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. 🎤