Summer in San Diego: Your Guide to Festivals, Celebrations, and Events
San Diego is the place to be for summer fun in the sun! There is so much to see and do – there is truly no better place to be to relax, plan exciting adventures, and enjoy the variety of San Diego festivals the summer brings!
Once you arrive at the Best Western Island Palms, the summer fun in San Diego begins! Say hello to summer with a cocktail from the onsite Blue Wave Bar & Grill, take a dip in one of our two outdoor pools, or explore Shelter Island with complimentary bicycle rentals!
The Best Western Island Palms is a great place for the ultimate tropical summer escape to San Diego. With our ideal waterfront location, you will be close to all the fun San Diego festivals, summer concerts San Diego has planned, and the popular landmarks you want to visit.
Here are some of the fun summer activities and San Diego festivals you won’t want to miss during your stay at the Best Western Island Palms on Shelter Island.
Summer San Diego Festivals, Celebrations, and Events
Major Annual Events in San Diego
Big Bay Boom (3.0 From Hotel)
One of the most popular things to do in San Diego during the summer, the annual Big Bay Boom Celebration is California’s largest July 4th fireworks show. Enjoy fireworks displays from four barges in San Diego Bay for an Independence Day you won’t soon forget!
Comic-Con (6.8 Miles from Hotel)
Held this year from July 24 – July 27 at the San Diego Convention Center, San Diego Comic-Con is the premier event for all things comics and related popular art, including movies, TV, gaming, and more! Guests will enjoy cosplay, exclusive previews, and of course, a diverse and eclectic Exhibit Hall featuring merchandise and displays representing all fandoms.
San Diego County Fair (20.8 Miles from Hotel)
The San Diego County Fair is held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds and is one of the most popular things to do in San Diego. Fun for all at this local favorite with plenty of carnival rides, food, and entertainment for family-friendly summer fun in San Diego.
Del Mar Races (21.7 Miles from Hotel)
The summer season at the Del Mar Race Track starts in July and lasts all summer long! Spending the day at the horse races is a popular annual event in San Diego and is definitely something to put on your “to-do” list for your San Diego summer vacation.
Seasonal Events in San Diego
Humphreys Summer Concerts (.03 Miles from Hotel)
Just minutes from the Best Western Island Palms, Humphreys Concerts by the Bay and Humphreys’ Backstage LIVE offer the best summer concerts San Diego has to offer. Make plans to grab dinner at Humphreys SoCAL Dining & Music and enjoy stunning marina views, fresh California cuisine, creative cocktails, and local craft beer. Then take in a waterfront concert at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay, a famous outdoor concert venue on the water, for an amazing night under the stars at the 1,400-seat outdoor theatre. You can also see summer concerts San Diego style at Humphreys Backstage Live, an intimate music venue and lounge located on San Diego’s Shelter Island. Check out the upcoming concerts in San Diego here.
San Diego Padres Game (7.9 Miles from Hotel)
Check out a Padres game during your summer visit to San Diego. Visit Petco Park and cheer on the home team as you experience the fun of an exciting Major League Baseball game in San Diego. Nothing says summer fun like grabbing a hot dog and watching a baseball game at this popular park.
Summer Festivals
Ocean Beach Street Fair (3.9 Miles from Hotel)
The Ocean Beach Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off offers attendees eclectic fun in the sun each summer in San Diego. Fun for all ages, this popular San Diego festival offers plenty of fun events and activities, including delicious food, local art vendors, Ocean beer garden, chili cookoff, beachfront entertainment and concerts in San Diego, shopping, and more.
CRSSD Festival (4.7 Miles from Hotel)
Held at Waterfront Park in San Diego, the CRSSD Festival (pronounced “crossed”) is an electronic dance music (EDM) festival held in San Diego twice each year. The popular 2-day festival has lawn seating and large walk-in fountains, and guests will enjoy a mix of electronic and independent musi,c one of the most popular concerts in San Diego.
Pride (5.6 Miles from Hotel)
The San Diego Pride Festival is a popular annual event that is being held this year on July 19 -20 at Marston Point Balboa Park, just minutes form your suite at the Best Western Island Palms. San Diego’s biggest celebration of diversity and inclusion, San Diego Pride offers guests community resources, booths, and four stages of live concerts in San Diego for the weekend event.
Make Plans Now for a Summer Getaway to San Diego for All the Best Festivals, Celebrations, and Events
Book your suite at the Best Western Island Palms and be right in the center of the summer fun in San Diego. Our Shelter Island hotel has everything you need for the perfect summer getaway, including resort-style amenities and a convenient location close to all the popular summer events, festivals, and attractions.
Our Shelter Island coastal oasis in the heart of San Diego’s Hawaiian isle, offers guests a relaxing and inviting atmosphere with easy access to waterfront paths, shopping opportunities, and island inspired accommodations with full kitchens, sofa sleepers, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Check out our special offer and guest packages here to save on your summer stay at the Best Western Island Palms Hotel & Marina.