 2026-11-28.
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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.
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House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Testify live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-28.
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Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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SOMA San Diego · Midway
Surely Tempo live at SOMA San Diego in San Diego on 2026-11-29.
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Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
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Downtown Encinitas · Encinitas
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The Casbah · Little Italy
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Belly Up Tavern · Solana Beach
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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.
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