San Diego Summer Concerts & Events Guide: 2024

June 14, 2024

Get ready for a summer filled with music, fun, and unforgettable experiences in San Diego! Our 2024 San Diego Summer Concerts & Events Guide is here to help you discover the best family-friendly concerts and events, as well as perfect spots for date nights or mom’s night out. From beachside performances to vibrant free summer concerts at some of San Diego’s best parks like Balboa Park, Point Loma Park, Spreckels Park, and more! There’s something for everyone to enjoy in America’s Finest City, from smooth jazz to classic rock and everything in between!

This year’s lineup includes an array of family-friendly and free concerts, such as the popular Clairemont Town Square Summer Concerts and the Del Mar Summer Twilight Concerts. These events offer a fantastic way to spend quality time with your loved ones, enjoying live music in beautiful outdoor settings. For those seeking a night out without the kids, San Diego also boasts plenty of events for adults looking for an evening of amazing live music or just a fun night with friends. We love a night out at the The Rady Shell located in downtown San Diego with many mainstream concerts accompanied by the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, or you will never go wrong with any of the Humphreys concerts!

We broke this guide into three categories: Concerts/Music, Summer Events & Shopping! Click the buttons below to navigate to that section of the page.

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Summer Concerts in San Diego

For all the music-loving families, we’ve curated a list of concerts perfect for all ages. It’s also ideal for parents looking for a night out without the kiddos!

Be sure to check out the summer lineup at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. They have headliners like Ziggy Marley, John Legend, Norah Jones, and Jason Mraz on the schedule, and the Toyota Summer Concert Series at the San Diego County Fair does not disappoint this summer.

Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival

June 20 @ 7:30 pm - June 29 @ 9:00 pm

The biggest event in classical music returns to San Diego June 20-29. The Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival, led by Maestro Michael Francis, is the largest gathering of concertmasters and prin...

XOMG POP! Live Tour

June 28 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

XOMG POP!, the all-girl pop group is set to embark on a thrilling nationwide tour next summer. Produced by Live Nation, the 10-city Siwa Presents XOMG POP! LIVE Tour kicks off on June 6 and stops i...

Clairemont Town Square Summer Beats Concert Series

June 28 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Enjoy live music this summer at Clairemont Town Square! Time: 6-9PM Dates:6/28 - The Cheez Whiz Band7/5 - Rolling Heartbreakers7/12 - 3 Car Garage7/19 - Back Pocket Whiskey Fellas7/26 - Lefty Martin B...

Toyota Summer Concert Series

June 28 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

As the summer sun sets over the blue Pacific, the lights of the Ferris Wheel provide a magical backdrop to the San Diego County Fair's largest venue—the Corona Grandstand Stage featuring the Toyot...

Coronado Summer Concert Series

June 30 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Coronado Promenade Concerts (CPC) organizes the annual summer concert series at Spreckels Park. For 2024, the series will feature 16 concerts over five months, thanks to sponsorship from individuals a...

Celebrate the 4th of July at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park with the Commodores!

4th of July with the Commodores

July 4 @ 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Celebrate the 4th of July at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park with the Commodores! Then relax and stay after the concert for a front-row seat to the Big Bay Boom fireworks display on San Diego Bay. The C...

Del Mar Foundation Summer Twilight concerts

Del Mar Summer Twilight Concerts

July 9 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Summer Twilight Concerts, held at Powerhouse Park each summer, are among the most popular events presented by the Del Mar Foundation. Summer Twilight Concerts bring together friends and families t...

Dream Like Taylor

July 12 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A Live Band Journey Through The Enchanted Eras of Taylor Swift With her distinct style, legendary catalog of music, and a stage presence like no other, it’s easy to see why Taylor Swift is one of th...

Disney in Concert: The Sound of Magic

July 20 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Join the San Diego Symphony Orchestra for Disney in Concert: The Sound of Magic, a symphonic celebration of Disney music, animation and memories – a century in the making! Your favorite characters ...

