{"id":49118,"date":"2025-11-12T03:54:09","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T03:54:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/49118\/"},"modified":"2025-11-12T03:54:09","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T03:54:09","slug":"17-things-to-do-in-san-diego-this-weekend-november-12-16","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/49118\/","title":{"rendered":"17 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: November 12\u201316"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in San Diego. Winter Wonder at Belmont Park, SeaWorld\u2019s Coastal Christmas, and Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden<\/a> are all wonderful ways to get in the holiday spirit<\/a>. Meanwhile, wine aficionados can get their fill at Uncorked: Derby Days at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club or at one of Mainly Mozart\u2019s multi-sensory wine pairing concerts. And, for local sports fans<\/a>, the USA Pickleball National Championships kick off Saturday, the San Diego Clippers have a pair of games against the Salt Lake City Stars, and San Diego State will hit the gridiron for a clash against Boise State. Here\u2019s what else is going on in SD this weekend.<\/p>\n

Food & Drink<\/a> | Concerts & Festivals<\/a> | Theater & Art Exhibits<\/a> | More Fun Things to Do<\/a><\/p>\n

\"FunCourtesy of Bikes & Beers<\/p>\n

Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend<\/p>\n

Bikes & Beers San Diego<\/p>\n

November 15<\/p>\n

Start your weekend off with a Saturday morning cycle of 15, 30, or 45 miles. Riders of all skill levels<\/a> are invited to the 13th annual Bikes & Beers San Diego<\/a>. Cyclists will start and finish at AleSmith Brewing, then enjoy a craft beer\u2013filled afterparty featuring live music, a charity raffle, and much more. Registration ranges from $79 to $99<\/a>, and post-ride entry for non-cyclists\u2014which comes with two beers, a koozie, a raffle ticket, and a Bikes & Beers pint glass\u2014is available for $40. Proceeds from this event benefit BikeSD and the nonprofit\u2019s efforts to make San Diego more bike-friendly.\u00a0<\/p>\n

9990 AleSmith Court, Miramar<\/p>\n

Uncorked: Derby Days at Del Mar Fairgrounds<\/p>\n

November 15<\/p>\n

This Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m., Del Mar Thoroughbred Club will host its sixth annual Uncorked: Derby Days<\/a> festival, with more than 100 international wines, Champagnes, and cocktails available for a deluxe sampling experience. Attendees can watch nine races from the Seaside Cabana, explore food trucks, enjoy a live DJ, and dress in their snazziest derby attire for the chance to be crowned the best \u201cDerby Dame\u201d or \u201cDapper Dan.\u201d Ticket options<\/a> include general admission ($79), early admission at noon ($95), and non-drinking tickets ($37). A portion of each Uncorked ticket will go towards SoCal aquatic therapy nonprofit Urban Surf 4 Kids<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar<\/p>\n

Mainly Mozart Wine Pairing Series\u00a0<\/p>\n

November 15\u201316<\/p>\n

Mainly Mozart welcomes concertmaster Jun Iwasaki of the Kansas City Symphony and pianist Sean Chen of the UMKC Conservatory for the first round of its 2025\u201326 Wine Pairing Series<\/a>. The performances Saturday (5 p.m.) and Sunday (4 p.m.) at Fairbanks Ranch Country Club will begin with an hour-long wine reception with hors d\u2019oeuvres, followed by a concert where each musical piece is paired with a corresponding wine. General seating is $131 for Saturday<\/a> and Sunday<\/a>, and subscription packages<\/a> for all Saturday or Sunday shows in the season start at $520.\u00a0<\/p>\n

15150 San Dieguito Road, Rancho Santa Fe<\/p>\n

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Earl Sweatshirt<\/p>\n

Concerts & Festivals in San Diego This Weekend<\/p>\n

Cameron Crowe: The Uncool Book Tour at The Magnolia\u00a0<\/p>\n

November 13<\/p>\n

Cameron Crowe\u2019s relationship to San Diego is legendary, with him penning music reviews as a teen for The San Diego Door and spending a year as an undercover student in Clairemont for Fast Times at Ridgemont High. To commemorate the release of his new book The Uncool: A Memoir<\/a>, the Academy Award\u2013winning filmmaker has embarked on a seven-city tour, with each stop featuring a special guest. Crowe appears alongside actress Kate Hudson, the star of\u00a0his semi-autobriographical magnum opus Almost Famous, this Thursday night (7 p.m.) at The Magnolia<\/a>. Tickets start at $64<\/a>.<\/p>\n

