Free things to do in Downtown San Diego this weekend

Fri, Sep 25–27

3 things to do across 3 venues in Downtown San Diego this weekend (Fri, Sep 25–27): 2 art & exhibitions. Updated nightly, free as listed by the venue.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 1

1. 10:00 AM

   Gaslamp Artisan Market 2026

   Fifth Avenue, Gaslamp Quarter · San Diego

   The Gaslamp Artisan Market is an outdoor shopping event on Fifth Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter, held every Saturday and Sunday. Shoppers can browse hand-crafted treasures, art, jewelry, and clothing from local vendors. Hours are 10am to 4pm.

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On view this weekend 2

1. On view · through Sun, Oct 4

   'Sugar Rush': OMA's Artist Alliance at Sparks Gallery

   Sparks Gallery · San Diego

   A free art exhibit presented by OMA's Artist Alliance at Sparks Gallery, running from August 10 through October 4, 2026. The show features works from a collective of local artists.

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2. On view · through Sat, Nov 7

   'Becoming Heirlooms:' A Craft Desert Exhibition

   San Diego Central Library: Judith Harris Art Gallery · San Diego

   A craft exhibition curated by Kerianne Quick and Adam John Manley in conjunction with Handwork 2026, a Craft in America initiative, examining the power of craft and art objects as functional heirlooms. On view through November 7, 2026, with an opening reception on September 11…

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