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SAN DIEGO EVENTS CALENDAR (updated September 1st)
*Please call to confirm times, dates-- they are subject to change without notice.
SEPT 2 - 5
ART SAN DIEGO Contemporary Art Fair: ART SAN DIEGO 2010 will be held September 2-5, 2010, at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel. Featuring prominent galleries representing contemporary artwork by established and emerging artists from around the world. It is an especially rich venue for surveying the dynamic work of Latin American artists. The Fair includes a VIP Opening Night, distinguished guest speakers, luxury brand displays, city-wide cultural programs, and exclusive wine and food events. $15. Info www.artsandiego-fair.com
SEPT 3 - 5
Barona's 40th Annual Pow Wow: Mark your calendars for the 40th annual Barona Pow-Wow on September 3-5. Over $60,000 in prize money will be given, and there will be contest dancing. All drums and dancers are welcome. Admission and camping is free. Info www.barona-nsn.gov
SEPT 3 - 5
San Diego Symphony Summer Pops: 1812 Tchaikovsky Spectacular!Our season finale! The Summer Pops wouldn’t be complete without Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and his thunderous 1812 Overture. Also on the program: 15-year old violin phenom—Chad Hoopes performing Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto. Celebrate your Labor Day Weekend with family, friends and the San Diego Symphony! $17-$76. Info www.sandiegosymphony.com
SEPT 4
Family Film Day: Join us for a film and an activity filled with fun! The event starts at 1:00pm. Suggested $5 donation. Info www.mopa.org
SEPT 4
House of Ukraine 50th Anniversary Concert: House of Ukraine 50th Anniversary Concert featuring DESNA Ukrainian Dance Company of Toronto and Violin Virtuoso, Vasyl Popadiuk. Concert from 7:00 p.m. -9:30 p.m. Children $10- Adults $20 ($25 at the door). 6611 University Avenue, San Diego. Info 760-689-2852 or www.houseofukraine.com
SEPT 4
Julian Grape Stomp Festa: Every September the Julian Chamber of Commerce celebrates the harvest of the grapes with a real, olde-world style grape stomp and festa at the Menghini Winery. This grape stomp out-does all others by providing two barrels for stomping--one for adults and one for children. Tons of grapes are blessed then poured into the barrels. The atmosphere is created by Italian music by Roman Holiday, dancing, Bocci Ball competitions, stomping, wine tasting, a Jumbo Jump for the kids and a variety of food and crafts for sale will keep you busy. Situated in rolling hills covered with vineyards and apple orchards, the Menghini Winery offers an ideal setting for the Festa. $10 adults 21 and over (includes a commemorative wine glass), $5 ages 20 to 6, 5 and under free. Info (760) 765-1857 or www.julianca.com
SEPT 6
FREE FISHING DAY: While all fishing regulations, such as bag and size limits, gear restrictions, fishing hours and stream closures remain in effect; there are two Saturdays each year where anyone can fish without purchasing a fishing license. Note, free fishing is available all year long on California public piers or for those under 16 years. Info www.dfg.ca.gov
SEPT 6 - 17
Barona $1 Million Hole-in-One Shootout : For ten days, golfers of all ages and skill levels can pay $1 per ball to take their best shot at making a hole-in-one or coming closest to the 125-yard pin. The top ten golfers on each of the qualifying days win great daily prizes. The top golfer each day, as well as everyone who makes a hole-in-one, qualifies for the $1 Million Final Shootout at Barona Creek Golf Club. Price: $1 per ball. Info www.holidaybowl.com
SEPT 7 - OCT 17
Limelight-The Story of Charlie Chaplin: He came to America an unknown. He left amidst scandals and controversy. In between, Charlie Chaplin became one of the best-loved and most famous entertainers in the world. From the gritty streets and smoky music halls of London to movie screens across the world, Limelight goes behind the camera to show how a comic genius found soaring success and later fell from grace. Limelight provides a moving and delightful close-up on the man who changed motion pictures forever. La Jolla Playhouse. $44.00-80.00. Info www.lajollaplayhouse.org
SEPT 8 - 25
Miss Saigon: The international musical sensation performed outdoors under the stars. Price: $22-$45. Moonlight Stage Productions. Info www.moonlightstage.com
SEPT 9
MEXICAN FILM CLASSICS - Cronos: This 1993 Mexican horror film shows you a different sort of vampire. Cronos garnered much success in the US despite its extremely limited release. Free to MoPA Members, $6 Students,$8 General.
