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North City’s Dancing in the Streets series returns with Swing Night on Friday, July 31, transforming the district into an open-air swing dance floor alongside its weekly Friday night farmers market. Professional dancers from Bella Lux will kick off the evening with a live performance from 6 to 6:15 p.m., followed by a dance lesson where guests can learn the moves from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.. The night wraps up with open dancing from 7:15 to 8 p.m. accompanied by a live DJ. Between dance sessions, guests can make their way through the farmers market, grab sips and bites from North City's eateries, and enjoy live piano and DJ sets. The event is free and open to all ages. For more information visit https://www.northcity.com/ or @northcitysandiego.

Avatar Legends™: The Fighting Game kicks off SDCC celebrations with its launch on Thursday, July 23, and will be present throughout the weekend, giving fans the opportunity to experience gameplay and hear directly from creators. Fans can get hands-on with the game at the IGN Gaming Lounge. Other Paramount Games Studio activations can be found sprinkled around the convention at the Paramount+ Lodge, the IGN Gaming Lounge, and other locations. Panels Fans can learn more about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin and Avatar Legends™: The Fighting Game through a series of SDCC panels, featuring the people behind the games and iconic IP franchises. Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender – The ultimate return to the Four Nations arrives in Hall H! Join the voice actors and creative team behind Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender for an in-depth conversation about the making of the upcoming Paramount+ film, and what’s next in the Avatar universe, including exclusive news about Avatar Legends™: The Fighting Game. Date: Thursday, July 23, from 1 - 2 PM PT Location: Hall H TMNT: Shellebrating 300 Issues of Turtle Power & The Last Ronin – Discover the story behind TMNT: The Last Ronin from comic creative Tom Waltz who brought it to life and celebrate legendary 300 issues of Turtle Power with comic creatives Gene Luen Yang, Andrew Joustra, Sarah Myer and Jake Thomas. Join Shawn Kittelsen, SVP, Head of Creative & Production of Paramount Games Studio, to get an insider look on the development process of the upcoming game in partnership with PlatinumGames. Date: Friday, July 24, from 10 - 11 AM PT Location: Room 25ABC Activation Highlights An expansive lineup of gameplay opportunities, immersive activations, and fan experiences will invite attendees to engage with their favorite franchises in electrifying new ways. IGN Gaming Lounge – Play Avatar Legends™: The Fighting Game at one of 25 demo stations featured in IGN's Gaming Lounge, with daily tournaments, giveaways, and more. The Paramount+ Lodge – Enjoy a hub featuring activities and interactive experiences for many of your favorite shows, including an Avatar Legends™: The Fighting Game arcade placement. Located at Happy Does (340 Fifth Ave., San Diego, CA 92101) from Wednesday, July 22 - Sunday, July 26. This is not affiliated with Comic-Con. Star Trek Fleet Command: 60 Years of Star Trek Archives Experience – In celebration of Star Trek’s 60th anniversary, Star Trek Fleet Command, the beloved mobile game from Scopely, will invite fans aboard an immersive archive experience. The off-site activation commemorates six decades of Star Trek through the lens of the game, featuring official archive pieces, a Holodeck VR experience, themed photo moments, exclusive swag, interactive claw machines with Star Trek prizes, and a souvenir photo station where guests can choose their faction and take home a personalized Star Trek-themed card. Friday evening will feature a special invite-only event for the Star Trek Fleet Command community. Located at The Sinclair on G Street (643 G St, San Diego, CA 92101). This is not affiliated with Comic-Con. Open Friday, July 24 through Sunday, July 26. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin Training Day Signing – Visit the IDW Booth #2729 to meet Attack Peter, Escorza Bros, Tom Waltz, Luis Delgado, Ben Bishop, and Shawn Kittelsen for autographs on Friday, July 24, from 5 PM to 6 PM. Nickelodeon Booth – Fans can purchase a limited-edition BossLogic x TMNT: The Last Ronin hat and SDCC-exclusive BossLogic x Avatar Legends™: The Fighting Game art print at booth #4113. For ongoing updates on game releases and expanded transmedia experiences, follow Paramount Games on social media: TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, X, and Facebook.

