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What: Hillcrest City Fest
When: Sunday August 10, 2014
Where: Street Fair Hillcrest, San Diego
Description: For the third year in a row, stay past sundown and dance with Hillcrest’s best DJ’s under the Hillcrest sign with CITYFEST NIGHT! CityFest takes place in the heart of Hillcrest and is a huge celebration of community spirit through music, arts, crafts, and food and attracts 150,000+ attendees each year. CityFest 2014 will be on Sunday, August 10, 2014 from 12 p.m. – 11 p.m. 2014 marks the 30th year that Hillcrest will host the major street fair known as CityFest. With a rich history of community and spirit, Hillcrest has much to celebrate. Games, activities, over 250 vendors, live headliner music, a beer garden and much more, CityFest is a celebration of spirit and play each year in San Diego, California.
What: Del Mar Grill Fest
When: Saturday, August 9, 2014
Where: Del Mar Racing, San Diego
Description: The Del Mar Grill Fest is our 2nd annual BBQ grilling festival held in the Seaside Concert area on Saturday, August 9. The Fest features the flavorings of 20 seasoned BBQ pros and local restaurants.
Grillers include: Devil Dogs BBQ, The ‘Que Abides, Jo’s Texas Brisket, Dickey’s BBQ Pit, Fargo’s BBQ, Don Ellis BBQ, Capetown and more.
Grillers include: The event is free with racetrack admission of $6. A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit Kristie’s Place which provides care for critically ill children. Make sure to visit the Kristie’s Place booth for a chance to win prizes.
What: 3rd Annual Loving Local Music & Local Food Event
When: Sunday August 10, 2014
Where: Driscoll’s Wharf in Point Loma, San Diego
Description: The 3rd Annual Loving Local Music and Local Food participants enjoy a beautiful waterfront view. Listen to the swinging music of the Whitney Shay Quartet, and the blues and cajun sounds of the Bayou Brothers with Michele Lundeen. It’s an elegant night out – and it all helps to support Blues Lovers United San Diego and Slow Food Urban San Diego.
Last years event was a sell out, so don’t delay getting your tickets. Buy your tickets now!
What: Oceanside International Film Festival
When: Ongoing till August 10, 2014
Where: Oceanside San Diego
Description: Oceanside International Film Festival officially kicks off a season of various film festivals, which are conducted annually in San Diego county and usually continue through the Fall. Established in 2009, OIFF is an opportunity for independent filmmakers to have their work screened and judged.
Oceanside International Film Festival is a public event conceived and once again underwritten by Oceanside Cultural Arts Foundation, OIFF is a committee of OCAF which is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Get your tickets now!
Cost: $10 – $35
What: Loading Dock Lunches
When: Friday August 8, 2014
Where: MCASD Downtown, Jacobs Building, San Diego
Description: Feed your hunger for art at this popular pairing of food truck lunch meets art conversation. You’re invited to dine in our loading dock, mingle with our staff and members of the community, enjoy delicious bites from Stuffed food truck, and peruse our downtown galleries free of charge.
What: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
When:Friday August 8, 2014
Where: Valley View Casino Center, San Diego
Description: Behold the living legends! Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® brings the unbelievable to Children Of All Ages in an all-new show – – Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Presents LEGENDS. Experience unimaginable family fun, as amazing performers from around the globe perform awe-inspiring feats of daring, spectacles of strength and thrills of wonder to summon the mythical and mysterious creatures of the past: a unicorn, a Pegasus and a Woolly Mammoth! Join us for an unforgettable family night of legendary proportions! Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Presents LEGENDS!
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Legends Show Dates & Times:
Thursday August 7th at 7:00PM
Friday August 8th at 11:00AM & 7:00PM
Saturday August 9th at 11:00AM, 3:00PM & 7:00PM
Sunday August 10th at 1:00PM & 5:00PM
What:Urban Mobile Market Every Friday
When: Friday August 8, 2014
Where: The Headquarters, West harbor Drive, San Diego
Description: Every Friday through August, The Headquarters will be the location of downtown’s newest “Pop-up Park” bringing some of the area’s top food, fashion and entertainment to The Headquarters. From 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. foodies and fashionistas can sample and discover the latest from top trending chefs and designers who will gather at The Headquarters in their mobile stores. Also enjoy live musicians in this unique outdoor lounge setting.
