Family in San Diego on Sunday, September 27, 2026

18 events across 12 venues in San Diego County on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Updated nightly from venue calendars and ticketing sites.

Afternoon 1

2:00 PM
The Kumeyaay and Native Plants of San Diego County
Poway Library · Poway
Learn about local native plants and how the Kumeyaay used them for medicinal and other purposes.
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Ongoing / On view 17

On view · through Wed, Sep 30
'Imagine Wild' at Birch Aquarium
Birch Aquarium at Scripps · San Diego
A family-friendly exhibit at Birch Aquarium at Scripps, running through September 30, 2026. Admission is included with general aquarium entry.
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On view · through Wed, Sep 30
Bilingual Scavenger Hunt
Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach
Can you find the answers in Spanish? Try to find them all and decode the message! Earn one prize a day while supplies last. Recommended for kids ages 10 and under.
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On view · through Sat, Oct 3
Candy Land Cafe!
San Diego Tourism Authority (sandiego.org) · San Diego
A sweet-themed café experience running through the end of 2026. Details about the venue and specific activities are not provided on this page.
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On view · through Sat, Mar 6
LEGO® Galaxy NOW OPEN at LEGOLAND® California
LEGOLAND® California · Carlsbad
A 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.
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On view · through Thu, Dec 31
ALL-NEW Shark Encounter
Venue not listed · San Diego
A 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.
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On view · through Thu, Dec 31
ALL-NEW Shark Encounter
San Diego · San Diego
A 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.
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On view · through Thu, Dec 31
Candy Land Cafe!
Venue not listed · San Diego
An 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.
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On view · through Wed, Sep 30
September Videogaming at Crest
Crest Library · El Cajon
It's not just books at the library: Crest has videogames for patrons to enjoy, too! Visit Crest during its open hours and ask the front desk staff for access to the original Xbox One or Nintendo Switch. Please be mindful of others who also want a turn!
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On view · through Wed, Sep 30
September Community Puzzle
Crest Library · El Cajon
Visit the Crest branch to help work on or start a community puzzle!
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On view · through Wed, Sep 30
September Explore, Learn, and Play
Crest Library · El Cajon
Bring your young children to explore, learn, and play at the Crest branch in the children's area free play space. We provide a variety of sensory and educational toys and activities.
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On view · through Wed, Sep 30
September Scavenger Hunt
Crest Library · El Cajon
Find all 9 pictures hiding in the Crest library and claim a prize! Youngsters, kids, teens, and families are encouraged to visit the library to find them all! Scavenger hunt images will change monthly with different themes and hiding places.
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On view · through Wed, Sep 30
Hispanic Heritage Month Scavenger Hunt
Del Mar Library · Del Mar
Can you find all 9 of these Latine trailblazers in the library? Do the scavenger hunt and win a prize!
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On view · through Sat, Oct 31
Beachside Fall Fest at Belmont Park
Belmont Park · Mission Beach
A fall festival at Belmont Park along the beach, running from September 10 through October 31, 2026. The seasonal event celebrates autumn with activities at the iconic amusement park.
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On view · through Sun, Nov 1
SeaWorld San Diego's Halloween Spooktacular
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
SeaWorld San Diego hosts its Halloween Spooktacular seasonal event from September 11 through November 1, 2026. The family-friendly event features Halloween-themed activities at the park.
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On view · through Sat, Oct 31
Howl-O-Scream San Diego
Venue not listed · San Diego
A seasonal Halloween scare event at a San Diego attraction running from September 11 through October 31, 2026. No venue address or ticket pricing is given on this page.
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On view · through Sun, Nov 1
The Count's Halloween Spooktacular
Venue not listed · San Diego
A Halloween-themed event series running from September 12 through November 1, 2026 in San Diego. No venue or specific time details are listed on this page.
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On view · through Sun, Nov 1
Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND® California Resort
LEGOLAND® California Resort · Carlsbad
LEGOLAND California Resort hosts its annual Halloween-themed event, Brick or Treat, featuring trick-or-treating, LEGO builds, and family-friendly spooky fun. The event runs through November 1, 2026.
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