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January
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Buick
Invitational � San Diego�s premiere annual golfing event. Since 1952, the
Buick Invitational has tested golfing�s best!
Where: Torrey Pines Golf Course, La Jolla
When: End of January
May
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Fiesta Cinco de Mayo - In 1983, Old Town�s Bazaar del Mundo created the Old Town Fiesta Cinco de Mayo, an event designed to commemorate the 1862 Battle of Puebla, during which, out-numbered Mexican forces defeated the French Army, setting the stage for Mexico�s eventual triumph over French imperialism. Since that time the event has evolved into our region�s largest celebration of Hispanic culture, San Diego and California�s history, diversity and the arts. In 2005, the event becomes Old Town Fiesta Cinco de Mayo, along with the name change, comes a host of exciting additions and changes.
Where: Old Town San Diego
When: Week of May 5th
June
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La Jolla Concerts by the Sea - Enjoy free concerts every Sunday in beautiful Scripps Park. Concerts range from Big Band to Jazz to Swing
Where: Scripps Park, La Jolla
When: Every Sunday � June through Labor Day
September
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Adams Avenue Street Fair - Southern California�s largest FREE two-day music festival. The Adams Avenue Street Fair includes more than 70 musical acts performing on six stages spread out over an eight-block area. Street Fair-goers will enjoy a variety of music, including blues, rock, world, alternative, roots-rock, jazz, reggae, zydeco, alt-country and acoustic. In addition to the electric and eclectic music, there are giant carnival rides, family activities, more than 300 food, arts, craft vendors selling their specialties throughout the Street Fair venue and three beer gardens.
Where: Adams Avenue; Normal Heights neighborhood
When: Mid-September -
Fleet
Week - Heralded as the largest military appreciation event in the nation,
Fleet Week San Diego offers civilians an opportunity to learn about the military
by experiencing fighter jet demonstrations, touring Navy ships and taking part
in military traditions.
Where: Events held at various locations throughout San Diego County.
When: End of September through October -
San Diego Thunderboat Regatta � The fastest boats in the world compete for the Bill Muncey Cup. Expect speeds up to 200 mph as they battle for the championship. San Diego�s largest sporting competition and premiere beach festival is fun for all ages� fireworks, live entertainment, interactive displays, and fun in the sun!
Where: Mission Bay
When: Mid-September
December
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Christmas in San Diego - From late November through the holidays San Diego becomes a city of lights in celebration of Christmas. A �must do� is a visit to The Festival of Lights at Old Town's Bazaar del Mundo. Be sure to visit the December Nights festival in Balboa Park where visitors will find crafts, food, decorations, and caroling. La Jolla Christmas Parade and Holiday Festival, Coronado Holiday Lights Walk, and at the San Diego Bay lighted boat parade are other Christmas in San Diego festivities that are fun for the whole family!.
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San Diego Harbor Parade of Lights - More than 80,000 people come to San Diego�s downtown waterfront to watch the Parade of Lights. Kicking-off with a fireworks extravaganza, this free, distinctly Californian celebration features boats decorated for the holiday season that sail from the east end of Shelter Island into the downtown waterfront area.
Where: San Diego Harbor � Viewing areas include the north and south ends of the Embarcadero, the bayside pathway on Coronado and the waterfront park behind Seaport Village. Those planning to view the Parade of Lights from Harbor Island
When: 2nd and 3rd Sundays in December beginning at approximately 9pm
Trust us, we've been there!
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