Things To Do in San Diego This Weekend
Check out this week’s Things to Do in San Diego this weekend and make your plans!
We are packed with exciting ways to celebrate the weekend, from community festivals and farm-to-table experiences to unforgettable nights supporting local causes. Sip, dance, and explore your way through standout events like Lions, Tigers & Bears’ Country Gala, Harvest for Heroes at Fox Point Farms, and the always-vibrant Fiesta del Sol.
If that’s not enough…there’s plenty more below. Have a great weekend!
This Weekend’s Top Picks – Week of May 28
Top Concerts in San Diego This Week
This week is an exciting mix of global hits, dance music, reality TV stars, and nostalgic singalongs. From Pitbull’s party anthems and Mau P’s infectious house beats to Natalie Nunn’s live appearance and Yacht Rock Revue’s feel-good classics, there’s something for every kind of fan.
The Craving
The Craving is your source for the latest menu updates, new cocktail programs, happy hours, and special offers from San Diego’s best restaurants and bars.
Rooftop Cinema Club Has the Perfect Lineup to Kick Off Summer
Movie nights get a major upgrade this May with over 80 films, themed events, and skyline views in Little Italy. From fan-favorite classics to sing-alongs, dog-friendly screenings, and special nights, this open-air cinema experience delivers the perfect mix of entertainment, atmosphere, and rooftop vibes.
Thursday
Pull Up a Seat at the Vintners Table for an Unforgettable Wine Experience
Gather around for an intimate evening where local winemakers share their craft over a thoughtfully curated, multi-course meal. Savor expertly paired wines, seasonal dishes, and rich storytelling in a warm, vineyard setting.
Organica: Flora to Fauna Opens at the Granger Hotel
The Granger Hotel has a new exhibition worth seeking out. Organica: Flora to Fauna brings together fourteen regional artists from Southern California and across the border, curated by Jennifer Findley, Director of Arts and Culture at Oram Hotels and founder of JFiN Collective.
SeaWorld’s Summer Spectacular is Here
A nightly drone show, a new Shark Encounter exhibit, reimagined animal experiences, and live concerts every Saturday through late August – SeaWorld San Diego is stacking the lineup this summer. Plenty of reasons to go more than once.
Friday
Free Hip Hop Night is Hitting the Streets of North City
San Marcos is throwing a street party, and it’s completely free. North City’s “Dancing in the Street” series returns with live hip hop performances, a guided dance class, open dancing, a DJ, farmers market, and food and drinks from local eateries. All ages, all experience levels, all welcome.
The Nat After Dark
Every Friday night, the San Diego Natural History Museum stays open late for Nat at Night. Five floors of exhibits, rooftop drinks, small bites from Wolf in the Woods, tacos from The Craft Taco, and admission that drops to half price after 5 PM. Science has never looked this good.
The Catalina Wine Mixer is the Perfect Excuse to Spend a Weekend on the Island
Escape to a sun-soaked beach party where fine wines, live music, and nonstop energy take over the shoreline. Sip curated tastings, dance to top DJs, and soak in oceanfront vibes at Descanso Beach Club. It’s a high-energy island celebration blending music, flavor, and coastal fun.
SeaWorld San Diego Is Lighting Up the Night Sky This Summer
SeaWorld’s new nightly drone show, Ocean of Dreams, sends 600 synchronized drones into the sky for a 12-minute aerial display of sea creatures and neon light formations. It’s California’s first nightly drone show, and it runs all summer alongside a new Shark Encounter exhibit and live concerts.
Grand Social is Back at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s outdoor music series runs every Friday and Saturday this summer. Live performances across three levels with bocce courts, wood-fired dishes, handcrafted cocktails, and private fire pit cabanas. May kicks off with Yacht Rock, Americana, Cuban Latin, and a 90s night.
Saturday
Feel the Rhythm & Soak Up the Sun at Fiesta del Sol
Kick off summer at this free, beachside celebration filled with live music, local art, delicious food, and family-friendly fun. Dance to nonstop performances, browse unique vendors, and enjoy oceanfront vibes.
Go Wild for a Cause at Lions, Tigers & Bears’ Country Gala
Step into a one-of-a-kind countryside celebration where live entertainment, gourmet dining, and exciting auctions come together for a meaningful cause. Enjoy up-close moments with rescued animals while supporting their care and protection.
See How Contemporary Ballet Gets Made – Live Onstage
The Rosin Box Project pulls back the curtain with Incubator Lab: The Making, Magnified – three nights at the Light Box Theater at Liberty Station where dancers workshop new choreography in real time, right in front of the audience. It’s contemporary ballet at its most raw and unfiltered.
