02 Jan San Diego Calendar of Events – January 2019
Rady Children’s Ice Rink
This outdoor ice-skating event benefits the “Thriving After Cancer” program at Rady Children’s.
Location: Liberty Station
Info: www.radyfoundation.org
1/1 – 1/6 10 am – 10 pm
Polar Bear Plunge
About 200 swimmers will wade down to La Jolla Shores Kellogg Park & brave the cold water (bathing suits required).
Location: La Jolla (La Jolla Shores)
Info: www.lajollacoveswimclub.com.
1/1 10 am
San Diego Spring Home Show
This is an event designed for homeowners in all stages of remodeling, landscaping, and decorating their homes.
Location: Convention Center, Downtown
Info: www.homeshowsandiego.com
1/4 – 1/6 Fri 11 am – 8 pm, Sat 10 am – 8 pm, Sun 10 am – 6 pm
San Diego Resolution Run
Take strides to reduce your carbon & physical foot-print at the San Diego Resolution Run 5K, 10K and ½ marathon! A healthier you can mean a lighter you.
Location: 1697 E. Mission Bay Dr.
Info: www.sandiegoresolutionrun.com
1/7 7:30 am – 10 am
Poway Winter Festival
Whether you’re building a snowman, sledding down the snow hill, roasting marshmallows by the campfire, or taking a spin around the synthetic skate rink, there is bound to be something for everyone!
Location: Poway Community Park
Info: www.poway.org
1/11 – 1/12 Fri: 5 pm – 9 pm, Sat: 3:30 – 8:30 pm
San Diego Brew Festival
Another fun filled day with local & international craft beers, San Diego’s most popular food trucks, and music.
Location: Liberty Station
Info: www.sandiegobeerfest.com
1/12 1 pm – 4 pm
San Diego Bridal Bazaar
This is the largest bridal show of the year, so you’ll find more variety, more choices, and more inspiration to plan your day, your way.
Location: San Diego Convention Center
Info: www.bridalbazaar.com
1/13 10 am – 4 pm
Borrego Springs Film Festival
An intimate, vibrant, festival in one of the most beautiful locations in the United States. An old-school film festival!
Location: Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center
Info: www.borregospringsfilmfestival.org
1/17 – 1/21 various
Monster Jam
The most action-packed live event on four wheels, where world class drivers compete in the most recognizable trucks in the world.
Location: Petco Park
Info: www.monsterjam.com
1/19 – 1/26 7 pm – 10 pm
San Diego Travel & Adventure Show
America’s favorite travel show returns to San Diego! Discover the world in one weekend, all under one roof.
Location: San Diego Convention Center
Info: www.travelshows.com/shows/san-diego
1/19 – 1/20 Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sun 11 am – 4 pm
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
The parade is composed of college and high school bands, drill teams, floats, dance, and other community groups.
Location: Harbor Dr. /Embarcadero
Info: www.alpha-zsl.org
1/20 2 pm – 5 pm
Carlsbad Marathon & Half Marathon
Featuring a rolling course, including 14 miles along the Pacific Ocean. From ideal weather conditions to our spectacular coastal course, this event will wow you.
Location: The Shoppes at Carlsbad
Info: www.carlsbadmarathon.com
1/20 Marathon 6:15 am – Half-marathon 7:45 am
San Diego Restaurant Week
Guests are tempted to try different restaurants during each week as venues develop their special menus designed to showcase their craft.
Location: All over San Diego County
Info: www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com
1/20 – 1/27 various
Free Entrance to National Parks
In honor of the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., National Park Services offer free admission to everyone!
Location: All National Parks
Info: www.nps.gov/subjects/npscelebrates
1/21 various
San Diego Black Film Festival
This festival is one of the largest black film festivals in the country, and second largest on the west coast. Our motto is “Spotlight on African American and African Diaspora Cinema.” Over 100 films screened each year.
Location: 220 West “G” St.
Info: www.sdbff.com
1/23 – 1/27 various
Farmers Insurance PGA Open
The prestigious PGA Tour Farmers Insurance Open men’s golf tournament is played at the Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla.
Location: Torrey Pines Golf Course
Info: www.farmersinsuranceopen.com
1/24 – 1/27 Gates open 6 am
San Diego Sunroad Marina Boat Show
Join the fun at the Boat Show at Sunroad Marina on Harbor Island! This Boat Showfeatures exciting land and in-water exhibits for boaters of every age.
Location: Harbor Island – San Diego Bay East end of Harbor Island
Info: www.bigbayboatshow.com
1/24 – 1/27 Thu & Fri 12 pm – 6 pm, Sat & Sun 10 am – 6 pm
San Diego Cat Show
The Cat Fanciers Association (CFA), the world’s largest and most prestigious feline registry brings a special benefit cat show to San Diego.
Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds
Info: www.sandiegocat.org
1/26 – 1/27 Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sun 9 am – 5 pm