Events from August 30, 2025
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On August 30, 2025At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksLEGOLAND Water Park. Splash into spring with seven slides, sandy beaches, Build-A-Raft River, Pirate Reef and LEGO Legends of CHIMA Water Park. Daily, 11:30 am–5 pm. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com
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On August 30, 2025At Birch Aquarium at Scripps Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosLiving Seas at Birch Aquarium. Venture into the hidden realm of a Giant Pacific Octopus, explore life beneath Scripps Pier and marvel at a vibrant Coral Reef more than four times the size of the original. 9 am–5 pm. $24.95–$29.95; 2 & under free. 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu
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On August 30, 2025At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Amusement ParksSeaWorld Summer Spectacular. New shows, live music and dazzling new Enchanted Wonders Fireworks spectacular. Select dates through Sept. 1. SeaWorld, 500 Sea World Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com
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On August 30, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos, FREEBlue Star Museums offers FREE admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve. Through Sept. 1. Details: www.arts.gov/initiatives/blue-star-museums
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On August 30, 2025At Sesame Place San Diego Categories: Amusement ParksSesame Summer Splash. Sun-sational events. Open daily, 10 am–6 pm through Sept. 1. Sesame Place, 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. Tickets: www.sesameplace.com
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On August 30, 2025At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksNew LEGOLAND Driving School. Features realistic road scenarios, intersections, roundabouts and even a car wash equipped with interactive bubble triggers that activate as kids drive through. Open daily. Included with admission. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com
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On August 30, 2025Summer of Wonder. New exhibits, Nature Trail at the Nat, hands-on activities, films and Nat at Night on Fridays (half-price admission after 5 pm). Through Sept. 1. $14–$24. San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park. www.sdnat.org/summerofwonder
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On August 30, 2025At San Diego Children's Discovery Museum Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosWater Ways. New exhibit that allows guests to manipulate and play with the flow of water. Today, 12:30–4:30 pm & Tues.–Sat., 9:30 am–4:30 pm. Included with admission. $14. San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320 N. Broadway, Escondido. www.sdcdm.org
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On August 30, 2025At Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos, ScienceSurvival of the Slowest. Observe and interact with nature’s smallest, slowest and weakest creatures to discover how they not only survive, but thrive in the wild. Daily, 10 am–5 pm. Included with admission. $19.95–$24.95; under 3 free. Through Sept. 1. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org
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On August 30, 2025At Petco Park Categories: ConcertPetco Park Summer Concerts. Through Sept. 29. $30. Gallagher Square. Full schedule: www.padres.com/concerts
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On August 30, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, ReadingFREE Summer Reading Program: Level Up at Your Library. Rediscover the joy of gaming—whether it’s a favorite board game, an exciting video game or a gamified reading adventure—and join this all-ages reading adventure. Through Aug. 31. Register: www.sandiego.gov/public-library/kidsandteens/summerreading
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On August 30, 2025At Santee Lakes Categories: ConcertSummer Jams on Deck. Concerts are free. Saturdays, 5–7 pm through Oct. 11. Park entrance fee, $10. Santee Lakes Deck between Lakes 4 & 5, 9310 Fanita Pkwy. www.santeelakes.com
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On August 30, 2025At Lake Poway Categories: FishingNight Fishing at Lake Poway. Fridays in July & Fri.–Sat. in Aug., 4–11:30 pm. Adults, $7; youth $3. 14644 Lake Poway Rd. www.poway.org
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On August 30, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: Whale WatchingWhale & Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruises. Search for gray whales, blue whales, minke whales and more. Fri.–Mon. through Sept. 1, 9 am–1 pm. $76–$83; 3 & under free. Pier Two 970 N. Harbor Dr. www.cityexperiences.com
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On August 30, 2025At San Diego Zoo Safari Park Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosRoar & Snore Safari. Experience a sleepover and observe the nighttime activities of wildlife and morning wildlife presentations. Today, tomorrow, Aug. 7–8, 14–16, 22 & 30–31. Starting at $160. Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido. www.sdzsafaripark.org
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On August 30, 2025At Hotel del Coronado Categories: MoviesMovies on the Beach. Tonight, Aug. 9, 17, 23 & 30. 8 pm. $25.75. Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave. www.hoteldel.com
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On August 30, 2025At Bates Nut Farm Categories: FREE, Special EventsFREE SDG&E Wildfire Safety Event. Receive information about stocking an emergency kit, developing an emergency plan, designing or modifying the space around your home to resist wildfire and more. 9 am–1 pm. Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center. www.batesnutfarm.biz
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On August 30, 2025At Petco Park Categories: MusicHolo Holo Music Festival. An electrifying fusion of reggae, island, and Polynesian-inspired music. Today & tomorrow. Starting at $73. Gallagher Square, Petco Park. www.holoholofestival.com
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On August 30, 2025At Liberty Station Categories: Craft FairFREE San Diego Made Summer Market at Liberty Station. Kids crafts & activities, food, live music and more. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–5 pm. NTC Park Field, 2875 Dewey Rd. www.sdmademarkets.com
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On August 30, 2025At Moonlight Amphitheater Categories: Theatre“Fiddler on the Roof.” A story that captures the essential human longings for love, community, success, freedom, family and meaning. Wed.–Sun, through Aug. 30, 8 pm. Starting at $43. Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1250 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. www.moonlightstage.com
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On August 30, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: Special EventsCLUE: A Walking Mystery Tour. An interactive, real-world twist on the classic board game. Through Sept. 28. Details: www.cluewalkingexperience.com
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On August 30, 2025At Barona Sports Complex Categories: FREEFREE Barona Powwow. Dancing, drums and more. Today through Aug. 31. Barona Sports Park, 1095 Barona Rd., Lakeside. www.facebook.com/BaronaPowwow