Your Guide to FUN this weekend in San Diego: March 27 – 30.
Looking for fun things to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered with our all-new Weekend Fun Guide featuring amazing events and new exhibitions across the San Diego/Tijuana Region.
Here are some of the best things to do this weekend in San Diego from Thursday, March 27 to Sunday, March 30.
Thursday
Fleet After Dark is BACK—and it’s a total blast! Balboa Park / March 27 (6 – 9 p.m)
This month, the Fleet Science Center is mixing science with serious fun: think cocktails, curiosity, and not one but TWO epic screenings of The Blue Angels, a brand-new high-flying documentary. ✈️
Round up your crew, sip something tasty, and dive into a night full of wonder (and wow-moments).
🌔! Learn more and find tickets here.
FUN TIP:Feel the rush of flight in The Blue Angels, a brand-new IMAX® documentary that takes you behind the scenes of the Navy’s elite Flight Demonstration Squadron. From intense training to thrilling air shows, experience never-before-seen footage on the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater at the Fleet Science Center’s massive 76-foot wraparound screen with state-of-the-art IMAX with laser technology.
Friday
🐍 Slither on Over for a Wild Adventure at the San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum! Escondido / March 28
Join the San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum for Fun Animal Friday featuring a fascinating encounter with EcoVivarium on Friday, March 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., as they welcome some incredible live snakes to the museum!
This special event will feature:
✅ A live presentation where you’ll learn all about these amazing reptiles
✅ A meet & greet where you can get up close (if you dare!)
✅ Storytime with a fun and educational tale
✅ A special craft activity to take home a piece of the adventure
✅ And even more surprises!
No pre-registration required—just come ready for an unforgettable experience. The event is free with Museum admission, but opportunities to meet the animals are limited. Timed tickets for the meet & greet will be provided upon check-in.
Don’t miss this scaly and sensational experience! Discover more here.
FUN TIP: Are you ready for an adventure to protect the planet? Join the FUN on April 5 from 5 – 7:30 p.m. for a night all about conservation, sustainability, and more at Nature Night! Explore over 13 hands-on activity booths, purchase food at Puras Papas and Cabetos Pops, and tinker your own instrument for the Junkyard Jamboree with DrumatiX. Purchase tickets today here.
Friday
Whaley House Museum Spooky Evening Tour – Old Town San Diego / March 28 (5-9 p.m.)
San Diego’s famed Whaley House Museum is widely regarded as America’s Most Haunted House. This spooky evening tour explores the home’s dark past and spine-tingling cases of inexplicable events. Take a night tour and learn about the ghosts that haunt this historic home. The guided evening tour is fully narrated, exploring the home’s dark past and spine-tingling cases of inexplicable paranormal events. Find out more and book your tour here.
FUN TIP: Spring is the perfect time to explore the FUN at the Whaley House Museum for day tours at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Step back in time and enjoy a self-guided tour through the iconic Whaley House. Learn all about the integral role the famed house played in Old Town San Diego’s rich history. Day tours run from 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. daily. Discover more here.
Friday
Explore the San Diego Natural History Museum’s wonders after hours with Nat at Night! Balboa Park / March 28 (5 – 10 p.m.)
Start your weekend off with Nat At Night, the ‘after hours’ series at the San Diego Natural History Museum on Friday, March 28 starting at 5 p.m. Sip a signature cocktail as you leisurely explore the Museum and pair your beverage with delectable small plates curated by Mission Hills’ Wolf in the Woods.
The entire Museum is yours to explore! Take a selfie with a megalodon shark, see an ant colony in action, admire glittering gems, check out animal skulls of all sizes, and so much more. Plus, get a look at what we’ve been up to for 150 years in our newest show, Action from the Archives: The Nat at 150.Bonus, you’ll enjoy the best views of Balboa Park from the museum’s rooftop! Discover more here.
Saturday
History Explorers: Heroines on the Homefront at the History Center, Balboa Park / March 29 (11 a.m – 2 p.m.)
Become a History Explorer! Engage in free hands-on activities and examine historical items up close with the San Diego History Center and the Women’s Museum of California.Families welcome to drop in anytime between 11:00 am – 2:00 pm.
Celebrate Women’s History Month with the San Diego History Center and the Women’s Museum of California as we explore the vital role San Diego women played during World War II and the inspiring legacy of Rosie the Riveter—an icon who helped spark women’s social and economic awakening during a pivotal moment in history.
The day will feature the reading of the book Rosie the Riveter: The Legacy of an American Icon and immersive airplane papercrafting. Learn more about this FREE Event Here.
Saturday
Lets get Local at the Living Coast Discovery Center, Chula Vista / March 29 (10 a.m – 5 p.m.)
Calling all LOCALS! The Living Coast Discovery Center is excited to kick off their seasonal celebration, Meet the Locals, with their community by offering 50% off admission during Spring break, March 22-April 6!
Meet the Locals is a special seasonal celebration at the Living Coast featuring Animal Hangouts, Species Spotlights, educational programming, partner organizations, and more! Every weekend, you’ll have a chance to engage with local species and organizations working to keep San Diego’s biodiversity, well, biodiverse! Learn more and plan your visit: thelivingcoast.org/MeetTheLocals.
Saturday
It’s time! The TARDIS doors are open at the Comic-Con Museum! Balboa Park / March 29 (10 a.m – 5 p.m.)
Step into the universe of the world’s longest-running sci-fi TV series and explore the fascinating intersection of science and fiction. This immersive exhibition takes you on a journey through space and time, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the groundbreaking ideas and real scientific principles that have inspired Doctor Who for decades.
From time travel and regeneration to alien worlds and advanced technology, discover how real-world science has shaped the Doctor’s adventures—and maybe even inspired future innovations. With interactive displays, iconic props, and fan-favorite characters, this exhibit is a must-see for Whovians, science lovers, and curious minds alike.
🎟️ Don’t miss your chance to travel through time. Visit the Comic-Con Museum and step into the Worlds of Wonder!
Sunday
STEAM Sunday Tours at the Brain Observatory, Downtown San Diego / March 30 (11 a.m – 2 p.m.)
Here’s your chance to explore the mysteries of grey matter with a tour personally hosted by famed neuroscientist Dr. Jacopo Annese at the Brain Observatory. On each STEAM Sunday, Dr. Annese will guide you through his new downtown anatomical laboratory and neuroscience showroom. Plan to spend two engaging hours with researchers and educators doing fun activities at the intersection of art and science—a very children-friendly experience. Make your reservations for Sunday, March 30 or April 13 here.
Sunday
Mt Soledad National Veterans Memorial is a tribute to all of the veterans who have served since the Revolutionary War. La Jolla / March 30 (7 a.m – 10 p.m.)
A visit to the Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial is more than just a history lesson—it is an experience of deep appreciation and reverence. Recognized as one of the most unique veterans memorials in the United States, it is the only one to honor both living and deceased service members from the Revolutionary War to the current conflicts—with each veteran commemorated by name and image.
Open daily from 7 AM to 10 PM with free admission, the memorial invites all who visit to take in its historical significance while also enjoying one of the most picturesque locations in Southern California.
