Spend the upcoming weekend in San Diego enjoying everything California’s Beach City has to offer including these top things to do.
Tiger Style!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNPCzgMYl1w
Star students and squabbling siblings Albert and Jennifer Chen used to represent the pinnacle of adolescent achievement. But when it comes to adulthood, they’re epic failures. Albert’s just been passed up for promotion and Jennifer’s been dumped by her loser boyfriend. So they do what any reasonable egghead brother and sister would do and go on an Asian Freedom Tour! Travelling from California to China, Tiger Style! embraces the inner slacker and the outer tiger parent in all of us.
Where: La Jolla Playhouse –
When: September 6 – October 2, 2016
Cost: Tickets start at $20
> Find out more about Tiger Style!
Disney’s The Lion King
More than 80 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music, and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage. Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Disney’s THE LION KING brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway.
Where: San Diego Civic Theatre – 1100 Third Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
When: September 7 – October 2, 2016
Cost: $25-$140
> Find out more about Disney’s The Lion King
Horrible Imaginings Film Festival
[facebook url=”https://www.facebook.com/HorribleImaginings/videos/1216871008365459/”]This is San Diego’s premiere celebration of horror – a genre that has been an important part of storytelling since humans started telling them. Monsters, shadows, and things that go bump in the night are the guests of honor on the gorgeous cinema screen – prepare for Halloween early!
Where: Museum of Photographic Arts – 1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
When: September 7-11, 2016
Cost: $10-$200
> Find out more about the Horrible Imaginings Film Festival
San Diego Padres vs. Colorado Rockies
Catch the San Diego Padres take on the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park! Game day events and promotions include: Thursday – Star Wars Day, Friday – BeerFest, Saturday – SD USB Charger giveaway, Sunday – KidsFest.
Where: Petco Park – 100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
When: September 7-11, 2016
> Find out more about the Padres vs. Rockies
Fleet Week Party at the Pier
Kick off Fleet Week with a fun-filled evening on the waterfront! Live music and entertainment, food trucks and a beer garden.
Where: B Street Pier – 1140 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
When: September 9, 2016
Time: 4:30 to 7:30 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about Fleet Week Party at the Pier
Coronado Art Walk
Paintings, hand crafted jewelry, photography, ceramics, woodworking and other mediums will be featured. This is a free event where the public can enjoy seeing an extraordinary handcrafted display. You may find that one of a kind piece of art you have been looking forward to owning. Other highlights included: Participation by the Coronado Ferry Landing’s Restaurants, Galleries and Shops, musical entertainment throughout both days from the Ferry Landing Stage as well as free art activities for young and old alike.
Where: Coronado Ferry Landing -1201 1st St, Coronado, CA 92118
When: September 10-11, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about the Coronado Art Walk
38th Annual Cardiff Greek Festival
Authentic Greek food, heavenly pastries, award winning greek folk dance performances, church tours, cooking demos, musical performances, kids games, market, and deli. Dance to live greek music. Free Parking. Fun for the whole family!
Where: 3459 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff by-the-Sea, CA 92007
When: September 10-11, 2016
Cost: $3. Child 12 and Under – Free
> Find out more about 38th Annual Cardiff Greek Festival
San Diego Brazilian Day Festival
Touted as the largest Brazilian festival on the West Coast. A free, fun and family friendly festival, activities include a street fair with more than 150 vendors, food court, kids zone and carnaval parade complete with floats. Music from Brazil is the sound for the day with 2 stages for bands and performing groups.
Where: Pacific Beach – One block from the beach on Garnet Ave., San Diego, CA
When: September 10, 2016
Time: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about the San Diego Brazilian Day Festival
Fleet Week Sea & Air Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRjCtRbil_c
This event is soaring back to San Diego with great fanfare as we prepare to experience the best of the U.S. military on display and in action with cruisers, amphibious ships, destroyers, frigates, submarines, and landing craft in addition to a demonstration of SEAL capabilities, Coast Guard Search and Rescue, a fly-over of contemporary Navy and World War II aircraft, and much more.
