June 1-September - SUMMER NIGHTS AT SEA WORLD San Diego, California | Website When the sun goes down, the entire park transforms. Special evening entertainment and the Sky Splash fireworks nightly celebration. Visit the website for extended evening hours. |
June - September - HUMPHREY'S CONCERTS BY THE BAY San Diego, California Phone: 619-220-8497 | Website: This popular venue returns this summer with artists Boz Scaggs, Rescue Me Comedy Tour 2, Denis Leary, Basia, Jesse Cook and much more. Check out the website for complete schedule, ticket prices and showtimes. |
June 12-September 24 - THE OLD GLOBE THEATRE PRESENTS SHAKESPEARE San Diego, California Phone: 619-234-5623 | Website: Enjoy three well-known plays by Shakespeare beginning in June and running till September in the Lowell Davies Festival Theatre. Check website for ticket price and showtimes. King Lear 6/12-9/23 The Taming of the Shrew 6/16-9/26 The Madness of George III 6/19-9/24 |
June- September - CRUSIN GRAND 5:00-9:00pm Escondido, California | Website: Cruisin' Grand hits the streets filling Grand Avenue with 5,000?8,000 visitors and 400+ Classic Cars. Cruisin' Grand is honored to be called one of the best cruises in the country. We try to keep it simple, and focus only on what works with our community history, i.e. 1973 and earlier American-made Classics, Customs, Vintage,Muscle, and Hot Rods cruising Grand Ave, just like they did 50-60- years ago, on a Friday night, hopefully shoulder-to-shoulder with a date! |
June 1 - PADRE HOME GAME 7:05 PM San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs. NY Mets |
June 1 - LAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN 10:15 am - 4:00 pm Chula Vista to Oceanside, California Phone: 619-283-6100 phone: Teresa Contrera | Website Over 200 law enforcement personnel from several agencies will run with a flame-let torch along the western edge of San Diego passing it from one to another in a relay format. The route extends from Chula Vista to Oceanside. Fundraiser for the Special Olympics in Southern California. |
June 2 - SUNBURNT SPLASH & DASH DUATHON 3:00-9:00pm Mission Beach, California Phone: (856) 229-1415 phone: Kevin Smoker | Website: The event is a duathon (swim & run) at Mission Beach for all age athletes. Participants can choose to swim (800-meters) or run (5K), or do a combination of both. A dinner will be served for those who participate. There will also be a small expo with athletic equipment and attire. . $20. |
June 2 - PADRE HOME GAME 3:35pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs NY Mets |
June 4-5 - TEMECULA VALLEY BALLOON & WINE FESTIVAL 5:00 pm Lake Skinner, California Phone: 951-676-6713 | Website: This event offers top name concerts, wine tasting, kid's faire, crafts and food. Lake Skinner ( 37701 Warren Rd, Winchester CA) |
June 5 - CANYONEER'S WALK 8:00 AM San Diego, California Phone: 619-255-0171 | Website: Go on a walk with a group led by a trail guide and learn about plants and animals. Hike through Shepard Canyon in the greenbelt area to a small reservoir. This is an easy walk. Meet at Greenbelt Canyon ( Thomas Bros. Map 1229-H7. |
June 5 - SUMMER FACELIFT 8am-2pm City Heights - SD, California Phone: 619- 563-4014 phone: Linda Pennenoto | Website: Volunteers are coming together to spruce up the City Heights neighborhood by doing minor landscaping, removing trash and debris, planting trees and flowers, and painting the exterior of homes of low income seniors, families, and disabled persons. |
June 5 - GREATEST SHOW ON TURF 8am-2pm Balboa Park - SD, California Phone: (619) 396-0308 phone: Paula Brandes | Website: A showcase of antique, classic, and specialty vehicles will be on display and judged in various categories for awarded prizes. Vehicles range from model-t's, speedsters, roadsters, sports cars, hotrods, lowriders, woodies, convertibles, foreign cars, and others. . Balboa Park. $10 (to display a vehicle). |
June 5 - THE RED BALL 7:00-11:00pm San Diego, California Phone: (619) 295-8232 phone: Indra Gardiner | Website: This gala is held indoors and outdoors where regional artists and musicians perform on stage and roaming performers interact with guests. Music, dancing, silent auctions, cocktails, and hors d'oeuvres from local chefs. Festive attire and the color "red" is encouraged. . Sushi Urban Arts Center (237 11th Ave. near J Street) $60 (individual) - $110 (2-persons) |
June 5 - LET'S MOVE TOGETHER ARTHRITIS WALK 7:00am-1:30pm Liberty Station- S.D., California Phone: (658) 492-1090 phone: Andrea Muir | Website: Nationwide walking event that benefits the Arthritis Foundation. Having a daily walking routine is a great way to prevent or treat arthritis. Walking moves the muscles and lubricates the joints for more flexibility. So, let's get together and get out and walk! |
