What to do in San Diego this week, Feb. 2–6: museum deals, film, and soccer
A week of discounted culture, film screenings, and a major match at Snapdragon Stadium
San Diego’s first full workweek of February brings a mix of arts programming, seasonal wildlife excursions, and sports, with several events clustered around countywide discounts that run throughout the month.
Museum Month expands options across the county
San Diego Museum Month continues through Feb. 28, offering half-price admission for up to four people at more than 70 participating museums, gardens, aquariums, historic sites, and similar institutions around San Diego County. The free pass is available in print at local public libraries and as a digital pass for mobile use, with some venue-specific restrictions.
Some participating venues require advance reservations or limit discounts to general admission rather than special ticketed events.
Rules can vary by institution, including whether a printed pass is required at the door.
For visitors weighing options, Museum Month can reduce costs for major attractions while also encouraging trips beyond central San Diego into North County, East County, and coastal communities.
Film programming concludes midweek in La Jolla
The San Diego International Jewish Film Festival continues into midweek, with screenings scheduled through Wednesday, Feb. 4, at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center in La Jolla. The festival’s 36th edition includes a slate of feature-length films and shorts, with programming designed for both dedicated film audiences and broader community attendance.
The festival’s 2026 run is scheduled from Jan. 24 through Feb. 4, with screenings held at the JCC’s David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre.
San Diego FC opens its 2026 campaign at Snapdragon
On Tuesday night, Feb. 3, San Diego FC is scheduled to open its 2026 season at Snapdragon Stadium in a Concacaf Champions Cup match. The tournament features leading clubs from North America, Central America, and the Caribbean, and the game marks one of the first major competitive fixtures of the year for the club.
The week’s match also arrives as San Diego’s soccer profile continues to grow regionally, with Snapdragon Stadium increasingly positioned as a venue for prominent events.
Seasonal experiences: whale watching and family programs
San Diego’s winter whale-watching season remains a central draw in early February. Sightseeing cruises continue along the waterfront, built around the gray whale migration and commonly paired with opportunities to spot dolphins and sea lions.
For families seeking shorter daytime activities, aquarium programming in La Jolla includes brief morning story-time sessions focused on ocean themes, scheduled on multiple weekdays and typically included with general admission.
Planning notes for the week
Check event times and reservation requirements before arrival, particularly for Museum Month venues that cap discounts or require advance booking.
For evening events, confirm parking and transit options in advance for Balboa Park, Snapdragon Stadium, and La Jolla-area venues.
With countywide discounts, a midweek film finale, and a headline match at Snapdragon, Feb. 2–6 offers a concentrated set of options for residents and visitors planning around workday schedules.