25 Things to Do in San Diego This Week · August 27–30, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Miss Mary Release Party at The Banshee Bar

Celebrate Vivi's birthday and the drop of her single Miss Mary with open DJ night — bring a USB.

Friday, August 28, 2026 8:00 PM · The Banshee Bar, San Diego

House Music Fridays at AC Lounge

Deep sexy house music with DJs Matthew Brian and weekly guest DJs at the Air Conditioned Lounge.

Friday, August 28, 2026 9:00 PM · Air Conditioned Lounge, 4673 30th Street, San Diego

My Chemical Romance

The iconic rock band plays Petco Park in a massive Sunday night stadium show.

Sunday, August 30, 2026 6:00 PM · Petco Park, San Diego

Crimeapple Live at Soda Bar

Underground hip-hop heavyweight Crimeapple headlines at Soda Bar with local independent talent.

Sunday, September 6, 2026 · Soda Bar, San Diego

Arts & Culture

Carnaval of New Latinx Musicals

The Latinx Theatre Commons brings a celebration of new Latinx musicals to San Diego in August 2026.

Friday, August 28, 2026 · San Diego

Radio 47 at Mockingbird Improv

Mockingbird Improv performs Radio 47, a live improv comedy show at Liberty Station.

Friday, August 28, 2026 7:00 PM · Mockingbird Improv, Liberty Station, San Diego

Write About Now Poetry Live in San Diego ft. Grammy-nominated Shawn William

A live poetry show featuring Grammy-nominated Shawn William at the Handlery Hotel San Diego.

Friday, August 28, 2026 7:30 PM · Handlery Hotel San Diego

Festivals & Special Events

Super Girl Surf Festival

The 20th anniversary of the free Super Girl Surf Festival features world-class women's surfing, concerts including B.O.B., Iration, and Hippie Sabotage, wellness classes, and beachside festival energy at Oceanside Pier.

Friday, August 28, 2026 9:00 AM · Oceanside Pier, Oceanside

KPBS San Diego Book Festival

The second annual KPBS San Diego Book Festival brings 60+ award-winning authors for panels, signings, and the 2026 One Book announcement, with a kids' stage featuring Daniel Tiger and Arthur.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 · San Diego

Figure 8 Night Market

Over 50 vintage and trinket vendors, free admission, and a live DJ set at this beloved North Park night market.

Friday, September 4, 2026 5:00 PM · 3366 Adams Avenue, San Diego

Sports

San Diego Wave FC vs. Louisville – Fan Appreciation Night

San Diego Wave FC hosts Louisville at Snapdragon Stadium on Fan Appreciation Night with a surf shirt giveaway.

Friday, August 28, 2026 7:00 PM · Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego

San Diego FC vs. LA Galaxy

San Diego FC hosts rival LA Galaxy at Snapdragon Stadium for a rivalry showdown presented by Modelo.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 7:30 PM · Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego

Food & Drink

Goop Kitchen San Diego Opening

Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop Kitchen opens its first dine-in restaurant at One Paseo in Carmel Valley, debuting a gluten-free wellness-focused menu.

Monday, August 31, 2026 · One Paseo, Carmel Valley, San Diego

Chef's Dinner: The Study of Corn at The Kitchen at MCASD

An intimate chef's dinner exploring corn as culinary subject at The Kitchen inside MCASD.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 · The Kitchen at MCASD, La Jolla

Valle de Guadalupe Wine + Food Daycation

Club Tengo Hambre hosts a full-day daycation to Valle de Guadalupe with Tijuana tacos, two family-owned winery tastings, and more — only 6 spots remain.

Saturday, September 5, 2026 · San Diego (departs) → Valle de Guadalupe, Baja California

High Tide Dinner with Chef Pancho Ibáñez at Kiku Room

The final High Tide of 2026 features Executive Chef Pancho Ibáñez (Pujol alum) in a waterfront supper club setting at Kiku Room.

Sunday, September 6, 2026 · Kiku Room, San Diego

Outdoors & Active

Headstand Workshop at Palisades Park

An outdoor yoga workshop focused on headstand alignment and technique at Palisades Park above Law St Beach.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 · Palisades Park, Pacific Beach, San Diego

Pony Yoga at The Oasis San Diego

Yoga class followed by hangout time with cute ponies, one glass of prosecco or mimosa, and optional permanent jewelry upgrade — only 30 tickets available.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 · The Oasis, Pacific Beach, San Diego

Sunday Run Club Mega Meetup – Multiple Clubs

San Diego run clubs unite for a massive group morning run on August 30, hosted at Fit Social — all paces welcome.

Sunday, August 30, 2026 · Fit Social, San Diego

Surfers Youth Rugby Camp

The San Diego Surfers host a youth rugby camp at Ocean Beach Athletic Area, Robb Field.

Saturday, September 5, 2026 · Ocean Beach Athletic Area, Robb Field, San Diego

Date Night

Natsu Nights at the Japanese Friendship Garden

Balboa Park's Japanese Friendship Garden stays open late for Natsu Nights — a themed night market series with rotating vendors and winding garden pathways after dark.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 · Japanese Friendship Garden, Balboa Park, San Diego

Salsa & Bachata Night at Moonshine Beach

Majesty in Motion hosts a salsa and bachata social with a beginner lesson at 4:30 PM and DJ Molyon spinning all night.

Sunday, September 6, 2026 4:30 PM · Moonshine Beach, 1165 Garnet Ave, Pacific Beach, San Diego

Free Events

Pacific Beach Run Club Annual Beach Party

PBRC's annual beach party with free pizza from Sandbox SD, drinks, raffles, spikeball, and three courts of volleyball.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 · Pacific Beach, San Diego

Family-Friendly

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure at Fleet Science Center

An IMAX film following otter pup Finn on Vancouver Island's rugged coast, screening on San Diego's only IMAX Giant Dome Theater through August 31.

Sunday, August 30, 2026 · Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park, San Diego

Girls Chess Beginner Class at Tavern PB

Women's beginner chess class at Tavern at the Beach in Pacific Beach — learn chess, meet new people, and build confidence.

Sunday, August 30, 2026 12:00 PM · Tavern at the Beach, Pacific Beach, San Diego