2015
FESTIVALS AND CELEBRATIONS SCHEDULED ON PUBLIC PROPERTY Telephone: (619) 685-1331 Internet:www.sandiego.gov/specialevents February
Tuesday 2/17 Gaslamp Mardi Gras 5:00 pm - 11:59 pm Mardi Gras is a celebration of Fat Tuesday as held in New Orleans. This mardi gras is open to adults (age 21+) so you can carry your drinks around while mingling in masked revelry. Be sure to catch handfuls of shiny beads as they're tossed from a float parade! Anticipated Attendance: 20,000. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: 5th Avenue (between Broadway & Harbor Dr.) ~ E Street, F Street, G Street, J Street, K Street, Market Street(between 4th Ave. & 6th Ave.) ~ Island Ave. nue (between 4th Ave. & 7th Ave.) ~ 6th Avenue (between E St. & F St.) Host Organization: Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation. Internet: www.sdmardigras.com.
Tuesday 2/17 Hillcrest Mardi Gras 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Enjoy musical performances, street performers, a parade, rides, games, Cajun food,and colorful beads at this 21 years and older event. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 3,000. Location: University Avenue between First and Fourth Avenues. Host Organization: Hillcrest Business Assocation. Internet: www.fabuloushillcrest.com.
Wednesday 2/18 Chinese New Year Celebration - Year of the Sheep 11:00 pm - 2:00 am It's the Year of the Sheep! A celebration of the Chinese New Year will take place in the late evening to early morning in the Mid-City area of San Diego. The celebration presents traditional Chinese music, good cheer, and the flash and crackle of fireworks and a performance of the Dragon Dance. Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Indochinese Association of San Diego (4536-4540 University Ave. near Chamoune Ave.). Host Organization: Indochinese Association of San Diego. Internet: Not available.
Friday 2/20 San Diego Lunar New Year Tet Festival (3-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm In celebration of the Lunar New Year, a Vietnamese cultural festival will take place to showcase homeland traditions. Come and experience ancestral rituals and Vietnamese dance and music performances. You can also shop for merchandise, stop for lunch, and watch a firecracker show. Anticipated Attendance: 6,000/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Mira Mesa Community Park (8575 New Salem St.). Host Organization: The VIetnamese American Youth Alliance. Internet: www.sdtet.com.
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Saturday 2/21 2015 San Diego Chinese Center New Year's Fair 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Come and celebrate the Year of the Ram! Experience the sight, sounds, smells and activities of a traditional Lunar New Year. Bring your friends andfamilies and enjoy two full days of music, dance, Gungfu, yummy foods, dragon and lion dances! Anticipated Attendance: 20,000. Anticipated Participants: 600. Location: Chinese Thematic District on Third Avenue between Market and J Street. Host Organization: San Diego Chinese Center. Internet: www.sdcny/weebly.com.
Saturday 2/21 San Diego Lunar New Year Tet Festival (3-Day Event) 11:00 am - 10:00 pm In celebration of the Lunar New Year, a Vietnamese cultural festival will take place to showcase homeland traditions. Come and experience ancestral rituals and Vietnamese dance and music performances. You can also shop for merchandise, stop for lunch, and watch a firecracker show. Anticipated Attendance: 6,000/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Mira Mesa Community Park (8575 New Salem St.). Host Organization: The VIetnamese American Youth Alliance. Internet: www.sdtet.com.
Sunday 2/22 2015 San Diego Chinese Center New Year's Fair 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Come and celebrate the Year of the Ram! Experience the sight, sounds, smells and activities of a traditional Lunar New Year. Bring your friends andfamilies and enjoy two full days of music, dance, Gungfu, yummy foods, dragon and lion dances! Anticipated Attendance: 20,000. Anticipated Participants: 600. Location: Chinese Thematic District on Third Avenue between Market and J Street. Host Organization: San Diego Chinese Center. Internet: www.sdcny/weebly.com.
Sunday 2/22 San Diego Lunar New Year Tet Festival (3-Day Event) 11:00 am - 9:00 pm In celebration of the Lunar New Year, a Vietnamese cultural festival will take place to showcase homeland traditions. Come and experience ancestral rituals and Vietnamese dance and music performances. You can also shop for merchandise, stop for lunch, and watch a firecracker show. Anticipated Attendance: 6,000/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Mira Mesa Community Park (8575 New Salem St.). Host Organization: The VIetnamese American Youth Alliance. Internet: www.sdtet.com.
Thursday 2/26 Robert Egger Senior Recreation Center Carnival 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2000. Anticipated Participants: 35. Location: Robert Egger Senior Recreation Center. Host Organization: Christiansen Amusement. Internet: Not available.
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Friday 2/27 Robert Egger Senior Recreation Center Carnival 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2000. Anticipated Participants: 35. Location: Robert Egger Senior Recreation Center. Host Organization: Christiansen Amusement. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 2/28 Robert Egger Senior Recreation Center Carnival 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2000. Anticipated Participants: 35. Location: Robert Egger Senior Recreation Center. Host Organization: Christiansen Amusement. Internet: Not available.
March
Sunday 3/1 Robert Egger Senior Recreation Center Carnival 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2000. Anticipated Participants: 35. Location: Robert Egger Senior Recreation Center. Host Organization: Christiansen Amusement. Internet: Not available.
Thursday 3/5 Montgomery Waller Community Park Carnival (4-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Montgomery Waller Community Park where persons of all ages are having a good time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, snacks, and a computer portrait novelty booth. Anticipated Attendance: 300/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Montgomery Waller Community Park (3020 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: www.amusements.com.
Friday 3/6 Montgomery Waller Community Park Carnival (4-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Montgomery Waller Community Park where persons of all ages are having a good time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, snacks, and a computer portrait novelty booth. Anticipated Attendance: 300/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Montgomery Waller Community Park (3020 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: www.amusements.com.
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Saturday 3/7 Montgomery Waller Community Park Carnival (4-Day Event) 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Montgomery Waller Community Park where persons of all ages are having a good time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, snacks, and a computer portrait novelty booth. Anticipated Attendance: 300/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Montgomery Waller Community Park (3020 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: www.amusements.com.
Sunday 3/8 San Diego Half Marathon Gaslamp Block Party 7:30 am - 1:00 pm This block party celebrates the uniqueness of our fine city. Festivities are at the finish line for the San Diego Half Marathon. You can mix and mingle, listen to music, browse the vendor booths, or hang out at the belly bars. This event is in conjunction with the San Diego Half Marathon. Anticipated Attendance: 4,000. Anticipated Participants: 9,000. Location: Gaslamp Quarter District. Host Organization: San Diego Half Marathon. Internet: www.sdhalfmarathon.com.
Sunday 3/8 Montgomery Waller Community Park Carnival (4-Day Event) 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Montgomery Waller Community Park where persons of all ages are having a good time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, snacks, and a computer portrait novelty booth. Anticipated Attendance: 300/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Montgomery Waller Community Park (3020 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: www.amusements.com.
Thursday 3/12 Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center Carnival (4-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Sr. South Bay Recreation Center where persons of all ages are having a goodtime. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, snacks, and a computer portrait novelty booth. Anticipated Attendance: 300/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Robert Egger Sr. South Bay Recreation Center (1885 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: www.amusements.com.
Friday 3/13 Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center Carnival (4-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Sr. South Bay Recreation Center where persons of all ages are having a goodtime. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, snacks, and a computer portrait novelty booth. Anticipated Attendance: 300/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Robert Egger Sr. South Bay Recreation Center (1885 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: www.amusements.com.
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Saturday 3/14 Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center Carnival (4-Day Event) 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Sr. South Bay Recreation Center where persons of all ages are having a goodtime. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, snacks, and a computer portrait novelty booth. Anticipated Attendance: 300/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Robert Egger Sr. South Bay Recreation Center (1885 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: www.amusements.com.
Saturday 3/14 ShamROCK 2015 4:00 pm - 11:59 pm Irish eyes are smiling at this Saint Patrick's Day Festival. Come and join a happy crowd for a joyous evening filled with an Irish flavor of entertainment, dancing, food, drink, shamrocks, and more. As you saunter up to the pub, be sure to wear something green so you won't get pinched! Anticipated Attendance: 8,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: F Street between 5th and 7th Avenues; G Sreet between 5th and 7th Avenues; 6th Avenue between E and G Streets. Host Organization: Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation. Internet: sandiegoshamrock.com.
Saturday 3/14 Lineberry Wedding 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Wedding ceremony takes place at Mariner's Point in Mission Bay Park. 75 attendees. Anticipated Attendance: 75. Anticipated Participants: 10. Location: Mariner's Point in Mission Bay Park. Host Organization: Edward Lineberrry. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 3/15 Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center Carnival (4-Day Event) 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Sr. South Bay Recreation Center where persons of all ages are having a goodtime. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, snacks, and a computer portrait novelty booth. Anticipated Attendance: 300/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Robert Egger Sr. South Bay Recreation Center (1885 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: www.amusements.com.
Sunday 3/15 Shamrock 2015 (2-Day Event) 4:00 pm - 11:59 pm Irish eyes are smiling at this Saint Patrick's Day festival. Come and mingle amid a happy crowd for a joyous evening filled with an Irish flavor of entertainment, dancing, food, drink, shamrocks, and more. As you saunter up to the pub, be sure to wear something green so you won't get pinched! Anticipated Attendance: 8,000. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: F Street (between 5th Ave. & 7th Ave.) ~ G Street (between 5th Ave. & 6th Ave.) ~ 7th Avenue (between E St. & F St.). Host Organization: Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation. Internet: www.sandiegoshamrock.com.
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Tuesday 3/17 Persian New Year 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm The last Tuesday of the Persian calendar is a prelude to Nowruz which marks the arrival of Spring and the closing of the Persian calendar year. Iranian families will celebrate with Persian folk music, food, and dancing. Anticipated Attendance: 2,500. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: NTC Park at Liberty Station. Host Organization: Assocation of Iranian American Professionals. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 3/28 San Diegp Beatles Fair 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm The San Diego Beatles Fair 2015 is a fun music, arts, cultural and food event for Beatles’ fans and future generations to come! Ohio Street in frontof the venue will have a selection of food and vendors, including records. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: 3925 Ohio Street and Ohio Street between University Avenue and 3925 Ohio Street. Host Organization: Queen Bees Honey Inc. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 3/28 San Diego IndieFest 9 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm INDIEFEST 9 celebrates diversity by providing outstanding independent music, film, and art, on multiple stages, and includes an expo with informationon environmental causes, humanitarian causes, and local independent businesses. Anticipated Attendance: 800. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: The Performance Annex of City Heights Urban Village/Officer Jeremy Hanwood Memorial Park/Conference Room at City Heights Recreation CenteR. Host Organization: San Diego IndieFest. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 3/28 North Park Community Fest 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm The New Vision Christian Fellowship Church has organized an outreach event to give spiritual hope and inspiration to people in need. There will be live gospel music, prayer, song, bouncing fun for kids, and a food distribution. The event concludes with a special prayer and message. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: North Park Community Recreation Center Park Area. Host Organization: New Vision Christian Fellowship, New Era Outreach. Internet: www.neweraoutreach.com.
