San Diego Summer Concerts & Events Guide: 2024

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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.

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.

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.

Baja Night at Grand Social

May 30 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Spend your Sunday in style at the Sunday Garden Party at Grand Social, where vibrant outdoor ambiance and fresh, seasonal flavors set the tone for a relaxing afternoon. Enjoy a wood-fired menu crafted...

90’s Mix Tape Night at Grand Social

May 31 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Discover a throwback to the golden era of music. Get ready to rewind time with a night filled with the biggest hits from the 90s—grunge, pop, and R&B classics that defined a generation. Whether ...

San Diego Dim Sum Tour

June 1 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Are you a foodie? Have you tried traditional Cantonese dim sum – The small plate experience, the chopsticks, the steam-heated carts, the stacked steamer baskets, the lively conversations? The Tea! P...

Sunday Garden Party

June 1 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Spend your Sunday in style at the Sunday Garden Party at Grand Social, where vibrant outdoor ambiance and fresh, seasonal flavors set the tone for a relaxing afternoon. Enjoy a wood-fired menu crafted...

Jimbo’s Garden Workshop: Dinosaur Pudding

June 13 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Enjoy a special garden workshop in the Trudy Bronner Discovery Garden with local, seasonal ingredients from Jimbo’s! Today’s recipe: Become a paleontologist and dig into Dinosaur Pudding made with...

Global Summit on Materials Science and Nanoscience

August 4 @ 8:00 am - August 6 @ 5:00 pm
Materials Science and Engineering, Ceramics and Composite Materials Polymers Science and Technology, Advanced Nanomaterials, Mining and Metallurgy, Carbon Nanostructures and 2D Materials, Computationa...

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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