Family in San Diego on Thursday, December 17, 2026

40 events across 24 venues in San Diego County on Thursday, December 17, 2026. Updated nightly from venue calendars and ticketing sites.

Evening 1

Afternoon 18

  4. 2:30 PM

    Loot & Lore

    Julian Library · Julian

    Join us every Thursday for Loot & Lore -- a fantasy adventure club where brave heroes go on exciting quests, face magical dangers, discover hidden treasure, and make new friends along the way. Every session is a chance to work together, use your imagination, and create an…

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  7. 2:45 PM

    Switch Thursday

    Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach

    Come play Nintendo Switch on Thursday at the library! Video games vary from Super Mario Kart and Nintendo Switch Sports to Just Dance and Mario Party, and more! Grades 6-8. First come first serve, space is limited and subject to change without notice.

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  15. 4:00 PM

    Teen Zone

    Alpine Library · Alpine

    Join us for video games and board games. You can bring your own Nintendo Switch controller. Relax after school with friends while gaming, coloring, or crafting. For ages 13 to 17 only.

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  16. 4:00 PM

    Dungeons and Dragons Club

    Ramona Library · Ramona

    Join us for DnD club at the Ramona Library! Dungeon Master uses DnD 5th Edition. New members: Join us the first Thursday of the month for character creation and a DnD orientation. This program is available for Teens ages 12-18.

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Morning 15

  1. 10:30 AM

    Baby Storytime

    Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach

    For babies up to 18 months old. Songs and stories for fun and stimulation of young minds. Followed by playtime and interaction with other babies, as well as conversations with parents and caretakers.

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  5. 10:30 AM

    Toddler Storytime

    Imperial Beach Library · Imperial Beach

    Join us for songs and stories, followed by playtime. Geared for children ages 1-3 and their caregivers, but children of all ages are welcome. Replaced by Nature Tots every 4th Thursday of the month.

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  6. 10:30 AM

    Play-to-Learn

    Valley Center Library · Valley Center

    Join us on Thursdays where your child can explore independent learning stations and participate in activities that promote socialization, motor skills, and more through play. Geared to children 0-5.

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  8. 10:30 AM

    Toddler Storytime

    Santee Library · Santee

    Join us for stories, songs, playtime and fun in the library! Toddler storytime focuses on helping our littlest library visitors learn to love reading, become comfortable in the library setting, and build social skills. Geared towards ages birth-3.

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  10. 10:30 AM

    Toddlers & Tunes!

    4S Ranch Library · San Diego

    Toddlers & Tunes Come join in the fun with this music & movement program for Toddlers! With one story in the beginning of the program, the rest of the hour we are up and moving to music with egg shakers, scarves, bells & bean bags. Fun for all!

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  12. 10:30 AM

    Family Storytime

    Vista Library · Vista

    Family Storytime is geared for families with children ages 0–5. Please join us to build early literacy skills as we read aloud a picture book, participate in rhymes, finger plays, music and movement.

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  15. 11:00 AM

    Little Storytime

    Crest Library · El Cajon

    Join us for stories, songs, and playtime in the library! Little Storytime helps foster a love of reading, build social skills, and promotes physical activity. This activity is friendly towards babies and toddlers along with their families.

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All day / time TBD 1

Ongoing / On view 5

  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. 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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