ALL SUMMER Nighttime Zoo

Come “rock and roar” every day this summer with live music, fun shows, and special animal encounters.

Location: San Diego Zoo: 2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego

Cost: $44-$54
zoo.sandiegozoo.org

JULY 4

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Big Bay Boom

Fireworks will be discharged off Shelter Island, Harbor Island, Embarcadero North, Seaport Village, Embarcadero South Marina Park and Coronado Ferry Landing.

Time: 9-10pm

Location: San Diego Bayfront – see website for details

Cost: Free to attend

www.bigbayboom.com

JULY 5

Sunset Poolside Jazz Series

Set against the backdrop of downtown San Diego’s sunset skyline, with smooth and sultry sounds of Southern California’s finest jazz talents.

Time: 6:30-9:30pm

Location: The Westgate Hotel: 1055 Second Ave, San Diego

Cost: $25

www.westgatehotel.com

JULY 13-14

Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival

World-class sandcastle sculptors, a community parade, live music, children’s craft activities, Kids ‘n Kastles competition, a farmer’s market and an international food fair. Time: Friday 8am-dusk, Saturday 7am-5pm

Location: Portwood Pier Plaza:

10 Evergreen Ave, Imperial Beach

Cost: Free to attend

www.sunandseafestival.com

JULY 14

San Diego Pride Parade

The largest single-day civic event in the region and among the largest Prides in the United States, attracting over 200,000 cheering supporters of the LGBTQ community!Time: 11am-1pm

Location: Hillcrest (begins at University Ave & Normal St)

Cost: Free to attend

www.sdpride.org

JULY 14-15 & 21-22

Over The Line Tournament

San Diego’s beach softball Over the Line Tournament is played by men and women into their 80’s and is one of the last pure Southern California traditions. Time: 7:30am-6pm

Location: Fiesta Island: 1590 E Mission Bay Dr, San Diego

Cost: Free to attend

www.ombac.org/over-the-line

JULY 18

Opening Day Del Mar Horse Races

Fans flock to the track each summer to wager on their favorite horses during the annual Del Mar Thoroughbred Club racing season, mid-July through early-September.

Time: 11:30am-6:30pm

Location: Del Mar Thoroughbred Club

2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar

Cost: $15-$30

www.dmtc.com

JULY 19-27

Comic-Con International

The largest comics and pop culture event in the United States, attracting thousands of artists, celebrities and fans of comic books and movie memorabilia.Time: Time varies. See website for details

Location: San Diego Convention Center:

111 W Harbor Dr, San Diego

Cost: Price varies. See website for details

www.comic-con.org

JULY 27-29

Super Girl Surf Pro

The weekend will be jam-packed with world-class competition that will have you on your toes and a festival village loaded with female-inspired vendors, activities and entertainment.

Time: Time varies. See website for details

Location: Oceanside Pier: 300 N The Strand, Oceanside

Cost: Free to attend

www.supergirlpro.com

JULY 28

Concert At The Lakes

A benefit for the Santee-Lakeside Rotary Foundation and Santee Lakes Foundation. “Disco is reborn for one night only at Santee Lakes.” 21+.

Time: 4-10pm

Location: Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve (Lake 1):

9310 Fanita Pkwy, Santee

Cost: Dinner & show $65, lawn seating $40

www.concertatthelakes.com

JULY 28

Imperial Beach Surf Dog Competition

The original surf dog competition! More than 60 dogs are expected to participate in this family-friendly event, which raises funds for the San Diego Humane Society.

Time: 8am-3pm

Location: Imperial Beach Pier / Portwood Pier Plaza:

10 Evergreen Ave, Imperial Beach

Cost: Free to attend

www.surfdogevents.com/imperial-beach

JULY 29

Solana Beach Triathlon & Duathlon

The surf-entry ocean swim is supported by lifeguards and swim buddies. The bike and run courses cruise down the world famous Pacific Coast Highway.

Time: Starts at 6:50am

Location: Fletcher Cove: 111 S Sierra Ave, Solana Beach

Cost: See website for details

www.kozevents.com