Events from August 20, 2026
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On August 20, 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 20, 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 20, 2026At UltraStar Mission Valley Cinemas at Hazard Center Categories: MoviesUltraStar Cinemas Discount Thursdays. 50% off all movie tickets and popcorn. 7510 Hazard Center Dr. Showtimes: www.ultrastarmovies.com -
On August 20, 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 August 20, 2026At Gaslamp Quarter, downtown San Diego Categories: MoviesMovie Nights at the Museum. After-hours self-guided tour of the Davis-Horton House, followed by a screening of a different classic film in the courtyard. Every 3rd Thursday, 6:45 pm. $10. 410 Island Ave. www.gaslampmuseum.org -
On August 20, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Special EventsSunset Luaus on the Bay. Family-friendly event with leis, island music, dance entertainment and more. Thursdays through Sept. 3, 6–9 pm. Catamaran Resort Hotel, 3999 Mission Blvd. Tickets: www.catamaranresort.com -
On August 20, 2026FREE La Mesa Classic Car Show & Music Event. Thursdays, 5–8 pm through Aug. 28. La Mesa Blvd. www.lamesavillageassociation.org -
On August 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 2026At The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE San Diego Symphony Rehearsal. Experience the behind-the-scenes rehearsal. Aug. 6–8, 13, 20–21 & 27–28. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way. www.theshell.org/rady-shell-community/open-rehearsals/ -
On August 20, 2026At Gaslamp Quarter, downtown San Diego Categories: SportsGaslamp Quarter Urban Pickleball. Three blocks of Fifth Ave. transform into San Diego’s only urban pickleball venue. Thursdays through Sept. 3, 4 pm–sunset. Gaslamp Quarter. https://gaslampurbanpickleball.com/ -
On August 20, 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 20, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: holiday teasAlice in Wonderland’s Tea Party Themed Tea. All themed teas are different, most include an intro game, quiz and a take–home gift. Through Aug. 30, 12:30 & 3:30 pm. $64.95. The Britannia Tearooms, 2323 Midway Dr. Reservations: www.afternoonteasandiego.com -
On August 20, 2026At San Diego Civic Theatre Categories: Theatre“Water for Elephants.” A stunning, emotional, heart-filled and gorgeously imaginative musical. Through Aug. 23. Civic Theater, 1100 Third Ave. Tickets: www.broadwaysd.com -
On August 20, 2026At Encinitas, CA Categories: FREE, Special EventsFREE Encinitas Cruise Night. Classic cars, live music and more. 5:30–7:30 pm. S. Coast Hwy. 101. www.encinitas101.com
