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Many of the events are taking a hiatus during the
recession, but will be back.
Some events may take place at the end of the previous month or beginning
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San Diego Events Location
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San Diego New Year's Day Race
January - See website for date, time, & details.
The traditional regatta ;
includes boats of all classes & multi-hull boats.
Shelter Island, San Diego Yacht Club
Info: (619) 221-8400 www.sdyc.org |
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San Diego Boat Show
January - See website for date, time, & details.
Boating buffs get an up-close look at a
wide selection of boats, state-of-the-art equipment, and marine industry products. Free
demonstrations, seminars, sails around the bay, etc.
San Diego Convention Center
111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego.
Info: (858) 274-9924 www.sandiegoboatshow.com |
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San Diego Restaurant Week
January - See website for date,
time, & details.
Held twice annually
Experience 6 nights of amazing dining
at San Diego's finest restaurants. Select from a special 3-course dinner menu at any
participating restaurants.
See website for details and price.
Info: www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com |
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Carlsbad San Diego Marathon & Half Marathon
January - See website for date, time, & details.
Formerly the San Diego Marathon, The Carlsbad Marathon
features a rolling course, including 14 miles along the Pacific Ocean.
Visit the website for other events and start times.
Carlsbad, CA
Westfield Shoppingtown Plaza Camino Real
Info: (760) 692-2900 www.carlsbadmarathon.com |
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Annual Del Mar Antique Show & Sale
January - A 3-day event (3 times per
year Jan Apr Nov)
See website for admission cost, dates, times, and details.
More than 250 premier antique dealers
from all over California and the western United States will be selling the finest in
antiques & collectibles, including all types of glass, pottery, paper ephemera,
crystal, jewelry, art, silver, Americana, primitives, American and European furniture, and
much more. Appraisal service will be available for a fee.
Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd - Del Mar
Event Info: (800) 943-7501 www.calendarshows.com
Fairgrounds Info: Map &
Directions www.sdfair.com |
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San Diego Events Location
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San Diego Brazil Carnival
February or March - See website for date, time, & details.
This Gala Event signals the start of
San Diego's Carnaval Mardi Gras Celebration that culminates with the Gaslamp Association
Mardi Gras Parade on Fat Tuesday in February. Features: Brazilian Carnaval Band &
Samba Show. Capoeira (exhibit of dance with martial arts), Parades, lots of Mardi Gras
Beads and a Samba contest.
Downtown San Diego
345 B Street & 4th Ave
Info: (619) 224-4684 www.brazilcarnival.com www.gaslamp.org |
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Mardi Gras - Fat Tuesday
February or March - See website for date, time,
& details.
One of the largest and most authentic Carnaval
celebrations on the West Coast. Celebrate Mardi Gras "San Diego Style"
throughout the Gaslamp Quarter, with participating restaurants offering "Mardi
Gras" specials. There will be a Mardi Gras Parade and Brazilian Street Carnival
inside the Mardi Gras Celebration. 21+
Gaslamp Quarter - Downtown San Diego
Info: (619) 224-4684 www.brazilcarnival.com www.gaslamp.org |
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San Diego Events Location
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The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
March thru May - See website for dates,
times, & details.
50 acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus
bloom for approximately eight weeks every spring.
Carlsbad Ranch
5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Interstate 5 to Palomar Airport Rd Exit
Info: (760) 431-0352 www.theflowerfields.com |
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San Diego Events Location
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Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade &
Family Festival
March - See website for date, time, & details.
The Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
takes place in Balboa Park with floats, bands, dancers, clowns, pipers, equestrian units,
fire trucks, and Irish setters celebrating Irish heritage. Following the parade, the Irish
Family Festival offers food and beverages, Irish crafts, a Celtic Heritage Village, a
classic car exhibition, skateboarding demonstrations and games and rides at the Kids’
Zone
Balboa Park
Parade Route: Usually starts at 6th & Juniper.
Festival Location: Usually between 6th Ave & Balboa Dr, and Laurel & Olive
St.
Info: (858) 268-9111 www.stpatsparade.org
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Annual ShamROCK
March (17) - See website for exact date, time, & details.
Outdoor musical block party celebrating
St. Patrick's Day on the green streets of the Historic Gaslamp Quarter (Usually on F
Street between 5th & 7th Avenues). Features Irish rock bands, green beer and much
more! 21 & up. Must have valid I.D.
Check website for ticket cost, times and location
Gaslamp Quarter
Info & Tickets: (619) 233-5008 www.gaslampquarter.org
www.gaslampquarter.org/events/shamrock.php |
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Annual Vista Civil War Reenactment
March or April - See website for exact date & details
As one of the premier reenactments in the
western states, the Civil War comes to life with hundreds of "North &
South" uniformed combatants in raging battles recreated by some of the largest
reenactment groups in California.
Vista Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum
2040 N Santa Fe Ave - Vista, CA
Museum Info: (760) 941-1791 www.agsem.com
Event Info: (805) 496-6036 Gold Coast Festivals |
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Bluegrass Festival - Old Town Temecula
March - See website for exact date & details
The best Bluegrass Festival on the west coast,
unique in that it features nationally known performers in free concerts. Free workshops on
the mandolin, fiddle, guitar and banjo are held each day. Pickers can find a place to jam
anywhere along the streets, and organized jam sessions with host bands are also part of
the event. Performers to be announced. A free event.
