San Diego Special Events


 
 
January

Kicking off the year in January, the San Diego Marathon is held in Carlsbad

January to March California Whale Migration
Annual migration of the California gray whales to warm breeding grounds off of Baja California.
February to April Wildflowers Bloom In The Desert
Depending on rainfall in winter, the natural beauty of the Anza Borrego Desert State Park is enhanced by the almost magical appearance of desert wildflowers in the spring. THE FULL BLOOM IS ONLY FOR TWO TO SIX WEEKS. Visitors Center hours are 9am-5pm daily from Oct-Jun 1, weekends only in summer. 24 hour information line: 760-767-4684.
For information: 760-767-4201 or
www.anzaborrego.statepark.org
February to April Spring Training Camps  - Follow the action - Major League Baseball teams head to Arizona to warm up for the new season.
5 May Fiesta Cinco de Mayo
Mexican patriotic celebration of dance, food and historical reenactments in San Diego Old Town.
First Sunday in May Carlsbad Village Street Faire
8am-5pm; Grand Ave; 850 exhibits, food, entertainment, arts/crafts. It is the largest single day street fair in California. It's held on Grand Ave., which is one block north of Carlsbad Village Dr. For more information call (760) 931-840
16 June to 5 July Del Mar Fair - Biggest annual event in San Diego
Early September Street Scene San Diego - Giant 3-day Music & Food Festival in the Gaslamp Quarter featuring over 30 major bands on several outdoor stages.
First Sunday in November Carlsbad Village Street Faire
8am-5pm; Grand Ave; 850 exhibits, food, entertainment, arts/crafts. It is the largest single day street fair in California. It's held on Grand Ave., which is one block north of Carlsbad Village Dr. For more information call (760) 931-840
Late December Culligan Holiday Bowl - NCAA championship football bowl game at Qualcomm Stadium
FOREVER PLAID:
The hit musical, perfect for all ages, about four irresistible harmony singers of the 50's and 60's. Closed on Monday. Theatre in Old Town, Old Town State Park. 688-2494

MYSTERY CAFE DINNER THEATRE:
Enjoy a delicious 4 course meal as you interact with actors and guess whodunnit. Weekends, runs indefinitely, new shows yearly. Imperial House Restaurant, Balboa Park area. 544-1600

PINE HILLS DINNER THEATER:
Performances Friday, Saturday evenings, with Bar-B-Q at 7pm and curtain at 8pm. Dinner and show: $28.50. Special Sunday matinees. Pine Hills Lodge, Julian. 1-760-765-1100

TRIPLE ESPRESSO- A HIGHLY CAFFEINATED COMEDY:
An irresistible, sidesplitting comedy about three hapless, hilarious, loveable performers. Music, magic and more. Performances Wed through Sun. at the Horton Grand Theatre, 444 4th Avenue, Gaslamp Quarter, downtown. 234-9583

EAST COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 1998-99 SEASON:
The premier subscription season has productions from classical music and dance and concerts with some of the biggest names in show business. Parking is free. Call for individual productions. 440-2277

THE FRITZ THEATER 1999 SEASON(Through September 5):
Will be presented at the Payhouse, 420 Third Avenue, downtown San Diego. 233-7505

SAN DIEGO PLAYGOERS SERIES(Through November 7):
The 1998-1999 season of the San Playgoers presents award-winning musicals and outstanding stars. Theater, downtown San Diego.570-1100or231-8995

WELK RESORT THEATRE:
Presenting the 1999 season of musicals at Welk Resort Center Dinner Theater, Escondido.1-760-749-3448 or 1-888-802-SHOW

SAN DIEGO JUNIOR THEATER 1998-99 SEASON(Through August 18):
Presented at the Casa del Prado Theatre in Balboa Park. Fri, Sat & Sun, $549.00. 239-8355

MOONLIGHT AMPHITHEATRE 1998-1999 WINTER SEASON AT AVO(Through September 19):
Continues indoors at the Avo Playhouse, Vista. 1-760-724-2110

LAMB'S PLAYERS THEATRE 1999 SEASON(Through November 21):
The season offers a variety of classics, comedies and musicals. Lamb's Players Resident Theatre, Coronado. 437-0600

HOUSE OF PACIFIC RELATIONS, INTERNATIONAL COTTAGES LAWN PROGRAMS(Through October):
Free Sunday programs of ethnic song and dance, 2-3pm, on the outdoor stage of the International Cottages. The International Cottages will be open from 12:30pm to approximately 4:30pm. 234-0739