Sunday 3/29 Rolando Street Fair 10:00 am - 6:00 pm The Rolando Street Fair has it all! There's a veriety of musical entertainment, merchandise booths, and a food court with hot and cold foods. A special section of the fair is designed for children and youths with activities, bouncers, carnival rides, and booths containing items of their liking. Anticipated Attendance: 14,500. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: Rolando Boulevard (between El Cajon Blvd. & Solita St.). Host Organization: Rolando Community Council. Internet: www.rolandocc.org.
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Sunday 3/29 Nature Day 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm The 13th day of the first month of the Persian calendar is a special day for celebration. It's a day for Iranian families to come together for an outdoor picnic and to appreciate the beauty of nature. Families will celebrate with Persian folk music, food, and dancing Anticipated Attendance: 2,500. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: NTC Park at Liberty Station. Host Organization: Assocation of Iranian American Professionals. Internet: Not available.
April
Saturday 4/4 Second Annual Filipino Sun Festival 10:00 am - 8:00 pm A Filipino cultural festival is happening in Mira Mesa. Families can enjoy a full day of staged entertainment, delicious Filipino foods, and an Arts& Culture Pavilion. You can also visit the information, health, and community booths. Children will especially enjoy the fun activity area. Anticipated Attendance: 5,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: Mira Mesa Community Park. Host Organization: Operation SAMHAN. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 4/4 SD Humane Society Project Wildlife Baby Shower 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Project Wildlife is hosting a Baby Shower in anticipaton for the busy baby season when more animals are in need of care and rehabilitation. The event offers food, activities, games, merchandise, and tours of the Triage Center. Animal Ambassadors will be in attendance for education presentations. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: Project Wildlife Central Triage Center (887 1/2 Sherman St.). Host Organization: San Diego Humane Society. Internet: www.projectwildlife.org.
Thursday 4/9 5th Annual EVA Opening Day Block Party 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Come to East Village to celebrate the Padres season opener of baseball. This exceptional block party is a great place to mingle with other baseball fans and get in on some good conversation. There's music, food, drink, merchandise, rock wall, military display, and a carnival with games and rides. Anticipated Attendance: 15,000. Anticipated Participants: 250. Location: East Village (J Street between 6th Ave. & 10th Ave.). Host Organization: East Village Association. Internet: www.eastvillagesandiego.com.
Sunday 4/12 11th Annual La Jolla Concourse d'Elegance 9:00 pm - 5:00 pm An elite car show is presented at beautiful La Jolla Cove where guests can gaze upon amazing historic cars to premier autos of today. Pleasing music, tasty foods, and delightful cocktails create an enjoyable atmosphere while guests get up-close views of their favorite automobiles. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 400. Location: Ellen Browning Scripps Park (1155 Coast Blvd.). Host Organization: La Jolla Historical Society. Internet: www.lajollaconcours.com.
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Saturday 4/18 8th Annual City Beat Festival of Beers 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm It's all about the beer! Approximately 55-60 craft breweries are coming together to offer samples from a variety of homegrown beers. It's a beer lovers paradise! Here, you can stroll from booth to booth sampling your choices of beer. Food and music accompany the event. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: El Cajon Boulevard (in front of the Lafayette Hotel between Texas St. & Mississippi St.). Host Organization: SD Music Foundation. Internet: www.citybeatbeerfest.com.
Sunday 4/19 Earth Fair 2015 10:00 am - 5:00 pm This popular earth-loving event presents a wide range of causes, goods, and services that pertain to the environment and quality of life. Have a good look around and see what you can learn and use. The event is accompanied by entertaining music, health foods, a children's parade, and a Kids Zone. Anticipated Attendance: 60,000. Anticipated Participants: 1,500. Location: Balboa Park Central Mesa. Host Organization: San Diego EarthWorks. Internet: www.earthdayweb.org.
Sunday 4/19 Multi-Cultural Earth Day 2015 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm In celebration of Earth Day, the World Beat Center will have an outdoor stage with a beat of world music and other performances. Here, you can celebrate planet earth with healthy foods, shop for craft items, and enjoy classes and lectures. A children's area will keep the kiddies busy. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: 300. Location: Balboa Park World Beat Center Cultural Plaza. Host Organization: Project World Beat Productions. Internet: www.worldbeatcenter.org.
Saturday 4/25 45th Annual Chicano Park Day 10:00 am - 6:00 pm A community celebration at Chicano Park presents a fantastic event that includes the largest ceremonial performance of Aztec Dance in America. In addition, there's a low rider car show, cultural music, a variety of booths with food & merchandise; plus craft activities and a jumper for kids. Anticipated Attendance: 5,000. Anticipated Participants: 250. Location: Chicano Park. Host Organization: Via International/Chicano Park Steering Committee. Internet: www.chicano-park.com.
Saturday 4/25 Art Walk San Diego (2 Day Event) 11:00 am - 6:00 pm This festival showcases the works of visual and performing arts. Works are displayed throughout the streets and galleries of Little Italy. Music and dance performances are at the street corners. A special Kids Walk is held at Amici Park. Anticipated Attendance: 70,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: India Street (from Grape St. & Beech St.) ~ Fir Street (from Kettner Blvd. & State St.) ~ Date Street (from Kettner Blvd. & Union St.) ~ Cedar Street. . (from Kettner Blvd. & Union St.) ~ Beech Street (from Kettner Blvd. & State St.) ~ Amici Park (1789 State St.) Host Organization: Little Italy Association. Internet: www.artwalksandiego.org.
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Saturday 4/25 Adams Avenue Unplugged (2 Day Event) 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Adams Avenue is alive with music! This 2-day acoustic music fistival is primarily taking place within participating community restaurants and bars.However, two outdoor stages will be set up with food and craft vendors. If you're looking for a place to party, this is it! Anticipated Attendance: 20,000. Anticipated Participants: 150. Location: Adams Avenue Park (3491 Adams Ave.) ~ Hawley Street (between Adams Ave. & School St.) ~ School Street(between Hawley St. & Mansfield St.) ~ Mansfield. Street (between Adams Ave. & School St.) Host Organization: Adams Avenue Business Association. Internet: www.adamsavenueunplugged.com.
Sunday 4/26 Art Walk San Diego (2 Day Event) 11:00 am - 6:00 pm This festival showcases the works of visual and performing arts. Works are displayed throughout the streets and galleries of Little Italy. Music and dance performances are at the street corners. A special Kids Walk is held at Amici Park. Anticipated Attendance: 70,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: India Street (from Grape St. & Beech St.) ~ Fir Street (from Kettner Blvd. & State St.) ~ Date Street (from Kettner Blvd. & Union St.) ~ Cedar Street. . (from Kettner Blvd. & Union St.) ~ Beech Street (from Kettner Blvd. & State St.) ~ Amici Park (1789 State St.) Host Organization: Little Italy Association. Internet: www.artwalksandiego.org.
Sunday 4/26 Adams Avenue Unplugged (2 Day Event) 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Adams Avenue is alive with music! This 2-day acoustic music fistival is primarily taking place within participating community restaurants and bars.However, two outdoor stages will be set up with food and craft vendors. If you're looking for a place to party, this is it! Anticipated Attendance: 20,000. Anticipated Participants: 150. Location: Adams Avenue Park (3491 Adams Ave.) ~ Hawley Street (between Adams Ave. & School St.) ~ School Street(between Hawley St. & Mansfield St.) ~ Mansfield. Street (between Adams Ave. & School St.) Host Organization: Adams Avenue Business Association. Internet: www.adamsavenueunplugged.com.
May
Saturday 5/2 Fiesta de los Penasquitos 9:00 am - 5:00 pm A festival in Rancho Penasquitos invites residents and guests to come and enjoy a full day of music, food, drink, arts & carfts, carnival rides, a car show, and a Kids Pavilion. Guests can learn about Rancho Penasquitos by visiting the booths of local service organizations, businesses, and schools. Anticipated Attendance: 20,000. Anticipated Participants: 300. Location: Black Mountain Road (between Twin Trails Rd. & Carmel Mountain Rd.). Host Organization: Rancho de los Penasquitos Town Council. Internet: www.rpcouncil.com.
Saturday 5/2 San Diego Ho'oluale'a (2-Day Event) 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Come early to observe the Hawaiian greeting of the blowing of the conch shell. There will be hula dancing, music, a canoe display, craft shopping, storytelling, and divine foods. You can also learn the meaning of Hawaiian words. The theme is "Hawaii The Growth Of Our Kingdom". Anticipated Attendance: 5,000/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: East Mission Bay Park (De Anza Cove - 3000 North Mission Bay Dr.). Host Organization: Hui Lima Hana Elua. Internet: www.sdhoolaulea.com.
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Saturday 5/2 Fiesta Old Town Cinco De Mayo 2015 (2 Day Event) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm This Cinco de Mayo has it all! Highlights include carriage rides, pony rides, soccer matches, a petting zoo, chalk art, and a car show; plus music, food, drink, and merchandise. Be sure to see the horse riding & rope tricks and a special reenactment with mock cannons and gunfire. Anticipated Attendance: 50,000. Anticipated Participants: 1,000. Location: Old Town State Historical Park ~ San Diego Avenue (between Linwood St. & Twiggs St.) ~ Harney Street (between Congress St. & Juan St.) ~ Twiggs Stree. t. (between Congress St. & Juan St.) ~ Conde Street (between Congress St. & Juan St.) Host Organization: Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce. Internet: www.fiestaoldtown.com.
Saturday 5/2 Golden Triangle Art and Craft Beer Festival 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm This family event features jumpies, more than 100 local crafters and artists and a beer garden stocked with local produced beers and wines. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 150. Location: Nobel Recreation Center (8810 Judicial Dr.). Host Organization: La Jolla Golden Triangle Rotary Club. Internet: www.lajollagtrotary.org.
Saturday 5/2 Junior League of San Diego Food & Wine Festival 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Over 50 of San Diego's best restaurants and beverage purveyors will be offering exquisite bites and flavorful wines, brews, and spirits. An entertaining Kentucky Derby theme sets the mood for a wonderful afternoon. Women will be donning the fanciest of hats to celebrate the Runway for the Roses. Anticipated Attendance: 1,250. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Ellen Browning Scripps Park (1155 Coast Blvd.). Host Organization: Junior League of San Diego. Internet: www.jlsdfoodandwine.com.
Sunday 5/3 San Diego Ho'oluale'a (2-Day Event) 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Come early to observe the Hawaiian greeting of the blowing of the conch shell. There will be hula dancing, music, a canoe display, craft shopping, storytelling, and divine foods. You can also learn the meaning of Hawaiian words. The theme is "Hawaii The Growth Of Our Kingdom". Anticipated Attendance: 5,000/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: East Mission Bay Park (De Anza Cove - 3000 North Mission Bay Dr.). Host Organization: Hui Lima Hana Elua. Internet: www.sdhoolaulea.com.