Where: San Diego Bay
When: September 10, 2016
Time: 12:00 to 2:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about the Fleet Week Sea & Air Parade
3rd Annual Carlsbad Brewfest
You’ll enjoy tastings of some of the finest craft beers from San Diego County and beyond in Carlsbad’s historic Holiday Park. Besides amazing brews and fun games to test your skill, this year we have two awesome beer education sessions featuring Erik Fowler of White Labs and Paul Segura, Brewmaster of Karl Strauss. We’ll have awesome music to rock your senses and of course, there will be food vendors with scrumptious fare to tempt your taste buds.
Where: Holiday Park – 3400 Pio Pico Dr., Carlsbad, CA 92008
When: September 10, 2016
Time: 12:00 to 4:30 PM
Cost: $10-$50
> Find out more about the 3rd Annual Carlsbad Brewfest
South Bay Pride Art & Musical Festival
Fantastic Live Bands, DJ’s and Dancing, Artisans galore with Great Food, Beverages and Cocktails throughout the event, Beach Activities, and much more!
Where: Chula Vista Bayside Park – 999 Bayside Parkway, Chula Vista, CA 91910
When: September 10, 2016
Time: 12:00 to 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about South Bay Pride Art & Musical Festival
San Diego Blues Festival
This year, the San Diego Blues Festival is honored to present their best lineup of performers yet. Grammy winners Los Lobos will headline the event and be joined by Blues Hall of Fame member Bobby Rush, Nikki Hill, Watermelon Slim and others. Their lineup features nine acts over the course of Saturday covering a broad spectrum of blues styles.
Where: Embarcadero Marina Park North – 400 Kettner Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101
When: September 10, 2016
Time: 12:00 to 8:00 PM.
Cost: $25-$250. Kids 12 and Under – Free
> Find out more about the San Diego Blues Festival
Burgers & Beers
Try gourmet burgers from more than 30 of the best restaurants as they compete to win the “Best Burger” award. While you eat your weight in burgers and bask in the San Diego sunshine, there will be live music, great beer available at the cash bar and more.
Where: Golden Hill Park – 2590 Golden Hill Dr., San Diego, CA 92102
When: September 10, 2016
Time: 1:00 to 4:00 PM
Cost: $15-$50
> Find out more about Burgers & Beers
Kathy Griffin
Two-time Emmy and Grammy Award-winning comedian Kathy Griffin will have audiences doubled over with laughter with her rapid fire wit, outrageous musings on popular culture, and hilarious celebrity anecdotes. A towering figure on television, on tour, and in publishing, Griffin breaks through the entertainment clutter with her universally recognized brand of pull-no-punches comedy.
Where: California Center for the Arts, Escondido – 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025
When: September 10, 2016
Time: 7:30 to 10:00 PM
Cost: $45-$85
> Find out more about Kathy Griffin
More Top Thing to Do in San Diego
- Opera on Track – Thru October 9, 2016
- Pure Project Beer Release: Everyday California – September 7, 2016
- San Diego Fire Association Fundraiser – September 7, 2016
- CityBeats’s Five Minute Film Festival – September 7, 2016
- Pablo Francisco – September 8-11, 2016
- Art Show at Bay City Brewery – September 8, 2016
- Painting on Tap – September 8, 2016
- Play on the Bay: A Charity Event by Loews Coronado – September 9, 2016
- 2016 Summer Series – “Poppy” by Jerry Hager – September 10-11, 2016
- USS Midway Museum’s 71st Birthday – September 10, 2016
- Annual Coronado MainStreet Garden Party – September 10, 2016
- Santee Bluegrass Festival – September 10, 2016
- Local Brews Local Grooves – September 10, 2016
- Giro di San Diego GranFondo – September 11, 2016
- Cellar School: Blending Workshop – September 11, 2016
- Bon Voyage: Songs from the Sea – September 11, 2016
- Can’t Pay, Won’t Pay – September 11, 2016
> Find more Top Things to Do on the San Diego Event Calendar
