Best Things to Do in San Diego This Week · April 23–26, 2026

Arts & Culture

Art Alive 2026 at San Diego Museum of Art

SDMA's signature floral exhibition transforms the museum with kaleidoscopic arrangements interpreting works from the permanent collection, plus large-scale installations and family activities.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · San Diego Museum of Art, Balboa Park

Choir! Choir! Choir! Pink Pony Choir Sing-Along Party

The wildly interactive, participatory sing-along experience where you become the show — Pink Pony edition at UC San Diego.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · UC San Diego

La Jolla Playhouse WOW Festival 2026

Multi-day festival of bold, inventive theater and performance pieces from cutting-edge artists, held at UC San Diego.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 12:00 PM · UC San Diego, La Jolla

A Starlight Swing Fundraiser

Step back in time for an afternoon of swing music, dancing, and community in Balboa Park, raising funds for the restoration of the historic Starlight Bowl.

Sunday, April 26, 2026 · Balboa Park, San Diego

All My Sons – National Theatre Live at Digital Gym Cinema

Bryan Cranston and Marianne Jean-Baptiste deliver powerhouse performances in National Theatre Live's screening of Arthur Miller's All My Sons.

Sunday, April 26, 2026 2:30 PM · Digital Gym Cinema, San Diego

Date Night

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

Experience the ultimate fusion of 90s Hip-Hop and classical music performed by candlelight at the San Diego Natural History Museum.

Friday, April 24, 2026 · San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park

Bloom Bash at San Diego Museum of Art

A late-night Parisian-glamour soirée kicking off Art Alive weekend with art, culture, and dazzling sparkle at SDMA.

Friday, April 24, 2026 7:00 PM · San Diego Museum of Art, Balboa Park

Salsa & Bachata at Monsaraz Hotel

Sunset salsa and bachata dancing in the courtyard at the Monsaraz Hotel in Point Loma — begin with a 5PM lesson then dance under the San Diego night sky.

Sunday, April 26, 2026 5:00 PM · The Monsaraz Hotel, Point Loma, San Diego

Improv Comedy at Oasis Under the Sun

Drinks and laughs during a San Diego sunset featuring Personality Hires Improv, Delulu Improv, and Bad Cat Improv at the rooftop Oasis venue in Pacific Beach.

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 7:00 PM · The Oasis, 671 Turquoise Street, Pacific Beach, San Diego

Free Events

Mission Fed ArtWalk Little Italy

One of San Diego's most beloved spring traditions returns for its 42nd year, filling Little Italy's streets with fine art, crafts, and live music from artists around the globe — all free.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · Little Italy, San Diego

San Diego EarthFest 2026

San Diego's largest Earth Day celebration returns to Balboa Park with 100+ sustainable exhibitors, live music, speakers, donation-based wellness classes, and family activities.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · Balboa Park, San Diego

World Tai Chi & Qigong Day San Diego

A free community Tai Chi and Qigong practice led by Master Han, president of Golden Rishi Academy, open to all levels.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 12:30 PM · 4299 Cosoy Way, San Diego

Mad House Open Mic – Free Comedy Night

Free open mic stand-up comedy at the World Famous Mad House Comedy Club — watch stars be born and dreams die 5 minutes at a time, 21+.

Monday, April 27, 2026 8:00 PM · Mad House Comedy Club, 801 4th Ave, Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego

FIC Studio Sessions Jazz Night at Quartyard

Live jazz every last Thursday of the month at Quartyard in San Diego, featuring local musicians in an outdoor setting.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 · Quartyard, San Diego

Festivals & Special Events

Lakeside Rodeo

The annual Lakeside Rodeo returns for a multi-day western experience at El Capitan Stadium.

Friday, April 24, 2026 · El Capitan Stadium, Lakeside

OMENS Art & Music Festival

San Diego's community art and music festival at The Soap Factory featuring local artists, live music, workshops including a yoga flow, and an after-party until 2AM.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · The Soap Factory, Logan Heights

La Jolla Concours d'Elegance

A premier automotive and lifestyle event featuring 170+ classic and exotic cars displayed along the ocean in beautiful La Jolla.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · Ellen Browning Scripps Park, La Jolla

Panda Fest San Diego 2026

North America's largest Asian food festival makes its San Diego debut for the first time, featuring 80+ Asian food vendors and cultural programming.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 10:00 AM · San Diego

Figure 8 Night Market – Taurus Edition

A free vintage and handmade night market on Adams Avenue with a live DJ spinning all night — featuring 50+ small business vendors.

