January Activities in San Diego

New year, new adventures! If getting out and enjoying more of San Diego is on your resolution list - we’ve got you covered! Check out our roundup of fun, family-friendly things happening around town this January

January 2026 Events

Jan 1-4:  Botanic Garden Lightscape - Explore a world of lights, color and imagination at the San Diego Botanic Garden! Grab Tickets Here

Jan 1-4:  San Diego Auto Show - Perfect for car lovers! Check out exotic cars, classics and test drive them too! Grab Tickets Here

Jan 9-10:  Poway Winter Festival - The Winter Festival is packed full of fun activities like snowman building, sledding, roasting marshmallows, photo booth and ice rink! Bring the little ones for winter wonderland character meet & greets! Read More

Jan 10:  San Diego Brew Fest at NTC Park - This event will showcase 70 Breweries, 200 beers and 10 of San Diego’s best food trucks and musical attractions on the lawn. Grab Tickets Here

Jan 11-13: Winter Fancy Faire at San Diego Convention Center - The ultimate destination for specialty food professionals. Attend for three days of trendspotting, product discovery, networking, and immersive experiences that go beyond the exhibit hall. Read More

Jan 16-18: San Diego Rodeo at Petco Park - Get ready for 3 days of high energy, family friendly rodeo action featuring top athletes, prizes, food and performances. Grab Tickets Here

Jan 25-Feb 1:  San Diego Restaurant Week - Enjoy multi-course menus starting at $30 at over 100 restaurants from Oceanside to Chula Vista. Read More

Jan 30:  Art of Banksy "Without Limits" Exibition - The internationally acclaimed exhibition “The Art of Banksy Without Limits” is set to make its San Diego debut at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Activity Center in January 2026, bringing more than 200 pieces inspired by the elusive British street artist to Southern California. Read More