119 events across 60 venues in San Diego County on Friday, December 18, 2026: 28 family, 17 food & drink, 15 art & exhibitions. Updated nightly.
Stop by the Library to pick up free groceries for you and your family! Feeding San Diego is providing dry goods and fresh produce for this walk-up distribution. BRING YOUR OWN BAGS. *While supplies last. ¡Pase por la biblioteca para recoger alimentos gratuitos para usted y su…
Tickets & detailsHappy Hours 5-8pmBETAMAXX, Friday, December 18, 2026 at Belly Up in Solana Beach, San Diego, CA
Tickets & detailsCome and join us for a fun night of karaoke, adults only! "KARAOKE" NO JUDGEMENT HERE, JUST FUN!
Tickets & detailsYour ticket is a revocable seat license. We reserve the right to void your tickets and refund your purchase if we discover you resell your tickets above the face value of the tickets. All Balcony seats require stairs. This is a cashless venue. This applies to all ticket sales,…
Tickets & detailsWeekly AA group meeting 7-9 pm In the Community Room
Tickets & detailsNicholas Buc , conductor Devin DeSantis , vocalist Jacob Bruce , actor San Diego Master Chorale San Diego Children’s Choir Del Norte High School Drumline and Color Guard San Diego Symphony Orchestra Jonathan Gilmer , director Amanda Zieve , lighting design Mike Tutaj, projection…
Tickets & detailsGolden State Ballet proudly presents THE NUTCRACKER at the Civic Theatre, featuring the marvelous choreography of Artistic Director, Raúl Salamanca! Step into a world of wonder as dazzling scenery and exquisite costumes bring Clara's enchanting journey with her Nutcracker Prince…
Tickets & detailsRyan Long performs a late Friday night show at The Comedy Store La Jolla, the second of his five-show engagement.
Tickets & detailsJoin us for Bridge- Fridays from 12 to 2PM.
Tickets & detailsAlpha Project is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) human services organization that serves over 4,000 men, women, and children each day. Services offered include affordable housing, residential substance abuse treatment, supportive housing for people with special needs, basic and emergency…
Tickets & detailsFind your reading community! Our new fiction book club is a place to connect with other book lovers, share your unique perspectives in a safe and welcoming environment, and engage in thoughtful conversations about compelling stories across genres. January - Deacon King Kong by…
Tickets & detailsBring your own craft or make something at the library! We have supplies available, and we can teach you the basics. Or, join us to share your skills. Socialize or have a quiet place away from home to get some crafting done.
Tickets & detailsJoin us on Friday afternoons from 1:00–4:00 pm to explore the art of beading and jewelry-making with instructor, LaDawna Williams. Bring your current projects and creative ideas—some beads and supplies will be provided. Discover how fun and rewarding beading can be! Open to all…
Tickets & detailsFree 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.…
Tickets & detailsThe Feeling Fit Club is a FREE functional fitness program for older adults focusing on aerobic endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance to maintain independence. All levels are welcome! sponsored by Aging & Independence Services, County of San Diego Health and Human…
Tickets & detailsJoin us in the Children's Area for a fun and family-friendly movie adventure!
Tickets & detailsRead to dogs with Love on a Leash. This program is geared toward children ages 6-10.
Tickets & detailsOpen play for different levels of experience. Supplies provided, first come first serve.
Tickets & detailsJoin us for a free gaming hour of Nintendo Switch video games!
Tickets & detailsCreate your own (non-edible) gingerbread house to take home and enjoy for the winter season! For ages 3-12; no sign-up is required, but supplies will be limited. This craft is sponsored by the Friends of the Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library.
Tickets & detailsJoin us to make a fun craft & DIY for children
Tickets & detailsThis program features exercises done seated and standing and is a great way to burn calories, reduce stress, increase endurance, build core strength, and feel better overall. This event takes place every Friday at 9am. This is before the library opens, please come to the front…
Tickets & detailsJoin us for a fun and friendly game of Cribbage . Bring your own board if you have one. All levels are welcome. Instructions will be provided.
Tickets & detailsIntroductory Tai Chi classes with instructor, Patty Bozorgchami. The graceful movement and meditation helps with balance and breathing.