Old Town Front Street - Old Town Temecula
Info: City of Temecula (951) 694-6412 www.cityoftemecula.org Details |
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La Mesa Village Annual Antique Street Faire
March - See website for exact date & details
The La Mesa Village Annual Antique Street Faire
usually features over 125 booths including appraisals, restorations, collectibles and
genuine antiques. Food, live music, free admission & parking.
La Mesa Village - La Mesa, CA
Venue: La Mesa Boulevard
between Spring & 4th Streets
Info: (619) 462-6777 www.lmvma.com |
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San Diego Events Location
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Escondido Renaissance Faire
April - See website for exact date & details
Two weekends in April, the age of chivalry
will be recreated among the wonders of nature in an idealic setting. Travel back
to the 16th century and the glories of the reign of Elizabeth the First.
Activities include several of Will Shakespeare's new plays, battle pageants, music in the
streets, jugglers and hundreds of costumed re-enactors performing in this giant outdoor
play. There is an admission fee, which covers all entertainment.
Felicita County Park - Escondido CA
742 Clarence Lane
Info: (805) 496-6036 Gold Coast Festivals Details |
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Annual Lakeside Rodeo & Parade
April - See website for exact date &
details
This 3-day Rodeo features seven major events:
Bareback Bronc, Barrel Racing, Bull Riding, Calf Roping, Saddle Bronc, Steer Wrestling,
and Team Roping. youth of Lakeside.
The Western Days Parade takes place on Saturday morning.
Lakeside Rodeo Grounds
Highway 67 & Mapleview St, Lakeside CA
Info: El Capitan Stadium Association
(619) 561-4331 www.lakesiderodeo.com |
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Annual Del Mar Antique Show & Sale
April - A 3-day event (3 times per year
Jan Apr Nov)
See website for admission cost, dates, times, and details.
More than 250 premier antique dealers
from all over California and the western United States will be selling the finest in
antiques & collectibles, including all types of glass, pottery, paper ephemera,
crystal, jewelry, art, silver, Americana, primitives, American and European furniture, and
much more. Appraisal service will be available for a fee.
Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd - Del Mar
Event Info: (800) 943-7501 www.calendarshows.com
Fairgrounds Info: Map &
Directions www.sdfair.com |
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Annual Port of San Diego Day at the Docks
April - See website for date, time, and
details.
The West Coast's largest public celebration of
sportfishing , this free annual event provides marine attractions for the whole
family, and especially the sportfishing enthusiast. Features fishing seminars, kid's
fishing adventure, casting contests, Izorline knot tying competition, fishing videos, boat
rides around the bay, gourmet galley, hot tackle/fishing equipment, marine art, open house
on the boats in the fleet, and entertainment all day on stage. Free Admission.
San Diego Sportfishing Landing
Point Loma - Harbor Dr & Scott St
Info: (619) 234-8793 http://sportfishing.org |
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Annual Encinitas Street Faire
April – 2-day event
See website for date, time, and details.
Browse among 400 unique booths featuring a little of
everything: arts & crafts, antiques, clothing, items from around the world, and more.
In the spring, children's rides, four live stages, and the Karl Strauss Brewery beer
garden guarantee that you'll find fun for the whole family at the annual Encinitas Street
Faire, ongoing since 1983!
Encinitas CA
South Coast Hwy 101 - D to J Streets
Info: (760) 945-9288
kennedyfaires.com/encinitas |
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Annual San Marcos Grand Spring Festival
April - See website for date, time, and details.
Family festival featuring a kid's area,
entertainment, Beer Garden, Classic Car Show and unique vendor booths. The Beer Gardens
include local breweries and well known suppliers. A children's area features rides for
children of all ages. The Festival route is dotted with a wide variety of delicious food
vendors. Venue: On Via Vera Cruz between Grand Ave & San Marcos Blvd.
San Marcos, CA
San Marcos Chamber of Commerce
939 Grand Ave - San Marcos, CA 92078
Info: (760) 744-1270 www.sanmarcoschamber.com
Info: Kennedy & Associates (760) 945-9288
kennedyfaires.com/san-marcos |
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Wings over Gillespie
Spring – 3-day event
See website for dates, times, and details.
Great airshow featuring aerial attacks and dogfight
re-enactments, along with a pyrotechnic show. Those attending will be able to purchase
rides on vintage warbirds such as the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress. There will be a large
Kids Zone with inflatable attractions, 30+ merchandise & food vendors & live stage
shows throughout the day.
Gillespie Field, El Cajon CA
(Near I-8 and Rte 67)
Info: (619) 259-5541 www.wingsovergillespie.org
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Cajon Classic Cruise
April thru August - Wednesday Nights
See website for dates, times, and details.
The largest weekly classic car show in Southern
California. Stroll through
El Cajon's Historic District while enjoying the cars, the action, street vendors, food
and live entertainment presented amid a vibrant small town atmosphere.
Main Street - Downtown El Cajon
Info: El Cajon CDC (619) 401-8858
168 East Main Street - El Cajon CA 92020
www.downtownelcajon.com/event_ccc.shtml
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Crusin' Grand - Escondido
April thru September
See website for dates, times, and details.
Friday nights in Escondido, things are hoppin'.
Sponsored by the Downtown Business Association of Escondido, Grand Avenue becomes a parade
of pre-1970's vintage cars. Crusin' Grand Ave are classic cars, antique autos, custom
cars, American hot rods, and of course, people! Naturally, all traffic laws are enforced.
Escondido CA - 7 blocks along Grand Avenue
Friday Nights 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Downtown Business Association of Escondido
Info: (760) 745-8877 www.downtownescondido.com |
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Carlsbad Spring Village Faire
First Sunday in May
See website for date, time, and details.
