Events in San Diego in August 2026
San Diego event dates for August 2026 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to August.
San Diego's August 2026 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
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Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Aug 1 - Aug 30
San Diego County Fair 2026
Annual county fair featuring rides, concerts, food, exhibits, and competitions at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Aug 5 - Aug 9
San Diego Comic-Con International 2026
The world-famous pop culture convention featuring comics, movies, TV shows, and celebrity panels held at the San Diego Convention Center.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Aug 14 - Aug 23
La Jolla Music Society SummerFest 2026
A series of classical music concerts and performances held at various venues in La Jolla, near San Diego.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
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Turn these August events into a full San Diego plan, every place checked for closures, limited hours, and booking needs on your dates.