August

Local Residents Ride Free

Learn something new about your city this month! San Diego County residents can take advantage of some of our tours and attractions for FREE when accompanied by a full fare adult paid guest with Hometown Pass!

Go to Hometown Pass for more information.

2019 Events Coming Soon

Balboa Park 8 Miler

MPS Superhero’s 5K

Chula Vista Lemon Festival

When life gives you lemons, take them over to the Chula Vista Lemon Festival, an annual celebration of the tart and juicy yellow fruit. The festival, which takes place in the “Lemon Capital of the World,” features live entertainment, arts and crafts for sale and a Lemon Pie Eating Contest. The Kids’ Corner offers engaging exhibits, games and inflatable rides for the little lemon lovers.

Ocean Beach Town Council Craft Fair

Enjoy the OB Craft Fair put on by the OB Town Council each year leading up to the holidays. Shop from local craft vendors and enjoy the beautiful oceanfront view. The holidays are right around the corner!

Philippine Cultural Arts Festival

Enjoy traditional and contemporary music, dance, exhibitions, and hands-on activities at the 2018 Philippine Cultural Arts Festival in Balboa Park! Local, national, and international artists will perform, and you can find a variety of food and merchandise vendors, and more.

ArtWalk NTC at Liberty Station

This fine art festival is part of the ArtWalk San Diego brand known for bringing together all facets of the arts in San Diego while promoting the experience of owning original art. Saturday: 10:00am – 6:00pm. Sunday 10:00am – 5:00pm.

Spirit of ‘45

The Spirit of ’45 Day honors the legacy of service of America’s “Greatest Generation” with music and entertainment. Come and meet WWII Veterans and share their stories from that time in our history.

North PB Sip N Stroll

A community street fair in Pacific Beach showcases local businesses and provides patrons with an opportunity to sample beer & wine. In addition, there will be musical entertainment, food booths, a boutique area for shoppers, and an area where children can have fun.

Annual Hillcrest CityFest

CityFest 2018 is going to be a spectacular feast for the senses! With over 250 arts, crafts, and food vendors, a grand stage, and a beer garden, there is sure to be something for everyone to enjoy. CityFest boasts a one-of-a-kind magical atmosphere. The intersection under the Hillcrest sign is going to be closed off and will enclose a Grand Stage and a lush Spirit’s Garden.

San Diego Padres Fall Beerfest

Forgo the peanuts and cracker jacks at the annual San Diego Padres Fall Beerfest in San Diego, and instead opt for the double-play of craft brews and baseball. The one-day event features over 20 microbreweries serving up their session-able flagships and latest concoctions. Taking place two hours prior to the first pitch, the fest includes live music and stand-up comedians.

Latin Food Fest

Latin Food Fest is a celebration of the culinary diversity of Latin American nations. Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean, are known for savory and flavorful dishes and sumptuous desserts. At this fest, epicureans are treated to a variety of delicious dishes that are well-known throughout the world like sándwiches cubanos, tacos, tamales and arepas, as well as more regional fare like lomo saltado and llapingachos. What’s more, attendees can enjoy a diverse array of beverages to accompany the great cuisine, from mezcals, piscos, sotols and tequilas to fine wines from countries like Argentina and Chile.

Summer Grass San Diego Bluegrass Festival

This San Diego bluegrass festival is held at a 40-acre outdoor museum facility in San Diego’s North County. There will be music workshops, impromptu jam sessions, vendors, kids’ activities, tasty food, and plenty of on-site dry camping.

Hillcrest Car Show

Chula Vista HarborFest

Chula Vista HarborFest is a free, family-friendly festival in Chula Vista’s Bayside Park. The event showcases unique boats, historic vessels and exotic automobiles, with the beautiful Pacific Ocean serving as the backdrop for all the exhibits. Three stages provide diverse lineups of live entertainment, and there are plenty of wines to sample and beers to enjoy at the Craft Beer Garden. Taking place during HarborFest, SeafoodFest features top chefs and popular local restaurants offering up delicious fresh seafood as well as cooking demonstrations, and the Youth Zone and Stage provides all kinds of kid-friendly entertainment.

Annual America’s Finest City Half Marathon

The Half Marathon begins at historic Cabrillo National Monument, with its majestic view of both San Diego Bay and the Pacific Ocean, follows scenic San Diego Bay and Harbor Island along the Embarcadero to The Star of India, winds through downtown San Diego, and ends in beautiful Balboa Park in front of the Hall of Champions. Starts at 6:45am. 5K Run/Walk – Fast loop course run completely within Balboa Park. Starts at 6:45 a.m.

41st Annual World Body Surfing Championships

Approximately 350-400 bodysurfers from around the world compete in their respective age divisions for trophies and prizes. The Men and Women’s Grand Champions will be crowned on Sunday afternoon.

San Diego International Kids’ Film Festival

The annual San Diego International Kids’ Film Festival in San Diego, California, is a cinematic event that gives young auteurs or children with an affinity for film an opportunity to celebrate their passion. The three-day festival boasts over 55 films from 25 countries, eight of which were shot by kids. Feature length screenings, Q&A sessions and discussions are among the additional attractions.

Modern Times Beer Festival of Dankness

What is Dankness? Dankness means excellent or high-quality. At the Modern Times Beer Festival of Dankness, you can expect to rejuvenate your taste buds with top quality brews. Bring along a friend and see which beers you like best.

La Vuelta Summer Festival

La Vuelta Summer Festival is a free community event that features vendors and exhibits, food courts and food trucks, craft beer gardens, classic car show, and live music.

San Diego Spirits Festival

San Diego Spirits Festival is a destination event attracting high-profile members of the spirits and culinary trade, as well as affluent consumers; it’s a celebration where you can meet and mingle with industry professionals and be entertained by our creative culinary and mixology teams. San Diego Spirits Festival is now in its fourth year, with unlimited tasting of spirits, including vodka, gin, tequila, whiskey, rum and much more. Saturday: 2:00pm – 6:00pm. Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm.

End of Summer 4 Mile Run/Walk

This summertime 4-mile run/walk will travel from La Jolla to Pacific Beach. The course goes through lofty neighborhoods along the coast. The event concludes with an awards ceremony and benefits the Clairemont Hills Kiwanis Foundation and area high schools.

Annual Bike the Bay

25-mile non-competitive community bike ride around the San Diego Bay featuring the only opportunity to ride across the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge.

U.S. Sand Sculpting Challenge and 3D Art

Held in San Diego, the U.S. Sand Sculpting Challenge and 3D Art Exposition invites professional sculptors from around the world to compete in a four-day contest. Guests can browse through the various pieces and watch as artists place the finishing touches on their work before the judging portion of the event. Guests can also peruse and purchase the work of other participating artists who create pieces in a range of media including jewelry, metal, glass and ceramics. With attractions such as live musical entertainment, sand sculpting classes and gourmet food trucks, this family-friendly festival offers something for guests of all ages. Friday – Monday All Day.