Spend the first weekend of April in San Diego basking in the beautiful weather and enjoying these top things to do:
Annual San Diego Crew Classic
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXj5SqyVzKo]Set along the beautiful and calm waters of Mission Bay, the San Diego Crew Classic brings together thousands of athletes from more than 100 universities, clubs and high school programs from across the U.S. to participate in this premier rowing event in San Diego. Over the course of two days, rowers ranging in age from 14 to 84 will compete in over 100 exciting races in various divisions. In addition to the racing, the San Diego Crew Classic will also have a craft beer tasting event, a family festival, music, a jumbo tron for the best views of the races and more.
Where: Crown Point Shores on Mission Bay
When: April 6-7, 2013
Times: Gates open at 6:00 AM. Races start at 7:30 AM.
Cost: $15. Children 12 and under and Active Military – Free
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Bug Week at theNAT
Bring the kids to the San Diego Natural History Museum for a week-long celebration of creepy crawlers in addition to the bizarre, bewildering marvels of the insect world on display in Dr. Entomo’s Palace of Exotic Wonders. There will be screenings of Bugs 3D, insect trading cards, art activities, tours of the Entomology Department,
“beetle-juice” and more.
Where: 1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
When: April 1-7, 2013
Cost: Free with admission. (Dress like a bug and receive $5 off!)
> Find out more about Bug Week at theNAT
9th Annual La Jolla Concours d’Elegance
Right in front of the amazing view of La Jolla Cove will be over 150 beautifully restored classics from Italian marques to woodies to American sports cars. There will also be a book signing, a motor tour, concourse and motor car classic, and for VIP ticket holders, an evening reception with food and beverages.
Where: Scripps Memorial Park – 1180 Coast Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92037
When: April 5-7, 2013
Time: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cost: $35-$100. Children 14 and under – Free
> Find out more about the 9th Annual La Jolla Concours d’Elegance
Peg Leg Smith Liar’s Contest
Think you have the best tall tale about gold or the legendary Peg Leg Smith? Well then tell it at the annual Peg Leg Smith Liar’s Contest at the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park! Just bring the family, sign up at the Peg Leg Smith Memorial and enjoy an evening around the fire and under the stars with plenty of interesting and hilarious stories. Who knows, you might actually find out where Peg Leg’s gold is actually buried.
Where: 200 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
When: April 6, 2013
Time: Starts at Dusk
Cost: Free
> Find out more about Peg Leg Smith Liar’s Contest
Bottled & Kegged: San Diego’s Craft Brew Culture
San Diego History Center’s Bottled & Kegged: San Diego’s Craft Brew Culture exhibition will showcase the local craft brew industry demonstrating how and why San Diego County has become a national leader in craft brewing. The exhibition will feature many hands-on and interactive elements, as well as displays, demonstrations, replicas of iconic locales, and interpretive stations ranging from brewing science and process, food pairings, and historic imagery.
Where: 1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
When: April 5, 2013 – January 20, 2014
Cost: Included with admission
> Find out more about Bottled & Kegged: San Diego’s Craft Brew Culture
> Browse more top things to do on the San Diego Event Calendar
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