Friday, May 8, 2026 5:00 PM · 3366 Adams Avenue, San Diego

Sports

San Diego Sockers MASL Finals – Ron Newman Cup

The San Diego Sockers host the Milwaukee Wave in the MASL Ron Newman Cup Finals at Frontwave Arena.

Friday, April 24, 2026 · Frontwave Arena, Carlsbad

Ballislife All-American High School Basketball Showcase

SeaWorld San Diego transforms into a basketball destination hosting the 2026 Ballislife All-American Game with top national high school talent.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · SeaWorld San Diego

San Diego FC vs. Portland Timbers

San Diego FC hosts the Portland Timbers in a heated Western Conference rivalry match at Snapdragon Stadium, presented by Michelob ULTRA.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 6:30 PM · Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego

Cubs at Padres

The San Diego Padres host the Chicago Cubs at Petco Park.

Monday, April 27, 2026 · Petco Park, San Diego

Music & Nightlife

James 'Murr' Murray at Mic Drop Comedy

The Impractical Jokers star headlines multiple shows at Mic Drop Comedy San Diego Friday and Saturday nights.

Friday, April 24, 2026 7:00 PM · Mic Drop Comedy, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego

Cheap Trick at Humphrey's Concerts By The Bay

Rock legends Cheap Trick perform at the iconic waterfront venue Humphrey's Concerts By The Bay.

Friday, April 24, 2026 7:30 PM · Humphrey's Concerts By The Bay, 2241 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego

Banda El Recodo at Frontwave Arena

Legendary Mexican banda group Banda El Recodo performs live at Frontwave Arena in Carlsbad.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · Frontwave Arena, Carlsbad

Gary Owen at San Diego Civic Theatre

Stand-up comedian Gary Owen takes the stage at the San Diego Civic Theatre for a night of laughs.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 8:00 PM · San Diego Civic Theatre, San Diego

Shiba San & Gene Farris at Nova SD

House music heavyweights Shiba San and Gene Farris take over Nova SD for a 21+ night of deep, driving beats.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 10:00 PM · Nova SD, 454 Sixth Ave, San Diego

Outdoors & Active

Sip & Dip Wellness Event

A free morning movement, connection, and wellness ritual event at Mission Beach Park — first 30 attendees get a complimentary drink.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 10:00 AM · Mission Beach Park, San Diego

Sunday Runday x Ibiza Firehouse

Join Sunday Runday Run Club for miles followed by mimosas, complimentary coffee and fruit, discounted brunch, and a DJ set starting at 10am.

Sunday, April 26, 2026 8:30 AM · Ibiza Firehouse, San Diego

Family-Friendly

Spring Home & Garden Show

Free admission event at Del Mar Fairgrounds showcasing landscape, home improvement, and garden features from local contractors and horticulturalists.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · Del Mar Fairgrounds

San Diego Super Adoption

Local rescues and shelters gather at North Park Mini Park with adoptable dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens — connect with organizations making a difference for homeless animals.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 · North Park Mini Park, San Diego

San Diego Wave FC vs. Bay FC – Kids Night

San Diego Wave FC hosts Bay FC at Snapdragon Stadium for Kids Night — a perfect family outing with NWSL soccer and special kid-friendly programming.

Sunday, May 3, 2026 4:00 PM · Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego

Food & Drink

DAYGO Night Market

San Diego's vibrant night market returns with live music, fire food vendors, local artisan goods, and night market energy in National City.

Friday, April 24, 2026 · 1410 E Plaza Blvd Unit A, National City

Uncorked: San Diego

A premier wine tasting event at Embarcadero Marina Park North featuring curated pours from top wineries.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 1:00 PM · Embarcadero Marina Park North, San Diego

The Blank Table High Tide at Kiku Room

A new daytime series by The Blank Table at Kiku Room bringing together San Diego chefs for one-off conservas bites — thoughtful, unexpected, and designed for the moment.

Sunday, April 26, 2026 · Kiku Room, San Diego

Vino Carta Flight Night – Orange Wine

Every Thursday, Vino Carta selects four wines to pour in a themed flight series — this week featuring orange wine for tasting and discovery.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 · Vino Carta, San Diego

Valle de Guadalupe Wine & Food Tour

Club Tengo Hambre's day trip to Baja's wine country features a Tijuana breakfast, two boutique winery visits, and Valle-style dining among the vines — very few spots remain.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 · Valle de Guadalupe, Baja California