210 East Main Street, El Cajon<\/p>\n

Earl Sweatshirt at SOMA<\/p>\n

November 14<\/p>\n

Fresh off the August release of his fifth studio album Live Laugh Love<\/a>, rapper Earl Sweatshirt<\/a> performs at SOMA this Friday at 8 p.m. His openers are a trio of musicians that should be on everyone\u2019s radar: lo-fi R&B artist Liv.e and super-quotable emcees ZelooperZ and Cletus Strap. Tickets are $48<\/a> for this concert.\u00a0<\/p>\n

3350 Sports Arena Boulevard, Midway<\/p>\n

SeaWorld San Diego Christmas Celebration<\/p>\n

November 14\u2013January 4, 2026<\/p>\n

Come for the 30-foot Christmas tree, stay for the 320-foot Skytower Tree of Lights. At SeaWorld San Diego\u2019s Christmas Celebration<\/a>, parkgoers of all ages can enjoy live reindeer, nightly snowfall, and a music-activated light tunnel along with new activities like a Christmas-themed sea lion and otter show and a special storytime with Mrs. Claus. Additional highlights include live character shows, musical performances, photos with Santa, laser light shows, holiday fireworks, and seasonal menu items. Admission starts at $62<\/a>.<\/p>\n

500 SeaWorld Drive, Mission Bay<\/p>\n

Winter Wonder at Belmont Park<\/p>\n

Weekends from November 15\u2013January 4, 2026<\/p>\n

Belmont Park<\/a> will celebrate Christmas every weekend with its Winter Wonder<\/a> festival. The amusement park will deck the halls with festive decorations; family-friendly activities; DJs playing \u201cjingle jams\u201d (Saturdays and Sundays); and plenty of holiday treats, like red velvet cookie sandwiches and Christmas tree\u2013colored Dole Whip. Plus, right after Thanksgiving, Draft will launch its holiday cocktail pop-up<\/a> (Nov. 28\u2013Jan. 4) with seasonal cocktails, ornament shots, and collectible mugs. Belmont Park admission<\/a> starts at $16.<\/p>\n

3146 Mission Boulevard, Mission Beach<\/p>\n

\"FunCourtesy of Art Scene West<\/p>\n

Theater & Art Exhibits in San Diego This Weekend<\/p>\n

Leslye Villase\u00f1or: Refractions of Silence at Best Practice\u00a0<\/p>\n

Through December 13<\/p>\n

Curated by Elizabeth Rooklidge, this new exhibition at Best Practice gallery<\/a> showcases the dozen canvas paintings that make up San Diego\u2013based artist Leslye Villase\u00f1or<\/a>\u2019s Refractions of Silence<\/a> series, which focuses on possessions left beyond at Otay Valley Regional Park. Refractions of Silence will be on display Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Dec. 13.\u00a0<\/p>\n

1955 Julian Avenue, Logan Heights<\/p>\n

Modern Media at Art Scene West<\/p>\n

November 11\u2013January 4, 2026<\/p>\n

Nestled in Seaport Village, Art Scene West\u2019s Modern Media<\/a> exhibition will feature inventive works from more than 20 artists. Stop by the free opening reception this Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m., or view the show on Mondays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Jan. 4.\u00a0<\/p>\n

803 West Harbor D, Embarcadero<\/p>\n

Beauty\u2019s Daughter at Diversionary Theatre\u00a0<\/p>\n

November 13\u201330<\/p>\n

OnWord Theatre<\/a> adapts Dael Orlandersmith\u2019s Beauty\u2019s Daughter<\/a>\u2014a one-woman play set in Harlem and starring Marti Gobel\u2014for a 13-show West Coast premiere in the intimate black box at the Diversionary Theatre. See Beauty\u2019s Daughter this Thursday (preview) and Friday (opening night) at 7 p.m., Saturday at 4 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. General admission<\/a> is $40, and there will be pay-what-you-can shows this Thursday and on Nov. 28.\u00a0<\/p>\n

4545 Park Boulevard, University Heights<\/p>\n

The Finish Line at Cygnet Theatre<\/p>\n

November 14\u201315<\/p>\n

Experience stories from three emerging playwrights as part of Cygnet Theatre<\/a>\u2019s free play reading series The Finish Line<\/a>. The theater has partnered with the UCSD MFA Playwriting Program to organize a week-long workshop followed by a two-day public showcase, produced by Kian Kline-Chilton. There will be readings and talkbacks for Jonah Gercke\u2019s Right Hand Left Hand (Friday at 7 p.m.), Katie \u0110\u1ed7\u2019s Martini (Saturday at 3 p.m.), and Christopher Oscar Pe\u00f1a\u2019s Los Feliz (Saturday at 6 p.m.), with a reception following Los Feliz. Reservations are required here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

