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TODAY - Friday, Dec 13, 2024

  • Christmas on the Plaza
    FREE
    Christmas On The Plaza
    December 13 - December 14 @ 4pm - 8pm

    Legacy International Center, 875 Hotel Circle S., San Diego, CA 92108

    This FREE family-friendly event brings San Diego together for fun on Legacy's decorated Grand Plaza where you will find: Friday, December 13th & Saturday, ...
  • Tinsel & Tails: TAP’s Holiday Extravaganza
    FREE
    Tinsel & Tails: Tap’S Holiday Extravaganza
    December 13 @ 5pm - 11pm

    BRICK, 2863 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego, CA 92106

    Get ready for the biggest event of the year! Join us for TAP’s 4th Annual Tinsel & Tails Holiday Extravaganza, a festive celebration filled with holiday ...
  • Christmas Party with Free Santa photos
    FREE
    Christmas Party With Free Santa Photos
    December 13 @ 5pm - 8pm

    New Venture Escrow, 3638 Camino Del Rio North #UNIT 300, San Diego, CA 92108

    Come join us for some holiday fun with free Santa photos activities and refreshments!
  • City College Photography Exhibition Opening and Portfolio Walk
    FREE
    City College Photography Exhibition Opening And Portfolio Walk
    December 13 @ 6pm - 8pm

    Luxe Gallery (Photography), 1081 16th Street, San Diego, CA 92101

    Welcome to the City College Photography Exhibition Opening and Portfolio Walk! Join us at Luxe Gallery (Photography) for an evening celebrating the creativity ...
  • Movie: "Why The Nativity?" Love Arrives In The Most Unexpected Way!
    FREE
    Movie: "Why The Nativity?" Love Arrives In The Most Unexpected Way!
    December 13 @ 6pm - 7:30pm

    Legacy International Center, 875 Hotel Circle S., San Diego, CA 92108

    "Why The Nativity?" Feature Movie Based on Dr. David Jeremiah’s 2006 best-selling book Why the Nativity?, the docu-drama Why the Nativity?, was produced by Dr. ...

WEEKEND

TOMORROW - Saturday, Dec 14, 2024

  • Sweat Collective, Military & First Responder Holiday Shop
    FREE
    Sweat Collective, Military & First Responder Holiday Shop
    December 14 @ 8am - 10am

    lululemon La Jolla, 7835 Girard Ave, San Diego, CA 92037

    For a limited time only, you’re invited to use your Sweat Collective, Military and First Responder discounts to shop for others. Get what they (or you) will ...
  • Breakfast With Santa
    FREE
    Breakfast With Santa
    December 14 @ 9am - 11am

    Mission Valley Mall, AMC Theatres Court, 1640 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA 92108

    Meet & Greet Santa and the gang and enter to win a FREE Santa photo package! Saturday, 12/29AM-11AMAMC Theatres Court Enjoy breakfast treats from Panera ...
  • Impaktech Blok Party Stunt Competition
    FREE
    Impaktech Blok Party Stunt Competition
    December 14 @ 9am - 5pm

    San Diego Harley-Davidson, 4645 Morena Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92117

    Impaktech Blok Party Stunt Competition This is for those who want to compete in the stunt show. No ticket is needed for general admission as the event is free. ...
  • EastLake Propel Christmas Gathering
    FREE
    Eastlake Propel Christmas Gathering
    December 14 @ 9am - 11am

    EastLake Church, 990 Lane Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91914

    Ladies, the most wonderful time of the year is here, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate with YOU! 🌟 Save the date:📅 Saturday, 12/14⏰ 9:00 AM📍 ...
  • North Park Winter Fair
    FREE
    North Park Winter Fair
    December 14 @ 12pm - 4pm

    North Park Mini Park, 3812 29th Street, San Diego, CA 92104

    Presented by North Park Main Street & Vegan Food Popup Events [hidden] Food CourtArtisan Marketplace featuring over 50 Local Artists & MakersLive DJs: ...

