23 Things to Do in San Diego This Week · May 7–10, 2026

Free Events

Figure 8 Night Market – Taurus Edition

Free outdoor night market on Adams Avenue with vintage vendors, handmade goods, ceramics, and a live DJ spinning all night.

Friday, May 8, 2026 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM · 3366 Adams Avenue, San Diego

San Diego Chess & Social at SeaWorld After Hours

San Diego Chess & Social takes over SeaWorld after hours for chess, Uno, backgammon, and more — no experience needed.

Friday, May 15, 2026 · SeaWorld San Diego

A Day at the Park – Port of San Diego Multicultural Celebration

A free multicultural celebration at the Barrio Logan Bayfront with live music, cultural performances, and local vendors along the bay.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Barrio Logan Bayfront, San Diego

Festivals & Special Events

Daygo Night Market – Cinco de Mayo by the Bay

Night market at Chula Vista Bayfront Park celebrating Cinco de Mayo with curated vendors, music, and a free family-friendly atmosphere.

Friday, May 8, 2026 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM · Chula Vista Bayfront Park, Chula Vista

Balboa Park Pow Wow – 38th Annual

The 38th Annual Balboa Park Pow Wow, organized by the San Diego American Indian Health Center, returns as one of the park's most meaningful cultural celebrations.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Balboa Park, San Diego

Viva La Música at SeaWorld San Diego

SeaWorld's Viva La Música festival celebrates Latin culture with live concerts, authentic cuisine, and cultural entertainment throughout the park.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · SeaWorld San Diego

Music & Nightlife

Baby Keem at SOMA

Pgone rapper Baby Keem performs live at SOMA San Diego.

Friday, May 8, 2026 8:30 PM · SOMA San Diego

The Avett Brothers & Mike Patton at The Rady Shell

The Avett Brothers and Mike Patton perform live at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park for a night by the bay.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:30 PM · The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, San Diego

P!nk at Petco Park

Pop superstar P!nk brings her high-energy stadium show to Petco Park for one night only.

Friday, May 15, 2026 8:00 PM · Petco Park, San Diego

Family-Friendly

MCASD Free Second Sunday + Play Day: Giants

Free second Sunday at MCASD with a Play Day inspired by the Giants: Art from The Dean Collection exhibition — perfect for families and kids.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 11:00 AM · Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, La Jolla

Picture Day with Mom at Ramona Grasslands

Free Mother's Day family outing at Ramona Grasslands County Preserve with a scenic hike and nature discovery table — RSVP for a family photo session.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Ramona Grasslands County Preserve, 17278 Highland Valley Rd, Ramona

Mad House Comedy – Mother's Day Show

The World Famous Mad House Comedy Club hosts a special Mother's Day comedy showcase in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 8:00 PM · Mad House Comedy Club, 801 4th Ave, San Diego

Sports

San Diego FC vs. Austin FC

San Diego FC hosts Austin FC at Snapdragon Stadium in a midweek MLS regular season home match presented by Harmony Academy.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 6:30 PM · Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego

San Diego Wave FC vs. Washington – AANHPI Night

San Diego Wave FC hosts Washington at Snapdragon Stadium for AANHPI Night, with an Aloha Shirt giveaway for fans.

Friday, May 15, 2026 7:00 PM · Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego

San Diego Strike Force vs. Northern Arizona Wranglers

The San Diego Strike Force host the Northern Arizona Wranglers at Frontwave Arena for an IFL home game.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 7:00 PM · Frontwave Arena, Oceanside

Date Night

Candlelight: Tribute to Drake

A multi-sensory candlelit concert experience featuring live musicians performing a tribute to Drake's most iconic tracks.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · San Diego

Vino Carta Pour Toi – Olivier DB with Bandit

Olivier DB returns to Vino Carta for 'Pour Toi,' a new concept night pairing music and wine starting at 7pm with Bandit as the first guest.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 7:00 PM · Vino Carta Wine Shop and Bar, San Diego

Sofar Sounds San Diego at The Bakery

Intimate surprise live music showcase at The Bakery in San Diego — artists are revealed at the door for a one-of-a-kind close-up experience.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · The Bakery, San Diego

Arts & Culture

Digital Gym Cinema: MEMORIA Anniversary Screening

Digital Gym Cinema celebrates its 4th anniversary with a screening of Apichatpong Weerasethakul's mysterious MEMORIA at UCSD Park & Market.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 7:00 PM · UCSD Park & Market, San Diego

Maria Bamford at Mic Drop Comedy

Stand-up comedy legend Maria Bamford performs multiple nights at Mic Drop Comedy San Diego in a special event run.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 7:00 PM · Mic Drop Comedy, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego

Outdoors & Active

Fit Social 1-Year Anniversary: Sweat Social

Celebrate one year of Fit Social with a 5K run with Road Runner Sports, a HIIT class, and a social wellness recovery experience by the beach in Mission Beach.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Fit Social at Belmont Park, Mission Beach

Yoga Deck Arm Balance Workshop: Flight & Foundation

A 90-minute arm balance workshop at Yoga Deck in Bankers Hill exploring alignment, core integration, and the courage to tip forward with instructor @__mknv.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 12:30 PM · Yoga Deck, Bankers Hill, San Diego

Food & Drink

Mixed Grounds Vietnamese Coffee & Culture Pop-Up

Mother's Day pop-up at Mixed Grounds North Park featuring Vietnamese bites, coffee, and live music — grab a plastic stool and hang all day.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Mixed Grounds, North Park, San Diego