News Summary
This weekend in San Diego is packed with vibrant events including culinary tastings, cultural festivals, and live entertainment. Key highlights are A Taste of Coronado, featuring 36 eateries, and the Oktoberfest festivities at Ocean Beach with live music and competitions. Families can enjoy the San Marcos Harvest Fest, while film enthusiasts can participate in multiple film festivals. Music lovers can see Haim and comedian John Mulaney perform. Local arts and cultural festivals accentuate the weekend, making it ideal for residents and visitors alike to explore and enjoy various experiences.
San Diego Weekend Events Offer Culinary Delights and Entertainment
San Diego residents can look forward to a vibrant weekend filled with a wide array of events, including food tastings, cultural festivals, and live entertainment. Two significant neighborhood tasting events, A Taste of Coronado and Taste of Mission Hills, highlight culinary experiences on Wednesday from 5 to 9 p.m.
A Taste of Coronado will feature 36 eateries for a general admission price of $80, which includes trolley service. The event supports Forever Balboa Park, making it a flavorful way to contribute to local causes. Meanwhile, the Taste of Mission Hills offers samples from 26 participating restaurants, available for $50 if purchased in advance or $55 on the day of the event.
As the month progresses, San Diego’s celebrated Oktoberfest festivities come to a close with a two-day event at Ocean Beach this Friday and Saturday. Visitors can enjoy live bands, DJ sets, and entertaining competitions such as pretzel tossing and stein holding. VIP passes are available for $70 for the Electronica stage and $75 for the Main stage, providing attendees with an enhanced experience.
Food and drink enthusiasts can also attend the Rancho BEERnardo Festival on Saturday, featuring over 35 drink makers along with live music and various food offerings.
In addition to the culinary scene, film aficionados can partake in several film festivals happening this weekend, including the San Diego Filipino Film Festival, San Diego Undersea Film Exhibition, and San Diego Short Film Festival. Each festival showcases unique films and highlights diverse storytelling.
Music lovers will have an exciting weekend as well, with Haim performing at The Rady Shell on Friday evening, with tickets priced at $80. Additionally, comedian John Mulaney will take the stage on Sunday in the same venue, with ticket prices starting at $98.
The lively San Diego Serbian Festival returns for its 52nd year on Saturday at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, where attendees can engage in cultural activities and enjoy traditional foods for a general admission fee of $5.
Art enthusiasts can visit the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival, which will present works from over 170 artists. The festival offers free admission, with optional tickets priced from $60 to $80 for a wine and beer garden experience.
Families looking for activities can attend the San Marcos Harvest Fest this Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature family-friendly activities and local food vendors.
The live performance scene is thriving this weekend with the opening of The Addams Family: The Musical at Kit Carson Amphitheatre on Friday, offering tickets for $28 for ages 13-54. The Point Loma Playhouse will present a pop-up production of Little Shop of Horrors, with tickets available for $30. Meanwhile, the Coronado Playhouse will stage Stephen Schwartz’s Pippin, running Thursdays to Sundays at a cost of $27 for adults.
Art lovers can also check out the Art Glass Guild’s Fall Patio Show and Sale, featuring over thirty local glass artists and live music at Spanish Village Art Center. Additionally, an exhibition showcasing Susan Ressler’s photography will open Saturday at The Photographer’s Eye Gallery.
In community events, Frontwave Arena in Oceanside will celebrate its first anniversary with a community party before a Los Angeles Clippers game, featuring live music and engaging activities.
For foodies, the dining scene in San Diego is expanding with new culinary experiences, including Val’s Vegan Kitchen opening on October 15 inside Donna Jean and Evolution Fast Food. Furthermore, new establishments such as Tacos el Franc in the Gaslamp and Shorelight on Harbor Island are now welcoming guests, offering a variety of culinary styles.
This action-packed weekend promises San Diego residents an abundance of experiences to enjoy, whether they are looking to explore diverse cuisines, partake in cultural festivities, or enjoy live performances.
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