San Diego Calendar of Events

San Diego Padres Baseball - The Padres of National Major League Baseball will play their games at Qualcomm Stadium located in Mission Valley. Tickets: 619-29-PADRES. Schedules: CALL FOR EXACT DATES. 619-283-4494.

Fridays & Saturdays

Spike and Mike's Classic Festival of Animation - Short subject animated films representing different countries of the world. Museum of Contemporary Art, San Diego in La Jolla. Fri & Sat only. Call for times. 858-459-8707

6 - 7

29th Annual San Diego Crew Classic - The US, Canada and Europe are represented as over 3000 rowers participate in classic rowing competitions starting at 7am, Crown Point Shores, Mission Bay. Entertainment, including bands, raffles and the US Navy parachute team, food. $5.00 adults, free under 12 and active military. $5.00 preferred parking. 858-488-0700 or www.crewclassic.org.

6 - 12

Butterflies & Orchids - Thousands of butterflies from around the world swarm the San Diego Wild Animal Park's Hidden Jungle exhibit. The Crevasse, adjacent to Hidden Jungle will feature stick insects, leaf bugs and leaf cutters ants. More than 300 orchids are displayed during this two week spring fling and the horticulture staff give daily presentations on orchid care and cultivation, during park hours. 619-234-6541.

6

Annual Revival of the Pegleg Smith Liar's Contest - The oldest ongoing story telling contest in the United States. The first lie was told in 1916!! Contestants must relate tall tales about Pegleg Smith, lost gold, or the desert and are limited to about 5 minutes in length. Held in the evening, open to the public and free. Held at Pegleg Smith Monument in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, seven miles northwest of Christmas Circle in Borrego Springs, off Highway S-22 and Henderson Canyon Road. Borrego Springs is 85 miles from downtown San Diego. 760-767-5555.

13 - 14

14th Annual Borrego Springs Grapefruit Festival; Celebrates the end of the grapefruit season. Music, food, arts, crafts, youth games, car show, blue grass music festival. Free. Christmas Circle. Borrego Springs. 760-767-5555 or 800-559-5524.

Coronado Flower Show Weekend - Largest flower show under a tent in the western United States, with a book sale, food, entertainment,classic car display and art-in-the-park. Spreckels Park, Coronado. 619-437-8788.

Quail Botanical Gardens Herb Festival 2002 - The annual Herb Festival at Quail Botanical Gardens will feature herb walks, tours of the gardens, vendors selling herb-related items and spring plant sale. Food will be available and the gift shop will be open. Parking is free. 760-436-3036.

The Latino Book & Family Festival - A free cultural festival promoting literacy and Latino literature. The two day festival is a celebration of books, careers, education, health, the home, recreation, travel and more. Saturday: 10am-7pm, Sunday: 10am-6pm, San Diego Convention Center. 760-434-7474

13

Chula Vista, A Taste Of The Arts - A free fine arts festival that showcases regional artists in the area of visual and performing arts. Entertainment, arts, crafts, vendors, food, children's activity center, salsa contest. Marina View Park, 400 J Street, 9am-5pm. 619-585-5627.

14

16th Annual Fallbrook Avocado Festival; Arts, crafts, fun, games and food featuring avocados. 9am-5pm Main Street, Fallbrook, 760-728-5845.

15 - 30

2002 San Diego Spirit - San Diego's new Women's United Soccer Association (WUSA) team, the San Diego Spirit, will play their season games at Torero Stadium of the University of San Diego. The season will bring exciting women's outdoor soccer play to San Diego. The 2002 Season dates to be announced. Call for tickets and information: 1-877-4-SOCCER or www.sandiegospirit.com.

18 - 30

57th Annual Del Mar National Horse Show - One of the nation's most prestigious equestrian events, the Del Mar National Horse Show features the Grand Prix Del Mar and includes international and national championship riders, draft horse, dressage and western hunter-jumper competitions. Del Mar Arena. 858-792-4252 or 858-792-4288.

19 - 30

Movies Before the Mast - Presented by the San Diego Maritime Museum. Enjoy a beautiful sunset followed by a feature film. This film series is unique to San Diego; it presents nautical themed films that are shown outdoors on the deck of the tallship 'Star of India'. These family movies are projected onto one of the sails of the tall ship and include a nautical cartoon. Refreshments are available. Metered parking is free after 6pm. 619-234-9153.

20 - 21

19th Annual Encinitas Street Fair. Includes 400+ arts and crafts vendors, food, music and family amusement and entertainment. South Coast Highway 101, Encinitas. 9am-5pm. 760-943-1950.

