Events from January 23, 2021
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On January 23, 2021At Pier 2, downtown San Diego Categories: Whale WatchingWhale & Dolphin Watching Cruises. San Diego is one of the best locations to watch whales year-round. Daily cruises, 9:30 am–1 pm & 1:30–5 pm. Adults, $50; Ages 4–12, $25; 3 & under free. Pier 2, 970 N. Harbor Dr., downtown. Make reservations at www.hornblower.com.
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On January 23, 2021At Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosAntique Gas & Steam Engine Museum. Stroll through this outdoor collection of mechanical ingenuity and crafts associated with the early days of the American farm and rural community. Wed.–Sun., 10 am–4 pm. Adults, $5; Ages 6–12, $3; 5 & under free. 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista. www.agsem.com
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On January 23, 2021Santee Drive-In Theatre. Gates open at 6 pm, movies start at 6:30 pm. Open seven nights a week, year-round. Adults, $10; Ages 5–12, $5; under 5 free. Visit website for current movie schedule. 10990 Woodside Ave., N., Santee. www.santeedriveintheatre.com
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On January 23, 2021At San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center Categories: FREE, Nature ActivitiesFREE San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve. Whether you are a runner, hiker, birder, photographer or painter, San Elijo Lagoon provides natural solace and recreation. From sunrise to sunset, explore seven miles of easy-to-moderate trails. Open daily, 9 am–5 pm. 2710 Manchester Ave., Cardiff-by-the-Sea. www.sdparks.org
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On January 23, 2021At Virtual Online Event Categories: Virtual ActivitiesVIRTUAL Young Scientists: Human Body. Investigate bones, digestion and other amazing systems of the human body to discover what makes your body tick. For ages 3–5. Four-week class, Thursdays or Saturdays, 11 am. $70. To register visit www.fleetscience.org.
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On January 23, 2021At Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos, FREEFREE Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá. Take a self-guided walking tour of San Diego de Alcalá, the first of the twenty-one great California Missions founded on July 16, 1769 by Father Junipero Serra. Open daily, 10 am–3 pm. 10818 San Diego Mission Rd. www.missionsandiego.org
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On January 23, 2021At Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve Categories: Nature ActivitiesFREE Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. Hike one of the wildest stretches of land on our Southern California coast. See stunning overlooks, walk a peaceful trail and enjoy 1,500 acres of land filled with maritime chaparral, the rare Torrey pine and a lagoon. Open daily. 12600 N. Torrey Pines Rd. www.torreypine.org
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On January 23, 2021At Mission Trails Regional Park Categories: FREE, Nature ActivitiesFREE Mission Trails Regional Park encompasses more than 8,000 acres of both natural and developed recreational areas. Hike to Old Mission Dam, Cowles Mountain or Pyles Peak. Open daily, 9 am–5 pm. One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego. www.mtrp.org
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On January 23, 2021At San Diego Botanic Garden Categories: Nature ActivitiesSan Diego Botanic Garden. Visit this 37-acre urban oasis with four miles of trails. Wed.–Sun., 10 am–5 pm. Adults, $18; Ages 3–17, $10; under 3 free. Pre-purchase tickets at www.sdbgarden.org.
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On January 23, 2021At Children's Nature Retreat Categories: AnimalsChildren’s Nature Retreat. Explore the beautiful grounds and discover over 130 animals in their habitat. Thurs.–Sun., 10 am–5 pm. $20–$38; under 2 free. Reservations required. 5178 Japatul Spur, Alpine. www.childrensnatureretreat.org
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On January 23, 2021At Cabrillo National Monument Categories: Nature ActivitiesCabrillo National Monument. Outdoor areas include tidepools, hiking and taking in the nearly-360 degree view of the City of San Diego, Pacific Ocean, Mexico and the surrounding mountains to the north and east. Open daily, 9 am–5 pm. $20 park entrance fee. 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr., San Diego. www.nps.gov/cabr
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On January 23, 2021At Lake Poway Categories: OutdoorsFishing and Boating at Lake Poway. Trout season is here and Lake Poway is stocked. Visit Lake Poway Concessions for fishing permits, boat rentals, tackle, bait and more. Wed.–Sun., 6 am–sunset. 14644 Lake Poway Rd. www.poway.org
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On January 23, 2021At Balboa Park Categories: OutdoorsJapanese Friendship Garden San Diego. Stroll through a unique outdoor setting with stone arrangements, koi ponds, water features, sukiya-style buildings and landscape. Daily, 10 am–6 pm. $10-$12; 6 & under free. 2215 Pan American Rd., Balboa Park. Pre-purchase tickets online at www.niwa.org.
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On January 23, 2021At Virtual Online Event Categories: FREE, Animals, Virtual ActivitiesVIRTUAL FREE Live Cams at the Safari Park. Watch Platypus, Tigers, Elephants, Giraffes, Burrowing Owls and Condors in their natural habitat. Daily, 7:30 am–7:30 pm. www.sdzsafaripark.org
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On January 23, 2021At Virtual Online Event Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos, Virtual ActivitiesVIRTUAL FREE SDMA 360: A Virtual Gallery Experience. Step inside The San Diego Museum of Art and enjoy 360-degree views of your favorite galleries, zoom in to see art details and read full label text in both English and Spanish, all from the comfort of home. www.sdmart.org.
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On January 23, 2021At Virtual Online Event Categories: FREE, Animals, Virtual ActivitiesVIRTUAL FREE Live Cams at the San Diego Zoo. Watch Hippos, Baboons, Penguins, Polar Bears, Apes and Koalas in their natural habitat. Daily, 7:30 am–7:30 pm. www.sandiegozoo.org
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On January 23, 2021At Old Town San Diego Categories: OutdoorsFREE Old Town San Diego State Historical Park. Walk around the park and view the exteriors of the exhibits and museum areas. QR codes linking videos and other interpretive material are posted around the walk. Open daily. www.parks.ca.gov