Tickets & detailsJoin us once a week for Chinese mahjong from 10 a.m. - noon in the Alpine Library Community Room. Adults of all skill levels are welcome to play. No registration required. Bring your Mahjong set, if you have one.
Tickets & detailsFriends of the Vista Library Encore Book Store: All books, CDs, and DVDs are 1/2 price. Cash and card accepted. The Friends of the Vista Library, which is comprised of volunteers, is an independent non-profit organization, which, through processing item donations, running the…
Tickets & detailsLooking for a group to share your love for sewing or discuss projects? Bring your own sewing machine and materials.
Tickets & detailsEnjoy an open sensory play program with your toddler or preschooler with play-doh, blocks, sensory sand, shakers, and more!
Tickets & detailsWould you like to learn how to access the San Diego County Library's vast collection of Ebooks, Eaudiobooks, Emagazines and newspapers? Come on by the Fletcher Hills Library every Friday from 10a.m. - 11a.m. and library staff can assist you.
Tickets & detailsJoin us for a fun and energizing class. Every 1st & 3rd week will be chair zumba All levels welcome.
Tickets & detailsJoin us at 10:30 to explore, learn, and play with a variety of sensory and educational toys and activities.
Tickets & detailsJoin us for stories with Franklin, the tortoise from the Nature Center of San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve. Hosted by Park Rangers from the Parks & Recreation department
Tickets & detailsJoin us for songs, rhymes, and socializing for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. All ages welcome!
Tickets & detailsEnjoy songs, fingerplays and short stories for your littlest ones. Geared for pre-walkers 0-18 months and their caregivers. Followed by play time, with age appropriate toys for babies 0-18 months.
Tickets & detailsMusic and early learning activities for toddlers and preschoolers.
Tickets & detailsLittle ones and their caregivers can socialize with one another while playing with educational toys at the library.
Tickets & detailsBring a project to work on and make some new friends. All needlecrafters welcome!
Tickets & detailsJoin us for Bilingual Baby Storytime For pre-walkers.
Tickets & detailsJoin us on Fridays for stories, songs, and crafts. Geared for children aged 3-5 years.
Tickets & detailsJoin us for a 20-minute storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities, followed by open playtime! This program is designed for babies (0-18 months) and caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.
Tickets & detailsCome in and play with other players. All skill levels are welcome. Bring in your own set or use one of the two sets at the branch. Registration available online, first come, first play. Invite a friend or two to play.
Tickets & detailsJoin us for stories, songs, playtime and fun in the library! Preschool storytime focuses on building early reading skills, learning to follow directions, and enjoying social time. Geared towards ages 3-5.
Tickets & detailsJoin us for Adult lunches every Friday at 10am. San Ysidro Health’s East County Senior Nutrition Program provides fresh frozen, nutritious lunches for adults ages 60 and older in the rural Mountain Empire Area. .
Tickets & detailsCalling all caregivers & babies! Come and join us for books, songs, fingerplays & fun! This is a twenty minute Storytime with 20 or so minutes of play time to follow!
Tickets & detailsNeed help with your email? Struggling to navigate a website? New to using a smartphone or tablet? Come to the Rancho San Diego Library for technology assistance ! We’re experienced with tech problem-solving and are eager to assist you ! No reservation required. Walk-Ins welcome!
Tickets & detailsJoin us on Fridays at 11:00 am for stories and songs.
Tickets & detailsJoin us to experience the art of Tai Chi in a calm and welcoming setting. Through slow, controlled movements, Tai Chi can enhance balance, strength, flexibility, and mobility. All skill levels are encouraged to participate.
Tickets & detailsHelp monitor your Blood Pressure by visiting our Self Service Blood Pressure Monitoring Station daily, weekly or monthly at the library during open hours.
Tickets & detailsVisit the library's emergency food pantry during open hours Tuesday thru Saturday.
Tickets & detailsErica Marie performs a holiday music showcase, Mistletoe Melodies, running three nights in December at New Village Arts. This non-subscription event runs December 18 through 20.
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 & 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 art exhibition exploring process-based artistic practices is on view at Gallery 201, with an opening or event window from 4pm to 8pm. The show runs through January 25, 2027.
Tickets & detailsA collaborative exhibition by the Oceanside Museum of Art and the San Diego History Center bringing together contemporary artists from Southern California and Baja to explore a region in constant transformation, on view through January 1, 2027.
