25 Jan San Diego Calendar of Events – February 2023
Holidays
2/2 Groundhog Day
2/14 Valentine’s Day
2/20 Presidents Day
2/21 Mardi Gras
Events
San Diego Museum Month
Throughout February, visitors can experience the region’s rich cultural offerings at half-price. Guests can pick up a free pass at participating libraries.
Location: Various
Info: www.sandiegomuseumcouncil.org
2/1 – 2/28 various times
14th Annual Mitchell Thorp Warrior Spirit 5K Run/Walk
“Bring out your Warrior Spirit to support a Warrior Child!”
Location: Carlsbad’s Poinsettia Park
Info: www.mitchellthorp.org/2023-5k-runwalk.html
2/4 9am
Taste of Barrio Logan
Come and experience the culture of Barrio Logan on a food, sips, and beer crawl with an amazing fun mixer after party event at Border X Brewery.
Location: start at Attitude Brewery, Barrio Logan
Info: www.tasteofbarriologan.com
2/4 12:30 – 4 pm
San Diego Chinese New Year Fair
Celebrate the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Rabbit, showcasing exciting performances, Asian art and culture, an array of delicious Chinese and Asian food, and much more.
Location: Gaslamp Quarter
Info: www.sdcny.org
2/4 – 2/5 10 am – 5 pm
48th Annual Miniatures Show & Sale
Vendors will have an assortment of dollhouse miniatures from vintage finds to handcrafted artisan pieces. Furnishings, accessories, lighting and so much more!
Location: University of San Diego – Hahn University Center
Info: www.sdminiatureshow.com
2/4 – 2/5 Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sun 11 am – 4 pm
SoCal Free-For-All Day
Dozens of museums – presenting art, cultural heritage, natural history, and science – will open their doors and invite visitors to attend their museums free of charge.
Location: Various
Info: www.socalmuseums.org/annual-free-for-all-23
2/5 various hours
Coronado Valentine’s Day 10K, 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
This flat and fast course is perfect for everyone – whether you are an experienced runner looking to set a 10K PR, a couple looking for something fun and healthy to do with your Valentine.
Location: Tidelands Park, Coronado
Info: www.valentinesday10k.com
2/5 7:30 am
Tritonman Triathlon
Saturday will feature a certified draft legal spring, while Sunday will have an open sprint classic.
Location: Mission Bay and Fiesta Island
Info: www.tritonman.com
2/11 – 2/12 various times
Escondido Chocolate Festival
Enjoy various designated restaurants, shops, and spas while sampling chocolates paired with local fine wines and craft beers.
Location: Along Grand Avenue, Downtown Escondido
Info: www.facebook.com/EscondidoChocFest
2/11 12 – 5 pm
San Diego Travel Expo
Come plan your next vacation for 2023! Meet travel vendors and specialists for all your travel needs.
Location: Encore Event Center
Info: www.sandiegotravelexpo.com
12/11 1 – 4 pm
Black Com!x Day
A special focus on Black Owned Creations such as Power Knights, Is’Nana The Were-Spider, and more!
Location: WorldBeat Cultural Center
Info: www.kid-comics.com/black-com-x-day.html
2/11 – 2/12 10 am – 6 pm
The Kook Run 10K and 5K
Kick off Super Bowl Sunday with an epic run on the 101!
Location: 101 E. D St., Encinitas
Info: www.thekookrun.com
2/12 6 am
Super Bowl LVII
Watch the 57th Super Bowl game Sunday, February 12, from Phoenix, AZ, televised by Fox at 3:30 pm. This year’s half time performer is Rihanna! Even if you don’t like football, the commercials are worth it!
Info: www.nfl.com/super-bowl/event-info
2/12 3:30pm
Gaslamp Mardi Gras
A 3-day event full of beads and brews! Come for a weekend full of traditions and celebrations leading up to Fat Tuesday.
Location: Gaslamp Quarter
Info: www.gaslampmardigras.com
2/17, 2/18, 2/21 times tba
Average Joe Run
Welcome to “The World’s Easiest 5k” where the person who finishes in the middle is the winner!
Location: Crown Point
Info: www.averagejoerun.com
2/18 8 am
The San Diego Symphony Presents: Carnival of the Animals
You’ll want to swim like a swan, cluck like a hen, and strut like a lion after experiencing this wild menagerie of music!
