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The La Mesa Classic Car Show 2026: Your Thursday Night Summer Guide

The La Mesa Classic Car Show 2026: Your Thursday Night Summer Guide

The 32nd Annual La Mesa Classic Car Show rolls into downtown La Mesa every Thursday from 5pm to 8pm starting June 4, 2026. Classic cars, trucks, and vans line La Mesa Boulevard between 4th Street and Spring Street, with live music from local bands playing atop the La Mesa Lumber truck stage at 3rd and La Mesa Blvd. It's free, family-friendly, and the closest thing La Mesa has to a summer tradition. This guide covers what to expect, where to eat, and how to make a Thursday evening on La Mesa Boulevard in La Mesa, California.

SD Lineup EditorialMay 31, 2026
Fiesta del Sol 2026 in Solana Beach: Los Lobos, The English Beat, and 45 Years of Free Music at Fletcher Cove

Fiesta del Sol 2026 in Solana Beach: Los Lobos, The English Beat, and 45 Years of Free Music at Fletcher Cove

Fiesta del Sol 2026, the 45th annual free music and arts festival in Solana Beach, runs Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31 at Fletcher Cove Park. The Belly Up Tavern is curating the lineup, which features Los Lobos, The English Beat, Common Sense, Pine Mountain Logs, and over 14 acts across two stages and two days. The festival includes an arts and crafts fair, food trucks, a beer and wine garden, a Kids Zone with rides and games, and the Solana Beach Fireman's Pancake Breakfast on Sunday. No admission charge. The Cedros Design District runs its own specials during the weekend.

SD Lineup EditorialMay 18, 2026
The La Mesa Village Farmers Market: A Friday Tradition on La Mesa Boulevard

The La Mesa Village Farmers Market: A Friday Tradition on La Mesa Boulevard

The La Mesa Village Farmers Market takes over La Mesa Boulevard between 4th Street and Palm Avenue every Friday from 3pm to 7pm, rain or shine. It's one of the largest weekly markets in East County San Diego, with over 90 vendors selling fresh produce, baked goods, meats, cheeses, flowers, and handmade goods. The market gets 2,900 monthly Google searches on its own and another 2,400 as the La Mesa Village Farmers Market. If you haven't been, or if you've only driven past it, here's what to know before you walk La Mesa Boulevard on a Friday afternoon in La Mesa, California.

SD Lineup EditorialMay 13, 2026
San Diego Comic-Con 2026, Your Guide to the Gaslamp Quarter, Off-Site Events, and Where to Eat During SDCC

San Diego Comic-Con 2026, Your Guide to the Gaslamp Quarter, Off-Site Events, and Where to Eat During SDCC

San Diego Comic-Con 2026 runs July 22 through 26 at the San Diego Convention Center in downtown San Diego, and the Gaslamp Quarter becomes ground zero for one of the biggest cultural events in North America. Over 135,000 badge holders fill the Convention Center while an estimated 300,000 more people flood the surrounding streets for off-site activations, studio pop-ups, and fan events. The Gaslamp Quarter restaurants, bars, and hotels build their entire July around SDCC, and this guide covers where to eat, where to drink, and how to survive the week.

SD Lineup EditorialMay 12, 2026
Padres 2026 Season Preview, New Manager, New Faces, and Your Guide to Game Day in Downtown San Diego

Padres 2026 Season Preview, New Manager, New Faces, and Your Guide to Game Day in Downtown San Diego

The 2026 San Diego Padres season is underway at Petco Park in the East Village, and the early returns are strong. New manager Craig Stammen replaced the retired Mike Shildt and guided the team to an 18-6 April record. Nick Castellanos and Nick Pivetta headline the offseason acquisitions. Fernando Tatis Jr. is still the show. And downtown San Diego is stacked with game-day bars, restaurants, and hotels within walking distance of the ballpark. Here's everything you need to know about the Padres' 2026 season and how to do game day right in downtown.

SD Lineup EditorialMay 12, 2026
Rady Shell at Jacobs Park 2026 Summer Concerts, Beach Boys, Buddy Guy, Brandi Carlile, and More on the San Diego Waterfront

Rady Shell at Jacobs Park 2026 Summer Concerts, Beach Boys, Buddy Guy, Brandi Carlile, and More on the San Diego Waterfront

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park on the downtown San Diego waterfront has released its 2026 summer concert lineup, and it's the venue's strongest season yet. The Beach Boys with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, Buddy Guy's 90th birthday concert, Brandi Carlile, Weird Al, Interpol, Tedeschi Trucks Band, St. Vincent, Wynonna Judd, and Melissa Etheridge all hit the stage between May and October. The venue also programs a live orchestra performance of the Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone score and an America's 250th July Fourth celebration. It's the best outdoor concert series in San Diego.