The event starts at 7:00pm. Info www.mopa.org
SEPT 10
16th Annual San Diego Festival of Beer: This year's Sixteenth annual Festival of Beer will take over the streets at Columbia and B once more to bring you a fun-filled evening with a goal of 6,000 beer lovers like yourself enjoying the sounds of live music while sampling from seventy five different breweries. The admission price includes ten (4oz.) beer tastings. Inside the SDFoB there are food and munchies for sale in addition to a selection of fine wines for purchase by the glass. The first 6,000 guests will receive a free souvenir event logo tasting mug that is theirs to use throughout the evening and to keep when they go home. Info www.sdbeerfest.org
SEPT 10 - 12
Fall Home/Garden Show: The Annual Fall Home/Garden Show returns to the Del Mar Fairgrounds and features over 425 exhibits, including furnishings, home improvement, gardening product, and decorating ideas. Receive comprehensive information while accessing numerous outdoor display gardens, garden marketplace and seminars. Open Friday, 11am-6pm, Saturday, 10am-6pm, and Sunday 10am-5pm. 11 am Fri, 10 am Sat/Sun - 6 pm Fri/Sat, 5 pm Sun. Del Mar Fairgrounds. $8 adults; 12 & under free. Info 858-350-3738 or http://www.fallhomegardenshow.com
SEPT 11
Coronado MainStreet Garden Party: Celebrate the Annual Garden Party. Guests will enjoy a "Taste of Coronado", entertainment and no-host beverages at this annual community celebration. There will be a wine tasting and brew from the Coronado Brewing Company. Aberdeen Dr. between Orange Ave. Coronado. Info www.coronadomainstreet.com
SEPT 11
Grape Day Festival and Parade: The Grape Day Festival and Parade has deep roots in Escondido as a free community celebration of its heritage. Started in 1908, it is Escondido's oldest and longest running event. Parade features equestrian, floats, marching bands and walking groups. Nearly 100 vendors, including arts and crafts will fill the park. Parade on Grand Avenue begins at 9:30am at Escondido Boulevard and marches through Juniper. 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. Grape Day Park. Info 760-743-8207 or www.escondidohistory.org
SEPT 11
Jazz 88 OB Music & Art Festival: Remember the OB Jazz Festival? Well, get ready for an even BIGGER Jazz 88 event this year! Presenting the Jazz 88 OB Music & Art Festival! 5099 Newport Ave. and surrounding area. A moment of silence will be held to commemorate the fallen of 9/11. Many more venues this year, along with art, vendors, and food! Info www.OBMusicFest.org
SEPT 11
Green Flash Concert Series - Special Engagement: Legendary singers Peter Yarrow and Noel Paul Stookey of the folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary will perform a special concert as part of the 2010 Green Flash Concert Series, co-hosted by 102.1 KPRi FM. Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institute of Oceanography. 7:00pm. Info 858-534-4109 or www.aquarium.ucsd.edu
SEPT 11
2nd Saturday Art Walk Escondido: Every second Saturday various Downtown Escondido art galleries hold receptions from 5:00 to 8pm. 2:00pm - 9:00pm. Downtown Escondido Galleries, Grand Avenue. Free. Info (760) 745-8877 or www.downtownescondido.com
SEPT 12
La Jolla Rough Water Swim: America's premier rough water swim, a La Jolla summertime tradition since 1916. La Jolla Cove. Info 858-456-2100 or www.ljrws.com
SEPT 14 - NOV 7
Brighton Beach Memoirs and Broadway Bound: Two of the best and most popular classics from Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Neil Simon are brought together for an incredible theatrical event. These semi-autobiographical plays, which ran for a combined five years during their original Broadway runs, will be performed in a rotating repertory schedule. The Old Globe, Balboa Park. $29-$70. Info www.theoldglobe.org
SEPT 15 - NOV 15
