5 Fun Things To Do This Week in San Diego January 12th – 18th
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 MLK 5K
The San Diego MLK 5K is not your average fun run. It is a community event that brings people of all ages and backgrounds together to honor Dr. King’s message of unity and equality. Participants can choose to walk or run the 5K course, which winds its way through the scenic Embarcadero area, offering stunning views of the San Diego Bay. The event takes place along San Diego’s Embarcadero on Sunday, January 18th. More.
Martin Luther King Day Parade and Festival
n 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.
Jurasic Quest
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
Monster Energy Supercross
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.
