Events from September 13, 2026
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On September 13, 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 September 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 13, 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 -
On September 13, 2026At Moonlight Amphitheater Categories: Theatre“Come From Away.” An inspiring, true-story musical about when Gander, Newfoundland, welcomed 7,000 stranded passengers after 9/11. Through Sept. 26, 7:30 pm. Closed Mon. & Tues. Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1250 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. www.moonlightstage.com -
On September 13, 2026At Belmont Park Categories: FREEFREE Belmont Park’s Beachside Fall Fest. Seasonal entertainment, Halloween characters, trick-or-treating, live music and more. Through Oct. 31. 3146 Mission Blvd. www.belmontpark.com -
On September 13, 2026At Julian CA Categories: holiday teasApple Time Teas. An apple-themed version of the four-course Cottage Classic Tea. 11:30 am, 1 & 2:30 pm. Through Sept. 14. $15.95–$44.95. Julian Tea & Cottage Arts, 2124 Third St. Reservations required: www.juliantea.com -
On September 13, 2026At Pechanga Arena San Diego Categories: Special EventsRingling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. The circus is coming to town with special guests, the Ninja Kidz. Through Sept. 13. Starting at $14.90. Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. www.pechangaarenasd.com -
On September 13, 2026At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Halloween, Amusement ParksHowl-O-Scream at SeaWorld. Select dates through Oct. 31. 6 pm–close. Recommended for adults only. $35.99. 500 SeaWorld Dr. www.seaworld.com -
On September 13, 2026At Grape Day Park, downtown Escondido Categories: FREE, Special EventsFREE Fiestas Patrias Festival. Celebration of Mexican Independence and Hispanic heritage. Today, 5–10 pm & tomorrow, 11 am–5 pm. Grape Day Park, 321 N. Broadway. www.visitescondido.com -
On September 13, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Fairs & FestivalsCardiff Greek Festival. Food, music, dancing, Kids’ Fun Zone and more. Today, 10 am–10 pm & tomorrow, 11 am–9 pm. $4. 3459 Manchester Ave. www.cardiffgreekfestival.com -
On September 13, 2026At Big Bear Lake Convention Center Categories: OktoberfestBig Bear Lake Oktoberfest. Bands, beer, food and more. Weekends through Nov. 7. Sundays are Family Fun Days, kids under 12 free. Big Bear Convention Center, 42900 Big Bear Blvd. Tickets: www.bigbearevents.com -
On September 13, 2026At Sesame Place San Diego Categories: Halloween, Amusement ParksThe Count's Halloween Spooktacular. Silly, not-too-spooky fun. Select dates through Nov. 1, 10 am–6 pm. 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. www.sesameplace.com -
On September 13, 2026At Solana Beach Categories: OutdoorsSessions Surf Festival. A week long celebration of surf, music, film and art. Through Sept. 19. 2504 S. Coast Hwy. 101, Solana Beach. www.sessionssurffestival.com -
On September 13, 2026At Del Mar Categories: FREE, Special EventsFREE Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon. Furry surfers, prizes, costume contest and more. 8 am–2 pm. Benefits Helen Woodward Animal Center. Del Mar Dog Beach. www.animalcenter.org -
On September 13, 2026At Vista, CA Categories: FREE, Special EventsFREE Vista’s Fiestas Patrias. Honor Latino traditions through music, dance, kids’ play area and more. 12–4 pm. Linda Rhoades Rec. Ctr., 600 N Santa Fe Ave. www.vistachamber.org -
On September 13, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Symphony in the Park. Bring blankets and low-back chairs. 6–7:30 pm. Hoyt Park, Scripps Ranch Blvd. & Aviary Dr. www.symphonyinthepark.org -
On September 13, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FoodSan Diego Restaurant Week. More than 120 restaurants across 30+ neighborhoods will serve up exclusive prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus starting at just $30. Through Sept. 20. For a list of restaurants, visit www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com. -
On September 13, 2026At Oceanside, CA Categories: Special EventsNoche Mexicana. Celebrate Mexican Independence with baile folklórico, live music, kids’ activities and more. 1–7 pm. Downtown Oceanside Civic Ctr., 330 N. Hwy. 101. www.visitoceanside.org
