Summer Fun Activity Guide: San Diego County 2019

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA – The good old summertime!

At Patch, we've rounded up some of the best events to help you celebrate the season with both hometown happenings and big-city extravaganzas.

Make the most of it: Grab your calendars, circle dates, book seats, make reservations and Happy Summer 2019, from Patch!

You may want to bookmark this page, as it will be updated as summer rolls on. Double-check with event organizers to confirm dates, times and locations in case activities were updated since posted on Patch.

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ALPINE:

JULY 4: 4th of July Parade & Fun Children's Activities. Parade ends at the Alpine Community Center where there will be live music and activities for the children.

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BONITA:

JUNE 8: Summer Movie In The Park 2019 - Sweetwater. Pack a picnic, and bring your lawn chairs!

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CARLSBAD:

Fridays, JUNE 21- AUG. 16: TGIF Concerts In The Park. Music, dancing and more!

JUNE 21-22: California Wine Festival 2019: Park Hyatt Aviara. With "hundreds of fine wines, regional craft brews and a dizzying variety of foods to sample."

JULY 4: 'Red, White & BOOM!' & Fireworks 2019: Legoland. Fun at park includes parade, picnic games & shows.

Fridays & Saturdays through AUG.: Music at the Shoppes. "Enjoy live performances of jazz, country and pop artists on the outdoor patio."

Thursdays, JULY 11-AUG. 15: Carlsbad Village 'Flicks At The Fountain.' Pack a picnic or order dinner-to-go from nearby eatery.

AUG. 10: Snores & S’mores Family Campout. Reserve your spot for a fun, family overnight near home.

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CARMEL VALLEY:

JUNE 8: Summer Movie In The Park. Enjoy the free, family-friendly entertainment at Pacific Highlands Ranch.

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CHULA VISTA:

JULY 30: 'Dog-Gone Good Fun': Otay Ranch Town Center. Afternoon of fun for whole family, including canine members.

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CORONADO:

MAY 26: Memorial Day Weekend Concert 2019: Spreckels Park. Spectacular music program.

SUNDAYS MAY 26-SEPT. 1: Outdoor Summer Concert Series 2019: Spreckels Park. A wide range of musical acts in a delightful setting.

JUNE 16: Father's Day BBQ Lt. Dan Band Concert 2019: Hotel del Coronado. Treat Dad, while supporting awesome cause!

JULY 2: Hotel Del Beach Bash & Fireworks. A patriotic event for the whole family at Hotel Del.

JULY 4: Crown City Classic 4th of July Run. Various race options, plus one for the little ones.

JULY 4: July 4th 'Big Bay Boom' Fireworks. Viewing from Coronado.

JULY 11: 'Drag Me To The Del' SD Gay Men's Chorus Benefit 2019. An evening of legendary drag entertainment!

SEPT. 13: Grand Chef Throwdown 2019: Hotel Del Coronado. All proceeds benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

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DEL MAR:

MAY 31 & JUNE 21: Cinema by the Sea. Free outdoor, family movies.

MAY 31-JULY 4: San Diego County Fair 2019. "Skip down the yellow brick road and enter into an 'Oz-some' world inspired by L. Frank Baum’s classic tale, 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.'”

JUNE 18, JULY 9 & 30, AUG. 20: Summer Twilight Concerts 2019: Powerhouse Park. Opening acts at 6 p.m., main acts take stage at 7 p.m.

JUNE 20: Summer Solstice Fest 2019: Powerhouse Park. For ages 21+; tickets on sale.

JULY 4: 4th Of July Celebration & Fireworks at SD Fair. Arrive early and stay late for full day of Independence Day fun.

JULY 4: Wicked 4th of July Fireworks & Luau Dinner. "Celebrate the 4th of July perched high above the lights of the Fair, enjoying the Fireworks Spectacular from our Wicked Wahine rooftop 'speakeasy.'"

JULY 17: L’Auberge Del Mar’s Opening Race Day After-Party. A racing season classic!

JULY 17-SEPT. 2: Horse Race Season. Opening day includes infamous "Hat Contest." Other events planned during season.

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EL CAJON:

JULY 4: Annual 4th of July Picnic & Fireworks. Arrive early to find your best picnic & view spot. Entertainment, too.

