Headed to the San Diego area in June to beat our heat or do you live there and are you looking for things to do in June? The following list of June San Diego County events, courtesy of our colleagues at First American Title, might help with your planning:
Mainly Mozart Festival | June 1-24 - See website for schedule | Balboa Theatre, San Diego
Orchestral and Chamber Music concerts, lectures, parties, and presentations throughout San Diego and Tijuana illustrate the story of one of the greatest geniuses of all time. 619-239-0100 / www.mainlymozart.org
San Diego County Fair | June 1-July 4 | Del Mar Fairgrounds
“How Sweet it Is” Whether it’s sampling chocolate bubbling from a fountain, soaking up the glittery ocean views from atop the Ferris wheel, discovering how nature’s sweet fruits grow and ripen or enjoying the Fair’s golden-ticket entertainment, your toughest decision will be choosing what to indulge in first! www.sdfair.com
Art Around Adams | June 2 - 12-8pm | Adams Avenue, Kensington
Each year the organizers strive to infuse new and exciting artists and talents that reflect this year’s local trends in art and business. 619-663-927 / www.artaroundadams.org
Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego | June 2-3 | Downtown San Diego
Marathon, Half, 5K and Relay. Tour San Diego by foot as you run through all of the city’s favorite neighborhoods on a course lined with live music and entertainment. www.runrocknroll.com/san-diego
RB Alive! Street Fair | June 3 - 10am-4pm | Bernardo Center Drive
Visitors can partake of tasty treats, browse over 300 booths featuring arts and crafts, information from regional and local businesses, service clubs and religious organizations. www.sdbusinesschamber.com
United States Police & Fire Championships | June 2-9
Athletes representing law enforcement, firefighters, and officers from corrections, probation, border protection, immigration and customs from across the country compete in Olympic-style sports in 50 different sports in 35 venues throughout the county. www.uspfc.org
FilmOut San Diego LGBT Film Festival | June 7-10 | Observatory North Park Theatre, San Diego
Some films will have their premiere with FilmOut San Diego along with award-winning films, independent features and a variety of short films. www.filmoutsandiego.com
San Diego International Boat Show | June 7-10 - See website for schedule | Spanish Landing Park, East
Make your boating dreams a reality by checking out the approximately 140 boats for sale, as well as the latest nautical gear, gadgets and accessories. 949-757-5959 / www.sandiegointernationalboatshow.com
San Diego Greek Festival | June 8-10 | St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church: 3655 Park Boulevard
Come and enjoy fine foods, pastries, imported Greek beers and wines! Get your annual super-dose of traditional and contemporary Greek Music all weekend! www.sdgreekfestival.com
Toast of the Coast Wine Competition/Festival | June 9 - 12-3pm and 4-7pm | Del Mar Fairgrounds
Tickets include unlimited 1-oz samples of wines entered in the 2018 Toast of the Coast Wine Competition. Includes entertainment an d admission to the San Diego County Fair. 858-755-1161 / www.thetoastofthecoast.com
Marine Corps Mud Run Camp Pendleton | June 9-10 - 6am | MCB Camp Pendleton
Get ready to run through the terrain of Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton where our U.S. Marines train. There will be over 300 Marines “Motivating” participants along the course, as well as Military vehicle displays. www.marinecorpsmudrun.com
Inter-Tribal Powwow | June 9-10 - Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 9am-6pm | Mission San Luis Rey, Oceanside
Join the San Luis Rey Band of Luiseño Mission Indians for the Annual Inter-Tribal Powwow with arts and craft booths, food, dancers, drums, an opportunity drawing and contest dancing. www.slrmissionindians.org
San Diego Festival of the Arts | June 9-10 - 10am-6pm | San Diego County Waterfront Park
Gathers nearly 200 artists in a bay view setting of original fine art, entertainment and delicious cuisines, complemented with fine wine and craft beer. 619-744-0534 / www.sdfestivalofthearts.org
Surfing America 2018 USA Surfing Championships | June 10-14 | ceanside Harbor North Jetty
Competition includes Adaptive, Longboard, SUP and Jr. Teams. 949-391-1010 / www.surfingamerica.org
Taste of La Mesa | June 11 - 6-8pm | La Mesa Community Center
Eat your “heart out” while you stroll table to table and sample great food from many local restaurants - all in ONE location! You won’t want to miss this night of fun, food and more! www.lamesachamber.net/taste
Taste of Little Italy | June 13 - 5-9pm | Little Italy, San Diego
Walk along Little Italy’s charming flower and tree-lined sidewalks enjoying bites from San Diego’s top eatery hub, all while enjoying live music scattered throughout the 48-square-block neighborhood and spectacular views of San Diego’s sparkling embarcadero. www.littleitalysd.com
San Diego International Beer Festival | June 15-17 - 11am-9pm | Del Mar Fairgrounds