June 5-6 - FIESTA DEL SOL 9:00am - 9:00pm Solana Beach, California Phone: 858-755-4775 phone: S.B.Chamber | Website: Over 55,000 attendees are expected to turn out for this two-day, summer kickoff party. Features live music, arts & crafts fair, children's activities and an international food court. The Fiesta is held in the Fletcher Cove area at the west end of Lomas Santa Fe. |
June 5-June 6 - CAMP PENDLETON WORLD FAMOUS MUD RUN 9:00 am Camp Pendleton, California | Website: The Mud Run's challenging hills, tire obstacles, river crossings, tunnel crawl and the final 30-foot mud pit ensure this event to be the most fun you could ever have! Location: Lake O'Neill, Camp Pendleton. |
June 6 - SAN DIEGO ROCK N' ROLL MARATHON 6:30am-12:00pm. San Diego, California Phone: (858) 450-6510 phone: Elizabeth Cox | Website: Athletes worldwide are coming to participate in one of the nation's premier marathons where live bands and cheerleading groups entertain athletes along a televised 26.2-mile scenic course that travels throughout San Diego. In conjunction with the "Rock n' Roll Hall Marathon'. $95-$125. |
June 6 - RANCHO BERNARDO ALIVE! EXPO 10:00am-4 :00pm Rancho Bernardo, California Phone: (858) 487-1767 phone: Debra Rosen | Rancho Bernardo is alive with a big festival! Come and enjoy continuous entertainment by musicians and performers, a business showcase, car show, Kid's Zone, Cultural Center, health screenings, food court, arts & crafts, and games & rides. Bernardo Center Drive (between Lomica Dr. & Bernardo Plaza Dr.) |
June 11 - July 5 SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR 10:00am-11:00pm Del Mar, California Phone: 658-793-55551 | Website: "Taste The Fun". The San Diego County Fair will celebrate food - not just the food that fairs are famous for, but also the food that is part of our lives each and every day. Del Mar Fairgrounds. Adults, $13.00 Ages 62 and older, $7.00 Ages 6-12, $7.00 (free on Tuesdays) Ages 5 and younger, free See website for promotions. |
June 11 - PADRES HOME GAME 7:05 pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs Seattle |
June 12 - PADRES HOME GAME 5:35 pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs. Seattle |
June 12 - FATHER'S DAY SLEEPOVER AT THE ZOO 4:00pm San Diego, California Phone: 619-718-3000 | Website: Kids ages 4 and up can share an overnight adventure with theirs dads. Includes animal encounters, hike, hearty dinner, campfire sing-along and a hot breakfast in the morning. |
June 12 - SAN DIEGO POLICE AUCTION 8:30am-1:00pm. Balboa Park, California Phone: (6191 531-2767 | Website: A public auction of unclaimed items through the San Diego Police Department will be held at Balboa Park. A large assortment of miscellaneous merchandise such as bicycles, electronics, gadgets, and jewelry are sold to the highest bidder. No automobiles or land property will be sold at this auction. |
June 12, 13, - GRUNION RUN 9:30, 10:30 pm San Diego Beaches, California Phone: 310-548-7562 | Website: Grunion are small silvery fish about 5" long that come ashore with the tide to lay eggs, return to the ocean with the next wave. Fish are to be caught by hand only. Age 16 and older must have a Fishing License. |
June 13 - PADRES HOME GAME 1:05 pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs Seattle |
June 14 - PADRES HOME GAME 7:05 pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs Toronto |
June 15 - PADRES HOME GAME 7:05 pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs Toronto |
June 16 - PADRES HOME GAME 3:35pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs Toronto |
June 17 - SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION 5:00-8:00pm Del Mar, California Phone: 858-755-1179 | Website: Come experience delectable culinary creations from Del Mar's highly regarded restaurants, enjoy selections from some of California's best wineries and breweries and participate in a lively silent/live auction. The enticing sounds of steel drums, amazing front-row sunset views and balmy ocean breezes. Powerhouse Park, Del Mar. |
June 18 - PADRES HOME GAME 7:05pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs Baltimore |
June 19 - PADRES HOME GAME 5:35pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs Baltimore |
June 18-20- CITY HEIGHTS CARNIVAL DAYS 3:00-10:00pm. City Heights, SD, California Phone: (619) 696-7916 phone: Greg Nicita | Bring your family and friends for a good time with entertaining carnival games and thrilling carnival rides. City Heights Rec Center soccer field (4380 Landis St.) $1-$3 (per ride) |
