July Things to Do in San Diego

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FREE Summer Reading Program: Level Up at Your Library. Rediscover the joy of gaming—whether it’s a favorite board game, an exciting video game or a gamified reading adventure—and join this all-ages reading adventure. Through Aug. 31. Register: www.sandiego.gov/publiclibrary/kidsandteens/summerreading

Living Seas at Birch Aquarium. Venture into the hidden realm of a Giant Pacific Octopus, explore life beneath Scripps Pier and marvel at a vibrant coral reef. 9 am–5 pm. $24.95–$29.95; 2 & under free. 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu

“Disney’s The Lion King, Jr.”

The timeless tale of Simba, a young lion born to be king, who is forced to flee after the death of his father, Mufasa. July 11, 7 pm, July 12–13, 2 pm. $17.50. Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.juniortheatre.com

FREE Twilight in the Park Concert. Tues., Wed. & Thurs. through Aug. 28, 6:30–7:30 pm. Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park. www.balboapark.org/twilightin-the-park-concert

Kids Bowl FREE. Two games a day. Through Aug. 17. Aztec Lanes, 6075 Aztec Cir., Dr. & East Village Tavern + Bowl, 930 Market St. Register: www.kidsbowlfree.com

Sesame Summer Splash. Sun-sational events. Open daily, 10 am–6 pm through Sept. 1. Sesame Place, 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. Tickets: www.sesameplace.com

FREE Summer Lunch for Youth @ the Library. The SD Public Library has partnered with SDUSD to offer free lunches for youth aged 0-18 at select libraries, parks, recreation centers and other community sites in San Diego. Weekdays, through Aug. 2; 12–1 pm. Details: www.sandiego.gov/public-library/ summerlunch

SeaWorld Summer Spectacular. New shows, live music and dazzling new Enchanted Wonders Fireworks spectacular. Daily through Aug. 10, then weekends through Sept. 1. SeaWorld, 500 Sea World Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com

U-Pick Strawberry Fields. Daily, 9 am–5 pm. Carlsbad Strawberry Company, Cannon Rd. & I–5. www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com

LEGOLAND Water Park. Splash into summer with seven slides, Build-A-Raft River, Pirate Reef and LEGO Legends of CHIMA Water Park. Daily through Aug. 24, 11:30 am–5 pm, then weekends through Oct. 26. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com

Summer of Wonder. New exhibits, Nature Trail at the Nat, hands-on activities, films and Nat at Night on Fridays (half-price admission after 5 pm). Through Sept. 1. $14–$24. San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park. www.sdnat.org/ summerofwonder

Blue Star Museums offers FREE admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve. Through Sept. 1. Details: www.arts.gov/ initiatives/blue-star-museums

Downtown Skate. Skate beneath swaying palm trees with sweeping views of the San Diego Bay on this 6,000-square-foot rink. Through July 9. Marriott Marquis SD Marina, Marina Terrace, 333 W. Harbor Dr. Tickets: https://marquis.ticketspice.com/ downtown-skate-2025

Residents FREE Days at Balboa Park. Park museums offer free admission Tuesdays on a rotating basis throughout the month to residents of the City and County of San Diego, and to active military personnel and their dependents. Schedule: www.balboapark.org

LEGO World Parade. Floats, characters and entertainers inspired by your favorite LEGO themes. Daily through Aug. 9. Included with admission. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com

“Moulin Rouge!” A theatrical celebration of truth, beauty, freedom, and above all, love. Through July 6. Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave. Tickets: www.broadwaysd.com

The Wave Waterpark. Slide tower, flow rider, riptide slide and more. Daily through Aug. 10. 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com

Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience. A unique blend of unusual aquaria, diverse jelly species and immersive media. Included with admission. SeaWorld, 500 Sea World Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com

Water Ways

Manipulate and play with the flow of water. Sun., 12:30–4:30 pm & Tues.–Sat., 9:30 am–4:30 pm (closed Mondays). Included with admission. $14. Children’s Museum of Discovery, 320 N. Broadway, Escondido. www.visitcmod.org

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