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Live in or planning a visit to the San Diego area? Looking for some fun things to do there in November? Then please check out this November Calendar of Events, courtesy of our colleagues at First American Title:
Dia de los Muertos Guest Chef Dinner | Nov. 1 from 6-10pm | Galaxy Taco, La Jolla
This year we’re inviting 8 guest chefs to join our own chef de cuisine Christine Rivera in the kitchen. We have an epic night of food and celebration planned. This event will sell out! For more information: www.galaxytaco.com
Escondido Día de los Muertos Festival | Nov. 1 from 5-9pm | California Center for the Arts, Escondido
Guests are invited to create altars to remember and honor their loved ones in a special area outside of the Center’s museum; the event also features live music, traditional Mexican fare, sugar skull decorating, and more. For more information: www.artcenter.org
CA’s American Indian & Indigenous Film Festival | Nov. 1-3 | CSU San Marcos & Pechanga Resort & Casino
Will highlight current films from American Indian filmmakers, producers, directors, and actors. For more information: www.caiiff.com
Chula Vista Veterans Parade | Nov. 2 from 8-11:30am / Magdalena Ave to Santa Venetia St - Veterans Elem. School
Ceremony recognizing veterans & military families will immediately follow. For more information: www.facebook.com/events/485512638599834
Old Town San Diego’s Dia de los Muertos | Nov. 2-4 | Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
The spirits of loved ones who have died return to earth to celebrate with friends and family, during this happy, festive and very artistic time. Arts & crafts, music and food. For more information: www.dayofthedeadsd.com
Fall Home Decorating/Remodeling Show | Nov. 2-4 | Fri & Sun 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-6pm | Del Mar Fairgrounds
Hundreds of exhibitors for all of your home Improvement needs from decorating/remodeling, home additions and landscaping. For more information: 800-999-5400 | www.homeshowsusa.net
San Diego Beer Week | Nov. 2-11 | Embarcadero South, Downtown San Diego
A 10-day celebration, promoting more than 130 independent craft breweries in San Diego County. Join the San Diego Brewers Guild and more than 60 independent breweries for 2018 Guild Fest, taking place at Embarcadero South in Downtown San Diego on November 3. For more information: 858-581-7368 | www.sdbeer.com
Escondido Tamale Festival | Nov. 3 from 11am-5pm | Grape Day Park
A celebration of all the great Latin foods that have become iconic staples of California’s culture. Best Tamale Contests. Grande Stage featuring Mariachis, Folklorico, Aztec, Latin Dance Performances. Kid's activities. For more information: www.escondidotamalefestival.org
Kids Care Fest | Nov. 3 from 9am-1pm | Lemon Grove Recreation Center
This community-oriented event is open to the public and features free health screenings for children and their families. For more information: www.kidscarefest.org
Bike the Coast | Nov. 3 at 8am | Oceanside Pier
Experience riding on the Southern California coast with 100, 50 or 25 mile routes on Highway 101. Everything starts and finishes at the Oceanside Pier with food, music, expo, shopping and fun! For more information: www.spectrumsportsevents.com/bike-the-coast
Veteran Walk/Run | Nov. 3 from 8:30am-1pm / Chula Vista Veteran’s Home: 700 E Naples Court
All proceeds benefit the Veteran’s Home in Chula Vista. For more information: 619-392-6333 | www.theveteranswalk.org
Trout Opening Weekend | Nov. 3-4 from 6am-5pm | Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve
2,500 pounds of Rainbow Trout with large fish up to 12 pounds will be stocked for this upcoming event! For more information: 619-258-4785 | www.santeelakes.com
Carrera de los Muertos San Diego | Nov. 4 at 6:45am | Embarcadero Park South
You will experience a great sense of community through a little exercise, music, dance, face painting and a lot of fun. For more information: www.losmuertos5k.com/events/san-diego
