San Diego Events August

San Diego events in August, a popular San Diego tourism month. Most events and venues should be open. 

Come join in these fun summer activities in San Diego, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar, La Jolla, and Coronado CA. It's hard to beat summer in San Diego for the best weather and fun outdoor activities.

Updated November 26, 2024 by San Diego Beaches and Adventures

San Diego Events August 2024

La Jolla Beaches - Enjoy the lovely beaches in La Jolla, San Diego. See Children's Pool (shown above), La Jolla Cove, La Jolla Shores and more along the La Jolla Coast Walk.

Sesame Place San Diego - New theme park now open in San Diego, focused on Sesame Street. Enjoy rides, water slides all based upon Sesame Street themes. Meet your favorite character. Sesame Place San Diego

Best of San Diego - August 2, 2024 from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Join in the party at Liberty Station Legacy Plaza and enjoy the drinks, food and music from over 100 San Diego restaurants and vendors. Advanced ticket purchase required. Ages 21+ only. sandiegomagazine.com

Bike The Bay - Sunday August 25, 2024 is your chance to join in the fun and bike your neighborhood (most years you would get to ride across the San Diego Coronado Bay Bridge and it all starts with a cruise around the San Diego Bay). This is a non-competitive community bike ride and is appropriate for all abilities. It is a mostly flat ride around San Diego Bay via the Bayshore Bikeway. You will get a chance to travel though Coronado, Imperial Beach, Chula Vista and National City before returning to the start/finish line. This is a 25-mile bike ride with a one-time chance to ride their bike over the Coronado Bay Bridge! There will be a post-ride festival following the ride with food, beverage, a beer garden and entertainment! Where? Embarcadero Marina Park South. Price? $55 - $60 Check it out at www.bikethebay.net.

Summer Nights - Thursday evenings until 8 PM July 11 to August 29, 2024 at the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas. Enjoy a relaxed evening exploring the lovely garden, watch a sunset, or enjoy an outdoor concert (reservation and extra fee required for concerts). San Diego Botanic Garden

Pageant of the Masters - July 6 to August 30, 2024 in Laguna Beach. See art come to life in this outdoor evening performance, with models portraying the people in famous paintings. Included with the Pageant of the Masters ticket is admission to the Festival of Arts (located on site), featuring local artists from Laguna Beach. The 2023 theme is Art Colony: In the Company of Artists. For more information and to buy tickets see pageant-of-the-masters.

Sawdust Art Festival - June 28 to September 1, 2024 in Laguna Beach. Times vary by day, but are typically Friday and Saturday 11 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday - Thursday 11 AM to 8 PM. Enjoy some arts and crafts fair, with some great artists, at the Sawdust Art Festival in Laguna Beach. Browse the outdoor art stands, and enjoy some music and food. If you are attending the nearby Pageant of the Masters, this is a great daytime activity. sawdustartfestival.org.

Indiana Jones Ride Disneyland

Disneyland - Everyone's favorite theme park is open by reservation only, and they may offer great 3-day ticket prices for California residents if you visit between select dates. We recommend you choose the Genie+ service to avoid the lines. Save up to $101 on 3-day tickets. Check out options for discount tickets at undercovertourist.com.

Art Museum - Explore the San Diego Museum of Art, or one of the other museums in San Diego Balboa park. On select nights, enjoy an outdoor film in these series from the SDMA exhibit. Or may I suggest the Natural History Museum, open Fridays until 10 PM, with half price admission after 4 PM. Balboa Park Museums

Del Mar Horse Races - July 20 - Sep. 8, 2024 at the Del Mar Racetrack, Del Mar Fairgrounds. Where the turf meets the surf, exciting horse racing at Del Mar race track. See the special events on Saturdays. Free summer concert series for fans attending the races on Friday evenings. For more information about the Del Mar Horse Races see Del Mar Horse Races

Brick Fest Live - August 24 to 25,2024 at the San Diego Convention Center. Calling all lego enthusiasts! Join in the lego fun with this traveling lego festival.

Belmont Park Mission Beach - One of our favorite spots with something for everyone, visit Belmont Park by Mission Beach. Swim at the Plunge pool, buy tickets for the rides, stroll along the boardwalk. Free parking nearby if you arrive early. Belmont Park

Art Walk San Diego - Saturday and Sunday August 17 and 28, 2024 from 10 AM to 6 PM (5 PM Sunday) at Liberty Station (at Ingram Plaza). Fine artists show their original artwork in an outdoor San Diego setting. This replaces the former Art Walk on the Bay event in San Diego. For details about Art Walk San Diego see artwalksandiego.org.

San Diego Dog Beach - Show your dog that you love him, by taking him to the beach! Try the original California dog beach - Ocean Beach. Ocean Beach Dog Beach San Diego.

Wine and Outdoor Events at Monserate Winery - On select dates, you can enjoy wine tasting at the Monserate Winery in Fallbrook while listening to music or a comedy show. Check out their winery events at monseratewinery.com.

