Events from May 16, 2026
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On May 16, 2026At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksLEGO Galaxy. Explore this brand-new land including the Galacticoaster, Assembly Bay and Junior Astronaut Training Zone. Open daily. LEGOLAND, One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On May 16, 2026At Sesame Place San Diego Categories: Amusement ParksSesame Place. Family-friendly rides, the Sesame Street Party Parade, story time with Big Bird and more. Daily, 10 am–5 pm through Apr. 5, then weekends through May 22. 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. www.sesameplace.com -
On May 16, 2026At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: FREEFREE LEGOLAND Tickets for First Responders. Including California-based firefighters, police officers, sheriff deputies, paramedics, emergency medical technicians and National Guard Members. Through May 23. Details: www.legoland.com -
On May 16, 2026At Belmont Park Categories: FREEFREE Belmont in Bloom. Roaming balloon artists, bubble performers, face painting, live music Saturdays from 2–5 pm and a special butterfly exhibit select Saturdays from 12–2 pm. Through May 31. Belmont Park, 3146 Mission Blvd. www.belmontpark.com -
On May 16, 2026At Moonlight Amphitheater Categories: Theatre“The Cher Show.” A dazzling ride through the life and legacy of one of pop culture’s most unstoppable forces. Through May 16, 8 pm (closed Mon. & Tues.). Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1250 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. www.moonlightstage.com -
On May 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Special EventsFoodies 4 Foster Kids. Restaurants will have a designated menu item, in which a portion of each sale will be donated to Promises2Kids benefitting foster children. May 1–31. Participating restaurants: www.promises2kids.org -
On May 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos, FREEFREE The Big Exchange. Members of participating San Diego Museum Council organizations can visit more than 50 participating museums, historic sites, gardens and more. Through May 18. Details: www.sandiegomuseumcouncil.org/specials/the-big-exchange -
On May 16, 2026At North Coast Repertory Theatre Categories: Theatre“Beau Jest.” Fall under the spell of this romantic comedy where love, laughter and tradition playfully intertwine. Through May 17 (closed Mon. & Tues.). North Coast Rep., 987 Lomas Santa Fe, Solana Beach. www.northcoastrep.org -
On May 16, 2026At Birch Aquarium at Scripps Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosImagine Wild: Mountain Yellow-legged Frog. Transport to a fictional California mountainside to explore the forest, meadows and lake that form the Mountain Yellow-legged Frog habitat. $34.95–$39.95; under 3 free. Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu -
On May 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, Sporting EventsKids Bowl FREE. Two games a day all summer long. Aztec Lanes, 6075 Aztec Cir. Dr., East Village Tavern + Bowl, 930 Market St. & Mira Mesa Lanes, 8210 Mira Mesa Blvd. Register: www.kidsbowlfree.com -
On May 16, 2026At Hotel del Coronado Categories: MoviesMovies on the Beach. Tonight, tomorrow, May 8, 9, 15, 16, 22–24, 29 & 30. 8 pm. $25.75. Del Beach, 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado. Full schedule: www.hoteldel.com -
On May 16, 2026At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Amusement Parks, MusicViva La Musica. Celebrate the music, flavors and cultural vibrancy of Latin communities across San Diego. Fri., Sat. & Sun. through May 17. Included with admission. SeaWorld, Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com -
On May 16, 2026At 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, May 8, 9, 16, 23, 24, 30 & 31. Starting at $205. Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido. www.sdzsafaripark.org -
On May 16, 2026At Carlsbad Strawberry Fields Categories: OutdoorsU-Pick Strawberry Fields. Daily, 9 am–5 pm. $10–$25. Carlsbad Strawberry Company, Cannon Rd. & I–5. www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com -
On May 16, 2026At Lake Poway Categories: OutdoorsSpring Camping Series. Set up your tent, explore, hike and more. Movie at sunset. Today, May 15 & 29. 1 pm until tomorrow, 10 am. $31. Lake Poway, 14644 Lake Poway Rd. Register: www.poway.org -
