September 2007 North San Diego County Calendar of Events
Please call ahead to confirm dates and times
September 3
78th Annual Pier Swim
7:15am - 12pm at Oceanside Pier. A one mile swim course around the pier. 858-435-1031 http://www.ci.oceanside.ca.us/
September 8 - 9
Greek Festival 2006 - Cardiff by the Sea
29th annual. Features an array of authentic Greek dishes and desserts, live Greek music and dancing, and a bazaar full of crafts, apparel, and unique gifts. Event includes a raffle for a car giveaway. The festival is sponsored by Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church and takes place on church grounds at 3459 Manchester Avenue in Cardiff. 760-942-0920 or www.stsconstantinehelen.com/festival.htm
September 9
La Jolla Rough Water Swim
Largest rough water swimming competition in the U.S.A. La Jolla Cove with events starting at 8am. 858-456-2100 or www.lajollaroughwaterswim.com
September 9
Antiques on Mission-Fall Show
Genuine antiques and collectibles show with up to 200 dealers. Free admission and parking. Takes place rain or shine. Sponsored by MainStreet Oceanside. 8am - 3pm. Mission Ave. from Nevada to Coast Hwy in Oceanside. 760-754-4512 or www.msoceanside.com
September 14 - 16
Thunderboat Regatta
Features Thunderboats (world's fastest boats), hydroplanes, tunnel hulls, unlimited lights, drag boats and other racing classes. Specialty vendors, food and entertainment. Mission Bay, gates open 7am, races 8am-5pm. Fireworks following races. (619) 225-9160 or www.thunderboats.net
September 15 - 16
Oceanside Harbor Days
Oceanside Harbor, Harbor Drive. Features aquatic events, food, trade booths, arts and crafts, an art walk area, fishing derby and entertainment. Held from 9am-6pm. For more information call 760-722-1534 or www.oceansidechamber.com/chamber/special_events.asp
September 16
Oceanside Harbor Day Pageant
Applications are still being accepted for the 28th annual Oceanside Harbor Day Pageant. Contestants ages 2 to 19 are eligible to enter in six age divisions. The pageant is judged on personality, poise, speaking ability and overall look. Winners appear in parades and at various city functions. Deadline to enter is Aug. 31. (760) 434-3397
September 17 - October 27
Fleet Week 2007
San Diego's tribute to the Military presents many events for Fleet Week. Activities include a "Salute to the Military", the Sea & Air parade of ships and planes, the sailing of the Star of India, surface ship tours and the MCAS Miramar Air Show. Please check in advance for complete dates and schedule at 619-858-1545 or www.fleetweeksandiego.org
September 22 - 23
Carlsbad's 5th Annual ArtSplash
ArtSplash in an innovative, high-energy family festival of arts, food and fun. The event will include chalk art street paintings, creation of art on-site, live stage shows and street performances and an array of cuisine. 10am - 6 pm Sat. and 10am - 5 pm Sun. Located at Armada Drive above The Flower Fields with views of the Pacific Ocean. 760-930-9123, ext. 118, or www.CarlsbadArtSplash.org
September 22
Taste of Carlsbad
Good food for a great cause. 11th annual. This year partnering with Artsplash. Delicious food from a variety of Carlsbad's finest restaurants. Fundraiser for Kids Are Worth a Million. $20. 2-5pm. 760-929-1555
September 22 - 23
Street Scene - Coors Amphitheater(moved from Del Mar Fairgrounds). Over 60 artists, all ages, 5 stages. http://www.street-scene.com/
September 23
Oktoberfest in Encinitas
Free annual event featuring Authentic Bavarian bands, arts and crafts and a 140-foot food and beer garden area. Family fun zone. 10am - 5pm. at Mountain Vista & El Camino Real, Encinitas. For more information, call 760-753-6041 or www.encinitaschamber.com
September 24 - 30
Carlsbad Music Festival
This annual weeklong event is an alternative classical music festival featuring cutting-edge, world-class young musicians (including several with roots in Carlsbad), premiering new works and performing fresh and compelling music in concert and in the community. 760-809-5501 http://www.carlsbadmusicfestival.org/
September 26 - 30
Del Mar International Horse Show
The Del Mar International Horse Show attracts more than 250 of the finest Hunter/Jumper riders and horses. Highlights of the four day horse show include the Del Mar International Grand Prix. Tickets and schedules: 858-792-4252 or http://www.sdfair.com/
September 27 - 30
6th Annual San Diego Film Festival
Annual celebration of film showcasing the best in American and International full-length features, documentaries and short films. Features Q&A sessions with the directors, workshops and panel discussions, guest appearances by film and video artists and more. Location: Gaslamp Quarter, downtown San Diego. 619-582-2368 or http://www.sdff.org/
September 28 - 29; October 5 - 7, 12 - 14, 18 - 21, 24 - 31
The Scream Zone - Del Mar Fairgrounds
The Del Mar Scaregrounds is once again partnering with dark attraction industry experts who will produce the most terrifying, spine-tingling, blood curdling experience. Ride the Haunted Hayride, enter the House of Horror and march through the Chamber of Chills, if you dare. Hours are from 7-11pm Sun-Thurs and 7-midnight, Fri-Sat. For more information, call the Del Mar Fairgrounds at 858-755-1161 or visit their website. www.sdfair.com/screamzone
September 29
Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch
Acres of pumpkins to choose from including some 50-200lbs. 11am-4pm. 760-749-3333 or www.batesnutfarm.biz
September 29 - 30
26th Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair
Southern California's largest free musical festival features arts, crafts, carnival rides, food, circus acts and musical acts on six outdoor stages. Sat: 10am-9pm, Sun: 10am-6pm, Adams Ave, between 33rd & 35th Streets and Adams Park. 619-282-7329
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