San Diego Events July 2020

Fun Things to do in San Diego

Summer San Diego events July 2020. San Diego is opening up a bit but there are a lot of restrictions with the COVID-19 pandemic. Be smart and safe, and don't forget to wear your face mask. Check out these fun things to do, but confirm they are open and any restrictions before you go.

In most years, July is the time to kick off your summer with 4th of July fireworks then hit the San Diego beaches for a summer of fun. There are many free concerts, and so many events, including Comic-Con in San Diego!

Updated January 21, 2021 by San Diego Beaches and Adventures

San Diego Events July 2020

San Diego County Fair Cancelled for 2020– open most years June through July 4 at the Del Mar San Diego Fairgrounds (Interstate 5 at Via de la Valle). More San Diego family fun with concerts, flowers, rides, exhibits and more at the San Diego County Fair . This is one of the best of the summer San Diego events! July 4th is a popular day - enjoy the fireworks at 9:30 at the San Diego County Fairgrounds.

San Diego Zoo and Safari Park - Our favorite local zoo and safari park are open with half capacity on a first-come, first served basis. Visit the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Safari Wildlife Park.

San Diego Museums opening - Some museums are opening such as Fleet Science museum on July 3, Natural History museum on July 3, USS Midway on July 1. Reservations and restrictions may be in place. San Diego Museums

Theme parks opening - Some theme parks are opening such as Sea World San Diego on July 10 and Legoland California on July 17. Disneyland is still to be determined.

July 4th Firework Displays Most Cancelled for 2020 Summer wouldn't be the same without a San Diego Fireworks show. Yup, 2020 won't be the same. San Diego Fireworks for your July fourth weekend celebration.

Low tide at 4 AM on July 4th 2020 rises 5 feet by 10 AM

July 4th at the beach - Thursday July 4th will be a popular beach day especially if the weather is great. Be sure to plan for the rise in the tides before you set up your beach umbrella too close to the water. Refer to the tide chart above to see how the tides change throughout the day. If you pick a spot too close to the water in the morning, you may lose it later in the day. Choose your best beach in San Diego to spend a day at the beach.

Insect and Ladybug Festival Cancelled for 2020 but San Diego Botanic Garden is open by reservation only- Kids can try out their bug collecting skills at the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas. Festival free with admission to the gardens, which are beautiful to walk around. San Diego Botanic Garden

Things to do at Home - Sometimes you just need to stay at home. Enjoy a backyard BBQ or try one of our ideas for Fun things to do at home.

Carlsbad TGIF Jazz in the Parks Cancelled for 2020 - Friday evenings from 6 – 8 PM. Free outdoor summer concerts at various locations in Carlsbad, CA.

Hotel del Coronado Historic Walking Tour Call for Info - Tuesdays and Friday at 10:30 AM, Saturdays and Sundays at 2 PM. 75 minute walking tour of the famous historic Hotel del Coronado, let by docents from the Coronado Historical Association. $20 for adults, children 12 and under free. Reservations recommended. 619.437.8788.

Kayak at La Jolla Shores- This summer is a great time to kayak at La Jolla Shores to see the Sea Caves, marine life, and leopard sharks. Several different companies offer kayaking tours, or you can launch your own kayak at the free boat ramp. One of the best San Diego events. July is a great month, but make reservations. For more information see La Jolla Kayaking.

Hollywood California - Drive north and visit the world famous Hollywood. Tour a movie studio, hike to the Hollywood sign, shop on Rodeo drive, find your favorite star on the Hollywood walk of fame, visit Universal Studios and more. Check out the best the Hollywood Attractions.

Over the Line Tournament Cancelled for 2020 - Sat and Sun, from 7:30 AM to dusk. Ages 21 and up only. Mark your calendars, as it is just about time for the Annual Over the Line Tournament. You may be asking, “What is this Over The Line tournament?” Well, it is said to be one of the last pure Southern California traditions left untouched by commercialism. It is truly just a ball and bat game played with 2 teams and 3 players on each. There are no foul lines. It is played without gloves and pretty much only wooden softball bats and balls are used.

The primary function aside from all the fun for this event is that it serves as the primary fundraising source for OMBAC’s (Old Mission Beach Athletic Club) year-round charitable programs. The profits from Over The Line go back into our community!It will take place at Fiesta Island on Mission Bay, San Diego, CA. For directions you can visit the official Over The Line website at www.ombac.org/over-the-line

Coronado Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Cancelled for 2020 - Saturday July 4th 2020. Watch the Independence Day Parade on July 4th in downtown at 10 AM on Orange Ave. from 1st St. to Churchill Place, enjoy the concert in the park at 4 PM, and the fireworks at Glorietta Bay at 9 PM over San Diego Bay. Also try the annual Independence Day 15K Run-5K Run/Walk at Tideland park, and the annual Rough Water Swim at Coronado City Beach. For more information about the Coronado 4th of July Celebration see coronadotimes.com

Annual Big Bay Boom July 4 Fireworks Show Live Show Cancelled for 2020 - Watch from the comfort of your home. Beginning at 9 p.m., the fireworks go off during a Big Bay Boom Encore, a 24-minute fireworks show on TV. Normally, the show is live, on of the popular San Diego events for July 4th. Join the crowds in downtown San Diego at 9 pm in this large fireworks display, expected to be the largest in San Diego area. Pick your favorite spot near Seaport Village, Coronado Ferry Landing, Spanish Landing, Embarcadero Marina Parks North and South, Cesar Chavez Park, Coronado Tidelands Park, Shelter Island and Harbor Island. Fireworks will be discharged simultaneously from barges placed off Shelter Island, Harbor Island, and North Embarcadero. Call (619) 686-6200 for parking and shuttle information. One of the best San Diego events for 4th of July.

