June PlanAhead: Your San Diego events calendar

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Welcome to June, San Diego. Sure, some days might be a little gloomy but we know summer is around the corner — and there’s just so much fun to be had across our county. This month brings the return of Summer Movies in the Park, the San Diego County Fair (and those Grandstand Concerts), and lots of outdoor entertainment. We’re also looking forward to food events, arts + culture, and our city’s first-ever SD Beer Weekend. Start making those plans and enjoy every second in America’s Finest City. 🏝️

All Month Long

  • Monday Night Trivia | Mondays | 6-8 p.m. | Little Italy Food Hall | Free | Test your knowledge of random facts — first place wins a gift card to LIFH. ❓
  • SD Tap Room Trivia | Mondays | 8-10 p.m. | 1269 Garnet Ave., Pacific Beach | Free | Assemble your team + test your knowledge. It’s also “Burger Mondays.”🍔
  • Pacific Beach Farmers Market | Tuesdays | 2-6 p.m. | 901 Hornblend St. | Free | Fresh food, art + ocean air are calling. 🥝
  • Escondido Farmers Market | Tuesdays | 2:30 p.m.-6 p.m. | Heritage Garden Park, between Grand Avenue + Juniper Street | Free | Buy small, local, and fresh at this weekly North County market. 🍏
  • Double Peak Brewing Co. Trivia | Tuesdays | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 1801 Diamond St. Ste. 101, San Marcos | Free | Answer questions, grab a pint, and win prizes. 🍺
  • Guided Nature Walk | Wednesdays | 9:30-11 a.m. | Mission Trails Regional Park | Free | Meet at the Visitor Center for a morning trek on the trails. 🥾
  • Wine & Paint at the C | Wednesdays + Saturdays | 6-8 p.m. | Emerald C Gallery | $48 | Learn from artists + create your own masterpiece, with unlimited drinks. 🍷
  • South Bay Farmers Market | Wednesdays | 3-7 p.m. | Chula Vista Golf Course parking lot | Free | A gathering of South Bay vendors offering fresh, local goodies. 🥭
  • Little Italy Mercato | Wednesdays + Saturdays | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. + 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | West Date Street, Little Italy | Free | This al fresco market spans six blocks — from west of Kettner Boulevard to Front Street — lined with local vendors + artisans. 🥕
  • OB Farmers Market | Wednesdays | 4-8 p.m. | 4900 block of Newport Avenue, between Bacon + Cable streets | Free | This eclectic, beachside market has been running for 30 years and is a prime spot to grab produce, honey, kombucha, flowers + more. 💐
  • Santee Farmers Market | Wednesdays | 3-7 p.m. | Corner of Mast + Carlton Hills boulevards | Free | Locally-grown fruits + veggies, baked goods, hummus, flowers, candles + more at this East County gathering. 🍎
  • The Jam Session | Wednesdays | 7-10:30 p.m. | Copley Auditorium, Balboa Park | Free | Get outside for some Latin-jazz presented by Gilbert Castellanos. 🎺
  • Kids Happy Hour | Thursdays (through Aug. 25) | 3-5 p.m. | One Paseo | Free | Bring the kids for some family-friendly entertainment — think puppets, balloons, bubbles, storytelling + more. 🎈
  • North Park Farmers’ Market | Thursdays | 3-7:30 p.m. | North Park Main Street, 3939 Iowa St. | Browse through local vendor tents offering fresh produce, flowers, baked goods and apparel. 🥑
  • Lemon Grove Farmers Market | Thursdays | 3:30-6:30 p.m. | 2885 Lemon Grove Ave. | Free | An East County gathering highlighting locally-grown produce. 🍋
  • Oceanside Sunset Market | Thursdays | 5-9 p.m. | Pier View Way, downtown Oceanside | Free | 200+ vendors span four city blocks for this weekly food + live music gathering in the North County. 🍐
  • Little Miss Brewing Trivia Night | Thursdays | 7:30 p.m. | Little Miss Brewing in La Mesa, Lakeside, Normal Heights, Escondido or Poway | $10 | Make a team, answer questions, win prizes. Each week is a new theme — check its Instagram for details.
  • La Mesa Certified Farmers Market | Fridays | 3-7 p.m. | La Mesa Village | Free | Peruse through local produce, flowers + other goodies in the heart of this East County community. 🍇
  • Flamingo Fridays | Fridays | 7-10 p.m. | Little Italy Food Hall | Free | Enjoy live music on the Piazza della Famiglia and food + drink deals from select LIFH vendors. 🦩
  • Summer Moonlight Cinema | Fridays + Saturdays (through July 30) | 7-9 p.m. | One Paseo | Free | Enjoy a movie under the stars on the lawn behind Harland Brewing Company — bring blankets + chairs. 🎬
  • Kobey’s Swap Meet | Fridays-Sundays | 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. | $1 or $2 | “A pair of socks, a pair of shoes…” (if you know, you know) — the open air shopping hub offering clothing, sneakers + other goodies goes down in the Midway District. 🛍️
  • Poway Farmers Market | Saturdays | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Old Poway Park | 65+ vendors offer their finest produce and made-to-order food — usually alongside live music. 🍓
  • Del Mar Farmers Market | Saturdays | 1-4 p.m. | Civic Center, 1050 Camino Del Mar (lower outdoor parking lot) | Free | Fresh veggies, fruit, eggs, potted herbs, seafood, cheese + more. 🫑
  • Lane Field Park Market | Saturdays + Sundays | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Lane Field Park | Free | Enjoy live music, craft stalls + local street food vendors. ☀️
  • Old Town Harney Street Market | Saturdays + Sundays | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Harney Street in Old Town State Historic Park | Free | Browse local produce + handmade art, jewelry + apparel near the historic landmark. 🌽
  • Santee Swap Meet | Saturdays + Sundays | 6 a.m.-1 p.m. | 10990 N. Woodside Ave. | $1 or $2 (cash only) | Explore the flea market in the East County — if you’re a super bargain hunter, early bird entry starts at 5:15 a.m. and costs $5. 🛍️
  • Spring Valley Swap Meet | Saturdays + Sundays | 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | 6377 Quarry Rd. | $1 (cash only) | Browse through dozens upon dozens of vendors offering great deals. 🛍️
  • Hillcrest Farmers Market | Sundays | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Normal Street, Hillcrest | Free | More than 175 vendors showcase locally-grown produce, gifts, arts + crafts, flowers, clothing + more at this weekly Uptown staple. 🥬
  • Leucadia Farmers Market | Sundays | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Paul Ecke Elementary School, Encinitas | A little North County coastal air + produce, flowers, baked goods + food vendors. 🍊
  • Solana Beach Certified Farmers Market | Sundays | 12-4 p.m. | 444 S. Cedros Ave. | Free | Produce, specialty products, plants, pastries + more in the North County. 🍍
  • Cars + Coffee | Sundays | 8-11 a.m. | Kit Carson Park, Escondido | Rev your engines, get your caffeine, and bring your family + pets. 🚗
  • Third Avenue Village Market | Sundays | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Park Way between Third + Fourth avenues | Free | Buy fresh food from 50+ community vendors. 🧄
  • Vegan Food Popup | Sundays | 12-4 p.m. | 459 S. Coast Highway 101 | Free | Explore plant-based dishes at this family + pet friendly market in Encinitas. 🥦
  • Forbidden Broadway’s Greatest Hits” | Now-Sun., May 22 | North Coast Repertory Theatre | $58+ | Celebrate Broadway legends with this show directed by Gerard Alessandrini. 🎭
  • Viva La Música | Weekends | SeaWorld San Diego | Free with park admission | Celebrate Latin music, food + the Zócalo performance area featuring local acts. 🎶
  • San Diego County Fair | Wed., June 8-Mon., July 4 (excluding all Mondays + Tuesdays other than July 4) | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $12+ | The annual tradition returns with a “Heroes Re-Unite” theme. 🎡
  • Spreckels Organ Pavilion Sunday Concert | Sundays | 2 p.m. | Spreckels Organ Pavilion at Balboa Park | Free | A weekly organ concert in the heart of the landmark. 🎼

