Kids Activities & Events Near Del Mar, CA

Jul 15 – Jul 22 · 3080 events · 959 free

Family-friendly activities in Del Mar and within 50 miles — updated daily.

Also covering kids activities in: Carlsbad, Escondido, San Diego, Poway, Coronado

We're tracking 280 family events around Del Mar this week, including 78 that are free. That includes things happening at City of Escondido Parks & Recreation, Carlsbad City Library, and Children’s Museum of Discovery. Everything's within about 50 miles, including nearby Carlsbad and Escondido. Tap "Free", "Today", or "This Weekend" to narrow it down.

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Things to do with kids in Del Mar this week

Today — Wednesday, July 15

Tomorrow — Thursday, July 16

Thu, Jul 16·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Toddler Storytime

Santee • Santee · 17 mi

Free 👶 Baby 🏛️ Indoor Ages 0–5
Thu, Jul 16·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

All Ages Storytime

La Mesa • La Mesa · 19 mi

Free 🧒 Kids 🏛️ Indoor Ages 0–5

Friday, July 17

Fri, Jul 17·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Preschool Play

Poway • Poway · 13 mi

Free 👶 Baby Ages 0–5

Saturday, July 18

Sunday, July 19

Monday, July 20

Mon, Jul 20 – Jul 24·10 AM – 11:30 AM

Camp: Archery

Poway • Lake Poway · 13 mi

🧒 Kids Ages 7–18 Camp

Tuesday, July 21

Wednesday, July 22

Thursday, July 23

Thu, Jul 23·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

All Ages Storytime

La Mesa • La Mesa · 19 mi

Free 🧒 Kids 🏛️ Indoor Ages 0–5

Friday, July 24

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Questions about kids events in Del Mar

What are free kids events in Del Mar this week?

Yes, there are 959 free kids events around Del Mar this week. Think library story times, park programs, and community days. Tap the "Free" filter at the top to see just those.

What are the best things to do with kids in Del Mar this weekend?

There are 25 family events on around Del Mar this weekend, from outdoor festivals to art classes and live shows. Tap "Sat" or "Sun" in the day tabs to see just those.

Are there summer camps and multi-day programs near Del Mar?

They show up as registration opens, usually spring into early summer. Tap the "Camps" filter and check back through the season as new ones get announced near Del Mar.

How far do the Del Mar event listings cover?

Everything's within about 50 miles of Del Mar, so you'll see events in town and in the surrounding area. Each card shows how far it is, so you can skip the long drives on days you're not up for them.

How often are Del Mar kids events updated?

Daily. We check local venue sites, parks departments, libraries, and community calendars around Del Mar every day, and the page refreshes through the day so you're seeing current listings.

Which venues have kids events in Del Mar this week?

This week's listings include City of Escondido Parks & Recreation, Carlsbad City Library, and Children’s Museum of Discovery. Each card shows how far the venue is and links to the source so you can check times and register.