Sunday, Dec 15, 2024

  • Who Dat Nation! Commanders vs New Orleans Saints Watch Party
    FREE
    Who Dat Nation! Commanders Vs New Orleans Saints Watch Party
    December 15 @ 10am - 1pm

    Taste & Thirst, 715 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

    Who Dat Nation! Commanders vs New Orleans Saints Watch Party Come join us at Taste & Thirst for the ultimate showdown between the Commanders and the New ...
  • Sip & Shop At Négociant Winery- Holiday Market
    FREE
    Sip & Shop At NéGociant Winery- Holiday Market
    December 15 @ 12pm - 4pm

    1263 University Ave, 1263 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103

    Welcome to Sip & Shop at Négociant Winery – Holiday Market! 📅 Date: Sunday, December 15th, 2024 🕛 Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm 📍 Location: Négociant Winery, ...
  • Sunday Yoga w/ Cat at Mission Brewing Kensington
    FREE
    Sunday Yoga W/ Cat At Mission Brewing Kensington
    December 15 @ 12pm - 1pm

    Mission Brewing - Kensington, 4067 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA

    This is an all levels yoga class led by Cat Macdonald. It is a free class, with donations encouraged. This class will be held on the back patio of Mission ...
  • Shogun by Embolden Launch Party
    FREE
    Shogun By Embolden Launch Party
    December 15 @ 12pm - 6pm

    Embolden Beer Co., Production Avenue, San Diego, CA, USA, 8655 Production Avenue #ste a, San Diego, CA 92121

    Welcome to the Shogun by Embolden Launch Party! Join us at the Embolden Beer Co. brewery in Miramar for a very special taste of this exciting new beverage ...
  • LGNDRY Group Presents: Football Sundays @ American Junkie
    FREE
    Lgndry Group Presents: Football Sundays @ American Junkie
    December 15 @ 12:30pm - 10:30pm

    American Junkie, 628 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

    This event is the perfect way to enjoy your Sundays in San Diego! Join us at American Junkie for an exciting day of football, drinks, and great food specials. ...

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Monday, Dec 16, 2024

  • Santa visits The Super Dentists (Escondido)
    FREE
    Santa Visits The Super Dentists (Escondido)
    December 16 @ 9am - 12pm

    390 W Valley Pkwy, 390 West Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025

    🎅✨ Join Us for a Magical Holiday Celebration! ✨🎅 Get into the festive spirit with us at The Super Dentists when Santa visits our Escondido office! We’re ...
  • Wannebo Group - Holly Jolly Thank You Party
    FREE
    Wannebo Group - Holly Jolly Thank You Party
    December 16 @ 5pm - 7pm

    Harland Brewing - One Paseo, 3718 Paseo Place #Suite 1300, San Diego, CA 92130

    Welcome to the 2024 Wannebo Client Appreciation Event! Come join me, our team, and other VIP past clients for a fun-filled gathering at Harland Brewing - One ...
  • Piña Colada Transformation
    FREE
    PiñA Colada Transformation
    December 16 @ 6pm - 10pm

    Miss B's Coconut Club, 3704 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92109

    Let's celebrate my 77 Day Transformation of being grounded in LOVE! I'm fresh off a Joe Dispenza retreat flying high and want to make this change a permanent ...
  • Beginner LINE DANCING - ALESMITH Brewing
    FREE
    Beginner Line Dancing - Alesmith Brewing
    December 16 @ 6pm - 9pm

    AleSmith Brewing Company, 9990 AleSmith Ct, San Diego, CA

    Howdy! Come on out and learn some line dancing with a great group of beginners...alongside Philip Victor (aka BootScootin), a nationally renowned instructor ...

Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024

  • Coffee Social for new Depot DI Spouses
    FREE
    Coffee Social For New Depot Di Spouses
    December 17 @ 10am - 12pm

    MCFTB Classroom (Bldg 5 1st deck), 3704 Hochmuth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92140

    New to the DI spouse life and looking to learn about what it's like on the Depot? Come join us for coffee and chat with experienced spouses!
  • Residents Free Days at Balboa Park Museums (Third Tuesday)
    FREE
    Residents Free Days At Balboa Park Museums (Third Tuesday)
    December 17 @ 1pm - 4pm

    2001 Pan American Plaza, 2001 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA

    ARRIVE EARLY TO GET PARKING. WE WILL MEET IN THE FRONT of the San Diego Museum of Art, -This is a No Host event- Please note the Start TIME San Diego Museum of ...
  • Holiday Jingle and Mingle
    FREE
    Holiday Jingle And Mingle
    December 17 @ 4:30pm - 7pm

