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Balboa Theatre Events & Tickets

Balboa Theatre in San Diego, CA has 64 upcoming events: 17 concerts, 15 comedy shows, 25 theatre shows, 5 family events, 1 screening, and +1. Browse the full calendar below, with dates, times and official ticket links.
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Getting there

🚉 Public transport

  • Civic CenterLight rail290 m · 5 min walk
  • 5th AvenueLight rail300 m · 5 min walk
  • CourthouseLight rail520 m · 8 min walk
  • Convention CenterLight rail640 m · 10 min walk
  • City CollegeLight rail690 m · 11 min walk
  • Seaport VillageLight rail730 m · 12 min walk

🅿️ Parking

  • Ace ParkingMulti-storey car park120 m · 2 min walk
  • Multi-storey car park170 m · 3 min walk
  • Underground car park210 m · 3 min walk
  • Multi-storey car park260 m · 4 min walk

Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

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🍽️ Eat & drink nearby

  • Gourmet IndiaRestaurant · indian50 m · 1 min walk
  • Mad House Comedy ClubRestaurant70 m · 1 min walk
  • Star ClubBar70 m · 1 min walk
  • VYBZ Kitchen & LoungeRestaurant90 m · 1 min walk
  • Casablanca LoungeBar90 m · 1 min walk
  • Gaslamp TavernBar90 m · 1 min walk
  • Patrick's Gaslamp PubBar90 m · 1 min walk
  • Sadaf RestaurantRestaurant · persian90 m · 1 min walk

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Balboa Theatre: FAQs

What's on at Balboa Theatre?

Balboa Theatre has 64 upcoming events. Next up: City Ballet Of San Diego Presents: American Icons on Saturday, October 24, 2026.

Where is Balboa Theatre?

Balboa Theatre is located at 868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101.

How big is Balboa Theatre?

Balboa Theatre has a capacity of around 1,339.

Is there parking at Balboa Theatre?

For Balboa Theatre events, we recommend parking at the 225 Building Garage at 225 Broadway Circle. This underground facility offers easy access to the Balboa Theatre entrance and you can avoid the heavy traffic congestion frequently encountered on Fourth Avenue. Event access is after 5:30p Mon - Fri and all day Saturday and Sunday. Enter Broadway Circle from the intersection of 2nd Ave. and Broadway and follow around to the garage entrance down ramp on the left.

Does Balboa Theatre have accessible seating?

Accessible, Wheelchair & Companion Seating available on Orchestra level. Convertible Arm Aisle Transfer Seats available on Orchestra Level for mobility impaired patrons. For more information or for patrons with specific questions, please contact San Diego Theatres Information Line at ticketing@sandiegotheatres.org

When is the Balboa Theatre box office open?

Ticket Office Hours: Balboa Theatre Event Windows (868 Fourth Avenue) open 2 hours prior to curtain on event day only.

What is the nearest station to Balboa Theatre?

The nearest station is Civic Center (Light rail), about 290 m from Balboa Theatre.

Which hotels are closest to Balboa Theatre?

The closest places to stay are The Keating Hotel (90 m), Gaslamp Plaza Suites (140 m), and Wyndham Harbour Lights (150 m).