The largest one-day fair in California. Features
hundreds of exhibitors, arts & crafts, a large variety of food stands serving
International foods, and children's rides.
Downtown Carlsbad
Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce
Info: (760) 945-9288
Check the website for parking & shuttle information.
kennedyfaires.com/carlsbad |
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Annual Ramona Rodeo
May – A 3-day event
See website for ticket prices, dates, times, & directions.
Professional rodeo action! Events include: Bareback
Riding, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Barrel Racing,
Bull Riding. Plus: Western dances, western specialty acts. Kids Day is a half-day event
dedicated to children of all ages. Ticketed event.
Fred Grand Arena
421 Aqua Lane (5th & Aqua)
Ramona CA 92065
Tickets & Info: ramonarodeo.com
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Escondido Street Faire
May - See website for date, time, and details.
Over 600 vendors, arts & crafts,
live entertainment,
and food from around the world.
Downtown Escondido
Grand Ave between Center City Parkway & Ivy
Info: (760) 945-9288
kennedyfaires.com/escondido |
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Annual Valley Center Western Days
May – A 3-day event
See complete schedule of events and times on website.
Carnival, vendors, food booths, beer garden, exhibits,
rodeo, sheriffs, cowboys, cowgirls, outlaws, mayor's shoot-out, games, live
entertainment, country music, food and parade. Exhibit booths on Sunday. Western Days
Parade Saturday.
Valley Center Community Center
28246 Lilac Road - Valley Center CA
Info: (760) 749-8472 www.vcchamber.com |
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Annual Fallbrook Vintage Car Show
May - See website for date, time, and details.
Presented by the Fallbrook Vintage
Car Club , admission
is free to this charitable event, benefiting the community of Fallbrook.
Fallbrook High School
On the football field - Stagecoach Lane
Info: Fallbrook Vintage Car Club
www.fallbrookvintagecarclub.com |
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Annual Fiesta del Sol - Solana
Beach
June – A 2-day event
See website for dates, times, and details.
Celebrate the start of summer at this free two-day
party featuring live music (18 bands), an international food court, beer garden, arts
& crafts booths. Plenty of rides & activities for the kids will be available.
Fletcher Cove - Solana Beach
West end of Lomas Santa Fe, and surrounding streets
Info: (858) 755-4775 www.solanabeachchamber.com |
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San Diego County Fair
Usually the 2nd week in June thru
July 4
Closed Mondays except July 4
See website for dates, times, and details.
San Diego's annual county fair.
Flower and garden shows, exhibits,
art, gems & minerals, carnival rides, food booths, midway, and concerts.
Formerly known as the Del Mar Fair.
Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd - Del Mar
Info: (858) 755-1161 Info Line: (858) 793-5555
www.sdfair.com Map &
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Threshing Bee, Tractor Parade & Harvest
Fair
June - Generally 2 weekends in June
See website for tickets, dates, times, and details.
Antique tractor parade and car, truck, tractor,
& antique engine show. Demonstrations of early American crafts & farming, log
sawing, blacksmithing. Exhibits include blacksmith & wheelwright shop, country kitchen
& parlor, steam & gas industrial power units, gristmill & sawmill and farm
equipment from horse drawn through modern row crop).
(No dogs allowed on grounds).
Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum
2040 N Santa Fe Ave - Vista, CA
Info: (760) 941-1791 www.agsem.com |
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Annual Ocean Beach Street Fair & Chili
Cook-off
June - See website for date, time, and details.
Food Vendors, and Merchandise Booths .
Music on several stages. Artists offer handmade goods. Chili Cook-Off venue is usually at
the foot of Newport Ave, as amateur cooks compete for prizes with their original recipes.
Free event.
Ocean Beach
4800 - 5000 block of Newport Avenue
Info: (619) 226-2193 www.obstreetfair.com |
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Annual La Jolla Festival Of The Arts
June – A 2-day event
See website for dates, times, and details.
Art, music, fun stuff & food.
Children's Area with hands-on activities, games, arts & crafts, entertainment and
more. Check website for admission cost, exact dates & times, & details on the
event.
University of California
San Diego's East Campus - La Jolla
Corner of Genesee Ave and Regents Rd
Info: (858) 456-1268 www.lajollaartfestival.org |
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Encinitas Classic Car Nights
June thru September –
Every third Thursday
See website for dates, times, and details.
Every third Thursday in June through September Hot
rods, classic cars, woodies, and customs will cruise down Highway 101 for one of the top
classic and muscle car rolling exhibits in San Diego County. Event is free to attend or
free to exhibit. Formerly called the Encinitas Rods & Woodies Car Show.
Venue: Downtown Encinitas:
Highway 101 between D & I streets
Every third Thursday – Usually 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Downtown Encinitas MainStreet Association
Info: (760) 943-1950 www.encinitas101.com Details |
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July 4th Special Events
One-day
events taking place on July 4th: Parades, Festivals, Fireworks, etc.
Link to all events are posted on our regular
events page
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San Diego Events Location
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Del Mar Racing Season
July thru September Excluding
Tuesdays
See website for exact dates, times, & details.
Hold on to your horse hat...
The Del Mar Racing Season Begins!
Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd - Del Mar
Info: (858) 755-1141 Info Line (858) 793-5533
www.delmarracing.com
Map
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O'Fest Summer Beach Festival
Parade - Carnival - Street Fair
Usually July 1 thru July 4
NOTE: This event is iffy after 2009 -- may be dropped.