Mira Mesa Fourth of July Cancelled for 2020 Saturday July 4 2020. Join in the fun at the Mira Mesa San Diego 4th of July parade and family fun day in Mira Mesa Community Park. www.miramesatowncouncil.org

San Diego Beaches - July through October are the most popular months at the San Diego Beaches and North County Beaches. Browse through our pages of beaches, or see our 101 Things to do at the Beach.

La Jolla Concerts by the Sea - Note this concert series ended in 2016.

Snorkeling with Sharks - Cancelled for 2020 at La Jolla Shores. $30 per person. Birch Aquarium at Scripps naturalists host snorkeling adventures to see the Leopard Sharks rays and more. Birch Aquarium Adventures

San Diego Botanic Garden Free Tuesday Now open by reservation only - Free admission on the first Tuesday of every month to this lovely botanical garden in Encinitas, Cal. We enjoy the rain forest, bamboo garden, and for kids there is a new children's garden and tree house.San Diego Botanic Garden

Pier Moon Walks Currently closed - July dates TBD 2020, additional dates in June - October. Cost is $35 per person. A warm night lit by a full moon is the perfect time to explore the Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier, usually closed to the public. Also includes a tour of the Scripps Oceanography campus. Birch Aquarium Adventures

Green Flash Concert Series Currently closed July date TBD 2020 and 4 other dates through the summer. Monthly adult only (ages 21 and up) summer concert series on the Tide Pool Plaza at Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Shows from 6 - 9 PM. One of our favorite San Diego summer event! aquarium.ucsd.edu

Hornblower Full Moon Dinner Cruise - Dates and times vary for these San Diego events July 2020. Enjoy a glass of champagne and three course dinner as you see the romantic San Diego skyline from the bay during full moon. At the Embarcadero. For information on dinner cruises on San Diego Bay and their cruises see www.hornblower.com

San Diego Pride Festival Cancelled for 2020 - For details about the San Diego Gay Pride Parade and Festival see www.sdpride.org

Del Mar Horse Races - opening day Friday July 10 2020 - Labor Day weekend (Monday Sep. 7 2020) at the Del Mar Racetrack, Del Mar Fairgrounds. Where the turf meets the surf, horse racing kicks off with Opening Day at Del Mar, and includes Del Mar summer concert series. Free summer concert series for fans attending the races on Friday nights. Lots of special events on Saturdays ane Sundays. Del Mar Horse Races

Sun and Sea Festival aka The Original Imperial Beach Sandcastle Competition Postponed for 2020 - The Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival will be held at Portwood Pier Plaza in Imperial Beach. The event will include Kids N' Kastles competition for children ages 12 and under (no adult sand castle competition). Join in the arts and crafts, enjoy some food from the farmer's market and international food fair, and a fun day for all! Sandcastle Ball and exhibition the day before (Friday). sunandseafestival.com

Point Loma Summer Concerts Currently Postponed - Friday evening July and August dates TBD 2020 at Point Loma Park, 1049 Catalina Blvd. Free summer concert series. www.plconcerts.org

Encinitas Sunday Concerts by the Sea - Contact venue to confirm - Sunday dates 5 and 19 2020 from 3 – 5 PM at Moonlight State Beach in Encinitas. Bring your beach blankets. Fun free San Diego events in July..

Carlsbad Triathlon - Sunday July date TBD 2020. 7:00 AM Triathlon starts at Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack and Carlsbad Blvd. Limited to 1000 athletes so sign up now. Phone number 760 602 7519

Comic-Con International - Cancelled for 2020 - July 23 to 26 2020 at the San Diego Convention Center, 111 West Harbor Drive, San Diego CA 92101. If you are looking for fun things to do in San Diego, don't miss Comic Con! Four days of excitement at Comic Con 2018, plus bonus preview night. This is one of the most popular San Diego events and these tickets sell out early. But join in the fun anyway in the area if you don't get a ticket. Most downtown San Diego hotels during this time will be booked by Comic-Con attendees, so you may need to look for hotels further north. For details about Comic Con 2020 San Diego see www.comic-con.org

San Diego Dog Beaches - Take your dog to the beach! Choose your favorite San Diego Dog Beach from all the ones we have listed. One of the best San Diego activities for dogs and dog lovers. San Diego Dog Beaches.

Balboa Park Free Museum Tuesday for Residents and Military - Contact to confirm, as some museums have reopened - Some Balboa Park museums are free on 1st - 4th Tuesdays of each month to locals (San Diego Cal. City & county residents), and active military and their families. The free admission is on a rotating basis. Check out the Free Tuesday Balboa Park museum schedule.

Solana Beach Triathlon and Duathlon - Contact Venue to Confirm Sunday July 26 2020 starting at 6:50 AM race at Fletcher Cove Park. 2000 athletes are expected in this fun summer event.

Free Twilight Concerts in Balboa Park Cancelled for 2020 - late June through late August Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays (excluding July 4th) at 6:30 PM at Spreckels Organ Pavilion in Balboa Park San Diego. San Diego events July – free outdoor concerts ranging from pipe organ music, jazz, big band and silent movies. San Diego Balboa Park Free Concerts

San Diego Harbor Waterfront – For a fun day in San Diego activity, enjoy a stroll along the San Diego waterfront and admire all the historic ships. See the historic ships. Walk down to Seaport Village and visit the unique shops. For the young kids, reward them with an ice cream cone and a ride on the merry-go-round.

San Diego Night Market Live Event Cancelled for 2020 San Diego events offers a variety unique food, beer from local micro breweries, entertainment and more. Check out the San Diego Night Market event at www.sdnightmarket.com.

Things to Do in San Diego - For more San Diego events , check out these Things to do in San Diego, San Diego Events August and 101 Things to do at the Beach.

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