On May 16, 2026At Snapdragon Stadium Categories: Sporting EventsSan Diego FC Soccer Team. Cheer on our MLS soccer team. Tonight, May 13, 16 & 23. Starting at $37. Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way. Tickets: www.sandiegofc.com -
On May 16, 2026At 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. Weekends through May. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On May 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, Circus ShowsFREE Fern Street Circus. All shows 2 pm. Today, Cesar Chavez Rec. Ctr., 455 Sycamore Rd.; tomorrow, Egger-South Bay Park, 1885 Coronado Ave.; May 16, North Park Rec. Ctr., 4044 Idaho St.; May 17, Azalea Park, 2596 Violet St. www.fernstreetcircus.com -
On May 16, 2026At San Diego Botanic Garden Categories: Floral ExhibitsOrchids in the Wild. Annual spring orchids showcase. Through May 31, closed Tuesdays. $12–$20, includes admission. San Diego Botanic Garden, 300 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. www.sdbg.org -
On May 16, 2026At Santee Lakes Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Concert Series on the Deck. Saturdays, 5–7 pm. Parking $7. Santee Lakes, 9310 Fanita Pkwy. Details: www.santeelakes.com -
On May 16, 2026At La Jolla Playhouse Categories: Theatre“Purpose.” A thumping, riveting, guns-blazing, major new American play. Through June 7, closed Mondays. La Jolla Playhouse, 2910 La Jolla Village Dr. www.lajollaplayhouse.org -
On May 16, 2026At 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. 7. Details: www.arts.gov/initiatives/blue-star-museums -
On May 16, 2026At Balboa Park Categories: FREEFREE Asian Pacific Cultural Festival. Food, cultural performances, interactive cultural experiences and more. 11 am–5 pm. House of Pacific Relations, Balboa Park. www.asianculturalfestivalsd.com -
On May 16, 2026At Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park Categories: ScienceJunior Science Club: Will It Work? Investigate quirky scientific questions through hands-on experiments and live demonstrations. For grades 1–4. 9–10:30 am or 11 am–12:30 pm. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org -
On May 16, 2026At Mission Trails Regional Park Categories: FREEFREE Family Discovery Walk: Reptiles & Amphibians. Learn the interesting stories of some of the reptiles and amphibians that live in Mission Trails. 1–2:30 pm. Mission Trails Regional Park, One Father Junipero Serra Tr. https://mtrp.org -
On May 16, 2026At Robb Field Categories: FREEFREE OB Kite Festival. Make and decorate your own kite. 10 am–3 pm. Robb Field, 2525 Bacon St. www.oceanbeachsandiego.com -
On May 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FREEFREE Hillcrest Classic Car Show. 1–3:30 pm. 5th & Pennsylvania. www.sandiego.gov -
On May 16, 2026At Old Poway Park Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Community Band Festival. Performances from blue grass ensembles to full concert bands. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–7 pm. Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd., Poway. www.poway.org -
On May 16, 2026At Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park Categories: FREE, Special NeedsFREE Accessibility Mornings at the Fleet. Enjoy a sensory-friendly experience from 9–10 am. Movie “Sea Otters” at 10 am with house lights on and the soundtrack volume low. Free for one visitor and accompanying guest. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org -
On May 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Sporting EventsSan Diego Super Bloom. Cheer on our ultimate frisbee team. 6 pm. $15; under 10 free. Mission Bay High School, 2475 Grand Ave. www.sandiegosuperbloom.com -
On May 16, 2026At Southern California Railway Museum Categories: Special EventsAntique Truck Show. Hundreds of restored, vintage trucks. 9 am–3 pm. $11–$17. Southern California Railway Museum, 2201 S. “A” St., Perris. www.socalrailway.org -
On May 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, MusicFREE Goldenpalooza Community Music & Arts Festival. Family-friendly music and arts festival with live music and dance, hands-on art activities and more. 11 am–5 pm. Golden Hill Rec. Ctr., 2600 Golf Course Dr. www.goldenpaloozasd.com
