Hey San Diego 👋 Here’s the Best Weekend Events | February 19–22, 2026 Edition

👋” Welcome, San Diego!
Here’s Your Ultimate Weekend Guide

February 19-22

San Diego’s weekend line‑up from February 19–22, 2026 is packed with seasonal favorites — from giant trucks to FREE Lunar New Year outdoor festivals, family activities, live entertainment and more! Whether you’re planning a family outing, or something with parents or friends, here’s your curated guide to the best local events and things to do.

Weekend Event Highlights

BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW! Touch-a-Truck Lakeside Edition Lakeside :: San Diego
March 1 @ 10am – 3pm

Come one, come all. Come big (adults) and small. It’s the annual “touch-a-truck” event featuring all sorts of trucks and humongous vehicles that you get to climb into, play drive, explore + more! Fire trucks, tractors, military, diggers are just to name a few.

Date & Time: Sunday, March 1, 2026 | 10AM – 3PM
Location: Lakeside, San Diego
What It’s About: Getting kids (and adults) inspired and interested in large vehicles that have specific uses for specific jobs in our world.
Info: Click here to buy tickets
Cost: $10 per person

FREE! San Diego tet Festival – Year of the fire horse
NTC park :: Liberty station :: Point Loma
February 20-22, 2026

Celebrate culture, community, and tradition at San Diego’s vibrant FREE Lunar New Year festivals taking place at Liberty Station and Balboa Park, where live performances, lion dances, authentic international food vendors, music, and interactive family activities create one of the most exciting cultural events of the season. This FREE San Diego event is perfect for families and visitors looking for festivals, cultural celebrations, and fun things to do in San Diego this weekend while supporting local businesses and experiencing the city’s diverse heritage.

Date: Sunday, February 20-22, 2026
Location: NTC Park at Liberty Station, Point Loma, San Diego
What It’s About: Celebrate Lunar New Year with cultural performances, food vendors, live entertainment, and family activities. These festivals are among San Diego’s most vibrant annual cultural celebrations.
Info: Click image for info
Cost: FREE

FREE! Outdoor Yoga for All Rady Shell at Jacobs Park :: Embarcadero Downtown :: San Diego
Sat, February 21 @ 9:30am – 10:30AM

Whether you are a veteran or beginner, get your Ujjayi [ooo-jaw-eee] (Ocean’s Breath) going and body moving at this iconic outdoor venue this coming Saturday! Tell a friend, bring a friend, partner or your entire family and oooom your way to a happier mind and spirit. Led by Fit Athletic. Click here for FREE registration + details!

Date & Time: Sunday, February 20-22, 2026 | 9:30AM – 10:30AM
Location: Rady Shell at Jacob’s Park, Embarcadero, San Diego
What It’s About: Perfect for beginners and experienced yogis looking for a FREE, fun outdoor experience
Info: Click image for info
Cost: FREE

PC: Fit Athletic + Rady Shell

San Diego to Host Surfing + Soccer 2028 Summer olympics
Snapdragon stadium + Trestles Beach – San Diego
July 14-30, 2028

San Diego is officially stepping onto the world stage as a host city for the 2028 Summer Olympics, taking place July 14–30, 2028, with two major events set along its iconic coastline and skyline. Olympic soccer matches will be held at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego—temporarily renamed “San Diego Stadium” for the Games—while Olympic surfing will unfold at the legendary Trestles Beach, widely considered one of the best high-performance waves on the planet. As part of the greater Los Angeles Olympic region, these marquee events will bring elite international athletes, global media coverage, and thousands of visitors to San Diego. Olympic ticket registration opens this April and advance sign-up is required, making early registration essential for anyone hoping to witness history in person.

Dates of Events: July 14-30, 2028
Location: Snapdragon Stadium + Trestles Beach – San Diego
Registration required. Tickets go on sale April 2026.

FREE! San Diego Science + Engineering Day
Petco Park :: Downtown San Diego
Saturday, March 7, 2026 @ 10am – 5pm

Calling all big brains!! San Diego’s biggest, best interactive science and engineering festival comes again to Petco Park bigger and better than ever. This incredible all day event will tease your brain, ignite your imagination, and immerse you in all things science and engineering. All kids big + small welcome – and it’s FREE! Click here for info.

Date & Time: Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 10AM – 5PM
Location: Petco Park, Downtown San Diego
What It’s About: Learning, exploring and hands on experience with science, technology, engineering and math for all ages
Info: Click image for info
Cost: FREE

A Kid’s Most Memorable Sleepover On the USS Midway
Embarcadero :: Downtown San Diego
Select dates January – November 2026

BE THE FIRST! The USS Midway newly presents its Overnight Adventure Program, where kids and families ages 4+ get to explore the ship after hours, enjoy exclusive time on the flight deck under the stars, and sleep in actual Navy racks, then wake up to a hot breakfast, new activities and more!

Dates & Times: Select Fridays through November, 2026 , February 20-22, 2026 | 6:30PM
Location: USS Midway Museum, Embarcadero, San Diego
What It’s About: This immersive overnight adventure blends education, history, and excitement, and hands-on learning.
Info: Click image for info + tickets

Cost: $125 pp or $100 pp for members
WHAT ELSE: annual membership costs $205 and includes perks and 4 guest passes)

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