Wednesday, June 1-Sunday, June 5

Wednesday, June 1

  • Clueless” | Wed., June 1 | 4:45 p.m. | Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero | $18.50+ | As if we wouldn’t tell you about this one: Rewatch Cher + her super cool, rich friends navigate high school. 🎬
  • Culture Club | Wed., June 1 | 7:30 p.m. | Humphreys Concerts By the Bay | $130+ | Boy George + the “Karma Chameleon” singers perform a live show. 🎩
  • “Hadestown” | Now-Sun., June 5 | Showtimes vary | San Diego Civic Theatre | $55 | The Tony Award-winning musical from singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell + director Rachel Chavkin takes the stage. 🎭

Thursday, June 2

  • Walk in ART | Thurs., June 2 | 5-10 p.m. | Mural Alley in Hillcrest (between Fourth + Fifth avenues) | The monthly event returns with lively entertainment, art, food + music. 🎨
  • Salsa Under the Stars | Thurs., June 2 | 6-9 p.m. | Little Italy Food Hall | Free | The Manny Cepeda Orchestra plays live on the Piazza della Famiglia while you boogie — no experience or partner necessary. 💃
  • Coi Leray | Thurs., June 2 | 7 p.m. | The Observatory | $25+ | The rapper + singer performs live. 🎤
  • Book Signing: Michelle Black | Thurs., June 2 | 7:30 p.m. | Warwick’s in La Jolla | $18 (includes reserved seat + book) | The author discusses the new paperback edition of her book, “Sacrifice: The Green Berets, a Fateful Ambush, and a Gold Star Widow’s Fight for the Truth.” 📚
  • “It was 50 Years Ago Today” | Thurs., June 2 | 8 p.m. | Belly Up Tavern | $95+ | A Beatles tribute celebrating the albums “Rubber Soul” + “Revolver.” 🎸
  • Ghost Light Masquerade” | Thurs., June 2-Sun., June 5 | 8 p.m. | Bread & Salt | $60+ | The local contemporary ballet company, The Rosin Box Project, performs its haunting, immersive show featuring a series of mystical vignettes. 🩰
  • Herb Alpert + Lani Hall | Thurs., June 2 | 8 p.m. | Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay | $55+ | The talented trumpeter and his singing wife perform at the waterfront venue. 🎺

