AUGUST

Thomas Family Day

Scavenger hunt, arts & crafts and Thomas trains making their way around the model railroad exhibits. Aug. 19, 10 am–4 pm. $9–$19.50; 12 & under free. San Diego Model Railroad Museum, Balboa Park. www.sdmrm.org

Still looking for last month’s events? Check out the digital edition of our July issue at SanDiegoFamily.com

Summer Block Party. Summer jam concerts, Pirate Captain’s Swashbuckling Jig, Once Upon a Brick, School of Spinjitzu and more. Through Sept. 4. LEGOLAND, One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. Tickets: www.legoland.com

Summer Spectacular at SeaWorld. Stay late all summer to immerse yourself in exotic worlds of light and music and experience SeaWorld attractions in a whole new way. Through Aug. 20. Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. Tickets: www.seaworldsandiego.com

Rogers + Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” Add a dash of fairy-tale romance, magical onstage transformations—and you’re guaranteed to have a ball. Through Aug. 6. Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.juniortheatre.com

The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Experience. Experience heart-pounding challenges and life-saving skills in this gripping, immersive, interactive experience. Sun.–Thurs., 10 am–5 pm; Fri. & Sat., 10 am–6 pm. $19.95–$24.95. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org

Don’t forget to call to confirm dates, times and admission prices.

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Freight and Flora: A Garden Railway Exhibit. Transport back to the time when the Transcontinental Railroad first arrived in San Diego. Tues.–Sun., 10 am-4 pm. $9–$19.50; under 12 free. San Diego Model Railroad Museum, Balboa Park. www.sdmrm.org

FREE Summer Lunch for Youth @ the Library. Lunch provided for youth aged 0-18 at select libraries, parks, recreation centers and other community sites in San Diego. Weekdays, through Aug. 11; 12–1 pm. Details: www.sandiego.gov/publiclibrary/summerlunch

Regal Summer Movie Express. $2 family-friendly movies. Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10:30 am through Aug. 16. Regal Edwards Mira Mesa, 10604 Westview Pkwy. www.miramesamarket.com

Nighttime Zoo. Come “rock and roar” this season with live music and other amazing entertainment experiences. Through Sept. 4, 9 am–9 pm. San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr. Tickets: www.sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org

FREE Summer Reading Program: Find Your Voice. Complete a combination of 10 books, hours of reading or activities to claim your prizes. Through Aug. 31. Register: www.sandiego.gov/public-library/ kidsandteens/summerreading

LEGOLAND Water Park. Slides, sandy beaches, Build-A-Raft River plus Pirate Reef and LEGO Legends of CHIMA Water Park comprising 10 acres of water fun. Daily, 10:30 am–5:30 pm. Through Aug. 27. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. Tickets: www.legoland.com

Blue Star Museums offers FREE admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve. Through Sept. 4. Details: www.arts.gov/ initiatives/blue-star-museums

The Wave Waterpark. Open daily through Aug. 10. $11–$24; 2 & under free. The Wave Waterpark, 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com

Count’s Splash Castle at Sesame Place. A multi-level, interactive water-play attraction that features 111 play elements, including three giant tipping buckets that dump over 1,300 gallons of water combined. Open daily. 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. Tickets: www.sesameplace.com wednesday | 2

“Tarzan: The Stage Musical.” Features high-flying excitement and hits including “You’ll Be in My Heart” and “Two Worlds.” Through Aug. 5, 8 pm. $14–$58.

Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1250 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. www.moonlightstage.com

Science Night at Birch Aquarium. Topics including sharks, plankton, penguins and heatwaves. Wednesdays, 5–6:30 pm. $19.95–$24.95. 2300 Expedition Way. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu

Step Right Up: Circus Trains. See fascinating and colorful model trains while exploring the history of the world of circus. Tues.–Sun., 10 am–4 pm. Through Nov. $9–$19.50. San Diego Model Railroad Museum, Balboa Park. www.sdmrm.org

Kids Bowl FREE. Two games every day through Aug. 21. Aztec Lanes, 6075 Aztec Cir. Dr. Details and to register: www.kidsbowlfree.com

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FREE Hullabaloo Kids Concert. 10–11 am. Del Mar Highlands Town Center, Upper Plaza, 12925 El Camino Real. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com

Summer Night Fishing. Fish under the stars at the Lakes. Tonight & Aug. 17, 5–11:30 pm. $4 per carload. Permit required. Santee Lakes, 9310 Fanita Pkwy. www.santeelakes.com

FREE Parks After Dark. Live music, games, activities and free meals for kids. Thurs.–Sat. through Aug. 26, 5–8 pm. City Heights (4380 Landis St.), Linda Vista (7064 Levant St.), Memorial (2902 Marcy Ave.) & Skyline Hills (8285 Skyline Dr.) rec centers. www.sandiegoparksfoundation.org

