🎉 San Diego Summer 2025 Events & Festivals – Full Guide 🌞

Whether you’re a local or just visiting, here’s your go-to list of everything happening in San Diego this summer. From music festivals and fireworks to horse races and soccer history – this city has it all!

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🗓️ May 2025

• Sun God Festival (UCSD) 📅 May 3 | 📍 UC San Diego 🎶 UCSD’s annual music fest featuring major artists and student performances.

• Kuumba Fest 📅 May 30–31 🌍 A powerful celebration of African-American culture, expression, and community.

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🗓️ June 2025

• North Park Music Fest 📅 June 7 | 📍 North Park 🎸 40+ musical acts, plus art, food, and local vendors.

• San Diego County Fair 📅 June 11 – July 6 | 📍 Del Mar Fairgrounds 🎡 “Summer Pet-tacular” theme with carnival rides, games, and deep-fried deliciousness.

• Juneteenth Block Party (Quartyard) 📅 June 14 | 📍 Quartyard 🎉 Celebrate freedom with music, food, and community vibes.

• San Diego FC vs. Club América 📅 June 21 | 📍 Snapdragon Stadium ⚽ San Diego FC’s inaugural match – a major moment vs. Mexican powerhouse Club América.

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🗓️ July 2025

• Big Bay Boom 📅 July 4 | 📍 San Diego Bay 🎆 The largest fireworks display in SoCal – visible all around the bay!

• San Diego Pride 📅 July 16–20 | 📍 Hillcrest & Balboa Park 🏳️‍🌈 Parade, rally, and a two-day festival celebrating LGBTQ+ pride.

• Del Mar Racing Season Kickoff 📅 Starts July 17 | 📍 Del Mar Racetrack 🐎 Horse racing returns with live entertainment and summer energy.

• Comic-Con International 📅 July 24–27 | 📍 SD Convention Center 🎭 The world’s largest pop culture event. Panels, exhibits, cosplay, and celeb sightings galore.