Friday, June 3

  • Stroll the Boulevard | Fri., June 3 | 5-9 p.m. | El Cajon Boulevard, from Illinois to Oregon streets | Free | The quarterly event highlights the small businesses along The Boulevard + also features live music, street vendors, food + fun for all. 🛍️
  • Meet Me at the Mingei: Hat Attack | Fri., June 3 | 5-8 p.m. | Mingei International Museum | $24 | Make a paper bag hat while sipping on a cocktail + vibing to live music. 👒
  • Raya and the Last Dragon” | Fri., June 3 | 5:30 p.m. | Silver Wing Neighborhood Park, 3737 Arey Dr. | Free | Bring the whole family to this Summer Movies in the Park gathering. 🐉
  • Stars at Mission Trails | Fri., June 3 | Dusk | Mission Trails Regional Park (Kumeyaay Lake Campground) | Free | Join the San Diego Astronomy Association for its monthly Star Party at the day use parking lot on the Santee side of the park. 🔭
  • Mini-Fest: Women in Jazz | Fri., June 3 + Sat., June 4 | 6 p.m. | The Alexandria, 10996 Torreyana Rd. | $85+ | Female jazz artists light up the Illumina Theatre — catch the sextet Artemis on Friday + Grammy nominee Thana Alexa on Saturday. 🎷
  • Duck Foot Brewing Comedy Night | Fri., June 3 | 7-9 p.m. | Duck Foot Brewing, Miramar | Free | A perfect combo: laughter + brews.
  • Jimmy O. Yang | Fri., June 3 | 7 + 9:30 p.m. | Balboa Theatre | $29+ | The writer and “Crazy Rich Asians” actor brings his stand-up act to downtown San Diego. 🎤
  • Jared Freid | Fri., June 3-Sun., June 5 | 7 + 9:30 p.m. | The Comedy Store | $25 | The comedian + podcast host comes to La Jolla for a live show. 🎤
  • “The Sound of Music” | Fri., June 3- Sun., June 5 | Times vary | St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Poway | $20 | Enjoy performances from Concord Theatricals with Rodgers + Hammerstein’s music. 🎶

Saturday, June 4

  • Poway Cruisers “In & Out Burger” Car Show | Sat., June 4 | 10:30-1:30 a.m. | Poway In-N-Out, 12890 Gregg Ct. | Free | Check out classic cars at this event hosted by Poway Cruisers. 🚗
  • Dog Days of Summer: Mega Pet Adoption | Sat., June 4 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Grossmont Center Courtyard | Free | Head to the East County mall to connect with 20+ animal rescue organizations and hundreds of adoptable pets. 🐶
  • Amps & Ales | Sat., June 4 | 12 p.m. | Third Avenue | $50+ | Chula Vista’s live music + craft beverage festival returns with beer, wines, and spirits. 🍺
  • Crafting Feminism: Textiles of the Women’s Movement” | Sat., June 4 | 12-4 p.m. | Joe and Vi Jacobs Center, 404 Euclid Ave. | Free | The Women’s Museum of California celebrates the grand opening of its new educational space + its newest exhibit. 🧶
  • Sips + Solder: A Stacking Ring Workshop | Sat., June 4 | 1-4 p.m. | La Mesa Wine Works, 8167 Center St. | $95 | Learn the art of making trendy rings while sipping on a wine flight. 🔨
  • Latinx Pride | Sat., June 4 | 3-8 p.m. | Mujeres Brew House, 1983 Julian Ave. | Free | Food, drinks, dancing + live performances. 🏳️‍🌈
  • QTAPI Week: AAPI Night | Sat., June 4 | 6-8 p.m. | Rich’s San Diego, 1051 University Ave. | Free | Celebrate the queer + trans AAPI community with mingling, snacks + dancing at the Hillcrest hotspot. 🏳️‍🌈
  • Live Music on the Piazza | Sat., June 4 | 7-10 p.m. | Little Italy Food Hall | Free | Local musicians take the floor in the heart of Little Italy. 🎶
  • Strike Force vs. Wranglers | Sat., June 4 | 7:05 p.m. | Pechanga Arena | $10+ | Our professional indoor football team takes on their Northern Arizona rivals. 🏈
  • Stephen Lynch | Sat., June 4 | 8 p.m. | The Observatory | $37.50 | The comedian + singer comes to North Park for “The Time Machine Tour.” 🎸
  • Rock ‘n’ Roll 5K | Sat., June 4 | 7 a.m. | Start Line at Presidents Way + Park Boulevard | $59 | Run through different neighborhoods and experience pop culture references while benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. 👟
  • Noche de The Smith y Morrissey | Sat., June 4 | 9 p.m.- 1:30 a.m. | $10 | Corazon Del Barrio, Barrio Logan | Throw back to new wave + post punk music with taco vendors and drinks. 🖤

Sunday, June 5

  • Pusha T | Sun., June 5 | 7 p.m. | The Observatory | $101+ | The rapper brings his rhymes to North Park. 🎤
  • Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon + Half Marathon | Sat., June 5 | Start Line at Sixth Avenue + Quince Street in Balboa Park | $129+ | Run through different neighborhoods and experience pop culture references while benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. 👟
  • Joe Jackson | Sun., June 5 | 8 p.m. | The Magnolia | $69.50+ | The English singer + songwriter performs his “Sing, You Sinners” tour. 🎤

Monday, June 6-Sunday, June 12

Monday, June 6

  • Yoga on the Waterfront | Mon., June 6 | 5-6 p.m. | Waterfront Park | Free | The County of San Diego Parks + Recreation Department offers this class with a view along the Embarcadero. ☯️
  • The Notebook” | Mon., June 6 | 5:30 p.m. | Rooftop Cinema Club | $18.50+ | Watch the epic love story of Allie + Noah under the stars on the fourth floor terrace of the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego. 💞
  • Cocktail Making + Dinner | Mon., June 6 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Slater’s 50/50 at Liberty Station | $60 | Learn to measure, shake, stir + pour two cocktails — and stay for dinner. 🍸
  • San Diego Padres vs. New York Mets | Mon., June 6 | 6:40 p.m. | Petco Park | $25+ | The Friars swing into this three-game series at home. ⚾

