6 Free Things To Do With Your Family in San Diego This February

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San Diego Tết Festival
The Vietnamese Lunar New Year celebration, celebrating spring’s arrival. With over 10 years in the running, this annual festival attracts well over 25,000 people of different cultures and ethnicities, making it one of the largest Lunar New Year Festivals in Southern California. Enjoy specialty food, performances, carnival rides, petting zoo and a cultural village featuring unique art and historical Vietnamese installations. January 31 through February 2 at NTC Park, Liberty Station. www.sdtet.com

Padres FanFest
Festivities will take place from 10 AM – 4 PM and will feature player and alumni autograph signings around the ballpark. Kids can run the bases and play catch on the field, fans can shop at the Padres Foundation Garage Sale, and you can hear from coaches and players during three unique Q&A sessions throughout the day! Admission to Padres FanFest is free and you must claim a ticket in-advance. https://www.mlb.com/padres/fans/fanfest

San Diego Chinese New Year Fair
Experience live music, food, and fun activities for all ages in Downtown San Diego on February 8th-9th, 2025 from 10am – 5pm. www.sdcny.org

Balboa Park Chinese New Year Fair
Since 1935, the House of China has brought the beauty of Chinese culture to San Diego located at the International Cottages Balboa Park. Their annual Chinese New Year Fair is a time-honored tradition that brings together families and communities to celebrate with performances, food, and cultural displays. February 15-16, 11 am–5 pm. https://chinesenewyearfair.com/

San Diego Family Fun Fest
Exciting activities and resource booths, win cool prizes and get in on the action with an inflatable obstacle course, zip line, bounce house and more. Feb. 16, 10 am–1 pm. The Salvation Army Kroc Center Corner Zone, 6845 University Ave. Sign up to secure your free spot here.

Fido Fest
Dog adoptions, exhibitors, giveaways and more. February 22, 11 am–3 pm. Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Dr., Santee. CLICK HERE for more details.