Spend the upcoming weekend in San Diego enjoying everything California’s Beach City has to offer including these top things to do.
Oceanside International Film Festival
The Oceanside International Film Festival showcases features, documentaries, shorts, animation, and student works from filmmakers who have not yet signed distribution agreements and look for recognition among wider audiences. It also gives the film buffs a jump-start chance for viewing local and international films at a place in Southern California known for its rich history, beautiful beaches, and artistic freedom.
Where: Sunshine Brooks Theatre – 217 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054
When: Thru August 13, 2017
Cost: $10-$50
> Find out more about the Oceanside International Film Festival
Flicks on the Bricks
Flicks on the Bricks Year 11 – Mismatched Pairings! Another tantalizing offering of outdoor cinema and wine on the Athenaeum patio in the heart of La Jolla. Enjoy mismatched pairings on the screen and for the wine tasting! Come join the Athenaeum for hot summer fun!
Where: Athenaeum Music & Arts Library – 1008 Wall St, La Jolla, CA 92037
When: August 10-31, 2017
Cost: $17-$31
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Tiki Oasis 2017: International Intrigue
Intrigue abounds at Tiki Oasis this year. Imagine sampans drifting across the Banda Sea. Expect spies and their agencies to conduct counterintelligence resulting in entertainment for all. Our agents have traveled the world bringing back art, rum, and entertainment from countries around the globe.
Where: The Crowne Plaza Hotel – 2270 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108
When: August 10-13, 2017
Cost: $25-$450
> Find out more about Tiki Oasis 2017: International Intrigue
Battle on the Midway
The Battle On The Midway is proud to host competitors, their coaches, family, and friends from over 22 states and 3 states in our beautiful city. Wrestlers as young as 6 years old will wrestle on the Broadway Pier to earn the right to battle it out on the flight deck of the USS Midway Museum. Combining the perfect combination of national level competition with the weather, beauty, and tourism of San Diego creates the best summer wrestling event wrestling has ever seen! It is quickly becoming a “must-go” tournament for any wrestling family, so don’t miss out!
Where: The Broadway Pier & The USS Midway Museum – 1000 N Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101
When: August 11-13, 2017
Cost: $15-$65
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Bayside Summer Nights – E.T. – The Extra-Terrestrial
An extraordinary LIVE orchestra performance and screening of Steven Spielberg’s family classic. Filled with unparalleled magic and imagination, this heartwarming masterpiece is one of the brightest stars in motion picture history. The San Diego Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ entire Academy Award®-winning score live while this beloved film is shown in HD on the big screen.
Where: Embarcadero Marina Park South – 200 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA 92101
When: August 11, 2017
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 PM
Cost: $23-$88
> Find out more about Bayside Summer Nights – E.T. – The Extra-Terrestrial
ArtWalk @ Liberty Station
Experience art “alfresco.” Meet with artists and hear what inspires them about their work. Whether you are a seasoned collector, a family on vacation or are simply ready to be inspired, come to ArtWalk to discover the art that has been waiting for you.
Where: 2645 Historic Decatur, San Diego, CA 92106
When: August 12-13, 2017
Cost: Free
> Find out more about ArtWalk @ Liberty Station
Fiesta del Sol San Diego
The largest community-driven family festival in San Diego County, the annual Fiesta del Sol is a two-day street festival celebrating the history, diverse cultures, and civic engagement of the people of San Diego. It’s a fun, family-friendly, alcohol- and tobacco-free event focused on creating positive change by empowering communities. Fiesta del Sol includes an entertainment stage, a multi-cultural food court, four community pavilions, and over one hundred booths.
Where: Main Street, between So Evans St & Sicard St, San Diego, CA 92113
When: August 12-13, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about Fiesta del Sol San Diego
Bocce Bash
Bocce, beer, and summer fun in San Diego! Pick a partner, pack your cooler and play in the annual Goldfield Stage Bocce Bash tournament! Held on the field inside Qualcomm Stadium.
