San Diego Events Calendar by Month

December 6-15
Yuletide Medieval Festival
Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 North Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA
Step back in time at the Yuletide Medieval Festival. Immerse yourself in historic entertainment, including interactive experiences and lively performances, suitable for enthusiasts and casual enjoyers alike.

December 14
San Diego SantaCon 2024
12 pm – 8 pm
Whiskey Girl, 702 Fifth Ave.
Get ready for the biggest holiday bash of the year at San Diego SantaCon 2024. Join thousands of Santas, elves, and holiday enthusiasts for a day of merry-making and spreading goodwill across the community. Dress up in your jolliest Santa Claus suits, elf costumes, or reindeer antlers, and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere.The celebration kicks off with a Santa army gathering in true holiday spirit. Throughout the day, enjoy various themed activities, pub crawls, and engaging festivities at centrally located bars and venues. Indulge in seasonal drinks, participate in fun competitions, and capture memorable moments with fellow Santas.

December 27
San Diego Tango Festival (SDTF)
9 am – 6 pm
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Great location on the waterfront with sunsets and good weather, walking distance to one of the best restaurant districts in the city, and many nearby San Diego adventures to be had! As always, great DJs and teachers to keep you dancing and learning all weekend long. At SDTF we take our tango seriously, but not too seriously. We’re serious about great navigation, but we’re also serious about having a good time! We have all the things you expect from a tango festival: forgiving floor, great DJs and teachers, and a smooth sound system with lots of hours of dancing. But it’s New Year’s and we believe in a great party! So there will be decorations and twinkle lights and balloons and New Year’s champagne because we think tango should be fun too!

January 1-5
Skating by the Sea
Hotel Del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave.
10 am – 10 pm
Practice your axel and spins overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

January 4-12
Monster Jam
Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way
Favorites Grave Digger, Dragon, And Just Get-er-Done perform a variety of stunts and compete in contests to see which driver pulls off the most impressive feats.

January 10-12
San Diego Rodeo
Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd.
The San Diego Rodeo returns to Petco Park. Enjoy this three-day family-friendly event, featuring some of the world’s top rodeo athletes. C5 Rodeo Co. and Outriders Presents are partnering with the Padres to help bring an authentic rodeo experience to downtown San Diego. Many of the sport’s most talented cowboys will be returning to participate for more than $800,000 in prize money. Additionally, with our city’s rich history of rodeo culture dating back hundreds of years, the San Diego Rodeo will continue to incorporate cultural practices featuring local charros.

January 11
Harney Street Market
10 am – 4 pm
Harney Street Market is a delightful weekend event that takes place on Harney Street in Old Town San Diego. This bustling market is located between San Diego Avenue and Congress Street, and it is the perfect place to enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends.

January 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
1355 N. Harbor Drive
Celebrate the legacy of Dr. King during this annual event. The parade is filled with dazzling floats, phenomenal high school bands, drill teams, colleges/universities, fraternities, sororities, churches, and peace and youth organizations.

January 24-26
San Diego Lunar New Year Festival
Officer Jeremy Henwood Memorial Park, 4455 Wightman Street
The San Diego Lunar New Year Festival is a 3-day celebration featuring dazzling lanterns, folk and traditional performances, arts and cultural exhibitions, lion dances and firecrackers, and plenty of family fun activities for the kids. More importantly, the festival is inclusive and free.

January 25
Luis Max at Fiesta de Reyes
5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Join us at the Fiesta de Reyes stage in Old Town San Diego for an unforgettable musical journey with the talented Luis Max. With his soulful voice and virtuoso guitar skills, Luis Max enchants audiences with a captivating blend of traditional and contemporary Latin music. Whether you’re looking to unwind with friends, savor delicious Mexican cuisine, or simply bask in the ambiance of Old Town, Luis Max’s performance is the perfect accompaniment to your Saturday evening.

January 29 – February 2
San Diego Black Film Festival
Theatre Box, 701 Fifth Ave.
Established in 2002 and held each year during the last week of January, the San Diego Black Film Festival has grown to become one of the largest black film festivals in the country.

February 2
Folklorico Dancing at Fiesta de Reyes
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Old Town San Diego, 2754 Calhoun St.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of folklorico dancing at the Fiesta de Reyes stage in Old Town San Diego. Join us regularly as skilled dancers, adorned in traditional costumes, captivate audiences with their graceful movements and lively rhythms. Each performance tells a story of Mexican culture and heritage through the art of dance, offering a glimpse into the colorful tapestry of Mexico’s regional traditions. Don’t miss the chance to witness the beauty and passion of folklorico dancing, a cherished part of Old Town’s cultural legacy, as it comes to life on our stage.

February 8
Harney Street Market
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Old Town San Diego
Harney Street Market is a delightful weekend event that takes place on Harney Street in Old Town San Diego. This bustling market is located between San Diego Avenue and Congress Street, and it is the perfect place to enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends.

February 16
Coronado Valentine’s 10K & 1-Mile Fun Run
Coronado Tidelands Pk, 2000 Mullinex Drive, Coronado, CA
The event has earned a great reputation for its attention to detail, race management, and an awesome post-race party, and will be a Match Making event this year!

February 26 – March 2
San Diego Bird Festival
Marina Village Conference Center on Mission Bay, 1936 Quivira Way
The San Diego Bird Alliance invites you to the San Diego Bird Festival, which celebrates the birds and habitats of San Diego County. Our region truly offers some of the best birding in the United States. In a world where social media and smart devices seem to be taking over, birds are a lovely reminder that the world is full of real experiences. All you need to do is Look Up!