71st Annual Fallbrook Garden Club Flower Show - America the Beautiful. Largest garden club flower show in San Diego County. Floral displays, plant specimens and sales, educational exhibits. Saturday: 2-6pm, Sunday: 10am-4pm. Location: Fallbrook Community Center,341 Heald Ln.(off Fallbrook St), Fallbrook. 760-723-1218

Ramona Pageant - The Ramona Pageant Association presents the 2002 Ramona Pageant, the official California State outdoor play. The story of Ramona and Alessandro, from the book by Helen Hunt Jackson, will be held on Saturday and Sunday only, 3:30pm at the Ramona Bowl, Hemet, California. The event is also held on April 27 & 28 and May 4-5, 2002. 800-645-4465.

20

32nd Annual Chicano Park Birthday Anniversary - Traditional Aztec and folklorico dancing, musicians, food, crafts booths, lo-rider car show. A free event. 10am-5pm, location: Chicano Park, Crosby & Logan Avenues. 619-563-4661.

Rosarito-Ensenada Spring 50 Mile Fun Bicycle Ride - Starts at the south end of Rosarito Beach, travels the Free (libre) Road south to the Finish Line Fiesta in Ensenada, Baja California. Entry fee. Bicycling West, 619-583-3001 or www.rosaritoensenada.com.

21

13th Annual San Diego EarthFair; EarthFair is a festival and celebration for the Earth. The free festival, 10am-5pm, starts with the children's parade at 10am. Children's activity area, booths, educational exhibits, earth friendly food and music. Balboa Park. Event produced by San Diego Earthworks. 858-496-6666 or www.earthdayweb.org

Port of San Diego Day At The Docks - Sportfishing Festival featuring food, entertainment and boat rides. San Diego Sportfishing Landing, Harbor Dr. and Scott St. Free. 9am-5pm. www.sportfishing.org.

Poway Springfest Street Fair - Arts, crafts, exhibitors, food and entertainment, Kids Zone. Free admission, 10am-4pm. Location: Midland Rd at Poway Rd. 858-748-0016 or www.poway.com.

22 - 28

First Annual World of Fashion & Light Cuisine Week - This weeklong haute couture and haute cuisine extravaganza will bring together high fashion and exceptional light gourmet cuisine to the San Diego community. Westgate Hotel, downtown San Diego. Tickets and details: 619-557-3619

26 - 28

Lakeside Western Days & Annual Lakeside Rodeo - The Lakeside Western Days celebration features arts & crafts, food and entertainment and is held in conjunction with the Annual Lakeside Rodeo. The Western Days Parade is 9:30am on Saturday. The Rodeo, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, features seven major events. Lakeside Rodeo Grounds, Highway 67 and Mapleview Street, Lakeside. 619-561-4331 or www.lakesiderodeo.com.

27 - 28

29th Annual San Diego Adams Avenue Roots Festival - Vintage blues, folk, jazz, country and international music on 6 stages. Saturday: 10am-10pm, Sunday: 10am-7pm. Outdoor setting: 35th & Adams. Free festival. 619-282-7329 OR 619-282-7833.

4th Annual Union-Tribune San Diego A La Carte Festival - Food from San Diego's best restaurants, unique microbeers, live music, entertainment, special activities for kids and celebrity chef demonstrations. Location: Presidents Way & Park Blvd, Balboa Park. 619-338-1726 or www.signonsandiego.com/alacarte.

Art Walk 2002 - The two day festival showcases visual and performing artists in their work environment and in stage areas. Self-guided tours, Little Italy, downtown San Diego. Starts on Kettner Blvd. 12 noon to 6pm, free admission. 619-615-1090 or www.artwalkinfo.com.

Hanamatsuri Bazaar - Japanese food, arts, lectures on Buddhism and drumming bring the Japanese and American cultures together. Food, music, demonstrations of flower arranging. 12-6pm, Vista Buddhist Temple and Community Center. 760-941-8800.

Ramona Pageant - The Ramona Pageant Association presents the 2002 Ramona Pageant, the official California State outdoor play. The story of Ramona and Alessandro, from the book by Helen Hunt Jackson, will be held on Saturday and Sunday only, 3:30pm at the Ramona Bowl, Hemet, California. The event is also held on April 20-21 and May 4-5, 2002. 800-645-4465.

27

16th Annual Linda Vista Multi-Cultural Fair/Parade; Ethnic food and entertainment. Parade at 11am from Levant to Comstock on Linda Vista Road. Fair at Linda Vista Road, between Comstock and Ulrich Streets from 10am-5pm. 858-560-0871.