20TH ANNUAL SAN DIEGO COMIC OPERA SEASON(Through November):
San Diego's popular Comic Opera company continues to grow artistically and this season will be no exception. Performances at the Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. 231-5714

THE NATURE OF DIAMONDS(Through September):
No natural substance possesses the lure of diamonds and this exhibition features dozens of the breathtaking gems and jewels on loan from public and private collections all over the world. 9:30am-5:30pm, $10/adults, $8/seniors $6/ages 6-17, Free/ 5yrs and under. San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park. 232-3821

SAN DIEGO PADRES BASEBALL(APR-SEP):
The Padres of National Major League Baseball will play their games at Qualcomm Stadium located in Mission Valley. Tickets: 29-PADRES. Schedules: 283-4494

SAN DIEGO FLASH(APR 17-AUG 28):
San Diego's professional A-League outdoor soccer franchise plays at Douglas Stadium, Mesa College, San Diego. 581-2120

SUMMER STAR GAZING(May-August):
SDSU's Mount Laguna Observatory, on the Sunrise Highway, is open to the public most Friday and Saturday nights at sunset. Call for tickets. 594-6182 or mintaka.sdsu.edu

ANNUAL HUMPHREY'S CONCERTS BY THE BAY(May-October):
Enjoy an evening under the stars with top name entertainers. Humphrey's Hotel, Shelter Island. Dates/artists: 523-1010 or 220-TIXS

TIJUANA BULLFIGHTING SEASON(May-October):
Sunday afternoon events at 4prn at either Plaza Downtown Bullring or the Bullring by the Sea, Tijuana, Baja California. Dates, tickets: Mexicoach, 232-5049

SEA WORLD'S "SUMMER NIGHTS"(Summer):
Special evening entertainment and fireworks. Extended evening hours. 226-3901 or 1-800-23-SHAMU

OLD TOWN TEMECULA SUMMER NIGHTS(June-August):
Free family fun and entertainment on Saturday nights. Sections of Old Town Temecula will feature singers, dancers, musical groups, petting zoo, pony rides and more. Antique and specialty shops and galleries will stay open until 9pm. 1- 15 north to Temecula, California. 1-909-694-6412

ANNUAL LA JOLLA CONCERTS BY THE SEA(June-September):
Free, outdoor concerts each Sunday, Scripps Park at La Jolla Cove. 645-8115

ANNUAL CORONADO PROMENADE CONCERTS(June-September):
Free Sunday evening concerts in Spreckels Park, Coronado. Music begins at 6pm. 437-8788

1999 ALPINE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES(June-August):
Free, 6pm, on selected Sundays. Alpine Community Center Park. Call for exact dates. 445-1818

RINGING THUNDER: TOMB TREASURES FROM ANCIENT CHINA(June-August):
The exhibit will be a special summer exhibition and a remarkable presentation of 5th century B C Chinese art and historical treasures. San Diego Museum of Art, Balboa Park. 232-7931

LA JOLLA PLAYHOUSE 1999 SEASON(June-November):
Performances by the Tony Award winning playhouse will be presented at the Mandell Weiss Theatre and the Mandell Weiss Forum, UCSD Campus, La Jolla. There will be 3 additional productions: dates TBA. Schedules/tickets: 550-1010 or
www.lajollaplayhouse.com

TWILIGHT IN THE PARK SUMMER CONCERTS(June-August):
Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park. Free twilight concerts are held Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:15-7:15pm. 235-1105

STARLIGHT MUSICAL THEATER SUMMER SEASON 1999(July-August):
Presented under the stars at Starlight Bowl, Balboa Park. Productions are from Thursday thru Sunday. Dates/ tickets: 544-7827

THE PARK AT DARK(June-September):
San Diego Wild Animal Park. Special evening presentations daily, including live music and extended evening hours until 10pm. 234-6541 or 1-760-747-8702

CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY THEATER(June-September):
Presents their 1999 Summer Season at Mt Helix Outdoor Amphitheatre, La Mesa. 1-800-696-1929 or 588-0206

CARLSBAD JAZZ IN THE PARK SERIES(June-August):
Jazz concerts at 6pm, Fridays, in different parks in Carlsbad. 1-760-434-6093

NIGHTTIME ZOO(June-September):
The San Diego Zoo will stay open daily until 9pm (guests may stay on the grounds until 10pm). Special programs and entertainment will be offered. The zoo will also open at 7:30amduring this period to allow visitors to experience Morning Zoo Rise as the animals and keepers begin their day. 234-3153 or 231-1515

12TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL SUMMER ORGAN FESTIVAL(June-Aug):
Free concerts, Mondays at 8pm in the summer, Sunday afternoons at 2pm all year round. Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park. 702-8138

MISSION HILLS CONCERT-IN-THE-PARK SERIES(July-August):
Concerts are at 6:30-8pm and are free to the public. Seven consecutive Fridays at Mission Hills Park, (Pioneer Park), 1700 block of Washington Place. 298-8533

EL CAJON CONCERTS ON THE GREEN(July-September):
Held Fridays at 12noon at Prescott Promenade Park, Main Street between Magnolia and Ballantyne. The concerts will provide a variety of music to fill your lunch hour. 401-8858

THE SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY SUMMER POPS:(July-September)
The San Diego Symphony presents their summer programs every Friday and Saturday and some Sundays during the summer season of 1999. All concerts at 7pm. Fireworks on some nights. Location: TBA. 235-0800

ANNUAL JULIAN FALL APPLE HARVEST (Sept. 15-Nov. 15):
Enjoy autumn foliage, art shows, entertainment and seasonal foods, such as apple cider and pie, in the scenic mining town of Julian. Weekends in autumn. 1-760-765-1857

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS 1999 DESIGNERS SHOWCASE (SEP 26-OCT 31):
ASID designers will unleash their creativity to renovate a local house, location: TBA. This annual event is presented in conjunction with St Vincent de Paul Village. The site will be open for viewing Sep 26-Oct 31. Tickets: 571-7007

SAN DIEGO GULLS ICE HOCKEY (October-April):
The Gulls of the West Coast Hockey League play their games at the San Diego Sports Arena. 224-4625

MUM FESTIVAL AT THE WILD ANIMAL PARK (OCT 30-NOV 21): Enjoy the splashes of color provided by the colorful mums on display throughout the San Diego Wild Animal Park. During park hours. 234-6541

MAINLY MOZART SPOTLIGHT SERIES (NOV-APR):
Fourth annual concert series of chamber music and piano recitals. Spotlight Series range in location from San Diego to locations in Mexico. 239-0100

HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS (NOV 14-JAN 2): American's favorite holiday fable is now a Globe musical! Come take part as the Old Globe Theatre is transformed into snow-covered Who-ville right down to the last can of Who- hash! Old Globe Theatre, Balboa Park. 231-1941

DEL MAR FAIRGROUNDS HOLIDAY OF LIGHTS (NOV 26-JAN 1):
The racetrack infield will be transformed with over 250 lighted holiday displays for the public to view as they drive their cars on the oval dirt racetrack. The displays will be available each evening during this period. 793-5555

WHALE WATCHING (DEC 15-FEB):
Annual migration of California gray whales to the warm breeding grounds off the coast of Baja California. Glimpse these peaceful "giants of the sea" from Cabrillo National Monument or on special whale-watching cruises. 557-5450 or 236-1212

FEBRUARY 2001

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA(21-24):
February 2001 Board of Directors Meeting
The Westgate Hotel 230 North 13th Street Philadelphia,PA 19107 215-567-7000

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO(23-24):
Meeting
Red Lion Hanalei Hotel c/o Dept. of Psychiatry 565 Pearl Sr. Ste. 306 La Jolla,CA 92037 858-551-1326

UCSD/SDSC(25-28):
NPACI All Hands Meeting 2001
Hyatt Regency Islandia Hotel & Marina c/o 4602 Finsen Avenue San Diego,CA 92122 858-623-0050

MARCH 2001

GIGA INFORMATION GROUP(4-7):
E-Business Application Strategies
Hotel del Coronado 1 Longwater Circle Norwell, MA 02061 781-792-2613

CENTER FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT(6-8):
Shelter Pointe Hotel & Marina c/o Johnson, Bassin & Shaw, Inc. 8630 Fenton Street, Suite 1200 Silver Springs, MD 20910 301-622-1901

ELECTRONIC RECRUITING EXCHANGE(7-10):
Sherton San Diego Hotel & Marina c/o George Little Management 577 Airport Blvd. #610 Burlingame,CA 94010 510-487-7885

INTERNATIONAL FABRICARE INSTITUTE(15-16):
Board of Directors
Doubletree San Diego, Mission Valley 12251 Tech Road Silver Springs, MD 20904 301-622-1901

AMERICAN BOARD OF VOCATIONAL EXPERTS(22-25):
2001 Spring Conference
Bahia Resort Hotel 783 Rio Del Mar Blvd Suite #61 Aptos,CA 95003 831-662-8518

MARY KAY, INC.(22-26):
Career Conference 2001
The Westgate Hotel c/o Conference Mgmt, Resources 33 N. Montgomery #270 San Francisco, Ca 94105 415-979-2244

