Upcoming October and November Events in San Diego
Oct. -Nov.
Del Mar Racing Extended Season
Horses and fans alike meet for live thoroughbred racing, held Thursdays through Sundays, at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club in oceanfront Del Mar.
Oct. 9
Little Italy FESTA!
This colorful Italian celebration features music, fine food and “Gesso Italiano,” a traditional Italian street-painting festival, held in downtown San Diego’s Little Italy neighborhood.
Oct. 21-23
Borrego Days Desert Festival
Weekend activities include arts and crafts, a parade and the Miss Borrego Springs Pageant in the East County desert town of Borrego Springs.
NOVEMBER
Nov. 4-13
San Diego Beer Week
Hundreds of beer-centric events take place throughout the county during this 10-day festival that highlights San Diego’s award-winning craft beer, breweries and pubs.
Nov. 14-20
San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
Wine and food enthusiasts gather for this five-day event, the region’s largest wine and culinary extravaganza, held at several venues throughout downtown San Diego.
Nov. 23-27
San Diego Jazz Festival
A jazz celebration that lasts throughout the Thanksgiving weekend, the festival features world-class bands at the Town & Country Hotel in Mission Valley.
Nov.-Dec.
Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”
This annual holiday musical jumps right off the pages of the classic Dr. Seuss book and onto the stage of The Old Globe theatre in Balboa Park.