And just like that, another weekend is over. If you’re looking for a way to fill it, look no further: This roundup of things to do in San Diego this week includes a rollicking rodeo in Ramona, a scenic bike race and a concert by a group of local icons who made it big, plus 12 other events in San Diego.
Food & Drink | Concerts & Festivals | Theatre & Art | Other Leisure Activities
Food and drink events in San Diego this weekend
Bayside Brews and BBQ at SeaWorld San Diego
Selected dates from August 23 to September 2
Immerse yourself in Bayside Brews and BBQ at SeaWorld San Diego as part of the theme park’s ongoing 60th anniversary celebration. More than 60 craft beers from local breweries are on tap and the menu is packed with Baja, Texas and bourbon-style BBQ dishes from Chef Zuric Ramirez. Admission to Bayside Brews and BBQ is included with park admission; day passes to SeaWorld San Diego start at $48.49.
500 Sea World Drive, Mission Bay
Taste of Eastlake 2024 at Chula Vista Elite Training Center
23.August
Support the education of local children by stopping by Taste of Eastlake this Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Chula Vista Elite Training Center. This 21-and-over event hosted by the Eastlake Educational Foundation will include an auction, live entertainment and a lineup of South Bay vendors offering flavors from around the world. Proceeds from this event will fund STEAM programs in the community’s K-12 public schools. General admission tickets to Taste of Eastlake are $75 and can be purchased here.
2800 Olympic Parkway, Chula Vista
Crossing South Festival at Liberty Station
24.August
Crossing to the south Star Jorge Meraz brings the Baja California experience to Liberty Station’s Ingram Plaza from noon to 4 p.m. At Saturday’s Crossing South Festival, you can sample Baja California’s best food and wine, browse several tour and travel booths, and enjoy live music. Tickets are $75 for general admission, $68 for children, and $145 for VIP, which includes perks like a meet and greet with Meraz, a coupon for a free bottle of wine, preferred seating, and more.
2751 Dewey Road, Point Loma
Dockside Night Market: “Local Fish, Global Flavors” Dinner
25.08.
The San Diego Fishermen’s Working Group and the Puffer Malarkey Collective are teaming up to host an evening of seafood tastings this Sunday from 6-10 p.m. at the Tuna Harbor Market Pier. Stop by Seaport Village to sample locally sourced seafood in creative dishes from a handful of local chefs. There will also be a cash bar and a live music program featuring Sounds by Nikki, Good Gravy Street Blues and The Barnacle Boys. Tickets for this 21-and-over event are $100 and include a tasting from each chef.
598 Harbor Lane, Embarcadero
Concerts and festivals in San Diego this weekend
Lady Dottie & The Diamonds with Rey Wolf at Lou Lou’s Jungle Room
23.August
This Friday, artist Rey Wolf will serenade the crowd at Lou Lou’s Jungle Room at 8 p.m., followed by a 10 p.m. concert by Lady Dottie & The Diamonds, a blues group fronted by Alabama native Dorothy Mae Whitsett. No reservations are required for this show at the sultry and elegant Lafayette Hotel nightclub, but seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
2223 El Cajon Boulevard, North Park
Sondheim tonight! A celebration of genius at Rady Shell
23.August
This Friday, the Rady Shell will host a concert dedicated to the most popular maestro of musical theatre. Conducted by Rob Fisher Sondheim tonight! A celebration of genius will include the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, a handful of experienced Broadway singers, a vocal ensemble of San Diego State students, and guest singer Len Cariou, who played Sweeney Todd in the original production. The concert program includes Sondheim’s many iconic scores, from Pursue To Into the forest. Tickets for Sondheim tonight! range from $33 to $119.
222 Marina Park Way, Embarcadero
Flair Festival at The Movement Warehouse
24.August
Support local musicians and small businesses in Pacific Beach this Saturday from 5-10 p.m. At The Movement Warehouse’s Flair Festival, local artisans will sell crocheted clothing, handmade jewelry, surf photography and more. Check out San Diego’s emerging musical talent at Saturday’s live music program, featuring five local bands playing alternative rock, pop and emo, plus a DJ set by Krook. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite for $10 or at the door the day of the event for $12.
