Get ready to enjoy a fun and warm fall weekend in San Diego with these great things to do:
1. Old Town San Diego’s Dia de los Muertos
Colorful altars and other traditional celebrations of Day of the Dead, one of Mexico’s most revered and festive holidays, return to Old Town San Diego. This community-wide commemoration, which honors ancestors and other deceased loved ones with special menus, music, dancing and crafts, is free and designed for all ages.
Location: Old Town San Diego (map)
Dates: November 1-2, 2012
Cost: Free
> Find out more about San Diego’s Dia de los Muertos
2. Carlsbad Fall Village Faire
Head up to Carlsbad on Sunday, November 4 for the largest one day street fair in California. The Faire features over 800 exhibitors, international food and live entertainment.
Location: Grand Ave. from Carlsbad Blvd. to Jefferson St. (map)
Date: Sunday, November 4, 2012
Time: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about the Carlsbad Fall Village Faire
3. Fall Back Festival: the Children’s Historical Street Faire
The free Fall Back Festival brings the history and culture of the Gaslamp Quarter and Old San Diego alive for children and families. The event features entertainment such as a Wild West Shootout, hayrides, ice cream eating contest, clog dancing and food.
Location: 410 Island Avenue (map)
Date: Sunday, November 4, 2012
Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about the Fall Back Festival: the Children’s Historical Street Faire
4. 13th Annual Asian Film Festival
The San Diego Asian Film Festival is one of the largest exhibitions of Asian international and Asian American cinema in North America. Along with narrative features, the nine-day Festival also showcases documentaries, short films, and animation. Screenings take place at the Mission Valley UltraStar Cinema with tickets starting at $11.50.
Location: Mission Valley UltraStar Cinema (map)
Dates: November 1-9, 2012
Cost: Tickets start at $11.50
> Find out more about the 13th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival
5. San Diego Beer Week
The San Diego Brewers Guild Festival kicks of San Diego Beer Week (SDBW) this Saturday. SDBW is a ten-day celebration inspiring people to drink local, craft beer and promoting San Diego’s thriving brewing culture. With over 317 events throughout the week, visitors are sure to get their share of San Diego’s best brews.
Locations: Varies by event
Dates: November 2-11, 2012
Cost: Varies by event
> Find out more about San Diego Beer Week
Know of any other great events going on in San Diego? Let us and other know about them in the comments below.