Julian Apple Days Festival: A San Diego tradition “as American as apple pie” is the popular Annual Julian Fall Apple Harvest, September 15 – November 15, celebrating this historic mountain town’s famous homemade apple pies and ciders. Visitors can also enjoy acres of colorful fall foliage, charming bed and breakfast inns, art shows, quaint antique shops and live entertainment. Price: $5. Info 760-765-4758 or www.julianappledays.com
SEPT 16 - 18
San Diego Quilt Show: Hundreds of quilts on display, charity raffle, quilt sales booth, special exhibits, vendors, cloth doll display, quilting bee and wearable art. San Diego Convention Center. Info www.sandiegoquiltshow.com
SEPT 17 - 19
San Diego Bayfair’s World Series of Powerboat Racing: San Diego Bayfair’s World Series of Powerboat Racing – a family festival tradition for over 40 years speeds to the finish line. But it’s the family festival, live entertainment, vendors, great food and beer gardens, fireworks, kid’s fun zone and other family activities, which set the event apart from others, all in San Diego’s jewel, Mission Bay Park. Price: $10 - $45. VIP tickets available. Children 12 and under are free. Info www.sandiegobayfair.org
SEPT 17 - OCT 17
Notes from Underground: La Jolla Playhouse presents Notes from Underground, on stage at the Mandell Weiss Center for the Performing Arts on the UCSD campus in La Jolla. Info www.lajollaplayhouse.com
SEPT 18 - 19
Coronado Art Walk: Over 70 artists from around the country will be on hand displaying works ranging from paintings and photography to pottery, wood and glass pieces and jewelry. Attendance is free. Musical entertainment, family interactive art activities and double-decker buses to other Coronado sites will be available both days. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Coronado Ferry Landing, 1st Street and Orange Avenue. Info 619-435-7242 or www.coronadohistory.org
SEPT 19 - 24
San Diego Restaurant Week: Tantalize your palate with six nights of incredible dining experiences at San Diego County's finest restaurants during San Diego Restaurant Week. Participating restaurants are offering a 3-course (3 options per course), prix fixe menu for $30-$40 per person (plus tax, beverages and gratuity). There are no passes to buy, coupons to carry or cards to punch. You simply select the restaurant of your choice during San Diego Restaurant Week and select from a special 3-course dinner menu. *Price varies by restaurant. Various locations. $30-$40/person. Info www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com
SEPT 23 - 25
Human Rights Watch Film Festival: MoPA is proud to present the San Diego premier of the Human Rights Watch International Film Festival. The festival is comprised of revolutionary and groundbreaking films highlighting stories of courageous activists and survivors from across the globe. $5 MoPA Members, $8 Students , $10 General. Info www.mopa.org
SEPT 24 - 25
Annual Poway Coors Rodeo: The Poway Rodeo is a part of Poway Days, a 16-day community festival. Gates open at noon. Poway Rodeo Grounds, 14336 Tierra Bonita Rd, Poway. Info 866-776-7633 or www.powayrodeo.com
SEPT 24 - OCT 31
The Scream Zone: The Scream Zone one of San Diego's largest and scariest haunted attraction. Open on select dates in September and October, it features a huge House of Horror with rooms filled with terrifying scenes and scares lurking at every turn, a one-of-a-kind Haunted Hayride through the haunted barns on the world-famous Del Mar Race Track and The Chamber with the largest spinning tunnel in San Diego. 7:00PM-midnight, Fridays & Saturdays, 7:00-11:00PM, other days (when open). Parking is free in The Scream Zone lot only. Please enter through the Solana Gate off Via de la Valle between Jimmy Durante Boulevard and the Coast Highway. Info 858-755-1161 or www.thescreamzone.com
SEPT 25 - 26
