Events

SAN DIEGO BAYFAIR
WHEN: SEPT. 12-14, 2025
San Diego Bayfair's World Series of Powerboat Racing - a family festival tradition for more than
40 years speeds to the finish line.

SAN DIEGO RESTAURANT WEEK
WHEN: SEPT. 14 - 21, 2025
San Diego Restaurant Week, hosted by the California Restaurant Association, returns with 100+
restaurants across 30+ neighborhoods for eight days of dining.

SAN DIEGO OKTOBERFESTS - 2025
WHEN:

*ENCINITAS: Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 11AM to 7PM on Mountain Vista Drive.
*CARLSBAD Sept 20, 2025, from Noon-8PM at the Strawberry Carlsbad Company
*EL CAJON SEPT 26–OCT 5 Friday, 4–10PM., Saturday, 12–10PM., Sunday, 12–9PM.

MCAS MIRAMAR AIR SHOW
WHEN: SEPT. 26-28, 2025
The largest military air show is returning to provide a unique and special flight line experience
with immersive experiences, static displays, and daytime shows that feature military
demonstration teams, civilian aerobatic teams, aerial solo acts, vintage aircraft and warbirds

TASTE OF GASLAMP
WHEN: SEPT. 20, 2025, 1:00-4:00 PM
A scrumptious self-guided foodie tour that has become a staple for locals and tourists alike who
flock to the Quarter to indulge in a culinary adventure, stopping at 20+ restaurants across 16
square city blocks.

HAL-GLO-WEEN AT THE SAN DIEGO ZOO
WHEN: OCT. 3-31, 2025
Join the San Diego Zoo for musical entertainment, special performances, Dr. Zoolittle, and
more family friendly fun will light up the night every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening in
October. Kids 11 and younger are free, and can come in costume for even more seasonal
excitement.

SEAWORLD'S HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR
WHEN: Now Through Nov 2
SeaWorld's biggest fall festival Every Saturday and Sunday, plus Halloween Friday, from
September 6 to November 2.

SESAME PLACE HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR
WHEN: Through Nov 2
Sesame Place will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven and guests will
enjoy trick-or-treating around the park, Halloween-themed shows, and unique photo
opportunities with everyone’s favorite furry friends dressed up in costume!

LEGOLAND BRICK-OR-TREAT PARTY NIGHTS
WHEN: Select dates Now-Nov.1
Every Saturday night, LEGOLAND® California Resort creates Halloween excitement with live
entertainment, character meet-and-greets, costume contests, and treat stations during
extended Park open hours!

AUTUMN FESTIVAL AT THE SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARK
WHEN: OCT. 4–5, 11–12, 18–19, and 25–26
Come and join in all the autumn festive fun as the San Diego Zoo Safari Park celebrates the
season of color with special activities, entertainment, and culinary comforts.

DEL MAR RACING SEASON
NOW thru September 7, 2025

JULIAN GRAPE STOMP FESTA
When: Sept. 6, 2025
Experience the old-world tradition of kicking off your shoes, rolling up your pantlegs, and letting tons of blessed grapes squish beneath your feet!

HEART OF PB RESTAURANT WALK
When: Sept.10, 2025
Self-guided food tour in the Heart of PB between Dawes and Lamont Streets. Sample a great variety of menus from local restaurants for only $35.

SURF DOG SURF-A-THON
When: Sept. 7, 2025,8:00am-2:00pm
Del Mar Dog Beach
See the world’s best surfing dogs show off their skills.

CARDIFF GREEK FESTIVAL
WHEN: Sept.6-7,2025 10:00am-10:00pm
Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church
Arich cultural experience filled with vibrant music, lively dancing, and fruitful shopping.

VISTA VIKING FESTIVAL
WHEN: Sept.20-21,2025
Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum (AGSEM) in Vista, The Viking festival returns for its 23rd year as a San Diego event. This year we celebrate The Year of the Valkyrie. Enjoy live music and thrilling combat demonstrations and competitions.

5TH ANNUAL ARTWALK CARLSBAD
When: Sept.22-21,2025
Fine art on display and for sale by the artists, who travel from all over the US and Mexico to show and sell their work. In a venue overlooking the ocean, attendees can explore different facets of art while enjoying beautiful views and much more.

ANNUAL PACIFIC ISLANDER FESTIVAL
When: Sept.22-21,2025
The annual festival this year is at Mission Beach to celebrate the culture and tradition of the Melanesian, Micronesian & Pacific Islander people. There will be entertainment groups from local and other cities, States and overseas.

