If you’ve been waiting for a sign to finally check out one of the many art exhibitions, the History Center, the Children’s Museum, or any other cultural spot in our wonderful city…this is it. San Diego Museum Month is back for February 2026, and it’s arguably the best time of year to play tourist in your own city.
What is San Diego Museum Month?
The deal is straightforward and fantastic: throughout the entire month of February, locals get 50% off admission at over 70 museums, historic sites, gardens, and aquariums across the county. Whether you’re looking to entertain the kids, impress a date, or wander through some history solo, this fits each and every plan.
How to take advantage of this amazing deal
All you need to get the discount is a pass. You can grab a free printed pass at any San Diego public library, or download a digital pass directly from the San Diego Museum Council website. One pass is good for up to 4 people, so you can bring a squad.
What’s new in 2026?
This year’s list includes some exciting newcomers. The highly anticipated Navy SEAL Museum San Diego is officially participating, and so is the newly reopened Balboa Park Botanical Building. Other fresh faces include the Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial and the Green Dragon Tavern & Museum in Carlsbad.
Do I need a reservation?
While most spots let you just walk up and show your pass, the big hitters like Birch Aquarium and LEGOLAND often require advance reservations. Always check the specific venue’s website before you head out!
2026 participating venues
- Balboa Park
- Balboa Park Botanical Building & Gardens (New for 2026)
- Centro Cultural de la Raza
- Comic-Con Museum
- Fleet Science Center
- ICA Central (Institute of Contemporary Art)
- Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum
- Marston House Museum & Gardens
- Mingei International Museum
- Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) at SDMA
- Museum of Us (Tower tours excluded)
- Air & Space Museum
- Automotive Museum
- San Diego History Center
- San Diego Model Railroad Museum
- Museum of Art (SDMA)
- San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat)
- Timken Museum of Art
- Veterans Museum at Balboa Park
- WorldBeat Cultural Center
- Downtown & Waterfront
- Brain Observatory
- Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House
- Maritime Museum of San Diego
- Navy SEAL Museum San Diego (New for 2026)
- New Children’s Museum
- San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
- USS Midway Museum
- WNDR Museum San Diego
- La Jolla
- Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
- Birch Aquarium at Scripps (Reservations required)
- La Jolla Historical Society
- Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial (New for 2026)
- Museum of Contemporary Art (MCASD)
- Liberty Station & Point Loma
- Cabrillo National Monument
- MCRD Command Museum
- Nautical History Gallery & Museum
- New Americans Museum
- San Diego Watercolor Society
- Visions Museum of Textile Art
- North County (Coastal & Inland)
- California Center for the Arts Museum, Escondido
- California Surf Museum
- Deer Park Winery & Auto Museum
- Encinitas Historical Society & 1883 Schoolhouse (New for 2026)
- Green Dragon Tavern & Museum (New for 2026)
- ICA North (Institute of Contemporary Art)
- LEGOLAND California Resort (Reservations required)
- Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum
- Mission San Luis Rey
- Museum of Making Music
- Oceanside Museum of Art
- San Diego Archaeological Center
- The Botanic Garden
- Children’s Discovery Museum
- Warner-Carrillo Ranch House
- East County & South Bay
- Barona Cultural Center & Museum
- Bonita Museum & Cultural Center
- Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center
- Heritage of the Americas Museum
- Ilan-Lael Foundation (New for 2026)
- J.A. Cooley Museum
- La Mesa Depot Museum
- Lemon Grove Parsonage Museum
- Living Coast Discovery Center
- Olaf Wieghorst Museum & Western Heritage Center (New for 2026)
- Pacific Southwest Railway Museum
- The Water Conservation Garden
- Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center
- Old Town & Mission Valley
- Junípero Serra Museum
- Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
- Whaley House Museum
Happy learning, San Diego!