Summer in San Diego hits its stride this week with a vibrant array of events and celebrations for every kind of listener. If you’re looking for unforgettable things to do, here’s your guide to soaking up everything San Diego has to offer today through Sunday.
Tonight, Thursday July 17, kickstart your wellness journey at the Health and Wellness Summit from 4 to 8 PM at UC San Diego Park and Market. Expect expert speakers, hands-on sessions, and a whole floor dedicated to cutting-edge insights in fitness, nutrition, and mental health. For something more relaxed, make your way to Birchaquarium’s Shark Summer Trivia Night from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, or catch the Summer with Stuart pop-up concert at 6 PM. Karaoke Dreams is hosting a fun general-admission singalong night at 7, and the Wonders of the Wetlands lecture digs into San Diego’s marshes at 7 at Kendall-Frost Marsh Reserve.
All week long, San Diego Wellness Week, presented by prAna, offers yoga, Pilates, breathwork, and wellness classes across the city, ending Saturday with the Novo Dia Wellness Experience at the Museum of Contemporary Art—a day filled with panels, markets, and immersive experiences.
Sports fans, Snapdragon Stadium is hosting two San Diego FC home matches—tonight against Toronto FC and Saturday against Vancouver Whitecaps. Saturday’s game is Community Night, complete with a pre-game fan fest and a massive rally towel giveaway. Tickets start at just $21, making this a perfect outing for families or soccer enthusiasts.
Live music lovers, get ready: Friday and Saturday night are packed. Friday, Bronx hip-hop legend Fat Joe hits SeaWorld for an energetic evening. Gallagher Square hosts country stars Billy Currington and Kip Moore, while Incubus rocks the North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre—three unique ways to catch big headliners under the stars.
The Rady Shell on Saturday presents Disney’s The Lion King in Concert, where Hans Zimmer’s Oscar-winning score comes alive with a live symphony orchestra accompanying the film. It’s a magical way to experience this classic story with the waterfront as your backdrop.
Pride celebrations take over the weekend in Hillcrest and Balboa Park. The Pride Parade on Saturday morning is a highlight, followed by the massive Pride Festival at Marston Point running through Sunday. The UNITE Music Festival’s Sea Party on Sunday at The Rady Shell brings queer house music, performance art, and spectacular sunset views, uniting thousands in celebration.
Don’t miss the quirky OTL (Over-The-Line) tournament on Fiesta Island Saturday and Sunday, a beloved San Diego beach sport and spectacle. For racing fans, the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club’s racing season continues, so put on your fanciest hat and hit the track for some legendary “turf meets the surf” fun.
There’s something for every mood and every listener this weekend in San Diego. Thanks for tuning in, remember to subscribe so you never miss what’s next. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.