27 Things to Do in San Diego This Week · August 13–16, 2026

Music & Nightlife

REVERB: Hardgroove at EQ San Diego

Complex percussion, deep basslines, and layered rhythms from DJs Jovas.wav, Metabiite, Lovemetilnextsummer, and Musicdesol — 9 PM to 2 AM, 21+.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 9:00 PM · EQ San Diego

Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson

An intimate candlelit string quartet concert performing Michael Jackson's greatest hits in a unique atmospheric setting.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 6:15 PM · San Diego

Benson Boone: Wanted Man Tour 2026

Pop breakout Benson Boone brings his Wanted Man Tour to Pechanga Arena San Diego for one night only.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 8:00 PM · Pechanga Arena San Diego

Festivals & Special Events

619 Night – IRL San Diego

A community event designed to help you make new friends by bringing together San Diego's diverse communities for an evening of genuine connection.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 · San Diego

San Diego Brew Fest

Sample unlimited tastings from more than 70 breweries alongside live music, lawn games, and food trucks at this annual outdoor craft beer festival.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 · San Diego

SD Made Endless Summer Market

A two-day outdoor festival at Liberty Station's Ingram Plaza featuring more than 130 curated local makers, artisans, and handmade goods.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 10:00 AM · Liberty Station Ingram Plaza

Chula Vista HarborFest

After a seven-year hiatus, HarborFest returns to the Chula Vista bayfront with an all-day celebration of live music, local eats, a waterfront beer garden, vendors, and family activities.

Saturday, August 22, 2026 · Chula Vista Bayside Park

Figure 8 Market 4th Birthday – Normal Heights

The beloved vintage and handmade goods market celebrates its 4th anniversary with vendors offering clothing, trinkets, and handmade goods — free entry, open 11 AM to 5 PM.

Saturday, August 22, 2026 11:00 AM · 3366 Adams Avenue, Normal Heights, San Diego

Sports

San Diego Wave FC vs. Denver – Hello Kitty Night

The Wave host Denver at Snapdragon Stadium for Hello Kitty Night, with a crown giveaway for fans.

Friday, August 14, 2026 7:00 PM · Snapdragon Stadium

Twins at Padres

The San Diego Padres host the Minnesota Twins for a home series at Petco Park.

Friday, August 21, 2026 · Petco Park, San Diego

San Diego FC vs. Colorado Rapids – Native American Heritage Night

San Diego FC hosts Colorado Rapids at Snapdragon Stadium for Native American Heritage Night, with a drawstring bag giveaway for the first 25,000 fans.

Saturday, August 22, 2026 7:30 PM · Snapdragon Stadium

Arts & Culture

Toro Nagashi Festival at Japanese Friendship Garden

Glowing lanterns float through the Japanese Friendship Garden in a moving Obon tribute honoring loved ones, with cultural performances and traditional activities.

Friday, August 14, 2026 · Japanese Friendship Garden, Balboa Park

Quilts Japan: The 17th Quilt Nihon

An exhibition of stunning Japanese quilt artistry at Visions Museum of Textile Art at Liberty Station.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 10:00 AM · Visions Museum of Textile Art, Liberty Station

Art Party at Sparks: Pop Art

A pop art-themed evening art party at Sparks Gallery combining creativity, community, and colorful works.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 5:00 PM · Sparks Gallery, San Diego

Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings

A candlelit string performance of the beloved Lord of the Rings film score in an intimate atmospheric setting.

Friday, August 21, 2026 6:15 PM · San Diego

Date Night

New Moon Retreat + Meteor Shower at The Oasis

Slow flow yoga, therapeutic breathwork, and a sound bath under the new moon and Perseid meteor shower on the Oasis patio — $50 tickets.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 7:00 PM · Oasis Patio Bar, Pacific Beach

The Gershwins in Hollywood with Michael Feinstein

Michael Feinstein joins the San Diego Symphony Orchestra at The Rady Shell for an evening celebrating the music of George and Ira Gershwin from Hollywood's Golden Age.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 · The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Salsa & Bachata Night at Andaz Hotel Rooftop

Majesty in Motion hosts a rooftop Latin dance social with a lesson at 4:30 PM, DJ Molyon spinning, and no partner needed—just dance shoes.

Sunday, August 16, 2026 4:30 PM · Andaz Hotel Rooftop, 600 F St, San Diego

The Blank Table Dinner – Northern Spain Edition

An intimate five-course secret-location supper club dinner inspired by Basque, Galician, and Catalan traditions, with chef Barra Oliba cooking and cocktails by Kiku Room, location revealed 24 hours before.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 · Secret location, San Diego

Food & Drink

Taste of Imperial Avenue

Grab a tasting map and explore Imperial Avenue with 20+ food vendors, signature bites, drinks, live entertainment, and a community marketplace celebrating Logan Heights culture.

Friday, August 14, 2026 · Imperial Avenue, Logan Heights

Tony Gwynn Day with Mr. Padre 2000 & 3000 Beer Release

AleSmith celebrates Tony Gwynn Day with a special release of their Mr. Padre 2000 and 3000 commemorative beers.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 12:00 PM · AleSmith Brewing Company, Miramar

Free Events

Mixed Sounds at Mixed Grounds Coffee

An intimate live music showcase featuring independent artists and musicians at Mixed Grounds North Park — every second Friday of the month.

Friday, August 14, 2026 · Mixed Grounds, North Park

Free Open Mic Comedy Night at Mad House

Watch careers start and dreams die five minutes at a time at Mad House's free weekly open mic comedy night.

Monday, August 17, 2026 8:00 PM · Mad House Comedy Club, 801 4th Ave, Gaslamp Quarter

Free Third Thursday at MCASD

MCASD opens its doors for free on the third Thursday of each month, with special programming and public tours.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 11:00 AM · Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Taste of Diversity – Downtown San Diego Partnership

Civic Center Plaza comes alive with live cultural performances, international food vendors, handcrafted art, and unique goods celebrating community and connection — free event.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 11:00 AM · Civic Center Plaza, 1200 Third Ave, San Diego

Outdoors & Active

Wellbeing Market at Seoul Glow Lab

A curated wellness vendor market featuring mini services and shopping perks at Seoul Glow Lab in Kearny Mesa.

Friday, August 14, 2026 12:00 PM · Seoul Glow Lab, Kearny Mesa

Truecare Cars & Coffee at Frontwave Arena

A community cars and coffee morning gathering hosted at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside — free to RSVP.

Sunday, August 23, 2026 · Frontwave Arena, Oceanside