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| July 16, 2008 – September 3, 2008
Racing Season at the Del Mar Racetrack The seven-week racing season will feature the nation’s top horses, trainers and jockeys, and plenty of fun in the sun. Horses and fans alike meet up for live thoroughbred racing six days a week at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club. http://www.dmtc.com/ |
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| September 7, 2008
Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon 2008 Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon is a great family day at the beach for surfers and dog lovers alike. This event will help raise awareness and money for orphaned pets while promoting responsible pet ownership. Whether you want to surf for animals on your own or with your best four legged friend, there will be heats for both. http://surfdog.kintera.org |
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| September 7, 2008
La Jolla Rough Water Swim The largest rough-water swimming competition in the U.S. takes place at La Jolla Cove. http://www.lajollaroughwaterswim.com/ |
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| September 13 - 14, 2008
ArtWalk on the Bay The team that produces the annual ArtWalk in San Diego’s Little Italy each April is pleased to announce the return of ArtWalk on the Bay, a fine arts festival sponsored by the Port of San Diego. The beautiful Embarcadero Marina Park North (behind Seaport Village) provides a scenic venue for art, music and interactive art experiences for children. http://www.artwalkonthebay.org/ |
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| September 19 - 20, 2008
Street Scene Music Festival 2008 To celebrate its history and future, Street Scene is preparing to be better than ever with an all-ages celebration set in the streets of East Village and adjacent to Petco Park. The location offers an unprecedented level of ease in parking and Trolley access, while centralizing the festivities in an uninterrupted venue at the heart of downtown. This setting enhances the feeling that Street Scene is San Diego's ultimate summer block party. This year's lineup includes: * Beck * The Black Crows * The National * Spoon * Justice * TV on the Radio * Atmosphere * Michael Franti & Spearhead * Cat Power * Tegan and Sara * STS9 * Hot Chip * The New Pornographers * X * Vampire Weekend * The Hives * Coldwar Kids * The Ghostland Observatory * GZA * Diplo * Eagles of Deathmetal * Spiritualized * Antibalas * The Mother Hips * Man Man * Del the Funky Homosapian * Tokyo Police Club * Devotchka * The Night Marchers * MGMT * Does It Offend You, Yeah? * Foals - And MORE! http://www.street-scene.com/ |
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| September 19 - 21, 2008
San Diego Thunderboat Regatta The fastest boats in the world zip across Mission Bay during a three-day event billed as the World Series of Powerboat Racing. Formerly the San Diego Bayfair, this annual regatta draws huge numbers of aquatic speed fiends. http://www.thunderboatregatta.com/ |
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| September 25 - 28, 2008
San Diego Film Festival Gaslamp Quarter invites you to join us as we view fresh, innovative films and slip beyond the velvet rope at some exclusive parties. The San Diego Film Festival will feature more than 75 films over four days & nights. Guests have access to industry professionals and get to mingle with Hollywood’s hottest. Those who decide to go V.I.P get behind the scenes and enjoy deluxe amenities. We are proud to announce that they were recently named one of the Top 10 Best Regional Film Festivals in the US as well as Best Party Festival by the Ultimate Film Festival Survival Guide, plus - it all happens here in the Gaslamp Quarter! http://www.gaslamp.org/articles/articles/san_diego_film_festival.html |
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| June 1, 2008 - September 30, 2008
Nighttime Zoo Special evening entertainment and fireworks nightly with extended evening hours at the San Diego Zoo http://www.sandiegozoo.org/ |
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| October 3 - 5, 2008
La Mesa Oktoberfest Please join your friends (200,000 or so) here at La Mesa Village for Oktoberfest. You don’t want to miss the Grand Daddy of all street fairs and the largest 3-day Oktoberfest West of the Mississippi. Put on your walking shoes and be prepared to walk 7 city blocks filled with over 400 craft and commercial booths, 5 food courts, 2 beer gardens, a children’s carnival and a huge dance floor to show off your “Chicken Dance”. http://www.lmvma.com/lmv_oktoberfest.html |
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| October 3 - 5, 2008