29th Annual San Diego Historical Society's Showcase - The 2002 Showcase features a historic home that has been selected for renovation and interior decoration by well known regional designers. After renovation, the home is open to the public for viewing. The historic home will be chosen and announced later. Tickets and information: 619-533-7355.

International Friendship Festival - Multi-cultural event with professional and student entertainment, food, crafts, vendors booths. 10am-6pm, free admission. Alliant International University campus, 10455 Pomerado Road, Scripps Ranch. 858-635-4607

Mission Hills Garden Walk - This festive garden tour will feature live music and local artists. Self guided tours start at the Mission Hills Nursery, 1525 Ft Stockton St. Come "through the garden gates" for an exclusive opportunity to view these creative and varied Mission Hills gardens. 10am-4pm approximately. 619-543-9388

28

2002 La Jolla Half Marathon - Begins 7:30am, Del Mar Fairgrounds; ends La Jolla Cove Park. Also: 5 mile stride and a 5K run. 858-454-1262 or www.lajollahalfmarathon.com.

May 2002

1 - 5

3rd Annual Stan Humphries Celebrity Golf Classic Presented by Toyota. The only Southen California stop on Golf's Celebrity Players Tour; with a $275,000 purse. There will be a 2 day Celebrity-Amateur tournament, a 36 hole Stroke Play Celebrity Pro Tournament and other activities. Key celebrities include Marcus Allen, Emmit Smith, Jerry Rice, Johnny Bench, Ray Romano and Jim Mcmahon. Morgan Run Resort & Club, Ranch Santa Fe, CA. 858-373-8700.

Art Alive 150 plus impressive floral international of paintings and sculptures from the permanent collection. San Diego Museum of Art. Open to the public. 619-232-7931.

USA Gymnastics Men's Junior Olympic National Championships - The top US athletes, agaes 12 to 18 years will compete in this national championship. Held at the San Diego Concourse, Golden Hall. The meets are held at different times during the championships. Call for times and tickets: 619-296-8411 or www.sandiegoteamcup.com.

1 - 31

Buds'n Blooms-A Floral Fiesta in Balboa Park - The magnificent horticulture of Balboa Park is the centerpiece for this annual spring celebration. Features floral-themed activities, museum exhibits, tours, performances and free outdoor family activities. 619-235-1100 or 619-239-0512.

1 - Sept 27

El Cajon Concerts of the Green - Free Friday evening concerts, featuring a variety of music, presented from 5:30-7:30pm at Prescott Promenade Park, Main street, downtown El Cajon. 619-401-8858.

1 - Sept 30

San Diego Padres Baseball - The Padres of National Major League Baseball will play their games at Qualcomm Stadium located in Mission Valley. Tickets: 619-29-PADRES. Schedules: CALL FOR EXACT DATES. 619-283-4494.

1 - October 31

Annual Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay - Enjoy an evening under the stars with top name entertainers. Humphrey's Hotel. Shelter Island. CALL FOR EXACT DATES. Dates/artists: 619-523-1010 or 619-220 TIX or www.humphreysconcerts.com.

Tijuana Bullfighting Season - Sunday afternoon events at 4pm at either Plaza Downtown Bullring or the Bullring by the sea, Tijuana, Baja California. Dates, tickets: Mexicoach, 619-232-5049.

1 - Nov 30

La Jolla Playhouse Season - Performances by the Tony award winning playhouse are presented at either the Mandell Weiss Theatre or the Mandell Weiss Foroum on the University of California, La Jolla campus. Performance schedule for 2002 to be announced in February. Call for tickets and information: 858-550-1010 or www.lajollaplayhouse.com.

3 - 5

Annual Fiesta Cinco De Mayo in Old Town Free, 3 day Mexican celebration with 200+ entertainers, featuring dance, music, food and historical re-enactments. The fiesta exposes residents and tourists to Mexican history and Hispanic culture and takes place throughout Old Town community, State Historic Park and Bazaar del Mundo courtyard 5-9pmFriday, 12 noon to 6 pm on Saturday and 12noon to 5pm Sunday. 619-296-3161 or 619-291-4903 or www.fiestacincodemayo.com.

Wings Over Gillespie features over 70 World War II and vintage aircraft, aviation celebrities including members of the Tuskegee Airmen and the Navajo Code Talkers, World War II aviation memorabilia, armored vehicles, airplane rides, parachute jumpers and music of the 40's with the sounds of the big bands. Friday night- Bid Band Dinner Dance, Saturday & Sunday - Festival 8am-5pm. Admission: adults 7.00, children under 10 yrs are free. Gillespie Field, El Cajon. 888-215-7000 or www.cafairgroup1.org.

