Thank you for coming!
See you next year!
San Diego returns to Liberty Station
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November 13, 2027
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San Diego returns to Liberty Station ⭐️ November 13, 2027 ⭐️
Thank you,
San Diego!
Saturday nov 7
Ingram Plaza at Liberty Station
San Diego, CA
9:30am-5:00pm
Laurie Berkner
Saturday, November 7th at 11:00am
ONE SHOW ONLY
Get ready for an unforgettable Main Stage experience! Beloved children's musician Laurie Berkner is headlining on Saturday, for ONE SHOW ONLY. Join us for a sing-along, dance-along event that’s sure to be a highlight of Great Big Family Play Day 2026!
Main Stage Presented by
Saturday’s Lineup
Get Ready for an Epic Saturday with live shows ALL day!
Kick off your Saturday at Great Big Family Play Day with a mix of beloved favorite and interactive shows from Laurie Berkner to the Beat Buds, Kathryn the Grape, Kids Imagine Nation, Trees of Dreams, The Science Guys, and more! Saturday’s lineup is packed with excitement, music, learning and fun for the whole family!
Getting Here
The Venue
Join us at Ingram Plaza at Liberty Station, located at 2751 Dewey Road, San Diego, CA 92106.
All guests should enter through the Main Gate on Roosevelt Road.
Parking
Please park in Lot J, a short walk from the Main Gate on Roosevelt Road. Use the map below to find the parking lot and event entrance.
Before You Arrive
Tickets & entry
Have your tickets ready on your phone or printed. You may check in 30 minutes before your ticketed entry time. Every guest must check in and receive a wristband.
Security
All guests go through security screening and bag checks. Please pack lightly.
Lawn seating
Bring a picnic blanket! Main Stage seating is unassigned. Chairs, umbrellas, tents and oversized items are not permitted.
Food & inflatables
Food is available for purchase in the Food Village. The inflatables area requires separate tickets and participation forms.
Featured Activities
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Make Your Own Sample Boxes
with Hey, Milestone!
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Supersize Sports Zones
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Gear Show & Giveaways
Over $5,000 prizes!
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Family Lounges
Presented by Children's Primary Care Medical Group
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Woom Bike Course
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Tonies Trading
Check the schedules for Tonies Trading Hours
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Diaper Changing stations with Sudocrem
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The Artsy Wagon
Crafting stations
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Foam Parties
Check times available
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Bluey Meet & Greet
Check schedule for times
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DIY Tie Dye Station
Make your own custom kids tee creations!
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Babies & Balls Play Space
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Volvo Interactive Coloring Car
A giant coloring book on wheels!
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Face Painting
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Rides, Games, and Crafts!
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Meet Spookley!
Visit the tonies® booth from 11 AM–3 PM to meet Spookley during scheduled character meet & greet times.
Live Entertainment Schedule
| SATURDAY: 9:00AM-5:00PM | |
| Media Preview | 9:00 AM |
| Early Access Entry | 9:30 AM |
| The Beat Buds Perform | 9:30 AM |
| Meet & Greet with Bluey | 9:30 - 10:30 AM |
| Kathryn the Grape Performance | 10:00 AM |
| Laurie Berkner Show | 11:00 AM |
| Tonies Trading | 12:30 PM |
| The Beat Buds Perform | 12:45 PM |
| Join Spookley on Stage for Spookley Square Dance | 1:30 PM |
| Kids Imagine Nation Performs | 1:45 PM |
| Tree of Dreams Performs | 2:30 PM | Tonies Trading | 2:45 PM |
| The Science Guys Show | 3:15 PM |
| Princess Sing-Along | 3:45 PM |
| Foam Party | 4:00 - 5:00 PM |
| Gear Show, Giveaways & Family Bingo | 4:15 PM |
Presented by
Featured Family Vehicle: VOLVO
From the very outset, Volvo Cars has been a brand for people who care about the world we live in and the people around us. We have made it our mission to make life easier, better and safer for everyone. From our invention of the 3-point safety belt in 1959, to our industry-first rearward facing child seats in 1972, safety has been at the core of everything we do. Today, many of our vehicles come with an integrated booster seat, allowing our youngest passengers to travel safely and comfortably on all their family adventures. We’re excited to be the presenting sponsor of this year’s Great Big Family Play Day LA, bringing the best and most exciting products to your family in a safe and fun environment!
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Frequently Asked Questions
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We recommend you purchase in advance for best ticket prices and guaranteed entry. All confirmed ticket holders also receive priority access through our quick check in lines. Tickets will be sold on site unless the event is at capacity.
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We offer timed entry tickets in order to keep crowds and wait times to a minimum. You may check in 30 minutes before your assigned time
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All children ages 1 and up require tickets as well as all adults.
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Yes, tickets are transferrable.
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We ask that you do bring your printed ticket or have the bar code easily available to scan on your mobile device.
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Please visit our customer service line at the venue.
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At this time, there are no refunds less than 30 days before the Event, but tickets are transferrable and typically sell out.
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This event is rain or shine.
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Festival tickets includes:
In and out access to the Festival Lawn from your timed entry selection until the festival closes
Access to the full festival lawn with highlights including fun educational and active booths on the Festival Lawn with activities ranging from arts + crafts to sports & games to music and dance. Live Entertainment / concerts, character meet + greets with a variety of characters, make your own gift box stations, Family Lounge, play spaces organized by age, hands on activities, games and more!
What is NOT INCLUDED in your festival ticket and requires separate tickets or pay onsite once inside the festival gates:
Food Village with food trucks + stands, Carnival Area with inflatables, euro bungee, swings and train. Facepainting, glitter tattoos and similar services. Please refer to the website for schedules and availability of activities each day
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Parking will be available in the Liberty Station lots
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No shuttle but we encourage ride share
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You may bring small personal items like a purse, diaper bag or backpack. You may bring strollers and kids wagons. Please do not bring any large equipment, coolers, chairs, umbrellas, tents or any weapons (fake or real) of any kind.
Make their festival experience even more FUN with our kids festival t-shirts. You’ll pick up your kids t-shirt on site and take them to our tie dye stations to make a custom creation!
Shop Festival Merch
Grab Your Festival Shirt Before You Go
Make their festival experience even more FUN with our kids festival t-shirts. You’ll pick up your kids t-shirt on site and take them to our tie dye stations to make a custom creation!