FREE Flicks at the Fountain: “Top Gun: Maverick.” Seating, 6 pm; movie, 8 pm. Carlsbad Village Assoc., 300 Carlsbad Village Dr. www.carlsbad-village.com

FREE La Mesa Classic Car Show & Music Event. Thursdays, 5–8 pm through Aug. 31. La Mesa Blvd. www.lamesavillageassociation.org

Summer Nights at San Diego Botanic Garden. Featuring extended hours until 8 pm, concerts, special events and more. Select Thursdays through August 17. $10–$18; under 3 free. 300 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. www.sdbg.org

FREE Walk in A.R.T. Unique vendors, creative food offerings, music and more. 5–10 pm. Mural Alley, on University Ave. between 4th & 5th., Hillcrest. www.firstthursdayartnight.com friday

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FREE Discovery Days. The San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum engages families in exciting STEM based learning challenges with rotating hands-on, mobile, innovative exhibits. Fridays, 10 am–2 pm through Aug. 18. The Forum Carlsbad, 1905 Calle Barcelona. www.theforumcarlsbad.com

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Family Night Out. Exclusive access to all galleries after closing hours. 6–9 pm. $24.95; one child free with adult admission. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org

FREE Entrance Days in the National Parks: Great American Outdoors Act. All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/feefree-parks.htm

Dinner and a Concert. Fridays, 6–8 pm through Sept. 29. Concert is free. Prescott Promenade Park, 200 E. Main St., downtown El Cajon. Tickets: www.downtownelcajon.com

Friday Night Splash. Tonight & Aug. 18, 4–8 pm. $12. The Wave Waterpark, 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com

Night Fishing at Lake Poway. Fridays & Saturdays through Sept. 2. $3–$7. 14644 Lake Poway Rd. www.poway.org

Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruises. Search for Gray Whales, Blue Whales, Minke Whales and more.

Fri.–Mon. through Sept. 4, 9 am–1 pm. $54–$72; 3 & under free. Pier Two 970 N. Harbor Dr., www.cityexperiences.com

Padres Home Games. Today through Aug. 7 vs. Dodgers; Aug. 14–16 vs. Orioles; Aug. 17–20 vs. Diamondbacks & Aug. 31-Sept. 3 vs. Giants. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com

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FREE Latin American Festival. Authentic folk art, crafts, entertainment and more. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–8 pm; Aug. 7, 10 am–5:30 pm. Bazaar del Mundo, Old Town. www.bazaardelmundo.com

FREE ArtWalk Liberty Station. Artwork, paintings, photography and more. Today, 10 am–6 pm & tomorrow, 10 am–5 pm. 2751 Dewey Rd. www.artwalksandiego.org

Sunset Special Train Ride. Enjoy a beautiful sunset ride through East County’s rugged backcountry. Saturdays, 7 pm. $9–$18; 2 & under free. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Campo Depot, 750 Depot St. www.psrm.org

U-Pick Strawberries. Strawberries, fresh produce and local goods. Pet and feed sheep, goats and rabbits. Daily, 9 am–6 pm. Carlsbad Strawberry Company, 1050 Cannon Rd., Carlsbad. www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com

San Diego Wave Soccer. Cheer on our national women’s soccer team. Tonight, 4:30 pm & Aug. 19, 7 pm. Starting at $15. Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way. Tickets: www.sandiegowavefc.com

Golden State Train Ride. Ride on the historic San Diego & Arizona Railway. Weekends; 10:30 am, 12 noon & 3 pm. $9–$18; under 3 free. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Campo Depot, 750 Depot St. www.psrm.org sunday | 6

Gaslamp Skate Sunday. Themed roller skate sessions, music and summer vibes. Sundays, 5–8 pm through Sept. 3. 5th Ave. & Island, Gaslamp Quarter. Details: www.gaslamp.org tuesday | 8 wednesday | 9

Enjoy FREE summer concerts all around the county this month! Find dates and locations at www.sandiegofamily.com/ things-to-do/seasonal-happenings/sandiego-summer-concerts.

Residents FREE Days at Balboa Park. Park museums offer free admission Tuesdays on a rotating basis throughout the month to residents of the City and County of San Diego, and to active military personnel and their dependents. For schedule visit www.balboapark.org.

FREE Cajon Classic Cruise. Display of classic cars. Wednesdays, 5–7:30 pm through Oct. Downtown El Cajon. www.cajonclassiccruise.org

Rescue Jr. at SeaWorld. This all-new kidfriendly attraction teaches children about animal rescue and rehabilitation through interactive play and engaging activities. Included with admission. Open daily. Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. Tickets: www.seaworldsandiego.com thursday | 10

Recess at Oma’s. All activities inside Oma’s (wagon rides excluded) will be offered. Through Aug. 12. 10 am–4 pm.