    6027 Edgewood Bend Ct, 6027 Edgewood Bend Court, San Diego, CA 92130

    IMPORTANT: You must RSVP using this link by Tuesday, December 11 so we can get an accurate headcount for the event. Bring yourself, your families, and holiday ...
  • LGNDRY Group Presents: TACO TUESDAZE at American Junkie
    FREE
    Lgndry Group Presents: Taco Tuesdaze At American Junkie
    December 17 - December 18 @ 5pm - 2am

    American Junkie, 628 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

    Come join us for the hottest Taco Tuesday party in San Diego! Featuring: $5 All You Can Eat Tacos from 5PM-10PM $8 House Margaritas $6 Cazadores Beer Pong ...
  • 4th annual NFT & Crypto Holiday Party! ​
    FREE
    4th Annual Nft & Crypto Holiday Party! ​
    December 17 @ 6pm - 9pm

    Edge wallet, 1495 Pacific Highway #300, San Diego, CA 92101

    ​Join San Diego NFT Friends for our 4th annual NFT & Crypto Holiday Party! ​We encourage you to wear your ugliest holiday sweater and please bring a ...

Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024

  • Santa visits The Super Dentists (Eastlake)
    FREE
    Santa Visits The Super Dentists (Eastlake)
    December 18 @ 9am - 12pm

    2226 Otay Lakes Rd, 2226 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA 91915

    🎅✨ Join Us for a Magical Holiday Celebration! ✨🎅 Get into the festive spirit with us at The Super Dentists when Santa visits our Eastlake office! We’re ...
  • Holiday Happy Hour! Pitch-A-Friend at Harland Brewing Co.
    FREE
    Holiday Happy Hour! Pitch-A-Friend At Harland Brewing Co.
    December 18 @ 5pm - 8:30pm

    Harland Brewing Co - Scripps Ranch, 10115 Carroll Canyon Road, San Diego, CA 92131

    SPECIAL HOLIDAY HAPPY HOUR FROM 5pm-6pm - get $2 OFF any pints! San Diego's newest and most entertaining dating event is HERE! Join us at Harland Brewing Co - ...
  • INCAHOOTENANNY: LINE DANCING + COUNTRY MUSIC
    FREE
    Incahootenanny: Line Dancing + Country Music
    December 18 @ 6pm - 11pm

    2995 Commercial St, 2995 Commercial Street, San Diego, CA 92113

    Dust off your boots and join us for a boot-stompin’ night of line dancing and live country music! 🎼 Whether you’re a seasoned two-stepper or new to the dance ...
  • Christmas Movie Classics: Twisted Trivia
    FREE
    Christmas Movie Classics: Twisted Trivia
    December 18 @ 6pm - 8pm

    Draft House Belmont Park, 3125 Ocean Front Walk, San Diego, CA 92109

    🎄✨ Classic Christmas Movie Trivia Night 🎬❄️ Calling all holiday hoohas and humbugs, come to Draft at Belmont Park on December 18th for this free trivia ...
  • Adults Only Gingerbread House Making Workshop
    FREE
    Adults Only Gingerbread House Making Workshop
    December 18 @ 7pm - 9pm

    Novo Brazil Brewing, 1640 Camino Del Rio North,, Mission Valley, CA

    THIS EVENT IS BEING HOSTED BY THE SAN DIEGO SOCIAL NETWORK AND THEIR AFFILIATED MEET UP GROUPS. THE NUMBER OF ATTENDEES LISTED BELOW REFLECT ONLY A PORTION ...

Thursday, Dec 19, 2024

  • Holiday Bingo Afternoon
    FREE
    Holiday Bingo Afternoon
    December 19 @ 2pm - 4pm

    La Jolla Community Center, 6811 La Jolla Boulevard, La Jolla, CA 92037

    Join us for a festive afternoon! You are invited to an enjoyable afternoon filled with games, laughter, and the spirit of community. Come test your luck, ...
  • Holiday Market w/ DJ & Cocktails
    FREE
    Holiday Market W/ Dj & Cocktails
    December 19 @ 5pm - 11:59pm

    The Cordova Bar, Morena Boulevard, San Diego, CA, USA, 1319 Morena Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92110

