Events from August 30, 2026
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 2026At Del Mar Racetrack Categories: Special EventsDel Mar Racetrack. Gates open at 11:30 am. 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. www.delmarracing.com
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 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
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On August 30, 2026At NTC Park at Liberty Station Categories: FREE, Fairs & FestivalsFREE Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair. Hands-on activities, an interactive butterfly garden and crafting stations. Today & tomorrow, 11 am–6 pm. NTC Park, 2640 Cushing Rd. www.jackalopeartfair.com/san-diego
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On August 30, 2026At Hwy. 101, Leucadia Categories: Art Show, FREEFREE LeucadiART Walk. Art, music, culture and fun. 10 am–5 pm. Along Hwy. 101. www.leucadia101.com