Family in San Diego this weekend

Fri, Sep 25–27

67 events across 37 venues in San Diego this weekend (Fri, Sep 25–27): Poway Library, Valley Center Library, Bonita-Sunnyside Library. Updated nightly.

Friday, September 25, 2026 27

10:00 AM
Toddler Time
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library · Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Enjoy an open sensory play program with your toddler or preschooler with play-doh, blocks, sensory sand, shakers, and more!
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10:00 AM
Buck-A-Bag Booksale
Valley Center Library · Valley Center
Fill your bag with books of your choice (4-5 books a bag) and pay only $1. You can find the Buck-A-Bag sale tables in the library, near the bookstore. Come, browse, and buy! All sales help support the Valley Center Library. For more information about the Friends of the Valley…
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10:00 AM
Tots and Blocks
San Marcos Library · San Marcos
Bring your little ones for play time at the library! Children 0-5 and their caregivers are encouraged to play with the toys provided by the library. *Toys only available during Tots and Blocks. This program is generously sponsored by the San Marcos Friends of the Library.
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10:00 AM
50% off Encore Bookstore Sale
Vista Library · Vista
Friends 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…
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10:30 AM
Baby Playtime
Ramona Library · Ramona
Join us for Baby Playtime! Time for bonding and socializing. For pre-walkers.
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10:30 AM
Baby Storytime!
4S Ranch Library · San Diego
Calling 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!
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10:30 AM
Family Play Time
Del Mar Library · Del Mar
Little ones and their caregivers can socialize with one another while playing with educational toys at the library.
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10:30 AM
Free Play Friday!
Julian Library · Julian
Join us at 10:30 to explore, learn, and play with a variety of sensory and educational toys and activities.
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10:30 AM
Preschool Story Time
Valley Center Library · Valley Center
Join us on Fridays for stories, songs, and crafts. Geared for children aged 3-5 years.
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10:30 AM
Baby Storytime
Alpine Library · Alpine
Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme, and repetition. Plan on a fifteen-minute program with time for baby and caregiver socializing afterwards. Geared toward pre-walkers.
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10:30 AM
Toddler Circle Time
El Cajon Library · El Cajon
Join us for songs, rhymes, and socializing for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. All ages welcome!
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10:30 AM
Preschool Storytime: 9-2-5 Celebration!
Santee Library · Santee
Join us to celebrate the legacy of literacy icon Dolly Parton! Preschool storytime focuses on building early reading skills, learning to follow directions, and enjoying social time. Geared towards ages 3-5.
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10:30 AM
Baby Storytime
Imperial Beach Library · Imperial Beach
Enjoy 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.
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10:30 AM
Franklin & Friends at the Library
Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach
Join 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
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10:30 AM
Preschool Play
Poway Library · Poway
Music and early learning activities for toddlers and preschoolers.
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11:00 AM
Storytime
Bonita-Sunnyside Library · Bonita
Join us on Fridays at 11:00 am for stories and songs.
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12:00 PM
BRIDGE
Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach
Join us for Bridge- Fridays from 12 to 2PM.
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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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2:30 PM
Love on a Leash
Poway Library · Poway
Read to dogs with Love on a Leash. This program is geared toward children ages 6-10.
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2:30 PM
Adult Mahjong
Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach
Open play for different levels of experience. Supplies provided, first come first serve.
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2:30 PM
Fun Movie Friday
Rancho Santa Fe Library · Rancho Santa Fe
Join us in the Children's Area for a fun and family-friendly movie adventure!
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3:00 PM
Children's Storytime (Friday)
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library · San Diego
A free weekly storytime for children every Friday at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. A recurring family-friendly event with stories and music.
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3:00 PM
Button Mashers Video Game Club!
Bonita-Sunnyside Library · Bonita
Join us for a free gaming hour of Nintendo Switch video games!
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3:00 PM
Paint n' Sip: Fingerpainting Fun!
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library · Cardiff-by-the-Sea
At this painting session, kids can create a masterpiece with fingerpaints, and sip from one of their choices of juice boxes! Ages 3-12; please be sure that your child is in clothing that will be allowed to get messy. No sign-up is required, but supplies will be limited. This…
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6:00 PM
Adult After-Hours Game Night
Poway Library · Poway
Adult game night is back! Join us for D&D, Mah Jongg, board games, video games, snacks and more!
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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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All day
Pumpkin Station
Del Mar Fairgrounds · Del Mar
A seasonal fall family attraction featuring pumpkins and holiday activities at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, running across multiple days from September 25 through at least September 27. No time or pricing details are provided.
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Saturday, September 26, 2026 22

