Spend the upcoming weekend in San Diego enjoying everything California’s Beach City has to offer including these top things to do.
San Diego’s LGBT Pride Weekend
Mark your calendars for when San Diego LGBT Pride rolls out its annual mile-long parade in the heart of Hillcrest followed by a two-day music festival held within the idyllic setting of Balboa Park. The organization recently released its artist lineup for the festival, which carries wide appeal to the thousands of visitors Pride receives each year.
When: July 15-17, 2016
> Find out more about the Pride of Hillcrest Block Party
> Find out more about the Pride 5K
> Find out more about the Pride Parade
> Find out more about the Pride Music Festival
Opening Day at Del Mar Racetrack
More than 40,000+ race fans are expected to attend what’s defined as one of the most fabulous, fashionable and fun festivities in the west – Opening Day at Del Mar. This day is not only about big bets and fast horses, but celebrating the season in style. Fashion-minded guests may participate in Del Mar’s annual tradition, the Opening Day Hats Contest where entrants compete for cash prizes and judged on creativity and style.
Where: Del Mar Racetrack – 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014
When: July 15, 2016
Time: 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Cost: $10-$20
> Find out more about Opening Day at Del Mar Racetrack
San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants
Catch the San Diego Padres take on the San Francisco Giants at Petco Park! Game day event and promotions include: Friday – Flights & Bites, Saturday – $10 coupon to the Padres Majestic Team Store, and Sunday – Kidsfest.
Where: Petco Park – 100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
When: July 15-17, 2016
> Find out more about the Padres v. Giants
Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival
The 2016 Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival will feature world-class sandcastle sculptors creating some of the best sand creations on the West Coast as well as a community parade and pancake breakfast, live music, children’s craft activities, a Kids ‘n Kastles competition, Farmer’s Market and International Food Fair.
Where: Pier Plaza – 10 Evergreen Avenue, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
When: July 15-16, 2016
Cost: Free
> Find out more about the Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival
Classical Mystery Tour – A Tribute to The Beatles
Remember where you were when you first heard ‘Sgt. Pepper’? Relive those moments with the 50th anniversary commemoration of the Liverpool boys’ final tour as a group. From ‘Sgt. Pepper’ to ‘Rubber Soul’, from ‘I Wanna Hold Your Hand’ to ‘Here Comes the Sun’, this magical evening makes everyone feel young again
Where: Embarcadero Marina Park South – 206 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA 92101
When: July 15-16, 2016
Time: 7:30 to 10:00 PM
Cost: $20-$85
> Find out more about the Classical Mystery Tour – A Tribute to The Beatles
Festival of the Bells
This weekend event celebrates the anniversary of Mission San Diego de Alcalá, the Mother of California’s 21 Missions, with food, entertainment, dancing and traditional activities like the Blessing of the Bells and the Blessing of the Animals. All five Mission bells are rung during the weekend festivities, including an original bell dating back to 1802.
Where: Mission San Diego de Alcalá – 10818 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108
When: July 16-17, 2016
Cost: Free
> Find out more about the Festival of the Bells
Rubio’s Coast Fest
A celebration of the ocean and its many gifts.This year’s CoastFest is full of exciting freebies and activities including live music, free food, a beer garden and free surf lessons. Additionally, browse interactive booths from partners like Spy Optics, Fiat, and the California Surf Museum.
Where: Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre – 200 N. The Strand, Oceanside, CA 92054
When: July 16, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about Rubio’s Coast Fest
2016 Annual Over The Line Tourney
Batter Up! It’s time once again for sun, sand and the annual Over the Line (OTL) tournament, a San Diego invented sport. If you have never seen OTL before, go check it out on Fiesta Island in Mission Bay. You will not regret it. Remember, observe the five B’s rule: No Babies, No Bottles, No Bowsers, No Bikes, No Boas. Enjoy!
Where: Fiesta Island in Mission Bay
When: July 16-17, 2016
Time: 7:30 AM to Dusk
Cost: Free to watch
> Find out more about the 2016 Over the Line Tournament
More Top Things to Do in San Diego
- Summer Vibes Ready to Reverberate at SeaWorld – Thru September 5, 2016
- Nighttime Zoo at the San Diego Zoo – Thru September 5, 2016
- Summer Safari at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park – Thru August 14, 2016
- Summer Whale Watching – Thru September 4, 2016
- Stagecoach Days: Celebrating The Wild West In San Diego
- Widespread Panic – July 12, 2016
- Ain’t Misbehavin’ – July 13 – August 7, 2016
- Tom Segura – July 14-16, 2016
- Unite! Music Festival – July 15-18, 2016
- Balboa Park after Dark – July 15, 2016
- Movies & More by the Lake: The Princess Bride – July 15, 2016
- Todrick Hall Presents Straight Outta Oz – July 16, 2016
- Craft Classic Half Marathon & 5K – July 17, 2016
- Carlsbad Grand Prix of Cycling – July 17, 2016
- World Famous Gospel Brunch – July 17, 2016
- Del Mar BBQ State Championship – July 17, 2016
- La Jolla Concerts by the Sea – July 17 – September 4, 2016
> Find more Top Things to Do on the San Diego Event Calendar
