Attendees savoring delicious food and entertainment at San Diego's weekend festivals.
This weekend, San Diego will host a variety of food and music festivals including the Cheese & Libation Expo, Over the Line Beer Fest, and an annual crawfish boil. Attendees can enjoy multiple tasting sessions and live music performances, with offerings catering to diverse tastes. The fun includes competitive games, exotic food, and various cultural experiences, ensuring that everyone in the city can find something enjoyable. From cheese lovers to music aficionados, the weekend’s events promise to create a vibrant atmosphere throughout the city.
San Diego will be bustling with energy this weekend as it plays host to a series of exciting food and music festivals. The festivities include the popular Cheese & Libation Expo, the Over the Line Beer Fest, a crawfish boil, and numerous other events designed to cater to various tastes.
The Cheese & Libation Expo returns to BRICK Liberty Station, kicking off Friday with a Maker’s Night trade show. The expo will continue on Saturday and Sunday with two tasting sessions each day, offering unlimited cheese and drinks from local vendors. General admission tickets are priced at $77 per session, while a weekend pass is available for $162. A portion of the ticket sales will be donated to local charities.
On Saturday, Mariner’s Point Park will host the Over the Line Beer Fest & Tournament, showcasing brews from 20 San Diego County breweries. Attendees can enjoy food from various food trucks while watching the fun and competitive spirit of the tournament. Spectator admission is $6, while tasting tickets cost $45.
The LSU Alumni of San Diego will also gather this weekend for their annual crawfish boil at Waterfront Park. This event promises unlimited drinks, live music, and a whopping 20,000 pounds of Louisiana crawfish for attendees to enjoy. Tickets for individual entry are set at $97, while a table for ten can be purchased for $882.
In addition to these culinary events, music lovers can look forward to the Outlaw Music Festival on Thursday at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, featuring legends like Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson. Tickets for this star-studded event start at $46. Following closely is the Wonderfront Festival, starting Friday, with performances including Anderson .Paak and Jason Mraz; ticket prices range from $165 to $899.
For those seeking free entertainment, Goldenpalooza, a music and arts festival, will take place on Saturday in Golden Hill, featuring live music, art demonstrations, and food vendors. Additionally, there will be a $25 art experience pass available, with the proceeds benefiting a local school.
Film enthusiasts can catch a screening of “LOUIS: A Silent Film” accompanied by live jazz music on Sunday at Balboa Theatre. Ticket prices range from $71 to $134. Meanwhile, the San Diego Ballet will present “Romeo et Juliet” on Saturday, with tickets starting at $48, and the La Jolla Playhouse will open “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” a Tony Award-winning comedy, also on Saturday, with ticket prices ranging from $30 to $80.
Those interested in the arts can visit the San Diego History Center, where the exhibition Taste San Diego: Filipino Culinary Journeys will be unveiled on Thursday. General reception tickets for this cultural event are priced at $10. Moreover, the San Diego International Fringe Festival will kick off Thursday, featuring over 230 performances across the city; tickets are available starting at $13.
This weekend will also feature the “Nat at Night” event at the San Diego Natural History Museum, offering half-priced admission and various food options on Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m. For sports fans, the San Diego Padres will host the Seattle Mariners at Petco Park from Friday to Sunday, with tickets starting at $38.
Fitness enthusiasts can participate in an Outdoor Bootcamp Yoga class at The Rady Shell on Saturday, which is free but has limited spots available. Lastly, the La Jolla Historical Society will welcome guests to a Secret Garden Tour on Saturday, showcasing six private gardens, with tickets priced at $55, increasing to $65 on the day of the event.
With a rich array of food, music, and cultural experiences, San Diego’s weekend offerings ensure there is something for everyone.
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