Events from August 22, 2026
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On August 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 August 22, 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 22, 2026At Santee Lakes Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Concert Series on the Deck. Saturdays, 5–7 pm. Parking $7. Santee Lakes, 9310 Fanita Pkwy. Details: www.santeelakes.com -
On August 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 2026At Petco Park Categories: Sporting EventsPadres Home Games. Today & tomorrow vs. Giants; Aug. 7–9 vs. Astros; Aug. 10–12 vs. Brewers; Aug. 21–23 vs. Twins & Aug. 24–26 vs. Pirates. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com -
On August 22, 2026At Hotel del Coronado Categories: MoviesMovies on the Beach. Tonight, Aug. 7–8, 14–15, 21–22, & 28–29. 8 pm. $25.75. Del Beach, 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado. Full schedule: www.hoteldel.com -
On August 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 2026At Snapdragon Stadium Categories: Sporting EventsSan Diego Wave FC. Cheer on our national women’s soccer team. Tonight & Aug. 12, 22 & 29. Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way. Tickets: www.sandiegowavefc.com -
On August 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 2026At The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park Categories: Concert“Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” in Concert with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra. Today & tomorrow, 7 pm. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way. www.theshell.org -
On August 22, 2026At Bayside Park Categories: FREE, Fairs & FestivalsFREE Chula Vista HarborFest. Maritime adventures, live entertainment, cultural experiences and family-friendly fun. 10 am–6 pm. Bayside Park, 999 Bayside Pkwy., Chula Vista. www.cvharborfest.com -
On August 22, 2026At USS Midway Museum Categories: Special EventsOvernight Adventure Program. Kids and families get to explore the ship after hours, enjoy exclusive time on the flight deck under the stars, sleep in actual Navy racks and more. Starting at $110. USS Midway Museum, 910 N. Harbor Dr. www.midway.org -
On August 22, 2026At San Marcos, CA Categories: ConcertSummer Concert Series. 6–9 pm. $10. Wood House, 1148 Rock Springs Rd., San Marcos. www.sanmarcosca.gov -
On August 22, 2026At Japanese Friendship Garden Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosNatsu Nights: Enchanted Curio Market. Extended hours in the upper garden to experience the outdoors in perfect summer weather. 5–8 pm. $5. Japanese Friendship Garden, Balboa Park. www.niwa.org -
On August 22, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Special EventsDelightful Dolls of So Cal. Antique, vintage and artist dolls and all kinds of doll-related merchandise. 10 am–2:30 pm. $6; under 12 free. Handlery Hotel, 950 Hotel Cir. N. www.facebook.com/delightfuldolls
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On August 22, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, Special EventsFREE KPBS San Diego Book Festival. Award-winning authors, activities, a main stage with live entertainment, exhibitors, a youth reading stage and exploration area and more. 10 am–4 pm. University of San Diego, 5998 Alcala Park Way. www.kpbs.org/sdbookfestival