See website for dates, times, and details.
The O’Fest begins the celebrations with the
Freedom Days Parade. Concurrently is the Carnival with rides and games for all ages are
offered in a clean family oriented environment, and the street fair, offering international
food, retail items, arts & crafts, and product and service exhibitors. Sample the
latest products offered free by a variety of well known corporations. Indulge in a variety
of snacks or enjoy a full meal while checking out the street fair. Listen to an afternoon
of music. Fireworks were dropped in 2009 due to budget constraints. See website for full
details.
Oceanside CA 92054
MainStreet Oceanside Info: (760) 754-4512
www.msoceanside.com
Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Info: (760) 967-2005
www.oceansidechamber.com |
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Annual World Championship Over-The-Line
Tournament
July - 2 weekends
See website for dates, times, and details.
Over-the-Line Tournament - Over fifty years of
adult sandbox play. Admission is free. You have to be 18+ to play. Play is from
7:00 am to dusk. The island is closed to traffic between 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Food and
drink available.
Fiesta Island
Fiesta Island Road - East Mission Bay
Old Mission Beach Athletic Club
Info: (619) 688-0817 www.ombac.org
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U.S. Open Sandcastle Competition
July - A 3-day event
See website for dates, times, and details.
The Sandcastle weekend begins
Friday night with the annual Sandcastle Ball.
Saturday: pancake breakfast, street festival,
entertainment, food, children's rides, arts & crafts, plus parade & fireworks.
Sunday: Annual Sandcastle building championship
for adults and children. Sandcastle building usually begins at 9:30am - 2:30 pm and are
available for
viewing until 4:00pm.
Imperial Beach Pier - Imperial Beach, CA
Info: (619) 424-6663 or (619) 421-5359
www.usopensandcastle.com
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Summer Sunday Concerts by the Sea -
Encinitas
July - 2 concerts & August - 2 concerts
See website for dates, times, and details.
Free early evening concerts. A four-concert series,
each featuring a different musical style. No dogs, alcohol, or glass allowed, but do bring
a beach blanket or chair.
Moonlight Beach
400 B Street - Encinitas
Info: (760) 633-2740 www.ci.encinitas.ca.us |
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La Jolla Concerts by the Sea
July thru September
– Various dates during these months.
See website for dates, times, and details.
Free afternoon concert in Scripps Park. Enjoy music
from a variety of live bands. Hot dogs, popcorn, ice cream and drinks will be available.
The concerts are free, but are supported in large part by your purchase of hot dogs,
sodas, ice cream and raffle tickets. So, eat heartily, and enjoy the music!
Scripps Park in La Jolla Cove
Girard Avenue off Prospect.
La Jolla Concerts by the Sea
Info: (858) 454-1600 www.ljconcertsbythesea.org |
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Ramona Country Fair
July or August – 4-day event
See website for exact dates, times, and location.
The Annual Ramona Country Fair features
crafts, carnival rides, vendors,
live entertainment, great food and lots of animals. Free admission.
Ramona Chamber of Commerce
960 Main Street Ramona, CA 92065
Event Line: (760) 789-1484
www.ramonachamber.com |
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Annual Street Scene
NOTE: Street Scene had a financial loss in 2009, skipping 2010.
Not sure if it will be back in subsequent years....
August – 2-day event
See website for admission cost, dates, times, and details.
One of the largest music festivals in California.
Listen to over 40 top music performing acts. Dance, drink, and mingle. Location recently
moved to Qualcomm Stadium.
Qualcomm Stadium
West parking lot at 9449 Friars Rd
Info: (619) 557-8490 www.street-scene.com |
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Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey
Circus
Used to be in August
Looks like we won't be having this
big circus anymore...Waahhh
Watch for the Fern Street Circus - San
Diego's One-Ring
non-profit junior circus: www.fernstreetcircus.com
and Circus Vargas: www.circusvargas.org |
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Annual Hillcrest Cityfest Street Fair
August - See website for date, time, and details.
This is a free event
usually featuring a vintage car show, live entertainment,
crafts, several entertainment stages, food courts, and beer gardens.
Hillcrest - San Diego CA
Venue: 5th Ave - Hillcrest central area
Info: (619) 299-3330 www.hillcrestassociation.com Details |
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Carlsbad Art in the Village
August - See website for date, time, and details.
Over 200 of the finest arts and crafts vendors
in the most beautiful of settings in the Village of Carlsbad, just two blocks from the
beach. Features fine art, sculpture, photography, ceramics and handmade jewelry,
furniture, clothing and wood crafts. Live onstage music.
Carlsbad Village - Carlsbad CA
Info: (760) 945-9288
kennedyfaires.com/carlsbad |
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Annual Bluegrass Festival
August – 3-day event
See website for dates, times, and details.
The Bluegrass Music Festival takes place
in Vista, at the Antigue Gas & Steam Engine Museum. This family oriented event
features tasty food, live music, music workshops by performing artists, jamming, music
& craft vendors, camping, and activities for kids.
Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum
2040 N Santa Fe Ave - Vista, CA
Info: (760) 941-1791 www.agsem.com or www.summergrass.net |
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San Diego Restaurant Week
September - See website for
date, time, & details.
Held twice annually
Experience 6 nights of amazing dining
at San Diego's finest restaurants. Select from a special 3-course dinner menu at any
participating restaurants.
See website for details and price.
Info: www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com |
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Julian Grape Stomp Festa
September - See website for date, time, and details.
