San Diego July 2026

San Diego July 2026 Events

San Diego July 2026 Events

July in San Diego Marks Peak Tourist Season

Average temperature low and high: 66° - 76°
San Diego in July, where the sun's out, but the mercury doesn't boil over (average high 76°F, thank you very much). While the nation's fireworks compete for the sky on the 4th, San Diego's Big Bay Boom steals the show, turning the bay into a kaleidoscope of colors. But the city doesn't cool down after that – the San Diego Pride Festival, a vibrant two-day extravaganza, ensures the sizzle stays in the city until mid-July. So, pack your flip-flops and join the fun – just don't forget your sunscreen.

July Event Calendar

San Diego Pride 5K Run + Walk

San Diego Pride 5K Run + Walk

Celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and queer joy by running (or walking) your hearts out at the San Diego Pride 5K Run + Walk in fabulous Hillcrest. It's the most fun you’ll have working up a sweat all year, and all proceeds will support organizations prioritizing LGBTQ+ resources and programs in greater San Diego. Grab your sneakers, the fun starts at 8 am.

San Diego Comic-Con

San Diego Comic-Con

The legendary San Diego Comic-Con is back for the weekend with thousands of attendees and hundreds of exhibitors. Since its inception in the 1970s, Comic-Con has inspired countless imitators and has evolved into the world's premiere pop culture celebration. Dress up in your best cosplay and get ready to meet fellow comic book, video game, sci-fi, and movie fanatics. If you've ever been a geek, Comic-Con is your Graceland.  

San Diego Events in July

Concerts

Theater & Headliners

Sports

Nightclubs

Things to do in San Diego

Things to Do in San Diego in July

San Diego's 59-mile Scenic Drive

San Diego's 59-mile Scenic Drive
San Diego's 59-mile scenic drive loops through neighborhoods, showing unique attractions and natural wonders, like the downtown skyline, Mexico, and the surrounding mountains. Blue and yellow signs with white seagulls mark the drive every quarter mile. Find directions here. 

Get adventurous and speed boat around the city

Get adventurous and speed boat around the city
Call yourself captain for the day and drive your own speed boat around San Diego! It doesn’t matter if you’ve never driven a boat before—San Diego Speed Boat Adventures will make sure you’re comfortable driving your boat and they’ll be guiding you throughout the tour. There are single, double, or triple passenger boats available, and prices start at $120. It’s a 2-hour tour and you’ll get to see almost all that San Diego has to offer.