ADAMS AVENUE STREET FAIR
When: Sept.20-21,2025
Adams Avenue Street Fair is SoCal's largest free two-day music festival

TROLLEY DANCES
When: Sept.20&21,2025
Making dance accessible to our entire community by taking art “to the people.”

POWAY RODEO
When: Sept.26-27,2025
Professional rodeo cowboys from around the country compete during the annual Poway Rodeo. Can they hold on for 8 seconds?

LA JOLLA ART AND WINE FESTIVAL
WHEN: Oct 12–13, 2025
An annual event showcasing prestigious art, regional and international wines, craft beer and spirits, and family-friendly fun! Featuring more than 170 artists.

BEACHSIDE FALL FEST
WHEN: Thru Oct. 25, 2025
The magic of the season will transform the 97-year-old seaside Belmont Park into a vibrant taste of fall! FREE Trick-or-Treating every Sunday in October, live acoustic performances, and a festive beer garden Friday nights.

SAN DIEGO FILIPINO FILM FESTIVAL
WHEN: Oct 10–12, 2025
A platform to amplify Filipinx visions, voices, and stories, and foster new interest in filmmaking and cinema as art throughout the local and global Filipinx community.

SAN DIEGO ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL
WHEN: Oct 1–11, 2025
The San Diego Italian Film Festival showcases the best of new Italian film with a series of premieres ranging from dramas and comedies to documentaries.

PACIFIC BEACHFEST
WHEN: Oct 4, 2025
Pacific BeachFest has something for everyone, including a fish taco contest, beach volleyball, craft beer, kids activities, and live music!

TASTE OF NORTH PARK
WHEN: Oct 4, 2025
Enjoy over 40 food tastes and 15 craft beer/craft cider sips from North Park’s best restaurants and breweries.

HAUNTED HARVEST & HAYRIDE
WHEN: Oct 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2025
Haunted Hayride, Pumpkin Seed Spitting Contest, Apple Bobbing Contest, Harvest Hoedown with Jug Band, Apple Cider Pressing and Tasting. Julian, CA.

PUMPKIN EXPRESS
WHEN: Oct 4–26, 2025
Join the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Association in the Pumpkin Express Halloween Celebration, complete with a train ride, pumpkin patch, and more. Campo, CA.

A TASTE OF CORONADO
WHEN: Oct 8, 2025
Take a culinary trip around the world sampling from Coronado bistros. This will be a night to remember—bring your friends!

HAUNTFEST ON MAIN STREET
WHEN: Oct 17, 2025
HauntFest on Main in Downtown El Cajon with a pumpkin patch, costume contest, kids zone, rides, and more!

SAN DIEGO PADRES BASEBALL SEASON
WHEN: NOW - SEPTEMBER 28, 2025
Wrap up the baseball season at Petco Park with the San Diego Padres

POWAY RODEO
When: Sept. 26-27, 2025
Professional rodeo cowboys from around the country compete during the annual Poway Rodeo. Can they hold on for 8 seconds?

KEN WHALEN SURF CHALLENGE
When: Sept. 7, 2025 San Fernando Place, Mission
Beach. The Ken Whalen Surf Challenge is in memory of Ken's love for family, surfing, and the beach.

SAN DIEGO BAYFAIR
When: Sept. 12-14 2025
San Diego Bayfair's World Series of Powerboat Racing - a family festival tradition for more than 40 years speeds to the finish line.

LA JOLLA COVE SWIM
When: Sept. 7, 2025
A San Diego event for over 100 years. One and three-mile courses.

BELMONT PARK DIPPER DASH
When: Sept. 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Join us for Belmont Dipper Dash 5k, an event perfect for families! Starting and ending in the heart of Belmont Park.

NISSAN SUPER GIRL SURF PRO
When: Sept. 19-21, 2025
Jam-packed with world-class surfing competition and a festival village loaded with female-inspired vendors, activities and amazing entertainment. The event is free to attend!

OMBAC CLASSIC LONGBOARD SURFING CONTEST
When: Sept. 13, 2025
Grab your vintage surfboard (or beach chair) and gather for a nostalgic longboard competition at the North Side of Crystal Pier in Pacific Beach

SOLENTO SURF FESTIVAL
When: Sept. 13-20, 2025
An exhilarating mix of adrenaline-pumping surf competitions, live music, film festival, and art exhibit along with colorful local food and refreshing beverages.

SAN DIEGO PADRES BASEBALL SEASON
HIGH HOPES FOR THE PLAYOFFS!

CARMEL VALLEY TRAIL 15K, 10K AND 5K
WHEN: Oct 11, 2025
Participants will experience a combination of single track and dirt service road trails through beautiful open spaces.