SD Lineup EditorialMay 12, 2026
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay 2026 — Your Guide to Live Music on Shelter Island This Spring and Summer

Humphreys Concerts by the Bay 2026 — Your Guide to Live Music on Shelter Island This Spring and Summer

Humphreys Concerts by the Bay on Shelter Island in Point Loma kicks off its 2026 season with over 50 outdoor shows from April through October. The lineup includes Cheap Trick, Pat Metheny, Paul Anka, Mac DeMarco, Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening, and George Thorogood. The 1,400-seat waterfront venue at 2241 Shelter Island Drive is now cashless, with on-site parking at $25 and free public lots nearby. Hotel and dinner packages are available through Humphreys Half Moon Inn. Here's your complete guide to Humphreys 2026 in Point Loma San Diego.

SD Lineup EditorialApril 24, 2026
Arts District Liberty Station Turns 25 — First Fridays, ArtWalk, The Joan, and the Creative Heart of Point Loma

Arts District Liberty Station Turns 25 — First Fridays, ArtWalk, The Joan, and the Creative Heart of Point Loma

Arts District Liberty Station in Point Loma celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2026 with a yearlong campaign and gala on April 30th. The district hosts First Friday Open Studios every month, the 21st annual ArtWalk from July 31 to August 2 with 175-plus artists, and performances at the new Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center. From Cygnet Theatre to the San Diego Watercolor Society to THE LOT's luxury cinema, Liberty Station's Arts District is the creative center of Point Loma San Diego. Here's everything happening this year.

SD Lineup EditorialApril 24, 2026
Every Sunday, Every Band: Your Guide to Coronado's 2026 Concerts in the Park

Every Sunday, Every Band: Your Guide to Coronado's 2026 Concerts in the Park

Coronado's longest-running summer tradition is back. The 56th season of Concerts in the Park kicks off May 24 at Spreckels Park, with 17 free Sunday evening performances running through Labor Day weekend. This year's lineup spans country, swing, yacht rock, ABBA, and an Eagles tribute, plus a special Military Appreciation Concert celebrating the Navy's 250th birthday with Nashville's SixWire. Grab a blanket, pack a cooler, and claim your grass by 5. Here's the full 2026 schedule, a band-by-band breakdown, and everything you need to know before your first Sunday at the park.

SD Lineup EditorialApril 12, 2026
Taste of Hillcrest 2026 — 30+ Restaurants, Bars and Shops on Saturday April 11

Taste of Hillcrest 2026 — 30+ Restaurants, Bars and Shops on Saturday April 11

The Taste of Hillcrest 2026 food crawl rolls through Uptown San Diego on Saturday, April 11, pulling more than 30 restaurants, bars, and shops into one walkable afternoon. The annual Hillcrest Business Association event is the easiest way to sample the Hillcrest dining scene in a single day, from Park Boulevard standouts like Trust and Origen to University Avenue classics like Khyber Pass and Parma Cucina Italiana. This year's lineup folds in newcomers like Pastiamo and Schmackary's alongside longtime Hillcrest bars and restaurants locals already know by heart. Here's what to know about tickets, the walkable route between Park Boulevard and Fifth Avenue, and which Hillcrest dining spots you shouldn't skip on your Taste pass.

SD Lineup EditorialApril 11, 2026
MotorCars on MainStreet 2026 in Coronado — The Ultimate Guide to Southern California's Premier Classic Car Show on Orange Avenue

MotorCars on MainStreet 2026 in Coronado — The Ultimate Guide to Southern California's Premier Classic Car Show on Orange Avenue

The 37th Annual MotorCars on MainStreet returns to Coronado on Sunday, May 3, 2026, with over 300 vintage automobiles lining Isabella Avenue and Star Park in one of Southern California's most celebrated classic car shows. This complete Coronado car show guide covers everything from the 75-point judging system and vehicle categories to where to eat on Orange Avenue, where to park, how to register your pre-1975 ride, and insider tips for making the most of the day. Free admission for spectators. Organized by Coronado MainStreet with support from the City of Coronado, this annual tradition draws 12,000 to 15,000 car lovers from across the country to the heart of downtown Coronado.

SD Lineup EditorialApril 5, 2026
Navy Bay Bridge Run 2026 in Coronado — The Complete Guide to Training, Race Day, and Running Over the Coronado Bridge

Navy Bay Bridge Run 2026 in Coronado — The Complete Guide to Training, Race Day, and Running Over the Coronado Bridge

The 39th Annual Navy Bay Bridge Run returns to Coronado on May 17, 2026, sending 10,000 runners and walkers over the iconic Coronado Bridge on the only day of the year you can cross it on foot. This complete Coronado race guide covers everything from registration and training plans for the four-mile and 10K courses to race-day logistics, parking, ferry rides back to downtown, and the best post-race restaurants, coffee shops, and recovery spots on the island. Whether you are a competitive runner, a first-time walker, or a military family looking to support Navy MWR programs across San Diego, this is the only guide you need for the most scenic road race in Southern California.