Tuesday, June 7

  • Open Mic Night | Tues., June 7 | 6-8 p.m. | Windmill Food Hall | Free | Live, local performers showcase their talents. 🎤
  • San Diego Padres vs. New York Mets | Tues., June 7 | 6:40 p.m. | Petco Park | $25+ | Another West Coast vs. East Coast moment. ⚾
  • STRFKR | Tues., June 7 | 7 p.m. | The Observatory | $108+ | The indie rock band from Portland comes to North Park. 🎸
  • Boz Scaggs | Tues., June 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay | $100+ | The singer + guitarist brings his “Out of the Blues” tour to town. 🎸

Wednesday, June 8

  • Curds + Suds | Wed., June 8 | 6-7 p.m. | Kensington Brewing Company | $50 | Venissimo Cheese leads this pairing event combining two of life’s greatest gifts: cheese + craft beer. 🧀
  • San Diego Padres vs. New York Mets | Wed., June 8 | 6:40 p.m. | Petco Park | $29.50+ | The first 35,000 fans get a sweet freebie: A Fernando Tatis Jr. brown + gold hat. 🧢
  • Wave FC vs. Thorns | Wed., June 8 | 7 p.m. | Torero Stadium | $27+ | Our National Women’s Soccer League team competes against their Portland rivals. ⚽
  • Jason Derulo | Wed., June 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $35+ | The singer performs at the Corona Grandstand Stage at the San Diego County Fair. 🎶
  • Singers wanted: San Diego Chorus Guest Open House | Wed., June 8 | 6:45-9:45 p.m. | Balboa Park: Casa del Prado, Room #207 | Free | The award-winning San Diego Chorus is seeking women and non-binary singers of all vocal parts to experience the joy of four-part a cappella harmony — RSVP to raise your voice with a talented community of musicians. 🎶*

Thursday, June 9

  • Prince Royce | Thurs., June 9 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $25+ | The bilingual singer headlines the big stage at the San Diego County Fair. 🎶
  • Jamie Kennedy | Thurs., June 9 | 8 p.m. | Laugh Factory | $25 | The experimental comedian performs live. 🎤
  • Stand-Up Comedy | Thurs., June 9 | 8 p.m. | Amplified Ales East Village | $15 | Riff City Comedy hosts a night of laughs headlined by Ryan O’Flanagan.
  • Pulp Fiction” | Thurs., June 9 | 10:15 p.m. | Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero | $18.50+ | The Quentin Tarantino cult classic, under the stars. 🎬

Friday, June 10

  • SD Beer Weekend | Fri., June 10-Sun., June 12 | Times vary | Participating craft breweries | Free | The San Diego Brewers Guild celebrates its 25th anniversary with commemorative glassware + special releases across lots of independent breweries. 🍺
  • San Diego Padres vs. Colorado Rockies | Fri., June 10 | 6:40 p.m. | Petco Park | $25+ | Party in the Park’s BeerFest goes down in Gallagher Square before the game (4:30-6:30 p.m.), with $5 beer specials + live music. 🍻
  • Shaggy | Fri., June 10 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $25+ | The “Bombastic” and “It Wasn’t Me” Jamaican-American singer headlines as part of the San Diego County Fair’s Summer Concerts Series. 🎤
  • Orny Adams | Fri., June 10-Sun., June 12 | 7 + 9:30 p.m. | The Comedy Store | $25 | The comedian seen on Comedy Central + Netflix comes to La Jolla for a live show. 🎤
  • Alyssa Edwards | Fri., June 10 | 8 p.m. | Balboa Theatre | $50+ | The glam entertainer presents “Life, Love & Lashes” — a tell-all production about her life, drag, and finding love. 💄
  • Jamie Kennedy | Fri., June 10 + Sat., June 11 | 8 + 10 p.m. | Laugh Factory | $25 | The experimental comedian performs live. 🎤
  • Chavorucos Tour: Adrian Uribe + Adal Ramones | Fri., June 10 | 9 p.m. | San Diego Civic Theatre | $45+ | Un gran show de comedia, monólogos, y sketches con el estilo único de este famoso par. 🎤
  • Donut Media Live | Fri., June 10 | 7 p.m. | The Magnolia | $27.50+ | The automotive content brand puts on a live show in El Cajon. 🍩
  • Cage Warriors | Fri., June 10 | 5:30-10 p.m. | Humphreys by the Bay | $60+ | The live UFC show brings eight fights. 👊

