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Stellar swap meets in San Diego

Kobey’s is a classic. | Photo via @kobeysswapmeet

Really, who doesn’t love a good deal?

San Diego’s swap meet scene is strong (um, say that five times fast) with long-running outdoor marketplaces setting up shop every weekend to the delight of bargain hunters. Let’s browse, shall we?

Pro tip: Bring cash to pay for admission. 🎟️

🧦 Kobey’s Swap Meet
Friday-Sunday, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. | Entry: $2

“A pair of socks, a pair of shoes” (if you know, you know). Billed as “San Diego’s largest outdoor marketplace,” Monte Kobey launched this swap meet in 1976 at the old Midway Drive-In Theater. It moved to its current location in 1980 — the parking lot at what is now Pechanga Arena.

Kobey’s is known for its selection of sneakers and vintage clothing, robust lineup of 1,000+ sellers, and special events throughout the year.

SD Santee Swap Meet — Vintage treasures await beyond this marquee.

🛒 Santee Swap Meet
Saturday + Sunday, 5:05 a.m.-1 p.m. | 10990 Woodside Ave. N. | Entry: $1 or $2

Running for 40 years, this East County swap meet located in the same area as the Santee Drive-In brings together ~350 sellers each weekend. Food is part of the scene, too, with longstanding vendors selling burritos, tacos, smoothies + coffee.

Pro tip: For $5, enter at 5:05 a.m. sharp via the early shoppers line.

SD Spring Valley swap meet — Row nine at the Spring Valley Swap Meet is all about the fresh produce.

🍊 Spring Valley Swap Meet
Saturday + Sunday, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | 6377 Quarry Rd. | Entry: $1

Boasting bargains since 1970, you’ll find art, accessories + food vendors at this East County hub. There’s also an entire zone — oh hey, row nine — dedicated to local farmers market vendors, so you can stock up on fresh fruit + veggies while you’re there.

🛍️ National City Swap Meet
Saturday + Sunday, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | 3200 D Ave. | Entry: $1

This OG of the local swap meet scene has been around since 1962. We hear the vintage pin + jewelry selection shines — and the food vendors really sweeten the deal.

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Monday, Nov. 14

Cory Wong | Monday, Nov. 14 | 6 p.m. | The Observatory North Park, 2891 University Ave., San Diego | $30-$130 | The guitarist performs his “Power Station Tour.”
MAITA | Monday, Nov. 14 | 7 p.m. | Soda Bar, 3615 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego | $15.15 | Catch the indie singer-songwriter live.
An Evening with Morrissey | Monday, Nov. 14 | 7 p.m. | The Magnolia, 210 E Main St., El Cajon | $170-$450 | The Smiths frontman-turned solo star takes the stage.
Winston Churchill The Blitz | Monday, Nov. 14-Tuesday, Nov. 15 | 7:30 p.m. | North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach | $39 | Randy Otto portrays the life of Winston Churchill with wit, humor + grit.
San Diego Rum Shakers Showcase | Monday, Nov. 14 | 9 p.m. | Café Sevilla, 353 Fifth Ave., San Diego | Free | Shake up your night with cocktails, food + performances by the San Diego Rum Shakers.

Tuesday, Nov. 15

The Music of Joni Mitchell | Tuesday, Nov. 15-Wednesday, Nov. 16 | 6:30-9 p.m. | The Jazz Lounge, 6818 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego | $40-$60 | A jazzy tribute to the legendary artist.
Hamilton | Tuesday, Nov. 15 | 7 p.m. | Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave., San Diego | $79-$249 | The epic musical continues its run at the downtown venue.

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Thanksgiving Break camps for the kids

Critter Camp is hoppin’. | Photo via Education Team at Helen Woodward Animal Center

Parents, this one’s for you.

Thanksgiving week is quickly approaching, with local students on break from school Monday, Nov. 21-Friday, Nov. 25. If you’re trying to figure out how to keep your kids busy, we’ve rounded up a few fall camps that can help Monday-Wednesday of that week.

🐇 Thanksgiving Break Critter Camp | Helen Woodward Animal Center
Join the waitlist for this daily 9 a.m.-3 p.m. camp for kids in grades K-6 focused on hands-on humane animal education. Preschool day camps — for ages 4-5 — run 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

👟 Camp Kroc | Kroc Center Campus
Choose from a variety of day camps — most 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. — including Kroc Adventures, Edible Art Camp, and LEGO Robotics Camp. There’s also Pee Wee Kroc Adventures for little ones ages 4-6.

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Today’s issue was written by Monica.

Editor’s pick: Hi, friends. The San Diego Civic Theatre is buzzing with the excitement of “Hamilton,” which is in town through Sunday, Nov. 20. ⭐

If you can’t snag tickets to the popular musical — it’s OK, the sun will come out tomorrow. Other upcoming shows at the venue include “To Kill a Mockingbird” Tuesday, Nov. 29-Sunday, Dec. 4, and “Annie” running Tuesday, Dec. 27-Sunday, Jan. 1.

Missed Friday’s newsletter? Live, local holiday plays + performances.

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