Best Things to Do in San Diego July

Ready to dive into summer fun? With fireworks, festivals, concerts, wellness events, and outdoor adventures, July in San Diego offers something magical every single week. Save this list and start making your summer plans now!

🏳️‍🌈 Pride, Culture & Community

San Diego Pride Week runs from July 13–21, culminating in the colorful Pride Parade on Saturday, July 20, and a vibrant two-day Pride Festival in Balboa Park on July 20–21.

Summer Sera in Little Italy continues every Friday evening, turning the streets into a lively scene of artisan vendors, food trucks, live music, and community fun—including a dog costume contest!

🎶 Music, Movies & Comic-Con Magic

The Rady Shell Summer Concert Series kicks off the month with “America in Song” on July 4, followed by a full lineup including ABBA (July 5), Earth, Wind & Fire (July 6), Top Gun in Concert (July 11), The Lion King in Concert (July 19), and Maren Morris (July 31).

A special Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Bad Bunny takes place on Friday, July 19, offering a unique classical spin on the reggaeton icon's biggest hits in a glowing, candlelit setting.

San Diego Comic-Con takes over the Convention Center from July 25–28, drawing fans from all over the world for panels, cosplay, collectibles, and celebrity appearances.

🧘 Wellness & Mindfulness

San Diego Wellness Week, presented by prAna, unfolds from July 14–19 across multiple venues and wellness studios, with a finale event at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Expect daily opportunities for yoga, meditation, sound healing, and conscious connection.

🍽️ Rooftop Vibes & Local Flavor

Celebrate the long weekend at Andaz San Diego’s Sunset Swim Party on Wednesday, July 3, featuring poolside DJ sets, drinks, and panoramic downtown views.

The Best of San Diego Party hosted by San Diego Magazine takes place at Liberty Station on Thursday, July 18, offering unlimited food and drink tastings from over 100 local restaurants, breweries, and wineries.

Warm evenings are made for dining al fresco—check out top-rated patios around San Diego for waterfront views and delicious seasonal menus all month long.

🏖️ Coastal Adventures & Family Fun

SeaWorld’s Summer Spectacular Concert Series brings music to the bayside amphitheater every Saturday night:

• Soulja Boy & Bow Wow – July 13

• Fat Joe – July 20

• Waka Flocka Flame – July 27

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Head to Belmont Park in Mission Beach any day this month for boardwalk rides, oceanfront coasters, and classic carnival fun.

For a unique twist, try a Mystery Picnic in La Jolla—a self-guided gourmet scavenger hunt available daily in July, perfect for couples, families, or out-of-town guests.

Dive Deeper into Wellness

🎶 Music, Mantra & Women’s Circles

July 12: Experience Mantra + Magic: Bhakti & Beatles – a free evening mixing original mantra songs and Beatles covers atop soulful kirtan vibes in Normal Heights

July 13 & 27: Join Awaken Your Voice: Women’s Circle Song Journey in Normal Heights for a devotional singing and empowerment series in sisterhood 

💆‍♀️ Spa & Self-Care Workshops

July 13: Enjoy a Girls’ Night Out at La Jolla’s Soul Plunge, blending cold plunge with sauna, plus a hands-on skincare workshop .

July 13: Rise with open hearts at Yoga at the Farm, a reflective flow and meditation session at Malibu Farm in Seaport Village

🧘‍♂️ Citywide Wellness Week & Community Flow

July 14–19:San Diego Wellness Week, led by Novo Dia & prAna, offers daily pop-ups at studios citywide and wraps up with a festival finale at MCASD La Jolla .

July 16: Free Pride Yoga + Dance Party at The Rady Shell celebrates Pride Week with a sunset flow and community dance – RSVP recommended .

🕊️ Healing & Creative Circles

July 18:

Great Outdoor Shabbat at Coastal Roots Farm in Encinitas offers a festive intergenerational gathering with crafts, stories, and vibe-lifting rituals 

Healing Party in Imperial Beach offers breathwork, sound healing, cacao, and communal connection under the night sky locallywell.com+1locallywell.com+1.

Tarot + Watercolor Workshop in Golden Hill invites art therapy meets intuitive tarot reading in a small-group creative space

🧘‍♀️ Mindful Pride Weekend

July 19–20:Zen Garden at San Diego Pride Festival brings purposeful pause to the Pride weekend, featuring wellness classes including mindful yoga and meditation in Balboa Park .

July 19:A Summer Clothing Swap + Women’s Circle in Bird Rock blends ethical fashion with sauna, cold plunge, and sisterhood conversations

July 20:Attend the 4th Annual Summer Limpia at Mujeres Brew House, Barrio Logan—a cleansing, spiritual community gathering with danza azteca, healers, vendors and rituals 

🤲 Sustainable Swap & Active Fundraising

July 26: Yogi Clothing Swap in Oceanside encourages mindful consumption with upcycling and community over clothes and laughter .

On the same day, join the San Diego Pride 5K in Hillcrest to support youth housing while raising your heart rate .

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Play & Wellness

July 27: End the month with Day of Play at Olivewood Gardens, National City: cooking demos, outdoor games, creativity, and wellness for all ages—free community fun