County of San Diego Parks and Recreation

06/01/2026

🌄 Nature's the new gym! Swipe to find your perfect park workout this June!

May park events offer you lots of opportunities to move, stretch, and explore the outdoors! No membership required.

Inclement weather may cancel, call park for event status. For full list of events and activities, visit: sdparks.org/calendar

05/28/2026

This evening! Provide your feedback on the County’s proposed budget...and meet a raptor at the County Parks table!

Attend a Community Open House in Kearny Mesa tonight from 5 to 7 p.m. at the County Operations Center, 5520 Overland Ave., San Diego.

Drop in anytime as there's no formal presentation - just a chance to ask questions, learn about County services, and provide your feedback on next year's budget.

Get up-to-date information at the link in the comments and leave a comment on the budget.

This evening! Provide your feedback on the County’s proposed budget!

Attend a Community Open House in Kearny Mesa tonight from 5 to 7 p.m. at the County Operations Center, 5520 Overland Ave., San Diego.

Get up-to-date information at the link in the comments and leave a comment on the budget.

05/28/2026

🏠 Heritage County Park Tour
📅 Saturday, May 30 | 1 – 2 p.m.
📍 Heritage County Park, 2454 Heritage Park Row, San Diego, CA 92110

Step back in time and join our Park Ranger for a FREE, all-ages walking tour through the stories behind 7 stunning historic buildings. Tour will meet at the flagpole.

Call for more info: (619) 531-4952 | Event info: sdparks.org/calendar

05/27/2026

🌞 Sunday Family Funday
🗓️ Sunday, June 7 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
📍 San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, 2710 Manchester Ave, Cardiff, CA 92007

Sunday Family Funday is a FREE event where we explore a new aspect of nature each month! Bring the kids to San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center for hands-on crafts, outdoor exploration, and the TRACK Trail program. From nature exhibits to a scenic loop trail, there's fun for everyone! Pack a picnic and enjoy the view from the observation deck.

For more info, call (760) 634-3026 | Event info: sdparks.org/calendar

05/26/2026

Lights, camera, outdoors! 🍿 Enjoy free, family-friendly entertainment all summer with Summer Movies in the Park. Pre-show festivities start at 5:30 pm, and the movies begin just 15 minutes after sunset. Bring your blankets, beach chairs, and picnics for a perfect evening under the stars. Swipe to see the upcoming movies near you!

👉 For more info and visit SummerMoviesInThePark.com to see the full schedule.

05/25/2026

🐾 Discovery Table at Ramona Grasslands
📅 Saturday, June 6 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
📍 Ramona Grasslands County Preserve, Highland Valley Rd, Ramona, CA

Ever wonder what wildlife you might meet on your next hike? Swing by our Discovery Table at Ramona Grasslands and explore real pelts, skulls, and more! It’s a fun, hands-on way to learn about the animals that roam our open spaces. Meets at the Main Staging Area.

For more info, call: (760) 788-3326 | sdparks.org/calendar

05/25/2026

Looking for a career with the County?

Available jobs this week include park ranger, sheriff's detention nurse, GIS analyst and more.

For more info or to apply, visit the link in the comments and click on the individual job listing.

05/25/2026

🌳 Volunteers Needed (for a Tree Giveaway)
📅 Saturday, June 6 | 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
📍 Lindo Lake County Park, 12660 Lindo Lane, Lakeside CA

Volunteers are needed for a community tree giveaway event! Help grow a greener future by assisting with participant check-in, organizing and distributing trees, and sharing basic tree care tips with community members.

🔴 No walk-ups to pick up a tree. Residents must apply to receive a tree via the Equity-Driven Tree Planting Program.

3-hour shifts available. For more info, visit sdparks.org/volunteer

05/24/2026

🍉 Lakeside Summer Kickoff
📅 Thursday, June 11 | 1 - 4 p.m.
📍 Lakeside Community Center, 9841 Vine St, Lakeside, CA

Join us at the Lakeside Community Center for a free afternoon of fun for all ages. Enjoy games, music, entertainment, and access to free community resources while connecting with friends, neighbors, and local organizations.

In partnership with San Diego County Library, San Diego County Sheriff, and SD Nights.

For more information, call (619) 443-9176

Event info: sdparks.org

05/23/2026

Get ready for a wild adventure with Ranger Ruben’s Raptor Program. Meet real birds of prey up close and discover what makes owls and other raptors such incredible hunters. From sharp eyesight to powerful talons, this hands-on experience is perfect for curious kids and animal lovers of all ages. No registration needed for this FREE fun, all ages event. See the program dates and locations below:

📅 Monday, June 8 | 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
📍 Vista County Library, 700 Eucalyptus Ave, Vista
---
📅 Thursday, June 18 | 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
📍Poway County Library, 13137 Poway Rd, Poway
---
📅 Friday, July 24 | 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
📍 Solana Beach Library, 157 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach
---
📅 Monday, July 27 | 12-1 p.m.
📍 Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Ln, Fallbrook
---
📅 Tuesday, Aug. 4 | 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
📍 San Marcos County Library, 2 Civic Center Dr, San Marcos
---
📅 Wednesday, Aug. 19 | 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
📍 Fallbrook County Library, 124 S Mission Rd, Fallbrook
---
📅 Saturday, Aug. 29 | 10 - 11 a.m.
📍Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library, 2081 Newcastle Ave, Cardiff

Event info: sdparks.org/calendar