Spring has sprung, and the weather calls for far more than staying in the house this month. Luckily, we live in a beautiful city which offers plenty of activities to keep us busy. Check out this month’s calendar of events in San Diego:
April 4, Padres Fan Fest
The event is free for all fans, but you must obtain a FanFest voucher to enter the event. Vouchers for both Members and general fans will be made available at a later date. FanFest parking is free for all fans and available in the Lexus Premier lot. The exhibition game between the Padres and the Mexico City Red Devils is slated to start at 2:00 pm.
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Petco Park – San Diego, CA 92101
For more info.: (619) 795-5000 or visit sandiego.padres.mlb.com/sd/fan_forum/fanfest.jsp
Every Saturday, The Mercato: Little Italy’s Farmer’s Market
This farmer’s market in Little Italy offers an array of groceries and goodies. Featured items include fresh fruits and vegetables, pasta, peppers,meats, cheese, breads, spices, olive oil, and specialty treats. There are also imported gift items.
Time: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: West Cedar Street (Front St. & Kettner Blvd.)
For more info.: Catt White @ (619) 233-3901 or visit www.littleitalymercato.com
April 4, Peace – Love – Run
The hippie era of the 1960’s was about peace and love. So, get in the groove and choose the course that suits your fancy. The event offers a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and a Kids Dash. These courses are perfect for beginners and seasoned athletes. All finishers receive a medal.
Time: 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: call for details.
For more info.: Rosemarie Gibson @ (619) 491-0677 or visit www.peace-love-run.com
April 10, VinDiego Wine & Food Festival
The 3rd Annual VinDiego Wine and Food Festival is a true wine connoisseurs delight. VinDiego is about people coming together to celebrate a shared passion; a passion for great wine & mouth-watering gourmet food.
Time: visit website
Location: 2875 Dewey Road, San Diego, CA 92106
For more info.: visit www.vindiego.com
April 10-12, Goodguys Meguiar’s 15th Del Mar Nationals
The Goodguys Meguiar’s Del Mar Nationals has become one of the nation’s favorite automotive events! It’s a full weekend of roddin’ at the beach in ol’ Del Mar.
Time: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location: 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar
For more info.: visit www.good-guys.com
April 11, The Womens Running San Diego Half Marathon & 5K
This half marathon and 5K event is designed for women to compete against other women. It presents a pleasant bayside run with waterscape views in a non-intimidating and supportive environment. The post-event celebration offers music, awards, and light refreshments.
Time: 6:30 am – 10:30 am
Location: call for details.
For more info.: Information desk @ (858) 450-6510 or visit www.womensrunning.competitor.com
April 12, 7th Annual GranFondo San Diego Bike Ride
Cyclists of all ages can join an Italian cycling tour that features several distances; 105-mile, 56-mile, and 34-mile courses. They are social rides that begin in Little Italy and travel eastward through cities, towns, and rural countrysides. There are many pleasant views along theway.
Time: 7:15 am – 5:00 pm
Location: call for details.
For more info.: Tobias Panek @ (858) 668-1739 or visit www.sdgranfondo.com
April 17, Rock in the Park – Berkley Hart Selis Twang
Eve Selis and Marc Twang join forces with folk circuit mainstays Berkley Hart. They’ve merged their various instrumental, vocal and writing skills to create an album full of memorable songs.
Time: 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Location: 1875 El Prado Balboa Park
For more info.: visit www.rhfleet.org/events/rock-park
April 19, Fallbrook Avocado Festival
Since the 1960s, tens of thousands of avocado lovers converge in Fallbrook to sample avocados, check out the crazy cooking contest entries, buy funky avocado-themed gifts and enjoy bands live entertainment.
Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location:E Alvarado St & S Main Ave., Falbrook.
For more info.: visit www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org
April 19, San Diego Earth Fair
The annual Earth Fair in Balboa Park is the largest free annual environmental fair in the world. Earth Fair 2015 will be the 26th annual event!
Time: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location: Balboa Park
For more info.: (858) 272-7370 or visit www.earthdayweb.org/EarthFair.html
April 21, ArtStop: Divine Desire
This ArtStop discusses Divine Desire: Printmaking, Mythology, and the Birth of the Baroque and is led by Michael Brown, Ph.D., Associate Curator of European Art.
Time: 2:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Location:1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
For more info.: (619) 232-7931 or visit www.sdmart.org/calendar/artstop-divine-desire
April 24, 29th Annual Varsity Scout Triathlon
The Boy Scouts of America present a triathlon for older boy scouts, girls, and advisors (age 13-adult). The course consists of a swim across the Enchanted Cove, cycle 3-laps around the parameter of Fiesta Island, and a 2-mile run on the Fiesta Island Roadway. Come and cheer them on!
Time: 7:00 am – 10:00 am
Location: East Mission Bay (Enchanted Cove, Fiesta Island, Youth Aquatic Center parking lot)
For more info.: Tom Naylor @ (858) 663-0825
April 25, Walk Multiple Sclerosis 2015
Multiple Sclerosis is a disabling disease that attacks the central nervous system. About 400,000 people in the U.S. suffer from it. You’re welcome to join individuals, corporations, and teams on a seaside walk.
Time: 7:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location:call for details
For more info.: Jennifer West @ (760) 448-8435 or visit www.mswalk.com
April 25, Rhythm & Brews Music and Craft Beer Festival
50 Breweries, 7 Bands, 2 Stages, 1 helluva day. Join the 4th Annual Rhythm & Brews Music and Craft Beer Festival presented by the San Diego Brewers Guild. Once again Rhythm & Brews continues the tradition of bringing many of the nation’s most popular craft beers together with talented musicians in a beautiful outdoor festival located in the historic Vista Village district.
Time: 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Location: Vista Village District, Vista, CA 92084
For more info.: www.sdrhythmandbrews.com
April 26, La Jolla Shores 5K
Participants who join this 5K run/walk will travel along a coastline with scenic views of the ocean and through cozy neighborhoods of La Jolla. The finish area is at La Jolla Cove where a celebration awaits your arrival. This event is in conjunction with the “La Jolla Half Marathon”.
Time: 7:30 am – 12:00 pm
Location:La Jolla Cove – La Jolla Village Dr.
For more info.: Information desk @ (858) 454-0777 or visit
All times and locations are subject to change or cancellation. Visit individual links for details.
Calendar provided courtesy of Title 365.
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