Julian celebrates the harvest of the grapes
with an olde-world style grape stomp and festa at the Menghini Winery. Italian music,
dancing, Bocci Ball competitions, stomping, wine tasting, a Jumbo Jump for the kids and a
variety of food and crafts for sale.
Menghini Winery Julian, CA
Julian Chamber of Commerce
Info: (760) 765-1857
www.julianca.com/media/grape_stomp.htm |
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Annual San Diego BayFair Powerboat Racing
September – 3-day event
See website for admission cost, dates, times, and details.
Join the crowd at Mission Bay to watch the fastest
boats in the world compete to win at this extreme event. You'll see sleek powerboats and
hydroplanes race so fast that they nearly become airborne. The event also includes music,
a beer garden, memorabilia, and motor home and camping displays.
Mission Bay - San Diego
Fiesta Island / Fiesta Bay / Ski Beach / Crown Point Shores / East Vacation Island
Info: (619) 225-9160 x-101 www.thunderboats.net |
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Annual Julian Fall Apple Harvest
Mid-September thru Mid-November
See website for dates, times, and details.
Apple cider, apple pie, and
entertainment in the historic
gold mining town of Julian. Special weekend events.
Julian, CA
Julian Chamber of Commerce
Info: (760) 765-1857
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Annual Julian Lion's Banjo Fiddle Contest &
Music Festival
September – 2-day event (Julian
Bluegrass Festival)
See website for dates, times, and details.
Formerly known as the Annual Julian Bluegrass
Festival, this is the oldest Bluegrass Festival in California. Entertainment
includes bluegrass, spiritual, all-girl band, jug band, banjo & fiddle contests,
workshops, & instrument petting zoo. Bring your instruments for the open jam.
Julian, CA
Frank Lane Park - 2645 Farmers Rd
Info: (760) 765-3937
www.julianbluegrassfestival.com |
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Annual Festival of Beer
September - See website for admission fee,
date, time, and details.
This adult-oriented beer tasting event serves a
variety of beers from over 40 local microbreweries. You admission ticket includes 10
4-ounce beers which is enough to get you feeling confident to dance in the street. Food,
novelty merchandise, and non-alcohol beverages will also be available.
San Diego: B Street / State Street / Union Street
Info: (858) 672-3972 www.sdpac.org
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Fleet Week Activities
September thru October
See website for complete dates and schedule.
A tribute to San Diego's military service men and
women. It’s called Fleet "Week," but a variety of events take
place over the period of almost a month, including the Sea’n Air Parade of ships,
Navy ship tours, and the MCAS Miramar Air Show.
Info: (619) 858-1545 www.fleetweeksandiego.org
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Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair
September – 2-day event
See website for dates, times, and details.
Southern California's largest free
two-day musical festival features more than
400 food and arts & craft vendors, three beer gardens, giant carnival rides,
circus acts, and more than 80 musical acts on six outdoor stages.
This event covers an 8-block radius, and Adams Ave will be closed down from
Bancroft to 35th Streets during the event.
Venue: The community of Normal Heights, on Adams Ave, between
Bancroft & 35th Streets and Adams Park. Details
The above information is standard for this
event, but check the
website for exact dates, times, locations, and updates.
Adams Avenue Business Association
Info: (619) 282-7329 www.AdamsAvenueBusiness.com |
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Annual Poway Days
September – 2-week event
See website for all events, exact dates, times, and locations.
Poway Days is held every September with a parade,
pancake breakfast, Community Day, the Poway Rodeo & BBQ and more. The Poway Chamber of
Commerce serves as the coordinator for a dozen or more events sponsored by numerous
community groups in a span of a little more than two weeks. A few small events run over
into October. See the Poway Days Calendar link for the full event list.
Poway Chamber of Commerce
Info: (858) 748-0016
www.poway.com www.powayrodeo.com Poway Days Calendar (pdf) |
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Annual Del Mar International Horse Show
September or October – 4 or 5-day event
See website for dates, times, and details.
A four-day or five-day show featuring the
athletic prowess, skill, and agility of some of the best Show Jumpers on the west coast.
Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd - Del Mar
Info: (858) 792-4252 www.jumpdelmar.com
Fairgrounds: www.sdfair.com
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Annual Cabrillo Festival
September – 3-day event
Check website for exact dates, times, & current info.
Fun, food, and history. Free family
festival commemorating Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo's discovery of San Diego features
children's activities, entertainment, live demonstrations, and foods from Spain, Mexico,
Native America, and Portugal. This multi-cultural event will be highlighted by the
reenactment of Cabrillo's landing. Free admission.
Festival Venue: Ballast Point, Naval Base Point Loma, south end of Rosecrans.
Cabrillo National Monument
1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr - San Diego CA
South end of Catalina Boulevard, Point Loma
Info: (619) 557-5450 www.nps.gov/cabr
For specific events, dates, & times: Festival Page |
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Children's Month At The San Diego Zoo
October – all month - See website for details
Children 11 and under will be admitted
free, during special hours,
to the San Diego Zoo during October. (Must be accompanied by an adult).
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo Drive - Balboa Park - San Diego, CA
Info: (619) 231-1515 San Diego Zoo |
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Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show
October - 3-day event
See website for exact dates, times, & details.
Annual aviation expo with nearly seven hours of
performances by the world's best military and civilian pilots. Includes: the U.S. Navy
Blue Angels, Canadian Snowbirds, MV-22 Osprey, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk Stealth
Fighter, AV-8B Harrier, USN F-18 Super Hornet, F-16 Falcon, F-15 Eagle Tactical Demo, and
civilian performers such as the Red Baron Pizza Squadron, the Silver Wings Wingwalking
Team, and so much more. Free parking, free admission, & free blanket seating for all
shows. (The above is a general description of the usual performances. Any of them may
change on any year.)
