Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys – Opening
MCASD opens a major exhibition featuring over 130 works by 37 Black diasporic artists from the renowned private collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys, with opening weekend celebrations including a members' sneak peek.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 · Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Alien Girls – World Premiere at The Old Globe
The world premiere of Amy Berryman's sharp, time-bending comedy about two longtime friends on the verge of change, directed by Jaki Bradley at The Old Globe.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 · The Old Globe Theatre, Balboa Park
Happy Girl Club Sewing Workshops with Sewloka
Learn to rework your own clothing or sew your own tote bag in two hands-on sustainable fashion workshops hosted by Happy Girl Club.
Sunday, April 19, 2026 11:00 AM / 2:30 PM · San Diego
National Theatre Live: All My Sons at Digital Gym Cinema
Digital Gym Cinema screens the National Theatre Live production of Arthur Miller's All My Sons as part of the DGC Playhouse film series.
Sunday, April 26, 2026 2:30 PM · Digital Gym Cinema, San Diego
MercyMe Live at Frontwave Arena
Grammy-nominated Christian rock band MercyMe performs live at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside.
Thursday, April 16, 2026 · Frontwave Arena, Oceanside
Black Violin: Full Circle Tour
GRAMMY-nominated duo Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus bring their Full Circle Tour to UC San Diego, redefining the possibilities of classical music fused with hip-hop.
Friday, April 17, 2026 · ArtPower at UC San Diego
Cypress Hill, Tech N9ne & Bone Thugs-N-Harmony at Petco Park
A massive hip-hop showcase brings Cypress Hill, Tech N9ne, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, and more to Petco Park for a one-night concert event.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 · Petco Park, San Diego
OTHER VOICES Dark Dance Night at The Banshee
An inclusive dark dance night at The Banshee with DJs Israel & Fn1 spinning modern goth and dark wave tracks all night in a heavy fog-filled atmosphere.
Saturday, April 25, 2026 9:00 PM · The Banshee, San Diego
FIC Studio Sessions Jazz Night at Quartyard
The Jazz House's monthly Jazz Night at Quartyard features live jazz performances on the last Thursday of the month with RIVA and an all-star ensemble.
Thursday, April 30, 2026 · Quartyard, San Diego
San Diego Gulls vs. Home Game
The San Diego Gulls host an AHL home game at Pechanga Arena during their playoff push.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 7:00 PM · Pechanga Arena, San Diego
SD Fight Night at Frontwave Arena
A live professional fight night event comes to Frontwave Arena in Oceanside.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 · Frontwave Arena, Oceanside
San Diego Sockers Playoffs at Frontwave Arena
The San Diego Sockers take to the indoor pitch at Frontwave Arena for MASL playoff action.
Sunday, April 19, 2026 · Frontwave Arena, Oceanside
San Diego FC vs. Portland Timbers
San Diego FC hosts the Portland Timbers in a heated Western Conference MLS rivalry match at Snapdragon Stadium, presented by Michelob ULTRA.
Saturday, April 25, 2026 6:30 PM · Snapdragon Stadium
Festivals & Special Events
Oasis Spring Clothing Swap + Wellness Market
A spring clothing swap and wellness pop-up at The Oasis featuring stretching sessions, mini facials, jewelry vendors, and beaded accessories — a multi-activity market event.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 · The Oasis Patio Bar, Pacific Beach
Daygo Night Market
San Diego's beloved Daygo Night Market returns to National City with live music, local food vendors, and night market energy in a vibrant community celebration.
Friday, April 24, 2026 · 1410 E Plaza Blvd Unit A, National City
Salsa & Bachata Sunday Social at Moonshine Beach
End your Sunday with outdoor salsa and bachata dancing with a beginner lesson, DJ Mo Lyon, and a lively crowd at Moonshine Beach.
Sunday, April 19, 2026 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM · Moonshine Beach, San Diego
San Diego Chess & Social Sunset Mixer at Belmont Park
San Diego Chess & Social partners with Fit Social and Belmont Park for a sunset mixer featuring chess, Uno, Wavelength, Jenga, and more — free for members.
Monday, April 13, 2026 · Fit Social, Belmont Park, Mission Beach
Wellness Hours Morning Movement & Wellness Event
A free morning of movement, connection, and wellness rituals at Mission Beach Park — the first 30 attendees receive a complimentary drink.
Saturday, April 25, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM · Mission Beach Park, San Diego
Happy Girl Club Color Walk in Oceanside
Join Happy Girl Club for a free color walk in Oceanside, celebrating nature and community with free beauty goodies for the first 25 attendees and drink discounts at Oside Strand.
Saturday, April 25, 2026 10:00 AM · Oceanside, California
Mixed Grounds World of Coffee Week Programming
Mixed Grounds Coffee celebrates World of Coffee with a week of special events blending San Diego culture with international coffee flavors at their North Park café and the Convention Center.
Friday, April 17, 2026 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM · Mixed Grounds Coffee / San Diego Convention Center