Sunday 5/3 Fiesta Old Town Cinco De Mayo 2015 (2 Day Event) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm This Cinco de Mayo has it all! Highlights include carriage rides, pony rides, soccer matches, a petting zoo, chalk art, and a car show; plus music, food, drink, and merchandise. Be sure to see the horse riding & rope tricks and a special reenactment with mock cannons and gunfire. Anticipated Attendance: 50,000. Anticipated Participants: 1,000. Location: Old Town State Historical Park ~ San Diego Avenue (between Linwood St. & Twiggs St.) ~ Harney Street (between Congress St. & Juan St.) ~ Twiggs Stree. t. (between Congress St. & Juan St.) ~ Conde Street (between Congress St. & Juan St.) Host Organization: Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce. Internet: www.fiestaoldtown.com.
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Wednesday 5/6 INTA Block Party 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm This a non-publicized private event for convention goers. This is a block party with food, alcohol, and live entertainment. Anticipated Attendance: 3,500. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: 5th Avenue between J and L Streets, and K Street between 4th and 6th Avenues. Host Organization: McFarlane Promotions, Inc.. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 5/9 6th Annual Asian Cultural Festival 10:00 am - 6:00 pm When you come to this Asian cultural festival, you'll experience a full day of exceptional music and costumed dancing as well as martial arts and cooking demonstrations. In addition, there are carnival rides, community booths, and commercial booths. Anticipated Attendance: 5,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: Mira Mesa Community Park. Host Organization: National Asian American Coalition. Internet: www.naacoalition.org.
Saturday 5/9 San Diego American Indian Pow Wow (2 Day Event) 10:00 am - 5:00 pm A Native Indian Pow-Wow is happening in Balboa Park. It's an opportunity for Native Indians to share their rich heritage to the people of San Diego through drumming, dancing, singing, and storytelling. Tasty food and hand-made items such as beadwork, jewelry, and pottery are for sale. Anticipated Attendance: 2,200. Anticipated Participants: 250. Location: Balboa Park (Park Boulevard and Presidents Way). Host Organization: San Diego American Indian Health Center. Internet: Facebood: San Diego American Indian Pow Wow.
Saturday 5/9 57th OMBAC Beach Music Festival (Coming Out Party) 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm This event was created to give tribute to a POW from the Korean War as it is today. However, the event has grown into an adult (age 21+) beach bash with rock n' roll music, food, drink, and sand-dancing. Some people will be soaking up sun rays as others amuse themselves with beachy activities. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Mariner's Point located in Mission Bay Park. Host Organization: OMBAC. Internet: www.ombac.org.
Sunday 5/10 San Diego American Indian Pow Wow (2 Day Event) 10:00 am - 5:00 pm A Native Indian Pow-Wow is happening in Balboa Park. It's an opportunity for Native Indians to share their rich heritage to the people of San Diego through drumming, dancing, singing, and storytelling. Tasty food and hand-made items such as beadwork, jewelry, and pottery are for sale. Anticipated Attendance: 2,200. Anticipated Participants: 250. Location: Balboa Park (Park Boulevard and Presidents Way). Host Organization: San Diego American Indian Health Center. Internet: Facebood: San Diego American Indian Pow Wow.
- 11 - May
Saturday 5/16 Girl Scout Bridging Ceremony 8:30 am - 11:30 am The Girl Scout Bridging Ceremony celebrates when Girl Scouts move from one program grade level to another. The ceremony begins at the Organ Pavilionand ends on the southwest end of Cabrillo Bridge where Girl Scouts will celebrate the day with activities on the lawn. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Balboa Park (Organ Pavilion & Cabrillo Bridge). Host Organization: Girl Scouts San Diego. Internet: www.sdgirlscouts.org.
Saturday 5/16 North Park Festival of Arts 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Serra Mesa High School (5156 Santo Rd.) - Tierrasanta Blvd. - La Cuenta Dr. - Baroque Lane - Vista Grande Church (parking lot). Anticipated Attendance: 35,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: University Avenue (from 30th St. & 32nd St.) ~ Ohio Street (from University Ave. & 420' north) ~ Illinois Street & Iowa Streen (from University Ave. &. . 200' north) ~ Ray Street, 31st Street, Herman Street, Grim Street (from University Ave. & North Park Way) Host Organization: North Park Main Street. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 5/16 Reader Tacotopia 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join the San Diego Reader in its search to find the best taco in San Diego! Try signature tacos from more than 30 of San Diego's best restaurants as they compete for the "San Diego's Best Taco" award. There is live music and a full cash bar serving, beer, wine, and cocktails. Anticipated Attendance: 2000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: Goldetn Hill Park at 2590 Golden Hill Drive. Host Organization: San Deigo Reader. Internet: www.readertacotopia.com.
Sunday 5/17 SRCA 16th Annual Community Fair 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Kids Zone, and a Wine & Beer Garden. There are inflatables jumpers, mechanical swings, an obstacle course, and rides for preschoolers. The event concludes with a wonderful evening music concert. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 250. Location: Scripps Ranch Community Park (11454 Blue Cypress Rd.). Host Organization: Scripps Ranch Civic Association. Internet: www.scrippsranch.org.
Saturday 5/23 Ethnic Food Fair (2 Day Event) 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Follow the sound of music and the tempting aroma of foods to the little cottages that represent different countries of the Pacific. Then sit down for a picnic lunch while being entertained by costumed performers. Afterwards, you can nap on the grass or take a stroll through the park. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 350. Location: International Cottages located in Balboa Park. Host Organization: House of Pacific Relations. Internet: www.sdhpr.org.
- 12 - May
Sunday 5/24 105th Festa of the Holy Spirit (Parade) 9:00 am - 2:00 pm As a celebration of Pentecost Sunday, a parade containing floats and bands will proceed from the United Portuguese Hall to the Saint Agnes Church forHigh Mass and the crowning of Kings and Queens. Afterword, the parade will proceed back to the United Portuguese Hall for a festive celebration. Anticipated Attendance: 5,000. Anticipated Participants: 700. Location: United Portuguese Hall (2818 Avenida dePortugual) -Locust St. - Carlton St. - Evergreen St. - Saint Agnes Church (1140 Evergreen St.) and return to Pu. rtuguese Hall after High Mass. Host Organization: United Portuguese SES, Inc.. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 5/24 Ethnic Food Fair (2 Day Event) 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Follow the sound of music and the tempting aroma of foods to the little cottages that represent different countries of the Pacific. Then sit down for a picnic lunch while being entertained by costumed performers. Afterwards, you can nap on the grass or take a stroll through the park. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 350. Location: International Cottages located in Balboa Park. Host Organization: House of Pacific Relations. Internet: www.sdhpr.org.
Saturday 5/30 D6 Night Market 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm D6 Night Market is a modern adaptation of a traditional outdoor night market. Features include food, merchandise, live entertainment, a beer & wine garden, and a tea garden in a festival-type atmosphere. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Mira Mesa Community Park at 8575 New Salem Street. Host Organization: Mira Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Internet: www.D6nightmarket.com.
June
Thursday 6/4 Memorial Park Carnival (11-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Memorial Park to enjoy the thrill of awesome carnival rides andentertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: Memorial Park (Ocean View Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Friday 6/5 St. Spyridon Church Greek Festival (3 Day Event) 5:00 am - 10:00 pm Greek festivals offer a friendly atmosphere of lively music & dancing, wine & spirits, and offerings of delicious foods & pastries. You'll love it! There will also be imported merchandise that you might not find anywhere else. And, you can take a special tour of the St. Spyridon Church. Anticipated Attendance: 7,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: St. Spyridon Church (3655 Park Blvd.) ~ Indiana Street (between Cypress St. & Park Blvd.) ~ Cypress Street (between Park Blvd. & alley). Host Organization: St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church of San Diego. Internet: www.sdgreekfestival.com.
- 13 - June
Friday 6/5 2015 Philippine American Celebration (3 Day Event) 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm Enjoy traditional and contemporary music, dance, exhibitions, and hands-on activities at the 2015 Philippine American Celebration in Balboa Park! Local, national, and international artists will perform, and you can find a variety of food and merchandise vendors, a beer garden, and more. Anticipated Attendance: 15,000. Anticipated Participants: 2,000. Location: Organ Pavilion and House of Pacific Relations lawn area in Balboa Park. Host Organization: Council of Philippine American Organization. Internet: www.copao-sandiego.org.
Friday 6/5 Memorial Park Carnival (11-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Memorial Park to enjoy the thrill of awesome carnival rides andentertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: Memorial Park (Ocean View Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 6/6 2015 Philippine American Celebration (3 Day Event) 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Enjoy traditional and contemporary music, dance, exhibitions, and hands-on activities at the 2015 Philippine American Celebration in Balboa Park! Local, national, and international artists will perform, and you can find a variety of food and merchandise vendors, a beer garden, and more. Anticipated Attendance: 15,000. Anticipated Participants: 2,000. Location: Organ Pavilion and House of Pacific Relations lawn area in Balboa Park. Host Organization: Council of Pjhilippine American Organization. Internet: www.copao-sandiego.org.
Saturday 6/6 St. Spyridon Church Greek Festival (3-Day Event) 11:00 am - 10:00 pm Greek festivals offer a friendly atmosphere of lively music & dancing, wine & spirits, and offerings of delicious foods & pastries. You'll love it! There will also be imported merchandise that you might not find anywhere else. And, you can take a special tour of the St. Spyridon Church. Anticipated Attendance: 7,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: St. Spyridon Church (3655 Park Blvd.) ~ Indiana Street (between Cypress St. & Park Blvd.) ~ Cypress Street (between Park Blvd. & alley). Host Organization: St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church of San Diego. Internet: www.sdgreekfestival.com.
Saturday 6/6 Art Around Adams 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm A community art festival is happening along Adams Avenue where merchants proudly display their wares. It's all about art! Come and enjoy performingart, interactive art, display art, and the Sculpture Garden. The event also presents circus performances, a Kids Zone, and a community mural. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Adams Avenue (between Oregon St. & Vista St.). Host Organization: Alternative Healing Network. Internet: www.artaroundadams.com.
- 14 - June
Saturday 6/6 Memorial Park Carnival (11-Day Event) 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Memorial Park to enjoy the thrill of awesome carnival rides andentertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: Memorial Park (Ocean View Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: D & M Productions.. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 6/7 2015 Philippine American Celebration (3 Day Event) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Enjoy traditional and contemporary music, dance, exhibitions, and hands-on activities at the 2015 Philippine American Celebration in Balboa Park! Local, national, and international artists will perform, and you can find a variety of food and merchandise vendors, a beer garden, and more. Anticipated Attendance: 15,000. Anticipated Participants: 2,000. Location: Organ Pavilion and House of Pacific Relations lawn area in Balboa Park. Host Organization: Council of Philippine American Organization. Internet: www.copao-sandiego.org.
