San Diego Events in October 2012

The Haunted Hotel     Sept. 21-Oct. 31 Do you dare to step into a darkened basement where eerie sounds and ghosts abound and where spiders and creepy creatures try to reach out to touch anything alive? Brokers Building basement (424 Market St.) (619) 231-0131 / www.hauntedhotel.com The Haunted Trail     Sept. 28-Oct. 31 A Haunted Forest in the darkness of night is beckoning for you to come and walk upon its trail. Walk amid eerie sounds and strange smells and lurking shadows and where red eyes glow in the dark and creepy fingers reach out for you! Balboa Park. (619) 231-0131 / www.hauntedtrail.net Scream Zone     Sept. 28-Oct. 31 The Haunted Hayride is a one-of-a-kind attraction where riders huddle together on a tractor-pulled haywagon while stalked by ghosts, zombies and other-worldly creatures! Del Mar Fairgrounds. 858-755-1161 / www.thescreamzone.com  La Mesa Oktoberfest     Oct. 5-7 The smell of bratwurst and other German food, the sound of polka music the refreshing cool beer, and lots of arts, crafts and family activities. Downtown La Mesa on La Mesa Blvd. between Acacia & 4th Ave. www.lamesachamber.net/oktoberfest.php San Diego Walk Now for Autism Speaks     Oct. 6 Autism is a complex neurobiological disorder that impairs a person's ability to communicate and relate to others. Proceeds from this 3K walk will go towards further research for autism. 8am-12pm. Liberty Station. (562) 237-4175 / www.walknowforautismspeaks.org  Pacific Beachfest     Oct. 6 There's entertaining music, professional skateboarding, a fun run, surfing, beach volleyball, and sand dancing. You can shop along the beachfront for crafts, lunch, or beer. The event concludes with a fireworks show over the pier. 11am-7pm. (858) 273-3303 / http://pacificbeachfest.org FilAmFest     Oct. 6 Filipino traditions and American culture come together to present a fine festival. There's a variety of musical and costumed performances to entertain you while you visit the Cultural Stage and Art Pavilion. 11am-6pm. Paradise Valley Rd. (504) 390-3271  Oktoberfest by EdUcate     Oct. 6 In addition to a great feast of German food, beer, and music; there are contests, games, dancing, and activities that keep everyone amused all afternoon. 2-7pm. Standley Park lawn area (3585 Governor Dr.) (858) 337-5578 / www.uc-educate.org Old Town San Diego Art Festival     Oct. 7-8 Over 100 artists are coming to Old Town to present their amazing creations. Enjoy the music and staged entertainment, see a Model T Car Show, and visit the food court and beer garden. 10am-6pm. (619) 233-5008 / www.oldtownartfestival.com  Hillcrest Hoedown     Oct. 7 A western setting complete with a streetside saloon, hay bales, rides, country food, western clothing, cowboy hats, and other merchandise. The beer is flowing, country music is playing, and partners are dancing. 12-8pm. (619) 299-3330 / www.hillcresthoedown.com Polish Festival San Diego     Oct. 12-14 Today's event is for adults (age 21+). It's a tribute to Polish culture complete with singing, music, dance performances, food, and spirits. There are Polish souvenirs and Polish food such as sausage, golombkis or bigos. 5-11pm. Pacific Beach. $3. (858) 272-7655 / www.polishmission.org    La Jolla Art & Wine Festival     Oct. 13-14 An upscale art & wine festival in La Jolla presents art creations from emerging and established artists and delicious tastes of fine wine and beer. Live music stimulates a pleasing atmosphere for patrons to come and enjoy the day. 10am-6pm. Girard Avenue. (858) 349-4769 / www.ljawf.com Little Italy Festa     Oct. 13-14 It's the Little Italy Festa! Today, over 150 talented chalk artists will create amazing chalk art on the sidewalk in Little Italy known as "Gesso Italiano". In the evening, an Italian film will be presented on a large screen. 