Events updated May 2024

San Diego Events & Festivals

Stay in the know with major happenings, neighborhoods affected, and ticketing deadlines confirmed with official partners.

Crowd enjoying an outdoor festival in San Diego

2024-2025 events calendar

Bookmark these highlights and reserve accommodations early during peak weeks.

EventDatesLocationInsider tip
San Diego County FairJune 12 - July 7, 2024Del Mar FairgroundsArrive before 11 a.m. to park onsite; Wednesdays are value days.
Comic-Con InternationalJuly 25 - July 28, 2024San Diego Convention CenterBook hotels 9 months ahead. Use the Green Line trolley to avoid road closures.
KAABOO Music FestivalSeptember 13 - September 15, 2024Petco ParkVIP passes include shade lounges. Downtown hotels sell out 60 days in advance.
San Diego Bay Wine + Food FestivalNovember 10 - November 16, 2024Waterfront ParkPurchase Grand Tasting tickets first?capacity capped at 2,500 guests.
Whale Watching SeasonMid-December - AprilPoint Loma & OceansideBook morning cruises; afternoons experience higher wind chop. Bring layers.

Weekly recurring events

Little Italy Mercato

Saturdays 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 150+ vendors. Park at the County Administration Center garage ($5 flat rate).

OB Sunset Market

Wednesdays 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Live music, vegan stalls, and ocean views. Bring cash for buskers.

Liberty Station Art Walk

First Friday monthly. Meet gallery owners and working artists; kid-friendly workshops.

Rady Shell Concerts

Summer series on the bay. Lawn seats allow outside food; check bag policy updated in May 2024.

Planning checklist

  1. Check the San Diego Tourism Authority calendar for new additions.
  2. Set price alerts for flights 90 days ahead of marquee events.
  3. Book dining reservations via Resy/OpenTable two weeks out during Comic-Con and summer weekends.
  4. Follow @SDCountyAlerts on Twitter for real-time road closures.