Sunday 6/7 RB Alive! Expo 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Rancho Bernardo is alive with a grand festival! Continuous music abounds on two stages as patrons shop from booth to booth. There's a Business Showcase, Cultural Center, Food Court, and a Kids Zone. The event also presents a car show and Free health screenings by doctors and nurses. Anticipated Attendance: 35,000. Anticipated Participants: 300. Location: Bernardo Center Drive (between Lomica Dr. & Bernardo Plaza Dr.). Host Organization: North San Diego Business Chamber. Internet: www.sdbusinesschamber.com.
Sunday 6/7 St. Spyridon Church Greek Festival (3-Day Event) 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Greek festivals offer a friendly atmosphere of lively music & dancing, wine & spirits, and offerings of delicious foods & pastries. You'll love it!There will also be imported merchandise that you might not find anywhere else. And, you can take a special tour of the St. Spyridon Church. Anticipated Attendance: 7,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: St. Spyridon Church (3655 Park Blvd.) ~ Indiana Street (between Cypress St. & Park Blvd.) ~ Cypress Street (between Park Blvd. & alley). Host Organization: St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church of San Diego. Internet: www.sdgreekfestival.com.
Sunday 6/7 Memorial Park Carnival (11-Day Event) 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Memorial Park to enjoy the thrill of awesome carnival rides andentertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: Memorial Park (Ocean View Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: D & M Productions.. Internet: Not available.
- 15 - June
Monday 6/8 Memorial Park Carnival (11-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Memorial Park to enjoy the thrill of awesome carnival rides andentertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: Memorial Park (Ocean View Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Tuesday 6/9 Memorial Park Carnival (11-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Memorial Park to enjoy the thrill of awesome carnival rides andentertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: Memorial Park (Ocean View Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Wednesday 6/10 Memorial Park Carnival (11-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Memorial Park to enjoy the thrill of awesome carnival rides andentertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: Memorial Park (Ocean View Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Thursday 6/11 Memorial Park Carnival (11-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Memorial Park to enjoy the thrill of awesome carnival rides andentertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: Memorial Park (Ocean View Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Friday 6/12 Memorial Park Carnival (11-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Memorial Park to enjoy the thrill of awesome carnival rides andentertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: Memorial Park (Ocean View Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
- 16 - June
Friday 6/12 City Heights Carnival Days (3 Day Event) 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 800. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: City Heights Park on Wightman. Host Organization: NCA Entertainment. Internet: www.sdcarnivalrides.com.
Saturday 6/13 Pyramid Precision Machine Company Picnic 10:00 am - 4:00 pm A private event for a company picnic that includes include games, children’s activities, barbequing, and a fenced-in beer garden. Anticipated Attendance: 200. Anticipated Participants: 20. Location: Crown Point Park in Mission Bay Park. Host Organization: Picnic People. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 6/13 Van - Go! 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Washington Elementary School presents "Van-Go," a community event in Little Italy. The event showcases the accomplishments and talents of STEAM enthusiasts with interactive experiences along with soapbox derby racing. Anticipated Attendance: 5,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: Amici Park, State, Date, and Fir Streets in Little Italy. Host Organization: Washington Elementary School Foundation. Internet: www.sdvango.org.
Saturday 6/13 Memorial Park Carnival (11-Day Event) 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Memorial Park to enjoy the thrill of awesome carnival rides andentertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: Memorial Park (Ocean View Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: D & M Productions.. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 6/13 City Heights Carnival Days 4:00 pm - 10:30 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 800. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: City Heights Park on Wightman Street. Host Organization: NCA Entertainment. Internet: www.sdcarnivalrides.com.
- 17 - June
Sunday 6/14 Memorial Park Carnival (11-Day Event) 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Memorial Park to enjoy the thrill of awesome carnival rides andentertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: Memorial Park (Ocean View Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: D & M Productions.. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 6/14 City Heights Carnival Days 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 800. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: City Heights Park on Wightman. Host Organization: NCA Entertainment. Internet: www.sdcarnivalrides.com.
Thursday 6/18 Mira Mesa Carnival (4 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Mira Mesa Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: Mira Mesa Park at 8575 New Salem Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Friday 6/19 Mira Mesa Carnival (4 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Mira Mesa Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: Mira Mesa Park at 8575 New Salem Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 6/20 Mass Creativity Day 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Mass Creativity Day demonstrates the power of the arts to foster careativity and communication across generational, cultural, and geographical boundaries. It's an all-day, all-age playday with hands-on workshops. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: West Island Avenue (between Front St. & Union St.) and the park across the street from the New Children's Museum. Host Organization: The New Children's Museum. Internet: www.thinkplaycreate.org.
- 18 - June
Saturday 6/20 Golden Hill-Balboa Park 1915 Expo Centennial Fest 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Come and celebrate Balboa Parks 1915 Expo Centennial Festival that includes a fenced-in beer garden, car exhibit, historic exhibit, kids’ village, food vendors, and entertainment! Anticipated Attendance: 7,500. Anticipated Participants: 250. Location: Golden Hill Park at 2590 Golden Hill Drive. Host Organization: Greater Golden Hill Communtiy Development Corp.. Internet: www.goldenhillcdc.org.
Saturday 6/20 Cooper Family Foundation Juneteenth Celebration 11:00 am - 6:30 pm Juneteenth celebrates Black Independence Day. It's a day of celebration with prayer and worship and gives recognition to community leaders. The event presents African history, drumming, and dancing and includes a Teen Stage, a Fun Zone, merchandise booths, light refreshments, and a talent show. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 3,000. Location: Imperial Avenue (between 29th St. & 30th St.). Host Organization: The Cooper Family Foundation. Internet: www.cfjuneteenth.com.
Saturday 6/20 Mira Mesa Carnival (4 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Mira Mesa Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: Mira Mesa Park at 8575 New Salem Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions.. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 6/21 Mira Mesa Carnival (4 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Mira Mesa Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: Mira Mesa Park at 8575 New Salem Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions.. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 6/27 36th OB Street Fair & Chili Cook-off Festival 10:00 am - 8:00 pm This beachside festival has it all! Just follow the aroma of hot chili and the sounds of rock, blues, and jazz. Nestled along Antique Row, the streets are lined with booths of food, art, and merchandise. There are games, rides, and raffles. Be sure to watch the super chili cook-off contest. Anticipated Attendance: 50,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: Newport Avenue (between Sunset Cliffs Blvd. & Abbott St.) ~ Abbott Street (between Newport Ave. & Santa Monica Ave.) ~ Bacon Street (between Santa Mo. n. ica Ave. & Niagara Ave.) ~ Cable Street (between Santa Monica Ave. & Niagara Ave.) ~ Veterans Plaza ~ Lifeguard Tower parking lot Host Organization: Ocean Beach MainStreet Association. Internet: www.oceanbeachsandiego.com.
July
- 19 - July
Friday 7/3 San Ysidro Independence Day at the Border 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm Residents in San Ysidro are celebrating Independence Day with a festival. Highlights include staged musical performances, a car show, food, and gamebooths. There's an activity area for children, and a beer garden for adults. The event concludes with an evening fireworks show. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 3,100. Location: Larson Athletic Field (455 Sycamore Rd. near the Cesar Chavez Recreation Center). Host Organization: San Ysidro Chamber of Commerce. Internet: www.sanysidrochamber.org.
Saturday 7/4 University City 4th of July Celebration 7:00 am - 9:00 pm The Independence Day celebration at Standley Park begins with a pancake breakfast and continues with music & dance, a bike & pet parade, photo scavenger hunt, field games, rock wall, merchandise, and a beer garden. The recreation center pool is open for swimming, so don't forget your swimsuit! Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Standley Park & Recreation Center - 35858 Governor Dr.) FREE Shuttle Service along Governor Dr. Host Organization: Standley Park Recreation Council. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 7/4 RB Spirit of the Fourth (Festival & Parade) 9:00 am - 10:00 pm In celebration of Independence Day, a patriotic festival is in full swing. Highlights include military displays, a veterans memorial, antique cars, food, art, games, a talent competition, a parade, and a fireworks show. Anticipated Attendance: 7,000. Anticipated Participants: 800. Location: Festival: Webb Park (near Bernardo Center Dr.) Parade: Acena Dr./Obispo Rd./Acena Dr./Rancho Bernardo Rd./Bernardo Center Dr./Lomica Dr. Host Organization: Spirit of the Fourth, Inc... Internet: www.spiritofthefourth.org.
Saturday 7/4 Mira Mesa Community 4th of July (Fun Day & Parade) 11:00 am - 10:00 pm In celebration of Independence Day, residents of Mira Mesa can have a fun day with local bands, skateboarding, a puppet show, carnival games/rides, food, merchandise, a patriotic parade, and a fireworks show synchronized to music on KYXY Radio. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: Fun Day (Mira Mesa Community Park - 8575 New Salem St.) ~ Fireworks(launched from the field at Mira Mesa High School-10510 Reagan Rd.). Host Organization: Mira Mesa Town Council. Internet: www.miramesatowncouncil.org.
Friday 7/10 Southcrest Carnival Days (3 Day Event) 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Southcrest Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 900. Anticipated Participants: 90. Location: Southcrest Community Park at 4149 Newton Avenue. Host Organization: NCA Entertainment. Internet: www.sdcarnivalrides.com.
- 20 - July
Friday 7/10 Southcrest Carnival Days (3 Day Event) 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Southcrest Community Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 900. Anticipated Participants: 90. Location: Southcrest Community Park at 4149 Newton Avenue. Host Organization: NCA Entertainment. Internet: www.sdcarnivalrides.com.
Friday 7/10 Playboy San Diego 2015 6:30 pm - 1:30 am A private invitation only event hosted by Playboy and held at Parq Night Club Anticipated Attendance: 1,200. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Parq Night Club at 615 Broadway in downtown San Diego. Host Organization: Playboy Magazine. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 7/11 Southcrest Carnival Days (3 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Southcrest Community Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 900. Anticipated Participants: 90. Location: Southcrest Community Park at 4149 Newton Avenue. Host Organization: NCA Entertainment. Internet: www/sdcarnivalrides.com.
Saturday 7/11 T-Town Oldies Rock & Roll Party 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm Find your poodle skirts and blue suede shoes! Come and enjoy the first “Old Time Rock & Roll Dance Party” in the Tierrasanta Community Park. The over21 event has music by the Rock Hounds, adult beverages, a beautiful San Diego evening and vintage cars! Anticipated Attendance: 300. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Tierrasanta Community Park at 11220 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard. Host Organization: Tierrasanta Foundation. Internet: www.tierrasantafoundation.org.
Sunday 7/12 Southcrest Carnival Days (3 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Southcrest Community Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 900. Anticipated Participants: 90. Location: Southcrest Community Park at 4149 Newton Avenue. Host Organization: NCA Entertainment. Internet: www/sdcarnivalrides.com.
- 21 - July
Friday 7/17 San Diego LGBT Pride Festival 2015 - Rally 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm San Diego Pride’s Spirit of Stonewall Rally is a time to recognize and honor leaders who are working hard to preserve the gains and meet the many challenges still facing the LGBT community. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: 20. Location: Martson Point in Balboa Park. Host Organization: San Diego LGBT Pride Inc.. Internet: www.sdpride.org.