CONTINUING EDUCATION:(26-3)
Annual Meeting
San Diego Marriott Mission Valley c/o University of Missouri-Rolla 103 Me Annex Rolla, MO 64409-1560 573-341-4550

APRIL 2001

ENTERPRISE GROUP OF FUNDS:(16-19)
National Sales Meeting
Coronado Island Marriott Resort 3343 Peachtree Road, NE 8th Floor Atlanta,GA 30326 404-760-4019

U.S.S INGRAHAM DD-694:(18-21)
National Reunion
Holiday Inn San Diego Bayside 1018 Calle Ortega Street San Dimas, CA 91773 626-339-9793

CALIFORNIA BANKERS ASSOCIATION:(19-20)
Finance and Operations Conference
US Grant Hotel 201 Mission Street Suite 2400 San Francisco, CA 94105 415-284-6999

NATIONAL INDIAN JUSTICE CENTER:(22-24)
Annual April Conference 2001
Town and Country Resort & Conference Center McNear Building 7 Fourth Street Suite 46 Petaluma,CA 94952 707-762-8113

MAY 2001

CALIFORNIA PROBATE REFEREES ASSOCIATION:(10-12)
Annual Meeting
Loews Coronado Bay Resort 1734 Wolfe Drive San Mateo,CA 94420 650-349-1388

CALIFORNIA PEACE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION:(20-24)
Annual Meeting
Coronado Island Marriott Resort 1455 Response Road Suite 190 Sacramento,CA 95815 916-263-0541

JUNE 2001

GEORGE MEANY CENTER:(3-8)
Western Seminar-I
Shelter Pointe Hotel & Marina 10000 New Hampshire Ave Silver Springs,MD 20903 301-431-5413

GEORGE MEANY CENTER:(10-15)
Western Seminar-II
Shelter Pointe Hotel & Marina 10000 New Hampshire Ave Silver Springs,MD 20903 301-431-5409

UNITED NETWORK FOR ORGAN SHARING(12-16):
UNOS Board of Directors Meeting
Hyatt Regency Islandia Hotel & Marina 1100 Boulders Pkwy Suite 700 Richmond,VA 23225 804-330-8500

PACIFIC ASIAN AMERICAN ADVISORY COUNCIL(13-16):
Annual 2001 Conference
Doubletree San Diego, Mission Valley 2200 WHR Bldg. 6401 Security Blvd Baltimore, MD 21235 410-965-3604

GEORGE MEANY CENTER:(17-22)
Western Seminar-III
Shelter Pointe Hotel & Marina 10000 New Hampshire Ave Silver Springs,MD 20903 301-431-5409

AUGUST 2001

JUDICIAL COUNCIL OF CALIFORNIA(5-11):
Summer Continuing Judicial Studies Program
Sherton San Diego Hotel & Marina 455 Golden Gate Avenue San Francisco,CA 94012 415-865-7760

NATIONAL INDIAN JUSTICE CENTER(15-17):
Annual August Conference 2001
Town and Country Resort & Convention Center McNear Building 7 Fourth Street, Suite 46 Petaluma,CA 94952 707-762-8113

SEPTEMBER 2001

KID POWER(7-8):
A Play Therapy Workshop
Town and Country Resort & Convention Center 645 Antelope Blvd. Red Bluff, CA 96080 1-800-499-0437

SECOND WIND LUNG ASSOCIATION(15-16):
Annual Education Conference
Regency Plaza Hotel, The 810 Corvina Street Imperial Beach, CA 91932

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH(17-22): California Pacific Annual Conference
Red Lion Hanalei Hotel P.O. Box 6006 Pasadena CA 91102 626-568-7306

AMERICAN TORT REFORM ASSOCIATION(30-3)
Annual Legislative Conference
The Westgate Hotel 1850 M Street N.W Suite 1095 Washington,DC 20036 202-682-1163

NOVEMBER 2001

NURSE WEEK(7-8):
NurseWeek Career Fair
The Westgate Hotel 3001 LBJ Freeway #211 Dallas, TX 972-488-8200

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION(14-19):
FIPSE Meeting
Sherton San Diego Hotel & Marina c/o Mayatech Corporation 8737 Colesville Road, 7th Floor Silver Spring, MD 20910 301-587-1600

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR/BUREAU OF STATISTICS(26-30):
Bureau of Statistics Conference
Catamaran Resort Hotel 2 Massachusettes Ave NE Room 2985 Washington,DC 20212 202-691-5747