Bookstore worker Kenneth usually spends his nights sipping Tiki cocktails, but when he's suddenly laid off, he faces challenges he has long avoided—with transformative and heart-warming results. Don't miss the powerful play the NY Times calls Primary Trust a “Tender, delicately detailed portrait" October 1st - 20th at the La Jolla Playhouse on La Jolla Village Drive. Reserve your seats now!
October just wouldn't feel right without Oktoberfest, and this year celebrates Mesa's 51st anniversary of hosting the favorite German festival. Don't miss a minute of the full lineup of entertainment, including Oompa music, traditional German bands, rock music and live DJs. You'll witness the keg relay, a yodeling contest, and of course, the Dachshund Dash. You'll want to attend all 3 days so you don't skip a second of the crafts, games, and German performances. This event is free to enter for all ages and VIP passes start at $15.
The Wildest Oktoberfest in San Diego when the Ocean Beach Oktoberfest returns Friday and Saturday, October 11th - 12th, 2024 in Ocean Beach, where Newport hits the beach. Get ready for the biggest event yet with two full days of live music, contests, DJs, VIP areas, and awesome drink specials. Visit the event website for tickets and more!
Celebrating 23 years, the San Diego International Film Festival allows film lovers to watch movies from new and established directors. In between movies, individuals will have the opportunity to attend panels with filmmakers & actors to learn facts about behind the scenes. Previous film premieres include The Blair Witch Project, Napoleon Dynamite, and An Inconvenient Truth. Many films have even seen celebrities such as William Shatner, Colin Hanks, and Jesse Eisenberg - Early bird tickets and pass packages are available to purchase.
The annual Rancho BEERnardo Festival brings a wide selection of craft beers courtesy of some of the region's best brewers for one fun and boozy afternoon. Organized by the Sunrise Rotary of Rancho Bernardo, this event helps raise funds for various humanitarian programs while giving you the chance to sample more than 50 India Pale Ales (IPAs), craft beers, and a wide wine selection. General admission is $65, or you can enjoy early entry, complimentary food and access to a special VIP area with the VIP pass for $90. This event is for 21+ only, and special $10 passes are available for designated drivers.
Dress to impress at the 15th annual San Diego Spirits Festival, taking place at the breathtaking Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla. Spread out throughout five unique settings; guests can expect live entertainment, endless cocktails from 60+ brands, restaurant bites and a spirits competition. Tickets range from $78 - $89.
This sprawling 130-year-old winery has been host to brunches, weddings, and tasting rooms for 3 generations. This year, they invite you to enjoy what organizers call a "true artisan fair". All vendors hand-make their merchandise and are juried prior to participation. There is no admission fee, and you can learn more about the winery online.
The 58th annual Borrego Days Desert Festival returns to San Diego October 19-20, 2024 at Christmas Circle Community Park on Palm Canyon Drive. It's fun for the whole family with art exhibits, kid's zone, food vendors, artisans, education, a car show, live music, and more. The festivities are 9:45 am - 6 pm on Saturday, and 10 am - 3 pm on Sunday. Visit the event website for full event schedule and more!
The San Diego Zombie Crawl is a massive five-day event where the dead rise and crawl through San Diego! It's Southern California's premiere Halloween and Day of the Dead celebrations featuring adult treats, costume contests, welcome potions, live entertainment, DJs, and a legion of the Walking Dead! The danse macabre happens over two weekends, October 25-26 & October 31-November 3 in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter! Visit the event website for tickets!
Hillcrest’s Nightmare on Normal Street, San Diego's spookiest haunted Halloween dance party and costume competition returns to take over the Pride Flag Plaza at Normal and University on Saturday, October 26, from 5 - 11 pm! Featuring late-night live entertainment, costume contests for humans, pets, and ghosts alike, outdoor bars, and a host of San Diego's most ghoulish ghosts and goblins! Visit Nightmare on Normal Street's website for tickets!
Grab your cultural hats and come down to the Oceanside Dia De Los Muertos Festival, an annual celebration of Mexico's Day of the Dead festival. Soak in the culture through music, delectable Mexican food, crafts and lively entertainment. Youngsters can pick up books from the Bookmobile, there's a car show for auto enthusiasts, and the chalk cemetery is a spectacle to behold. Finally, honor your dearly departed by placing a memento or family relic at one of the many decorated alters. There's limited parking space so kindly use public transport whenever possible.