Friday 7/17 Pride of Hillcrest Block Party 5:30 pm - 11:30 pm As a prelude to the upcoming LGBT Pride Parade & Festival events, an evening block party takes place that includes a flag raising ceremony, live entertainment, food, cocktails, dancing, and merchandise. Anticipated Attendance: 2,500. Anticipated Participants: 20. Location: University Avenue (between Normal St. & Richmond St.)/Normal Street (between University Ave. & Harvey Milk St.). Host Organization: Hillcrest Business Association. Internet: www.hillcrestcityfest.com.
Friday 7/17 Robert Egger-South Bay Rec Ctr Carnival (3 Days) 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 35. Location: South Bay Park and Rec Center at 1885 Coronado Avenue. Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: www.amusements.com.
Saturday 7/18 San Diego LGBT Pride Festival (2-Day Event) 10:00 am - 10:00 pm In a rainbow of color, visitors can enjoy multiple stages of fantastic entertainment, food & drink. There's a Garden with Pride Zone, Gaming Zone, Youth Zone, Kids Zone, wedding chapel, car show, dunk tank, rock wall, mechanical bull, and massage. A shuttle service is available. Anticipated Attendance: 35,000. Anticipated Participants: 800. Location: Balboa Park - Marston Point on the west side of the park near 6th Ave. & Laurel St. Host Organization: San Diego LGBT Pride, Inc.. Internet: www.sdpride.org.
Saturday 7/18 Rober Egger-South Bay Rec Ctr Carnival (3 Days) 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 35. Location: South Bay PArk and Rec Center at 1885 Coronado Avenue. Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: www.amusements.com.
- 22 - July
Saturday 7/18 Masterpiece - Patrons of the Prado 2015 Gala 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm This is the annual fundraiser benefiting the Balboa Park museums and celebrating the centennial of the Panama-California Exposition. The event includes cocktails, canapes, dinner, a live aution, and entertainment. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: The Organ Pavilion in Balboa Park. Host Organization: Patrons of the Prado. Internet: www.patronsoftheprado.org.
Sunday 7/19 San Diego LGBT Pride Festival (2-Day Event) 10:00 am - 8:00 pm In a rainbow of color, visitors can enjoy multiple stages of fantastic entertainment, food & drink. There's a Garden with Pride Zone, Gaming Zone, Youth Zone, Kids Zone, wedding chapel, car show, dunk tank, rock wall, mechanical bull, and massage. A shuttle service is available. Anticipated Attendance: 35,000. Anticipated Participants: 800. Location: Balboa Park - Marston Point on the west side of the park near 6th Ave. & Laurel St. Host Organization: San Diego LGBT Pride, Inc.. Internet: www.sdpride.org.
Sunday 7/19 Rober Egger-South Bay Rec Ctr Carnival (3 Days) 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 35. Location: South Bay PArk and Rec Center at 1885 Coronado Avenue. Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: www.amusements.com.
Thursday 7/23 Esri 2015 User Conference Closing Party 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm A party for conference attendees that includes food, drinks, performances, activity zone, and entertainment. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: The County's Waterfront Park, Harbor Drive between Grape and Ash Streets, and port properties. Host Organization: Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.. Internet: www.esri.com.
Saturday 7/25 Fiesta del Sol San Diego (2-Day Event) 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm It's a lively cultural festival for all ages to enjoy. There'll be concert-level performances, fun activities, plenty of merchandise, and food; plusresource booths offering information on health, education, civic engagement, and green technology. Anticipated Attendance: 11,000. Anticipated Participants: 400. Location: Logan Avenue between Cesar Chavez Parkway & South 26th St. Host Organization: Justice Overcoming Boundaries. Internet: www.festadelsolsandiego.org.
- 23 - July
Saturday 7/25 Hess Fest - Hess Brewing 2nd Anniversary Party 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Amid rock music, Hess Fest is offering samplings of brewed beer and tastings from gourmet eateries. There will be brew tasting and eatery tents. Your adimssion gives you a souvenir taster glass, 2-oz. brew samples, and complementary food samples. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: 60. Location: Grim Avenue between University Ave. & North Park Way. Host Organization: SD Music Foundation. Internet: www.mikehessbrewing.com.
Sunday 7/26 North PB Sip N Stroll 11:30 am - 4:30 pm A community street fair in Pacific Beach showcases local businesses and provides patrons with an opportunity to sample beer & wine. In addition, there will be musical entertainment, food booths, a boutique area for shoppers, and an area where children can have fun. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Cass Street between Loring St. & Opal St. Host Organization: Spangler Event Productions. Internet: www.sipnstrollpb.com.
Sunday 7/26 Fiesta del Sol San Diego (2-Day Event) 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm It's a lively cultural festival for all ages to enjoy. There'll be concert-level performances, fun activities, plenty of merchandise, and food; plusresource booths offering information on health, education, civic engagement, and green technology. Anticipated Attendance: 11,000. Anticipated Participants: 400. Location: Logan Avenue between Cesar Chavez Parkway & South 26th St. Host Organization: Justice Overcoming Boundaries. Internet: www.festadelsolsandiego.org.
August
Saturday 8/1 26th Annual Clairemont Family Day 8:00 am - 6:00 pm A festival in Clairemont offers residents a full day of fun. There is food, merchandise, musical entertainment, games, pony rides, carnival rides, and a car show. Be sure to bring your swimsuit because the recreation center pool allows free swimming all day. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: South Clairemont Park at 3605 Clairemont Dr. Host Organization: South Clairemont Recreation Council. Internet: www.clairemontfamilyday.com.
Sunday 8/9 Private Event - SDFD Family Picnic 10:00 am - 5:00 pm A private picnic event for SDFD families that includes a caterred lunch, a beer garden, and entertainment. Anticipated Attendance: 600. Anticipated Participants: 60. Location: Crown Point Park in Mission Bay Park. Host Organization: San Diego Fire Department Sports Club. Internet: Not available.
- 24 - August
Sunday 8/9 Hillcrest CityFest 11:00 am - 11:30 pm This popular festival showcases urban living. There's staged entertainment, a carnival with rides & games, merchandise, a beer garden, and a dance party. Other highlights include a dunk tank, mechanical bull rides, craft activities, and a water mist cool-off zone. You'll have a blast of fun! Anticipated Attendance: 100,000. Anticipated Participants: 300. Location: 5th Avenue between University Ave. & Brooks St. Host Organization: Hillcrest Business Association. Internet: www.hillcrestcityfest.com.
Saturday 8/15 75th Anniversary Birthday Party for El Indio 11:00 am - 3:00 pm El Indio has been with us for 75 years! Come celebrate with mariachis, folklorico dancers, food and drinks! Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: 3695 India Stree and patio across the street. Host Organization: El Indio. Internet: www.elindiosandiego.com.
Saturday 8/15 Ferragosta 2015/Pompeii 5:00 pm - 11:59 pm Enjoy a Pompeii themed gala that includes fantasy settings, circus rides, non-stop live entertainment, andfabulous food from San Diego’s finest restaurants. Don your toga and sandals and join the fun! Anticipated Attendance: 900. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Amici Park/West Date Street in Little Itay. Host Organization: Little Italy Association of San Diego. Internet: www.ferragostoSD.org.
Thursday 8/20 Mira Mesa Festival of Beers 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Beer lovers are coming to Mira Mesa to sample craft beers from local breweries where patron (age 21+) can sample up to 18 different beers of their choice. It's a lively event in a party atmosphere where you can meet and mingle amid music, dancing, food and beer. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Mira Mesa Community Park at 8575 New Salem St. Host Organization: Mira Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Internet: www.miramesabeerfest.com.
Thursday 8/20 LPA 50th Anniversary Open House 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm A private, invite-only event celebrating LPA's 50th annivesary. This is an open house with food, drinks, and entertainment. Anticipated Attendance: 250. Anticipated Participants: 25. Location: 131 14th Street. Host Organization: LPA inc. Internet: www.lpainc.com.
- 25 - August
Saturday 8/22 2015 Scripps Health Party at the Park 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm This is a Pre-Padre Game Block Party for Scripps Health employees and clients. Activities include food, beverage, dancing, DJ, rock wall, inflatables, and other games. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: J Street between 7th and 10th Avenues/Park at the Park. Host Organization: San Diego Padres. Internet: Not available.
Thursday 8/27 Taste at the Cove 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Pampered guests can indulge in delicious taste and toast complements from the finest local restaurants while watching a tasteful fashion & lingerie show. Other highlights include music, dancing, and live & silent auctions. Proceeds benefit the San Diego Sports Medicine Foundation. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Ellen Browning Scripps Park - 1180 Coast Blvd. Host Organization: San Diego Sports Medicine Foundation. Internet: www.tasteatthecove.com.
Friday 8/28 Verano 2015/Summer 2015 (3 Day Event 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Come and enjoy an outreach celebration event that includes food, entertainment, and a low rider car show. Anticipated Attendance: 350. Anticipated Participants: 20. Location: Precision Park Lane in San Ysidro. Host Organization: Victory Outreach San Ysidro. Internet: www.avsy.org.
Saturday 8/29 Better a Block 10:00 am - 2:00 pm A family friendly community block party is happening in Southcrest. Neighbors can enjoy food, entertainment, community resources, a kids zone - and visit with Mayor Faulconer and Police Chief Shelley Zimmerman! Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: 38th Street between Boston and National Avenues. Host Organization: One San Diego. Internet: www.1sandiego.org.
Saturday 8/29 Dynaelectric Company Picnic 10:00 am - 4:00 pm A private company picnic event that includes games, children’s activities, barbequing, and a fenced-in beer garden that would occur at Crown Point Park. Anticipated Attendance: 300. Anticipated Participants: 40. Location: Crown Point Park in Mission Bay Park. Host Organization: Picnic People. Internet: Not available.
- 26 - August
Saturday 8/29 Verano 2015/Summer 2015 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Come and enjoy an outreach celebration event that includes food, entertainment, and a low rider car show at the Victory Outreach Church in San Ysidro. Anticipated Attendance: 350. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Precision Park Lane in San Ysidro. Host Organization: Victory Outreach San Ysidro. Internet: www.avsy.org.
Saturday 8/29 Imperial Avenue Street Festival 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm The festival grooves to the sounds of live music from multiple stages. Browse the offerings of 4 blocks of local artists, crafts and enjoy gourmet food and beverages. Columbian to Cajun, paintings to pottery, old favorites and new directions, the Imperial Avenue Street Festival is not to be missed. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 250. Location: Imperial Avenue between 28th and 30th Streets. Host Organization: BAME Renaissance CDC. Internet: www.imperialavenuestreetfest.com.
Saturday 8/29 El Cerrito Block Party 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm This neighborhood block party includes canopies, tables, children’s activities, barbequing, and entertainment for the El Cerrito neighborhood. Anticipated Attendance: 250. Anticipated Participants: 25. Location: East Overlook Dr ive/Corinth Street. Host Organization: Neighbors. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 8/30 Verano 2015/Summer 2015 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Come and enjoy an outreach celebration event that includes food, entertainment, and a low rider car show at the Victory Outreach Church in San Ysidro. Anticipated Attendance: 350. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Precision Park Lane in San Ysidro. Host Organization: Vitory Outreach San Ysidro. Internet: www.avsy.org.