4

54th Annual Maytime Band Review High School & Junior High School marching bands from California compete in this prestigious event. Starts 10:30am, Highland Avenue between 28th and 16th Street in National City. Trophy ceremony, Kimball Park Bowl, 12th & D streets, approximately one hour after the review. 619-477-9339 or 619-475-6124.

Borrego Spring Cinco De Mayo Fiesta features food, music and dancing. Christmas Circle, center of town. 760-767-5555.

4 - 5

Cupa Days Celebration - Native-American dancing, handgames, arts, crafts, jewelry and food. Sat: 10am-5pm. Admission and parking free. No drugs or alcohol. Pala Indian Reservation, 15 North to 76 East (7 miles). 760-742-1590.

The Ramona Pageant Association presents the 2002 Ramona Pageant, the offical California State outdoor play. The story of Ramona and Alessandro, from the book by Helen Hunt Jackson, will be held on Saturday and Sunday only, 3:30pm, Ramona Bowl, Hemet. 800-645-4465.

5

Calexico Cinco De Mayo Festival Food, dancers, music, 5-10pm. Rockwood Plaza, Calexico. 760-357-1166.

Chula Vista Cinco De Mayo Celebration Cultural street fair, on Third Avenue, between F and G Streets. Hispanic entertainment, food, drinks, arts and crafts. 10am-6pm. 619-442-1982.

Cinco in the Gaslamp - The Cinco De Mayo Celebration takes the form of a live music block party in the Gaslamp Quarter. Includes live bands, mariachi music, ballet folklorico, Mexican food, margaritas and more. Ticketed event, 21 yrs and up. 619-233-5008.

Oceanside Cinco De Mayo Fiesta - Latino music festival, food, music, entertainment. 11am-5pm, Oceanside Pier Amphitheater. 760-839-6587 or www.ci.oceanside.ca.us.

Spring Village Faire - Largest one-day street fair in California. Features exhibitors, international food and live entertainment. Grand Avenue, downtown Carlsbad. 8am-5pm. 760-434-8887 or www.carlsbadca.org.

6

The Coast of Pacific Beach Restaurant Walk - The annual event, from 5:30-8:30pm, will feature sample from 14 restaurants of the Pacific Beach area. Tickets: $14.00. available through Discover Pacific Beach. 858-273-3303.

8 - 12

Annual Julian Wildflower Show - The annual show presents the area's wildflowers and weeds in colorful arrangements. 10am-5pm, Julian Town Hall. 760-765-1857.

10 - 11

Lemon Grove Old Time Days - Entertainment, arts and crafts. School Lane and Central, Lemon Grove. Parade 10am, Saturday. Hours: Fri 4-10pm, Sat 10am-10pm with fireworks Sat at 9pm. 619-825-3815.

11

26th Annual Pacific Beach Block Pary & Street Faire Free block party with live music, arts, crafts, children's activity area, farmers market, health fair, entertainment and food booths. All proceeds to Pacific Beach organizations and schools. 9am-6pm, Garnet Avenue, between Ingraham St and Mission Blvd. 619-641-5823 or www.pbblockparty.com.

12 - 18

National Historic Preservation Week - The Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation event promotes historical locations, heritages, tourism and shows the social and economic benefits of historic preservation. Special tours and events focus on the unique characters of the historic district. 619-233-4692.

17 - 19

2001 Ramona Round-up Rodeo One of the country's top PRCA sanctioned full-scale pro rodeos. Western dances and specialty western acts. Location: 5th and Aqua, Ramona. 760-789-1484.

Portuguese Festa - Festival with food, pageantry and entertainment, on Friday and Saturday evenings and all day Sunday at the United Portuguese Hall, 2818 Avenida de Portugal, Pt Loma. Features: 10am Sunday Parade, 11am Sunday mass at St. Agnes Church, Pt Loma. 619-223-5880.

18

9th Annual Imperial Beach Chili & Jazz Festival All day jazz concerts with local, national bands. Admission free to the public. Pancake breakfast 7:30 - 11:00 a.m. Amateur and restaurant chili contest with cash prizes, beer garden (21 years and over). Nominal cost for chili, ice cream, hotdogs, nachos and beverages. 7:30am-6pm, Veterans Park, 8th Street and Imperial Beach Blvd. Imperial Beach. 619-575-7997 X305.

Armed Forces Day Festival Car show, music, entertainment, arts, crafts, carnival games and aircraft displays. 10am-4pm, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar. Admission and parking free. 858-577-1000.