SD Lineup EditorialApril 5, 2026
North Park Festival of Beers 2026 — What to Know About San Diego's Biggest Neighborhood Beer Festival

North Park Festival of Beers 2026 — What to Know About San Diego's Biggest Neighborhood Beer Festival

The 16th annual North Park Festival of Beers returns to El Cajon Boulevard on Saturday, April 4, 2026, with more than 80 craft beers to sample, live music from Louis XIV, specialty food vendors, and craft shopping. Proceeds benefit the San Diego Music Foundation. VIP opens at noon and general admission at 1 p.m. in front of the historic Lafayette Hotel. The Beer Fest celebrates the brewery culture that has made North Park San Diego's undisputed capital of craft beer. Here is everything you need to know.

SD Lineup EditorialApril 4, 2026
Coast of Pacific Beach Restaurant Walk 2026 — What to Know Before You Go on May 20

Coast of Pacific Beach Restaurant Walk 2026 — What to Know Before You Go on May 20

The Coast of Pacific Beach Restaurant Walk returns on May 20, 2026, from 4 to 9 p.m. Organized by Discover PB, this annual food crawl lets ticket holders taste dishes at a dozen Pacific Beach restaurants west of Dawes Street in one evening. Past participants include World Famous, Waterbar, Oceana Coastal Kitchen, and more. The event sells out every year. Get the full guide to Pacific Beach dining and the Restaurant Walk on San Diego Lineup.

SD Lineup EditorialApril 2, 2026
Pacific Beach Is Getting Safer Streets — Speed Limits Could Drop on 8 Roads After 3 Fatal Crashes in Early 2026

Pacific Beach Is Getting Safer Streets — Speed Limits Could Drop on 8 Roads After 3 Fatal Crashes in Early 2026

Three fatal crashes in Pacific Beach in the first three months of 2026 have prompted San Diego to review speed limit reductions on at least eight Pacific Beach streets. The deaths of a 6-year-old boy on a family bike ride, a beloved Tavern at the Beach manager in a hit-and-run, and a cyclist at Fanuel and Grand have shaken the Pacific Beach community. The city's Comprehensive Speed Management Plan could bring lower speed limits to PB's busiest corridors. Get Pacific Beach safety news on San Diego Lineup.

SD Lineup EditorialApril 2, 2026
Summer Solstice Del Mar 2026 — The Annual Food and Drink Festival at Powerhouse Park

Summer Solstice Del Mar 2026 — The Annual Food and Drink Festival at Powerhouse Park

The Del Mar Summer Solstice returns to Powerhouse Park on June 18, 2026, for an immersive culinary event featuring Del Mar Village's award-winning chefs, craft cocktails, wine, and beachside live music. Organized by the Del Mar Village Association, this annual celebration benefits local small businesses and sustainability efforts. Tickets sell out every year. Partner hotels including L'Auberge Del Mar and Del Mar Beach Hotel offer event discounts for guests. It is the only oceanfront food-and-drink festival of its kind in San Diego — a signature Del Mar experience.

SD Lineup EditorialMarch 27, 2026
San Diego County Fair 2026 at Del Mar — Dates, Theme, Concerts, and What to Expect

San Diego County Fair 2026 at Del Mar — Dates, Theme, Concerts, and What to Expect

The San Diego County Fair returns to the Del Mar Fairgrounds from June 10 through July 5, 2026, with the theme Once Upon A Fair — a celebration of storytelling, books, and imagination. The fair runs Wednesdays through Sundays with Grandstand concerts, more than 70 rides, and signature fair food that draws over a million visitors. It is the largest annual event in San Diego County and transforms Del Mar for nearly a month. Plan for packed hotels and busy restaurants along Camino Del Mar, especially as the fair overlaps with the start of racing season.

SD Lineup EditorialMarch 27, 2026
Del Mar Racing Season 2026 — Opening Day, the $1 Million Pacific Classic, and What to Know

Del Mar Racing Season 2026 — Opening Day, the $1 Million Pacific Classic, and What to Know

Del Mar Racing opens its 87th season on July 17, 2026, running 32 days through Labor Day at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The $1 million Pacific Classic headlines a 37-race stakes schedule worth $7.775 million, with six Grade I stakes across the eight-week meet. Opening Day is Del Mar's signature social event, drawing thousands for racing, fashion, and post-race celebrations that spill into Del Mar Village. Tickets go on sale May 8 — race season transforms Del Mar's hotels, restaurants, and bars from mid-July through September.

