57 events across 27 venues in San Diego County on Wednesday, August 19, 2026: 21 art & exhibitions, 10 food & drink, 9 outdoors. Updated nightly.
An entry-level exhibition at the Mingei International Museum drawn from its permanent collection, exploring the global significance of grains as both a source of sustenance and an inspiration for human creativity and craft.
Tickets & detailsAn exhibition at the Mingei International Museum featuring over sixty works of craft and art related to fishing, exploring both utilitarian fishing objects and the deep cultural relationship between people and fish.
Tickets & detailsAn exhibition at the Mingei International Museum featuring intricately woven reed sculptures by India Thompson that transform everyday domestic objects into meditations on ownership, emotional attachment, and the meaning of home in the age of renting.
Tickets & detailsThe first exhibition dedicated to the multifaceted career of Cecil Beaton (1904–1980) — photographer, fashion illustrator, Oscar-winning costume designer, and writer — showcasing his extraordinary influence on both British and American creative scenes in the twentieth century.
Tickets & detailsA free textile art exhibit at the Visions Museum of Textile Art exploring ocean-inspired forms and soft sculptural works. On display through October 2026.
Tickets & detailsA free exhibition at the Visions Museum of Textile Art showcasing Japanese quilting art from the 17th Quilt Nihon competition. The exhibit continues through October 2026.
Tickets & detailsAn ongoing outdoor sculpture exhibit at the Bonita Museum & Cultural Center featuring color-changing artworks. The exhibit runs through December 2026 and is free to visit.
Tickets & detailsAn interactive exhibit at the Comic-Con Museum inspired by the Doctor Who universe, exploring the intersection of science fiction and real-world science. The exhibit runs from August 3, 2026 through January 14, 2027.
Tickets & detailsAn ongoing art exhibit at the Granger Hotel featuring works inspired by the natural world, from flora to fauna. The exhibit runs through December 31, 2026.
Tickets & detailsAn exhibit at the San Diego History Center marking the 250th anniversary of the United States, on view through September 30, 2026. Admission is donation-based.
Tickets & detailsA family-friendly exhibit at Birch Aquarium at Scripps, running through September 30, 2026. Admission is included with general aquarium entry.
Tickets & detailsA 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.
Tickets & detailsA free, ongoing demonstration series featuring artists creating works in arts and crafts and visual arts disciplines at the Village Arts Center in Balboa Park. The series runs through September 30, 2026.
Tickets & detailsAn exhibition at the San Diego Natural History Museum exploring San Diego's unique position at the crossroads of desert and sea, examining what makes the city a natural oasis that draws millions of visitors each year.
Tickets & detailsAn IMAX film at the Fleet Science Center that takes audiences on an unforgettable journey along Vancouver Island's rugged coast, following a sea otter named Finn in a story about family and wild beauty.
Tickets & detailsAn IMAX experience at the Fleet Science Center showcasing the breathtaking images captured by NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, journeying to the beginning of time, newly discovered cosmic landscapes, and distant exoplanets.
Tickets & detailsFairmont Grand Del Mar presents a year-long series of immersive culinary and spirits events, including expert-led tastings and paired dining experiences. The series is designed to highlight world-class hospitality alongside passion for flavor in a scenic canyon setting. Specific…
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Tickets & detailsAn exhibition at the Fleet Science Center uncovering one of the most daring wildlife experiments in American history — the reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone National Park after a 50-year absence, told through long-lost 16mm archival footage.
Tickets & detailsThis exhibition presented by The Dean Collection highlights work by local artists including MJ Pimentel, whose piece "Handball Courts" (2025) is featured. The show is on view from April 18 through November 8, 2026.
Tickets & detailsAn epic IMAX film at the Fleet Science Center that travels the globe to celebrate the extraordinary bond between humans and horses, exploring how these remarkable animals have shaped human history and culture.
Tickets & detailsAn exhibition at the San Diego Natural History Museum telling the remarkable stories of three animal species rescued from the edge of extinction, exploring how conservationists fight to save species when time is running out.
Tickets & detailsAn exhibition at the San Diego Natural History Museum that takes visitors to three untouched remote atolls thousands of miles from civilization, revealing secrets about ocean ecosystems and the human impact on our planet.
Tickets & detailsThe Del Mar Branch of the San Diego County Library, the Del Mar Foundation, and the Salk Institute present: Posters Created by Internationally Known Artist Françoise Gilot for "Symphony at Salk" Concerts 1996-2023. When Françoise Gilot was a 21-year-old art student in Paris, she…
Tickets & detailsImperial Beach Arts and Imperial Beach Library are proud to present an exhibition of artwork from South Bay Artists as they interpret the theme of celebrating Imperial Beach, as part of recognizing the City of Imperial Beach’s 70th birthday. The fifth annual exhibition will run…
Tickets & detailsA new elephant habitat or exhibit has opened and will be available for visitors through the end of 2026. The venue is not specified on this page but is likely a zoo or wildlife attraction in San Diego.