Nearly 200 breweries represented from around the world, specialty vendors selling a variety of accessories and gifts for the beer lover and educational demonstrations. www.sandiegobeerfestival.com
Taste of Gaslamp | June 16 - 1-4pm | Gaslamp Square (Check-In): 538 L Street
The Gaslamp Quarter will be showcasing the excellent dining options available in our vibrant district. 619-233-5227 / www.tasteofgaslamp.com
Tony Gwynn 5.5K Run & Walk | June 16 - 8am-1pm | AleSmith Brewing Company
A scenic route through Miramar (aka Beer-a-Mar) for all ages to enjoy. There will be beer pit-stops along the course. Post-event celebration at AleSmith’s Miramar headquarters. www.tonygwynn5k.org
SoCal Etsy Guild Artisan Market | June 16 - 10am-5pm | Amphitheater & South Plaza of Horton Plaza Park
Join us for an amazing day of handmade fun! Local designers, live art, handmade vendors and music. 626-274-1434 / www.socaletsyguild.com
California Clambake | June 16 - 5:30-8pm | Hotel del Coronado
With a sunset backdrop, live entertainment and interactive beach games, guests donned in white attire will cozy up on communal tables and enjoy a shellfish feast featuring menus from renowned Guest Chef Stefan Peroutka. www.hoteldel.com
San Diego Wooden Boat Festival | June 16-17 - Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 9am-4pm | Koehler Kraft Boat Yard, Shelter Island
A rare opportunity for the public to view some of the most beautiful and well maintained wooden crafts up close. www.sdwoodenboatfestival.org
The CADO| June 16-Aug. 30 | Liberty Station, South Promenade
An immersive pop-up experience devoted to California Avocados will feature seven imaginative rooms of large-scale interactive art installations. www.thecado.com
Cooper Family Foundation Juneteenth | June 16 - 11am-6pm | 2900 Block of Imperial Avenue
Free event! Educational program, kid zone, teen stage, cultural entertainment, health vendors, vendors, free food and much more. 619-245-3387 / www.cfjuneteenth.com
Father’s Day Concert & BBQ | June 17 - 11am-7pm | Hotel del Coronado
Supporting America’s veterans and military through the Gary Sinise Foundation. The show will open with a spectacular skydiving show from Skydiving Innovations. Attendees will enjoy delicious BBQ and drinks as they listen to Gary Sinise & the Lt. Dan Band. www.hoteldel.com
Taste of Vista | June 20 - 5-8pm | Main Street
Savor food samples and craft beers, and enjoy live country music all while discovering historic downtown. www.vvba.org
Make Music Day | June 21 - 10am-5pm | Museum of Making Music, Carlsbad
Every kind of musician — young and old, amateur and professional, of every musical persuasion — pours onto streets, parks, plazas, and porches to share their music with friends, neighbors, and strangers. 760-438-5996 / www.museumofmakingmusic.org
Ocean Beach Street Fair/Chili Cook-Off | June 23 - 10am-8pm | Newport Avenue
An oceanfront chili cook-off, five stages of continuous live music and entertainment, the community mural project, Artists Alley, carnival rides and games, food and vendor booths, a beachside beer garden and more. www.oceanbeachsandiego.com
91X Presents BeerX | June 23 - 1-11pm | San Diego County Waterfront Park
A day of great music and craft beer at Waterfront Park. Although the event is 21+ from 1-4pm, all ages are welcome after 4pm once the craft beer tasting portion is complete. Locally sourced food trucks and vendors. www.beerxsandiego.com
Fairy Festival | June 23 - 10am-4pm | San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas
Wear your fairy costume or come just as you are. Create a fairy house, make fairy treasures, leave messages on the wishing bush, or shop in the Fairyland market. Bring your camera for a picture with the Fairy Queen. www.sdbgarden.org
Summer Fun on the 101: Leucadia’s Music Festival | June 23 _- 12-7:30pm | Leucadia Roadside Park
Encinitas’ most epic music festival and is free and open to the community! Ride your bike and walk to win excellent prizes! www.leucadia101.com
Festival of Yoga | June 24 - 8am-3pm | San Diego Waterfront Park
This free, all-ages event will feature guided yoga, meditation, music, a vendor marketplace, and other activities intended to instill peace and to inspire and empower people of all ages. 619-7274930 / www.festivalofyogasandiego.org
San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival | June 29-July 1 | Embarcadero Marina Park North
The soothing sounds of smooth jazz, a variety of delicious cuisine, and an amazing atmosphere that creates an unparalleled experience. 562-424-0013 / www.sandiegosmoothjazzfestival.com
Oceanside Independence Day Parade | June 30 - 10am-12pm | South Coast Highway
Come see floats, bands, walking groups, cool cars and much more! The grand marshal of this year’s parade and the first Hometown Hero to be recognized is Jim Wood, former mayor of Oceanside. 760-754-4512 / www.mainstreetoceanside.com
Switchfoot BRO-AM | June 30 -7am-5pm | Moonlight Beach, Encinitas
A surf contest, live music performances, and nerf surf jousting exposition between surf contest heats. www.broam.org
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