The MCAS Miramar Air Show The world's best military and civilian pilots will soar through San Diego's skies at the world famous MCAS Miramar Air Show the weekend of October 3-5, featuring the Navy’s Blue Angles, the Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier, Air Force F-16 and the Navy's F-18 E/F Super Hornet! This three day event has proven to be a tremendous success in the past, winning numerous awards from the International Council of Air Shows (ICAS), and this year promises to be even better. Attracting crowds of hundreds of thousands of spectators, the air show displays numerous types of aircraft, from old biplanes to the newest technology of stealth fighter jets, along with the Marine Air and Ground Task Force (MAGTF) simulated combat demonstration. There will also be over 200 hands-on static display exhibits where the general public can see civilian and military aviation technology up close. The air show also provides a special Twilight Show featuring the Great Wall of Fire and a Fireworks Grand Finale on Saturday, October 4th. The MCAS Miramar Air Show is free to the general public. Take advantage of this opportunity to see the military's finest pilots! http://www.miramarairshow.com/ |
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| September 28 - October 5, 2008
Fashion Week San Diego Fashion Week San Diego is the world's only bi-national fashion week. Slated for fall 2008, the inaugural event will highlight the fashion industry that thrives in Southern California, presenting designers from both the United States and Mexico. "This in-depth look at Southern California's fashion industry is absolutely unprecedented," explains Allison Andrews, president of Fashion Week San Diego. "A seamless display of a fashion culture that knows no borders will mesmerize San Diego this fall." Fashion Week San Diego 2008 will be held Sept. 28 – Oct. 5, 2008. The event will be held at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina in a permanent tent that holds more than 3,000 people. The week-long event will consist of daily fashion shows, forums, lectures, shopping events and official after parties. Tickets will go on sale in late June and can be purchased from the Fashion Week San Diego website at www.fashionweeksd.com. In addition to highlighting San Diego's bi-national fashion arena, Fashion Week San Diego will incorporate socially- conscious elements. The designer lineup includes sustainable, recycled, philanthropic and plus-sized lines. The week-long event will also benefit the Child Abuse Prevention Foundation. www.fashionweeksd.com. |
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| October 7, 2008
Annual Wild Women of Wine Country Luncheon & Fashion You're invited to join Maggie Carter for her Annual Women of Wine Country Luncheon & Fashion Show. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we couldn't think of a better time to show we care than with this very special, fun-filled day at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa, featuring Chef Alex's celebratory harvest lunch, fabulous auction and some incredibly dynamic fashions. Cost is just $15 pp; and the proceeds for the event benefit Michelle's Place Breast Cancer Resource Center. Show your support & reserve your place today! Please note all ticket sales are final; if you should find you cannot come, send a friend! Call today: 951-587-9463 Ext. 7210. http://www.wineresort.com/ |
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| October 12, 2008
Little Italy Precious Festa One of the largest single-day Italian-American festivals West of the Mississippi. Over 100,000 attendees are expected in the historic business district of downtown San Diego's Little Italy to enjoy music, fine Italian food, specialty crafts and vendors booths. 10 am - 6 pm http://littleitalysd.com/festa/index.asp |
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| October 1 - 31, 2008
Kids Cruise Free in October on Hornblower Hornblower Cruises & Events is inviting all children ages 12 and under to explore the Bay for free in October. Complimentary tickets will be provided for up to two children, per each paying adult on a one hour or two hour, narrated harbor cruises during the entire month of October. Cost: FREE for Kids up to 12 years of age! http://www.hornblower.com/ |
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| October 31 - November 2, 2008