What: Winkie Con 50 – Oz Con International
When: Friday August 8, 2014
Where: The Town and Country Resort and Convention Center, San Diego
Description: This year’s Winkie Con not only marks our first half-century, but also our first convention in San Diego – a city with many connections to L. Frank Baum, the creator of Oz. Baum spent winters at the Hotel Del Coronado and then rented a house in Coronado where he wrote the fifth Oz book, The Road to Oz. The coast of La Jolla was a starting point in several of Baum’s fantasies, including The Scarecrow of Oz. We’ll be exploring these San Diego connections to Oz and more at Winkie Con 50.
What: 9th Annual Dog Days of Summer
When: Saturday, August 9, 2014
Where: Cardiff by The Say, San Diego
Description: Dog Days of Summer is San Diego County’s largest dog-centric event! Beginning at 10am watch or enter in 6 different dog contests including Best Kisser and Best Dressed. New this year, musical talents will be showcased in the afternoon with Tolan Shaw at 1 pm and Trouble in the Wind at 3 pm.
Come enjoy this community event. You may even meet your new furry best friend!
The 30th Annual Philippine Cultural Arts Festival
Balboa Park, San Diego
Saturday, August 9, to Sunday, August 10, 2014
The festival will be featuring Filipino food and treats from CARIN de Ria, Ice Blast Shaved Ice, Cravory Cookies, BnB Kettle Corn, and Mostra Coffee.
Businesses and organizations such as Upper Classmen, Kahoy Kollection, Origami Owl, YMCA, & Operation Samahan.
Interactive workshops will be held all day. Join in and experience the Philippine culture first-hand!
Saturday August 9 – Angie Girl (Angie Jenkins) will be headlining at 4:30pm.
Sunday August 10 – Comedian/magician Justin Rivera will be headlining at 4:30pm. (video is PG-18 please open with caution)
What: Vista Summer Fun Fest and Movie in the Park
When: Saturday, August 9, 2014
Where: Brengle Terrace Park, San Diego
Description: Brengle Terrace Park will be alive with free family fun starting at 3 pm! The Summer Fun Fest goes from 3pm – 7pm and features the Lindley Lopez Family Circus, lots of kids’ activities, bounce houses, free food, live entertainment and so much more!
At 8pm, enjoy the blockbuster animated hit film “The Lego Movie” as part of the City of Vista’s Movies in the Park series. This free event is perfect for the entire family. Come early with a picnic, and don’t forget your blanket and chairs. Rated PG.
Fun Fest includes the Lindley Lopez Circus, free kids’ crafts & activities, bounce houses, food booth, live entertainment, and more. Come early, bring a blanket, a picnic and get a good seat! (Free popcorn!) Movies begin at 8 pm.
What: Carlsbad Art in the Village
When: Sunday August 10, 2014
Where: Carlsbad Village, San Diego
Description: Held on the second Sunday every August, The Carlsbad Village Association (CVA)’s Art in the Village will return this August 10, bringing over 100 local and regional artists for a one-day, open air event. Celebrating the dynamic art culture in Carlsbad Village and the surrounding areas, the event attracts thousands of residents and a diverse selection of fine artists, sculptors, photographers and craftsmen.
Artists who are interested in participating should contact Brian Roth, Show Manager, by phone at (760) 945-9288 or email at info@kennedyfaires.com.
What: CMRCC Craft Beer Fest
When: Sunday August 10, 2014
Where: Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club, San Diego
Description: Enjoy your Sunday Funday at Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club for our Craft Beer Fest! Try fifteen 4 oz beer tastings from 5 local San Diego Breweries, Tapas staions and more!
Participating Breweries:
Stone Brewing Co.
The Lost Abbey
Mother Earth Brew CO.
Saint Archer Brewing Co.
Modern Times Beer
Contact today for more information or to book your reseration (858) 487-9224
Cost: $40
