5 Fun Things To Do This Week in San Diego January 5th – 11th
Plan your week and weekend with some of our top 5 Fun Things To Do This Week in San Diego, January 5th – 11th. If you’re still looking for more, check out our Event Calendar below.
Farmers Insurance Open
Torrey Pines Golf Club stands as one of Southern California’s most prestigious venues, boasting two championship-level courses that have tested the world’s finest golfers for decades. The South Course takes center stage during the Farmers Insurance Open, providing the primary battleground where players compete for tournament glory each January. Harris English won the event last year after posting a one-over-par 73 score at the challenging Torrey Pines South Course on Sunday. Read more
San Diego Brew Festival
The 15th annual San Diego Brew Festival features over 70 breweries from across the region and beyond, each pouring their signature brews alongside carefully curated limited-edition offerings that you won’t find anywhere else. Throughout the venue, attendees will enjoy live music performances from talented local bands that set the perfect backdrop for sampling and socializing. Food vendors will be positioned around the grounds, offering carefully curated pairings designed to complement the featured beers. The Fest is this Saturday, January 10th, at NTC Park from noon to 4 pm. More.
San Diego Resolution Run
Join us for the 19th Annual San Diego Resolution Run 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon at Mission Bay on January 10, 2026! As you make your way through the event, you’ll experience some of San Diego’s most stunning scenery—winding through picturesque neighborhoods and lush parks that showcase the natural beauty of our region. Once you cross the finish line, the celebration continues with post-race festivities featuring awards presentations, refreshments, and the chance to connect with fellow runners who share your commitment to starting the year strong! More.
Poway Winter Festival
The Poway Winter Festival is back, and it’s the perfect way to kick off the new year with family and friends in a cozy, snowy (well, snow‑like!) winter wonderland right here in San Diego County. Every January, Poway Community Park transforms into a magical winter escape with the annual Poway Winter Festival. For 2026, the fun returns on Friday, January 9 (5:00–9:00 PM) and Saturday, January 10 (3:30–8:30 PM). The festival brings the spirit of winter with snow play, sledding, and a synthetic ice rink, all without needing to drive up to the mountains. More
San Diego Oddities and Curiosities Expo
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is North America’s premier traveling event for lovers of the dark, the different, and the beautifully bizarre. The San Diego Oddities & Curiosities Expo runs this weekend in January at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Saturday, January 10th: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM and Sunday, January 11th: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the Del Mar Fairgrounds – O’Brien Hall. This traveling showcase turns the ordinary into something delightfully weird, with hundreds of vendors, live acts, and hands‑on workshops that celebrate the strange and unusual. Read more.
