Celebrate the Circle of Life at the Toro Nagashi Festival at the Japanese Friendship Garden
Celebrate the Circle of Life at the Toro Nagashi Festival at the Japanese Friendship Garden Enjoy the Japanese custom Toro Nagashi, the floating lantern celebration, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 11-12. The Japanese Friendship Garden will have various performances in addition to merchant booths for guests to enjoy. Food vendors will be serving in the lower garden and a beer & sake garden will be available in the upper garden exhibit hall on Saturday. Toro nagashi (floating lanterns) is the Japanese ceremony in which participants float glowing paper lanterns down a river to commemorate the souls of the dead. Starting at 10...
Watch ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2, in Concert’ with the Soundtrack Performed Live by the San Diego Symphony!
Enjoy world-class performances by the San Diego Symphony by the bay and under the stars! From late June through September, the symphony presents classical favorites, movies in film, jazz, R&B, Broadway and rock at its premier outdoor venue: the Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. The festive atmosphere on San Diego’s picturesque waterfront continues with a dynamic August lineup, including the screening of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2, in Concert" with the soundtrack performed live by the Symphony on Aug. 11-12. Tickets
Maurice Car’rie Winery Serves Up Outstanding Wine, Signature Brie Bread and Warm Hospitality!
Maurice Carrie Vineyard & Winery 34225 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA
Uncork some fun at this Victorian-style farmhouse winery, best known for its outstanding white wines, signature Brie bread and warm hospitality. Nestled in the rolling hills of the Temecula Valley, the expansive property accommodates a busy kitchen and tasting room, a gift shop and winery offices. Event areas include a lounge for private tastings, a historic and now remodeled barn, tank and barrel rooms, and a park-like setting for picnics and receptions. Order a glass or bottle, or a refreshing fruit-flavored boozy pop along with Bistro-style lunch bites. Enjoy on the farmhouse veranda or the big grassy lawn 11 a.m-5 p.m....
Buy Colorful and Unique Gifts at Bazaar del Mundo Shops!
Bazaar del Mundo 4133 Taylor St., San Diego, CA
Find gifts for everyone on your list at the Bazaar del Mundo Shops, a vibrant collection of boutiques in San Diego’s Old Town full of unique items from around the world. Then head next door to Casa Guadalajara for holiday specials, plus sizzling fajitas, tantalizing handmade tortillas and birdbath margaritas. Celebrate the holidays with family and friends at these favorite San Diego venues! Learn more about Bazaar del Mundo here
Unwind at Ocean Crest Spa at Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach!
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa 1 Ponto Road, Carlsbad, CA
Ocean Crest Spa, inspired by the healing powers of the sea, offers an environmentally sensitive, organic spa experience, utilizing custom-blended, organic, pure and locally sourced ingredients and brands. The spa offers an array of rejuvenating facials, body therapies and scrubs, stress-relieving massages and couple’s experiences. Start to unwind when entering this beautifully designed space with both indoor and outdoor relaxation areas. The spa is open to resort guests and visitors. If you’re a local, check out “Spa Like a Local” specials. Ocean Crest Spa is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Monday. Please call (760) 683-5555 for an appointment. Ocean...
The Menu is Smokin’ Hot at Kansas City BBQ!
Kansas City Barbeque 600 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
Enjoy smokin' hot food at Kansas City Barbeque, an easygoing hangout serving hearty helpings of barbeque and beer in downtown San Diego. The restaurant has re-crafted its patio. Dine in shady comfort or under festive lights! Aside from its tasty ribs, Kansas City Barbeque, also serves sandwiches, chicken and beef, and delicious side dishes including cole slaw, beans, potato salad and more. Open daily 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Kansas City Barbeque
Take the Bus Or Train to Padres Games and More With NCTD!
North County Transit Distrcit 810 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA
Skip the traffic and ride in style to San Diego Padres games, and shopping and dining destinations this spring! Parking is free at all COASTER stations making transit the best way to avoid traffic, save money, and enjoy time with family and friends. Download the PRONTO mobile app to purchase your ride on COASTER before you arrive at the platform. To use PRONTO, simply add value to your account and tap your PRONTO card or scan your mobile app every time you ride. NCTD
Try the New Vegetarian Panini at Sunny Side Kitchen in Escondido!
Sunny Side Kitchen 155 S Orange St., Escondido, CA
Feel the warmth and be welcomed like family at Sunny Side Kitchen, an award-winning breakfast and lunch gem in Escondido. Former journalists-turned-restaurant owners offer grilled-to-order panini, fresh salads, homemade soups, real old-fashioned lemonade and bite-size cookies along with one of “The best breakfast sandwiches in America” according to Yelp and Bake Magazine. Pictured: The restaurant's new vegetarian panini with avocado, spinach, fresh sliced tomato, red onion, and feta cheese. Gather inside or opt for delivery within five miles of the restaurant. Takeout is available, as is online ordering, and they love to cater too! Open Mon.-Sat. 6:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m., closed on Sunday. Sunny Side Kitchen
14th Annual Farm to Bay Fundraiser presented by Living Coast Discovery Center
The Living Coast Discovery Center will host its 14th annual Farm to Bay event on Saturday, Aug. 12 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The unique tasting event, set inside the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge in Chula Vista, brings together some of San Diego’s favorite local food and beverage purveyors to support coastal wildlife, education and sustainability programs at the nonprofit zoo/aquarium. The event will feature live entertainment, auctions and up-close encounters with the Living Coast Discovery Center’s beloved animal ambassadors, including endangered sea turtles, sharks, hawks, eagles, owls and more. Farm to Bay is the Living Coast’s biggest fundraiser of the year. More than...