Movies on Del Beach is Back and the 2026 Lineup is Massive
There’s something about watching a movie on the beach that just hits differently. The sound of the ocean in the background, a cool breeze rolling in off the water, and a great film lighting up the screen – it’s the kind of night that stays with you. Movies on Del Beach is back with a packed schedule, and the lineup covers pretty much every mood you could be in.
Sunday
Good Food and a Great Cause at Harvest for Heroes
Fox Point Farms and Dija Mara – Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient and James Beard semifinalist – are teaming up with Shelter to Soldier for a free community fundraiser supporting veterans and shelter dogs. Local vendors, fresh farm bites, and Balinese-inspired food from Dija Mara.
San Diego Museum of Art is Celebrating 100 Years With its Most Ambitious Exhibition Yet
One hundred years in, and the San Diego Museum of Art is putting it all on the table. Forging a Legacy: 15 Years of Landmark Acquisitions is the museum’s centennial exhibition, and it’s exactly what it sounds like – a deep dive into some of the most significant works added to the collection over the past decade and a half.
Step Into Stillness at Kate Tova’s Immersive Art Exhibition
Slow down and explore a deeply personal, visually striking exhibition that reflects on burnout, rest, and renewal. Wander through immersive galleries filled with dreamlike landscapes and dynamic works that invite reflection, healing, and pause – offering a rare moment to reconnect with yourself in today’s fast-paced world.
Great Things To Do in San Diego
Restaurants and Bars With the Best Outdoor Patios in San Diego
We asked our Instagram fam to tell us your favorite patios for outdoor dining, drinks, and relaxing in the fresh San Diego air. Here’s what you said.
North Park San Diego: The Complete Neighborhood Guide
This is the locals’ guide to North Park in 2026: what just opened, where to eat, where to drink, where to grab coffee, and how to spend an actual day here. We update it every month because North Park moves that fast.
Your 2026 Guide to San Diego’s Best Bars
We’re rounding up the best bars in San Diego right now, from laid-back neighborhood gems to standout cocktail spots. These are the places we keep coming back to in 2026.
Sip Local: Discover San Diego’s Hidden Wine Scene
Think you need Napa for great wine? Think again. San Diego is home to over 150 wineries, from urban tasting rooms to scenic vineyards. This guide highlights standout spots pouring everything from bold reds to crisp whites – perfect for a laid-back day of sipping, exploring, and discovering local favorites.
The Best Rooftop Bars in San Diego Right Now
From the classics that define the category to a few lesser-known spots that reward the people who know where to look, these are the San Diego rooftop bars worth planning a night around in 2026.
11 of the Best Hikes in San Diego…Most Within 15 Minutes of Your Door!
Ready to hit the trail without the long drive? These San Diego hikes are all close to home and packed with scenic views. From coastal paths to canyon climbs, it’s an easy way to get outside and reset.
Upcoming San Diego Events Worth Knowing About
Rooftop Pilates and a Mimosa at Andaz San Diego
Ethereal Balance is taking their mat class to the Andaz rooftop, followed by breakfast bites, a mimosa, and local vendor pop-ups. The ticket covers the class, a drink, a lite bite, and 20% off additional food.
Anchored in Wellness Festival Returns to Liberty Station
Liberty Station’s Anchored in Wellness Festival is back for its third year, bringing a full day of movement, mindfulness, and feel-good energy to Ingram Plaza. This annual celebration highlights Liberty Station as one of San Diego’s go-to wellness destinations, where community, connection, and longevity take center stage.
North Park Music Fest is Back With 30+ Live Acts
North Park has always had one of the best music scenes in San Diego, and once a year it turns the whole neighborhood into one giant stage. North Park Music Fest is back for 2026, spreading more than 30 live acts across the venues, bars, and spots that make this neighborhood what it is.
Good Food, Good Vibes, and a Great Cause: WILDCOAST’s Baja Bash Returns
There’s something genuinely special about an event that combines an all-star chef lineup, ocean views, mariachis, and a mission worth rallying around. WILDCOAST’s 14th annual Baja Bash checks every one of those boxes – and then some.
The Inaugural Field of Dreamz Festival at Petco Park
An inaugural festival at one of the best outdoor venues in the country, curated by one of San Diego’s most beloved bands. This one is going to be a moment.
Taste of Little Italy is Coming Back
A two-night celebration of one of the city’s best dining neighborhoods, where the only real decision is which direction to head first. Whether you’re a Little Italy regular or someone who’s been meaning to explore the area more, this is a great excuse to finally do it right.
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