Tickets & detailsA recurring food and drink experience pairing pizza and wine, running from mid-July 2026 through early March 2027. The venue is not specified on this page.
Tickets & detailsAn expanded wine tour experience across San Diego running through the end of 2026. Details about specific stops or programming are not available on this page.
Tickets & detailsA sweet-themed café experience running through the end of 2026. Details about the venue and specific activities are not provided on this page.
Tickets & detailsA wine-tasting or wine-themed experience running through the end of 2026. Specific venue and programming details are not listed on this page.
Tickets & detailsA sailing experience available in San Diego running from mid-July 2026 through April 2027. Specific details about the vessel or departure location are not provided on this page.
Tickets & detailsA train tour experience visiting San Diego wineries, running from mid-July 2026 through early March 2027. The tour is described as a famous San Diego attraction.
Tickets & detailsA film screening called Ocean Paradise is showing through November 20, 2026. The film likely explores ocean and marine life themes.
Tickets & detailsA sunset sailing experience available through April 2027. Guests can enjoy views of the San Diego bay at dusk.
Tickets & detailsFeaturing 48 works by 42 artists selected from over 1,000 submissions, this exhibition showcases the breadth of contemporary art from the San Diego–Tijuana region. The show was juried by artist and photographer Paul Mpagi Sepuya and is on display in the Joseph Clayes III Gallery…
Tickets & detailsAn ongoing improv comedy show at the National Comedy Theatre in San Diego. Performances run regularly through early 2027.
Tickets & detailsA new LEGO Galaxy themed area has opened at LEGOLAND California, offering immersive space-themed rides and attractions. The attraction is available through March 6, 2027.
Tickets & detailsA private chauffeured tour of San Diego-area vineyards, available from August 2, 2026 through August 31, 2027. Guests are transported in comfort to explore local wine country.
Tickets & detailsA sailing experience departing at sunset, offered as an ongoing activity through April 2027. Ideal for visitors looking to enjoy San Diego's coastline from the water.
Tickets & detailsA full-day guided electric bike tour exploring San Diego, available from August 2, 2026 through April 25, 2027. Riders can cover more ground with the assistance of e-bikes.
Tickets & detailsGuided tours of the historic California Tower at Balboa Park are available throughout the remainder of 2026.
Tickets & detailsA guided coastal tour combining electric bikes and train travel along the San Diego coastline, available as an ongoing experience.
Tickets & detailsA promotional discount of 10% on whale watching tours available Monday through Thursday, offered over an extended period.
Tickets & detailsGuided tours of Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres, are available through December 31, 2026. Visitors can explore the ballpark and learn about its history.
Tickets & detailsA brand-new Shark Encounter exhibit or experience has opened at a San Diego attraction and is available through December 31, 2026. No additional details are provided beyond the title and dates.
Tickets & detailsA recurring canine social event running from August 2026 through May 2027. No further details about format or venue were provided on the page.
Tickets & detailsA midday sailing experience available from August 2026 through April 2027. No additional details about the vessel or meeting point were listed on the page.
Tickets & detailsA pizza and wine social event running from August 2026 through March 2027. No venue or further details were listed on the page.
Tickets & detailsA brand-new shark encounter experience at a San Diego attraction, running through the end of 2026. Details beyond the title and dates are not provided on this page.
Tickets & detailsA discounted whale watching tour offer available Monday through Thursday, running from August 2026 through May 2027. Details beyond the title and dates are not provided on this page.
Tickets & detailsGuided tours of the California Tower in Balboa Park are available through late December 2026. Details beyond the title and dates are not provided on this page.
Tickets & detailsA wine-themed event or recurring experience called Sparkling Sunshine & Wine runs from August through December 2026. The listing suggests a festive, celebratory atmosphere centered around wine. No venue or specific details are provided on this page.
Tickets & detailsTake Me to the Water is a museum exhibition exploring histories of African American and Black communities connected to the Pacific Ocean, on display from August 11, 2026 through June 1, 2027. No specific museum or venue details were listed on the page beyond what is implied.
Tickets & detailsThe Shores Restaurant is offering a $19 Padres game-time dining special running from mid-August through late September. Visit during Padres game times to take advantage of the deal.
Tickets & detailsA winery-themed train tour through San Diego that runs through early 2027. This appears to be a recurring tour experience with no further details specified on this listing page.
Tickets & detailsAn event or pop-up experience themed around the classic Candy Land board game, running through the end of 2026. No venue or further details are given on this listing page.
Tickets & detailsA museum exhibit exploring histories connected to Black communities and the Pacific region. The exhibition runs for an extended period at a San Diego venue. No further details are provided on this page.
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