Saturday, June 11

  • Switchfoot BRO-AM | Sat., June 11 | 7 a.m.-5 p.m. | Moonlight Beach | Free | Enjoy a day of surf contests + music on the beach, including a performance by Switchfoot. 🏄‍♂️
  • Pride by the Beach | Sat., June 11 | 12-6 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside | Free | Music, mingling, dancing, drag shows, a pet contest + more. 🏖️
  • Toast of the Coast | Sat., June 11 | 1-4 p.m. | The Paddock at the San Diego County Fair | $30 | Calling all winos: General admission includes five 1-ounce pours and a commemorative tasting cup. 🍷
  • San Diego Padres vs. Colorado Rockies | Sat., June 11 | 1:10 p.m. + 7:10 p.m. | Petco Park | $27+ | Fans have two chances to catch a home game as the Friars host a double-header. ⚾
  • Uhuru Fest Yacht Cruise | Sat., June 11 | 3:30-8 p.m. | 1800 N. Harbor Dr. | $45+ | Hop aboard the Inspiration Yacht for an afternoon of afrobeats, DJs, and hip hop. ⛴️
  • Open House: San Diego Craft Collective | Sat., June 11 | 4-7 p.m. | 2590 Truxtun Rd. | Meet local crafters + artists and check out live demos, all in celebration of the National Day of Making. ✂️
  • The Princess Bride” | Sat., June 11 | 7 p.m. | Felicita County Park, Escondido | Free | Watch the classic fairy tale under the stars. 👑
  • 311 | Sat., June 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $20+ | The “Amber” band rocks the main stage at the San Diego County Fair. 🤘
  • Dean Lewis | Sat. June 11 | 7:30 p.m. | The Observatory | $25+ | The “Be Alright” singer performs at the North Park venue. 🎸
  • Stephen Marley | Sat., June 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay | $45 | The “Babylon By Bus” tour rolls into town — with special guests Hirie + Skip Marley. 🎶

Sunday, June 12

  • Stone SourFest | Sun., June 12 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Stone Brewing World Bistro + Gardens, Escondido | $55 | Sample beers from 20+ breweries, plus food to order and free entry for designated drivers. 🍺
  • Adventures in Archeology + Gold Panning | Sun., June 12 | 12-3 p.m. | Santa Ysabel Nature Center, 22135 SR-79 | Free | The County of San Diego Parks + Recreation Department hosts this educational event out in the far East County. 🪨
  • San Diego Padres vs. Colorado Rockies | Sun., June 12 | 1:10 p.m. | Petco Park | $25+ | It’s Military Appreciation Day at the ballpark, with a special salute to the US Army + Army National Guard. 🪖
  • Wave FC vs. O.L. Reign | Sun., June 12 | 2 p.m. | Torero Stadium | $27+ | Our National Women’s Soccer League team competes against their Seattle rivals. ⚽
  • High Tide Dinner | Sun., June 12-Tues., June 14 | 5 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. seatings | The Marine Room in La Jolla | $150 (for later seating) | The oceanfront restaurant opens for a few extra days this week — during a high tide event — for a prix-fixe dinner with an unforgettable view. 🌊
  • Intocable: Modus Operandi Tour | Sun., June 12 | 7 p.m. | Balboa Theatre | $49.50+ | El grupo Tejano regresa a San Diego por primera vez en cuatro años — y con canciones nuevas. 🎶
  • Los Tigres del Norte | Sun., June 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $25+ | The renowned Mexican band brings its norteño tunes to the San Diego County Fair. 🎸

Monday, June 13-Sunday, June 19

Monday, June 13

  • Playing with Fire | Mon., June 13 | 5:30 p.m. | The Lodge at Torrey Pines | $95 | Talented chefs prepare a curated menu over wood-burning fires, featuring guest chef Jojo Ruiz. 🔥
  • Broncho | Mon., June 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Cashbah | $20 | The indie rock band performs with Tchotchke + Giant Waste of Man. 🎸
  • Andrew Bird + Iron & Wine | Mon., June 13 | 7 p.m. | The Magnolia | $60.50+ | The indie-rock instrumentalist and singer performs live in El Cajon. 🎸

Tuesday, June 14

  • Women in Sports and Title X: Past, Present + Future | Tues., June 14 | 12-1 p.m. | Virtual, via Women’s Museum of California | Free | Allison Weatherford leads this edition of the museum’s lecture series, focusing on the history of the groundbreaking legislation and its impact on women + girls over the past 50 years. ⛳
  • Grease: Sing-Along” | Tues., June 14 | 5:30 p.m. | Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero | $18.50+ | You better shape up: Belt your heart out at this sing-along screening of the 1978 John Travolta + Olivia Newton-John classic. 🎶
  • Bottlecraft Beer Bingo | Tues., June 14 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Liberty Public Market (on the patio) | Free | Play the classic game (beer in hand, obvi) for a chance to win prizes. 🍺
  • Sheep, Goats + Hops | Tues., June 14 | 6-7 p.m. | Bottlecraft North Park | $50 | Sip four styles of craft beer expertly paired with four types of chevre + brebis. 🧀
  • Mary Chapin Carpenter | Tues., June 14 | 7 p.m. | The Magnolia | $45+ | The folk singer performs live in El Cajon. 🎸
  • Gov’t Mule | Tues., June 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay | $55 | The Southern rock jam band headlines this standing-room-only show. 🎸

Wednesday, June 15

  • Andrea Bocelli | Wed., June 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Pechanga Arena | $90+ | The world-renowned Italian tenor performs live. 🎼
  • Chris Isaak | Wed., June 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay | $88+ | The “Wicked Game” crooner headlines the waterfront venue. 🎤
  • For King & Country | Wed., June 15 | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $35+ | The pop duo headline the San Diego County Fair. 🎶

Thursday, June 16

  • Del Mar Summer Solstice | Thurs., June 16 | 5-8 p.m. | Powerhouse Park, Del Mar | $159 | Celebrate in the late sun with food, cocktails + island-inspired music. ☀️
  • Movies by the Pool: “Space Jam” | Thurs., June 16 | 7 p.m. | The Lafayette Hotel | Free | Watch the slam-dunk movie by the pool, RSVP required. 🏀
  • Chris Young | Thurs., June 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $20+ | Catch the country crooner at the Corona Grandstand Stage at the San Diego County Fair. 🎤
  • Dream, Ivory | Thurs., June 16 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues | $15 | The California-based indie pop band performs with P.H.F. 💭

