San Diego Calendar of Events for October 2014

Happy October!

St. Augustine Small Schools Cross Country Invite

The event is a series of cross country races for students from small schools with a low attandance of 1,400 or less pupils. There will be a total of four varsity and junior varsity races for each gender group. Medals and awards are given in each race. You’re welcome to come and cheer them on.
Date: October 03, 2014
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Location: Morley Field Cross Country School (2221 Morley Field Dr.)
Contact Jerry Downey @ (619) 435-3913
6th Annual Oktoberfest by EdUCate

In addition to a feast of German food, beer, and music, there are contests, games, and activities that will keep everyone amused all afternoon. If you’re up to it, try to climb the climbing wall. You can ride the Old Town Trolley to go to and from the event.
Date: October 04, 2014
Time: 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Standley Park & Rec. Center (3585 Governor Dr.)

For more information visit: www.uc-educate.org
Pacific Beachfest

It’s a beach party! So, put on your swimsuit and head to the beach. There’s live music, sand dancing, beach volleyball, beach tennis, a surf contest, professional skateboarding, and a 5K run. You can shop along the beachfront, stop for lunch or have a beer. A bouncer will keep the kids busy.
Date: October 04, 2014
Time: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Location: For more info. visit: www.pacificbeachfest.com
Filipino Arts & Culture Festival (FilAmFest)

Filipino traditions and American culture come together. Be sure to visit the Arts & Cultural Pavilion for unique items and delicious food. There are also fun activities for kids.
Date: October 04, 2014
Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location: Paradise Valley Road

(between Woodman St. & Gilmartin St.)
For more information visit: www.filamfest.com
Barrio Logan Sign Unveiling & Art Festival

Celebration with food, art, music, dance performances, and beer & wine tasting. People can have fun creating pinatas and show them off in a procession. Unveiling of the sign takes place in the evening.
Date: October 05, 2014
Time: 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location:  Cesar Chavez Blvd.

For more information visit: www.barrioartassociation.com
Del Norte High School Homecoming Parade
The student body is proud to present this parade to showcase the school and student talent. You’ll hear a marching band and see marching groups and members from various school clubs.
Date: October 10, 2014
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Del Norte High School parking lot

Contact: Jennifer Mitchell @ (858) 487-0877 x-6147
La Jolla Art & Wine Festival

Over 150 artists, live acoustic music, wine, spirit, & beer garden, food court, and a silent auction.
Date: October 11 and 12, 2014
Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location:  Girard Avenue (between Torrey Pines Rd. & Prospect Ave.)
For more information visit: www.ljawf.com
20th Annual Little Italy Festa
A prelude to the Little Italy Festa. See talented chalk artists create amazing chalk art on the sidewalk known as Gesso Italiano. You can also shop at the Mercato (outdoor market). In the evening, an Italian film will be shown outside on a large screen.
Date: October 11 and 12, 2014
Time: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Location:  Chalk Art (Date St. between India St. & Front St.)

For more information visit: www.littleitalyfestasd.com
The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park &
The Haunted Hotel
A haunted forest in the darkness of night is beckoning for you to come and walk upon its trail with eerie sounds, lurking shadows and creepy fingers reaching out for you. Or maybe the creaky door of the haunted hotel is beckoning for you to go inside.

Date: September 26th – November 1st

Time: 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Location:  Broker’s Building basement
For more information visit: www.hauntedtrail.net  |  ww.hauntedhotel.com
7th Annual Fifth Avenue Auto Showcase
The Gaslamp District is showcasing traditional favorites to lavish luxury cars. Get a close look at Italian exotics such as the Farrari and Maserati and American classics such as the Thunderbird and Corvette.

Date: October 12, 2014

Time: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location:  Gaslamp Quarter
Walk To End Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is effecting about one in 85 people. Currently, there is no cure. Proceeds from this 5K walk will provide funding for research programs and services. The walk is accompanied by an expo.

Date: October 18, 2014

Time: 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Location:  Balboa Park
For more information visit: www.act.alz.org
Slide The City
A 1,000-foot long inflatable water slide will be set up downtown San Diego. Food, music, dancing, and shopping. Wear your swimsuit and bring your friends!

Date: October 18, 2014

Time: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Location:  Beech Street (between 9th Ave. & 3rd Ave.)
For more information visit: www.slidethecity.com
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Make strides against breast cancer by joining this nationwide walking event. Form teams and raise funds that are used for breast cancer research, screenings, and awareness.
Date: October 18, 2014
Time: 5:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location:  Balboa Park
For more information visit: www.cancer.org
Rancho Penasquitos Recreation Council Oktoberfest
Come hungry for a feast of German foods (bratwurst sausage, red cabbage, sauerkraut, potato salad, coleslaw, roll, apple strudel) and spirits from the Biergarten. Learning Bavarian folk dances and instruction in yodeling. It’s a load of fun!

Date: October 24, 2014

Time: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location:  Hilltop Community Park (9711 Ovledo Way)
For more information visit: www.rpcouncil.com
he Boulevard Boo! Parade

Show off your fiendish, ghoulish, or adoring fashion by letting your costume come alive!
Date: October 25, 2014
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location:  El Cajon Blvd./59th St. – El Cajon Blvd.
For more information visit: www.booparade.com
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