North County and San Diego Events for September
North County and San Diego Events in September close out summer with some great outdoor events and lots of good food! You can go to the races, stomp grapes, enjoy a music or art festival, golf, swim or watch world-class surfers. There’s even a rodeo! Keep reading for more great San Diego and North County events!
Del Mar Racing
July 20-Sept. 8
The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club (DMTC) hosts world-class thoroughbred horse racing, welcoming the industry’s top athletes to the Del Mar Racetrack.
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.
858-755-1141 / www.dmtc.com
Vista Rod Run
Sept. 1
Features 350+ classic cars and trucks. Car owners compete for the best of the best to win one of 30 trophies. Also featured is music throughout the event, specialty auto vendors and great downtown shopping, restaurants and breweries.
9am-2pm / Historic Downtown Vista
www.vistachamber.org
Wine & a Bite Art Walk
Sept. 6
Stroll the historic downtown district, enjoy wine, have a bite, and see a unique art experience. Ages 21+.
5:30-8:30pm / Downtown Fallbrook
www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org
Oceanside Sea Lions Golf Tournament
Sept. 6
The golf tournament benefits Rady Children’s Hospital for Childhood Cancer. Includes water in the cart, range balls and BBQ lunch.
8am-2:30pm / Emerald Isle Golf Course, Oceanside
619-997-5083 / oceansidesealionsclub.com
Heroes of Oceanside and Camp Pendleton Luncheon
Sept. 6
The event serves to recognize representatives from Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Oceanside Police Department, Oceanside Fire Department, Oceanside lifeguards, healthcare workers and teachers from the local school districts for their outstanding contributions to the well-being and advancement of our city. The event is open to everyone. You must register.
12-2pm / The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa
760-722-1534 / www.oceansidechamber.com
Julian Grape Stomp Festa
Sept. 7
With local wineries offering sips to sample, a wide variety of food and shopping opportunities, great music and undoubtedly, a little extemporaneous dancing here and there, this will be a party to remember! Regular admission is $25.
11am-5pm / Menghini Winery
760-765-1857 / www.visitjulian.com
Alta Vista Botanical Gardens 25th Anniversary
Sept. 7
We are hosting a dinner gala event that aims to raise funds for the continued growth and development of AVBG, ensuring that it remains a vibrant and thriving space for generations to come.
5-10pm / 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista
760-945-3954 / altavistabotanicalgardens.org
Movie in the Park
Sept. 7
Join us for our Movie in the Park at Luiseño Park! Around 6pm, we will have family-friendly activities and fun crafts for children to enjoy. Around 7pm, we will be screening the movie “The Sandlot”
6-9:00pm / Luiseño Park, 1069 Teal Way, Oceanside
ci.oceanside.ca.us
Family Fun Day & 60th Anniversary Play
Sept. 7 & 14
Celebrate Poway’s 60th anniversary with two special events. September 7th is Family Fun Day from 10am-3pm at Old Poway Park. On September 14th from 12-8pm, we celebrate our 60th anniversary with the play A Hearty Poway Legend, dancing, bluegrass music, food, a wine and beer garden and a cake cutting.
14134 Midland Rd, Poway
858-679-8587 / www.powayhms.org
La Jolla Cove Swim
Sept. 8
A San Diego event for over 100 years, the La Jolla Cove Swim has been one the world’s most renowned open water swims, attracting experienced swimmers from across the country as well as internationally. The one and three-mile courses of the swim start and finish at the picturesque La Jolla Cove.
9am / La Jolla Cove
760-723-7570 / kiwanisclublajolla.org
Chamber Cup Challenge Golf Tournament
Sept. 13
Join the Escondido Chamber of Commerce as we host our 4th Annual Chamber Cup Challenge Golf Tournament. Both our Rising Stars program and the Escondido Police Athletic League will benefit from proceeds again this year! Get ready for an awesome day of golf, friends, food, and making a difference in our community!
6:30am-2pm / The Vineyard at Escondido, 925 San Pasqual Rd, Escondido
760-745-2125 / escondidochamber.org
Boys & Girls Club of Vista Golf Tournament
Sept. 13
With your participation and support, we are able to ensure that more than 1,200 youth will have a safe space to learn and grow and that no family will be turned away due to financial hardships. Putting contest, closest to the pin, longest drive, chipping contest, raffles and silent auction, dunk tank and more!