Friday, June 17

  • Stars at West Sycamore | Fri., June 17 | Dusk | Mission Trails Regional Park (End of Stoneybridge Parkway) | Free | Join the San Diego Astronomy Association for an evening of stargazing at the Scripps Ranch side of the park. 🔭
  • Baby Shark Live! | Fri., June 17 | 6 p.m. | San Diego Civic Theatre | $29.50 | A dancing + singing spectacular for the little ones — and if the song is now stuck in your head again, please forgive us. 🦈
  • Salsa Under the Stars | Fri., June 17 | 6-9 p.m. | The Headquarters at Seaport (courtyard) | Free | Dance to live tunes by Manny Cepeda + his orchestra — no partner or experience necessary. 💃
  • Center for World Music | Fri., June 17 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | Mingei International Museum | $20 | An evening of flamenco music + dance with Lakshmi “La Chimi” Basile and her troupe. 💃
  • Happy 100th Birthday Judy | Fri., June 17 | 8 p.m. | Balboa Theatre | $50+ | Internet sensation Debbie Wileman brings all the razzle dazzle to this celebration of the showbiz icon. ✨
  • Cash’d Out with Graceband | Fri., June 17 | 9 p.m. | Belly Up Tavern | $32 | Celebrate the music of Johnny Cash with this tribute band. 🎸

Saturday, June 18

  • Switchfoot Bro AM Surf Competition | Sat., June 18 | 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Moonlight Beach, Encinitas | Free | Watch the next generation of surfers take on the waves — with live music + plenty of vendors. 🏄
  • San Diego International Beer Festival | Sat., June 18 | 1-4 p.m. + 4-7 p.m.; | Del Mar Arena at the San Diego County Fair | $60 | Nearly 200 breweries from around the world showcase their suds — general admission gets you a souvenir tasting cup, unlimited samples + same-day admission into the fair. 🍺
  • Barks and Brews | Sat., June 18 | 1-6p.m. | Waterfront Park | $20+ | Leash up your pup and enjoy brews, vendors, fun pet contests + more. 🐩
  • Taste of Gaslamp | Sat., June 18 | 1 p.m. | The Gaslamp Quarter | $30+ | Sample + sip your way through 20+ restaurants in the heart of downtown San Diego. 🥂
  • Musica de Corazón | Sat., June 18 | 7 p.m. | Balboa Theatre | $80+ | Música en vivo: Los Terricolas, MC Magic, Jay Roxxx + DJ Kane. 🎶
  • Luca” | Sat., June 18 | 7 p.m. | Lincoln Acres County Park, National City | Free | Watch the Disney flick under the stars as part of the region’s “Summer Movies in the Park” series. 🧜‍♂️
  • Strike Force vs. Panthers | Sat., June 18 | 7:05 p.m. | Pechanga Arena | $10+ | Our professional indoor football team takes on their Bay Area rivals. 🏈
  • Bob Dylan: Rough + Rowdy Ways Tour | Sat., June 18 | 8 p.m. | San Diego Civic Theatre | $118+ | The icon sings from his 39th studio album at this “phone-free” experience. 🎤
  • Sarah McLachlan | Sat., June 18 | 8 p.m. | Humphreys Concerts By the Bay | $111+ | The Grammy-winning Canadian singer performs a live show. 🎹
  • Keshi | Sat. June 18 | 7:30 p.m. | The Observatory | $149+ | The singer, songwriter + instrumentalist comes to the North Park venue. 🎵

Sunday, June 19

  • Father’s Day Car Show | Sun., June 19 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Belmont Park | Free | Music, cars + more at the beachfront attraction. 🚗
  • Father’s Day Brunch Cruise | Sun., June 19 | 10 a.m. + 2 p.m. | 990 North Harbor Dr. | $89.50 | Celebrate Dad on San Diego Bay with beer, food + live music. 🚢
  • San Diego International Beer Festival | Sun., June 19 |1-4 p.m. | Del Mar Arena at the San Diego County Fair | $60 | Nearly 200 breweries from around the world will showcase their suds — general admission gets you a souvenir tasting cup, unlimited samples + same-day admission into the fair. 🍺
  • Love & Basketball” | Sun., June 19 | 5:30 p.m. | Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero | $17.50+ | Part of the outdoor movie venue’s Juneteenth lineup: The love story of Monica + Quincy as they navigate life’s challenges. 🏀
  • Father’s Day Prime Rib Dinner | Sun., June 19 | 6:30-9 p.m. | 990 North Harbor Dr. | $84.50 | Celebrate Dad with steak, beer + a cruise around San Diego Bay. 🚢
  • Ramón Ayala | Sun., June 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $25+ | The Mexican singer-songwriter brings his signature norteño sounds to the San Diego County Fair. 🎶
  • Brit Floyd | Sun., June 19 | 8 p.m. | San Diego Civic Theatre | $32.50+ | The “World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show” brings its Echoes 2022 tour into town. 🎸
  • La Mesa Juneteenth and Friends 2022 | Sun., June 19 | MacArthur Park | Free | Join community members, observe history, and celebrate culture at the city’s inaugural holiday event.

