FEATURED SEPTEMBER EVENTS
LABOR DAY WEEKEND
When: September 2-5, 2016
Cap off the perfect summer by spending Labor Day weekend in San Diego enjoying the warm weather, cool beaches and everything the city has to offer including tall ship cannon battles, amazing sandcastles, 1812 Overture with fireworks and more.
US SAND SCULPTING CHALLENGE AND DIMENSIONAL ART EXPOSITION
When: September 2-5, 2016
It's a 4-day extravaganza for the whole family! The World Master Sand Sculptors' 3-dimensional art is astounding. Also, there will be live entertainment (big bands, singers and more), a sand box and rides for kids, a dozen gourmet food trucks, a great view of the bay, tall ships and cannon battles.
FLEET WEEK SAN DIEGO 2016
When: September 2 - October 1, 2016
Fleet Week San Diego honors and celebrates the men and women of the military through events that entertain and alliances that thank and support these heroes.
KAABOO DEL MAR FESTIVAL
When: September 16-18, 2016
KAABOO Del Mar is the ultimate MIXperience with 3 days, 7 stages, 100+ music acts, and many more happenings you'll just have to discover for yourself.
SAN DIEGO RESTAURANT WEEK
When: September 25 - October 2, 2016
For eight days only, enjoy prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus compiled of local products and ingredients at over 180 participating restaurants throughout San Diego County.
SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
When: September 28 - October 2, 2016
Be part of the scene with five days to immerse yourself in engaging films, the hottest parties, intriguing panels, celebrity sightings, and industry events.
FASHION WEEK SAN DIEGO
When: September 29 - October 2, 2016
FWSD brings new designers from around the world to show their never seen before collections on the FWSD Runway. This year they are featuring 26 very talented and dynamic labels/brands on the catwalk in La Jolla.
TOP SEPTEMBER EVENTS
46TH ANNUAL BARONA POWWOW
When: September 2-4, 2016
Join the Barona Band of Mission Indians for a weekend of contest dancing in all categories, camping, drums and cultural immersion.
FESTIVAL OF SAIL
When: September 3-5, 2016
Celebrate the largest Tall Ship Festival on the West Coast over Labor Day Weekend with live entertainment, cannon battles and 100+ food, art and craft vendors.
LITTLE ITALY LABOR DAY STICKBALL TOURNAMENT
When: September 3-4, 2016
The Labor Day Stickball Tournament takes over a the streets of Little Italy and allows players to revisit some childhood memories.
JULIAN GRAPE STOMP FESTIVAL
When: September 3, 2016
Julian Grape Stomp Festa's atmosphere is created with Italian music by Roman Holiday, dancing, Bocce Ball, stomping, wine tasting, kids entertainment and more.
SAN DIEGO BACON FEST
When: September 3, 2016
San Diego Bacon Fest is an all-inclusive event at Liberty Station, granting you unlimited samples from all our beverage and food vendors.
KGB SKY SHOW
When: September 3, 2016
A beautiful production blending lighting, video and special effects to enhance the fireworks display following an exciting SDSU football game.
HORRIBLE IMAGINING FILM FESTIVAL
When: September 7-11, 2016
San Diego's Horrible Imaginings Film Festival promotes and spotlights exemplary new artistic voices in what is commonly known as the horror genre.
SAN DIEGO BLUES FESTIVAL
When: September 10, 2016
The San Diego Blues Festival features members of the Blues Hall of Fame, a Grammy Award winner and many other blues acts.
GREEK FESTIVAL IN CARDIFF
When: September 10-11, 2016
Be Greek for the day and enjoy authentic food, music, live entertainment, dancing, children's activities and more the Annual Cardiff Greek Festival.
CORONADO ART WALK
When: September 10-11, 2016
Artists from around the country will be at Coronado Art Walk displaying works from paintings and photography to pottery, wood and glass pieces and jewelry.
3RD ANNUAL CARLSBAD BREWFEST
When: September 10, 2016
Carlsbad Brewfest celebrates craft beer with tastings from more than 30 San Diego & national breweries, music, entertainment, games & food vendors.
FLEET WEEK SEA & AIR PARADE
When: September 10, 2016
Fleet Week Sea & Air Parade is soaring back to San Diego with great fanfare as we prepare to experience the best of the U.S. military on display and in action.
SAN DIEGO BRAZILIAN DAY FESTIVAL
When: September 10, 2016
Brazilian Day invites you to join in the festivities celebrating the Brazilian culture with a street fair, parade, music, carnival and more!
SANTEE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
When: September 10, 2016
Take part in the Santee Bluegrass Festival with fine wines, a bevy of brews, tasty treats, bidding bazaar and live Bluegrass music.
BURGERS & BEER
When: September 10, 2016
Try gourmet burgers from more than 30 of the San Diego's best restaurants as they compete to win the "Best Burger" award at Burgers & Beers.
SOUTH BAY PRIDE ART & MUSICAL FESTIVAL
When: September 10, 2016
South Bay Pride Art and Music Festival will be a day (and evening) of fun for all with live entertainment, local art, food, drinks and more!
ANNUAL CORONADO MAINSTREET GARDEN PARTY
When: September 10, 2016
During the Coronado MainStreet Garden Party, explore the gardens of one of Coronado's historic homes while enjoying wine, craft beers and hor d'oeuvres.
GI FILM FESTIVAL SAN DIEGO
When: September 14-18, 2016
The GI Film Festival San Diego features film screenings, panel discussions, a family movie night, and awards while highlighting the local military culture.