FRIDAYS through SEPT. 27: Dinner & A Concert: Summer Series. Draws thousands of people from all over San Diego County.

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ENCINITAS:

JUNE 1: Rotary Wine & Food Festival. A multiple-charity benefit. Tickets on sale.

JUNE 20, JULY 18, AUG. 15, SEPT. 19: Cruise Nights 2019. Fun night on the town, with live music, too!

JULY 4: 4th of July Parade 2019: San Diego Botanic Garden. Wear red, white & blue!

JULY 7 & 21; AUG. 4 & 18: Sunday Summer Concerts By The Sea 2019: Moonlight Beach. On the sand at beautiful Moonlight Beach.

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ESCONDIDO:

MAY 25: American Heritage Car Show. Features outstanding domestic and import vehicles from all over the western United States!

JUNE 1: Water Lantern Festival 2019: Kit Carson Park. "Enjoy tasty food trucks, fun music, and an incredible sight as thousands of floating lanterns."

Fridays, JUNE 7-SEPT. 27: Food Truck Fridays, Games & Music. Free inflatables for the kids!

JUNE 29, JULY 13 & 27, AUG. 10: 'Movies In The Park.' With kids' activities & snack bar.

JULY 4: Independence Day July 4th Festival & Fireworks. Music, food trucks and a special performance by the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band.

Wednesdays through AUG. 28: Hard Day’s Night, Beatles Tribute Show: Welk Theatre. "Three costume changes cover the full range of the Beatle experience and beyond."

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IMPERIAL BEACH:

JUNE 15-16: 19th Annual Powwow By The Sea. Spectacular event with authentic Native American crafts, jewelry, dancing and a drum circle.

JULY 4: July 4th Independence Day Fireworks. The Navy Band kicks off the show!

JULY 12: Mayor's Pier Swim & Paddle & Breakfast. Includes option of 3K beach walk/run.

JULY 13: Sun & Sea Festival & Parade. Features professional and amateur sand sculpture competition, children's activities and street fair.

JULY 27: IB Surf Dog Competition. Head to pier, and marvel at top surFURers!

AUG. 17: IB Fishing Derby. Join this IB tradition on the pier.

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JULIAN:

JUNE 15: Dance & Backcountry BBQ. "The 'Dance' is a throwback to a simpler time with twinkly lights and bonfires back-dropped by dark mountain skies."

JULY 4: July 4th Parade & BBQ. An old-fashioned hometown tradition with military fly-over.

SEPT. 7: Grape Stomp 2019: Menghini Winery. Join the Festa!

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LA JOLLA:

JUNE 19, JULY 17, AUG. 14, SEPT. 18: Green Flash Concert Summer Series 2019: Birch Aquarium. "Live music with panoramic ocean views on the aquarium’s stunning Tide-Pool Plaza."

Through summer: Seadragons & Seahorses at Birch Aquarium. Enjoy the new exhibition.

JUNE 29: Energy Independence Day Celebration. At Farmer & Seahorse. RSVPs required & space is limited.

AUG. 2-23: La Jolla Music Society's SummerFest. "A new era of SummerFest begins this August in our brand-new home, The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center!"

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LA MESA:

JUNE 1: Flag Day Parade 2019. An annual event, plus free ice cream!

JUNE 6-AUG. 29: Classic Car Show & Music. A perfect, mid-week summer tradition on Thursdays.

JUNE 8: Dog Days Of Summer MEGA Pet Adoption: Grossmont Center. "HUNDREDS of adoptable dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, turtles, tortoises and birds!"

JUNE 16- JULY 28: SUNDAYS AT SIX Summer Concert Series. All music genres covered, and events are free.

JULY 4: Lake Murray July 4th Fireworks & Music Fest. A day of food, fun, bands and fireworks.

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LAKESIDE:

AUG. 30-SEPT. 1: 49th Annual Barona Powwow Labor Day Weekend. Amazing weekend, and admission is free.

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LEMON GROVE:

JUNE 27- AUG. 22: 'Concert In The Park' Free Summer Series. Pack picnic dinner for ideal Thursday evening.

JULY 12: Movie In The Park. Enjoy cinema under the stars!

