29 Oct San Diego Calendar of Events – November 2019
Old Town – Día de los Muertos
Many restaurants, shops, and more, will have traditional and contemporary altars.
Location: Old Town
Info: www.oldtownsandiego.org
11/1 – 11/3 Various Times
San Diego Beer Week
A ten-day festival celebrating local craft beer.
Location: Various
Info: www.SDBW.org
11/1 – 11/10 Various Times
Ramona Art & Wine Festival
View fine art, taste local wines, and feast on beautiful small bites prepared by local chefs.
Location: Begent Ranch, 18528 Highland Valley Rd.
Info: www.ramonaartandwinefest.net
11/2 11 am – 5 pm
Escondido Tamale Festival
Traditional, gourmet, and vegetarian tamales, and more.
Location: Grape Day Pk.
Info: www.escondidotamalefestival.com
11/2 11 am – 5 pm
Trout Opening Weekend
There will be 2,500 pounds of rainbow trout! Large fish up to 12 pounds!
Location: Santee Lakes
Info: www.santeelakes.com/fishing-events
11/2 – 11/3 6 am – 5 pm
Bike the Coast
Experience gorgeous riding on the SoCal coast with 100, 50, 25, 15, or 7-mile routes on Highway 101.
Location: Starts at the Oceanside Pier
Info: www.spectrumsportsevents.com/bike-the-coast
11/3 6:50 am
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Proceeds from this 5K run/walk will fund breast cancer education, screenings, research, and treatment programs.
Location: Balboa Park – 6th Ave./Palm St.
Info: www.komensandiego.org/walk
11/3 8 am
Daylight Saving Time Ends
Turn your clocks backward one hour to 1:00 am!
11/3 2 am
Fall Back Festival in the Gaslamp
Stroll through time-warped streets filled with traditional western storefronts, and even live historical recreations.
Location: The Heart of the Gaslamp
Info: www.gaslampfoundation.org
11/3 11 am – 4 pm
Carlsbad Village Street Fair
The art fair offers a little of everything, including arts and crafts, antiques, unique clothing, and items from around the world.
Location: Grand Ave. btw Carlsbad Blvd. & Jefferson St.
Info: www.carlsbad.org
11/3 8 am – 4 pm
San Diego Fleet Week
Honor and celebrate the men and women of the military through public events that entertain and alliances that support and thank these heroes.
Location: Various Locations
Info: www.fleetweeksandiego.org
11/4 – 11-12 Various Times
Del Mar Bing Crosby Season
Four weeks of elite Thoroughbred racing, fresh events and musical performances to keep the good times rolling.
Location: Del Mar Race Track
Info: www.dmtc.com/calendar/detail/2019Season
11/8 – 12/1 12:30 pm – 5 pm
Silver Strand Half Marathon
Run the 20th annual Silver Strand Marathon where dreams of PR’s can come true!
Location: The Strand from Coronado to Imperial Beach
Info: www.silverstrandhalf.com
11/10 7 am
UH Arts Open – Taste of University Heights
Enjoy a self-guided art tour, then sample delicacies from neighborhood restaurants.
Location: Various – University Heights
Info: www.uharts.org
11/10 (Arts Open) 11 am – 4 pm, (Taste) 12 – 3 pm
San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
Dozens of events, hundreds of domestic and international wineries, the celebration of craft beer and spirits, local culinary legends and nationally recognized celebrities.
Location: Various
Info: www.sandiegowineclassic.com
11/10 – 11/17 Various Times
San Diego Veterans Day Parade
The parade is held in admiration of veterans of past wars and to give a salute of recognition and honor to our military men and women of today who strive to keep our country safe.
Location: Harbor Dr., Ash St. to Pacific Hwy.
Info: www.sdvetparade.org
11/11 10 am – 12 pm
Fee Free Day at Cabrillo National Monument
On Veteran’s Day, the entrance free is waived.
Location: 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr.
Info: www.nps.gov/cabr/planyourvisit/fee-free-days.htm
11/11 9 am – 5 pm
Padres Pedal the Cause
All four cycling courses ride over the iconic Coronado Bridge and end on the field at Petco Park.
Location: Coronado to Petco Park
Info: www.gopedal.org
11/13 – 11/17 Various Times
Santee Holiday Lighting Celebration
Featuring the tree lighting, Santa’s visit, snow sledding, a live band, caroling, and many other holiday-themed activities.
Location: Santee Trolley Square
Info: www.cityofsanteeca.gov
11/22 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Skating by the Sea at the Hotel Del
This spectacular ice rink is located seaside on Windsor Lawn.
Location: The Hotel Del, Coronado
Info: www.hoteldel.com/activities/skating
11/22 – 1/5 Various Times
Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival
Three days of music, 70+ bands, 7+ stages, culinary delights, and immersive arts experiences!
Location: Various Locations along the San Diego Downtown Waterfront
Info: www.wonderfrontfestival.com
11/22 – 11/24 Fri 3:30 – 10 pm, Sat & Sun 11:45 am – 10 pm
Mother Goose Parade
East County’s annual holiday kick-off celebration featuring whimsical, colorful, and exciting parade entries.
Location: Along Main St., downtown El Cajon
Info: www.mothergooseparade.org
11/24 1 pm
Encinitas Holiday Street Fair
This festival is a ready-made bazaar for holiday shoppers and weekend fun seekers.
Location: The Coast Hwy. 101, from D St. to J St.
Info: www.kennedyfaires.com/encinitas
11/24 9 am – 4 pm
San Diego Jazz Fest
Presenting a variety of traditional jazz music, from ragtime to swing to rockabilly.
Location: Town & Country Resort and Hotel in Hotel Circle
Info: www.sdjazzfest.org
11/27 – 12/1 Various Times
Father Joe’s Thanksgiving Day 5K
The 5K is a fun family and pet-friendly event that raises critical funds for Father Joe’s Villages meals program.
Location: Balboa Organ Pavilion
Info: www.thanksgivingrun.org
11/28 6:30 am – 10:30 am