SD Lineup EditorialMarch 27, 2026
Live Music Near Coronado — Humphreys Concerts by the Bay Turns 45 and the 2026 Season Is Already Selling Out

Live Music Near Coronado — Humphreys Concerts by the Bay Turns 45 and the 2026 Season Is Already Selling Out

Summer music season near Coronado in 2026 does not get any bigger than this. Humphreys Concerts by the Bay — minutes from Coronado on Shelter Island Drive — celebrates its 45th anniversary with a landmark season featuring Cheap Trick, Ringo Starr, DEVO, Pat Metheny, Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening, George Thorogood, and dozens more acts from April through October. Several shows are already sold out, but April and May dates remain on sale now at Ticketmaster.com. And closer to home, Coronado's own beloved free concert tradition at Spreckels Park — running strong since 1970 — is gearing up for its 2026 season at 7th Street and Orange Avenue. Between Humphreys across the bridge and the gazebo in the park, Coronado summers come with a pretty incredible soundtrack.

SD Lineup EditorialMarch 9, 2026
Coronado Spring Events 2026 — Flower Show, Historic Home Tour, Ruff Run, and More

Coronado Spring Events 2026 — Flower Show, Historic Home Tour, Ruff Run, and More

Spring 2026 in Coronado is packed with island traditions. The 104th Coronado Flower Show — the largest tented flower show in the U.S. — takes over Spreckels Park on April 18–19 with the theme "Welcome to the Jungle." The annual Historic Home Tour returns Mother's Day, May 10, opening the doors of Coronado's most architecturally significant private homes. The Ruff Run 5K benefits the PAWS shelter. And the library, Spreckels Center, and local nonprofits fill the calendar with community events all season long.

SD Lineup EditorialMarch 9, 2026
NASCAR Comes to Coronado — What the Historic Naval Base Race Means for the Island

NASCAR Comes to Coronado — What the Historic Naval Base Race Means for the Island

NASCAR is making history on Coronado Island. June 19–21, 2026, all three national series will race on a 3.4-mile, 16-turn street course at Naval Air Station North Island — the first NASCAR event ever held on an active military base. The race weekend celebrates the Navy's 250th anniversary and is expected to bring tens of thousands of fans to Coronado. Hotels, restaurants, and local businesses are preparing for one of the biggest weekends the island has ever seen.

SD Lineup EditorialMarch 8, 2026
Coronado's Signature Annual Events

Coronado's Signature Annual Events

The events that define Coronado — from the Flower Show to the Fourth of July parade and the summer concert series.

SD Lineup EditorialMarch 3, 2026
Spring 2026 Events Across San Diego

Spring 2026 Events Across San Diego

Festivals, markets, and community gatherings across San Diego neighborhoods this spring — starting with Coronado and expanding county-wide.

SD Lineup EditorialMarch 3, 2026

Local Events Across San Diego Neighborhoods

Seasonal Headliners and Annual Traditions

The San Diego County Fair returns to the Del Mar Fairgrounds each June, running through early July with concerts, rides, and signature fair food. Del Mar Racing opens its 67th season in mid-July with the $1 million Pacific Classic headlining a 37-race schedule worth $7.775 million across eight weeks at the Del Mar Racetrack. The Summer Solstice Food and Drink Festival fills Powerhouse Park every June with award-winning chefs, craft cocktails, and beachside live music organized by the Del Mar Village Association.

On Coronado, the 104th Flower Show takes over Spreckels Park each April — the largest tented flower show in the United States. The annual Historic Home Tour opens private Victorians and Craftsman bungalows across the island each spring. Humphreys Concerts by the Bay on Shelter Island Drive celebrates its 45th anniversary season with Cheap Trick, Ringo Starr, DEVO, Pat Metheny, and Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening on the 2026 calendar. NASCAR arrives at Naval Air Station North Island in June 2026 for the first stock car race ever held on an active military base.

Weekly Markets, Live Music & Community Gatherings

The Coronado Farmers Market runs every Tuesday afternoon along the Ferry Landing. La Jolla’s Open Aire Market sets up Sundays on Girard Avenue with produce, flowers, and prepared food vendors. The Del Mar Farmers Market operates Saturdays at the Del Mar Civic Center on Camino Del Mar. Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, Hillcrest, Little Italy, and North Park each host their own weekly markets — On Deck covers dates, hours, and what to expect at every one as those neighborhoods launch on the Lineup.

Sunset sessions at Monarch Ocean Pub atop Del Mar Highlands Town Center, full-band evenings at Culinary Dropout, and weekly shows at Moonlight Amphitheatre in Encinitas round out the live entertainment calendar. On Deck connects every event back to the businesses and venues hosting them — linked to their Lineup listings with hours, directions, and contact info.

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