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OCEAN BEACH:

JUNE 22: Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off Festival. Four stages of continuous music, a Beachside Bar, the Community Mural Project and local artisans showcase.

JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks. "A really spectacular fireworks show from the OB Pier."

AUG. 18: Woodstock 50th Anniversary Celebration At Winston's. "A psychedelic, spontaneously improvised, conversational journey through time using melodies from a vast song reservoir as diving boards into an ocean of yet unimagined jams."

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OCEANSIDE:

JUNE 8: Movie In The Park - Summer 2019: Marshall St. Park. Pack a picnic for a perfect evening.

JUNE 29: 25th Annual Independence Parade. "Come see floats, bands, walking groups, classic cars and more."

JULY 3: Independence Day Fireworks Show. A pre-July 4th chance to see a great show!

JULY 4: July 4th Yankee Doodle Dinghy Parade. A fun event open to all and sponsored by the Oceanside Yacht Club.

JULY 4: July 4th Activities At The Beach. Fun for the kids planned!

AUG. 7-11: 2019 International Film Festival. Multiple screenings from works by independent filmmakers.

AUG. 8: Annual North County Health & Wellness Fair. "Take advantage of free screenings and learn more about healthy living." All free.

SEPT. 21-22: Harbor Days Festival. Two event-filled days of sun, sand, and surf with Pirate Village, sail competition and beer garden.

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PACIFIC BEACH:

WEDNESDAYS, JUNE 26 -SEPT. 4: 'Sip Into Summer' Wine Series 2019: Tower23 Hotel. Ideal for hump-day!

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POINT LOMA:

JULY 12, 19, 26, AUG. 2 & 11: Point Loma Summer Concerts. A family-friendly, community tradition. With great musical line-up, too!

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POWAY:

JUNE 15: Sam Hinton Folk Festival. A musical extravaganza. And free!

Saturdays, JUNE 22, JULY 6, 20, AUG. 3 & 17: Summer Movies In The Park. Pack picnic for perfect summer night.

Sundays, JUNE 23-AUG. 11: 2019 Free Summer Concert Series. "Some of the best local entertainment and summer fun returns to Poway with the Summer Concert Series!"

JULY 4: Old-Fashioned 4th Of July Celebration & Fireworks. Full day includes veterans ceremony.

JULY 4: 4th of July Veterans Park Ceremony. "Join VFW Post 7907 and the Poway Veterans Park Committee for a ceremony to honor those who selflessly served our Country."

Fridays & Saturdays, JULY 5 - AUG. 31: Night Fishing At Lake Poway. Catfish will be stocked!

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RAMONA:

MAY 25: Free Movie In The Park: Dos Picos County Park. "Bring your blankets, picnics, and lawn chairs for a fun night for the whole family!"

JUNE 7: Wild Parrots Of Ramona: Ranch Vineyard & Winery. "Come learn more about the wild parrots of Ramona."

JUNE 8: Kiwanis Annual 'Bow Wow Pow Wow' Dog Show. Lots of categories. Enter your pooch!

JUNE 22: Annual All-You-Can-Eat Rib & Chicken Fest. Proceeds benefit Ramona Senior Nutrition Program.

AUG. 1-4: Annual Country Fair. Admission is free to this fair with rides, entertainment, activities, animals & more.

Thursdays through SEPTEMBER: American Graffiti Cruise Night. "Classic cars, moderns, big-rigs and more may be found cruising up and down the main drag."

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RANCHO BERNARDO:

MAY 27: 14th Annual Pancake Festival. A breakfast for champions with community volunteers.

JUNE 7: Autism Benefit & Wine Pairing: Bernardo Winery. Evening of wine and hors d'oeuvres, local craft beer, live and silent auctions, entertainment and raffles.

JULY 4: Spirit Of July Fourth: Fair, Fun, Fireworks. Extravaganza complete with parade, pet contest, veterans ceremony and more!

JULY 14: Vines & Vittles Festival 2019: Webb Park. An afternoon of family fun, tastings and Western-themed entertainment.

Fridays & Saturdays through AUGUST: Bernardo Winery Nights & Music. Live acoustic music, lights, fire pit & lawn games make for delightful evenings.

