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Having a ball in San Diego ⚾

Your guide to sports teams in San Diego
SD San Diego Padres Petco Park
Take me out to the ballgame, Padres. | Photo via Matt Thomas/San Diego Padres
Whether you’re a sports fanatic — or just look good in Padres brown and gold — when it comes to sports, San Diego has no shortage of teams to support. Our city is home to some of the most loyal fans in the country — in fact, Padres devotees even call themselves the Friar Faithful.

In this guide, we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about San Diego sports, so whether you’re already a devoted San Diego sports fan or you’re new to the area, we hope it can serve as a valuable resource.

SD San Diego Padres Manny Machado Bob Melvin

Manny Machado and Bob Melvin fist bump during Opening Day 2022 at Petco Park.

Photo via Matt Thomas/San Diego Padres

⚾ San Diego Padres | Est. 1969

Let’s go, San Diego. The Padres made their major league debut on April 8, 1969, at San Diego Stadium in Mission Valley in front of 23,370 fans. Today, they play at Petco Park in downtown’s “ballpark district” — 26 blocks bordered by Market Street, Harbor Drive, and Imperial Avenue. Over the years, many influential players have made their mark on the club, but the late great Tony Gwynn — aka “Mr. Padre” — holds a special place in the hearts of locals.

Where they play: Petco Park
  • Max capacity: 42,445
📅 Sneak a peek at the Padres’ 2023 season schedule.

SDSU Snapdragon Stadium

Snapdragon Stadium, home of SDSU Aztecs Football.

Photo via Christy Radecic, SDSU Athletics

🏈 San Diego State Aztecs Football | Est. 1921

SDSU football has been going down for 100+ years, with the team playing in several stadiums — from Balboa Stadium and Aztec Bowl, to San Diego Stadium and now, Snapdragon Stadium. The team has been coached by some of the best in the game, including Don Coryell (1961-1972), who later went on to coach the San Diego Chargers and was recently elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Coryell won four conference titles at SDSU, and Hall of Fame coaches Joe Gibbs and John Madden served as his assistant coaches.

Where they play: Snapdragon Stadium
  • Max capacity: 35,000
📅 See the team’s schedule.
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What is the most popular sport in the US (according to viewership and TV ratings)?

A. Baseball
B. Soccer
C. Basketball
D. Football

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Thursday, Feb. 16
  • Anything Goes | Through Sunday, March 12 | 2-10 p.m. | San Diego Musical Theatre, 4650 Mercury St., San Diego | $25-$70 | A farcical romp set on the S.S. American as it sails between New York and England.
  • Nat Geo Live: Life on the Vertical with Mark Synnott | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 7-8:30 p.m. | The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla | $40-$50 | The climber and adventurer discusses his discoveries as part of a lecture series.
  • Birds Of North America | Through Sunday, March 5 | Times vary | MOXIE Theatre, 6663 El Cajon Blvd. Ste. N, San Diego | $43 | The story of a father-daughter relationship that spans decades in a suburban backyard.
Friday, Feb. 17
  • Frozen, Kids | Friday, Feb. 17 + Saturday, Feb. 18 | Times vary | The Grand | Ritz Theater, 301 East Grand Ave., Escondido | $10 | A stage adaptation of the Disney film presented by the Classical Academy’s Jr. Musical Theatre Program.
  • San Diego Seals vs. Saskatchewan Rush | Friday, Feb. 17 | 7 p.m. | Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego | $15-$90 | Time for some local lacrosse.
Saturday, Feb. 18
  • San Diego Rocket Con - Comic & Toy Convention | Saturday, Feb. 18 + Sunday, Feb. 19 | Times vary | Scottish Rite Event Center, 1895 Camino del Rio S., San Diego | $22-$40 | Meet anime voice actors, try cosplay, and browse vendors selling art, collectibles, comics, and toys.
  • San Diego Symphony Presents Carnival of the Animals | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 11 a.m. + 12:30 p.m. | Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave., San Diego | $15-$40 | The San Diego Symphony Orchestra performs a menagerie of music inspired by wild creatures.
  • Jim Gaffigan | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 8 p.m. | Harrah’s Resort Southern California, 777 S. Resort Dr., Valley Center | $145-$420 | The stand-up comedian brings the laughs during “The Dark Park” tour.
Sunday, Feb. 19
  • The Outsiders | Sunday, Feb. 19 | 7 p.m. | La Jolla Playhouse, 2910 La Jolla Village Dr., La Jolla | $25-$75 | Gather your Greasers for opening night of this musical about Ponyboy and his friends in 1967 Oklahoma.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Experience “Jurassic World: The Exhibition” at Westfield Mission Valley Mall 🦖
A group of kids gather around an animatronic dinosaur.
The exhibition runs through Sunday, April 16. | Photo by Round Raptor
First, it was a park. Then, it was a world. Now, it’s an exhibition coming to life. “Jurassic World: The Exhibition” is a 20,000-sqft, immersive, family-friendly experience based on one of the biggest blockbusters in film history.

Through Sunday, April 16, attendees can head to Westfield Mission Valley Mall and discover the science of Jurassic World and come face-to-face with baby dinos, velociraptors, and other life-size dinosaurs.