Carlsbad Fall Village Faire | Nov. 4 from 8am-4pm | Grand Avenue
Take in the beauty of our seaside city while browsing through unique booths, indulging in delectable eats and enjoying family entertainment at the largest one-day street faire in the nation. For more information: www.carlsbad.org
Fallback Festival | Nov. 4 from 11am-4pm | Gaslamp Quarter
A Children’s Historic Street Faire. Travel back in time to enjoy our old west town! Pan for gold, saddle up on pony rides, and enjoy live entertainment. For more information: https://gaslampfoundation.org
Coronado Island Film Festival | Nov. 9-12
Parties, panels, exhibits, workshops, celebrities, live performances, new films, filmmakers, interesting venues, awards, tributes, shops and restaurants for every taste, along with a wide variety of films by filmmakers from every level of the craft, from emerging student to seasoned pro. For more information: www.coronadoislandfilmfest.com
Ride the Point Memorial Charity Bicycle Ride | Nov. 10 from 6am-12pm | Liberty Station
Ride the Hidden, Unridden, and Forbidden Point Loma in San Diego, CA on exclusive routes open once a year! For more information: www.ridethepoint.org
San Diego Veteran’s Day Parade | Nov. 10 from 11am-1pm | San Diego Embarcadero
See over 4,000 Veterans, Active Military, Bands, Floats and Civic Groups celebrate Veterans Day. For more information: www.sdvetparade.org
Silver Strand Half Marathon, 10 Miler & Veterans Day 5K | Nov. 11 from 7-11:30am | Sunset Park, Coronado
Run along the “Silver Strand,” from Coronado to Imperial Beach! Enjoy the post race Beach Party and Beer Garden. For more information: 858-268-1250 | www.silverstrandhalf.com
Tribute to Veterans – Showcase Concert | Nov. 11 from 1pm & 6pm | California Center for the Arts, Escondido
Performance will include patriotic repertoire and classical selections. For more information: 619-233-3232 | www.sdys.org
UH Arts Open/Taste of University Heights | Nov. 11 from 11am-4pm | University Heights, San Diego
Stroll through the quaint neighborhood sampling delicacies from University Heights’ diverse restaurants and enjoy a free self-guided tour of the arts. For more information: www.uharts.org
Fallbrook Veteran’s Day Parade & Celebration Ceremony | Nov. 11 from 10am-1pm | Main Avenue
Marine Corps Mounted Color Guard, military vehicles, Fallbrook HS Marching Band, Boy and Girl Scout Troops, Fallbrook HS Marine Corps JROTC, Naval Sea Cadets Gunfighters Squadron and more! Ceremony in Village Square and free lunch at VFW post 1175 S Old Stage Rd. For more information: www.fallbrookvfw.org
San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival | Nov. 11-18
Featuring dozens of events, hundreds of domestic and international wineries, the celebration of craft beer and spirits, local culinary legends and nationally recognized celebrities, and a Grand Tasting Finale on the stunning Embarcadero. For more information: www.sandiegowineclassic.com
Breast Cancer Cheering Station | Nov. 16 from 7:30-9:30am | Del Mar Village
We will have a water, music and cheer station to root on the walkers, who will start their journeys at the Del Mar Fairgrounds and receive a huge show of support as they enter the Del Mar Village - the first city on their journey! For more information: www.visitdelmarvillage.com
Tree Lighting and Santa’s Arrival | Nov. 16 from 6:30-8pm | Carlsbad Premium Outlets
Entertainment provided by local choir and dance groups through out the evening. This free event is open to the whole family and a great way to kick off the holiday season. For more information: www.premiumoutlets.com
Victorian Country Christmas | Nov. 16-18 from 9am-4pm | Chula Vista Elks Lodge
Support veterans and children in our local area! We will be kicking off the annual Toys for Tots drive so be sure to bring an unwrapped toy to help out! Crafts, high tea, silent auction and more! For more information: www.chulavistavcc.com
Del Mar Antique Show | Nov. 16-18 Fri & Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am-5pm | Del Mar Fairgrounds