1425 Garnet Avenue, Pacific Beach
Slightly Stoopid & Dirty Heads at the North Island Credit Union Amphitheater
24.August
Ocean Beach natives Slightly Stoopid will rock the North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre this Saturday night at 6 p.m. with Dirty Heads, Common Kings and The Elovaters. This hometown stop on the Slightly Dirty Summer 2024 Tour will showcase why Slightly Stoopid are local legends, mixing rap, punk and reggae for an exciting night of jams. Tickets start at $45.15 and $1 from every ticket sold will go to the Maui Food Bank.
2050 Entertainment Circle, Chula Vista
Theater and art exhibitions in San Diego this weekend
Street Level Vol 2.4 at the Oceanside Museum of Art
23.August
The fourth edition of the Oceanside Museum of Art’s Street Level series focuses on the group exhibition More disruption: representational art in transitionfeaturing more than 50 artists. This month’s party features live music from Montalban Quintet and Nicey Nice with Marcelo Radulovich, snacks from the Epic Eatz Food Truck and performances by More disruptions Artists Miguel Camacho-Padilla and David Fobes from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Admission to the Street Level is free for museum members and children under 17, while adult tickets are $15.
704 Pier View Way, Oceanside
DEBUT by The Rosin Box Project
24 to 25 August
The Rosin Box Project (TRBP) presents two ballet performances this weekend at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. The audience at DEBUT You’ll experience brand new choreography from the duo FLOCK (Alice Klock and Florian Lochner), Ballet West principal dancer Emily Adams, and TRBP artist Katie Spagnoletti. Plus, you’ll get a preview of a bold new project from TRBP artistic director Carly Topazio. Tickets for the Saturday (7:30 p.m.) and Sunday (6:00 p.m.) performances are $30 each.
340 North Escondido Boulevard, Escondido
LeucadiART Walk
25.08.
The Leucadia 101 Main Street free art spectacular invites visitors to stroll or ride the streetcar down a mile of the 101 and visit eight unique artist plazas displaying works selected for the juried exhibition. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., visitors can browse and purchase artwork and enjoy live art demonstrations, music and dance performances. The LeucadiART Walk also features an art market, beer garden and the work of Encinitas-based artist Mikey Kettinger. The flower project Installation.
North Coast Highway 101, Encinitas
More fun things to do in San Diego this weekend
Ramona Rodeo at Fred Grand Arena
22 to 24 August
The PRCA Rodeo makes its annual stop at the Fred Grand Arena this weekend. Ramona’s newest rodeo queen will preside over three days of Wild West theatrics such as bareback riding, bull wrestling, barrel racing and bull riding. Visitors can enjoy the daring stunts and attend special events such as the evening post-rodeo concerts or the Saturday morning Cowboy Church. General admission tickets to the Ramona Rodeo are $20 for Thursday and $25 for Friday and Saturday.
421 Aqua Lane, Ramona
San Diego Padres vs. New York Mets at Petco Park
22 to 25 August
The Padres look to pull away in the Wild Card race and challenge the Dodgers’ lead in the division when they begin a crucial four-game series against the New York Mets this Thursday at Petco Park. Cheer on the Padres and enjoy weekend festivities, such as the Fishing Hat Awards (Thursday) and the Festive Party in the Park (Friday). Tickets for this weekend’s series, starting at $37.95, can be purchased here.
100 Park Boulevard, Downtown
San Diego Wave FC vs Angel City FC at Snapdragon Stadium
24.August
Saturday’s match against Angel City FC at Snapdragon Stadium is a huge opportunity for the Wave to not only pick up a much-needed win, but also outdo their regional rivals. Before the game kicks off at 1:30 p.m., fans can enjoy a pre-game fan fest with food trucks, live music and a beer garden. Plus, the first 15,000 fans in attendance will receive a Naomi Girma bobblehead, honoring the two-time NWSL Defender of the Year and—dare I say it!—best player in the world.
2101 Stadium Way, Mission Valley
Cycling through the bay
25.08.
Enjoy amazing views of the South Bay and downtown during the 17th annual Bike the Bay, a mostly flat two-wheel ride that offers a rare opportunity to ride across the Coronado Bay Bridge. Participants who sign up for Bike the Bay will start and finish at Embarcadero Marina Park. At the end of their 25-mile workout, riders can hang out at a festival with food, beer gardens and live entertainment.
1 Marina Park Way, Embarcadero