Location: Balboa Theatre
Info: www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/carnival-of-the-animals
2/18 11 am
Silver Bay Kennel Club of San Diego: All Breed Dog Shows
Obedience and rally trials, 6 FSS Open Shows. Plus, doggie boutiques will be selling pet supplies and gifts.
Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds
Info: www.silverbaykc.com
2/24 – 2/26 8 am – 5 pm
San Diego Jazz Party
Enjoy music from the Great American Songbook, performed by the world’s leading jazz musicians.
Location: Hilton San Diego
Info: www.sdjp.org
2/24 – 2/26 various session times
Mermaid Half Marathon
Mermaid returns to San Diego’s Mission Bay for a scenic women’s 5k, 10k, and half marathon. Ideal for both runners and walkers.
Location: Tecolote Shores
Info: www.mermaidseries.com/mermaid-half-marathon-san-diego
2/25 7 am
Sycamore Canyon Trail Races
Choose from 100k solo or relays, 50k, or a half marathon.
Location: Sycamore Canyon
Info: www.dirtyfeet.us/trailraces/sycamore
2/25 4:30 am
San Diego Family Fun Fest
Get ready for nonstop play with a bounce house, a 40” inflatable obstacle course, zipline, swings, double shot basketball, Angry Bird slingshot, and more!
Location: Salvation Army Kroc Center (in the Corner Zone).
Info: https://www.sandiegofamily.com/things-to-do/seasonal-happenings/best-family-fun-fest-in-san-diego
2/26 10 am – 1 pm
Bird-Friendly Home and Garden Expo
This inaugural expo will feature several organizations and businesses that can help you help birds. Come learn what you can do to help birds in our changing world!
Location: Marina Village Conference Center
Info: www.sandiegoaudubon.org/birding/san-diego-bird- festival/bird-friendly-home-and-garden-expo.html
2/26 10 am – 2 pm
SAN DIEGO COUNTY FARMERS MARKETS
MONDAY
Escondido 3-7pm
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr.
TUESDAY
Coronado 2:30–6pm
1st St. & B Ave.
Escondido 2:30pm-Sunset
200 N. Juniper St.
La Jolla 10am-2pm
UCSD Town Square
Mira Mesa 3-6pm
Mira Mesa High School
Otay Ranch 4-8pm
Birch Rd. & Eastlake Blvd.
Pacific Beach 2-7pm
Bayard & Garnet
San Marcos 3-7pm
250 North City Dr.
WEDNESDAY
Carlsbad Village 3-6pm
State St. & Carlsbad Village Dr.
Little Italy Mercato 9:30am–1:30pm
West Date St.
Ocean Beach 4-7pm
4900 Newport Ave.
Santee 2:30-6:30pm
Carlton Hills Blvd. & Mast
South Bay 3-7pm
4475 Bonita Rd.
THURSDAY
Linda Vista 12-6pm
6931 Linda Vista Rd.
North Park 3–7:30pm
North Park Way & 30th St.
Oceanside 9am–1pm
Pier View Wy & Hwy. 101
Scripps Ranch 3-7pm
10045 Carroll Canyon Rd.
FRIDAY
Borrego Springs 7am-12pm
Christmas Circle
Imperial Beach 2-6pm
Portwood Pier Plaza
La Mesa 3-7pm
La Mesa Blvd.
Rancho Bernardo 9am–1pm
Bernardo Winery
SATURDAY
City Heights 9am-1pm
4300 Wightman St.
Del Mar 12–4pm
1050 Camino Del Mar
Fallbrook 9am-1:30pm
100 S. Main Ave.
Little Italy Mercato 8am–2pm
West Date St.
Mission Valley 8:30am-12pm
7960 Civita Blvd.
Poway 8am–1pm
Old Poway Park
Rancho Penasquitos 9am-1pm
9400 Fairgrove Ln.
Santa Ysabel 10am–6pm
21887 Washington St.
Vista 8am–12pm
Melrose Dr., S. of Hwy 78
SUNDAY
Chula Vista 10am-2pm
300 Park Way
Hillcrest 9am–2pm
3960 Normal St.
La Jolla 9am–1pm
Girard Ave. & Genter St.
Leucadia 10am–2pm
185 Union St.
Rancho Santa Fe 9:30am–2pm
16079 San Dieguito Rd.
Santa Ysabel 10am–6pm
21887 Washington St.
Solana Beach 12-4pm
444 S. Cedros Ave.