September
Saturday 9/5 Hormel Black Label Bacon Fest 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm The 2nd annual bacon fest is designed for bacon enthusiasts age 21+. Guests receive delicious samplings of bacon-inspired foods prepared by top chefsand delightful beverages from local breweries, wineries, and distilleries. Music selections are soul, blues, and contemporary rock. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Liberty Station (Preble FIeld at NTC Park). Host Organization: It's All About The Kids Foundation. Internet: www.sdbaconfest.com.
- 27 - September
Friday 9/11 Douglas Wilson C0mpanies Annual Summer Picnic 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm A private company picnic that includes games, children’s activities, food service, and a fenced-in beer garden at Crown Point Park. Anticipated Attendance: 75. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Southern portion of Crown Point Park in Mission Bay Park. Host Organization: Douglas Wilson Companies. Internet: www.douglaswilson.com.
Saturday 9/12 Teamsters Picnic 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Private event for a company picnic Anticipated Attendance: 700. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: De Anza Cove Park in Mission Bay Park. Host Organization: Picnic People. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 9/13 Brazilian Day San Diego 2015 (Festival & Parade) 11:00 am - 7:00 pm A fantastic festival in Pacific Beach showcases the culture of Brazil. The contagious drum percussion, moving rhythms, fascinating dances, exotic foods, and hand-made crafts make it a festival to remember. Watch a parade with a lineup of colorful costumes, dance movements, and marching groups. Anticipated Attendance: 20,000. Anticipated Participants: 1,000. Location: Pacific Beach (Garnet Ave. between Mission Blvd. & Dawes St.). Host Organization: Capoeira Institute. Internet: www.braziliandaysandiego.com.
Monday 9/14 Single Fin Surf Grill Picnic 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm A private picnic event for Single Fin Surf Grill employees and patrons happens at the beach area at the end of Sunset Court in Mission Beach. Anticipated Attendance: 150. Anticipated Participants: 40. Location: Beach area at the end of Sunset Court in Mission Beach. Host Organization: Single Fin Surf Grill. Internet: www.singelfinsd.com.
Friday 9/18 San Diego Bayfair (Festival) (3-Day Event) 6:00 am - 6:00 pm For enjoyment at the San Diego Bayfair thunderboat races, this festival offers freestyle demonstrations, interactive displays, RV camping, live music, food, cocktails, merchandise, and powerboat memorabilia. This event is in conjunction with the "San Diego Bayfair Powerboat Races". Anticipated Attendance: 25,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: West Mission Bay (Crown Point). Host Organization: Thunderboats Unlimited Club. Internet: www.sandiegobayfair.org.
- 28 - September
Saturday 9/19 Mira Mesa Street Fair 10:00 am - 5:00 pm It's a fun community festival that brings neighbors together to learn about local businesses, community groups, service providers, schools, and charities. The event includes stage shows, jumpers, a dunk tank, beer garden, food, merchandise, a library book sale, and police & fire displays. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: Camino Ruiz (between Mira Mesa Blvd. & New Salem St.). Host Organization: Mira Mesa Town Council. Internet: www.miramesatowncouncil.org.
Saturday 9/19 Diamond Street Festival 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Grab an friend and come to the Diamond Street Festival for arts, culture, health, wellness, food, a kids' zone, a custom car show, and entertainment! Anticipated Attendance: 8,000. Anticipated Participants: 800. Location: Market Street between Euclid Avenue and 54th Street. Host Organization: Diamond Business Association Inc.. Internet: www.sdbd.org.
Friday 9/25 The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park (38-Day Event) 7:00 pm - 11:59 pm A haunted forest in the darkness of night is beckoning you to come and walk upon its trail. Are you ready to walk amid eerie sounds and lurking shadows where eyes glow in the dark and creepy fingers reach out for you? Hang onto the rope! You don't want to get lost in this forest! Anticipated Attendance: 25,000. Anticipated Participants: 60. Location: Balboa Park - Marston Point and along Balboa Dr. near Juniper St. Host Organization: The Haunted Trail San Diego LLC. Internet: www.hauntedtrail.net.
Saturday 9/26 Pacific Islander Festival (2-Day Event) 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Island music can be heard at a colorful festival that celebrates Polynesian, Micronesian, and Melanesian culture. Traditional costmed dance performers, tantalizing foods, crafts, and displays of artifacts are there for you to enjoy. This is the perfect event to wear your flowered island clothing. Anticipated Attendance: 20,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: West Mission Bay Park (Ski Beach). Host Organization: The Pacific Islander Festival Association. Internet: www.pifasandiego.com.
Saturday 9/26 34th Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair (2-Day Event) 10:00 am - 7:00 pm This popular festival has seven stages and 90 musical performances of rock, blues, folk, and jazz. Art, food, and craft vendors number about 300. You can also go on carnival rides and visit the beer garden. Take your time to enjoy it all; the event is for two full days. Anticipated Attendance: 80,000. Anticipated Participants: 400. Location: Adams Avenue between 32nd St. & 35th St. ~ cross streets Bancroft St., 33rd St., Felton St., 34th St., Hawley Blvd., Mansfield St., School St. ~ Adams. Avenue Park at 3491 Adams Ave. Host Organization: Adams Avenue Business Association. Internet: www.adamsavenuebusiness.com.
- 29 - September
Saturday 9/26 Tour de Fat 11:00 am - 5:30 pm Tour de Fat is a national traveling festival that promotes the use of bicycles as a sustainable form of transportation. It begins with a bike parade and continues with a festival offering lively entertainment, tasty food, beer, and merchandise. Bring your bike and mingle with other cyclists. Anticipated Attendance: 7,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: Golden Hill Park at 2600 Golf Course Dr. Host Organization: New Belgium Brewing Co.. Internet: www.newbelgium.com.
Sunday 9/27 Pacific Islander Festival (2-Day Event) 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Island music can be heard at a colorful festival that celebrates Polynesian, Micronesian, and Melanesian culture. Traditional costmed dance performers, tantalizing foods, crafts, and displays of artifacts are there for you to enjoy. This is the perfect event to wear your flowered island clothing. Anticipated Attendance: 20,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: West Mission Bay Park (Ski Beach). Host Organization: The Pacific Islander Festival Association. Internet: www.pifasandiego.com.
Sunday 9/27 34th Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair (2-Day Event) 10:00 am - 7:00 pm This popular festival has seven stages and 90 musical performances of rock, blues, folk, and jazz. Art, food, and craft vendors number about 300. You can also go on carnival rides and visit the beer garden. Take your time to enjoy it all; the event is for two full days. Anticipated Attendance: 80,000. Anticipated Participants: 400. Location: Adams Avenue between 32nd St. & 35th St. ~ cross streets Bancroft St., 33rd St., Felton St., 34th St., Hawley Blvd., Mansfield St., School St. ~ Adams. Avenue Park at 3491 Adams Ave. Host Organization: Adams Avenue Business Association. Internet: www.adamsavenuebusiness.com.
October
Friday 10/2 Fashion Week San Diego 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Fashion Week San Diego is an industry recognized world class fashion week showcasing emerging designers from San Diego and from around the world. Anticipated Attendance: 850. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Wall Street in La Jolla. Host Organization: Fashion Week San Diego. Internet: www.fashionweeksd.com.
Saturday 10/3 Pacific Beachfest 8:00 am - 7:00 pm It's a beach party! So, put on your swimsuit and head to the beach. There's live music, sand dancing, beach volleyball, a surf contest, professionalskateboarding, and a 5K run. You can shop along the beachfront, stop for lunch or have a beer. A bouncer keeps the kids busy. Anticipated Attendance: 15,000. Anticipated Participants: 600. Location: Ocean Ave. between Grand Ave. & Thomas St./Garnet Ave., Hornblend St., Grand Ave., Thomas St. between Mission Blvd. & the boardwalk./Felspar St. betw. een alley & boardwalk/on the beach between Felspar St. & Reed St. Host Organization: Discover Pacific Beach. Internet: www.pacificbeachfest.com.
- 30 - October
Saturday 10/3 Maker Fair San Diego 10:00 am - 6:00 pm The Maker Fair is a gathering of tech enthusiasts, crafters, tinkerers, hobbiests, engineers, artists, and authors for them to showcase what they have made and learmed. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: Bea Evenson Fountain/El Prado/Botanical Buiding lawn/HPR lawn/Federal lawn/Palisades Lot South in Balboa Park. Host Organization: Balboa Park Cultural Partnership. Internet: sdmakerfair.org.
Saturday 10/3 WestAir Company Picnic 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Celebrating our 45th year in business, this company picnic is to thank our dedicated employees Anticipated Attendance: 395. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Kate Sessions Park in Pacific Beach. Host Organization: WestAir Gases & Equipment. Internet: www.westairgases.com.
Saturday 10/3 San Diego Library Annual Celebration 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Celebrate the two-year anniversary of the Central Library! Explore San Diego’s most sought-after venue in literary-themed areas. Enjoy breath-taking views, wonderful food, creative libations, complimentary parking and internationally-recognized musical acts. Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: San Diego Central Library located at 330 Park Boulevard. Host Organization: San Diego Public Library Foundation. Internet: www.supportmylibrary.org.
Saturday 10/3 San Diego Library Annual Celebration 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm San Deigo Central Library's 2nd annual fundraising celebration includes a red carpet walk from Tailgate Parking Lot to the 11th Avenue library entrance. The event features breath-taking views, wonderful food, creative libations, complimentary parking and internationally-recognized musical acts. Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated Participants: 40. Location: San Diego Central Library at 330 Park Boulevard. Host Organization: San Diego Public Library Foundation. Internet: www.supportmylibrary.org.
Saturday 10/3 Fashion Week San Diego 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Fashion Week San Diego is an industry recognized world class fashion week showcasing emerging designers from San Diego and from around the world. Anticipated Attendance: 850. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Wall Street in La Jolla. Host Organization: Fashion Week San Diego. Internet: www.fashionweeksd.com.
- 31 - October
Saturday 10/3 NACAC Block Party 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm Private event for a corporate block party. Anticipated Attendance: 1,500. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: J St. between 4th and 5th Avenues. Host Organization: McFarlane Promotions, Inc.. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 10/4 Maker Fair San Diego 10:00 am - 6:00 pm The Maker Fair is a gathering of tech enthusiasts, crafters, tinkerers, hobbiests, engineers, artists, and authors for them to showcase what they have made and learmed. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 500. Location: Bea Evenson Fountain/El Prado/Botanical Buiding lawn/HPR lawn/Federal lawn/Palisades Lot South in Balboa Park. Host Organization: Balboa Park Cultural Partnership. Internet: sdmakerfair.org.
