Events from September 20, 2026
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On September 20, 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 20, 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 20, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: ConcertHumphreys Concerts by the Bay. Enjoy sparkling views of Point Loma and San Diego Bay while experiencing top entertainment in an outdoor venue. Tonight, June 23 & 26. 2241 Shelter Island Dr. Full schedule & tickets: www.humphreysconcerts.com -
On September 20, 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 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 September 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 2026At Petco Park Categories: Sporting EventsKidsFest. Bounce houses, face painting, games and more. Today, Sept. 20 & 27. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com -
On September 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 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 20, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Special EventsSan Diego Design Week. Exhibitions, workshops and more. Through Sept. 20. Details and tickets: www.sddesignweek.org -
On September 20, 2026At North Coast Repertory Theatre Categories: Theatre“Good Night, Oscar.” Experience the glamorous, and not-so-glamorous, behind-the-scenes chaos of show business at its peak. Through Oct. 11. North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach. www.northcoastrep.org -
On September 20, 2026At Bates Nut Farm Categories: HalloweenPumpkin Patch at Bates Nut Farm. Tractor hayrides, straw maze and more. Through Oct. 31. 15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center. https://batesnutfarm.biz -
On September 20, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: Special EventsSan Diego Bayfair. Southern California’s largest annual powerboat competition and beach festival. Through Sept. 20. Starting at $30. Mission Bay. www.sandiegobayfair.org -
On September 20, 2026At Liberty Station Categories: HalloweenGoff Family Pumpkin Patch at Liberty Station. Through Oct. 31, Sun.-Thurs., 9 am–8 pm & Fri.–Sat., 9 am–9 pm. 2830 Perry Rd. www.gofffamilypumpkinpatch.com -
On September 20, 2026At San Diego, CA Categories: FREEFREE Adams Avenue Street Fair. Carnival rides, music and more. Today, 10 am–10 pm & tomorrow, 10 am–6 pm. Normal Heights. www.adamsavenuestreetfair.com -
On September 20, 2026At Vista, CA Categories: Special EventsVista Viking Festival. Hands-on demonstrations, authentic Viking encampments and more. Today, 10 am–8 pm & tomorrow, 10 am–6 pm. $10–$35; 5 & under free. Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista. www.vistavikingfestival.com -
On September 20, 2026At Carlsbad, CA Categories: Art Show, FREEFREE Artwalk Carlsbad. Fine art, music and more. Today, 11 am–6 pm & tomorrow, 10 am–5 pm. Above the Flower Fields, Armada Dr. www.artwalksandiego.org -
On September 20, 2026At Temecula, CA Categories: HalloweenPeltzer Pumpkin Farm. Pumpkins, petting farm and more. Through Oct. 31. Mon.–Fri., 10 am–8 pm; Sat. & Sun., 9 am–8 pm. $2–$4. 39925 Calle Contento, Temecula. www.peltzerfarms.com -
On September 20, 2026At The Wave Waterpark Categories: FREEFREE Military, Fire & Law Day at the Wave Waterpark. Active or retired military, firefighters and law enforcement personnel receive free admission with a valid ID. 12–5 pm. The Wave Waterpark, 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com -
On September 20, 2026At Liberty Station Categories: Special EventsBunnyfest. Kids crafts, bunny photo booth, games and more. 10 am–3 pm. $6.63; 5 & under free. Liberty Station, 2705 Cushing Rd. www.sandiegobunnyfest.org -
On September 20, 2026At Belmont Park Categories: Walk, RaceDipper Dash 5K. Dash through this iconic Mission Beach course and finish in the heart of Belmont Park. 8 am. Belmont Park, 3146 Mission Blvd. Register: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/127761/belmont-parks-dipper-dash-5k
