Festivals/Celebrations This Year
SCHEDULED ON PUBLIC PROPERTY
Telephone: (619) 685-1331
Internet: www.sandiego.gov/specialevents
| Date/Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026, 2 - 10pm | Proper NYE/NYD 2026 Join us for CRSSD's Proper New Year's Eve Music Festival at Petco Park. |
Address: 100 Park Blvd. San Diego, Ca 92101 |
| Saturday, January 10, 2026, 12 - 5pm | San Diego Brew Fest The 14th annual San Diego Brew Festival finally returns! The event will feature over 70 breweries, 200 beers, 10 of San Diegos best food trucks as well as cover bands and lawn games. The 2026 SD Brew Fest will take place at NTC park from noon to 4pm. |
Address: 2640 Cushing Road |
| Saturday, January 24, 2026, 12 - 4pm |
16th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration and Sportsfest
Join us in celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at his namesake park in beautiful Southeast San Diego for the 15th Annual Dr. Martin Luther KingJr. Community Celebration and Sportsfest on Saturday, January 25th, 2025. The Community Celebration starts at 11:00am and will feature local politicians, performers, dance groups, food and merchandise vendors, a kids zone, health & wellness pavilion and more! This is a FREE Family friendly event for the whole community. All completed Performer or Vendor applications must be submitted to MLKDay@sandiego.gov by January 10th, 2025. Please email MLKDay@sandiego.gov or call Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center at (619) 527-3415 for more information. |
Address: 6401 Skyline Dr |
| Sunday, February 8, 2026, 3 - 8pm |
Convoy Rising: A Lunar New Year Kickoff Celebration
For the first time in history, San Diegos Convoy District will host a Lunar New Year kickoff celebration and youre invited! Join us on Sunday, February 8, 2026, from 3:00 to 8:00 PM, as The Doan Foundation, Social Artistry, and Up2You Cafe transform Convoy into a cultural hub filled with sights, sounds, and flavors that honor the Year of the Fire Horse. Experience the excitement of a night market style festival featuring delicious food, unique local vendors, and artisan goods. The evening will come alive with a premier lion dance exhibition, featuring the best lion dance groups in San Diego, along with cultural showcases that highlight the beauty and traditions of the Lunar New Year. Families can gather to enjoy live entertainment, festive decorations, and the vibrant energy of one of San Diegos most dynamic districts. Convoy Rising is a milestone moment for the community as Convoy fully embraces its Cultural District designation by the City of San Diego. Come hungry, bring your loved ones, and be part of history as Convoy steps into a new tradition of cultural pride and unity. |
Address: 7770 Vickers St |
| Friday, February 13, 2026, 5 - 10pm | 2026 SD Lunar New Year Festival Celebrate the Year of the Horse at one of San Diegos most vibrant cultural events! The 2026 San Diego Lunar New Year Festival features three days of lively performances, lion dances, firecrackers, traditional arts, delicious Asian cuisine, and family-friendly activities. Explore the Cultural Village and experience the rich traditions of Southeast Asia. Free and open to the public, this community celebration welcomes visitors of all ages to enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of the Lunar New Year. |
Address: 4455 Wightman St |
| Saturday, February 14, 2026, 11am - 10pm | 2026 SD Lunar New Year Festival Celebrate the Year of the Horse at one of San Diegos most vibrant cultural events! The 2026 San Diego Lunar New Year Festival features three days of lively performances, lion dances, firecrackers, traditional arts, delicious Asian cuisine, and family-friendly activities. Explore the Cultural Village and experience the rich traditions of Southeast Asia. Free and open to the public, this community celebration welcomes visitors of all ages to enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of the Lunar New Year. |
Address: 4455 Wightman St |
| Saturday, February 14, 2026, 12 - 5pm | Black Sabbath MC San Diego Annual Picnic Black Sabbach MC San Diego Mother Chapter was established in 1974. Being the first Black motorcycle club established in San Diego we are known across the country. We will be celebrating our 52nd Annual celebration per our tradition during Presidents Day Weekend, which happens to land on February 14th this year. Black Sabbath MC San Diego is know throughout the Motorcycle Community as the Official 1st Run, which begins the MC Set Season. We look forward to celebrating this historical event in February. |
Address: Dennis V. Allen Park Gateway Center Way |