Friday 10/9 Ocean Beach Oktoberfest (Band Jam) (2-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm As a prelude to the Oktoberfest event tomorrow, adults (age 21+) can enjoy a Band Jam! It'll take place in the late afternoon and evening hours. Guests can indulge in a joyous mix of Bavarian, rock, and jazz music. The beer garden is open and the music is playing. Bring your friends! Anticipated Attendance: 5,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Ocean Beach Pier parking lot (Newport Ave. & Abbott St.). Host Organization: Ocean Beach Main Street Association. Internet: www.oceanbeachsandiego.com.
Friday 10/9 Polish Festival San Diego (3-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Today's event is for adults (age 21+). It's a tribute to Polish culture complete with music, singing, dancing, imported Polish beer, and souvenirs (pottery & amber jewelry). Delicous Polish food is served; sausage, piergies, golmbkis (stuffed cabbage), and bingos (hunter's stew). Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: St. Maximilian Kolbe R.C. Polish Mission parking lot at 1735 Grand Ave. Host Organization: St.Maximilian Kolbe R.C. Polish Mission. Internet: www.polishmission.org.
Saturday 10/10 Ocean Beach Oktoberfest (Band Jam) (2-Day Event) 9:00 am - 10:00 pm As a prelude to the Oktoberfest event tomorrow, adults (age 21+) can enjoy a Band Jam! It'll take place in the late afternoon and evening hours. Guests can indulge in a joyous mix of Bavarian, rock, and jazz music. The beer garden is open and the music is playing. Bring your friends! Anticipated Attendance: 5,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Ocean Beach Pier parking lot (Newport Ave. & Abbott St.). Host Organization: Ocean Beach Main Street Association. Internet: www.oceanbeachsandiego.com.
- 32 - October
Saturday 10/10 21st Annual Little Italy Festa (2-Day Event) 10:00 am - 10:00 pm The event today is a prelude to the Little Italy Festa. Today, you can watch talented chalk artists create amazing chalk art on the sidewalk knownas Gesso Italiano. You can also shop at the Mercato (outdoor market). In the evening, an Italian film will be shown outside on a large screen. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000. Anticipated Participants: 400. Location: Chalk Art (Date Street between India St. & Front St.) ~ Film Presentation (Amici Park at State St. & Date St.). Host Organization: Little Italy Association of San Diego. Internet: www.littleitalyfestasd.com.
Saturday 10/10 La Jolla Art & Wine Festival (2-Day Event) 10:00 am - 7:00 pm An upscale festival in La Jolla presents over 150 artists selling their creations. Live acoustic music stimulates a pleasing atmosphere as visitors go from booth to booth looking for special art treasures. The event also includes a circus, chalk art, beer garden, food court, and a silent auction. Anticipated Attendance: 20,000. Anticipated Participants: 400. Location: Girard Avenue (between Torrey Pines Rd. & Prospect Ave.) ~ Silverado Street (between north & south alleys) ~ Wall Street (between Girard Ave. & alley). Host Organization: La Jolla Art & Wine Festival. Internet: www.ljawf.com.
Saturday 10/10 Polish Festival San Diego (3-Day Event) 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm Today, the event is for all ages. It's a tribute to Polish culture complete with music, singing, dancing, imported Polish beer, and souvenirs (pottery & amber jewelry). Delicous Polish food is served; sausage, piergies, golmbkis (stuffed cabbage), and bingos (hunter's stew). Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: St. Maximilian Kolbe R.C. Polish Mission parking lot at 1735 Grand Ave. Host Organization: St. Maximilian Kolbe R.C. Polish Mission. Internet: www.polishmission.org.
Saturday 10/10 7th Annual Oktoberfest by EdUCate 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm In addition to a feast of German food, beer, and music, there are contests, games, and activities that will keep everyone amused all afternoon. If you're up to it, try to climb the climbing wall. You can ride the Old Town Trolley to go to and from the event. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: Standley Park & Recreation Center at 3585 Governor Dr. Host Organization: EdUCate UC Foundation for Public Schools. Internet: www.uc-educate.org.
Saturday 10/10 Tierrasanta Oktoberfest 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm Oktoberfest originated in Germany as a celebration of the harvest when crops are gathered from the fields. Come and enjoy a Bavarian Oktoberfest in the company of a happy crowd with delicious German food & beer, polka music, and yodeling. The event concludes with a fireworks show. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Tierrasanta Park & Recreation Center at 11220 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. Host Organization: Kiwanis Club of Tierrasanta. Internet: www.tierrasantakiwanis.org.
- 33 - October
Saturday 10/10 BraveCort Brew Fest 2015 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm The BraveCort Brew Fest will rock La Jolla, taking over the Wine & Beer Garden at the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival with an evening filled with San Diego's finest craft beers and live music! Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: 60. Location: Girard Avenue between silverado and Wall Streets. Host Organization: BraveCort. Internet: www.bravecort.com.
Sunday 10/11 21st Annual Little Italy Festa (2-Day Event) 10:00 am - 6:00 pm The event today is a prelude to the Little Italy Festa. Today, you can watch talented chalk artists create amazing chalk art on the sidewalk known asGesso Italiano. You can also shop at the Mercato (outdoor market). In the evening, an Italian film will be shown outside on a large screen. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000. Anticipated Participants: 400. Location: Chalk Art (Date Street between India St. & Front St.) ~ Film Presentation (Amici Park at State St. & Date St.). Host Organization: Little Italy Association of San Diego. Internet: www.littleitalyfestasd.com.
Sunday 10/11 La Jolla Art & Wine Festival (2-Day Event) 10:00 am - 6:00 pm An upscale festival in La Jolla presents over 150 artists selling their creations. Live acoustic music stimulates a pleasing atmosphere as visitors go from booth to booth looking for special art treasures. The event also includes a circus, chalk art, beer garden, food court, and a silent auction. Anticipated Attendance: 20,000. Anticipated Participants: 400. Location: Girard Avenue (between Torrey Pines Rd. & Prospect Ave.) ~ Silverado Street (between north & south alleys) ~ Wall Street (between Girard Ave. & alley). Host Organization: La Jolla Art & Wine Festival. Internet: www.ljawf.com.
Sunday 10/11 Polish Festival San Diego (3-Day Event) 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Today, the event is for all ages. It's a tribute to Polish culture complete with music, singing, dancing, imported Polish beer, and souvenirs (pottery & amber jewelry). Delicous Polish food is served; sausage, piergies, golmbkis (stuffed cabbage), and bingos (hunter's stew). Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: St. Maximilian Kolbe R.C. Polish Mission parking lot at 1735 Grand Ave. Host Organization: St. Maximilian Kolbe R.C. Polish Mission. Internet: www.polishmission.org.
Saturday 10/17 Del Sur Fall Festival 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm It’s the Del Sur Fall Festival for all Del Sur residents! Come and enjoy rides, games, a petting zoo, live bands, a beer garden and more in the Village Green Park. Get all dressed up for the festival – it’s just a better day when you’re in costume! Anticipated Attendance: 2,500. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: The Village Green on Paseo Del Sur. Host Organization: Del Sur Community Sevices Council. Internet: www.delsurcsc.org/.
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Saturday 10/17 Talmadge Block Party 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Talmadge residents are invited to the block party featuring live music, community booths, food, kids' and adults' activities, prizes, contests, and more! Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated Participants: 25. Location: 4600 block of Euclide Avenue. Host Organization: Talmadge Block Party Committee. Internet: www.talmadgeblockparty.com.
Friday 10/23 South Bay Recreation Center Carnival (3 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 35. Location: Rober Egger Sr./South Bay Recreation Center at 1885 Coronado Avenue. Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: Not available.
Friday 10/23 Rancho Penasquitos Recreation Council Oktoberfest 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Come hungry for a feast of German foods (bratwurst sausage, red cabbage, sauerkraut, potato salad, coleslaw, roll, apple strudel) and spirits from the Biergarten. Then, get ready for exciting fun by learning Bavarian folk dances and instruction in yodeling. It's a load of fun! Anticipated Attendance: 300. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Hilltop Community Park at 9711 Ovledo Way. Host Organization: Rancho Penasquitos Recreation Council. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 10/24 South Bay Recreation Center Carnival (3 Day Event) 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 35. Location: Robert Egger Sr./South Bay Recreation Center at 1885 Coronado Avenue. Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 10/25 South Bay Recreation Center Carnival (3 Day Event) 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Robert Egger Recreation Center where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 35. Location: Robert Egger Sr./South Bay Recreation Center at 1885 Coronado Avenue. Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. Internet: Not available.
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Thursday 10/29 Linda Vista Carnival (4 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Linda Vista Park and enjoy the thrill of spinning carnival rides, entertaining carnival games, and food. All ages are sure to have a good time. Bring your friends! Bring a date! Bring the kids! Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: 7065 Levant Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Friday 10/30 Linda Vista Carnival (4 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Linda Vista Park and enjoy the thrill of spinning carnival rides and entertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Bring your friends! Bring a date! Bring the kids! Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Linda Vista Park at 7064 Levant Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 10/31 Linda Vista Carnival (4 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Linda Vista Park and enjoy the thrill of spinning carnival rides, entertaining carnival games, and food. All ages are sure to have a good time. Bring your friends! Bring a date! Bring the kids! Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: 7064 Levant Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 10/31 Monster Bash 2015 6:00 pm - 11:59 pm This adult (age 21+) Halloween block party offers a costume contest with a whopping $5K cash prize! So, wear your best costume and let come alive! There's plenty of bewitching cocktails, ghoulish food, and monster music. Enjoy the Go-Go dancers and stilt walkers as you wiggle through the crowd. Anticipated Attendance: 5,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: Island Avenue (between 6th Ave. & 8th Ave.) ~ 6th Avenue (between J St. & Market St.) ~ 7th Avenue (between J St. & Market St.). Host Organization: Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation. Internet: www.eastvillagesandiego.com.
Saturday 10/31 Clairemont Church of God Fall Festival 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Clairemont Church of God is offering a safe and fun Halloween for community children as an alternative from going door to door for treats. There aregames, a magic show, an inflatable slide, cricature artist, and snack food. The Trunks of Treats are decorated cars filled with candy for children. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 25. Location: Clairemont Church of God at 4955 Conrad Ave. Host Organization: Clairemont Church of God. Internet: www.my ccog.org.
November
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Sunday 11/1 Linda Vista Carnival (4 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Linda Vista Park and enjoy the thrill of spinning carnival rides, entertaining carnival games, and food. All ages are sure to have a good time. Bring your friends! Bring a date! Bring the kids! Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: 7064 Levant Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Monday 11/2 Old Town San Diego Dia de los Muertos 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm A special Hispanic celebration takes place as the spirits of loved ones return to earth to celebrate with friends and family. You can tour decorated alters around Old Town and join an evening candelight procession that travels from the State Park to the Campo Santo Cemetery. Anticipated Attendance: 30,000. Anticipated Participants: 300. Location: Old Town State Park ~ San Diego Avenue (between Twiggs St. & Artista St.) ~ El Campo Santo Cemetery. Host Organization: Save Our Heritage Organization. Internet: www.sddayofthedead.org.
