OCT 292026
Comedy · Free
Sunset Standup at Original 40
Thursday, October 29 · 7:30–9 pm
Original 40 Brewing · 3117 University Avenue
A free evening of stand-up hosted by Mike McCalla. Food and drinks available to purchase.
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THE CASA MIRANDA NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR
A little more
happening.
Market afternoons. Little-kid mornings. Trivia nights. Good reasons to get out and enjoy North Park.
MAKE A LITTLE TIME FOR LOCAL
Around the neighborhood.
OCT 312026
Seasonal · Free entry
Bivouac Halloween Extravaganza
Saturday, October 31 · Throughout the day
Bivouac Ciderworks · 3986 30th Street
Come in costume for a neighborhood Halloween celebration at the Taproom and Adventure Lodge. No entry fee or reservations; seasonal drinks and candy/cider pairings cost extra.
NOV 52026
Music · Free entry
Free Vinyl Night
Thursday, November 5 · 7 pm · First Thursdays
Playground Art + Coffee · 3043 University Avenue
Local record stores spin vinyl for an easy evening of music and neighborhood company. Drinks and snacks available to purchase.
NOV 62026
Games · Free
Free Friday Video Gaming
Friday, November 6 · 6:30–9:30 pm · First Fridays
Playground Art + Coffee · 3043 University Avenue
An inclusive gaming night for adults. Bring a handheld device or laptop, or join in using the venue’s consoles.
NOV 72026
Local makers · Free · All ages
Shop North Park Community Fair
Saturday, November 7 · 10 am–4 pm
North Park Way · 29th Street to Ray Street
Verbatim Books and the North Park Community Fair bring local businesses and creatives together for a neighborhood street showcase. Dog friendly, with a local job fair component.
NOV 132026
Arts & crafts · Free
Grown-Up Crafting + Snail Mail Club
Friday, November 13 · 6:30–8:30 pm · Second Fridays
Playground Art + Coffee · 3043 University Avenue
Bring a craft project or letter-writing supplies and make something alongside fellow locals. A relaxed evening for adults, with drinks and snacks available to purchase.
NOV 142026
Food & markets · Free entry · Family friendly
North Park Vegan Food Popup
Saturday, November 14 · Noon–4 pm
North Park Mini Park area · North Park Way & 29th Street
An open-air market with vegan food, eco-friendly products, and local vendors. Free to browse; food and merchandise cost extra.
NOV 192026
Art & community · Free entry
Playground Lounge + Art Collective
Thursday, November 19 · 6–9 pm · Third Thursdays
Playground Art + Coffee · 3043 University Avenue
Music, a free interactive community art activity, and a sober bar serving craft mocktails for purchase.
WEDWEEKLY
Games · Free casual play · Paid chess tournaments
Wednesday Chess & Smash Bros Night
Wednesday nights · Next tournament: October 28, 2026
Subterranean Coffee · 3764 30th Street
Meet fellow players for casual chess and Super Smash Bros. Casual chess is free; chess tournament entry is $5 for beginners or $10 for the US-rated section. Bring your own controllers; tournament players should also bring a chess set and clock. An active USCF membership is required for the rated section, but not for beginners. The October 28 chess tournament has registration from 7–7:45 pm and an 8 pm start. Check the organizer’s announcements for subsequent Wednesday dates.
MONWEEKLY
Dance & community · $12 cash / $15 electronic payment
Beginner Line Dancing & Swing
Mondays · 6:30–9:30 pm · November 2–December 28, 2026
Silvergate Three Stars Masonic · 3795 Utah Street
Learn beginner-friendly line dances with BootScootin instructor Philip Victor, followed by mixed-level dancing and occasional partner lessons. All ages welcome; kids and teens should attend with a guardian. Wear non-marking, non-abrasive shoes for the wood floor and bring bottled water. Admission is $12 cash at the door or $15 by electronic payment; instructor tips are optional. Check the organizer’s schedule before heading out.
MONWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Sunset Trivia
Bluefoot Bar & Lounge
Every Monday · 8 pm
3404 30th Street · San Diego, CA 92104
TUEWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Sunset Trivia
Bock Bar · South Park
Every Tuesday · 6:30 pm
3048 30th Street · San Diego, CA 92104
South Park · 92104.
TUEWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Sunset Trivia
TapRoom Beer Company · University Heights
Every Tuesday · 6:30 pm
2000 El Cajon Boulevard · San Diego, CA 92104
University Heights · 92104.
TUEWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Sunset Trivia
Fall Brewing · South Park
Every Tuesday · 6:30 pm
3010 Juniper Street · San Diego, CA 92104
South Park · 92104.
TUEWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Sunset Trivia
One Door North
Every Tuesday · 7 pm
3422 30th Street · San Diego, CA 92104
Starts October 27, 2026.
TUEWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Quizzo
Pretzels & Pints · Quizzo
Every Tuesday · 7 pm
3812 Ray Street · San Diego, CA 92104
WEDWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Sunset Trivia
Gilly’s
Every Wednesday · 6 pm
2306 El Cajon Boulevard · San Diego, CA 92104
WEDWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Survey-style game
TapRoom Beer Company · OpinioNation
Every Wednesday · 6:30 pm
2000 El Cajon Boulevard · San Diego, CA 92104
University Heights · 92104. A survey-style game, rather than general-knowledge trivia.
WEDWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Sports trivia
Fairplay · Sporty Sports Trivia
Every Wednesday · 7 pm
4026 30th Street · San Diego, CA 92104
Sports trivia hosted by Fernando. Check Fairplay’s announcement for updates.
WEDWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Sunset Trivia
Crazee Burger
Every Wednesday · 7 pm
3993 30th Street · San Diego, CA 92104
WEDWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Sunset Trivia
Little Bird Brewing
Every Wednesday · 7 pm
3176 Thorn Street · San Diego, CA 92104
WEDWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Sunset Trivia
Working Class
Every Wednesday · 7 pm
4095 30th Street · San Diego, CA 92104
THUWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Trivia
Bivouac Ciderworks
Every Thursday · 6:30 pm
3986 30th Street · San Diego, CA 92104
THUWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Music trivia
Pretzels & Pints · Music Trivia
Every Thursday · 7 pm
3812 Ray Street · San Diego, CA 92104
THUWEEKLY
Trivia nights · Sunset Trivia
Belching Beaver · North Park
Every Thursday · 7:15 pm
4223 30th Street · San Diego, CA 92104
THUWEEKLY
Food & markets
North Park Farmers’ Market
Every Thursday · 3–7:30 pm
North Park Way · Ray Street to Granada Avenue
An afternoon for fresh produce, local makers, and something good to eat. Make a little room in your Thursday plans.
FRIWEEKLY
Little locals
Baby Dance Party
Every Friday · 10 am
North Park Library · 3795 31st Street
A little music, a little movement, and a morning out with your smallest dance partner. For babies, toddlers, and their grown-ups.
SATWEEKLY
Little locals
Signing Storytime
Every Saturday · 11 am
North Park Library · 3795 31st Street
Stories, songs, and simple signs for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with Ms. Jennifer from Signs at Play.
DEC 5SATURDAY
Holiday market · Free · All ages
North Park Community Fair: Holiday Market
Saturday, December 5 · 10 am–5 pm
North Park Way · 29th Street to Ray Street
Shop local artists, makers, small presses, zine creators, and independent creatives at the Creator Fair’s holiday edition. Handmade finds, community spirit, and a little holiday shopping. Free to attend, all ages, and dog friendly.
Recurring favorites and special dates. Trivia schedules checked October 26, 2026; confirm with the organizer before heading out. Please check the organizer’s listing before attending, including holiday closures. Holiday Market details are from the organizer’s Instagram announcement; more details are coming soon.
GOOD THINGS TO LOOK FORWARD TO
Worth the wait.
Local favorites we hope to welcome back. New dates have not been announced.
Next date unannounced · Ticketed
Taste of North Park
A neighborhood favorite for eating, sipping, and exploring. We’ll add the next edition when the organizer announces its dates and tickets.
Next season unannounced · Previously free
Verbatim Books in the Park til Dark
Blankets, books, and sunset reading at Bird Park. The 2026 season has finished; we’re looking forward to its return when Verbatim announces the next season.
THERE’S ALWAYS MORE AROUND THE CORNER
Make a day of it.
Pair your plans with a neighborhood coffee or something sweet.