2880 Roosevelt Road, Point Loma<\/p>\n

Master Class at Scripps Ranch Theatre<\/p>\n

November 14\u2013December 14<\/p>\n

Opera singer Maria Callas teaches a fictional seminar in Master Class<\/a>, presented by Scripps Ranch Theatre<\/a> and The Roustabouts Theatre Co<\/a>. In Terrance McNally\u2019s play, the larger-than-life star in the twilight of her career revisits her past and commands the stage for a room of singing students. This week, Master Class will premiere with a preview Friday at 7:30 p.m., followed by its opening night Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $27 to $38<\/a> for Friday\u2019s preview and $30 to $52 for all successive shows.\u00a0<\/p>\n

9783 Avenue of Nations, Scripps Ranch<\/p>\n

\"FunCourtesy of the Professional Pickleball Association<\/p>\n

More Fun Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend<\/p>\n

San Diego Clippers vs. Salt Lake City Stars at Frontwave Arena<\/p>\n

November 14 & 16<\/p>\n

The G League Clippers are looking to flush away their dismal first year in San Diego and start anew in year two. For their first two home games of the 2025\u201326 season, the team will host the Salt Lake City Stars for Opening Night <\/a>(Friday at 7:30 p.m.) and Military Night<\/a> (Sunday at 6 p.m.). Tickets start at $15 for Friday<\/a> and Sunday<\/a>; fans at Friday\u2019s game will receive a limited edition T-shirt while Sunday\u2019s game will feature a schedule magnet giveaway.\u00a0<\/p>\n

3475 Hero Drive, Oceanside<\/p>\n

Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden\u00a0<\/p>\n

November 14\u2013January 4, 2026<\/p>\n

Flora, meet fluorescence. San Diego Botanic Garden\u2019s annual Lightscape<\/a> returns this Friday with a colorful mix of fan-favorite displays and over 20 new festive features on the mile-long stroll. At this all-ages event, holiday tunes soundtrack the trail\u2019s visual delights, and attendees can purchase mulled wine, hot chocolate, and seasonal treats to warm them up while they wander. Ticket options<\/a> include adult entry, which ranges from $31 to $38, and anytime access tickets with parking included ($53\u2013$63). Lightscape will also host 21+ only nights on Nov. 20 and Dec. 4.\u00a0<\/p>\n

300 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas<\/p>\n

San Diego State Aztecs vs. Boise State Broncos at Snapdragon Stadium<\/p>\n

November 15<\/p>\n

Despite being humbled by Hawaii on Saturday<\/a> to the tune of a 38-6 defeat, the 7-2 Aztecs are having a resurgent season under head coach Sean Lewis. SDSU heads into Saturday\u2019s matchup (7:30 p.m.) against Boise State<\/a> tied with the Broncos atop the Mountain West standings, making this an opportunity for both teams to fight for first place. The Aztecs are hoping to secure their first conference championship since 2016, while the Broncos are looking to three-peat. Tickets start at $39<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

2101 Stadium Way, Mission Valley<\/p>\n

San Diego Holiday Made Market\u00a0<\/p>\n

November 15\u201316<\/p>\n

Search for seasonal gifts for friends, family, or yourself from over 125 local vendors at the San Diego Holiday Made Market<\/a>. This Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at NTC Park, shop handmade items; explore interactive art installations; and enjoy live music, craft workshops, lawn games, gourmet food trucks, and craft cocktails and mocktails. General admission<\/a> is $5 (or $10 with a canvas shopping bag<\/a>), while kids ages 10 and under will receive free entry. Plus, be sure to grab a punch card at the entrance and make three qualifying purchases to receive a complimentary handmade gift while supplies last.<\/p>\n

2455 Cushing Road, Point Loma\u00a0<\/p>\n

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USA Pickleball National Championships<\/p>\n

November 15\u201323<\/p>\n

See the best of the best in professional and amateur pickleball duke it out on the courts of Barnes Tennis Center at the USA Pickleball National Championships<\/a>. Fans can grab a spectator ticket<\/a> and watch up to nine days of pickleball action<\/a>, beginning with early round matches (Nov. 15\u201319) before proceeding deeper into the pro and medal rounds (Nov. 20\u201323). From Nov. 15\u201319, single-day admission is $23; from Nov. 20\u201323, single-day admission starts at $33. Four-day passes are available for $97 (general) and $145 (reserved seating). Children ages 5 and under will receive free entry.\u00a0<\/p>\n

4490 West Point Loma Boulevard, Point Loma<\/p>\n

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