San Diego is a vibrant city on the Pacific coast that draws visitors all year long. It is a must-visit location for travelers because of its diverse people and breathtaking natural beauty. The following selection of November activities and events will help you have a genuinely memorable trip to San Diego.
1. Old Town Día de los Muertos
WHEN: November 2 | 8 PM
Old Town will be hosting the traditional procession to the El Campo Santo cemetery displaying a public altar. The event consists of three major themes: Remembrance, Community and Celebration. Some believe that the spirits come back in the form of the Monarch butterfly which come in droves to some parts of Mexico.
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2. Silver Strand Half Marathon, 10 Miler & Veterans Day 5K
WHEN: Nov. 13 | 7 AM
WHERE: Silver Strand State Park
Flat, Fast Run or Walk with the waves of the Pacific Ocean on your right and the San Diego Bay on your left and capping off your run with a California Beach Party!
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3. Taste of Ocean Beach
WHEN: Nov. 15 | 5-9 PM
WHERE: Ocean Beach
Where culinary lovers will receive a digital tasting passport to enjoy 40+ food-alicious tasting samples from OB’s best restaurants, breweries, and wine bars, and enjoy the OB vibe with live music in downtown OB.
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4. Where the City Meets the Sea
WHEN: Nov 18-20
WHERE: San Diego Embarcadero
A highly-anticipated 7+ stage, 80+ bands, 3-day music, culinary and arts festival will descend upon the stunning waterfront of downtown San Diego all along the Embarcadero. The festival offers diverse attractions including yacht parties, water sports, art installations, after-parties, a craft beer village and plenty of local flavors. Wonderfront festival’s re-entry policy encourages festival-goers to customize their weekend experience and truly integrates the city into the fabric of the festival.
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5. Whiskey & Wine Party at Estancia La Jolla
WHEN: Nov 18 | 6-9:00 PM
WHERE: Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
The flavors of the deep South and Northern California converge at this West coast BBQ bash at Estancia La Jolla. A nod to the property’s horse ranch heritage, this southern-style feast under the stars features a menu of comfort food favorites washed down with whiskey, bourbon and wine tastings. Sample some of the best whiskeys and personal reserve bourbon as live music and bonfire sparks float on the night air.
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6. San Diego Jazz Fest & Swing Extravaganza
WHEN: Nov. 23-27
WHERE: Town & Country Convention Center
The San Diego Jazz Fest is one of the longest running annual music festivals dedicated to celebrating jazz music of the early 20th Century. Since 1980, this event has been held during Thanksgiving weekend in San Diego, California, and features a variety of musical artists performing traditional jazz, swing, blues, ragtime, boogie woogie, gospel, and rhythm and blues.
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7. Father Joe’s Thanksgiving Day 5K Run & Walk
WHEN: Nov. 24 | 6:30-11 AM
WHERE: Balboa Park
San Diego’s original and longest-standing Thanksgiving Day “turkey trot” is back, and it’s critical mission remains the same: To provide crucial funds to feed the homeless through Father Joe’s Villages’ meal program.
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8. Fallbrook Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot
WHEN: Nov. 24 | 7 AM
WHERE: Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens
A fun family Thanksgiving morning to come together with the community to raise money for the Fallbrook Village Rotary Club Foundation while feeling good and creating memories of a lifetime. Our goal is to raise funds for the Fallbrook Land Conservancy, Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary and the Fallbrook Community(s).
More info here: WEBSITE
9. Boarded! Pirate Adventure at the Maritime Museum
WHEN: Nov 26 | 10:30 AM – 2:15 PM
WHERE: Maritime Museum of San Diego
This hilarious interactive show puts visitors right in the middle of the pirate action. Participants will be sworn in as part of the ship crew, trained how to navigate, sword fight, bail water from a sinking ship, escape from the King’s Jail, swab the deck and other pirate skills. Board at the Maritime Museum and head out on San Diego Bay for this non stop outdoor pirate playground staged aboard the galleon replica San Salvador.
More info here: WEBSITE
10. Julian Country Christmas Tree Lighting
WHEN: Nov. 26 | 12:30-7:30 PM
WHERE: Julian Town Square
We are so excited to bring you an all new experience for the tree lighting. Music and Holiday Performances throughout the afternoon Christmas Market. Santa Arrives and Greets the Kids (of all ages). This is a FREE event.
Are you eager to visit San Diego in November? Schedule a time to talk.
