From classic airplanes soaring overhead in East County to sail boats racing across the Big Bay, there is a ton of top things to do this weekend in San Diego.
Samuel Adams Brew & View
Join us for Samuel Adams Brew & View, an epic summer party with cold Sam Adams beer, lawn games, food trucks, and live music! When the sun goes down, Wedding Crashers will start-up on an HD screen for a hilarious movie night under the stars. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and friends, and plan to stay awhile!
Where: NTC Park – 2455 Cushing Rd, San Diego, CA 92106
When: June 5, 2014
Time: 6:00 to 10:00 PM
Cost: Free. RSVP required
> Find out more about the Samuel Adams Brew & View
Air Show San Diego
Formerly known as Wings Over Gillespie, Air Show San Diego in San Diego’s East County features a representative collection of historic aircraft, amazing aerobatics, military re-enactors, paratroopers, and exciting mock battles. In addition to everything happening in the air and on Gillespie Field’s runway, Air Show San Diego also boasts a fun kids zone, amusement rides, education displays, a variety of foods and beverages, and a beer garden.
Where: Gillespie Field – 1960 Joe Crosson Dr, El Cajon, CA 92020
When: June 7-8, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cost: $10-$50
> Find out more about Air Show San Diego
San Diego County Fair
San Diego’s annual county fair is the largest fair in California, offering a variety of food, entertainment, exhibits, rides & games throughout the beautiful and historical Del Mar Fairgrounds in the oceanfront village of Del Mar.
This year’s Ultimate Indulgence is the Krispy Kreme Triple Cheeseburger with Bacon.
Where: Del Mar Fairgrounds – 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014
When: June 7 – July 6, 2014
> Find out more about the San Diego County Fair
3rd Annual VC Music Festival
The 3rd annual VC Music Festival features the Kansas City Barbecue Cook-off in addition to the beer and wine garden, 12 bands on 3 stages, door prizes, silent auction and more. Invite your friends, bring your beach chairs and blankets, come enjoy some live music and good food on the farm!
Where: Bates Nut Farm – 16954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082
When: June 7, 2014
Time: 12:00 to 9:30 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about the 3rd Annual VC Music Festival
Art Around Adams 2014
A free and family friendly event, Art Around Adams will showcasing nine performance areas (including the “Kensington Kids Zone,” now in its sophomore year) featuring music, performance art, community murals, circus performers, dance, theatre, projection art, intergalactic superhero wrestling, and comedians on the events very own “Comedy Trolley.”
Where: Adams Avenue from Oregon Street to Vista Street, San Diego, CA 92116
When: June 7, 2014
Time: 2:00 to 10:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about Art Around Adams 2014
Cabrillo National Monument Park and Open Spaces Day
Experience your America! Elevate Your View at Cabrillo National Monument with vehicles from the pre-1915 era, exhibitor booths, a Raven animal ambassador from Project Wildlife and ranger programs.
Where: Cabrillo National Monument – 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA 92106
When: June 7, 2014
Time: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Cost: $5 per vehicle. $3 per cyclist and walk-in
> Find out more about the Cabrillo National Monument Park and Open Spaces Day
San Marcos Rock, Blues & BBQ Festival
San Marcos will be rocking this weekend with eight phenomenal bands, local craft beer and mouth-water BBQ. On Friday, Phil’s BBQ will be running the grills followed by a BBQ Competition on Sunday with smoked pork ribs, smoked tri-tip, smoked chickens, pulled pork sandwiches, grilled burgers and bratwurst.
Where: Walnut Creek Park – 1950 Sycamore Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069
When: June 6-7, 2014
Cost: $5-$20
Find out more about the San Marcos Rock, Blues & BBQ Festival
2014 San Diego Bay Beer Can Series
Befitting San Diego’s role as the home of the best and most competitive sailing in the world, the annual Beer Cans Summer Series is one of the largest annual sailing events in Southern California, with more than a hundred sailboats of different sizes and handicaps taking to San Diego Bay each Wednesday throughout the summer.
Best Viewing Spot: Harbor Island Park – 1875 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
When: Wednesdays through August 6, 2014
Time: Races start at 6:00 PM
Cost: Free to View
> Find out more about the 2014 San Diego Bay Beer Can Series
More Top Things to Do in San Diego
- King Hu in Taiwan: Film Series – June 5-7, 2014
- Modern Times Beer Dinner – June 5, 2015
- Sheraton San Diego Marina’s Afternoon at the Docks – June 5, 2014
- 104th Annual Festa do Espirito Sant – June 6-8, 2014
- San Diego Padres vs. Washington Nationals – June 6-8, 2014
- SOHO’s Historic Home Tour Weekend – June 6-8, 2014
- San Diego County Farm Tour Day – June 7, 2014
- Sam Hinton Folk Heritage Festival – June 7, 2014
- Encinitas Rotary Wine & Food Festival – June 7, 2014
- Pocket Park Grand Opening – June 8, 2014
- Birch Aquarium’s World Ocean Day Celebration – June 8, 2014
- Culture Shock San Diego’s Shock’N the Park – June 8, 2014
- Garrison Keillor: Book Discussion and Signing – June 8, 2014
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