Thursday 11/5 Memorial Park Carnival (11 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Memorial Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Memorial Park at30th Street and Oceanview Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Friday 11/6 Memorial Park Carnival (11 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Memorial Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Memorial Park at30th Street and Oceanview Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 11/7 Memorial Park Carnival (11 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Memorial Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Memorial Park at 30th Street and Oceanview Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
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Sunday 11/8 So Fine on Kline 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church is hosting a community family festival. Those who come can enjoy a full day of wholesome entertainment. Highlights include rock n' roll music, game booths, a bake sale, barbequed food, beer, and a kids zone with an inflatable slide and jump house. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Kline Street between Herchel St. & Girard Ave. Host Organization: Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church. Internet: www.marystarlajolla.org.
Sunday 11/8 Memorial Park Carnival (11 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Memorial Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Memorial Park at 30th Street and Oceanview Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Monday 11/9 Memorial Park Carnival (11 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Memorial Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Memorial Park at30th Street and Oceanview Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Tuesday 11/10 Memorial Park Carnival (11 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Memorial Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Memorial Park at30th Street and Oceanview Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Wednesday 11/11 Memorial Park Carnival (11 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Memorial Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Memorial Park at30th Street and Oceanview Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
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Thursday 11/12 Memorial Park Carnival (11 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Memorial Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Memorial Park at30th Street and Oceanview Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Friday 11/13 Memorial Park Carnival (11 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Memorial Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Memorial Park at30th Street and Oceanview Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 11/14 Memorial Park Carnival (11 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Memorial Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Memorial Park at 30th Street and Oceanview Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 11/15 Memorial Park Carnival (11 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm Come for the fun of it! Bring your friends to a carnival at Memorial Park where folks of all ages will have a great time. Attractions include traditional carnival rides, games, and food. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Memorial Park at 30th Street and Oceanview Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 11/21 Better a Block (49th Street) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm A family friendly community block party is happening on 49th Street between Federal Boulevard and Elm Street. Neighbors can enjoy food, entertainment, community resources, kids zone, and visit with police reprsentatives. Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated Participants: 30. Location: 49th Street between Federal Boulevard and Elm Street. Host Organization: One San Diego. Internet: 1sandiego.org.
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Thursday 11/26 Linda Vista Carnival (4 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Linda Vista Park and enjoy the thrill of spinning carnival rides, entertaining carnival games, and food. All ages are sure to have a good time. Bring your friends! Bring a date! Bring the kids! Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: 7064 Levant Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Friday 11/27 Linda Vista Carnival (4 Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Linda Vista Park and enjoy the thrill of spinning carnival rides, entertaining carnival games, and food. All ages are sure to have a good time. Bring your friends! Bring a date! Bring the kids! Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: 7064 Levant Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Saturday 11/28 Linda Vista Carnival (4 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Linda Vista Park and enjoy the thrill of spinning carnival rides, entertaining carnival games, and food. All ages are sure to have a good time. Bring your friends! Bring a date! Bring the kids! Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: 7065 Levant Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 11/29 Linda Vista Carnival (4 Day Event) 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm You can't say you don't have anything to do when there's a carnival going on. Come to Linda Vista Park and enjoy the thrill of spinning carnival rides, entertaining carnival games, and food. All ages are sure to have a good time. Bring your friends! Bring a date! Bring the kids! Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: 7065 Levant Street. Host Organization: D & M Productions. Internet: Not available.
Sunday 11/29 Luminaria: Community Tree Lighting 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Luminaria is South Park's very own season of lights and includes the lighting of the neighborhood's custom made tree! Come experience the sparkling tree lined streets and celebrate the holidays with your favorite local businesses. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: Grape Street Square (Fern and 30th Streets). Host Organization: South Park Business Group, Inc.. Internet: Not available.
December
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Friday 12/4 HPR International Christmas Festival (2-Day Event) 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm As a segment of the December Nights event in Balboa Park, the International Cottages invite you to come for a dinner of delicious ethnic foods, pastries, beer, and folkloric entertainment. National flags of the Pacific are waving and the cottages are open for visitors. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000/day. Anticipated Participants: 350. Location: Balboa Park (House of Pacific Relations International Cottages & stage area). Host Organization: House of Pacific Relations International Cottages. Internet: www.sdhpr.org.
Friday 12/4 Balboa Park December Nights (2-Day Event) 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm Celebrate the holiday season and the spirit of Christmas! Sparkling decor is everywhere as you stroll through the park amid pleasing music and smiling faces. There's free admission into the museums, gift shopping, food, and much more. Be sure to see the amazing grand finale at the Organ Pavilion! Anticipated Attendance: 100,000/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Balboa Park (parkwide) ~ Shuttle Service Locations (City College & Qualcomm Stadium). Host Organization: Balboa Park Conservancy. Internet: www.visitdecembernights.com.
Friday 12/4 SWEA December Nights (2-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm As a segment of the December Nights event in Balboa Park, you can experience the culture of Sweden. There will be imported Swedish crafts, delicious Swedish foods, and entertaining choir music. Be sure to visit the Glogg Garden for a cup of glogg (it's a flavored Swedish spiced wine). Anticipated Attendance: 100,000. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Balboa Park (California Plaza acrss from the Museum of Man - 1350 El Prado). Host Organization: SWEA San Diego. Internet: www.swea.org.
Saturday 12/5 North Park Toyland Festival 10:00 am - 4:30 pm A delightful festival in North Park offers music and dance performances, tasty foods, gift shopping, and more. Santa is in the Kids Zone having a good time with the kids. This event is in conjunction with the "North Park Toyland Parade". Anticipated Attendance: 7,000. Anticipated Participants: 2,000. Location: North Park Theater parking lot (29th St. & North Park Way). Host Organization: Victoria House Corporation. Internet: www.toylandparade.com.
Saturday 12/5 North Park Toyland Parade & Festival 2015 10:00 am - 4:30 pm A delightful parade and festival in North Park brings sights and sounds of high school marching bands, floats, community groups, costumed characters,Santa, and dignitaries in decorated cars. Enjoy tasty food, performances, and gift shopping at the festival. Anticipated Attendance: 7,000. Anticipated Participants: 2,000. Location: University Ave./Utah St. - University Ave. - Kansas St. - Lincoln Ave. - 30th St. - University Ave. - Herman St. - North Park Way - 30th St. - Gunn. St. - Granada St./Gunn St. Host Organization: Victoria House Corporation. Internet: www.toylandparade.com.
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Saturday 12/5 HPR International Christmas Festival (2-Day Event) 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm As a segment of the December Nights event in Balboa Park, the International Cottages invite you to come for a dinner of delicious ethnic foods, pastries, beer, and folkloric entertainment. National flags of the Pacific are waving and the cottages are open for visitors. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000/day. Anticipated Participants: 350. Location: Balboa Park (House of Pacific Relations International Cottages & stage area). Host Organization: House of Pacific Relations International Cottages. Internet: www.sdhpr.org.
Saturday 12/5 Balboa Park December Nights (2-Day Event) 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm Celebrate the holiday season and the spirit of Christmas! Sparkling decor is everywhere as you stroll through the park amid pleasing music and smiling faces. There's free admission into the museums, gift shopping, food, and much more. Be sure to see the amazing grand finale at the Organ Pavilion! Anticipated Attendance: 100,000/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Balboa Park (parkwide) ~ Shuttle Service Locations (City College & Qualcomm Stadium). Host Organization: Balboa Park Conservancy. Internet: www.visitdecembernights.com.
Saturday 12/5 Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village 1:00 pm - 7:30 pm Little Italy presents a friendly Christmas Village where you can come for hometown gift shopping, light refreshments, and a mixture of Italian and holiday music. At dark, the grand lighting of a glowing Christmas Tree will light up! Santa will be there for the kids, so don't forget the kids! Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: 50. Location: West Fir Street (between Kettner Blvd. & Columbia St.). Host Organization: Little Italy Association of San Diego. Internet: www.littleitalysd.com.
Saturday 12/5 SWEA December Nights (2-Day Event) 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm As a segment of the December Nights event in Balboa Park, you can experience the culture of Sweden. There will be imported Swedish crafts, delicious Swedish foods, and entertaining choir music. Be sure to visit the Glogg Garden for a cup of glogg (it's a flavored Swedish spiced wine). Anticipated Attendance: 100,000. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Balboa Park (California Plaza acrss from the Museum of Man - 1350 El Prado). Host Organization: SWEA San Diego. Internet: www.swea.org.
Sunday 12/6 SoNo Fest & Chili Cook-Off 11:00 am - 5:00 pm A holiday festival with a chili cook-off is happening in North Park! There are staged performances, gift shopping, opportunity drawings, a beer & wine garden for adults, and a activity area for kids. Be sure to purchase a hand-made ceramic bowl so you can taste different restaurant chilies. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000. Anticipated Participants: 200. Location: Thorn Street (between 31st St. & Bancroft St.) ~ 32nd Street. Host Organization: McKinley School Foundation. Internet: www.sonofestchilecookoff.com.
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Saturday 12/12 Toys For Joy 7:00 am - 3:00 pm The Rock Church presents an outreach event in Southeast San Diego to provide families with groceries, clothing, and toys so they can have a happier holiday season. The event also offers a Health Zone and a Children's Fun Zone; plus wholesome music, gospel, and special prayer requests. Anticipated Attendance: 11,000. Anticipated Participants: 2,000. Location: Lincoln High School & Porter Elementary School at 4777 Imperial Ave. Host Organization: Rock Church San Diego. Internet: www.toys-for-joy.org.
Saturday 12/19 SD Hmong Community New Year Celebration (3-Day) 8:00 am - 6:00 pm The Hmong New Year is a cultural celebration where families come together to give homage to ancestral spirits and honor to elders. This event showcases the beauty of Hmong culture with music, costumed performances, cultural food, cocktails, displays, and interactive activities. Anticipated Attendance: 1,500. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Kearny Mesa Recreation Park at 3170 Armstrong St. Host Organization: Lao Hmong Family Association. Internet: www.lhfasd.org.
Sunday 12/20 SD Hmong Community New Year Celebration (3-Day) 8:00 am - 6:00 pm The Hmong New Year is a cultural celebration where families come together to give homage to ancestral spirits and honor to elders. This event showcases the beauty of Hmong culture with music, costumed performances, cultural food, cocktails, displays, and interactive activities. Anticipated Attendance: 1,500. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Kearny Mesa Recreation Park at 3170 Armstrong St. Host Organization: Lao Hmong Family Association. Internet: www.lhfasd.org.
Monday 12/21 SD Hmong Community New Year Celebration (3-Day) 8:00 am - 6:00 pm The Hmong New Year is a cultural celebration where families come together to give homage to ancestral spirits and honor to elders. This event showcases the beauty of Hmong culture with music, costumed performances, cultural food, cocktails, displays, and interactive activities. Anticipated Attendance: 1,500. Anticipated Participants: 100. Location: Kearny Mesa Recreation Park at 3170 Armstrong St. Host Organization: Lao Hmong Family Association. Internet: www.lhfasd.org.
Report Date: 11-14-15
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