Where: Qualcomm Stadium – 9449 Friars Rd., San Diego, CA 92108
When: August 12, 2017
Time: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Cost: $80-$200
> Find out more about Bocce Bash
National City Automobile Heritage Day Festival & Car Show
Enjoy live music, food from a variety of National City’s popular eateries, entertainment for children and specialty booths. A drive-by awards ceremony at 2:00 PM will showcase first-place winners for each of the classes as well as second- and third-place winners.
Where: Kimball Park – 12th St & D Ave, National City, CA 91950
When: August 12, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about the National City Automobile Heritage Day Festival & Car Show
Clash at Clairemont
Clash at Clairemont delivers a star studded athlete roster, incredible musicians, Vendor Village, food and fun for the whole family. The event features over 45 of today’s best Action Sports athletes, live music and family fun.
Where: 3401 Clairemont Drive, San Diego, CA 92117
When: August 12, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Cost: $10
> Find out more about Clash at Clairemont
Beer X
Beer X is a day-long music and craft beer festival. Live music throughout the day featuring Iration, J Boog, Chicano Batman, Magic!, Trouble In The Wind and Splavender. Festival-goers show up early to receive their complimentary BEER X tasting glass to enjoy unlimited complimentary tastings from 1:00 to 4:00 PM.
Where: San Diego County Waterfront Park – 1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101
When: August 12, 2017
Time: 1:00 to 10:00 PM
Cost: $50-$199
> Find out more about Beer X
Hillcrest CityFest Street Fair
CityFest takes place in the heart of Hillcrest under the Hillcrest Sign and is a huge celebration of community spirit through music, arts, crafts, and food. Games, activities, more than 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.
Where: 5th Ave and University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
When: August 13, 2017
Time: 12:00 to 11:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about Hillcrest CityFest Street Fair
More Top Things to Do In San Diego
- Hamlet – Thru September 10, 2017
- Pump Up The Volume: A 90’s Palooza! – Thru September 10, 2017
- SeaWorld’s Electric Ocean – Thru September 4, 2017
- Sunset Luaus on Mission Bay – Thru September 1, 2017
- California Dream Beach Party – Thru August 31, 2017
- Screen on the Green – Thru August 31, 2017
- Twilight in the Park Summer Concerts – August 31, 2017
- Ken Ludwig’s Robin Hood – Thru August 27, 2017
- Wonderspaces – Thru August 27, 2017
- Stagecoach Days – Thru August 26, 2017
- Summer Safari at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park – Thru August 13, 2017
- Guys and Dolls – Thru August 13, 2017
- James Vincent McMorrow – August 8, 2017
- 29th Annual Taste of Mainstreet Encinitas – August 8, 2017
- Dancing with the Stars: Live! Hot Summer Nights – August 9, 2017
- Creepseed – August 9, 2017
- Michael Ian Black – August 10-12, 2017
- An Evening with the Avett Brothers – August 10, 2017
- Steve Earle & The Dukes – August 10, 2017
- Julian Jordan at OMNIA San Diego – August 10, 2017
- Shady Ladies and Hop Heads Tour – August 11, 2017
- Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe – August 11, 2017
- Twomey Cellars & Silver Oak Winemaker Dinner – August 11, 2017
- Kaskade at OMNIA San Diego – August 11, 2017
- Snorkel with Leopard Sharks – August 12, 2017
- Eat Better Art: Reimagining the School Lunch – August 12, 2017
- Archaeoastronomy in Northern Baja California – August 12, 2017
- Wayward Sons – August 12, 2017
- Joyce Moreno – August 12, 2017
- Slander at OMNIA San Diego – August 12, 2017
- Art in the Village – August 13, 2017
- Cardiff Dog Days of Summer – August 13, 2017
> Find more Top Things to Do on the San Diego Event Calendar
