North County and San Diego Events for November
North County and San Diego events in November remind us why living in San Diego is so great! November starts with a Dia de los Muertos festival, and brings many other fun events including Fleet Week, Beer Week, the Carlsbad Village Faire and racing at Del Mar. Plus, there are several Veterans Day celebrations and turkey trots along with a fun hike and bike ride.
We end the month with seasonal celebrations including a hayride, Christmas tree lighting and a holiday street fair. Keep reading for more great San Diego and North County events!
Del Mar Racing
Oct. 31-Dec. 1
This fall, racing returns to America’s favorite seaside track with the annual running of the Bing Crosby Season. Don’t miss four weeks of Thoroughbred excitement — surrounded by the beauty of Del Mar.
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club
www.dmtc.com
Escondido Día de los Muertos Festival
Nov. 1
Join us for a vibrant celebration of culture, art, and community at the 29th Annual Día de los Muertos Festival at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. This FREE family-friendly event will bring together traditional and contemporary elements of Día de los Muertos, offering a lively and immersive experience for all ages.
4-9pm / California Center for the Arts
800-988-4253 / artcenter.org
San Diego Beer Week
Nov. 1-10
San Diego Beer Week is taking place November 1-10 with events being held throughout San Diego County at participating breweries, bars, restaurants and more!
www.sdbeer.com
Fleet Week San Diego
Nov. 1-11
Experience one of San Diego’s largest Military events featuring military displays, high tech equipment in the Innovation Zone, active Navy & Coast Guard ship tours, live music, food, and fun for the whole family!
See website for schedule. / Broadway Pier
619-858-1545 / www.fleetweeksandiego.org
Novemberfest
Nov. 2
Enjoy a day of live music, tastings, food, craft booths, games, a silent auction, and raffles. 100% of all proceeds support the Alta Vista Botanical Gardens and the Amigos De Vista Lions Club.
760-726-1122 / www.vistachamber.org
Bike the Coast
Nov. 2
This iconic San Diego event returns to Oceanside for its annual ride. Join riders of all levels and ages while experiencing the best of Southern California beaches and surf towns as you ride routes of 100, 50, 25 on historic Highway 101, or enjoy our family ride on the San Luis River Trail. Enjoy San Diego’s beautiful coastline and celebrate right on the water in Oceanside at the Finish Festival.
6:50am / Oceanside Pier
909-399-3553 / www.bikethecoastsd.com
City Hike San Marcos
Nov. 2
Experience the wonder and beauty of this historic region of San Marcos as we hike 6.5 miles of trails around Walnut Grove Park and The Purple Heart Memorial. We will also take in views along Twin Oaks Valley, La Cienega, Mulberry, and Cox Roads.
9am-12pm / Walnut Grove Park, San Marcos
760-744-1050 / www.san-marcos.net
Carlsbad Fall Village Faire
Nov. 3
Over 900 arts & crafts booths, antiques, unique clothing, items from around the world, and more. Children’s rides, an international food center, and an old-fashioned pancake breakfast!
8am-4pm / Carlsbad Village
760-931-8400 / www.carlsbad.org
San Diego Asian Film Festival
Nov. 7-16
The San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) is San Diego’s premier film showcase of Asian American and international cinema. Founded in 2000, the festival has been a San Diego event for 25 years. Each year, the festival brings West Coast, North American, and world premieres of films from around the world to San Diego and gives audiences unique opportunities to discover international cinema. This year, SDAFF will showcase over 170 films from more than 35 countries.
619-400-5911 / sdaff.org
Train Song Festival
Nov. 9
Join us for a day of history and fun! We’ll have musical entertainment from San Diego Folk Heritage, model railroad layout, and tours of the Nelson House and Museum. For a small fee, ride the 1907 steam engine or browse hand crafted items at the craft market.
10am-4pm / Old Poway Park
poway.org
Solana Beach Veterans Day Ceremony
Nov. 11
Highlights include, the Camp Pendleton Young Marines as Color Guard, “Feathers from Heaven” Doves, the Santa Fe Christian School band, and a special guest speaker. Light refreshments will be served.
11am / La Colonia Park, 715 Valley Ave.
