May 6th, 2015 at 3:00 pm
If you enjoy watching or flying kites, head to Ocean Beach for an afternoon of fun. The 67th Annual Ocean Beach Kite Festival is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club and offers an afternoon of more than just watching the kites fly. Not only can you bring your kite, but the event will also feature a kite-building station. Prizes will be awarded throughout the day. Fly your new or brought kite and play games like Chase the Tail, Candy Drop, and Races. A carnival, street fair, and live entertainment round out the activities.
Where:
Sunset Cliffs Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92107
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May 5th, 2015 at 5:00 pm
In what has been referred to as “The Coachella of Bacon” and one of “The Top 5 Festivals in California” you can enjoy unlimited amounts of bacon, beer, and beyond. Watch live chef demos dedicated to making the best bacon-inspired dish. Mixologists also will be competing for the best artisan and craft barrel beverages such as bourbon, beer, wine, and scotch. The best mixologist and chef will be named “Jefe del Porko” and have the title of Top Chef in next year’s VIP tent. Stone Brewing, artisan spirits, local restaurants, wineries, and bacon-focused vendors will be among the many participants. A percentage of proceeds will be donated to programs that support underserved children, farms, and local military charities. In addition to supporting great causes, Bacon and Barrels always incorporates its proprietary Environmental Event process, with a goal of 95 percent of all event trash diverted from the landfill.
Where:
Embarcadero Marina Park South
200 Marina Park Way
San Diego, CA 92101
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May 4th, 2015 at 5:00 pm
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The largest glass art show in California occurs in San Diego this Mother’s Day weekend. Glass artisans who work in blown, kiln, torched, stained, cast, etched, and mosaic forms will display their works while others offer demonstrations and hands-on projects to educate the public on how to work with this fascinating and beautiful medium. A special artist booth will benefit St. Madeline Sophie’s Center, a charity that serves adults with developmental disabilities. Kids and pets welcome.
Where:
Spanish Village Art Center, Balboa Park
1770 Village Place
San Diego, CA 92101
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May 1st, 2015 at 12:00 pm
Author: Margaret Irving
One can say Coronado is an amenity of downtown San Diego, a 10-minute ferry ride away. You don’t even need a car! Once on the other side of the bay, you’ll find a selection of new things to do in Coronado including art galleries, theater, white-water beaches, and the historic Hotel del Coronado.
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May 1st, 2015 at 9:30 am
Whether your mom wants to spend her special day outdoors, brunching and relaxing, or being active, there are hundreds of ways to spend Mother’s Day in beautiful San Diego. Here’s just a few options to choose from that will make your mom feel even more loved this Mother’s Day, May 10:
Balboa Park–Perfect for moms who want to spend the day outside while still enjoying a relaxing day. Start your morning with brunch at The Prado, where you can enjoy a Champagne Buffet Brunch featuring omelets, a pancake station, a chocolate fountain, and more. Once you’ve had your fill of mimosas and omelets, explore beautiful Balboa Park and be sure to check out the free Sunday Organ Concert at Spreckels Organ Pavilion, which features one of the world’s largest outdoor pipe organs. Among the many other activities happening at Balboa Park, is an Art Glass Guild Show and Patio Sale in Spanish Village Art Center, BEERology at the San Diego Museum of Man, and the Floral Show of the San Diego Epiphyllum Society in Casa del Prado.
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