MCAS Miramar
Info: (858) 577-1000 or (858) 577-6289
www.miramarairshow.com |
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Octoberfest - La Mesa
October – 3-day event
See website for exact dates, times, & location
This is the Big 'un... La Mesa's Oktoberfest
is among the largest celebrations of its kind on the West Coast. Traditional
German celebration featuring dancing, food, Bavarian bands, arts & crafts and
commercial booths.
La Mesa, CA
La Mesa Blvd between Date & Fourth Streets
Info: (619) 644-3003 www.lmvma.com/lmv_oktoberfest.html
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Annual San Marcos Grand Fall Festival
October - See website for date, time, and details.
Family festival featuring an Oktoberfest
atmosphere, Beer Garden, kid's area, entertainment and unique vendor booths. The Beer
Gardens include local breweries and well known suppliers. A children's area features rides
for children of all ages. The Festival route is dotted with a wide variety of delicious
food vendors. Venue: On Via Vera Cruz between Grand Ave & San Marcos
Blvd.
San Marcos, CA
San Marcos Chamber of Commerce
939 Grand Ave - San Marcos, CA 92078
Info: (760) 744-1270 www.sanmarcoschamber.com
Info: Kennedy & Associates (760) 945-9288
kennedyfaires.com/san-marcos |
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Annual Train Song Festival
October – See website for dates, times,
details
A free celebration of the history of Trains and
Song , featuring steam train rides, mock train robberies, arts & crafts,
train-related vendors, displays, food, entertainment, and activities for children: games,
crafts & more.
Old Poway Park - Poway
14134 Midland Rd
Info: (858) 668-4576
www.powaymidlandrr.org Songfest |
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Escondido Street Faire
October - See website for date, time, and details.
Over 600 vendors, arts & crafts,
live entertainment,
and food from around the world.
Downtown Escondido
Grand Ave between Center City Parkway & Ivy
Info: (760) 945-9288
kennedyfaires.com/escondido |
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The Scream Zone
End September thru October 31
See website for admission price, exact dates, times, details.
The 10-acre Scream Zone comprises 3
attractions: The Chamber of Chills, Haunted Hayride, and the House of Horror, featuring
themed rooms guaranteed to make your spine crawl. The Chamber of Chills was a new
attraction for 2006, a twisting, turning labyrinth of scares, with monsters and zombies
around every corner. Food and beverages will include a variety of snacks such as coffee,
hot chocolate, soda, pretzels, hot dogs and popcorn. (House of Horror is not
recommended for children younger than 10).
Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd - Del Mar - Map &
Directions
New Location: the Green Lot on the far west side near the training track.
Information & tickets: (858) 755-1161
www.sdfair.com/screamzone Screamzone Maps &
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Haunted Hotel
End September thru October 31
See website for admission price, exact dates, times, details.
The Haunted Hotel is where horror movies
come to life with terrifying special effects and illusions. Experience the terror from the
inhabitants of your favorite horror movies such as Hotel Saw II, Texas Chain Saw Massacre
and House of 1000 Corpses. Not recommended for children 10 years of age or younger.
The Haunted Hotel – Gaslamp Quarter
424 Market St - Corner of 4th and Market
Info: (619) 696-7227
www.hauntedhotel.com |
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The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park
End September thru October 31
See website for admission price, exact dates, times, details
The Haunted Trail is a stroll through the
park that you will never forget. When the sun goes down--run for your life! Experience
outdoor terror that is simply too big to house indoors. Not recommended for children 10
years of age or younger.
Balboa Park - Marston Point
East of 6th Ave & Juniper
Info: (619) 696-7227 www.hauntedhotel.com
www.hauntedhotel.com/pages/trail |
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Escondido Renaissance Faire
October / November
See website for admission price, exact dates, times, details.
Two weekends in October/November, the age of
chivalry will be recreated among the wonders of nature in an idealic setting.
Travel back to the 16th century and the glories of the reign of Elizabeth the First.
Activities include several of Will Shakespeare's new plays, battle pageants, music in the
streets, jugglers and hundreds of costumed re-enactors performing in this giant outdoor
play.
Felicita County Park - Escondido CA
742 Clarence Lane
Info: Gold Coast Festivals (805)
496-6036 |
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Christmas on the Farm - Bates Nut Farm
November - 2-day event
See website for exact dates, times, details.
Christmas on the Farm Arts & Crafts Fair with
over 100 artisans selling handmade gifts, decorative accessories and fine art. Face
Painting, Kids ‘n Paint, Bounce & Hayrides, Country BBQ, & Food vendors.
Bates Nut Farm - Valley Center
15954 Woods Valley Road
www.batesnutfarm.biz Details |
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Carlsbad Fall Village Faire
First Sunday in November
See website for exact date, location, & details
Let's Go Shopping!!! The Village Faire features over 850
unique vendors with a little of everything: arts & crafts, antiques, unique
clothing, items from around the world, and more. Children's rides, an international food
center, and an old-fashioned pancake breakfast guarantee fun for the whole family!
Downtown Carlsbad - Grand Ave
Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce
Info: (760) 931-8400 www.carlsbad.org
Check the website for parking & shuttle information:
kennedyfaires.com/carlsbad |
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Annual Del Mar Antique Show & Sale
November - A 3-day event (3 times per
year Jan Apr Nov)
See website for admission cost, dates, times, and details.
