November is here, bringing cooler weather and the realization that 2025 is almost over. It’s the perfect time to enjoy pumpkin-flavored drinks and wear a beanie in San Diego without ridicule. This month, take part in vibrant Día de Muertos festivities, Thanksgiving gatherings, and a lineup of exciting theater productions. Plus, don’t miss San Diego Beer Week, where you can sample the best brews from the city’s top breweries. With the holiday season in full swing, there’s no shortage of things to do—so embrace the festive spirit and get out there, San Diego!
Food & Drink | Concerts & Festivals | Theater & Art | More Fun Things to Do
Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Month
San Diego Beer Week
November 1-10
Check out what’s on tap as the San Diego Brewers Guild—a collective of local crafters, taprooms, and breweries—unveils its all-star suds for San Diego Beer Week.
Concerts & Festivals in San Diego This Month
Día de Muertos
November 2
A free Día de Muertos celebration at downtown Chula Vista’s Memorial Park will honor passed loved ones with an altar competition, a lowrider car show, crafts for kids, and more.
Coronado Film Festival
November 6-10
Coronado’s annual film festival will bring five days of movies, panels, and premier parties to the peninsula. To enjoy all the motion picture magic, snag the all-inclusive Emerald Badge.
Becky G
November 17
Latin pop phenom Becky G will serenade downtown audiences with English and Spanish hits like “Shower” and “Por el Contrario” at Gallagher Square’s first full-seated concert.
Encinitas Holiday Street Fair
November 24
Find gifts for every recipient on your list before December hits at the Encinitas Holiday Street Fair, where attendees can shop hundreds of local vendors.
Hadestown
Theater & Art Exhibits in San Diego This Month
Hadestown
November 8-10
Calling all fans of musicals and Greek mythology—head to the Civic Theatre for Hadestown, a concept-album-turned-stage production adapting the ancient tale of Orpheus and Eurydice.
Your Local Theater Presents… at the La Jolla Playhouse
November 11/19-December 12/15
As the years and his aspirations slip away, an actor struggles to leave a small-time A Christmas Carol production behind in Anna Ouyang Moench’s Your Local Theater Presents… at the La Jolla Playhouse.
Rady’s Children Invitational
More Fun Things to Do in San Diego This Month
Celebrating Women Event
November 6
San Diego Magazine toasts the city’s trailblazers across industries at our annual Celebrating Women event, featuring awards, panels, networking, and more at UCSD’s Park & Market.
Downtown Skate By The Bay
November 25-January 5
Other towns may have frozen lakes for ice skating, but San Diego’s got a seaside roller rink. Glide over to the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina for Downtown Skate By The Bay.
Rady Children’s Invitational
November 28-29
Four men’s college basketball teams, including two from last year’s Final Four, will hit the hardwood at LionTree Arena for year two of the Rady Children’s Invitational.