Dias de los Muertos Celebration (Day of the Dead) There’s no need to cross the border to celebrate “Dia de Los Muertos” (Day of the Dead)! Elaborately decorated altars honoring the dead will be displayed in the courtyard of the Bazaar del Mundo Shops and Casa Guadalajara in Old Town San Diego and at Casa de Pico in La Mesa during the annual Celebration October 31- November 2. This Hispanic tradition is a time to remember past family and loved ones. Colorful displays of hand-made paper cutouts, wood, terra cotta and papier-mâché Day of the Dead decorations have been used in these Mexican celebrations for generations. Visitors can purchase authentic candles, paper banners, figurines and Dias de los Muertos decorations for their own personal altars. Books for children and adults explaining the history and traditions behind the holiday are also available in English and Spanish. http://bazaardelmundo.com/ |
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| September 15 - November 15, 2008
Annual Julian Fall Apple Harvest Enjoy autumn foliage, arts shows, entertainment and seasonal foods, such as apple pie and cider, in the scenic mining town of Julian. Roadside stands offer fresh local apples, pears and homemade cider. http://www.julianca.com/ |
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| November 12 - 16, 2008
San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival The San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival is an international showcase of the world's premier wine and spirits, chefs and culinary personalities, and gourmet foods. Held in November, the event benefits the American Institute of Wine & Food culinary arts scholarship program. Over 700 wines and spirits, 60 of San Diego’s top fine dining restaurants and 30 gourmet food companies will participate in the Festival. The San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival has quickly grown into a world-class wine and culinary extravaganza. The five-day festival features wine tasting seminars, cooking classes by award-winning chefs, and an elegant Reserve Tasting at one of San Diego's finest hotels. http://www.worldofwineevents.com/ |
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| November 19 - 23, 2008
Tecate/Score Baja Race 1000 Annual off-road vehicle race covering the rough terrain of Baja California; the race starts in Ensenada, Mexico. http://www.score-international.com/baja1000/index.ihtml |
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| November 23, 2008
Annual Mother Goose Parade East County's annual holidya kick-off celebration features whimsical floats, clowns, bands and equestrians. http://www.mothergooseparade.org/ |
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| Through November 30, 2008
Water It is a natural resource more valuable than oil and more precious than gold. Life on Earth originated in it and cannot exist without it. It covers 75% of our planet, yet most people know little about it. Water, the essential ingredient in our life, culture, history and future will be celebrated and explored in this captivating exhibition. New visualization techniques and cutting-edge technologies, hands-on exhibits, videos and interactive media, specimens and artifacts will forever change your view and appreciation of this common, yet invaluable substance. www.sdnhm.org |
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| Through November 30, 2008
100 Years of Art in San Diego: A Retrospective Experience the development of San Diego's artistic identity through the works of the region's most celebrated artists in the upcoming exhibition, 100 Years of Art in San Diego: A Retrospective, at the Museum of San Diego History this November. The display will explore the rich history of San Diego through its distinguished art community while continuing the San Diego Historical Society's tradition of exhibiting fine art. Adorning the museum's gallery walls will feature the unmatched work of artists such as Charles Fries, Alfred Mitchell and Edith White. To complement these pioneering masters, this presentation will also include pieces by Belle Baranceanu, Dan Dickey, Charles Reiffel and many other renowned artists. www.sandiegohistory.org |
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| December 7, 2008
La Jolla Christmas Parade and Holiday Festival Christmas parade with marching bands and floats and a festival feturing craft booths, carnival rides, food, games and entertainment. http://www.ljparade.com/ |
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| December 14 and 21, 2008
35th Annual Port of San Diego Boat Parade of Lights Dazzling boat parade of lights on San Diego Bay. http://www.sdparadeoflights.org/ |
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| December 29, 2008