| Sunday, February 15, 2026, 11am - 8pm | 2026 SD Lunar New Year Festival Celebrate the Year of the Horse at one of San Diegos most vibrant cultural events! The 2026 San Diego Lunar New Year Festival features three days of lively performances, lion dances, firecrackers, traditional arts, delicious Asian cuisine, and family-friendly activities. Explore the Cultural Village and experience the rich traditions of Southeast Asia. Free and open to the public, this community celebration welcomes visitors of all ages to enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of the Lunar New Year. |
Address: 4455 Wightman St |
| Friday, February 20, 2026, 4 - 10pm | San Diego Tet Festival The San Diego Tet Festival, a Vietnamese New Year celebration, is the largest Lunar New Year event in San Diego County. The three-day event features live music, food, cultural performances, lion dances, A-list Vietnamese artists and the Miss Vietnam San Diego pageant. There's also a Cultural Village where you can immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture. |
Address: 2640 Cushing Rd |
| Saturday, February 21, 2026, 11am - 5pm |
Balboa Park Chinese New Year Fair
Join the House of China at Balboa Park for the Annual Chinese New Year Festival! Enjoy a vibrant and culturally enriching event that celebrates the Lunar New Year with traditional Chinese music, dance, and culinary delights. Family-friendly and free to attend, all visitors can experience the rich heritage of Chinese culture through various performances, including dragon and lion dances, martial arts demonstrations, and classical Chinese music. The festival also features an array of food stalls offering authentic Chinese cuisine, arts and crafts booths, and educational exhibits that highlight the history and significance of the Chinese New Year. |
Address: 2217 Pan American Plaza |
| Saturday, February 21, 2026, 11am - 10pm | San Diego Tet Festival The San Diego Tet Festival, a Vietnamese New Year celebration, is the largest Lunar New Year event in San Diego County. The three-day event features live music, food, cultural performances, lion dances, A-list Vietnamese artists and the Miss Vietnam San Diego pageant. There's also a Cultural Village where you can immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture. |
Address: 2640 Cushing Rd |
| Sunday, February 22, 2026, 11am - 5pm |
Balboa Park Chinese New Year Fair
Join the House of China at Balboa Park for the Annual Chinese New Year Festival! Enjoy a vibrant and culturally enriching event that celebrates the Lunar New Year with traditional Chinese music, dance, and culinary delights. Family-friendly and free to attend, all visitors can experience the rich heritage of Chinese culture through various performances, including dragon and lion dances, martial arts demonstrations, and classical Chinese music. The festival also features an array of food stalls offering authentic Chinese cuisine, arts and crafts booths, and educational exhibits that highlight the history and significance of the Chinese New Year. |
Address: 2217 Pan American Plaza |
| Sunday, February 22, 2026, 11am - 9pm | San Diego Tet Festival The San Diego Tet Festival, a Vietnamese New Year celebration, is the largest Lunar New Year event in San Diego County. The three-day event features live music, food, cultural performances, lion dances, A-list Vietnamese artists and the Miss Vietnam San Diego pageant. There's also a Cultural Village where you can immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture. |
Address: 2640 Cushing Rd |
| Saturday, February 28, 2026, 10am - 5pm |
43rd Annual San Diego Chinese New Year Fair (Downtown)
The 43rd Annual San Diego Chinese New Year Fair returns on Saturday and Sunday, February 28 - March 1, 2026! Celebrate the Year of the Horse with old and new friends on the corner of 3rd Avenue and J Street in downtown San Diego! Enjoy delicious food, crafts for kids, dragon dance, vendors, family-friendly traditional and cultural entertainment all day long on both days: Lion dances, kung fu, traditional instrumentals, classical dance troupes, and so much more! This event is FREE to the public and welcome everyone to celebrate! |
Address: 428 3Rd Avenue |
| Sunday, March 1, 2026, 10am - 5pm |
43rd Annual San Diego Chinese New Year Fair (Downtown)
The 43rd Annual San Diego Chinese New Year Fair returns on Saturday and Sunday, February 28 - March 1, 2026! Celebrate the Year of the Horse with old and new friends on the corner of 3rd Avenue and J Street in downtown San Diego! Enjoy delicious food, crafts for kids, dragon dance, vendors, family-friendly traditional and cultural entertainment all day long on both days: Lion dances, kung fu, traditional instrumentals, classical dance troupes, and so much more! This event is FREE to the public and welcome everyone to celebrate! |
Address: 428 3Rd Avenue |