San Diego - Classical
From major league matchups to the biggest concerts and energizing standup comedy, San Diego’s event calendar is packed year-round. Whether catching a concert at a beloved venue or soaking up the sun in the stands, discover the best things to do in San Diego, including can't-miss live entertainment and events happening throughout the city.
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- November 14, 2025Friday 07:30 PMTales of Enchantment: Hadelich Plays SibeliusSan Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- November 15, 2025Saturday 07:30 PMTales of Enchantment: Hadelich Plays SibeliusSan Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- November 21, 2025Friday 11:00 AMInvocations to the Spirits: Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 4 w/ San Diego SymphonySan Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- November 22, 2025Saturday 07:30 PMInvocations to the Spirits: Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 4San Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- December 6, 2025Saturday 07:30 PMDrama and Pathos: Goosby Plays Tchaikovsky Violin ConcertoSan Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- December 7, 2025Sunday 02:00 PMDrama and Pathos: Goosby Plays Tchaikovsky Violin ConcertoSan Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- January 10, 2026Saturday 06:00 PMGordon Goodwin's Big Phat BandSan Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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- Gordon Goodwin
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- January 17, 2026Saturday 07:30 PMHeroic Monuments: DVORAK Symphony No. 7San Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- January 18, 2026Sunday 02:00 PMHeroic Monuments: DVORAK Symphony No. 7San Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- January 24, 2026Saturday 07:30 PMTragedy and Triumph: Shostakovich Symphony No. 8San Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- January 25, 2026Sunday 02:00 PMTragedy and Triumph: Shostakovich Symphony No. 8San Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- January 31, 2026Saturday 07:30 PMMusic of the Night: Mahler Symphony No. 7San Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- February 1, 2026Sunday 02:00 PMMusic of the Night: Mahler Symphony No. 7San Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- February 6, 2026Friday 07:30 PMSteve Hackman???s Beethoven X BeyonceSan Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- February 21, 2026Saturday 07:30 PMStorms and Fireworks: Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6, "Pathetique"San Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- February 22, 2026Sunday 02:00 PMStorms and Fireworks: Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6, "Pathetique"San Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- February 27, 2026Friday 07:30 PMBrahms Festival: A German RequiemSan Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- February 28, 2026Saturday 07:30 PMBrahms Festival: Symphonies 1 & 2San Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- March 1, 2026Sunday 02:00 PMBrahms Festival: A German RequiemSan Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
- March 6, 2026Friday 07:30 PMBrahms Festival 2San Diego, CAJoan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
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Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center
Venues in San Diego
When it comes to planning exciting experiences, San Diego’s venues are where it all begins. From open-air amphitheaters to historic theaters and state-of-the-art arenas, these are the top spots to catch concerts in San Diego, along with comedy, sports, and special events. Whether exploring new things to do in San Diego or planning ahead for major events, here’s how to find the best seat in the house.
- Concerts, Baseball
Petco Park
100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101 - Concerts, Comedy, Special Events
The Observatory North Park
2891 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104 - Concerts, Special Events
House of Blues San Diego
1055 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 - Concerts, Comedy, Theater
Balboa Theatre
868 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 - Concerts, Comedy, Theater
San Diego Civic Theatre
1100 Third Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 - Concerts
The Sound
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 - Concerts
North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
2050 Entertainment Cir, Chula Vista, CA 91911 - Concerts, Comedy, Special Events
The Magnolia
210 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92020
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