10am-10:30pm. (619) 615-1092 / www.littleitalyfestasd.com  Tierrasanta Oktoberfest     Oct. 13 Delicious German food & drink, polka music, slap-dancing, and carnival games. The event concludes with a fireworks display. 3-9pm. Tierrasanta Park & Rec. Center (11220 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.) (858) 268-0044 / www.tierrasanta.kiwanisone.org Union-Tribune Night & Day Festival     Oct. 13 This adult (age 21+) event features a main stage and a DJ stage; plus food vendors and local businesses and breweries to create an Oktoberfest look and feel. Bring your friends or a date to East Village for a good time. 3pm. (858) 401-0849 / www.utsandiego.com  Fifth Avenue Auto Showcase     Oct. 14 A spectacular display of high performance vehicles are rolling into the Gaslamp. Get a close look at Italian exotics such as the Farrari and Maserati and American classics such as the Thunderbird and Corvette. 11am-4pm. (619) 233-5227 / www.gaslamp.org San Diego Healing Arts Festival     Oct. 14 This health fair promotes healthy living alternatives through music, lecture, natural products, herbal remedies, nutrition, and presentations. The Workshop Area offers various meditative arts. 7:30-10pm. Adams Avenue. (619) 546-4806 / www.althealnet.org   Rancho Penasquitos Recreation Council Oktoberfest     Oct. 19 Come hungry for a feast of German potato salad, bratswurst sausage, red cabbage, sauerkraut, coleslaw, rolls, apple strudel, and spirits from the "Biergarten". Have fun learning Bavarian folk dances. 6-10pm. Hilltop Community Park (9711 Oviedo Way) (858) 538-8131 MS Bay to Bay Tour     Oct. 20 You can choose the big venture of a 2-day, 100-mile cycle from Irvine to San Diego. or choose less challenging rides of 15-miles or 30-miles that begin and end at Hospitality Point in Mission Bay. 6am-4pm. (760) 844-8413 / www.biketofinishms.com  Serra Mesa Community Fair     Oct. 20 The theme of this community festival is "Celebrate Serra Mesa". Come and enjoy a full day of carnival rides, games, merchant booths, musical entertainment, and tasty foods. 10am-4pm. Cabrillo Heights Neighborhood Park (8303 Hurlbut St.) (619) 571-6450 / www.serramesa.org Neighborhood 5-Year Anniversary Party     Oct. 20 This adult (age 21+) event is a celebraton of San Diego's local food and brewing businesses and a recognition of the 5th year anniversary of the "Neighborhood" restaurant. 1-6pm. East Village. $5. (858) 232-1875 / www.neighborhoodsd.com  Making Strides Against Breast Cancer     Oct. 21 Individuals with a personal commitment to the breast cancer cause are encouraged to form teams and raise pledges that are used for breast cancer research, screenings, and awareness. 7am-1pm. Balboa Park. (619) 682-7422 / www.cancer.org The Boulevard Boo! Carnival     Oct. 27 There's monster music, food, and merchandise at this festival-type carnival. See ghoulish beings hanging around the beer garden, game booths, and pumpkin patch. There will also be a parade.  11:30am-5pm. Clay Park (4759 Seminole Dr.) (619) 252-9883 / www.booparade.com   Cardiff Surf Classic & Green Beach Fair    Oct. 27 As in years past, attendees will enjoy a variety of musical entertainment on our solar powered stage, multiple kids activities including two performances from the San Diego Zoo's Dr. Zoolittle, food vendors and a surf contest. 124 Aberdeen Dr. 760.436.0431 / www.cardiffsurfclassic.com Monster Bash     Oct. 27 This adult Halloween party offers a costume contest with a $3,000 prize, so wear your best costume and let it come alive! There's plenty of bewitching cocktails, ghoulish food, and monster music. 5pm. Gaslamp Quarter. $35-$40. (619) 233-5008 / www.sandiegomonsterbash.com   Nightmare on Normal Street     Oct. 27 Normal Street has been transformed into an exciting Halloween party for adults (age 21+). You'll see people mingle about in elaborate costumes and high fashion enjoying music, street dancing, food, and cocktails. 7-10pm. $10/$50 VIP. (619) 692-2077 x-209 / www.thecentersd.org  This information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