Sun and Sea Festival aka The Original Imperial Beach Sandcastle Competition - August 17, 2024. The Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival will be held at Portwood Pier Plaza in Imperial Beach. Join in the arts and crafts, enjoy some food from the farmer's market and international food fair, and a fun day for all! sunandseafestival.com

Encinitas Sunday Concerts by the Sea - Sunday August 11 and 25, 2024 from 3 – 5 PM at Moonlight Beach in Encinitas. Bring your beach blankets.

San Diego Water Park - Summer is a great time to visit a San Diego water park. Try the new Sesame Place San Diego water park (at former Aquatica water park), the Legoland California Water Park in Carlsbad, or The Wave Waterpark in north county (Vista).

San Diego Harbor Cruise – For a fun day in San Diego activity, enjoy a San Diego Harbor Cruise. You can also see the USS Midway museum, SD Maritime museum, Seaport Village and much more.

Point Loma Summer Concerts Scheduled Friday evenings mid July to mid August 2024 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM at Point Loma Park, 1049 Catalina Blvd. Free summer concert series. For information see www.pointlomasummerconcerts.org

Carlsbad TGIF Jazz in the Parks - August 2, 9 and 16 2024 Friday evenings in summer from 6 – 8 PM. Free outdoor summer concerts at various locations in Carlsbad, CA. www.carlsbadca.gov

Breakfast at the Del - Enjoy breakfast all day as you relax on the Sun Deck at The Del, and enjoy the beautiful ocean views. For a treat afterwards, take a walk on the beach.

World Bodysurfing Championships - August 17 to 18, 2024 start time 6 AM near Oceanside pier. It’s the annual World Bodysurfing Championships. Located adjacent to the Oceanside Pier where you can see between 350-400 bodysurfers from around the world completing for trophies and prizes. There will be both Men and Women’s Grand Champions crowned on Sunday afternoon at the completion of all scheduled heats. If you are interested in learning more and possibly signing up to compete in the World Bodysurfing Championships see worldbodysurfing.org

Kayak at La Jolla Shores - This summer is a great time to kayak at La Jolla Shores to see the Sea Caves, marine life, and leopard sharks. Several different companies offer kayaking tours, or you can launch your own kayak at the free boat ramp. One of our favorite San Diego events. August is a great time, but make your reservations early, especially for weekends. For more information see La Jolla Kayaking

Disneyland Halloween - Start planning your Halloween celebration So Cal style. Buy your tickets to Mickey's Halloween Party before they sell out! Disneyland is decorated for Halloween time starting August 25 through October 31, 2024. On select nights you can attend the Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure near Disneyland for a separate fee which includes an additional 3 hours at the park. Disneyland Halloween

San Diego Zoo and Safari Park - 2 giant pandas, Xin Bao and Yun Chuan, are now at the San Diego Zoo, starting August 8, 2024. Our favorite local zoo and safari park make a great photo opportunity, even better with these giant pandas. Bring your camera and telephoto lens if you have one, or your cell phone can also get some great shots. Visit the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Safari Wildlife Park.

Things to do at Home - Sometimes you just need to stay at home. Enjoy a backyard BBQ or try one of our ideas for Fun things to do at home.

Sea World San Diego - Spend a day at Sea World for run rides, animal exhibits and more. Sea World San Diego

Old Town San Diego - explore the historic Old Town district in San Diego. You can take the trolley there and on Saturdays from 9 AM - 3 PM see the artisan market featuring handmade works from local artists, including jewelry, photography, pottery, clothing, paintings, hand painted glass, glass blowing, woodworking's and more. There is a lot to do in Old Town so make a day of it. Old Town San Diego CA

Birch Aquarium - Explore this beautiful aquarium in La Jolla, where the Birch Aquarium at Scripps naturalists can share some interesting exhibits. See the indoor and outdoor exhibits and learn about life in the sea. For an adult 21 + experience, try their monthly Oceans at Night (advance reservations required). Birch Aquarium San Diego

Farmers Markets - most weekends and weekdays throughout San Diego county. Enjoy fresh local produce, flowers and yummy food at one of the San Diego farmers markets. There are many to choose from throughout San Diego county. San Diego Farmers Markets

Back to School Treats for Mom and Kids - Go ahead and indulge your family. Your kids will love you for it! As I took my dogs for a walk yesterday I saw a few moms and dads outside side walk chalking special notes to their little back-to-schoolers. I know those kids are happy to get those pics but don’t you think some fabulous treats will help may their day? Make some healthy snacks if you want, or head down to VG Donut & Bakery at 106 Aberdeen Drive in Cardiff the surprise everyone with those Southern California treats! Everyone loves VG’s!

Legoland California - Spend a day at Legoland California this summer and enjoy the Legoland water park, open daily through Labor Day weekend and weekends in September and October. Legoland California

Things to Do in San Diego - For more San Diego events August for locals or San Diego tourism activities, check out these Things to do in San Diego and 101 Things to do at the Beach.

Check out the September San Diego event calendar at San Diego Events September

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