June 19 - 12th ANNUAL OLD HOUSE FAIR 10am-4pm San Diego, California Phone: (619) 233-6679 phone: Maureen Ceceare | Website: If you're considering to restore an older home or spruce up a newer one, this event is for you. This is where you can meet local craftspeople and community businesses that specialize in repairing, restoring, and preserving homes. The event also offers historic home tours and activities for kids. . 30th St (between Cedar St. & Ash St.) - Beech St (between Fern St. & Date SI.) |
June 19 - COOPER FAMILY JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION 11am-6pm San Diego, California Phone: (619) 245-3367 phone: Maria Cooper | The Cooper family has organized an enriching educational event celebrating cultural awareness of African-American history. The event offers drumming, dancing, fine art, and assorted merchandise. There's a jumper area for young children, a Teen Stage for teens, and an Adult Stage for adults. . Imperial Ave (between 29lh St. & 30th St.) |
June 20 - FATHER'S DAY KAYAK ADVENTURE 9:00am-1:30pm. Escondido, California Phone: 619-255-0203 phone: Info desk | The thrill of riding in a kayak exploring the area around the Lake Hodges reservoir. The mixture of a riparian forest and a live oak woodland offers a good habitat for wildlife. $65 (adult) - $20 (child age 6-12) |
June 20 - HORNBLOWER'S FATHER'S DAY BEER AND CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH CRUISE 9am or 2pm San Diego, California Phone: 619-686-8715 | Website: Celebrate Dad aboard the mega-yacht Inspiration Hornblower with a specialty brunch menu including all dad's favorite dishes and free-flowing beer and champagne. Dads take home a free pint glass! Choose from either a 9am or 2pm departure for a two-hour cruise. Grape Street Pier: 1600 N Harbor Dr. |
June 20 - PADRES HOME GAME 1:05 pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs Baltimore |
June 25 - FULL MOON PADDLE ON MISSION BAY 7:00pm Mission Bay, California Phone: 619-255-0203 | Website: Enjoy a nighttime tour of Mission Bay on a kayak while searching for sea lions and bird species. East Mission Bay (shoreline water near Sea World) No experience necessary. |
June 26-27 - SCOTTISH HIGHLAND GAMES & GATHERING Vista, California Phone: 760-726-3691 | Website Highland dancing, drum major, bagpipe & drumming competitions, sheep dog trials, country dancing, food & drink. Location: Vista at the Moonlight Ampitheatre in Brengle Terrace Park. |
June 26-27 - LA JOLLA FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS 9am-5pm La Jolla, California Phone: (856) 566-1202 phone: Info desk | Website: The event features outstanding works of nearly 200 talented artists from the USA and Mexico. Watch street painters use chalk art to turn an asphalt canvas into a colorful street ol colors, meet celebrity authors for book signings, listen to lectures, enjoy live music, and shop for a variety of art. . UCSD East Campus: Genesee Ave & Regents Rd. $10 (age 11 & older) ~ FREE (age 10 & younger) |
June 26 - OCEAN BEACH FESTIVAL & CHILI-COOK-OFF 10am-8pm. Ocean Beach, California Phone: 619- 224-4906 phone: Denny Knox | Website: Follow the aroma of hot tasty chili and the sounds of rock, blues, and jazz to streets lined with vendor booths. Watch beachy activities, visit the Community Mural, Artist Alley, antique shops, Beer Gardens, and a Kiddie Area. |
June 26 - SUMMER POPS TUX & TENNIES SUMMER BASH 7:30pm San Diego, California Phone: 619-237-1960 | Website: Toni Braxton takes center stage singing her string of hits including Another Sad Love Song, Breathe Again and You're Making me High. Wear you tux, wear your tennis and join us for the classiest coolest night in town. |
June 26, 27 - GRUNION RUN 10:00 pm San Diego Beaches, California Phone: 310-548-7562 | Website: Grunion are small silvery fish about 5" long that come ashore with the tide to lay eggs, return to the ocean with the next wave. Fish are to be caught by hand only. Age 16 and older must have a Fishing License. |
June 27 - 27th ANNUAL SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL TRIATHLON 6:45-11:45am. San Diego, California Phone: (858) 268-1250 phone: Rick Kozlowski | Top pro triathletes will compete for a $10.000 prize. The International Course consists of a 1,000-meter swim, 10K cycle, and 10K run. The Sprint Course consists of a 500-meter swim, 20K cycle, and 6-mile run. An expo accompanies the event: music, merchandise, snacks, and beer garden. Spanish Landing Park, $100 (individual for Sprint Course) - $125 (individual for International Course) -$125 (relay team for International Course) |
June 28 - PADRES HOME GAME 7:05 pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs Colorado |
June 29 - PADRES HOME GAME 7:05 pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs Colorado |
June 30 - PADRES HOME GAME 12:35 pm San Diego, California | Website: Home Game vs Colorado |