🎵 Reggae Concert · Saturday, June 20, 2026 · Open Air Theatre at SDSU
Ziggy Marley
Brightside Tour 2026 — San Diego, June 20 · With Burning Spear
Ziggy Marley — Grammy-winning reggae artist and eldest son of Bob Marley — brings his Brightside Tour to San Diego's premier outdoor amphitheatre on Saturday, June 20. Joining him is Burning Spear, one of Jamaica's most revered roots reggae artists. It's a warm June night under the sky at the Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU — an outdoor show pairing two generations of reggae with a combined legacy spanning more than 80 years. Tickets start at $18.
⚡ Quick Facts
| Date | Saturday, June 20, 2026 |
| Venue | Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU |
| Address | 5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 92182 |
| Doors | 7:00 PM |
| Show | 8:00 PM |
| Support | Burning Spear |
| Tickets | From $18 via Ticketmaster / AXS |
🎤 The Artists
Ziggy Marley
Born David Nesta Marley on October 17, 1968 in Trenchtown, Jamaica, Ziggy is the eldest son of Bob and Rita Marley. He first sat in on recording sessions with The Wailers at age 10, and went on to form The Melody Makers with his siblings, earning multiple Grammys before launching a decorated solo career. His sound blends traditional roots reggae with R&B, rock, and hip-hop influences — socially conscious and uplifting, carrying his father's legacy forward while forging a fully distinct identity. He has won multiple Grammy Awards including Best Reggae Album for Love Is My Religion and Fly Rasta. The Brightside Tour is one of his most extensive North American runs in years.
Burning Spear
Winston Rodney, known as Burning Spear, is one of Jamaica's most decorated and enduring roots reggae artists — a direct contemporary of Bob Marley who has been recording since the early 1970s. His deep baritone and spiritual, Pan-African lyricism make him a living pillar of the reggae tradition. His presence on this bill turns a good show into a genuinely historic evening of reggae.
🎪 The Venue
The Open Air Theatre at SDSU is San Diego's best mid-size outdoor amphitheater — about 4,500 seats in a classic bowl layout on the SDSU campus. A June evening in San Diego will be in the mid-60s°F, comfortable for an outdoor show. No rain concerns in San Diego in June.
Address: 5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 92182
🚌 Getting There
By transit (recommended): MTS Green Line Trolley to SDSU Station — short walk to the venue. Bus routes 11, 14, 115, 856, 936, 955, and Rapid 215 also serve SDSU. Load a PRONTO card in advance.
By car: On-campus and surrounding street parking available. Event nights fill up; arrive at least 30–45 minutes early.
🎟️ Tickets
- Ticketmaster: ticketmaster.com (Event ID: 0A006453B0DDB4EE)
- AXS: axs.com
- Live Nation: livenation.com
Prices start at approximately $18 (resale market); average ticket price approximately $84.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Ziggy Marley play in San Diego?
Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU, 5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 92182.
Who is opening for Ziggy Marley in San Diego?
Burning Spear — one of the legends of Jamaican roots reggae — opens for Ziggy Marley.
Is the Ziggy Marley show outdoors?
Yes. The Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre is an outdoor amphitheater at San Diego State University. San Diego's June evenings are typically clear and mild (mid-60s°F), making it one of the best outdoor concert venues in the city.
How do I get to the Open Air Theatre at SDSU?
Take the MTS Green Line Trolley to SDSU Station. The walk to the Open Air Theatre is short. Bus routes 11, 14, 115, 856, 936, 955, and Rapid 215 also serve the SDSU campus.