Spend the upcoming weekend in San Diego enjoying everything California’s Beach City has to offer including these top things to do.
San Diego Padres vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
Catch the San Diego Padres take on the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park. Game day promotions and giveaways include: Thursday – Joe Nichols pregame concert, Friday – WineFest, Saturday – SD Lunch Bag or SD Bottle Holder, Sunday – KidsFest.
Where: Petco Park – 100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
When: August 18-21, 2016
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Tiki Oasis 2016 – Party on Monster Island
From rubber Godzillas tearing apart the South Seas to surfin, Go Go dancing Frankenstein and Wolfman, creatures have always been lurking in paradise. This year Tiki Oasis celebrates our monster brethren from King Kong (1939), Godzilla and Creature From the Black Lagoon (1954) to the famous monsters of Hollywood (1932-1950s).
Where: The Crowne Plaza Hotel – 2270 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA 92108
When: August 18-21, 2016
Cost: $20-$300
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Stone Anniversary Celebration & Beer Festival
This is the main event! Stone Brewing’s 20th annual Anniversary Celebration & Invitational Beer Festival has become the biggest craft beer festival in Southern California, and this year promises to be the best one yet!
Where: Cal State San Marcos – 333 South Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA 92096
When: August 19-20, 2016
Cost: $15-$85
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Preseason: San Diego Chargers VS Arizona Cardinals
In week two of the preseason, the Chargers make their home debut against the Arizona Cardinals. Don’t forget to get to the stadium early to check out all the pre-game festivities. The parking lot will open 5 hours before kick-off and Qualcomm Stadium will open its gates approximately 90 minutes before kick-off. We hope to see you there!
Where: Qualcomm Stadium – 9449 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92108
When: August 19, 2016
Time: 6:00 to 10:00 PM
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40th Annual World Bodysurfing Championships in Oceanside
BeachSport.org announces the 40th Annual World Bodysurfing Championships to be held next to the Oceanside Pier. Approximately 350-400 bodysurfers from around the world will compete in their respective age divisions for trophies and prizes. The Men and Women’s Grand Champions will be announced Sunday afternoon on the final day.
Where: Oceanside Pier – 1 Oceanside Pier, Oceanside, CA 92054
When: August 20-21, 2016
Cost: Free to watch. Entry Fee – $60
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Heiva San Diego
An event of celebration filled with the richness of Polynesian culture which advocates supreme values! It is an experience our guests will never forget. Hevia will celebrate friendship, music, dancing, drumming, singing, arts & crafts and islands spirits! Come escape with us into our Tropical paradise. This will be a fun and family-oriented event!
Where: San Diego Concourse – 202 C Street, San Diego, CA 92101
When: August 20-21, 2016
Time: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Cost: $10-$15
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Chula Vista Harbor Fest
Enjoy the art, food, and fun including free kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, and fishing. Take an exciting ride on the Vietnam-era Swift Boat or tour the bay on the amphibious SEAL Bus. The “Tacos & Spirits Fest” will feature the best tacos around with chefs competing for your vote! Discover regional specialties among the wine, craft spirits and beer tastings. Back by popular demand is the Junior Chef Competition led by SeaWorld Aquatica’s Chef Axel Dirolf!
Where: Bayside Park – Bayside Parkway, Chula Vista, CA 91910
When: August 20, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Cost: Free
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TVG Pacific Classic
Del Mar’s richest and most prestigious race, the $1,000,000 Pacific Classic (Gr. I). Watch many of the country’s top horses compete at the classic distance of 1 1/4 miles in the 26th running of Del Mar’s signature event. The Pacific Classic will anchor a stakes triple header program that includes the 7-furlong Pat O’Brien Stakes and the Del Mar Handicap on turf, both Gr. II events for 3-year-olds and up.
Where: Del Mar Racetrack – 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014
When: August 20, 2016
Time: 11:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Cost: Included with Track Admission
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More Top Things to Do in San Diego
- 28th Annual Taste of MainStreet – August 16, 2016
- Paws on the Patio at House of Blues – August 17, 2016
- Discovery Lab! Why Don’t Animals Wear Clothes? – August 17, 2016
- Guided by Voices – August 17, 2016
- The Future of Jazz feat Cecile McLorin Salvant – August 18, 2016
- Flicks On The Bricks: Our Man In Havana – August 18, 2016
- Cinema @ The Balboa Jaws – August 19, 2016
- Entwined – A Dinner Series with Antinori and Loews – August 19, 2016
- Greg Fitzsimmons – August 19-21, 2016
- Pokémon Go™ Beer Train Trolley Tour – August 20, 2016
- Del Mar Pizza & Beer Fest – August 20, 2016
- Cinema @ The Balboa Finding Nemo – August 20, 2016
- Surf Diva x FM94/9 Subaru Surf Session #5 – August 20, 2016
- America’s Finest City Half Marathon & 5k – August 21, 2016
- Hoppy Beer Hoppy Life + Pure Project Collab Party! – August 21, 2016
> Find more Top Things to Do on the San Diego Event Calendar
