Events from July 12, 2025
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On July 12, 2025At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Amusement ParksJewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience. A unique blend of unusual aquaria, diverse jelly species and immersive media to create a truly one-of-a-kind experience never before encountered allowing visitors to learn, touch and encounter these fascinating animals. Daily, included with admission. SeaWorld, Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com -
On July 12, 2025At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksMINILAND Las Vegas. The newly refreshed MINILAND Las Vegas recreates the vibrant sights and sounds of the famous Las Vegas Strip. Open daily. Included with admission. LEGOLAND, One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On July 12, 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 -
On July 12, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: FREEKids Bowl FREE. Two games a day. Through Aug. 17. Aztec Lanes, 6075 Aztec Cir., Dr. & East Village Tavern + Bowl, 930 Market St. Register: www.kidsbowlfree.com -
On July 12, 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 -
On July 12, 2025At San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosNighttime Zoo. Guests can explore the Zoo at night and enjoy a variety of family-friendly entertainment. Through Aug. 10 (except June 21). San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park. https://sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org -
On July 12, 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 -
On July 12, 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 -
On July 12, 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 -
On July 12, 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 -
On July 12, 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 -
On July 12, 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 -
On July 12, 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 -
On July 12, 2025At The Wave Waterpark Categories: Water FunThe Wave Waterpark. Slide tower, flow rider, riptide slide and more. Daily through Aug. 10. 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com -
On July 12, 2025At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: ConcertSummer Spectacular Concert Series. Featuring R&B, hip-hop and rap hits from the '90s and early 2000s. Saturdays through Aug. 23, 6 pm (except July 5). Included with admission. SeaWorld, Bayside Amphitheater, 500 Sea World Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com -
On July 12, 2025At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksLEGO World Parade. Floats, characters and entertainers inspired by your favorite LEGO themes. Daily through Aug. 9. Included with admission. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On July 12, 2025At Casa del Prado Theatre, Balboa Park Categories: Theatre“Disney’s The Lion King, Jr.” The timeless tale of Simba, a young lion born to be king, who is forced to flee after the death of his father, Mufasa. Select dates through July 13. Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.juniortheatre.com -
On July 12, 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 -
On July 12, 2025At Carlsbad Strawberry Fields Categories: OutdoorsU-Pick Strawberry Fields. Daily, 9 am–5 pm. Carlsbad Strawberry Company, Cannon Rd. & I–5. www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com -
On July 12, 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 through July 6, 9:30 am. Also July 10, 12, 13, 17, 18, 20, 24, 26, 27 & 31. Starting at $160. Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido. www.sdzsafaripark.org -
On July 12, 2025At Petco Park Categories: Sporting EventsPadres Home Games. Today through July 6 vs. Rangers, July 7–10 vs. D–Backs, July 11–13 vs. Phillies & July 28–30 vs. Mets. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com -
On July 12, 2025At Birch Aquarium at Scripps Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosShark Summer at Birch Aquarium. Shark exploration stations, shark feedings and more. Daily through Aug. 10, 9 am–5 pm. Included with admission, $24.95–$29.95; 2 & under free. 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. https://aquarium.ucsd.edu/events/shark-summer -
On July 12, 2025At Hotel del Coronado Categories: MoviesMovies on the Beach. Tonight, July 12, 20 & 26. 8 pm. $25.75. Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave. www.hoteldel.com -
