San Diego Events This Weekend: Food, Festivals, Concerts, and More!

The summer season is officially here, and San Diego is ready to celebrate with a plethora of exciting events happening this weekend. From food and drink festivals to concerts and theater performances, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Here are some of the must-explore events taking place in San Diego:

1. San Diego Beer Weekend (June 21-23): Support independent beermakers at the third annual San Diego Beer Weekend. Enjoy events at various San Diego Brewers Guild locations and participate in social media contests to win prizes from local breweries.

2. Ocean Beach Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off (June 22): Head to Ocean Beach for a day of live music, community murals, and a legendary chili cook-off. Sample delicious chili recipes and vote for your favorite.

3. San Diego Lao Food Festival (June 22-23): Explore Laotian cuisine at the second annual San Diego Lao Food Festival in Mira Mesa. Sample a variety of dishes, enjoy live music, and participate in carnival activities.

4. Scoop San Diego Ice Cream Festival (June 23): Beat the heat at the Scoop San Diego Ice Cream Festival in North Park. Sample ice cream, gelato, and more from over 20 local vendors and support a local food security nonprofit.

5. The San Diego Black Arts Festival (June 21-23): Celebrate local Black artists at The Old Globe’s Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre with a showcase of original works and performances.

6. Pointeworks Inaugural Performance (June 20): Don’t miss the debut showcase of Pointeworks, a performing arts collective, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall in La Jolla.

7. Del Mar Village Summer Solstice (June 20): Enjoy bites, wine, beer, and cocktails at the Del Mar Village Summer Solstice event at Powerhouse Park.

8. Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival (June 20-29): Experience classical music performances at various locations in La Jolla as part of the Mainly Mozart Orchestra Festival.

9. Nine The Musical (June 21-July 14): Transport yourself to 1960s Venice with a performance of Nine The Musical at Coronado Playhouse.

10. Summer Fun on the 101 (June 22): Jam to live music at Leucadia Roadside Park and support a musical studies scholarship for high school graduates.

11. Sofar San Diego (June 22): Enjoy acoustic performances by rising artists at a surprise location in San Diego as part of Sofar San Diego.

12. La Mesa Classic Car Show & Music Event (June 20): Check out classic cars and enjoy a concert from rockabilly band Blame Betty in La Mesa.

13. San Diego Scottish Highland Games (June 22-23): Experience Scottish culture and traditions at the San Diego Scottish Highland Games in Vista.

With so many exciting events happening in San Diego this weekend, there’s no shortage of fun things to do. Whether you’re a foodie, music lover, or culture enthusiast, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as summer kicks off in America’s Finest City.