Sugarfish Opens in Little Italy
The cult-favorite LA-based sushi phenomenon opens its first San Diego location, bringing Nozawa-style omakase to Little Italy.
Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Little Italy, San Diego
Summer House Reunion Watch Party at PB AleHouse
PB AleHouse hosts themed watch parties for the Summer House Reunion with a drinking game, drink specials, and coastal bar energy — Part 1 of 3.
Monday, May 26, 2026 · Pacific Beach AleHouse, Pacific Beach
MCASD x Future is Color Presents: Jazz Night
A free jazz night at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, presented in partnership with Future is Color.
Thursday, May 21, 2026 5:30 PM · Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, La Jolla
Disco S!ut at EQ San Diego
A high-gloss disco and funk dance night featuring DJs Kace Hurta Disco8 and Ramiro at EQ San Diego — dress bold and bring energy.
Saturday, May 23, 2026 · EQ San Diego
Nat at Night (Friday Night at The Nat)
The San Diego Natural History Museum stays open late every Friday with five floors of exhibits, rooftop drinks, small bites, tacos, and half-price admission after 5 PM.
Friday, May 22, 2026 5:00 PM · San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park
The Blank Table Immersive Dining Experience
A 5-course curated dinner with cocktail pairings, live trumpet performance by Bill Caballero, and dessert by Great American Baking Show winner Mackenzie Rubish — a multi-sensory experiential dining journey.
Thursday, May 28, 2026 · San Diego (venue revealed upon ticket purchase)
Telenovela Improv at Mockingbird Improv
Mockingbird Improv performs a hilarious telenovela-themed improv comedy show at Liberty Station.
Friday, May 22, 2026 8:30 PM · Mockingbird Improv, Liberty Station
W. Kamau Bell at Mic Drop Comedy
Comedian and Emmy-winning documentarian W. Kamau Bell brings his stand-up to Mic Drop Comedy for a weekend run of special event shows.
Saturday, May 23, 2026 7:00 PM · Mic Drop Comedy, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego
Jawbreaker Screening at Digital Gym Cinema
Digital Gym Cinema's May staff pick: Darren Stein's mean-girl cult classic Jawbreaker starring Rose McGowan screens for one night only — tickets moving fast.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 7:00 PM · Digital Gym Cinema, San Diego
Mivos Quartet at ArtPower
Mivos Quartet performs the complete string quartets of Steve Reich with brand-new pre-recorded quartet parts and remastered field recordings at UC San Diego.
Friday, May 29, 2026 · UC San Diego, La Jolla
Wellness Party Bus
San Diego's first-ever Wellness Party Bus hits coffee at Porchlight, pilates + sculpt at Activate House, and contrast therapy at The Studio by Catalyst — mocktails, wellness vendors, and nourishing bites included.
Saturday, May 23, 2026 · San Diego (mobile route)
Pilates & Prosecco at The Oasis
A Sunday morning Pilates class followed by prosecco at The Oasis in Pacific Beach.
Sunday, May 24, 2026 10:00 AM · The Oasis, Pacific Beach
Rock 'n' Roll San Diego Half & Full Marathon
The iconic Rock 'n' Roll San Diego Half and Full Marathon returns, with run clubs across the city training and racing together through downtown San Diego.
Sunday, May 31, 2026 · Downtown San Diego
San Diego Padres vs. Philadelphia Phillies
The San Diego Padres host the Philadelphia Phillies at Petco Park for a Memorial Day weekend home series.
Sunday, May 24, 2026 · Petco Park, San Diego
San Diego Wave FC vs. Orlando
San Diego Wave FC hosts Orlando at Snapdragon Stadium for a Sunday afternoon NWSL home match — Star Wars ticket packs available.
Sunday, May 24, 2026 4:00 PM · Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego
Memorial Day Ceremony at Mt. Soledad
A free, solemn Memorial Day ceremony at the Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial in La Jolla — one of the most moving tributes in San Diego.
Monday, May 25, 2026 11:00 AM · 6905 La Jolla Scenic Drive South, La Jolla
Festivals & Special Events
Vino Carta 10-Year Anniversary Block Party
Beloved Little Italy wine bar Vino Carta celebrates 10 years with an open-air block party on the corner of Ivy & Columbia — live music, wine, and the whole community.
Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Corner of Ivy & Columbia, Little Italy, San Diego
Poway Spring Festival
Always free to attend, the Poway Spring Festival features hundreds of vendors, food trucks, kids' activities, and live entertainment along Midland Road.
Sunday, May 31, 2026 9:00 AM · Midland Road, between Poway Rd & Hilleary Pl, Poway