There’s plenty to do this weekend as we transition from summer to the fall season across San Diego County.
Friday, Sept. 22
Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar
This year’s version of the Air Show has a new name — “America’s Air Show” — but the event will have the same spectacular aerial performances and fun as previous years.
The show launches Friday and will last through Sunday; the Air Show opens each day at 8 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m.
The Navy’s Blue Angels are set for a demonstration and the Navy Leap Frogs are slated to show off their aerial skills this weekend.
General admission and parking are free, but officials encourage attendees to get their early.
Head to https://miramarairshow.com for more information on this weekend’s Air Show.
Hispanic Heritage Weekend at Petco Park
The San Diego Padres kick off their final home series of the 2023 season with the start of a 3-day celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
On Friday, starting at 4 p.m., fans can gather at Petco Park’s Gallagher Square for Fiesta in the Park -- which will feature food and drink specials to go with the pregame music and entertainment.
Boxing champion and Tijuana native Jaime Munguia will throw the first pitch before Friday’s game, while WWE superstar Rey Mysterio will do the honors prior to Saturday’s game.
For Friday and Saturday at the ballpark, fans who bought a special Hispanic Heritage Weekend ticket package will receive a City Connect sugar skull bobblehead.
After Saturday’s game, fans can stick around for a special fireworks show.
A postgame concert on Sunday featuring Los Tucanes de Tijuana will close out the weekend festivities – as of Friday, the tickets for the concert are sold out.
More information on the Padres' Hispanic Heritage Weekend can be found at https://www.mlb.com/padres/tickets/specials/hispanic-heritage-weekend.
Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro
The best female surfers in the world return to Oceanside for this annual event. The three-day surf competition will also feature a festival village with an emphasis on Women-inspired vendors, activities and fun entertainment.
More than 100 of the top women surfers will catch waves during the competition.
Friday's play-in round began at 8:20 a.m., and the first round was held at 9:40 a.m. The round of 64 starts at 8 a.m. Saturday, while the round of 32 is scheduled to begin at 1:20 p.m.
Sunday's surfing begins at 8 a.m. and the finals are scheduled for 3 p.m., with the awards ceremony coming shortly after.
The event, located at the Oceanside Pier (300 The Strand N, Oceanside, CA 92054), is free to attend.
Learn more on the festival website.
Saturday, Sept. 23
Adams Avenue Street Fair
The two-day Adams Avenue Street Fair (Saturday and Sunday) spans 10 blocks and will feature dozens of musical acts across seven stages, as well as food and drink offerings, and special exhibits.
The event, in its 41st year, runs from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sunday.
Complete information on the Street Fair can be found at https://www.adamsavenuebusiness.com/adams-avenue-street-fair.
PIFA Cultural Festival
The biggest Pacific Islander festival in the country will take place at Mission Bay, with 100,000 people expected to attend the event on Friday and Saturday.
The PIFA Cultural Festival at Ski Beach runs from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on both days, and the gathering will include dancing, a cultural village, resource booths, and food vendors.
Event organizers recommend attendees bring blankets or lawn chairs.
Information on the Festival can be found at https://pifasandiego.com.
Stone Brewing's 27th Anniversary Celebration
One of San Diego's most iconic breweries is holding a festival to commemorate 27 years in business. Head to the Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens in Escondido to sip on a fabulous selection of pours from across the Capital of Craft and elsewhere.
Tickets for the main festival are $55, but if you are a craft beer connoisseur, you may be interested in the "Rare Beer" exclusives. To gain access to those tasty pours and bites from the kitchen, tickets are $130.
This is a 21+ event, and dogs are not allowed.
Learn more about the festival on Stone's website.
Sunday, Sept. 24
San Diego Restaurant Week begins!
Sunday marks day one of an eight-day edible extravaganza highlighting more than 100 restaurants around America's Finest City. The establishments will offer an array of multi-course menus starting at $20.
Participating restaurants will offer three-course prix-fixe dinner menus and two-course prix-fixe lunch menus.
Restaurant Week runs until Oct. 1. Follow this link to find a map and list of locations taking part.