More than 250 premier antique dealers
from all over California and the western United States will be selling the finest in
antiques & collectibles, including all types of glass, pottery, paper ephemera,
crystal, jewelry, art, silver, Americana, primitives, American and European furniture, and
much more. Appraisal service will be available for a fee.
Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd - Del Mar
Event Info: (800) 943-7501 www.calendarshows.com
Fairgrounds Info: Map &
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Encinitas Street Faire & Fall Festival
November – See website for exact date &
details
400 unique booths featuring arts & crafts,
antiques, clothing, items from around the world, and more. The Fall Faire also offers
children's rides, two stages of live entertainment, and the Poinsettia Flower Pavillion at
the Annual Encinitas Poinsettia Festival.
Encinitas - Coast Highway 101
Info: (760) 945-9288
kennedyfaires.com/encinitas |
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Annual Mother Goose Parade
November – See website for exact date,
parade route, & details
The Mother Goose Parade is the largest, single-day
event in San Diego County and one of the biggest parades of its kind in the United States.
Over 100 entries featuring clowns, floats, bands, and equestrians.
El Cajon, CA
Parade Route: Usually West Main St & Chambers St, continues
east to Second St, then north on Second St to Madison.
Info: (619) 444-8712 www.mothergooseparade.com |
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Thanksgiving Dixieland Jazz Festival
November – 5-day event / See
website for schedule.
Annual celebration of Dixieland jazz
featuring bands
from the U.S. & Canada.
Town & Country Hotel and Convention Center
500 Hotel Circle North - San Diego CA
America's Finest City Dixieland Jazz Society
Info: (619) 297-5277
www.dixielandjazzfestival.org/festival.html |
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Julian's Country Christmas - Tree Lighting
Ceremony
November – See website for date, time, &
details
The traditional lighting of the Julian Community
Christmas Tree ceremony features the Julian Carolers and a visit from Santa. The
tree-lighting ceremony usually takes place at 5:30 p.m. in Pioneer Park, adjacent to the
Julian Pioneer Museum. A month-long celebration, Country Christmas runs in Julian from
Thanksgiving weekend through New Year's. On the holiday schedule are Living Nativity
presentations, Christmas teas, a holiday home tour, festive dinners at Julian restaurants,
performances of A Christmas Carol and Handel's Messiah.
Pioneer Park - Julian, CA
Info: Julian Chamber of Commerce (760) 765-1857
http://julianca.com/media/country_christmas.htm |
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Coronado Christmas Open House & Parade
December - See website for exact date, times, location
& details
Free to the public. Santa arrives at the
Coronado Ferry Landing Marketplace at 5:00 pm. Following Santa's arrival, at 6:00
pm the parade moves along Orange Avenue & 8th, ending at Dana Place. Music,
entertainment, Merchant's Open House at various locations in Coronado. Fireworks display
at 8:30 pm at the Ferry Landing Marketplace.
Ferry Landing Marketplace - Coronado
Info: (619) 437-8788 www.coronadohistory.org
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Balboa Park December Nights
(Previously known as Christmas on the Prado)
December – 2-day event
See website for dates, times, updates & details
Free community festival. Balboa Park holiday
extravaganza featuring two days of caroling, bands, choirs, light displays,
music, theater & dance performances, plus crafts, shopping, and holiday food. More
than 80 museums & cultural organizations will be open for this event. Participating
museums will be free to the public from 5:00 to 9:00 each evening.
Balboa Park - Main Entrance
Sixth Avenue and Laurel Street
Info: (619) 239-0512 ( 619) 235-1100
www.balboapark.org
www.balboapark.org/decembernights
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Annual Starlight Parade - Chula Vista
December – See website for date,
times, & details
This annual event is the largest nighttime parade
in the South County, with over 5000 participants each year. Special features will include
carolers, delightfully decorated floats, local school marching bands, and, of course,
Santa Claus! Enjoy strolling holiday carolers before the parade kicks off. Other events
include the Children’s Holiday Festival and the Mayor’s Annual Tree Lighting
Ceremony in Memorial Park. Generally starts at 6:00 pm.
Downtown Chula Vista
Third Avenue Village Association
353 Third Ave - Chula Vista, CA 91910
Info: (619) 422-1982 www.thirdavenuevillage.com Details |
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San Marcos Santa's Magical Village
December – 2-day event
See website for date, times, location, & details
A special village for children and their families.
Handcrafted holiday gifts for sale, while dancers, elves, and carolers perform throughout
the weekend. A child-size magical village will offer free activities for children
including creating ornaments, sand art, decorating holiday candles and more! Entertainment
will begins generally at 5:30 p.m. followed by the lighting of the Tree by Santa.
San Marcos Community Center
Info: (760) 744-9000 www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us |
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San Marcos Holiday Street Parade
December – See website for date, time, parade
venue, & details.
The Parade usually begins at Palomar College
and travels East down Mission Rd right into San Marcos Blvd. Features bands, equestrians,
floats, marching units, car clubs, clowns and Santa. Parade will end at the San Marcos
Civic Center.
San Marcos - Civic Center Complex
3 Civic Center Drive
Info: (760) 471-3201 www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us |
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La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival
December – See website for exact date, times, &
parade venue.
The Holiday Festival usually starts off
the day at 9:00 am with the YMCA Arts and Crafts Faire along Silverado Street with food,
entertainment, games, arts & crafts booths. The parade generally begins at 1:30 pm at
Girard Avenue in Downtown La Jolla. Consists
of marching bands, equestrians, dogs, floats, flags & banners.
