Events from June 16, 2026
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On June 16, 2026At Balboa Park Categories: FREEResidents FREE Days at Balboa Park. Park museums offer free admission Tuesdays on a rotating basis throughout the month to residents of the City and County of San Diego, and to active military personnel and their dependents. Schedule: www.balboapark.org -
On June 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 June 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 June 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 June 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 June 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 June 16, 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 -
On June 16, 2026At La Jolla Playhouse Categories: Theatre“The Monsters.” For years, LIL has observed her estranged brother from the shadows. BIG, a force in the mixed martial arts circuit, remains unaware his sister has been tracking his career… until she appears unexpectedly at his door. Award-winning playwright Ngozi Anyanwu writes and stars alongside Sullivan Jones (HBO’s The Gilded Age) in this warm-hearted sibling story exploring how to love each other better, and the fight to build a life you can be proud of. June 2–28. Mandell Weiss Forum, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla. Tickets: https://lajollaplayhouse.org/the-monsters?utm_source=listings&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=P27MON -
On June 16, 2026At San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosNighttime Zoo. Explore the Zoo at night and enjoy a variety of family-friendly entertainment. Through Aug. 9 (except June 13 & July 9). San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park. https://sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org -
On June 16, 2026At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Amusement ParksOcean of Dreams Drone Show. Featuring 600 fully synchronized drones with a soaring soundtrack celebrating the beauty of the ocean, inspired by marine life and ocean conservation. Nightly through Aug. 9, then weekends through Sept. 7. SeaWorld, 500 Sea World Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com -
On June 16, 2026At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Amusement ParksSeaWorld Summer Spectacular. New shows, live music and dazzling new Enchanted Wonders Fireworks spectacular. Select dates through Sept. 7. SeaWorld, 500 Sea World Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com -
On June 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. Open daily. LEGO CHIMA Water Park opens June 13. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On June 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FREEFREE Summer Lunch for Youth @ the Library. The SD Public Library has partnered with SDUSD to offer free lunches for youth aged 0-18 at select libraries, parks, recreation centers and other community sites in San Diego. Weekdays through Aug. 1, 12–1 pm. Some locations will also serve breakfast, 9 am. Details: www.sandiego.gov/public-library/summerlunch -
On June 16, 2026At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksFIFA World Cup Experience. Step onto the LEGOLAND pitch and be immersed in a high-energy celebration packed with interactive games, an epic LEGO build and character experiences inspired by LEGO FIFA heroes. Daily through June 19. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On June 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Special EventsU.S. Police & Fire Championships. Brings together first responders from across the nation to compete in 40 Olympic-style sports. Through June 20. San Diego Marriott Mission Valley, 8757 Rio San Diego Dr. Details: www.uspfc.org -
On June 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: holiday teasPirates: Adventure on the High Seas Themed Tea. All themed teas are different, most include a "did you know intro" a game, quiz and a take home gift. Through June 28, 12:30 & 3:30 pm. $64.95. The Britannia Tearooms, 2323 Midway Dr. Reservations: www.afternoonteasandiego.com -
On June 16, 2026At Idyllwild Categories: FREE, Special EventsFREE Native American Arts Festival Week. A variety of Native American arts-focused activities. Through June 19. Idyllwild Arts Campus, 52500 Temecula Rd., Idyllwild. Schedule: https://idyllwildarts.org/nativeamericanarts/ -
On June 16, 2026At Little Italy, downtown San Diego Categories: Special EventsTaste of Little Italy. Curated bites and live music. Today & tomorrow, 4–8 pm. $70.50. Piazza della Famiglia. www.littleitalysd.com -
On June 16, 2026At Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Twilight in the Park Concert. Tues., Wed. & Thurs. through Aug. 27, 6:30–7:30 pm. Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park. www.balboapark.org/twilight-in-the-park-concert -
On June 16, 2026At Solana Beach Categories: FREE, BikingFREE All About E-Bikes Class. Start your e-biking journey with comprehensive training covering all the essentials. 5–6 pm. Revolution Bike Shop, 235 S. Hwy. 101, Solana Beach. Register: https://cityofsolanabeach.ca.gov -
On June 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, ReadingFREE Summer Reading Program: Plant a Seed, Read. Join our all-ages Summer Reading Program (SRP) and explore a summer full of stories, creativity and discovery. Just like a garden feeds the body, books and ideas feed the mind. From books to hands-on activities, discover how stories, food, culture and community are all connected. Start with a seed of curiosity and see what you discover at the library this summer. June 1–Aug. 15. Details: www.sandiego.gov/public-library/kidsandteens/summerreading