Monday, June 20-Sunday, June 26

Monday, June 20

  • Grain + Grit Blood Drive | Mon., June 20 | 12-5:30 p.m. | Little Italy Food Hall | Free | The restaurant group partners with the San Diego Blood Bank — and donors get a free Padres shirt + deals at the food hall.🩸
  • San Diego Padres vs. Arizona Diamondbacks | Mon., June 20 | 6:40 p.m. | Petco Park | $20+ | In partnership with the House of Peru, it’s the ballpark’s first-ever Peruvian Heritage Celebration night; get a limited edition hat with this ticket package. 🇵🇪
  • Horizons: A 21st Century Space Odyssey” | Mon., June 20 | 7 p.m. | Balboa Theatre | $51+ | World-renowned physicist Professor Brian Cox’s immersive live experience dives into everything from quantum physics and black holes, to biology + astronomy. 🔬

Tuesday, June 21

  • Taste of Little Italy | Tues., June 21 + Wed., June 22 | 4 + 6 p.m. | Piazza della Famiglia | $55 | Get your passport stamped while touring Little Italy and sampling foods from dozens of restaurants. 🍝
  • Open Mic Night | Tues., June 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Windmill Food Hall | Free | Live, local performers showcase their talents. 🎤
  • San Diego Padres vs. Arizona Diamondbacks | Tues., June 21 | 6:40 p.m. | Petco Park | $20+ | It’s First Responder Salute night at the ballpark — and this time, it’s all about tipping our hats to the firefighters who keep San Diego safe. 🚒
  • The Great Gatsby” | Tues., June 21 | 7:15 p.m. | Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero | $18.50+ | The 2013 flick led by Leo takes over the big screen at the outdoor venue. 🎬

Wednesday, June 22

  • San Diego Padres vs. Arizona Diamondbacks | Wed., June 22 | 1:10 p.m. | Petco Park | $20+ | The final round of this series also features a post-game concert at Gallagher Square: AJR’s OK Orchestra Tour with BoyWithUke (concert tickets cost $45.50).
  • Nate Bargatze with Leanne Morgan | Wed., June 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $40+ | The comics bring the funny to the San Diego County Fair. 🎤
  • Indigo Girls | Wed., June 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay | $49+ | The folk rock music duo hits the stage with special guest Becky Warren. 🎵
  • Joe Sib | Wed., June 22 | 8 p.m. | The Comedy Store | $20 | The punk rock singer turned comedian performs live at the La Jolla venue. 🎤

Thursday, June 23

  • Wine, Cheese + Olive Oil Tasting | Thurs., June 23 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Venissimo Del Mar, 2650 Villa de la Valle | $50 | A sampling of a food essential trio: cheese, wine + olive oil. 🧀
  • Salsa Under the Stars | Thurs., June 23 | 6-9 p.m. | Little Italy Food Hall | Free | The Manny Cepeda Orchestra plays live on the Piazza della Famiglia while you boogie — no experience or partner necessary. 💃
  • San Diego Padres vs. Philadelphia Phillies | Thurs., June 23 | 6:40 p.m. | Petco Park | $28.50+ | The first 35,000 fans will get a free Jake Cronenworth bobblehead. ⚾
  • Goo Goo Dolls | Thurs., June 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $35+ | The rock band takes the stage at the San Diego County Fair. 🎶
  • Book Signing: Julie Clark | Thurs., June 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Warwick’s in La Jolla | $27.99 (includes reserved seat + book) | The SoCal author discusses her new book, “The Lies I Tell.” 📚
  • GoPro Sea Turtle Film + Beer Bash with WILDCOAST | Thurs., June 23 | 7-9 p.m. | Kings & Convicts Tasting Room, Encinitas | Free | Watch an uplifting film about sea turtle conservation and enjoy drinks. 🐢

Friday, June 24

  • Coffee + Conversations: Hold Onto Your Hat | Fri., June 24 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Mingei International Museum | $14 | Longtime hat-maker Diana Cavagnaro explains the intricate art of millinery. 👒
  • Encanto” | Fri., June 24 | 6:30 p.m. | Pine Valley County Park, Pine Valley | Free | Watch the magic of la familia Madrigal under the stars. ✨
  • San Diego Padres vs. Philadelphia Phillies | Fri., June 24 | 6:40 p.m. | Petco Park | $26+ | Together with the House of Mexico, the ballpark hosts its Mexican Heritage Celebration; this theme package includes a limited edition hat. 🇲🇽
  • Sun Room | Fri., June 24 | 7 p.m. | The Observatory | $90 | The California surf rockers come to the North Park venue. 🏄‍♂️
  • She & Him | Fri., June 24 | 7:30 p.m. | Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay | $69+ | Duo M. Ward + “New Girl” star Zooey Deschanel jam at the waterfront venue. 🎤
  • Sam Hunt | Fri., June 24 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $40+ | The country singer-songwriter headlines the main stage at the San Diego County Fair. 🎶
  • Eric Schwartz | Fri., June 24- Sat., June 25 | 8 + 10 p.m. | Laugh Factory | $25 | The energetic + musical comedian performs live. 🎤