Port of San Diego Big Bay Balloon Parade The scenic, bayside streets of downtown San Diego will come alive with the 2008 Port of San Diego Big Bay Balloon Parade, presented by San Diego County Credit Union, a Pacific Life Holiday Bowl Production. As always, this exciting family event brings together world-class marching bands, magnificent floats, entertaining drill teams, and a procession of enormous balloons-more than any other parade! Over 100,000 street-side spectators will enjoy the parade along with a nationwide television audience. Parade festivities will begin in the television area with the finals of the 13th annual Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals and the Bumble Bee Foods 5K. After the parade, activity will continue on at the Broadway Pier with games, entertainment at the annual Amtrak Family Festival. The parade telecast is produced by Cox Communications and can be seen locally on Channel 4 San Diego. The parade will also be televised nationally. You can be in the Parade! http://www.holidaybowl.com/events/port-of-san-diego-big-bay-balloon-parade.html |
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| December 30, 2008
31st annual Pacific Life Holiday Bowl The 31st annual Pacific Life Holiday Bowl will be played on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at Qualcomm Stadium. The Pacific Life Holiday Bowl will match a top team from the Mountain West conference against a Pac 10 opponent. The official beneficiary of the game is the Make A Wish Foundation of San Diego. Team-related bowl week events consists of Team Day at the Zoo, Team Day at Sea World, Team Luncheon, and a Make A Wish kids evening event. This year promises to offer another year of exciting football, fireworks and world-class pageantry! http://www.poinsettiabowl.net/ |
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| Through December 31, 2008 Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour During its 150 + year history, the William Heath Davis House has been home to many fascinating people, including pre-civil war soldiers, a German Spy and Mr. Alonzo Horton himself. Take our 25 minute museum tour and learn why the home was San Diego's first county hospital, why it's called the William Heath Davis House but William Heath Davis never lived in it, and even about the world's first crock pot! Take our 2 hour Gaslamp Guided Walking Tour and discover what kind of business Wyatt Earp owned, how famous madam Ida Bailey was able to stay in business despite intense efforts to oust her by the Purity League, or the significance of the colored marbles. Tour begins at Corner of 4th & Island Avenues. www.gaslampquarter.org |
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| November 27, 2008 - January 4, 2009
Holiday of Lights The Holiday of Lights at the Del Mar Fairgrounds is a spectacular drive-through light show and exhibit, themed for the holiday season, with more than 400 crowd-pleasing, family-oriented displays. The displays are organized into themes, which include: Candy Cane Lane, Toyland, San Diego County Fair, Treasures by the Lake, Del Mar Racetrack, the Twelve Days of Christmas and Elves at Play.. http://www.sdfair.com/holidayoflights/index.html |
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| December 20, 2008 - April 5, 2009
Whale Watching Cruises -Two cruises daily Whale & Dolphin watching on Hornblower is a once in a lifetime experience in San Diego. Enjoy narration from Captains and Naturalists trained by the San Diego Natural History Museum. You'll get a free tour of north San Diego and see the sea lions that live below the lighthouse at Point Loma. Then you'll reach the open sea and find pods of gray whales, including mothers and calves! You may see hundreds of Common, Pacific White-sided or Risso's Dolphins, plus other sea life and marine birds indigenous to Southern California. This is the prime time season to see whales! This is one of the most fun and interesting trips on Hornblower with a whale exhibit onboard which includes fossils, a presentation by the naturalists, and a movie, called Ocean Oasis, playing on the big screen. Watch whales on the most comfortable and fastest yacht on San Diego Bay. Call 619-686-8715, www.hornblower.com/whales |
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| February 24, 2009
Mardi Gras in the Gaslamp Fat Tuesday, 5:00 p.m. Party Mardi Gras Gaslamp style. This Gaslamp-wide outdoor celebration includes two spectacular parades on Fifth Avenue and a fabulous block party featuring several stages with musical acts. Enjoy tasty treats, cold beverages and beads, beads, beads. This event goes on rain or shine. Ticketed event/21 and up only. Proceeds benefit GQA (Gaslamp Quarter Association). (Fat Tuesday is on a different day each year based on the Christian season of Lent.) http://www.gaslamp.org/articles/articles/mardi_gras.html |
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