8:00 AM
Make & Take Craft
Descanso Library · Descanso
Come in with the kids and enjoy a self guided craft that's available all day long. Each week features a different theme. We look forward to seeing you here.
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10:00 AM
Make & Take Craft
Pine Valley Library · Pine Valley
Take home a new craft every week! Fun and creativity to enjoy at the library or at home.
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10:00 AM
Bag O' Books Sale
El Cajon Library · El Cajon
Join us for another monthly 'Bag of Books' event; exactly what it sounds like. Fill up a bag with as many books as you can for only $3! All proceeds benefit the Friends of the El Cajon Library. Cash Only.
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10:00 AM
50% off Encore Bookstore Sale
Vista Library · Vista
Friends 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…
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10:30 AM
Earthquake Preparedness Event for All Ages
Lakeside Library · Lakeside
Join us for an Earthquake Preparedness event in collaboration with SD County Cert, CalFire, and Listos CA. Representatives from many organizations including Red Cross, SDGE, County Office of Emergency Services, and more will be onsite to provide resources and connect with the…
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10:30 AM
Discover & Play Saturday - Free Play
Rancho San Diego Library · El Cajon
Come and enjoy a variety of activity stations.
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10:30 AM
Family Art Adventures
San Diego Museum of Art · San Diego
A free guided tour series designed for families that brings the Museum collection to life, offered on the second and fourth Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The next occurrence is September 26, 2026.
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10:30 AM
Dance Party Storytime
Poway Library · Poway
Dance along with fun storytime songs! All children are welcome. Geared toward toddlers 18m - 3.
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11:00 AM
Storytime and Craft
Jacumba Library · Jacumba
Enjoy stories followed by a craft to make here or take home!
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11:00 AM
Buck-A-Bag Booksale
Valley Center Library · Valley Center
Fill your bag with books of your choice (4-5 books a bag) and pay only $1. You can find the Buck-A-Bag sale tables in the library, near the bookstore. Come, browse, and buy! All sales help support the Valley Center Library. For more information about the Friends of the Valley…
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11:00 AM
Kids' Lego Club!
Borrego Springs Library · Borrego Springs
Use your creativity and our collection of Legos to build whatever your heart desires! Creations will be displayed at the library for 2 weeks, between club meetings!
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11:30 AM
Saturday Family Movie Matinee
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library · Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Spend some family time together watching a movie with us in our air-conditioned community room. Popcorn and juice boxes will also be available. We'll be showing either a Hot.Right.Now. title or a popular childrens' film! Please call the library for the planned movie title.…
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11:30 AM
Saturday Cinema Club - Hoppers
El Cajon Library · El Cajon
Join the Saturday Cinema Club every month to watch movies at the library! This month we're watching Hoppers (2026), directed by Daniel Chong. Starring Piper Curda, Bobby Moynihan, Jon Hamm, Kathy Najimy, and Dave Franco. "Animal lover Mabel seizes an opportunity to use a new…
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12:00 PM
American Literary Heroes Performance
Bonita-Sunnyside Library · Bonita
American Literary Heroes Write Out Loud is proud to present American Literary Heroes. Part of the Celebrating America250: Arts Projects Honoring the National Garden of American Heroes funded by the NEA. American Literary Heroes, presented by Write Out Loud is a unique program…
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1:00 PM
Chess Tournament
4S Ranch Library · San Diego
Drop-In and practice your gambit, kids and teens grades 1 through 12! Drop-In Chess Matches every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the the month, 3-4:30pm.
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1:30 PM
Dungeons & Dragons Group
Campo-Morena Village Library · Campo
Come play the classic table top roleplaying game with other willing adventurers and staff.
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2:00 PM
Full STEAM Ahead: Strawberry DNA Extraction
Del Mar Library · Del Mar
Sign up to extract DNA from a strawberry using everyday ingredients! Learn how scientists can visualize DNA, the instructions that help all living things grow and function. This hands-on activity is led by UCSD students and is designed for kids ages 7–12.
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3:00 PM
Valley Center Fiddle Club
Valley Center Library · Valley Center
Learn to play the violin and fiddle! All ages welcome. Suzuki method & classical technique with some old-time fiddling thrown in for fun! For more info, contact instructor Jamaica Rafael Dieter by calling 818-554-0744 or via email at jamaicadieter@gmail.com. Classically trained…
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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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All day
LEGOLAND Water Park
Venue not listed · San Diego
LEGOLAND Water Park is open for family fun with LEGO-themed water attractions and slides. This multi-day listing indicates the park is operating on select dates through the period shown.
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All day
The Wave Waterpark
Venue not listed · San Diego
The Wave Waterpark is open for guests seeking water slides and aquatic entertainment. This family-friendly attraction is listed as operating on this date.
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All day
September Storytime
Warwick's · San Diego
A late-September Saturday storytime session for kids at Warwick's bookstore in La Jolla.
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Sunday, September 27, 2026 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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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 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
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 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
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 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 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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