Family in San Diego on Wednesday, December 16, 2026

36 events across 23 venues in San Diego County on Wednesday, December 16, 2026. Updated nightly from venue calendars and ticketing sites.

Evening 1

5:00 PM
Afterschool Bingo for Kids & Tweens
Jacumba Library · Jacumba
Children & Tweens join us for afterschool Bingo & token prizes!
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Afternoon 17

1:00 PM
DIY Crafternoon
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library · Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Bring the whole family and craft the afternoon away! A variety of crafting materials will be available for you to dream up your most creative ideas. A simple craft will also be available for those who are more comfortable with a directed craft. For all ages.
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1:00 PM
LEGO DROP-IN
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library · Cardiff-by-the-Sea
LEGO Drop-In for kids. Explore building with Legos!
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1:30 PM
Chess Club
Fallbrook Library · Fallbrook
Come learn about the game of chess and challenge yourself by playing against other players. Sponsored by the Friends of the Fallbrook Library.
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1:45 PM
Free Afterschool Snacks for kids| Bocadillos Gratis para Niños despues de escuela
Spring Valley Library · Spring Valley
Free meal available for kids age 17 and younger Monday through Friday. Provided in partnership with Heaven's Windows. First come, first served while supplies last. Un almuerzo gratis y nutrivo para niños menores de 17 años durante el verano. Proporsionado por Heaven’s Windows.…
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2:00 PM
Free Food Distribution - Dry Goods & Produce
Valley Center Library · Valley Center
Pick up free fresh produce and non-perishable foods on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Please bring your own bags. Produce and non-perishable foods provided by Feeding San Diego. While supplies last.
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2:45 PM
Bead Club for Tweens
Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach
Have fun with beads and make a friendship bracelet or bedazzle an item with rhinestones. Grades 6-8. First come first serve, supplies are limited and subject to change without notice.
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3:00 PM
Tween Time
Rancho Santa Fe Library · Rancho Santa Fe
A creative space for 4th–8th graders to explore art and connect with like-minded peers through fun crafts and activities.
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3:00 PM
Cool Cursive Club
Ramona Library · Ramona
Learn and level up your cursive skills as we explore cursive handwriting with Marsha. (Geared for ages 5+)
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3:00 PM
Kids' Crafternoon
Vista Library · Vista
Join us at the library on Wednesdays for a fun afternoon craft! Geared toward children ages 6-10 yrs. old.
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3:00 PM
Chess Club
Spring Valley Library · Spring Valley
Drop-in chess, learn how to play or increase your skill level.
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3:30 PM
Lego Club
Alpine Library · Alpine
Bring your imagination and we’ll supply the LEGO bricks! Recommended for ages 5+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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4:00 PM
Kid's DnD
Valley Center Library · Valley Center
A new adventure club for kids ages 8-14. Come roll a D20 and immerse yourself in the world of Dungeons & Dragons!
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4:00 PM
Ballet Folklórico
Ramona Library · Ramona
Ballet Folklórico- Dance Instruction for Children and Teens! Taught by Aida Perez
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4:00 PM
Tabletop RPG
Poway Library · Poway
A storytelling game ... let the adventure begin!
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4:00 PM
Math Coaching
La Mesa Library · La Mesa
One-on-one help with your homework for all levels of math. Please call or visit the library to register in advance, for grades K-12.
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4:00 PM
Chess
Bonita-Sunnyside Library · Bonita
Join us for a game of chess. All ages and abilities are welcome.
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4:00 PM
LOOT & LORE (Dungeons & Dragons, Daggerheart, Warriors, POKÉMON & Magic: The Gathering)
4S Ranch Library · San Diego
Join us for LOOT & LORE every Wednesday afternoon at the 4S Ranch Library! Featuring: Dungeons & Dragons, Daggerheart, Warriors, POKÉMON & Magic: The Gathering GRADES 4-12! Make new friends! Play tabletop games, trading cards, roleplaying and more! Dive into epic quests,…
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Morning 12

10:00 AM
Play to Learn
Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach
Join us for open play time. Toys will be provided to help kids learn. Recommended for ages 18 months+
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10:30 AM
Baby Bounce
Bonita-Sunnyside Library · Bonita
Join us for baby rhymes, songs, and playtime. Best for ages 0-2.
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10:30 AM
Baby Storytime and Playdate
Rancho Santa Fe Library · Rancho Santa Fe
Introduce your baby to language and fun with bouncing rhymes, songs, and simple stories. This 30-minute storytime is followed by a friendly baby play date for socializing. Perfect for babies aged birth to 18 months.
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10:30 AM
Family Storytime
Lemon Grove Library · Lemon Grove
Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and fun! Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are all welcome.
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10:30 AM
Preschool Storytime
Julian Library · Julian
Join us for stories, songs, and fun with friends! The first Wednesday of each month will be bilingual preschool storytime.
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10:30 AM
Bilingual Preschool Storytime
Fallbrook Library · Fallbrook
Join us for bilingual storytime, with stories and songs in English and Spanish. Acompáñenos a nuestro tiempo de cuentos bilingües, con cuentos y canciones en inglés y español.
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10:30 AM
Preschool Storytime!
4S Ranch Library · San Diego
Come and join us for Storytime, make friends and enjoy books and songs, here at the 4S Ranch Library. Wednesdays @ 10:30 a.m. in the community room.
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10:30 AM
Toddler Storytime
Del Mar Library · Del Mar
Come sing, dance, and hear some good stories with us on Wednesdays! This storytime is geared toward children ages 0-5.
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10:30 AM
Bilingual Storytime | Cuentos Bilingües
Imperial Beach Library · Imperial Beach
Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories in English and Spanish, followed by play time! Geared for ages 1-3, but all ages welcome. Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month. - Venga a escuchar canciones y cuentos en inglés y español, seguido de tiempo de juego. Diseñado para edades de 1 a…
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10:30 AM
Free Play
Rancho San Diego Library · El Cajon
Come and enjoy a variety of activity stations.
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10:30 AM
Family Storytime
Ramona Library · Ramona
Join us for a fun morning of storytime and songs. All families are welcome!
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10:30 AM
Baby Storytime
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library · Cardiff-by-the-Sea
A lap-sit storytime introducing board books, songs, and fingerplays. Storytime will be followed by a playtime including shakers, sensory balls, and blocks. This program is for ages 0-18 months.
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All day / time TBD 1

All day
Emergency Food Pantry
Jacumba Library · Jacumba
Visit the library's emergency food pantry during open hours Tuesday thru Saturday.
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Ongoing / On view 5

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 · Tue, Dec 1 – Thu, Dec 31
December 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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