Treat mom to a weekend in San Diego, where she can enjoy a champagne brunch, shopping, a spa treatment and these top things to do:
Mother’s Day
What better way is there to say ‘I love you’ than a trip to paradise? With a wide array of dining opportunities, day spas and outdoor activities, a vacation in San Diego is a gift any mother would love.
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Julian Women’s Club Wildflower Show
For this spectacular event, members of The Julian Woman’s Club gather wildflowers from all areas in and around Julian, including High Mountain, Desert, Oak and Pine Forest, Chaparral and High Desert. The wildflower specimens are then taken to the Town Hall where they are named and featured in a beautiful display. Another feature of the show includes a display of Native American uses for wildflowers.
Where: Julian Town Hall – Corner of Main & Washington Streets, Julian, CA, 92036
Dates: May 8-11, 2013
Times: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cost: Free, donations accepted
> Find out more about the Julian Women’s Club Wildflower Show
San Diego Surf Film Festival
The SDSFF will highlight more than 35 international films, a surf art gallery, amazing live music, beach clean-ups, board shaping demos and surf expression sessions. Surf enthusiasts and filmmakers from around the world are welcome to come celebrate the art of surf cinema in our beautiful hometown.
Where: Bird’s Surf Shed – 1091 West Morena Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92110
When: May 8-12, 2013
Cost: $5-$100
> Find out more about the San Diego Surf Film Festival
Gator by the Bay Music Festival
Experience the culture and food Louisiana without having to leave San Diego! Knee-slapping good times abound at Spanish Landing on Harbor Island, with more than 70 performances on six stages, dance lessons, Cajun cooking demonstrations and delicious crawfish.
Where: Spanish Landing Park – North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
When: May 10-12, 2013
Cost: $25-$200
> Find out more about the Gator by the Bay Music Festival
Movie Open Casting Call for Anchorman 2
Think you have the serious acting chops to be a background star in Ron Burgundy’s next documentary? Find out at the open casting call this weekend!
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Mission Valley – 7450 Hazard Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92108
When: May 11, 2013
Time: 12:00 to 4:00 PM
> Find out more about the Movie Open Casting Call for Anchorman 2
Space Day 2013
To infinity and… Space Day will feature demonstrations, giveaways, and hands-on activities with local and national space experts. You can also meet astronaut Garrett Reisman who made two trips on space shuttles to the International Space Station, remaining there as a long duration crew member.
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Where: San Diego Air & Space Museum – 2001 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101
When: May 11, 2013
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Cost: Kids 17 and under are free with a paid adult admission.
> Find out more about Space Day 2013
Amgen Tour of California Race 2013
[youtube http://youtu.be/JC1DPCGsbDM]The Amgen Tour of California, “America’s Greatest Race,” is coming back to Escondido! Cheer on the start of this 750 mile-long race with plenty of live entertainment, food trucks and a kids zone presented by Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soap.
Where: Grape Day Park – 321 North Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025
When: May 12, 2013
Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about the Amgen Tour of California 2013
> Browse more top things to do on the San Diego Event Calendar
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