7am-3pm / The Links at Lakehouse, San Marcos
760-724-6606 / www.bgcvista.org
Older & Bolder Expo
Sept. 14
This premiere event will feature health-related businesses, non-profits and senior related organizations with tips and resources on the latest products and services designed to make the most of life beyond retirement. The event is free to the public. There will be workshops covering important topics that affect all of us as we age.
9am-1pm / Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine, Ave, Carlsbad
carlsbad.org
Taste of Gaslamp
Sept. 14
A scrumptious, self-guided foodie tour that has been San Diego event for 28 years. Locals and tourists alike flock to the Quarter to indulge in a culinary adventure stopping at 20+ restaurants across 16 square city blocks.
1-4pm / Downtown San Diego
619-233-5227 / www.gaslamp.org
Cardiff Election Forum for Encinitas Mayor
Sept. 17
Join us at this forum where candidates for Encinitas Mayor respond to
questions submitted by area residents.
6-8pm / Ada Harris School Auditorium
www.cardiff101.com
Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro
Sept. 20-22
This competition is jam-packed with world-class surfing that will blow your mind. Plus, there’s a festival village loaded with female-inspired vendors, activities and amazing entertainment. The event is free to attend!
Oceanside Pier
supergirlsurfpro.com
ArtWalk Carlsbad
Sept. 21-22
The festival will display every medium including painting, sculpture, glass work, fine jewelry, photography and more. More than 150 fine artists’ work will be featured, along with interactive art for families at KidsWalk, a full palette of musical performers, food trucks and stands, and more.
11am-6pm / Armada Drive
619-615-1090 / www.artwalksandiego.org
Viking Festival
Sept. 21-22
Come see our Vikings in their camps and get a glimpse of Viking life.
Listen to live music from local favorites, browse our vendor village, enjoy
food from our food merchants, and wash everything down with libations of
mead and ale from our beer garden.
10am-7pm / Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, Vista
760-941-1791 / www.agsem.org
San Diego Restaurant Week
Sept. 22-29
This fall, enjoy an 8-day edible extravaganza featuring 100+ restaurants from Oceanside to Chula Vista offering variations of multi-course menus starting at just $20. Whether you are looking to rake up a deal, create a customized dining plan, or just enjoy some new restaurants, SDRW has something for everyone!
www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com
Poway Rodeo
Sept. 27-28
The Poway Rodeo has been a cherished San Diego County event for 51 years! Each year, we come together to showcase the talents of our skilled riders and celebrate our Western heritage. It is a time when the community unites, families create lasting memories, and friendships are forged in the dust of the arena.
See website for schedule. / 14336 Tierra Bonita Rd, Poway
www.powayrodeo.com
America’s Air Show
Sept. 27-29
A special flight line experience with immersive experiences, static displays,
and daytime shows that feature military demonstration teams, civilian
aerobatic teams, aerial solo acts, vintage aircraft and warbirds.
MCAS Miramar
miramarairshow.com
Double Peak Challenge
Sept. 28
Double Peak Challenge is a celebration of outdoor recreation like no other. Trail runners will experience unparalleled beauty from atop North County’s highest point. The race includes a 10K challenge timed race, a 5K untimed run/walk and a kids’ trail trot. Race proceeds will benefit the San Marcos community through two important non-profit organizations: Friends of San Marcos and The Boys and Girls Club of San Marcos.
6:15am / San Elijo Hills Park, San Marcos
www.doublepeakchallenge.com
Fallbrook Child Development Center “Evening of Revelry”
Sept. 28
This is ur annual fundraiser to benefit the Fallbrook Child Development Center. It includes live music, dinner, and a silent auction.
5-9pm / Fallbrook Winery, 2554 Via Rancheros
https://www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org/
CRSSD Festival
Sept. 28-29
A two-day electronic music festival at the 12-acre San Diego Waterfront Park featuring three stages and over 40 performers. In addition to the music, the festival will offer craft beer, mixed drinks, food and more.
San Diego County Waterfront Park
www.crssdfest.com
Enjoy North County and San Diego events in September! Do you have North County or San Diego events in September or any other month that you’d like included here? Just let me know, and I’ll add them for you.