San Diego Events Calendar by Month

September 5-6
Labor Day Weekend at Marriott Marquis
333 West Harbor Dr.
Relax poolside with live DJs, family movies, lawn games, and seasonal food and drink experiences. Make it a day to remember with reserved luxury loungers, daybeds, VIP cabanas, or family‑friendly pool packages, plus our Sizzle and Smoke BBQ.

September 11 – October 31
Howl-O-Scream
SeaWorld, 500 Sea World Dr.
Shriek and scream as pulse-pounding horrors are around every corner during Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego. The event features sweat-inducing haunts, exhilarating rides, an interactive bar, and a monstrous live show. Scurry feverishly through scare zones to evade the angry creatures with thousands of other attendees at Howl-O-Scream.

September 12
Sunset Cliffs Auto Show
The Inn at Sunset Cliffs, 1370 Sunset Cliffs Blvd.
The Sunset Cliffs Auto Show is a family-friendly event that showcases an array of amazing vehicles, perfect for car enthusiasts and families alike.

September 18
San Diego Bayfair
Mission Bay Park, 1404 Vacation Road
Attendees can enjoy prime views of high-speed races, explore food and drink vendors, and relax in the scenic beauty of Mission Bay Park.

September 26
San Diego International Dragon Boat Race
Tecolote Shores North in Mission Bay, 1740 East Mission Bay Dr.
The race competition is fierce, and there are pre-race festivities, including lion dance, music, and performances, as well as a Vendor Village with food trucks, jewelry, clothing, and more.

September 26
Pacific Islander Festival
Ski Beach Park on Mission Bay, 1600 Vacation Rd.
The Pacific Islander Festival in San Diego is the largest and longest-running celebration of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander culture in the U.S. This vibrant, community-driven event brings together participants from across the country to honor the traditions of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia through music, dance, food, and art.

September 30 – October 4
Del Mar Wine and Food Festival
Surf Sports Park, 14989 Via De La Valle, Del Mar, CA
This lively gathering features a gastronomic spread by SoCal’s renowned chefs and esteemed restaurants, engagements with international food field celebrities, fine wines presented by renowned world winemakers, and a rendezvous with illustrious personalities from sports, surf, and social communities.

October 1-4
Del Mar Wine and Food Festival
Surf Sports Park, 14989 Via De La Valle, Del Mar, CA 92014
This lively gathering features a gastronomic spread by SoCal’s renowned chefs and esteemed restaurants, engagements with international food field celebrities, fine wines presented by renowned world winemakers, and a rendezvous with illustrious personalities from sports, surf, and social communities.

October 1-31
Howl-O-Scream
SeaWorld, 500 Sea World Dr.
Shriek and scream as pulse-pounding horrors are around every corner during Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego. The event features sweat-inducing haunts, exhilarating rides, an interactive bar, and a monstrous live show. Scurry feverishly through scare zones to evade the angry creatures with thousands of other attendees at Howl-O-Scream.

October 16
Mission BayFest
Mariner’s Point Park, 1215 Mariners Way
Mission Bayfest brings top-tier live music to the heart of San Diego’s Mission Beach, set against the backdrop of Mariner’s Point Park’s sweeping bay views and lush open spaces.

October 16
Halloween Spooktacular
SeaWorld, 500 Sea World Dr.
Enjoy a spooky trunk or treat along with games, creepy critters, donut walk, inflatables, photo ops, face painting, and more!

November 4-8
Coronado Island Film Festival
Various times and locations
Spend five extraordinary days in Coronado surrounded by cinephiles, industry insiders, and award-winning storytelling.

November 6-8
San Diego Food and Wine Festival
Various times and locations
The San Diego Food and Wine Festival Grand Weekend is a coastal celebration featuring hundreds of wineries, renowned chefs, farmers, and fishermen.