Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend (April 25–26, 2026)
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Looking for plans this weekend in San Diego? Here are some of the best events happening across the county—from art festivals and live music to wellness experiences and wine tastings.
Whether you're looking for something social, creative, or relaxing, there’s a great mix of events happening all weekend.
👉 Save this list and plan your weekend.
Here’s what’s actually worth getting out for.
ALL WEEKEND EVENTS
Mission Fed ArtWalk
📍 Little Italy
One of San Diego’s biggest art events with over 250 artists, live music, and interactive installations. Easy to spend a few hours here.
Art Alive
📍 Balboa Park
A really unique exhibit where florists create arrangements inspired by famous artwork inside the San Diego Museum of Art.
WOW Festival
📍 UC San Diego
Hosted by La Jolla Playhouse, this festival features immersive theater, dance, and experimental performances—some free, some ticketed.
Adams Avenue Unplugged
📍 Adams Ave (University Heights / Normal Heights)
90+ live performances across 20+ venues throughout the weekend. Great if you want a music-focused day without one big crowded venue.
SATURDAY EVENTS (APRIL 25)
Creek to Bay Cleanup
📍 Countywide
A morning volunteer event happening across San Diego—beaches, parks, and trails.
San Diego EarthFest
📍 Balboa Park
A sustainability-focused event with live music, wellness classes, and eco-friendly vendors.
Sultan + Shepard at Quartyard
📍 East Village
A standout electronic music set this weekend. Outdoor venue, daytime-to-evening energy.
Nervous System Reset (Breathwork + Sound Healing)
📍 Kearny Mesa
A slower-paced option if you’re looking for something more grounding and restorative.
Murder by the Bay – Dinner Show
📍 Mission Valley
Interactive dinner experience where you solve a mystery throughout the night.
SUNDAY EVENTS (APRIL 26)
La Jolla Concours d’Elegance
📍 La Jolla Cove
A coastal luxury and vintage car show—great setting even if you’re just walking through.
Uncorked: San Diego Wine Festival
📍 Embarcadero Marina Park North
One of the bigger ticketed events this weekend—wine tastings, food vendors, and waterfront views.
Filipino Food Pop-Up
📍 Balboa Park
A smaller cultural event featuring local Filipino cuisine tied to a museum exhibit.
Vinyl Art Auction (ArtReach)
📍 San DiegoA creative fundraiser featuring artwork made from vinyl records.
Final Thoughts
This weekend leans more toward experience-based plans rather than huge headliner events—which honestly makes it better.
If you want an easy plan:
Saturday: ArtWalk → Quartyard → Dinner event
Sunday: Coffee → Yoga → Wine Festival or La Jolla