Saturday, June 25

  • OB Street Fair +and Chili Cookoff | Sat., June 25 | 10a.m -8 p.m. | Free | Niagra Avenue | An Ocean Beach tradition 42 years strong featuring live music, vendors, food, beachfront entertainment, and — of course — mounds of homemade chili. 🍲
  • Black Pride 2022 | Sat., June 25 | 3-9 p.m. | Rich’s San Diego, 1051 University Ave. | $20 | The San Diego Black LGTBQ+ Coalition celebrates the first day of its weekend-long fest with music, dancing + mingling. 🏳️‍🌈
  • San Diego Padres vs. Philadelphia Phillies | Sat., June 25 | 7:10 p.m. | Petco Park | $28.50+ | In partnership with The Irish Outreach Center, the ballpark hosts its Irish Heritage Celebration; this theme package includes a limited edition hat. 🇮🇪
  • John Fogerty | Sat., June 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $35+ | The longtime musician + co-founder of Creedence Clearwater Revival brings his solo show to the San Diego County Fair. 🎸
  • Boyz II Men | Sat., June 25 | 7:30 p.m. | The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park | $112+ | Motown Philly’s back again — this time performing al fresco at the stunning Embarcadero venue. 🎶
  • Last Dinosaurs | Sat. June 25 | 7 p.m. | The Observatory | $20+ | The Australian indie rock band performs at the North Park venue. 🦖
  • Comedy Booze Cruise | Sat., June 25 | 1617 Quivira Rd. | $30 | Cruise Mission Bay with a cash bar and a night of laughter with four comedians. 🛳️
  • Nemr Abou Nassar | Sat., June 25 | 8 p.m. | San Diego Civic Theatre | $31.50+ | The Lebanese funnyman — credited for pioneering the stand-up comedy scene in the Middle East — takes the stage downtown. 🎤
  • The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute | Sat., June 25 | 8 p.m. | Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay | $50+ | Really, who doesn’t love The Beatles? 🎶

Sunday, June 26

  • Subaru’s Great Big Family Play Day | Sun., June 26 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Ingram Plaza, 2751 Dewey Rd. | $5 | The family-fun event returns with concerts, rides, food + inflatables. 🤹‍♂️
  • Scoop San Diego Ice Cream Festival | Sun., June 26 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | North Park | $35+ | Sample your way through 25 local ice cream + gelato shops (think: Baked Bear, Holy Paleta, MooTime, etc.), with 100% of proceeds supporting Alpha Project for the Homeless. 🍦
  • Black Pride 2022 | Sun., June 26 | 12-6 p.m. | Hard Rock Hotel San Diego | $25 | A DJ, pool party + good times at the downtown San Diego hotel. 👙
  • San Diego Padres vs. Philadelphia Phillies | Sun., June 26 | 1:10 p.m. | Petco Park | $25+ | It’s Military Appreciation Day at the final game of this series, this time saluting the US Marine Corps. 🇺🇲
  • La Adictiva | Sun., June 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $25+ | La banda performs at the Corona Grandstand Stage at the San Diego County Fair.
  • Tenacious D | Sun., June 26 | 8 p.m. | Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre | $181+ | Jack Black + Kyle Grass perform their comedy rock live. 🎸
  • Debbie Gibson | Sun., June 26 | 9 p.m. | Belly Up Tavern | $40+ | The 80s pop singer performs the “The Body Remembers Tour.” 🎵

Monday, June 27-Thursday, June 30

Monday, June 27

  • Petco Park Tour | Mon., June 27 | 10 a.m., 12 p.m. + 2 p.m. | Petco Park | $28 | Experience the downtown ballpark as only Padres players + staff do with one of these daily guided tours. ⚾
  • Fried Chicken 101 | Mon., June 27 | 7 p.m. | Sur La Table in Fashion Valley Mall | $79 | Learn to prepare your own batter + fry chicken to perfection — and even kick up the spice, Nashville style. 🍗
  • Girlfriends | Mon., June 27 | 7:30 p.m. | House of Blues | $15 | The pop-punk duo performs with 93FEETOFSMOKE. 🎸

Tuesday, June 28

  • Raiders of the Lost Ark” | Tues., June 28 | 5 p.m. | Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero | $18.50+ | Watch the classic 1981 flick under the stars as Dr. Indiana Jones is tasked with finding the legendary Ark of the Covenant. 🪨
  • The Official Blues Brothers Revue” | Tues., June 28 | 7:30 p.m. | The Moonlight Amphitheatre | $17+ | The Vegas act, sanctioned by Dan Aykroyd + Judith Belushi, put tribute to the iconic duo. 🕴️

Wednesday, June 29

  • Wine Series: Cheers to Baja | Wed., June 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Casa de Flor SD, 3334 Fifth Ave. | $55 | The downtown San Diego venue highlights Lomita Winery — a favorite out of Valle de Guadalupe — alongside snacks + mingling. 🍷
  • Beach Bootcamp Workout | Wed., June 29 | 6-7 p.m. | Balboa Court + Ocean Front Walk | Get active with this evening sesh in South Mission Beach. 💪
  • Cooking Class: Classic Handmade Pasta | Wed., June 29 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Blue Fire Brewing, San Marcos | $59 | Learn to make perfect dough, transform it into noodles + pull together two sauces from scratch. 🍝
  • Abba-Mania” | Wed., June 29 | 7:30 p.m. | The Moonlight Amphitheatre | $17+ | A rock musical featuring 21 of the Swedish band’s biggest hits. 🕺

Thursday, June 30

  • The Greatest Showman: Sing-Along” | Thurs., June 30 | 4:15 p.m. | Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero | $17.50+ | Rewrite the stars — or, at least watch under the stars — at this sing-along screening of the Hugh Jackman musical. 🎪
  • Three Dog Night | Thurs., June 30 | 7:30 p.m. | The Moonlight Amphitheatre | $49+ | The rock band performs a concert to help Doors of Change + raise hope for homeless youth. 🎸
  • Gabriel Iglesias | Thurs., June 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds | $25+ | The funnyman also known as “Fluffy” brings the jokes to the San Diego County Fair. 🎤
  • Windser | Thurs., June 30 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues | $15 | The singer + songwriter takes his talents to San Diego. 🎤
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