Festivals

The grandstand stage at the San Diego County Fair with the ferris wheel and other rides in the background.
Music
San Diego County Fair unveils Grandstand Stage lineup for summer 2024
The fair — which returns June 12-July 7 — will boast headliners like Ludacris, Jay Leno, Pepe Aguilar, and TLC.
February 21, 2024 02:18 PM
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Monica Garske
A group of people gather with drinks and food in hand, smiling and toasting to Taste of Third in Chula Vista.
Food
Food for Thought: A guide to ‘Taste of’ food events in San Diego County
From Little Italy and the Gaslamp Quarter to North Park and East Village, “Taste of” gatherings are alive and well in San Diego.
February 16, 2024
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Monica Garske
Lion dancers at the San Diego Tet Festival celebrate the Vietnamese Lunar New Year.
Events
Lunar New Year celebrations in San Diego
From downtown San Diego and Balboa Park to City Heights and Mira Mesa — there are many fun community celebrations of the Lunar New Year in 2024.
February 2, 2024
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego FC Chrome Ball
Sports
San Diego FC kicks off countywide ‘Chrome Ball Tour’
A chrome art installation of a giant soccer ball emblazoned with the names of the 18 cities that make up San Diego County will be traveling all over SD in 2024 — pass it on.
January 11, 2024
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Monica Garske
SD Downtown San Diego Garske
Events
Save the Dates: Big events coming to San Diego in 2024
From soccer and baseball to the San Diego County Fair, Pride and superheroes, 2024 is shaping up to be a mighty eventful year in America’s Finest City.
January 3, 2024
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance capybara pups 2023
Culture
SDtoday’s most-clicked stories and Instagram posts of 2023
Fireworks. Hiking. Kid-friendly activities. Capybaras. Festive events. Dang, you’re dynamic, SD.
December 20, 2023
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Monica Garske
San Diego Bay Parade of Lights SD
Culture
How to Watch the 2023 San Diego Bay Parade of Lights
The 53-year tradition returns to downtown SD’s waterfront on Sunday, Dec. 10 + Sunday, Dec. 17.
December 1, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD December Nights San Diego Balboa Park
Festivals
Your guide to December Nights 2023 at Balboa Park
Balboa Park’s biggest event of the year returns Friday, Dec. 1, and Saturday, Dec. 2, with merrymaking opportunities aplenty.
November 20, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Pacific Rim Walk Shelter Island
Culture
Pacific Rim Park Friendship Walk set to return to Shelter Island
The celebration of cultural diversity and community takes place this Sunday, Nov. 19, from Shoreline Park to Pearl of the Pacific Park.
November 14, 2023
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Monica Garske
Jungle Bells SD Zoo
Play
75+ festive, seasonal events happening in San Diego County in 2023
There’s a whole lot of jolly to be had — check out our guide to fun, festive events in San Diego this holiday and winter season.
November 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival
Festivals
What to expect at the 2023 San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
Oh, the 19th annual celebration — Monday, Nov. 6-Sunday, Nov. 12 — is going to be grand, alright.
November 2, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Brewers Guild
Events
San Diego Beer Week 2023: No big events, more focus on craft breweries
Beer Week is taking it back to the heart of the local brewing scene — with more robust plans in 2024.
October 31, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Bing Crosby Season Fall 2023
Sports
Play the Ponies: Details of Del Mar’s 2023 fall horse racing season
The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club’s autumn affair runs on select dates Friday, Nov. 10-Sunday, Dec. 3.
October 26, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Downtown Chula Vista Association Dia De Los Muertos
Festivals
Where to celebrate Día de los Muertos 2023 in San Diego
Old Town, Barrio Logan, and Chula Vista will host special community events to pay tribute to loved ones who have passed.
October 18, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD International Cottages San Diego House of Peru
Culture
Around the world: Visiting the International Cottages in Balboa Park
The consortium of historic cottages represent 31 countries and cultures across the globe.
October 5, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Fort Cross Julian Autumn Jubilee
Events
Things to do this fall in San Diego County
From farms and hayrides to seasonal shindigs at local theme parks and Día De Los Muertos, we’re fallin’ for this time of year in America’s Finest City.
September 27, 2023
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Monica Garske
Sugar skulls
Events
Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 events in San Diego
From festivals and community programs to a themed weekend at Petco Park, here’s how to celebrate in San Diego.
September 13, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Distillers Festival
Festivals
That’s the Spirit: San Diego Distillers Guild Fest 2023 shaking things up at Liberty Station
Distill, my heart: The annual event goes down on Saturday, Sept. 23, showcasing nearly 20 of SD’s finest distilleries.
September 6, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD ENVZN cross border art show
Arts
Cross-border art show planned for urban areas of Logan Heights
The ENVZN Urban Art Takeover on Saturday, Sept. 2, will feature 40+ artists from San Diego and Tijuana.
August 24, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Del Mar Wine and Food Festival
Festivals
What to expect at the star-studded Del Mar Wine and Food Festival
The brand-new, celeb-driven fest will highlight local culinary talent across 20+ events on Wednesday, Sept. 6-Monday, Sept. 11
August 14, 2023
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Monica Garske
A crowd of people watching a performance at CityFest in Hillcrest
Festivals
Hillcrest CityFest 2023 returns on Sunday, Aug. 13
The summer arts and music festival is expected to bring 150,000+ visitors to the community.
August 3, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Colorful art pieces at Bazaar del Mundo in San Diego
Festivals
Authentic folk art, artists fill Bazaar del Mundo for Latin American Festival
The folk art showcase — Friday, Aug. 4-Sunday, Aug. 6 — will also boast a large display of authentic, intricate Mata Ortiz pottery.
August 2, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD ArtWalk Liberty Station
Festivals
ArtWalk Liberty Station 2023 returns with 175+ artists
The fine arts festival will also feature a new event this year — the first-ever VIP Preview pARTy presented by Ranch & Coast magazine.
July 31, 2023
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Monica Garske
A Barbie-themed cocktail at The Blind Burro bar in San Diego.
Bars
Local cocktails inspired by San Diego Comic-Con 2023
From a Barbie-themed margarita to the “The Flash,” the themed drink options are endless around downtown San Diego this weekend.
July 19, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Comic-Con International SD Convention Center
Festivals
Mini Preview: What to expect at San Diego Comic-Con International 2023
We think San Diego is always super — especially on one very special long weekend every July.
June 29, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego County Fair 2023
Events
San Diego County Fair 2023: What to know before you go
The 2023 fair kicks off Wednesday, June 7, and runs through the Fourth of July in Del Mar.
June 1, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Cruisin Grand Escondido
Culture
Vroom, vroom: Car shows in San Diego County
From Escondido to La Mesa, these car show culture in our county rolls deep.
May 22, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD North Park Music Fest
Culture
Now Playing: North Park Music Fest 2023
The 2nd annual event goes down at the North Park Mini Park on Saturday, May 27, and Sunday, May 28.
May 22, 2023
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Monica Garske
San Diego skyline photo in black and white
Tourism and Hospitality
National Travel and Tourism Week: San Diego’s tourism, by the numbers
The industry plays a major role in our city’s economy, job creation, and overall vibe as a feel-good hotspot.
May 10, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Gator by the Bay festival
Festivals
Gator by the Bay returns to Spanish Landing Park
The beloved Louisiana-themed music fest is Thursday, May 11-Sunday, May 14.
May 10, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Mission Fed ArtWalk
Arts
Mission Fed ArtWalk 2023 heads to Little Italy this weekend
The festival celebrates visual and performing arts on Saturday, April 29 + Sunday, April 30.
April 26, 2023
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Monica Garske
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