XTERRA WETSUITS MISSION BAY TRIATHLON
WHEN: Oct 12, 2025
Join us at the birthplace of the sport for the Mission Bay Triathlon! Competitors from around the country will return to Mission Bay to celebrate the triathlon.

MCRD BOOT CAMP CHALLENGE
WHEN: Oct 18, 2025
The MCRD Boot Camp Challenge features obstacles used only by Marine Recruits, plus USMC Drill Instructors providing direction and encouragement.

USA ULTIMATE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
WHEN: Oct 23–26, 2025
The USA Ultimate National Championships represent the pinnacle of elite ultimate in North America and crown champions in three divisions: men’s, mixed, and women’s.

PACIFIC BEACH HALF MARATHON & 5K
WHEN: Oct 4–5, 2025
Seasoned marathoner or a 5K newbie? They’re rolling out the coastal carpet.

SOLENTO SURF FESTIVAL
When: Sept. 13-20, 2025
The vibrant convergence of surfing, film, art and music that starts with a free surf festival followed by a film festival, all in the beautiful seaside village of Encinitas.

ANNUAL PACIFIC ISLANDER FESTIVAL
When:Sept.20-21,2025
The annual festival this year is at Ski Beach to celebrate the culture andtradition of the Melanesian, Micronesian 
& Pacific Islander people. There will be entertainment groups from local and other cities, States and overseas.

CARDIFF GREEK FESTIVAL
When: Sept. 6-7, 2025
Food, friends, family, music & dance, games, culture, faith... who could ask for anything more?
(besides a plane ticket to Greece, LOL). Come experience Greece right here in Cardiff & Encinitas.

FALL FEST AT BELMONT PARK
When: Now- Oct. 31, 2025
This event offers new and exciting activities for both kids and adults. Celerating 100 years!

OLD TOWN SAN DIEGO FIESTAS PATRIAS
When: Sept. 13, 2025
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day in Old Town San Diego while commemorating and experiencing the rich and diverse culture of Mexico and California.

CRSSD FESTIVAL
When: Sept. 27-28, 2025
CRSSD Festival is a 2-day electronic music festival at the 12 acre San Diego Waterfront Park featuring three stages and 36+ performers. IThe festival will offer craft beer, mixed drinks, food, & more.

OKTOBERFEST IN EL CAJON
WHEN: Oct 3–5, 2025
San Diego County's most traditional Oktoberfest—fun for the whole family! Live German Oom-Pah music, authentic German food, German beers on tap, and so much more!

LA MESA OKTOBERFEST
WHEN: Oct 3–5, 2025
Three days of festive live music, including Oompa bands, top-notch German food, and of course, steins filled to the brim with German and craft beer!

CARLSBAD OKTOBERFEST
WHEN: Sept 20, 2025
Annual Oktoberfest Fall Festival featuring authentic German meals from Tip Top Meats, live German music, and a BierGarten!

OCEAN BEACH OKTOBERFEST
WHEN: Oct 10–11, 2025
The Ocean Beach Oktoberfest is a two-day, eclectic, beachside festival with exciting activities, contests, and entertainment.

OCEANSIDE DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL
WHEN: Oct 26, 2025
Altars, arts and crafts, Por Siempre car show, a chalk cemetery, and more!

DEL MAR HARVEST FESTIVAL
WHEN: Oct 3–5, 2025
Hundreds of artisans exhibiting American handmade items, strolling entertainment, festival food, and a kid zone.

LA JOLLA ART AND WINE FESTIVAL
WHEN: Oct 12–13, 2025
An annual event showcasing prestigious art, regional and international wines, craft beer and spirits, and family-friendly fun! Featuring more than 170 artists.

ESCONDIDO GRAND AVENUE FESTIVAL
WHEN: Oct 19, 2025
Live entertainment, over 400 vendors, children’s rides and activities, plus food from around the world along the tree-lined streets of Downtown Escondido.

RANCHO BERNARDO FESTIVAL
WHEN: Oct 19, 2025
Rancho Bernardo’s favorite beer festival is back!

BORREGO DAYS DESERT FESTIVAL
WHEN: Oct 18–19, 2025
Live bands, an acclaimed comedy hypnosis show, art exhibits, kids' zone, food vendors, and artisans.

ENCINITAS DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS CELEBRATION
WHEN: Oct 25, 2025
Celebrate life with live performances, art-making workshops, a student art exhibit, artist demos, food trucks, and more at the Encinitas Día de los Muertos.