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San Diego Events in September 2012

SoCAL Festival     Sept. 1 Outdoor block party and music festival that will keep you highly entertained. It presents live bands, DJ's, roving performers, Go-Go dancers, aerial stage performances, and interactive dance art performances. 12pm. East Village. $40-$50. (619) 233-5008 / www.socalfestival.com Lifetime Torchlight Run 5K     Sept. 6 It's a 5K run, so pick up your feet and pick up the pace. Participants can enjoy a post-event celebration with awards, music, light refreshments, and a beer garden. 4:30-8pm. East Mission Bay Park. $20-$40.  (619) 633-9879 / www.torchlight5K.com Taste at the Cove     Sept. 6 Indulge in delicious taste and toast complements from the finest restaurants, watch an open air fashion show in celebrity presence, dance to music, and enjoy wonderful silent and live auctions. 5-10pm. La Jolla, Ellen Browning Scripps Park. (619) 814-5574 / www.tasteatthecove.com  Old Town Fiesta de Kustom Kulture     Sept. 8 It's a unique classic car show featuring a big lineup of pre 1972 hot rods, street rods, and muscle cars. Get a close look at the specialty art of pinstriping and enjoy the musical entertainment while sifting through hot rod related merchandise. 10am-6pm. San Diego Avenue. (619) 291-4903 Fiestas Patrias     Sept. 9 Celebration of Mexico's Independence Day. Lively Mexican music will fill the air as people move about to look at cultural exhibits, listen to music, and shop for merchandise. 12-6pm. Delores Magdalino Memorial Rec. Center (2902 Marcy Avenue) (619) 454-4049 / www.invasora.com Old Town San Diego Tequila Trail Expo     Sept. 9 You can learn all about the tequila-making industry when you come to this event. There are booths presenting local businesses, educational displays, and tequila-related products. Ask questions; it never hurts to learn something new. 3-6pm. Twiggs Street. (619) 291-4903 San Diego Heart Walk     Sept. 15 Participants are encouraged to form teams to obtain pledges that will be used to help fight against various forms of heart disease. This event is in conjunction with the "San Diego Heart Walk Expo". 6:30-10am. Balboa Park. (858) 510-3849 / www.sdheartwalk.org San Diego Praise Fest     Sept. 15 The event presents three stages of wholesome Christian entertainment, an Open Air Marketplace, Health Village, Education Row, Kids Zone, Food Court, and a Youth Mentorship Zone. 11am-6pm. Federal Blvd. (858) 650-3190 / www.sandiegopraisefest.com San Diego Cancer Charity Festival of Beer     Sept. 21 Over 100 different beers from 50+ microbreweries. The event is for adults (age 21+). There is also wine & non-alcohol beverages, super good music, hot food, and novelty items. Downtown San Diego, at Columbia & B st. (760) 807-3530 / www.sdpac.org Pacific Islander Festival     Sept. 22-23 Pacific Islanders from Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia are presenting a colorful cultural festival that offers swaying music, ingenious crafts, imported goods, and tantalizing foods. 9am-4:30pm. W Mission Bay Park. (619) 886-5688 / www.pifasandiego.com San Diego Entrepreneur Day     Sept. 22 For persons who are interested to launch a small business or enhance an existing company. Subject matter includes new products/services, customer service, education, inventions, workshops, and more. 10am-6pm. East Village. (858) 401-0849 /  www.sdentrepreneurday.com Tour de Fat Bicycle Parade     Sept. 29 A parade is happening in Pacific Beach presenting the culture of Brazil and South America. You'll see various groups in traditional costumes march along in moving rhythm to the music. In conjunction with "Brazilian Day Festival". 