One of the largest indoor shows in California, regularly averaging 100+ exhibitors from all over the United States. For more information: 727-423-0187 | www.calendarshows.com
Susan G. Komen San Diego 3-Day | Nov. 16-18 from 6:30am-5:30pm | Del Mar Fairgrounds
A 60-mile walk for women and men who are ready to end breast cancer. For more information: www.The3Day.org
Star of India Companion Sail | Nov. 17-18 | Maritime Museum of San Diego
Five years have elapsed since the last time Star of India sailed, so the opportunity to join her under sail this November makes this an a more unique experience! For more information: www.sdmaritime.org
Encinitas Holiday Street Fair | Nov. 18 from 9am-4pm | Coast Highway 101
450+ booths, dozens of unique downtown retailers, music of popular local bands and Kidz Zone. For more information: www.kennedyfaires.com/encinitas
Mother Goose Parade | Nov. 18 from 1-3pm | El Cajon Blvd & W Main St
San Diego’s East County’s annual holiday kick-off celebration featuring whimsical floats, clowns, bands and equestrians. For more information: www.mothergooseparade.org
San Diego Jazz Fest and Swing Extravaganza | Nov. 21-25 | Town and Country Resort & Convention Center
A variety of traditional jazz music, from ragtime to hot jazz to swing to rockabilly. Jazz bands and musicians from across the U.S. will perform. For more information: www.sdjazzfest.org
Father Joe’s Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K Run & Walk | Nov. 22 from 7:30-10:30am / Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park
Generates awareness and funds to help support Father Joe’s Villages’ efforts to provide and serve close to 1 Million Meals each year! For more information: www.thanksgivingrun.org
O’side Turkey Trot | Nov. 22 from 6:45-11:30am | Oceanside Civic Center
Pacific Marine Credit Union O’side Turkey Trot 10k Run, 5K Run/Walk and Senior 1 Mile. Event offers a costume contest, largest teams competition, fabulous live entertainment on the course and finisher medals for all. For more information: www.osideturkeytrot.com
Waddle and Trot 5K and Kid’s Fun Run | Nov. 22 from 6-11am | Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve
All proceeds benefit Santee Santa's, Santee Lakes Foundation and Santee Food Bank. All participants receive a T-shirt and an online finisher certificate. For more information: www.waddleandtrot.com
Thank You Run 5K/10K and Kids Run | Nov. 22 from 7-10am | 4S Ranch Community Park
Another fantastic Thanksgiving morning with our family and friends while we raise funds for Helen’s Closet and San Diegans suffering with ALS. For more information: www.thankyourun.org
San Diego Run for the Hungry 5K & 10K | Nov. 22 from 7-10am | Westfield Horton Plaza Mall
All profits are donated to the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank. For more information: www.sdrunforthehungry.org
Fallbrook Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot | Nov. 22 from 8-10:30am | Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens
Our goal is to raise funds for the Fallbrook Land Conservancy, Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary and the Fallbrook Community(s). For more information: 760-468-0322| www.fallbrookturkeytrot.com
SD South Bay Turkey Trot & Food Drive | Nov. 22 from 8-10:30am | Rohr Park, Bonita
Run or walk San Diego’s only Turkey Trot that has 3 distances to choose from: 15k (9.3 miles), 10k (6.2 miles), 5k (3.1 miles). For more information: www.sdthanksgivingrun.com
Coronado 5K Turkey Trot | Nov. 22 from 8-11am | Tidelands Park
Move Your Feet Before The Feast and support mental health initiatives at Rady Children’s. For more information: www.active.com
Julian Country Christmas & Tree Lighting | Nov. 24 from 2-7pm | Pioneer Park
Julian kicks off the holiday season with the annual lighting of the town’s huge living Christmas tree, presented by the Julian Merchants Association. Meet Santa! For more information: www.visitjulian.com
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