Norah Jones: Vision Tour

August 6 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

What can you say about Norah Jones? Ms. Jones is a multi-GRAMMY® winning singer and pianist who loves playing music with people, so she recently started her own podcast, "Playing Along", to do just ...

THAT GIRL LAY LAY: Growing Pains Tour

August 7 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Prepare for an unforgettable concert experience with That Girl Lay Lay! Music and TV superstar sensation That Girl Lay Lay will perform a special one-night-only live concert at The Magnolia in El Cajo...

#KIDZBOPLIVE 2024

September 7 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Tickets are ON SALE NOW for #KIDZBOPLIVE 2024 on September 7, 2024!! Get ready for the ultimate pop concert for kids (and grown-ups too) to sing and dance along - as they perform today’s biggest pop...

Summer Events in San Diego

Summer is filled with exciting events! We’ve gathered some of the top events and activities happening in and around San Diego to ensure you have the best options for family fun and unforgettable experiences.

San Diego County Fair: Let’s Go Retro

June 12 @ 11:00 am - July 7 @ 10:00 pm

In San Diego, summer starts at the San Diego County Fair! Going strong since 1880, the Fair is the largest and longest-running event in the county. The Del Mar Fairgrounds has hosted the annual Fair s...

Clairemont Town Square Summer Beats Concert Series

June 28 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Summer Movies in the Park: Friday’s & Saturday’s this Summer

June 28 @ 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Summer Movies in the Park is a perfect chance to relax and enjoy a safe and special night under the stars. Come early and get a good seat! The Summer Movies in the Park event series began in 2007 as ...

Sunset Luaus on Mission Bay

June 28 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Discover your “Aloha” at the Catamaran Resort, featuring the spectacular Sunset Luaus on Mission Bay, a San Diego summer tradition that takes place Tuesdays and Fridays, June 14 through August 30....

4th of July Fireworks Spectacular at the Del Mar Fair

July 4 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

There's no better place to view the red, white and BOOM from the Fair's Grandstand. 🎆Avoid the crowds and secure your seat for the Fireworks Spectacular, the celebration of the United States of Ame...

All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair – FREE EVENT

July 12 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Join us for our All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair on Friday, July 12, from 11 am-2 pm at Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center, 10440 Black Mountain Rd., 92126 It’s one of our favorite d...

KPBS Kids Event: Clifford

July 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Get ready for an adventure with Clifford the Big Red Dog! Practice social skills, like making new friends and helping others, while learning about the world through craft activities and storytime. Par...

The Storybook Princess Ball

July 14 @ 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

Hear ye, hear ye! You are cordially invited to attend the most enchanting event of the year! Sing, dance, and pose for portraits with your favorite princess characters at The Storybook Princess Ball! ...

Opening Day at Del Mar

July 20 @ 11:30 am - 7:30 pm

There's race day... and then there's Opening Day. Don your fascinators, grab your best suit and join us for Opening Day at Del Mar on Saturday, July 20th. This day is not only about big bets and fast ...

Free & Easy: Del Mar Racing

July 25 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Every Thursday at the Del Mar Race Track is Free & Easy. Receive FREE Stretch Run Admission, FREE Program, and a FREE Seat, plus 40% OFF 16 oz. Michelob Ultra, Brandt Beef hot dogs, and sodas at c...

Ignite Their Spark

September 7 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Join us for an enlightening evening celebrating early education and the collective power of lighting the way for our youngest learners. Enjoy a delightful atmosphere with live music, hand-crafted cock...

Summer Shopping & Vendor Events in San Diego

Explore San Diego’s vibrant vendor and farmers markets this summer, offering a variety of local produce, artisanal goods, and unique crafts perfect for the whole family. Don’t miss out on these community events that showcase the best of San Diego’s local talent and fresh, organic produce.

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