Bonus: Buy your tickets before Tuesday, Feb. 28, to save 20%.*
SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

Weather
  • 62º | Mostly sunny | 0% chance of rain ⛅
  • Brr. It’s cold out there. The National Weather Service issued a Frost Advisory through 8 a.m. today for temps as low as 32° in San Diego’s coastal areas including Oceanside, Vista, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Chula Vista, and National City. The agency said SoCal cities saw their coldest lows in months this week. ❄️ (National Weather Service)
Sunrise + Sunset
  • Rise: 6:31 a.m.
  • Set: 5:35 p.m.
Tide
  • Low: 1:11 p.m.
  • High: 5:39 a.m. + 7:51 p.m.
  • Water Temperature: 55°
Civic
  • It was cold and rainy on Valentine’s Day in San Diego — but that didn’t stop love. Dozens of couples lined up to tie the knot at county ceremonies on the popular wedding date. The Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk’s office issued at least 119 local marriage licenses and performed 82 weddings. Congrats, lovebirds. 💍
Coming Soon
  • The cute, pink Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is rolling into San Diego County. The pop-up selling sweet treats and special Sanrio merch will be at The Shoppes at Carlsbad this Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. It’ll trek to Otay Ranch Town Center on Saturday, Feb. 25, and Westfield UTC on Saturday, March 4. 🎀 (Fox 5)
Pets
  • San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) is waiving adoption fees for all adult dogs (7+ months) through Sunday, Feb. 19. Local shelters have over 220 adult dogs looking for loving homes; check out adoptable pooches online or head to SDHS campuses to find your perfect match. 🐕‍🦺
Transit
  • All aboard. SANDAG is hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, Feb. 21, at 11 a.m., covering everything you need to know about how to take public transit in San Diego. Register to learn about regional routes, bike parking, commuter amenities at transit centers, and more. 🚊
Announced
  • Attention: Pop star Charlie Puth will headline The Rady Shell on Sunday, July 9. Tickets to the “Charlie Live Experience” are only one call (er, click) away — they go on sale tomorrow at 10 a.m. 🎶
  • The San Diego Automotive Museum announced the return of its special fundraiser — THE Party in the Park... Full Throttle — set for Saturday, Sept. 30. Tickets are on sale and include a 3-course dinner, a hosted bar, line dancing, and new exhibits showcasing classic and exotic cars. 🏎️
Environment
  • The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority diverted 812,500 gallons of stormwater from running off into San Diego Bay in 2022. Through its Stormwater Reuse Treatment System, SAN captures rain atop of the Terminal 2 Parking Plaza; it’s treated, filtered, and reused to heat and cool buildings at the airport. 💧
Sports
  • San Diego’s Patriots Hockey Team — made up of active-duty US military service members and veterans — is one of only four service member hockey teams selected to visit Raleigh tomorrow for Navy Federal Credit Union’s invitational tournament. The team was also invited to attend the NHL Stadium Series this Saturday. 🏒
Number
  • 4.7% — the average San Diego rent increase in January 2023, compared to January 2022. This increase brings the median rent to $3,290. Learn more about the cost of living in America’s Finest City. (Redfin)
Travel
  • How does Going (formerly Scott’s Cheap Flights) work? Sign up for free, follow up to five airports, and Going will notify you when flights are 40-90% off. Bonus: You can browse deals immediately after signing up (like a $500+ flight to Italy). 🍝*
Wellness
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Girl Scout Cookies, with a twist 🍪
SD Park 101 Thin Mint cocktail
A cocktail inspired by the humble Thin Mint, available at Park 101 in Carlsbad this Saturday, Feb. 18. | Photo via Ryne Ramos + Park 101
‘Tis the sweet season for Girl Scout Cookies, and several local restaurants and breweries are getting in on the annual craze by hosting cookie pairing events — with beer or cocktails — this weekend. Cheers to that.

🍻 Belching Beaver Brewery, Oceanside
Stop by this Saturday, 12-6 p.m., for a $20 experience that includes four 5-ounce beer tasters paired with two cookies each.

🍸 Park 101, Carlsbad + Coco Maya, Little Italy
The Grind & Prosper Hospitality restaurants will whip up themed cocktails this Saturday like the “Thin Mint Cookie Cocktail” with creme de menthe green. and the “Samoa” with rum, coconut cream, and chocolate. Cookies will be sold separately on site, so you can mix and match your own pairings.

🍻 Thorn Brewing, North Park
The brewery is offering its $14 “4x4” special — four 5-ounce tasters paired with four Girl Scout Cookies — this Saturday through Sunday, Feb. 26, 12-8 p.m.
3 MORE SWEET PAIRINGS
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Monica.

Editor’s pick: Let’s go, SD, let’s go. 👏

Although our city doesn’t have an NFL team (the one we had shall remain nameless — still stings, still salty), this robust lineup of local sports teams sure keeps the local fandom high. I love seeing fans sporting their team gear around town; I feel like there’s always a smile and nod exchanged between fans because dang, it feels good to rep your city. 🤎

PS: The answer to the quiz above is…football.

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