Sports & Games This Weekend in San Diego (September 18 – September 20, 2026)

San Diego runs 2 pro teams across MLB and NCAAB — the Padres (MLB) and the San Diego State Aztecs Men's Basketball (NCAAB). This page filters every live listing to September 18 – September 20 only — sorted by date so the earliest weekend start sits on top — so a Friday-night game, a Saturday matinee and a Sunday afternoon all surface in one feed.

What's worth seeing in San Diego this weekend

Baseball is the value play in San Diego: an 81-date home schedule means the Padres at Petco Park carry the deepest, softest inventory, and weeknight upper-deck seats are routinely the cheapest tickets in town inside a 39,860-seat ballpark.

Planning Your San Diego Weekend

San Diego has 66 games listed for this weekend (September 18 – September 20). Padres, San Diego State Aztecs Men's Basketball are among the teams on the schedule. Prices and availability vary by event, seat location and seller. Compare the current listings below, then review the selected seller's final total and terms before purchase.

San Diego Weekend Venues

Petco Park anchors the San Diego weekend calendar, hosting most Padres home games. The grid above pulls events across every covered San Diego venue, so a Friday-night game, a Saturday matchup, and a Sunday afternoon all surface in one feed.

San Diego sports market at a glance

San Diego carries 2 pro teams across MLB and NCAAB, putting about 101 home dates on the annual calendar. The overlap between seasons — especially when MLB and run concurrently — splits local demand and can push prices down on the less-hyped matchups.

Viejas Arena holds 12,414, keeping supply tight for San Diego State Aztecs Men's Basketball home games. Smaller buildings amplify demand on marquee nights, so timing and flexibility matter more when hunting for affordable seats.

Game-day guide: San Diego venues

Petco Park — Padres (MLB)

Petco Park (39,860 seats) is a mid-size stadium in East Village that hosts Padres (MLB) home games. In a stadium this size, upper-deck sideline sections offer the best value views, while lower-bowl seats between the 20-yard lines or behind home plate carry the highest prices. End-zone and outfield seats split the difference. The ten-story Padres Parkade at 10th Avenue and J Street and the Tailgate Park lot east of the ballpark are the primary team lots. The MTS Trolley Gaslamp Quarter station at Fifth Avenue and Harbor Drive is a short walk away.

Viejas Arena — San Diego State Aztecs Men's Basketball (NCAAB)

Viejas Arena (12,414 seats) is a mid-size arena in San Diego State University campus that hosts San Diego State Aztecs Men's Basketball (NCAAB) home games. Upper-level center seats are the value play for sightlines, with lower-bowl corners and baselines offering closer views at mid-range prices. Courtside, rinkside, and club sections sit at the top of the price scale. Campus structures near the arena open on game day; the adjacent transit center reduces driving demand. The San Diego Trolley (Green Line) stops at the SDSU Transit Center directly adjacent to the arena.

San Diego team ticket pages

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Frequently asked questions

What's happening in San Diego this weekend?

66 live sports events are on sale in San Diego for September 18 – September 20. Check the grid above for the full list with live ticket prices, venues, and start times.

What games are in San Diego this weekend?

6 sports games are on sale in San Diego for September 18 – September 20. The earliest weekend dates surface at the top of the grid; full pricing, venue, and start times appear on each card. For a broader view, jump to San Diego's main events page or the San Diego sports teams hub.

Where can I find cheap tickets for San Diego this weekend?

Three reliable patterns for cheap San Diego weekend tickets: (1) fan-to-fan verified resale tends to drop below face value in the final 24–72 hours before games that aren't rivalries or marquee matchups; (2) upper-deck and corner sections regularly clear under $50 for Saturday and Sunday day games; (3) a midweek home game against the same opponent usually undercuts the Saturday date by 30–40%. See the San Diego cheap-tickets page for the lowest live inventory.

What time do San Diego weekend games start?

Most San Diego weekend games have gates opening 60–90 minutes before the scheduled start. NBA and NHL games run about 2.5 hours; MLB closer to 3 hours; NFL games closer to 3.5 hours. Saturday night games are typically the premium time slot, with Sunday afternoon games also popular. Each event card above carries the official start time from live feeds, and the venue or team app pushes the real gate time on game day.

Are weekend tickets safe to buy through this page?

Each listing identifies the ticket seller and opens that seller's checkout. Review the final total, delivery timing, event policy and any order-protection terms on the seller's site before purchasing. Be cautious with private messages and unverified listings that do not provide a clear seller or purchase policy.

Does this page include all sports or just one league?

All leagues — NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, college sports, and more. The grid above is the full San Diego weekend sports feed. Use the San Diego sports-teams page to filter by a specific team, or the San Diego sports page to browse by league.

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Sports & Games This Weekend in San Diego (September 18 – September 20, 2026)