858-720-2453 / www.cityofsolanabeach.org
Escondido VetFest Parade and Festival
Nov. 11
Celebrate those who have served with a Veterans Day Parade on Grand, Grand Avenue Patriotic Storefront Display Contest, Military and VetFest Sponsor Displays on Maple Street Plaza, and VetFest at American Legion Post 149.
Parade: 9:30am, Fest: 12pm / Grand Ave. and 230 E. Park Ave.
www.escovetfest.org
Carlsbad Veterans Celebration
Nov. 11
A San Diego event for 16 years to celebrate our veterans. Festivities will include a military flyover, performance and march by the Army Navy marching band, opening remarks from Major General Combs and more.
11am-12pm / Army Navy Academy Sports Complex, 2600 Carlsbad Blvd.
www.carlsbadrotary.com
Fallbrook Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony
Nov. 11
The parade begins at 10am, and is followed by the ceremony at 11am in Village Square. There will be lunch at the VFW Post 1924, 1175 Old Stage Road.
10am-1pm / Main Ave.
www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org
Susan G. Komen 3-Day Del Mar Cheering Station
Nov. 15-17
A San Diego event since 2003, the Susan G. Komen San Diego 3-Day is a journey to end breast cancer. Join DMVA in painting the town pink and cheering on more than 2,000 walkers. This cheering station is an annual outpouring of support from the community that welcomes the walkers with pink balloons and ribbons.
7:30-9am / Del Mar Village, Camino del Mar just south of 15th St.
858-735-3650 / www.visitdelmarvillage.com
Valley Arts Festival
Nov. 16
An annual celebration of Oceanside and its first peoples, today known as the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians. Music, activities and vendors.
11am-4pm / Heritage Park, Oceanside
760-722-1534 / www.oceansidechamber.com
Encinitas Holiday Street Fair
Nov. 24
Enjoy the music of popular local bands in The Lumberyard Courtyard and dance, music and other entertainment on the Community Stage. Take your young ones to the Kids’ Zone for a variety of fun activities. When it’s time for a bite or a drink, the options are abundant, from the unique food vendors in the street fair to the 40+ restaurants and bars.
9am-4pm / Coast Highway 101 between D and J Streets
760-943-1950 / www.kennedyfaires.com/encinitas
O’side Turkey Trot
Nov. 28
Join us to move your feet before you eat this Thanksgiving at Oceanside’s 19th Annual Turkey Trot 5-mile or 5K run/walk and kids’ run. The Oside Turkey Trot is recognized as one of the Top Trots in the country by Runner’s World Magazine and the Los Angeles Times. It benefits the Move Your Feet Before You Eat!® foundation.
6:45am / 330 N. Coast Highway to The Strand and Seagaze Dr.
www.osideturkeytrot.com
Encinitas Turkey Trot
Nov. 28
If you have never walked or run along the Pacific Coast in Encinitas during November, then you’re in for the surprise of your life! The early morning offers a beautiful color in the Pacific Ocean and the waves always seem to have a special look to them during this time of year. That’s why you should start your Thanksgiving holiday fun with friends and/or family at the Encinitas Turkey Trot 5k & 10k where we start and finish the race under the world-famous ENCINITAS sign on Coast Highway 101.
7:30am / Highway 101 under the Encinitas sign
encinitasturkeytrot.org
Julian Country Christmas Tree Lighting
Nov. 30
We are so excited to bring you an all new experience for the tree lighting. The Christmas Market opens at noon with holiday gift vendors and crafts. Music will begin around 2pm, and the tree will be lit at 5:30pm. After the tree lighting, Santa will arrive to meet and greet the kids. This is a FREE event.
12-8pm / Julian Town Square
www.visitjulian.com
Holiday Hayride
Nov. 30
A country Christmas celebration with hayrides, jug band shows, ornament making, candle dipping, petting zoo, reptile show, archery, tomahawk throwing, slingshot gallery, and more!
10am-4pm / Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures, 4425 Hwy 78, Santa Ysabel
951-847-1904 / www.fortcross.com/holiday-hayride
Enjoy North County and San Diego events in November! Do you have North County or San Diego events in November or any other month that you’d like included here? Just let me know, and I’ll add them for you.
Please forgive me for any errors or omissions and let me know if there’s anything that needs fixing. Please check with the organizations holding these events for costs, tickets, availability, changes, limitations and important details.