    Join us for our annual holiday pop up market featuring local vendors, DJ Jalil, special holiday cocktails, hot chocolate bar, raffle, giveaways and good vibes!
  • TEE Channel Casino and Resort Building SOLD CHRISTMAS Party
    FREE
    Tee Channel Casino And Resort Building Sold Christmas Party
    December 19 @ 6pm - 6:30pm

    TEE Channel Casino and Resort, 5170 East Campus Drive, San Diego, CA 92115

    (ZURA RESIDENT HALL LAWN CHRISTMAS SOLD Building Party) 5170 East Campus Dr., San Diego , CA 92115,December 19, 2024, 6:00-6:30 pm.
  • Asyouare holiday movie night!!
    FREE
    Asyouare Holiday Movie Night!!
    December 19 @ 8pm - 11:30pm

    Idle Hand Barbershop, 703 Eighth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

    Join us for a FREE holiday movie night. Hot coco• pjs and the coziest vibes.
  • LGNDRY Group Presents: Oxford Thursdays
    FREE
    Lgndry Group Presents: Oxford Thursdays
    December 19 - December 20 @ 10:30pm - 2am

    Oxford Social Club, 435 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

    Join us for the ultimate Industry Thursdays experience at Oxford Social Club! Presented by LGNDRY Group, this event promises to be the hottest party in town. ...

Free Things To Do in San Diego This Week

Planning a trip to San Diego on a tight budget can be tough. Did you know there are plenty of free things to do in this beautiful city? San Diego offers a plethora of free attractions and activities, perfect for budget-friendly fun. From exploring the cultural experiences at Balboa Park Museums to enjoying the scenic beauty of beaches and ocean activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy without breaking the bank.

Balboa Park Museums

Balboa Park Museums offer a cultural journey through time and creativity, making it a top pick for budget-friendly activities in San Diego. Visitors can explore a variety of museums that often feature free admission days each month.

From the history of aviation to local art, these institutions provide an enriching experience without the hefty price tag. Art enthusiasts and history buffs alike will find something captivating among the park’s collections.

Families and solo travelers looking to soak up some culture can plan their visit around these no-cost entry days. Each museum showcases unique exhibits ranging from science innovations to contemporary art, ensuring there's always something new to discover.

With such diverse offerings, Balboa Park Museums stand out as a must-visit destination for anyone seeking educational and entertaining outings in America's Finest City.

Beaches & Ocean Activities

San Diego's stunning coastline and pristine beaches are perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and beach volleyball. Explore the tide pools at Cabrillo National Monument or enjoy a leisurely stroll along Ocean Beach.

Catch some waves while surfing or boogie boarding at Mission Beach, where you'll also find amenities like fire pits and picnic areas. Families can spend the day building sandcastles and flying kites at La Jolla Shores, famous for its gentle waves and clear waters ideal for snorkeling.

Experience the beauty of San Diego's marine life by visiting the Ellen Browning Scripps Pier in La Jolla or taking a kayak tour to explore sea caves along the coast. For those seeking adventure on the water, consider paddleboarding in Mission Bay or joining a whale watching excursion from Point Loma.

Free Attractions

Explore the wealth of free attractions in San Diego, from stunning public art displays to beautiful parks and nature reserves that offer breathtaking views. Discover the riches of Balboa Park, home to numerous free museums showcasing diverse cultural and artistic experiences.

Spend a day at the beach, where you can enjoy ocean activities without spending a dime. Whether it's taking in the sights or participating in recreational activities, there are plenty of budget-friendly options for everyone to enjoy.

Uncover hidden gems throughout the city with an array of free attractions tailored towards family-friendly outings and outdoor adventures. Delve into San Diego's vibrant cultural scene by visiting Old Town, where history comes alive amidst unique shops and performances.

Attend free concerts & festivals

Local San Diego offers a vibrant array of free concerts and festivals throughout the year, providing entertainment for all ages. From live music performances at local parks to cultural celebrations in historic districts, there's always something to enjoy without spending a dime.

Families can gather at community events with music, food vendors, and activities for kids while enjoying the lively atmosphere. Music enthusiasts can groove to diverse genres at open-air concerts or discover talented local bands showcasing their skills during neighborhood festivals.

Exploring this dynamic city means embracing its rich cultural scene through engaging with the sounds and rhythms of free concerts and festivals – an integral part of San Diego’s artistic tapestry.

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