Events from May 24, 2026
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On May 24, 2026At Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Spreckels Organ Society Concerts. Sundays, 2–3 pm. Pavilion-Pan American Pl., Balboa Park. www.spreckelsorgan.org -
On May 24, 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 24, 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 24, 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 24, 2026At Birch Aquarium at Scripps Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosBirch After Hours. Designed for families, couples and anyone looking to wind down the weekend featuring a relaxed nighttime vibe inviting guests to experience the aquarium in a whole new light. Sundays, 5–7 pm. $19.95–$24.95; under 3 free. Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu -
On May 24, 2026FREE Vista Strawberry Festival. Contests, kids play zone, entertainment and of course, strawberry deliciousness. May 24, 8 am–6 pm. Downtown Vista. www.vistastrawberryfest.com -
On May 24, 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 24, 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 24, 2026At Petco Park Categories: Sporting EventsPadres Home Games. Today through May 3 vs. White Sox; May 7–10 vs. Cardinals; May 18–20 vs. Dodgers; May 22–24 vs. Athletics & May 25–27 vs. Phillies. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com -
On May 24, 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 24, 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 24, 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 24, 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 24, 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 24, 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 24, 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 24, 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 24, 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 24, 2026At USS Midway Museum Categories: Special EventsUSS Midway Legacy Week. A heartfelt tribute to our military's valor and sacrifices, offering a series of events designed for everyone to experience the spirit of honor, remembrance and celebration. Through May 25. USS Midway Museum, 910 N. Harbor Dr. www.midway.org -
On May 24, 2026At Petco Park Categories: Sporting EventsPadres Star Wars Weekend. The Force awaits as the Padres battle the Athletics. Through May 24. Petco Park. Theme game ticket: www.padres.com -
On May 24, 2026At The Wave Waterpark Categories: Water FunThe Wave Waterpark Opens. Slide tower, flow rider, riptide slide and more. Weekends through June 7. 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com -
On May 24, 2026At Sesame Place San Diego Categories: Amusement ParksSesame Summer Splash. Meet all your favorite furry friends and whirl and twirl on family-friendly rides. Open daily through Sept. 7. 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. www.sesameplace.com