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SAN DIEGO:

MAY 25: Veterans Remembrance Wreath Ceremony 2019: USS Midway. This moving event is free.

MAY 31: 'Sip The City' Fest - Wine, Food & Music 2019. Enjoy unlimited wine tastings, light snacks and live music.

JUNE 8: Avolution Fest - Food Trucks & Music. Celebrating all things avocado.

JUNE 13: SD Zoo's Wild Night Out For 21 & Up. A one-of-a-king zoo experience without kids and crowds.

JUNE 15: 25th Annual Taste of Gaslamp Quarter. Walking tour with restaurant samples and beer garden.

JUNE 16-SEPT. 2: Nighttime Zoo's 'Africa Rocks' Music & Dance. Special activities, evening festivities and live entertainment.

JUNE 19: 'Taste of Little Italy' Epicurean Walking Tour. Choose from two routes.

JUNE 22: Wing Fest 2019: Broadway Pier. Tickets on sale, and expected to sell out.

JULY 4: Old Town 4th Of July Parade & Celebration. "Experience a Fourth of July like it would have been in the 1800s."

JULY 4: July 4th 'Big Bay Boom' Fireworks. Celebrate from one of multiple viewing spots.

JULY 4: 4th Of July Celebration & Fireworks 2019: USS Midway. This patriotic event typically sells out. Tickets on sale.

JULY 12: Movie In The Park - Summer 2019: USS Midway. Pack a picnic for a perfect evening!

JULY 13-14: S.D. Pride 5K, Parade & Festival. This year's entertainers include singer-songwriter King Princess and Melissa Etheridge.

AUG. 3: Marine Band Free Summer Concert 2019: Little Italy. Amazing live music by the 45-piece Marine Band San Diego, as well as 'Sound Strike' and New Orleans-style brass band, 'Double Time Brass Band.'

AUG. 17: Ferragosto: Pirate Bash 2019: Little Italy. Ahoy, maties, an event sure to sell out for ages 21+. Book now!

AUG. 17: Movie In The Park - Summer 2019: USS Midway. Free, fun night for the whole family.

AUG. 20: 'Twilight In The Park' With Coronado Concert Band. At Balboa Park, and free.

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SAN MARCOS:

JULY 4: Fourth Of July Fireworks Extravaganza. With live music & family fun.

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SANTEE:

JUNE 8: 'Fido Fest' -Pet Contests, Entertainment & Adoptions. Enter your pup in Best Dog/Owner Look-A-Like, Smallest Dog, Largest Dog or Best Trick competitions!

JUNE 13-AUG. 22: Outdoor Summer Concerts 2019: Town Center Park. Ten weeks on Thursday evenings with various bands & food trucks.

JULY 4: July 4th Fun Zone, Food & Fireworks. Includes live music and patriotic ceremony.

JULY 27: 2019 Concert At The Lakes & Dinner. 'A WHOLE LOTTA ROCK AND A LITTLE BIT A COUNTRY' With Guest Emcee 'Shotgun Tom' Kelly!'

SEPT. 14: 2019 Bluegrass Festival. Always popular, and tickets on sale now.

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SCRIPPS RANCH:

JULY 4: 4th of July Parade & Festivities. Always a popular community event.

JULY 4: 4th of July Run & Ride 2019. An event that fits everyone in the family. Perfect way to launch Independence Day!

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VALLEY CENTER:

MAY 25: Western Days Parade & Festival. Complete with pie-eating contest!

MAY 25: Stampede Rodeo & Memorial Festival. "A family-friendly rodeo as part of the annual week-long western heritage celebration that began in 1950."

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VISTA:

MAY 26: Strawberry Festival - Carnival & Entertainment. Multiple music stages, rides and strawberry-infused fun.

JUNE 19: 2019 Taste Of Vista Culinary Stroll. Sample bites & beverages from restaurants, breweries, wineries and distilleries, while enjoying live music downtown.

JULY 4: Independence Day Concert & Fireworks. Military honors, plus concert by The Mar Dels.

AUG. 3: 10th Anniversary BBQ Classic & Wild West Tunes. This gets bigger and better every year!

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If we missed your town or organization's event, please email details with online link to susan.schena@patch.com.