At Greater Good Realty, we care about what happens in our community and would like to keep you updated with special events! Here are some special events happening in San Diego for the Month of September.
Festival of Sail
Sept. 1–4
Come sail away at the largest Tall Ship festival on the west coast! The Festival of Sail transforms the North Embarcadero into a nautical theme park, complete with tall ships, cannon battles, a parade, a street faire, family fun, food, beer gardens, and a kids’ zone. Book a cruise or sail in advance online.
Location: Maritime Museum of San Diego
1492 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego
www.sdmaritime.org/visit/public-events/festival-of-sail
U.S. Sand Sculpting Challenge & Dimensional Art Exposition
Sept. 1–4
See SANDiegoTM like you never have before: sculpted in 300 tons of beach sand! World Master Sculptors come all over to challenge the best sculptors in the U.S. There will also be live entertainment, a sand box and rides for children, gourmet food trucks, tall ships and cannon battles, and over 1,000 works of art for sale.
Time: 9 am–5pm Friday & Monday, 9 am–7 pm Saturday–Sunday
Location: Broadway Pier and Pavilion
1000 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego
www.ussandsculpting.com
Tacotopia at the Track
Sept. 3
Try signature tacos from more than 40 of the best restaurants and food trucks from San Diego, TJ, and LA as they compete for your vote for “Best Taco.” While you eat your weight in tacos, you can also enjoy the excitement of the races, followed by live music from Steve Aoki. 18+ only.
Time: 1–4 pm
Location: Del Mar Thoroughbred Club
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar
www.sandiegoreaderevents.com/tacotopia-at-the-track-2017
San Diego Blues Festival
Sept. 9
Get your jam on to Mavis Staples, California Honeydrops, Joe Louis Walker, Rick Estrin & the Nightcats, Chris James with Patrick Rynn & Aki Kumar, and more. There will also be local craft beer, food vendors, specialty cocktails, and wine, along with arts and crafts vendors. The Food Bank asks all attendees to bring two cans of food to donate. All proceeds and food drive donations will benefit the Food Bank.
Time: Noon–8 pm
Location: Embarcadero Marina Park North
500 Kettner Blvd., San Diego
www.sdbluesfest.com
Poway Days Parade & Community Day Festival
Sept. 9
Gather on the streets of Poway for the annual parade at 9 am! From pageantry to marching bands to performers to local community groups, the parade is a thrilling sight. At 10:30 am, come to the Community Day Festival for the crafts and food vendors, family fun zone, battle of the bands, and more! This is a free event.
Time: Refer to website
Location: Refer to website (Poway)
www.powaydays.com
Santee Bluegrass Festival
Sept. 9
Have a “beer, wine, dine, and let the bluegrass shine” at the Santee Bluegrass Festival. In addition to live bluegrass music, there will be a food sampling, beer and wine tasting, silent auction, and an opportunity drawing. Funds raised from this event will benefit local programs. This is a 21+ event.
Time: 5:30–9:30 pm
Location: Town Center Community Park East
550 Park Center Dr., Santee
www.facebook.com/santeebluegrassfestival
Crafter’s Showcase
Sept. 10
Go on a handcrafted journey with 55 of the finest artisans and crafters of clothing, linens, jewelry, home decor, succulents, soaps, woodworking, beading and so much more. This is craftsmanship at its very best! There will also be live music, demos, artisan foods, and giveaways.
Time: 9 am–5 pm
Location: North Public Lot, 2938 Roosevelt St., Carlsbad
www.kennedyfaires.com/Carlsbad
San Diego Bayfair
Sept. 15–17
Make your plans to see some of the world’s fastest boats on Mission Bay. Bayfair features three days of nonstop boat racing, food, and fun on the shores of beautiful Mission Bay. Motorsports fans can get an up-close view of the racing action along of the shores of East Vacation Island, Fiesta Island or Crown Point.
Time: Refer to website
Location: Mission Bay, 1404 Vacation Rd., San Diego
www.sandiegobayfair.org
Coastal Cleanup Day
Sept. 16
Join more than 7,500 volunteers from all around the San Diego area and do your part to clean up our local beaches, rivers, creeks, and parks. You can take part in beautification projects like invasive plant removal, trail building, painting, and planting. Refer to website for a full list of volunteer sites. This is a free event.
Time: 9 am–Noon
Location: Refer to website
www.cleanupday.org
San Diego Festival of Beer
Sept. 22
Support a fundraiser to fight cancer while having a blast with your friends! This indoor/outdoor event will feature live music and many different breweries serving up to 120 varieties of tasty brews. Food and wine will also be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit local cancer charities such as Rady Children’s Hospital.
Time: 6–10 pm
Location: Broadway Pier
1000 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego
www.sdbeerfest.org
Pacific Islander Festival
Sept. 23–24
Celebrate the cultures and heritages of the indigenous nations of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia. This family-friendly event features traditional arts and crafts, music, dancing, and other live performances. This is a free event.
Time: Refer to website
Location: Ski Beach, 1600 Vacation Rd., San Diego
www.pifasandiego.com
San Diego Restaurant Week
Sept. 24–Oct. 1
Eat, laugh, and share at this September’s Restaurant Week. With more than 180 participating restaurants to choose from in San Diego County, diners can be assured that appetites will be appeased and cravings will be satisfied with prix-fixe two course lunches and three course dinners. Reservations are recommended.
Time: Refer to individual restaurant hours
Location: Refer to website for full list of participating restaurants
www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com
AIDS Walk & Run
Sept. 30
Join your friends and neighbors for the AIDS Walk/Run! We gather to remember the many who have been lost to AIDS, and to raise vital funds to support all of the San Diegans living today with HIV. Join us for San Diego’s largest fundraising event for HIV and be part of this incredible community experience!
Time: Refer to website
Location: Normal St. & Harvey Milk St., San Diego
www.aidswalksd.org
Adams Avenue Street Fair
Sept. 30–Oct. 1
Stroll along the inimitable Adams Avenue surrounded by music from 90 bands on seven stages and 350 arts, crafts, retail, and food vendors. There will also be beer gardens and giant carnival rides. The Craft Beer Taste will be held on Saturday from Noon to 4 pm and will feature 30 different beers from 16 breweries.
Time: 10 am–10 pm Saturday, 10 am–6 pm Sunday
Location: Adams Ave. between 32nd St. & 35th St.
www.adamsavenuebusiness.com/event-info/adams-avenue-street-fair
If you have more questions about San Diego Real Estate, the current market or things to experience in San Diego, feel free to contact us today at 619- GREATER or Info@GreaterGoodRealty.com
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