Tickets & detailsA multi-week holiday savings program running from Small Business Saturday through the end of January, offering deals tied to a passport-style promotion at participating Cardiff businesses.
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 & 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 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 & 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 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 & 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 sunset sailing experience available through April 2027. Guests can enjoy views of the San Diego bay at dusk.
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 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 & 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 promotional discount of 10% on whale watching tours available Monday through Thursday, offered over an extended period.
Tickets & detailsA guided coastal tour combining electric bikes and train travel along the San Diego coastline, available as an ongoing experience.
Tickets & detailsGuided tours of the historic California Tower at Balboa Park are available throughout the remainder of 2026.
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 pizza and wine social event running from August 2026 through March 2027. No venue or further details were listed 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 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 & 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 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 & 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 & 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.
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 & detailsAn art exhibition running through early 2028 at a San Diego venue. The page lists it as starting August 21, 2026 with no further detail beyond the title and dates.
Tickets & detailsAn exhibition or event celebrating over 90 years of the Coronado Lawn Bowling Club, running from August 21 through December 31, 2026. No additional venue details are provided.
Tickets & detailsA film screening or series running from August 21, 2026 through May 2027. The title and dates are the only information provided on the page.
Tickets & detailsAn ongoing elevated wine tasting experience designed to offer great value, running from August 23 through December 31, 2026. The event is positioned as an affordable luxury wine experience.
Tickets & detailsA recurring happy hour event running from August 24, 2026 through September 27, 2027. No venue address or pricing details were listed.
Tickets & detailsA recurring Tuesday night happy hour event in San Diego running through 2028. Details beyond the name and recurring date range are not provided on the page.
Tickets & detailsElephant Valley is a newly opened attraction or exhibit running from August 29, 2026 through April 1, 2027. No venue or further details about the nature of the experience were provided on this page.
Tickets & detailsGuided tours of the historic California Tower in Balboa Park, available from August 29, 2026 through January 31, 2027. This is an ongoing ticketed attraction offering views from one of San Diego's most iconic landmarks. No pricing details were listed on this page.
Tickets & detailsAn expanded wine tour experience around San Diego is available from late August 2026 through the end of the year. No further details about stops or timing are listed on this page.
Tickets & detailsA recurring weekly happy hour event taking place every Tuesday in San Diego. This is a long-running series with dates spanning through 2028.
Tickets & detailsA recurring weekend brunch event series running from September 12 through December 27, 2026 in San Diego. No venue or additional details are listed on this page.
Tickets & detailsA recurring frightseeing tour exploring ghosts and gravestones in San Diego. This is a long-running series with dates spanning through 2028.
Tickets & detailsThis exhibition at MCASD explores queer nightlife through the lens of contemporary art, featuring work by artists including Andres Payan Estrada. The show runs from September 19, 2026 through January 17, 2027.
Tickets & detailsA spooky sightseeing tour focused on ghosts and historic gravestones in San Diego, available as an ongoing series. This listing runs from September 2026 through September 2028.
Tickets & detailsBack for its 29th year, this beloved holiday musical is based on the classic Dr. Seuss story with book and lyrics by Timothy Mason and music by Mel Marvin. Directed by James Vásquez, it runs from November through New Year's Eve 2026.
Tickets & detailsA comedic local twist on the classic A Christmas Carol story featuring the ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future. Written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen, based on Dickens, and directed by Gordon Greenberg. Runs from late November through late December 2026.
Tickets & detailsDickens' beloved holiday classic brought to life on stage in a heartwarming theatrical celebration of generosity, family, and the power of second chances.
Tickets & detailsA festive Afternoon Tea experience offered every Saturday and Sunday from late November through late December, featuring holiday scones, seasonal sandwiches, and sweet treats in a celebratory setting. The series runs from November 28 through December 27.
Tickets & detailsIt'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!
Tickets & detailsA high-energy holiday spectacular packed with music, movement, and festive cheer, designed to add sparkle to your holiday season.
Tickets & detailsA holiday show written by Rachael VanWormer and Omri Schein plays at North Coast Repertory Theatre for a limited run in late December. Details beyond the dates and authors are not provided on this page.
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