Events from September 05, 2026
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On September 05, 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 September 05, 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 September 05, 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 September 05, 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 September 05, 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 September 05, 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 September 05, 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 September 05, 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 September 05, 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 September 05, 2026At Old Town San Diego Categories: FREELocal Residents Ride FREE when accompanied by a full-fare guest by using the Hometown Pass. Through Sept. 30. Old Town Trolley Tours, 4010 Twiggs St. www.trolleytours.com -
On September 05, 2026At San Diego Civic Theatre Categories: Theatre“Phantom of the Opera.” Lloyd Webber’s celebrated romantic and soaring score includes “The Music of the Night,” “All I Ask of You,” and the iconic title song. Through Sept. 13. Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave. www.broadwaysd.com -
On September 05, 2026At Petco Park Categories: Sporting EventsPadres Home Games. Sept. 4–6 vs. Yankees; Sept. 7–9 vs. Nationals; Sept. 18–20 vs. Marlins; Sept. 25–27 vs. D–backs. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com -
On September 05, 2026At Lake Poway Categories: FishingNight Fishing. Today & tomorrow, 4–11:30 pm. $3–$7. Lake Poway, 14644 Lake Poway Rd. www.poway.org -
On September 05, 2026At Barona Sports Complex Categories: FREE, Special EventsFREE Barona Powwow. Dancing, drums and more. Through Sept. 6. Barona Sports Park, 1095 Barona Rd., Lakeside. www.facebook.com/BaronaPowwow -
On September 05, 2026At Escondido CA Categories: FREEFREE Grape Day Festival. Entertainment, Kids Zone, animal encounters and more. 12–6 pm. Grape Day Park, 321 N. Broadway, Escondido. www.grapedayfest.org -
On September 05, 2026At Julian CA Categories: Special EventsJulian Grape Stomp Festa. Kick off your shoes, roll up your pant legs and squish grapes beneath your feet. 11 am–5 pm. $25. Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian Orchards Dr. www.juliangrapestomp.com -
On September 05, 2026At 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 & tomorrow, Sept. 11, 12, 19, 25 & 26. Starting at $205. Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido. www.sdzsafaripark.org -
On September 05, 2026At Bates Nut Farm Categories: Special EventsPony Rides. Children enjoy two laps around the farm zoo. $14 per ride. 10 am–2 pm. Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center. www.batesnutfarm.biz -
On September 05, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, MoviesFREE Summer Movies in the Park: “Zootopia 2.” Tonight, Hilton Head County Park, El Cajon; Sept. 11, Lindo Lake County Park, Lakeside; Sept. 12, Brengle Terrace Park, Vista. Full Schedule: www.summermoviesinthepark.com -
On September 05, 2026At Snapdragon Stadium Categories: Sporting EventsSDSU Aztec Football Home Game. Today & Sept. 19. Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way. Tickets: www.goaztecs.com -
On September 05, 2026At La Jolla, CA Categories: Fairs & FestivalsPacific Soul Jazz Festival. Two unforgettable days of jazz, soul, R&B, gospel and contemporary music. Today & tomorrow, 12–8 pm. Starting at $40. UCSD Epstein Family Amphitheater, 9500 Gillman Dr., La Jolla. www.pacificsouljazzfestival.com -
On September 05, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: MoviesRooftop Cinema: “Moana.” Classic cinema concessions, personal headphones and an amazing view. 1:15 pm. $11–$20. The Porto Vista Hotel, 1835 Columbia St., Little Italy. Full schedule: www.rooftopcinemaclub.com -
On September 05, 2026At Seaport Village Categories: Special EventsRingers at Seaport Village. An open-air roller-skating experience along the Embarcadero. Open daily. 821 West Harbor Dr. Details: www.seaportvillage.com/explore/ringers-roller-rink
