Events from August 16, 2026
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On August 16, 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 August 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 August 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 August 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 August 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 August 16, 2026At Coronado, CA Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Coronado Summer Concert Series. Sundays through Sept. 6, 6:30 pm. Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave. https://coronadoconcert.com -
On August 16, 2026At The Wave Waterpark Categories: Water FunThe Wave Waterpark. Slide tower, flow rider, riptide slide and more. Daily through Aug. 9, then weekends through Sept. 27. 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com -
On August 16, 2026At Del Mar Racetrack Categories: Special EventsDel Mar Racetrack. Gates open at 11:30 am. 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. www.delmarracing.com -
On August 16, 2026At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksLEGO Festival. Step into a festival experience designed for kids to spark creativity, self-expression and the simple joy of playing together featuring five interactive zones to spark endless imagination including Music, Creative and Chill-Out Zones, with brand-new headliners in the Thrill and Play Zones joining the line-up. Through August 30. LEGOLAND, One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On August 16, 2026At North Coast Repertory Theatre Categories: Theatre“Scapin.” Through Aug. 16. (closed Mon. & Tues.). North Coast Rep., 987 Lomas Santa Fe, Solana Beach. www.northcoastrep.org -
On August 16, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Whale WatchingWhale & Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruises. Search for gray whales, blue whales, minke whales and more. Fri.–Mon. through Sept. 7, 9 am–1 pm. $63–$79; 3 & under free. Pier Two 970 N. Harbor Dr. www.cityexperiences.com -
On August 16, 2026At Southern California Railway Museum Categories: Train RidesHarry Potter: A Hogwarts Express Adventure. Test your courage, loyalty, ambition and wit on this magical train. Through Sept. 27, closed Mon. & Tues. $72–$93. Southern California Railway Museum, 2201 S “A” St., Perris, CA. www.socalrailway.org -
On August 16, 2026At Seaport Village Categories: SkatingRingers at Seaport Village. An open-air roller-skating experience along the Embarcadero. 821 West Harbor Dr. Details: www.seaportvillage.com/explore/ringers-roller-rink -
On August 16, 2026At San Diego Civic Theatre Categories: TheatreAlicia Keys’ “Hell’s Kitchen.” A musical about finding yourself, your purpose and the community that lifts you. Through Aug. 16. Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave. Tickets: www.broadwaysd.com -
On August 16, 2026At Moonlight Amphitheater Categories: Theatre“Guys & Dolls.” Bustling with charm, wit and toe-tapping tunes, this golden-age Broadway musical never goes out of style. 8 pm. Through Aug. 29, closed Mon. & Tues. Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1250 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. www.moonlightstage.com -
On August 16, 2026At Vista, CA Categories: Fairs & FestivalsSummergrass San Diego. Bluegrass festival. Through Aug. 16. Starting at $35. Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista. www.summergrass.net -
On August 16, 2026At Casa del Prado Theatre, Balboa Park Categories: BalletFairy Tales in the Park. Excerpts of classic tales such as “Cinderella”, “Little Red Riding Hood” & “Snow White.” Today & tomorrow, 11 am & 2 pm. $18. Presented by San Diego Civic Youth Ballet. Casa del Prado, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.sdcyb.org -
On August 16, 2026At Liberty Station Categories: Craft FairSan Diego Made Endless Summer Market. Celebrate the creative community and small businesses with vendors, live music, crafts, photo ops and more. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–5 pm. $5; 10 & under free. Liberty Station, Ingram Plaza, 2751 Dewey Rd. www.sdmademarkets.com/summer-market-2026 -
On August 16, 2026At Belmont Park Categories: Special EventsNational Roller Coaster Day. Guests can ride the iconic Giant Dipper for $4 (half off). 11 am–10 pm. Belmont Park, 3146 Mission Blvd. www.belmontpark.com -
On August 16, 2026Summer Concert Series: Cheez Whiz. 5:30–7 pm. Parking, $10. Lake Poway, 14644 Lake Poway Rd., Poway. www.poway.org