Parade Route: Usually Torrey Pines Rd/Girard Ave > Girard Ave >
Prospect St > Silverado St/Prospect St
Downtown La Jolla
La Jolla Town Council
Info: www.ljparade.com
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Cajon Classic Cruise Parade of Lights
December – See website for exact date, times,
& location.
Specialty vehicle owners are invited to
decorate and light up their vehicles for the holidays, and a trophy will be awarded to the
most festively decorated car. Santa usually arrives at 5:45 pm in the Christmas Cruise
Caravan. Santa will be available for pictures, so bring cameras! Kids can play games and
win prizes.
Downtown El Cajon - East Main Street
El Cajon Community Development Corporation
Info: (619) 401-8858 www.downtownelcajon.com |
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Christmas in the Village - La Mesa
December – 3-day event
See website for exact dates, times, and most current information.
Free event. Enjoy an outdoor market, craft
booths & shops. Food, strolling minstrels, carolers, choral & orchestral groups
and hayrides. Includes a visit from Santa Claus.
Venue: Usually La Mesa Boulevard from Fourth Street to Acacia Avenue
La Mesa, CA
Info: (619) 462-3000 www.lmvma.com Details |
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Garden of Lights - San Diego Botanic Garden
December – various dates throughout the month
See website for exact dates, times, details, & updates.
Annual holiday celebration at the Quail Botanical
Gardens in Encinitas. Over 90,000 lights will illuminate the Gardens.
Festivities include horse drawn wagon rides, food, and
shopping.
Encinitas - San Diego Botanic Garden
230 Quail Gardens Drive - Encinitas CA
Info: (760) 436-3036 www.sdbgarden.org |
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San Diego Bay Boat Parade of Lights
December – 2 events this month
See website for dates, schedule, viewing locations & details
Spectacular event--free to view! Fireworks,
followed by a decorated and lighted boat procession parading single file on
Mission Bay, some broadcasting holiday music. This popular lighted boat
parade begins at Quivira Basin, and along Crown Point, Vacation Island, Fiesta Island,
& Sea World. Best viewing areas for this event is from Crown Point, or the west side
of Fiesta Island, or the east side of Vacation Island.
Mission Bay - San Diego
Hosted By Mission Bay Yacht Club
Info: (619) 224-2240 www.sdparadeoflights.org
www.sdparadeoflights.org/event_schedule.shtml
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Annual Pacific Beach Christmas Parade
December – See website for date, time, &
details.
What will Santa be riding on this year? A
community parade with uniformed
marching bands, marching groups, drill teams, floats, clowns, and more. Free event.
Parade Route: Usually Pacific Beach Middle School > Haines St >
Garnet Ave > Bayard St
Pacific Beach
Discover Pacific Beach Hospitality Task Force
Info: (858) 273-3303 www.pacificbeach.org Events |
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Oceanside Harbor Boat Parade of Lights
December – See website for exact date, time, &
details.
Oceanside's Annual Parade. All decked out for the
holiday, a wide variety of boats circle the inner Oceanside Harbor. A spectacular sight. Best
viewed from along the side of the harbor near the Harbor Police and fishing dock.
Sponsored by the Oceanside Yacht Club.
Oceanside Harbor - Oceanside, CA
1540 Harbor Drive North
Info: Oceanside Yacht Club
(760) 722-5751 www.oceansideyc.com
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Port of San Diego Big Bay Balloon Parade
A Holiday Bowl Event
December – See website for exact date,
times, parade route & details.
America's Largest Balloon Parade! Massive
inflatables, numbering more than any other parade in the nation, colorful floats, unique
drill teams, and marching bands!
Parade Route: Usually begins at the Star of India on Harbor Drive and
follows the waterfront, ending at Seaport Village.
Don't miss the Wiener
Dog Race! The fastest dog from the San Diego Finals will
represent San Diego at the National Championship Race that takes place during the
nationally televised Port of San Diego Big Bay Balloon Parade!
North Harbor Drive - Downtown San Diego
Info: (619) 283-5808 www.holidaybowl.com |
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Garrison Street Holiday Lights
December - Start date unknown
Each year, high atop Point Loma ,
homeowners on Garrison between
Liggett and Chatsworth out-do each other with elaborate Christmas displays.
Point Loma
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Holiday of Lights - Del Mar Fairgrounds
End November thru December 31
See website for exact dates, times, admission cost, and details.
Drive around the Del Mar Racetrack
and view more than
350 spectacular lighted scenes from the comfort of your car.
Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd - Del Mar
Event Info: (858) 755-1161 www.holidayoflights.com
Fairgrounds Info: Map &
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Whale Watching
Mid-December thru Mid-March the following year
Annual migration of the California gray whales
from their Arctic feeding grounds in the northern Bering Sea to the warm southern breeding
grounds off of Baja California, where they give birth to their young and prepare them for
the long trek back to the Arctic. On the return trip the young calves can frequently be
seen swimming at their mother's side. Glimpse these peaceful "giants of the sea"
from Cabrillo National Monument or on special whale-watching cruises.
Cabrillo National Monument
1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr - San Diego CA
South end of Catalina Boulevard, Point Loma
Info: (619) 557-5450 www.nps.gov/cabr
SanDiegoWhaleWatching.com
About Gray Whales
Birch Aquarium at Scripps - Info:
(858) 534-7336
2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92097
www.aquarium.ucsd.edu
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