29th Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair: Southern California's largest free two-day musical festival, the 29th Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair returns to Normal Heights on September 25 – 26 with three beer gardens, six stages and more than 70 musical acts. Performing rock, country, folk, TexMex and more, the fair offers something for everyone; it also features arts and crafts, carnival rides, food vendor booths and street performances. Free. Normal Heights, Adams Avenue from 35th Street to Bancroft Street, San Diego. Info 619-282-7329 or www.adamsaveonline.com
SEPT 25
Annual Pacific Islander Festival: The 16th Annual Pacific Islander Festival, is a free event that showcases the cultures and customs of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia with continuous entertainment throughout the day. Held at Mission Bay’s Ski Beach, the event also features food, music and specialty crafts unique to each culture. Info 619-699-8797 or www.pacificislanders.com
SEPT 25 - 26
Cabrillo Festival: The Cabrillo Festival is a fun event for the entire family, with educational activities, cultural demonstrations and exciting folkloric performances. The Cabrillo Festival features food booths with delicious traditional Mexican, Native American, Portuguese and Spanish food. Vendors will showcase their various artistic goods. 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Drive. Info www.cabrillofestival.org
SEPT 25
Encinitas Oktoberfest & Street Fair: Free street fair spanning 5 blocks and featuring Bavarian dancers and bands, arts & crafters and other vendors, authentic German food by Tip Tops Meats, an authentic beer garden featuring Spaten Beer from Munich Germany, ceremonial parade, and more. There will be a family fun zone with games, inflatable "rides", and a rock climbing wall. Mountain Vista Drive and El Camino Real., Encinitas. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. Info 760-753-6041 or www.encinitaschamber.com
SEPT 25
Ocean Beach Craft Fair: Check out the array of local handmade art and crafts! At the foot of Newport Ave., in the grassy area by the pier. 9:00am - 3:00pm. Info www.oceanbeachsandiego.com
SEPT 25 - 26
ArtSplash: Chalk up great family fun September 25-26, 2010 at Carlsbad ArtSplash on Armada Drive overlooking the blue Pacific. Experience hands-on art-making opportunities, great food, juried fine art, chalk painting, sand sculpting, juggling, live music, stone stacking, family carnival, and Fern Street Circus! Free admission. Parking is free and easy. Info www.CarlsbadArtSplash.org or 760.436.2828
SEPT 25 - OCT 31
Welcome to Arroyo's: In 2010 Pulitzer Prize-finalist Kristoffer Diaz's Welcome to Arroyo’s, a brother and sister search for their respective places in the world after the death of their mother. Welcome to Arroyo’s will also be performed at Lincoln High School Center for the Arts as part of the Globe’s Southeastern San Diego Residency Project. Contains strong language. The Old Globe, Balboa Park. $29-$67. Info www.theoldglobe.org
SEPT 26
Willie Nelson: Willie Nelson is widely viewed as one of the most beloved and notorious country music singers in the world. His hits including "Remember Me", "If You've Got the Money I've Got the Time", "Uncloudy Day" and "I Love You a Thousand Ways" helped shape the country music of yesterday and today. Harrah's Rincon Casino & Resort's Open Sky Theatre. 8:00pm. 21 and up. $45, $65-$125 for preferred seating. Info 760-751-3100 or www.harrahsrincon.com
SEPT 29 - OCT 3
San Diego Film Festival: Recently voted one of the top ten hottest film festivals in the U.S.! Party for four days and nights with some of Hollywood’s hottest celebrities and the industries biggest names. SDFF 2010 will host over 75 films including: American & International films, documentaries, short films, and music videos. Ticketed event/all ages/21+ parties. Info: 619-582-2368 or www.sdff2010.com
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