San Diego Summer Concerts & Events Guide: 2025

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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 four categories: Concerts/Music, Summer Events, Movies in the Park & Shopping!

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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 Ludacris, John Legend, Norah Jones, and Jason Mraz on the schedule, and the Toyota Summer Concert Series at the San Diego County Fair Summer Pet-tacular does not disappoint this summer.

Toyota Summer Concerts Series

July 3 @ 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 Fair's largest venue—the Corona Grandstand Stage featuring the Toyota Summer Concert...

The Summer Spectacular Concert Series

July 5 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Prepare for an electrifying summer! The Summer Spectacular concerts are back, extending their run to nine incredible shows at Bayside Amphitheater. For the first time ever, we're hosting some of the m...

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 Dim Sum Tour

July 3 @ 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...

Morning After Mess Clean-Up at the Estuary- Saturday, 7/5/25

July 5 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am
If you care about the environment and don't mind getting a little dirty, then this may be the perfect fit for you! Each year, The San Diego River Park Foundation volunteers remove more than 200,000 po...

Sunday Garden Party

July 6 @ 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...

Stoller Strides At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

July 10 @ 8:30 am - 9:30 am
FIT4MOM North County Inland is partnering with the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, for the first-ever class at the Safari Park on Thursday, July 10th! Join this epic adventure — stroller workout style! W...

Baja Night at Grand Social

July 18 @ 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...

Camping Under The Stars

July 19 @ 10:00 am - July 20 @ 4:00 pm
✨ Plan the perfect summer staycation with family and friends!✨ Come Camp Under The Stars at Bates Nut Farm, August 16–17th! It’s a great way to create summer memories with your favorite people...

90’s Mix Tape Night at Grand Social

July 19 @ 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 ...

Fun Animal Friday: Turtles & Tortoises

July 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Meet turtles and tortoises with San Diego Turtle and Tortoise Society on Friday, July 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The event will include a live presentation, meet & greet*, storytime, specia...

Latin American Market

August 1 @ 10:00 am - August 3 @ 6:00 pm
From August 1-3, Old Town’s iconic Bazaar del Mundo Shops will present its Latin American Market, transforming its courtyard into a small marketplace with genuine folk art, handwoven textiles, stunn...

Stories of Us: Buwan ng Wika

August 2 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Enjoy a celebration of Buwan ng Wika, “Language Month”! Families will enjoy a bilingual storytime in Tagalog with local author Dr. Jocelyn Francisco, a traditional Filipino dance performance from ...

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...

San Diego Made Summer Market

August 30 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Join us for the San Diego Made Summer Market, happening Saturday, August 30 through Sunday, August 31 from 10AM to 5PM at NTC Park at Liberty Station. This two-day outdoor festival celebrates the best...

Summer Movies in the Park

summer movies in the park

Summer Movies in the Park is San Diego’s largest free, family-friendly outdoor movie series, offering over 100 screenings at parks all across the county. Originally launched in 2007 as a “take back our parks” initiative, the program invites families to enjoy their local recreation spaces after hours while watching blockbuster films under the stars. Events run from May through October and include fun pre-show activities before the movie begins—about 15 minutes after sunset. It’s a must-add to your family’s summer bucket list!

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.

Latin American Market

August 1 @ 10:00 am - August 3 @ 6:00 pm
From August 1-3, Old Town’s iconic Bazaar del Mundo Shops will present its Latin American Market, transforming its courtyard into a small marketplace with genuine folk art, handwoven textiles, stunn...

San Diego Made Summer Market

August 30 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Join us for the San Diego Made Summer Market, happening Saturday, August 30 through Sunday, August 31 from 10AM to 5PM at NTC Park at Liberty Station. This two-day outdoor festival celebrates the best...

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