10-11am. (435) 901-2582 / www.newbelgium.com Tour de Poway     Sept. 30 Participants can choose between different course lengths; 100-mile, 62-mile, 50-mile, 26-mile, and 18-mile. Each distance has scenic views from sub-cities to back country roads with various grades and elevations. 7a,-4pm. (858) 679-1027 / www.tourdepoway.com Adams Avenue Street Fair     Sept. 30-Oct. 1 Musical performances on 8-stages. 3-beer gardens, 300+ food and concession booths, and a carnival area with rides and games; plus a play area for kids, and a rest area for those who just need to stop and relax. 10am-7pm. (619) 282-7329 / www.adamsavenuebusiness.com   This information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

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San Diego Events in August 2012

Balboa Park 8-Mile & 3-Mile Runs     Aug. 4 You can choose between an 8-mile run or a shorter 3-mile run. Both courses travel through and around Balboa Park giving athletes a variance of travel and a refreshing workout. 7:30-10am. $15 (8-Mile Run) ~ $10 (3-Mile Run) (619) 578-4666 / www.sdtc.com San Diego Surf Cup 2012     Aug. 4-9 One of the top two youth soccer tournaments in the United States. Participating teams (age 9-18) come from as many as 25 states and other countries. 8am-8pm. San Diego Polo Field: 14555 El Camino Real. (760) 944-7176 / www.surfcup.com Clairemont Family Day     Aug. 4 Music and staged entertainment; plus food, merchandise, games, pony rides, carnival rides, and a car show. The recreation pool is open for FREE swimming. 8am-5pm. South Clairemont Rec. Center: 3605 Clairemont Dr. (858) 581-9924 / www.clairemontfamilyday.com  Marine Band San Diego Summer Concert     Aug. 4 Little Italy is proud to present a special summer concert performance by the Marine Band of San Diego along with a fun and entertaining party band and jazz band. The music is sensational! Seating is limited, so come early. 6-8pm. Date Street. (619) 233-3898 / www.littleitalysd.com Bird Rock - Taking It To The Streets     Aug. 11 Today is a good day to visit the community of Bird Rock. Merchant shops and restaurants along La Jolla Boulevard are holding open houses with discounts or give-aways. There's music, food, and entertaining activities for children. 11am-3pm. La Jolla Blvd. (858) 525-3714 Best of San Diego Party     Aug. 17 Food tasting event offering delicious cuisine from popular established restaurants. Rock and pop music and dance performances. Proceeds benefit the New Children's Museum. 6:30-9:30pm. Liberty Station. $35. (619) 744-0516 / www.sandiegomagazine.com Midnight Madness Festival     Aug. 18-19 There's musical entertainment, a beer garden tasting tent, refreshments, activities, and bike-related merchandise. This event is in conjunction with the "Midnight Madness Fun Bicycle Ride". 10:30pm-2am. Spanish Landing Park (east). www.sandiegomidnightmadness.org Wild Rides Car Show     Aug. 19 Hundreds of hot rods and classic cars. Demonstrations such as a dragster called the "Wild Thing" and a contest such as the "Engine Blowup". There's staged entertainment of music, dance, comics, and a bikini contest. 10am-3pm. Garnet Ave. in Pacific Beach. (760) 440-0896 Bike The Bay     Aug. 26 It's a 25-mile bike ride that begins at the Embarcadero Marina Park South and travels over the magnificent Coronado Bay Bridge and back to the marina by way of the Bayshore Bikeway. 7am-12pm. Embarcadero Marina Park S. (619) 977-2989 / www.bikethebay.net Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center Carnival     Aug. 26-28 Everybody is welcome to come to this carnival at the Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center (1885 Coronado Ave.) Attractions include exciting carnival rides and games for all ages; plus snacks and a portrait novelty booth. 5-11pm.  (760) 735-8542 / www.amusements.com  This information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

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