On July 12, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, MoviesFREE Summer Movies in the Park: “Inside Out 2.” Tonight (Poway Community Park & Lincoln Acres County Park) & July 12 (Morley Field Sports Complex & NTC Park). Full schedule: www.summermoviesinthepark.com -
On July 12, 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 -
On July 12, 2025At Moonlight Amphitheater Categories: Theatre“Anastasia the Musical.” Explores one determined girl’s journey to find home, love, and family as she discovers who she was and embraces who she is meant to be. Wed.–Sun., 8 pm. Through July 16. $43–$62. Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1250 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. www.moonlightstage.com -
On July 12, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: FREEFREE Parks After Dark. Inflatables, arts & crafts and more. Thurs.–Sat., 5–8 pm through Aug. 9. City Heights (4380 Landis St.), Linda Vista (7064 Levant St.), Memorial (2902 Marcy Ave.), Skyline Hills (8285 Skyline Dr.) & Silver Wing (3737 Area Dr.). Details: www.sandiegoparksfoundation.org -
On July 12, 2025At Oma's Pumpkin Patch Categories: OutdoorsRecess at Oma’s: Fun in the Sun. Water slides, water play zones, splash activities and more. Through July 12, 10 am–4 pm. 14950 El Monte Rd., Lakeside. www.omasfamilyfarm.com -
On July 12, 2025At San Marcos, CA Categories: ConcertSummer Concert Series. 7–9 pm. $10. The Wood House in Woodland Park, 1148 Rock Springs Rd., San Marcos. www.san-marcos.net -
On July 12, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, MoviesFREE Movies in Memorial. Today: “Selena” & July 26: “Nacho Libre.” 7:30–9:30 pm. 373 Park Way, Chula Vista. www.downtownchulavista.com -
On July 12, 2025At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: ConcertSummer Spectacular Concert Series. Featuring R&B, hip-hop and rap hits from the '90s and early 2000s. Saturdays through Aug. 23, 6 pm. Included with admission. SeaWorld, Bayside Amphitheater, 500 Sea World Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com -
On July 12, 2025At Lake Poway Categories: CampingLake Poway Family Campout. Guided evening hikes, campfire with s’mores and more. Bring your own camping equipment. Today & July 26; 6 am until tomorrow, 10 am. $78. 14644 Lake Poway Rd. www.poway.org -
On July 12, 2025At Brengle Terrace Park Categories: FREE, MoviesFREE Movie in the Park: “Despicable Me 4.” Bring blankets or lawn chairs. 8 pm. Brengle Terrace Park Ball Fields, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. www.vista.gov
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On July 12, 2025At Maritime Museum of San Diego Categories: Special EventsBoarded! A New Pirate Adventure. Interactive show where participants learn pirate skills. 10:30 am & 12:45 pm. $35–$85. Maritime Museum of San Diego, 1492 N. Harbor Dr. www.sdmaritime.org -
On July 12, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, MoviesFREE Movies in the Park. Today: “Wonka,” (Silverwing Rec. Ctr.) & “Kung Fu Panda,” (Willie H. Sports Complex). Movies begin 15 minutes before sundown. Full schedule: www.sandiegoparksfoundation.org -
On July 12, 2025At Carlsbad, CA Categories: Special EventsFREE Carlsbad Village Clean-up. 9:30–11:30 am. Meet at Pure Project, 2825 State St. www.carlsbad-village.com
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On July 12, 2025At Alta Vista Botanical Gardens Categories: OutdoorsKids in the Garden: Bugs & Butterflies. How do they grow and change? 10 am–12 noon. $5. Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. Pre-register at farmerjonesavbg@gmail.com. https://altavistabotanicalgardens.org -
On July 12, 2025At Little Italy, downtown San Diego Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Marine Band Summer Concert. Dance to “Hot Brass” & “Sound Strike” - ooh-rah! 7 pm. Piazza della Famiglia, Little Italy. www.littleitalysd.com -
On July 12, 2025At Grossmont Center Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Sounds of Summer. Every second & fourth Sat. through Sept. 27, 5:30–7:30 pm. Grossmont Center Courtyard, 5500 Grossmont Ctr. Dr., La Mesa. www.grossmontcenter.com -
On July 12, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: Special EventsBrazilian Festival. Kids zone, Samba dancing and more. 1–10 pm. $20. Waterfront Park, 1600 Pacific Hwy. www.brazilianfestival.org/sandiego -
On July 12, 2025At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Tierrasanta Concerts in the Park. Kid Zone with jumpers, face painting and food trucks. Saturdays, 6–9 pm through July 26. Tierrasanta Rec. Center, 11220 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. www.facebook.com/summerconcerts
