Photo of Mission Fed ArtWalk by Paul Nestor
Here are the festivals in San Diego you won't want to miss.
The San Diego Film Foundation pools together worldwide talent to present the finest independent films each year. Scheduled for Oct. 19 to 23, this festival cultures the community through film and curates content to explore issues of global impact. sdfilmfest.com
For an experience as luxurious as its guests of honor, 125 world class automobiles, the La Jolla Concours D’Elegance on April 24 is a spectacular event in every sense. Guests can indulge in live music, a Champagne and Honey Tasting Garden and breathtaking Pacific views while admiring the one-of-a-kind cars. lajollaconcours.com
Attendees can enjoy the San Diego sun and treat all senses with two days of taco and tequila-filled festivities, on April 30 to May 1. Afternoons can be spent sipping on margaritas; stopping by food, craft beer and margarita booths; and singing along to headliners. tequilaandtacomusicfestival.com/san-diego
Eat, drink, shop and play at Fiesta del Sol on May 21 to May 22, the annual beachside music festival which hosts over 200 vendors and presents a legendary musical lineup. Booths include arts and crafts for unique collectables, high-end pieces by local artisans, diverse foods from pancakes to kebabs, a beer and wine garden, cold-pressed juices and much more. fiestadelsol.net
An ode to San Diego’s visual and performing arts, the Mission Fed ArtWalk on April 30 to May 1 connects the communities through an artistic display in the Little Italy neighborhood, the city’s most popular dining destination. Thousands of attendees roam the open-air event to view and purchase artwork, participate in interactive art experiences and enjoy live music. missionfederalartwalk.org
Soak up the sun and sip on over 150 wines from around the world at the Uncorked Wine Festival, which happens early April. The waterfront event offers local food trucks, a live DJ, gorgeous views and multiple drink options like cider, seltzer and canned cocktails. uncorkedwinefestivals.com
Themed the Summer of Love, San Diego’s annual food and wine festival highlights the city’s best restaurants, breweries, wineries and distilleries and contributes to a great cause. On May 14, dress in '60s and '70s California boho-chic, enjoy unlimited tastings and bid on silent auction items donated by local businesses. jlsd.org/food-and-winehttps://www.jlsd.org/food-and-wine/
This festival from April 21 to 24 makes San Diego its stage, showcasing over 20 family-friendly and immersive productions by local, national and international artists. WOW takes place at the Arts District Liberty Station and and features diverse performances like a hula hooping trio and interactive events like a silent disco and artist-led workshops. lajollaplayhouse.org
From June 3 to 5, watch the sunrise or stargaze from the sky and enjoy local wine and top-tier entertainment from a blanket at the annual Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival. The three-day experience spotlights daily wine and beer tastings, an all-day concert, balloon lifts, a commercial court and food court with over 100 vendors. tvbwf.com
Following a two-year hiatus, KAABOO San Diego is back and ready to put on a show. The upscale event at Petco Park offers world-class music, comedy giants and gourmet food. While this year’s performers remain a mystery, previous lineups include Foo Fighters, Imagine Dragons, Katy Perry, Kesha and P!nk. kaaboosd.com
This city-wide celebration July 9 to 17 is the best place to be loud and proud. Thousands of people will be in attendance, dancing to live entertainment from over 100 entertainers across four custom stages. sdpride.org
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