San Diego Events - September 14th - 23rd

September 14, 2007

42nd Annual Thunderboat Regatta     September 14-16

Powerboats and hydroplanes race so fast that they nearly become airborne. Interactive displays, live entertainment, food, beer, motorhome camping, and a fireworks show. 7:30 am - 6:00 pm. Mission Bay. Admission: $25.00-$30.00 (3-Day General Admission) ~ $50.00-$60.00 (3-Day Super Pass) ~ $40.00 (Sunday Super Pass) ~ FREE (child age 12 & younger) Becky Strawser (619) 225-9327 or www.thunderboats.net

 

2nd Annual Action Sports World Tour     September 14-16

Come and watch high-action competition of skateboarding, BMX, FMS, and the Show Rail Jam. Beer garden, food, and pop rock. 10:00 am - 7:00 pm. Mission Beach (south parking lot at Belmont Park along Mission Blvd.) Greg Guzzetta (310) 410-3020 x-316 or www.actionsportstour.com

 

Earthdance Festival     September 15

A celebration of music and dance performances will be taking place today at Balboa Park. Guest speakers and a "Prayer for Peace" segment. 9:00 am - 6:00 pm. Balboa Park (lawn area at Park Blvd. & President’s Way) James Clayton (619) 793-5522

 

3rd Annual Out of the Darkness Walk     September 15

Every 16-minutes in the U.S. someone dies by suicide. You can help change this statistic by joining a national event where the proceeds will benefit research and education programs aimed at saving lives. 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Liberty Station. Stephanie Cadira (619) 987-9087 or www.outofthedarkness.org

 

23rd Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day     September 15

Largest volunteer event in San Diego! Let’s come together to help clean up the beaches, coastline, and inland waterways from trash and debris. 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Danielle Miller (619) 758-7743 x-101 or www.cleanupday.org

 

Fiestas Patrias "Recordando A Mexico"     September 15

While celebrating the Mexican Independence Day, over 35 agencies will promote their social services with benefiting information. You can browse through merchandise booths, enjoy Folklorico and Mariachi music, and cultural cuisine. 11:00 am - 6:00 pm. Island Avenue (between 22nd St. & 24th St.) Doris Villasenor (619) 232-5181 x-31 or www.shermancenter.org

 

23rd Annual Lake Murray Community Picnic   September 15

A community picnic will take place at Lake Murray that offers 75 vendor booths, food booths, children’s rides, and live musical entertainment. 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Gary Jander (619) 582-0115 or www.lakemurraykiwanis.org

 

Sessions Fest     September 15

The performing bands are the Prayers, Fifty on Their Heads, McFlow, Red Pony Clock, Atoms, and Wild Weekend. While listening to the music, you can lunch with a barbeque, kettle corn, pizza and beer garden. 12:00pm-10:00pm. Golden Hill Park (2600 Golf Course Dr.) Sophie Akins (619) 243-6024

 

Seamless Fashion/Art/Music     September 15

This adult-oriented event brings together fine boutique fashion, inspiring artwork, and renewed musical talent to the community of North Park. Runway for a fashion show, accompanying music, delicious food, cocktails, and amazing objects of art. 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm. North Park Way (between 29th St. & 30th St.) Michael Delgado (619) 808-8179

 

Paddle for Clean Water Festival A Festival for Clean Oceans     September 16

Surfers, swimmers, kayakers, and other residents will come together to enjoy a fun festival that celebrates awareness of the importance to have clean oceans and waterways free of pollutants. This event is in conjunction with the "Paddle for Clean Water" event. 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Ocean Beach (Rock Paper Scissors International Galleria parking lot at 4976 Newport Ave.) Danielle Frey (619) 222-7625 or www.surfrider.org 

 

13th Annual San Diego Festival of Beer     September 21

120 different beers from over 50 microbreweries. Be sure to have a designated driver! 6:00 pm - midnight. B Street (300-400 blocks) ~ State Street (1100-1200 blocks) ~ Union Street (1100-1200 blocks) Admission: $25.00 (includes admission, 10 4-oz. beers & a commemorative glass) ~ $15.00 (Designated Driver: includes admission & commemorative glass) Richard Woods (760) 807-3530 or www.sdpac.org

 

13th Annual Pacific Islander Festival     September 22-23

A colorful island festival showcasing the history of Pacific Islanders is presented with ingenious crafts, interesting artifacts, tantalizing foods, costumed dance performances, and delightful songs. 8:00 am - 6:00 pm. East Mission Bay (Ski Beach) Rudy Tai (619) 823-8435 or www.pifasandiego.com

 

2nd Annual Old Town San Diego Art Festival   September 22-23

Approximately 175 talented artists from around the country and Southern California will come together to offer their creations. Come and have lunch, browse for art, and enjoy the music. 10:00 am-6:00 pm. San Diego Avenue. Richard Stegner (619) 291-4903

 

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