Get ready for a pawsome time at PAWmicon 2026, where pets and pop culture collide for a fun-filled event! PAWmicon 2026 is back and better than ever! Join us at Balboa Park for a day of fun on the main lawn on Park Blvd. & presidents way- Located near the parking lot for the San Diego Air & Space Museum. Get ready for a paw-some time with your furry friends as we celebrate all things geeky and pet-tacular. Dress up your pets in their best cosplay outfits and compete in our pet costume contest. Enjoy vendors, and activities for both humans and pets. Don't miss out on this exciting event where pets and pop culture collide! To Enter the PawsPlay contest- animalcenter.org/pawmicon to register! Helen Woodward Animal Center on Facebook / Instagram

An expert on political violence and extremism said online echo chambers radicalize youth, leading to violent attacks like the San Diego mosque shooting. Kids who've experienced trauma and social isolation are most at risk.

Kilowatt Brewing turns 11 with Convoy Nights, a free night market and cultural event in the Convoy District. 40+ local makers, artists and food vendors, live cultural performances, the Doghouse Blues Band, anniversary beer releases and AAPI-inspired cocktails. At 9:15 PM, a screening of the animated short HELLO MAGGIE! with animation legend Willie Ito (Lady and the Tramp, Looney Tunes, The Flintstones) in conversation with Disney animator James Lopez, moderated by animation historian Mindy Johnson. Saturday, September 12, 2026. Market 4 to 9 PM, Kilowatt open until midnight. Free, all ages. 7576 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego. Kilowatt Brewing on Facebook / Instagram

CHAGEE Modern Teahouse is opening its first-ever San Diego location at Westfield UTC and pups are invited to help celebrate. As CHAGEE's first pet-friendly teahouse in the U.S., the grand opening welcomes four-legged guests to enjoy the spacious outdoor patio alongside their humans. Come try the newly released summer menu featuring Citrus Teafreshers, the lineup of CHAGEE’s signature teas paired with fresh, hand-muddled citrus. Your furry friend will also be one of the first to try the CHAGEE Puptea! Throughout the weekend with the purchase of 2 drinks, customers can receive a free CHAGEE pet plushie or pet scarf, while supplies last. Bring your leash, your camera, and your favorite furry friend for an afternoon of tea, treats, and tail wags. Friday July 10 – Sunday July 12 9:30 a.m. Start CHAGEE Modern Teahouse at Westfield UTC Westfield UTC at The Pointe (corner of La Jolla Village Drive and Genesee Ave) Store hours are 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Every Day CHAGEE Modern Teahouse USA on Instagram

This weekend in the arts: "Doomgaze" at the Casbah, "Farm to Craft" at the Mingei, Barrio Art Crawl, "Neon Afterlife" in Oceanside, "The Recipe" at La Jolla Playhouse and an East County library book crawl.

The Fair this week will feature a number of activities to help celebrate America250. Fair guests can watch military artist Joe Pisano continue creating Lady Liberty, a 20-foot-tall replica of the Statue of Liberty crafted from approximately 80,000 drywall screws. The large-scale work will come to life piece by piece throughout the event, offering visitors a rare opportunity to witness Pisano’s distinctive process up close. On Thursday, the Fair’s Home Arts & Hobby exhibit will host an American Heritage Quilt Block Contest. On Independence Day — Saturday — the Fair will feature a Fourth of July parade at 2 p.m. led by the Grand Marshal, Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat. Fairgoers can wave along as Marine Band San Diego, the Euphoria Brass Band, and other entertainers bring star-spangled fun to life. At 7 p.m., Brownies & Lemonade will bring EDM acts to the Chevrolet Paddock Stage. At 7:30, Marine Band San Diego will perform on the Grandstand stage, with the annual Fair fireworks spectacular following at approximately 9 p.m. The full daily schedule and more information about the final five days of the Fair can be found at sdfair.com/events.

The Comic-Con sister convention overlaps with No Kings protests this year, so attendees may need to plan for additional crowds and possible traffic impacts.

A decade after taking a knee, Colin Kaepernick has no regrets and is reflecting on his life in his new memoir, The Perilous Fight. He talks to NPR's Michel Martin about losing football, his disappointment with Jay-Z and what the protest taught him about power.