TASTE OF DOWNTOWN
When: September 15, 2016
During Taste of Downtown, enjoy tantalizing tastes from more than 40 Restaurants located throughout the Gaslamp Quarter, East Village and other neighborhoods!
SAN DIEGO BAYFAIR - THUNDERBOAT RACES
When: September 16-18, 2016
San Diego Bayfair's World Series of Powerboat Racing - a family festival tradition for more than
ANNUAL FLEET WEEK CORONADO SPEED FESTIVAL
When: September 17-18, 2016
The annual Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival ("The Race at the Base") is celebrating its 19th year. Join thousands of race enthusiasts and fans in this premier motorsports event saluting our nation's military.
OLD TOWN SAN DIEGO FIESTAS PATRIAS
When: September 17, 2016
It's that time again to head to Old Town San Diego State Historic Park to celebrate Mexican Independence during the Fiestas Patrias!
WATER WARRIOR AMPHIBIOUS ASSAULT
When: September 17, 2016
Our Marine Corps Water Warrior Amphibious Assault includes a stand up and prone paddleboard races, outrigger canoe and surfski race, and an open water swim.
CARMEL VALLEY TRAIL 10K AND 5K
When: September 17, 2016
On the Carmel Valley Trail 10K and 5K, participants will experience a combination of single track and dirt service road trails through beautiful open spaces.
TASTE OF SOUTH PARK
When: September 17, 2016
Hallmarked by an eclectic band of restaurants, bars, and coffee houses, chart a course for South Park and satisfy all your foodie cravings in one day!
JULIAN MUSIC FESTIVAL
When: September 17, 2016
Celebrate the end of summer with bluegrass to celebrate the festival's roots and Western ballads to remember the past and present at the Julian Music Festival.
LANDLUBBERS DAY
When: September 17, 2016
In honor of International Talk Like a Pirate Day this September, Seaport Village is hosting Landlubbers Day, a festive celebration of all things pirate!
2016 MCAS MIRAMAR AIR SHOW
When: September 23-25, 2016
Marine Corps Air Station Miramar is once again hosting the largest military Air Show in the country! This year’s theme is Celebrating 100 Years of the Marine Corps Reserves.
POWAY RODEO
When: September 23-24, 2016
Professional rodeo cowboys from around the country compete during the annual Poway Rodeo. Can they hold on for 8 seconds?
THE HAUNTED HOTEL
When: September 23 - October 31, 2016
The Haunted Hotel in the Gaslamp Quarter is packed full of spine tingling, heart pounding effects that are so real they will keep you screaming for your life!
22ND ANNUAL SAN DIEGO FESTIVAL OF BEER
When: September 23, 2016
San Diego Festival of Beer is a fun-filled evening with beer lovers like yourself enjoying the sounds of live music while sampling from nearly 60 breweries.
22ND ANNUAL PACIFIC ISLANDER FESTIVAL
When: September 24-25, 2016
Pacific Islander Festival showcases the cultures and customs of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia with entertainment, food, music and specialty crafts.
ADAMS AVENUE STREET FAIR
When: September 24-25, 2016
Adams Avenue Street Fair is SoCal's largest free two-day music festival held each year during the last weekend in September in the community of Normal Heights.
OCEANSIDE HARBOR DAYS
When: September 24-25, 2016
Oceanside Harbor Days are two event filled days of sun, sand, and surf including a Sandcastle competition, entertainment, Nail 'n' Sail Competition, and more.
JULIAN APPLE DAYS FESTIVAL
When: September 24-25, 2016
The Julian Apple Days Festival is a two-day celebration featuring music and dancing, children's activities, a beer and wine garden, contests, and apple pie.
ART & CRAFT SHOW OLD TOWN SAN DIEGO
When: September 24-25, 2016
Experience a world full of colorful art, crafts and entertainment, delicious international food, tasty tequilas, and a craft beer and wine garden at the Art & Craft Show Old Town San Diego.
TOUR DE FAT SAN DIEGO
When: September 24, 2016
If dressing freaky, riding bikes, listening to bands and drinking beer are things you like, then don't miss the most fun fundraiser around...Tour de Fat is coming back to town!
3RD ANNUAL AVOCADO HALF MARATHON & 5K
When: September 24, 2016
The streets of Fallbrook, CA will once again become the host to one of San Diego County's newest and most scenic runs, the Avocado Half Marathon and 5K.
IRONMAN 70.3 SUPERFROG
When: September 25, 2016
The IRONMAN 70.3 SUPERFROG, in Coronado, California, is part of triathlon's rich Navy Seal history, a spectacular race set in one of the hotbeds of the sport.
LA MESA OKTOBERFEST
When: September 30 - October 2, 2016
Since 1973, the La Mesa Oktoberfest has featured hundreds of exhibitors, family friendly activities, German food, music, dancing, games and of course beer.
OKTOBERFEST IN EL CAJON
When: September 30 - October 9, 2016
Come to Oktoberfest in El Cajon and enjoy authentic German food, German beers and liquors, our band the Guggenbach-Buam and traditional folk dancing.
THE SCREAM ZONE AT THE DEL MAR FAIRGROUNDS
When: September 30 - October 31, 2016
The Scream Zone is San Diego's largest haunted attraction, with four attractions: House of Horror, Haunted Hayride, KarnEvil and more!
HAUNTED TRAIL OF BALBOA PARK
When: September 30 - October 31, 2016
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park is a stroll you will never forget. As you walk the mile-long Trail, spine-tingling sights and sounds will leave you trembling.