18 - 19

13th Annual San Diego American Indian Cultual Days Traditional singers and dancers, American Indian food and arts & crafts. Park Blvd, Presidents Way, Balboa Park. 9am-6pm, free. 619-281-5964.

Santa Ysabel Arts Festival - Largest gathering in the back country, of artists, musicians, dancers and poets. Demonstrations of sculpting and weaving, entertainment, exhibits. 10am-5pm, Highways 78 & 79, Santa Ysabel. 760-765-1676.

19

A Taste of the Nation Local chefs and restaurants will be donating their resources and talents to help raise money for local anti-hunger efforts. Features an array of foods and beverages and unlimited sampling. Location: Loews Coronado Bay Resport. Sponsored by the nationwide organization for hunger relief: Share Our Strength. Tickets: 800-955-8278 or information: 800-969-4767 or www.strength.org.

California Half Ironman - Held at the Oceanside Pier and expected to draw 2500 entrants. Athletes will compete in the race by swimming 1.2 miles in Oceanside Harbor, ride their bikes along the 56 mile course on Camp Pendleton and the half-marathon will be along the coast and finish at the Oceanside Pier. Volunteers and interested parties: 760-757-0599 or www.active.com.

Escondido Street Faire - Arts and crafts,a fine art exhibit, international food fair and children's rides. 9am-5pm. Grand Avenue between Center City Parkway and Ivy. 760-945-9288.

North Park Spring Festival - Four stages with bands, Karaoke, performing arts food court, merchant booths with unique crafts. Childrens area including Chalk Walk, a sidewalk coloring contest, carnival rides & games. Location: University Avenue, between 30th and 32nd Streets, 10am-6pm. Free admission. 619-294-2501 or www.northparkmainstreet.com.

Sicilian Festival - Free festival, includes music, dancing, vendor booths and entertainment, 10am-6pm. Little Italy, downtown San Diego. 619-233-3506.

24 - Sept 1

Summer Star Gazing - SDSU's Mount Laguna Observatory, on the Sunrise Highway, is open to the public most Friday and Saturday at the Mt Laguna Forest Service Visitor Center. 619-473-8547 or 619-594-6182 or www.mintaka.sdsu.edu.

25

KIFM Jazz Festival - Jazz block party and music festival in the Gaslamp Quarter. In addition to the music on the street, many clubs and restaurants will also feature local jazz bands. 12noon-10pm. 4th Avenue and Island Street, downtown San Diego. 619-297-3698.

25 - 26

Annual Julian Mayfest Festival with a May Pole, folk dancing, Austrian music and traditional Austrian food and drink. Valley Independent Bank Parking lot, Main Street, Julian. 760-765-1857.

Annual Valley Center Western Days Features sheriffs, outlaws, cowboys, cowgirls, games, country music, parade and food. Community Hall, Lilac Rd, Valley Center. 760-749-8472.

26

23rd Annual Ethnic Food Fair Dancing, music, and foods of 30 nations. Free admission. House of Pacific Relations International Cottages, Balboa Park, 10am-4pm. 619-234-0739 or 619-239-0512.

26 - Sept 9

Annual Coronado Promenade Concerts - Free Sunday evening concerts, 6pm, Spreckeles Park, Coronado. 619-437-8788.

31 - June 1

Suzuki Rock and Roll Marathon Sports and Fitness Expo - The Expo is open to the public 10am-6pm and admission is free. There will be over 100 vendors displaying running, health, athletic and fitness products. The Suzuki Rock'n'Roll Marathon Official Souvenir Shop will also be open throughout the Expo and will be available at the finish pavilion. Golden Hall, Community Concourse, downtown San Diego. The Rock and Roll Marathon will take place on June 2. 858-450-6510.

31 - June 2

8th Annual Ramona Air Fair Features aerial fire fighting, aircraft demonstration flights, military aircraft flights, World War II aircraft, aerobatic planes, airplane rides, numerous vendor and food booths. Ramona Airport, Friday: 5-10pm and Saturday: 7am-4pm. Free admission. 760-788-6174.

Tecate Score Baja 500 - Annual off-road car, motorcycle, truck loop race in Baja California, Mexico. Starts and ends in Ensenada. Entry fee, free viewing. 818-225-8402.

**This calendar has been produced to assist you in making travel arrangements. It is for information only and does not constitute a recommendation. Dates for events were correct at time of publication. Since dates are occasionally changed, please confirm them in advance. Return to Arizona Trails California Bed & Breakfast Home Page