Select San Diego parties and celebrations only happen once a year. However, there are a host of public annual events in San Diego that are just as memorable. To make sure you don't miss a beat, we've rounded up the top September events in San Diego.
1. ASR, San Diego
September 7-9, 2007
Venue: San Diego Convention Center
111 W. Harbor Drive
San Diego, California
Time: Various
Ages: 16+
Cover: Industry event
More info: 619.525.5000, asrbiz.com
San Diego ASR, a leading trade event, brings the top action sports industry manufacturers, buyers, and fans together under one roof at the San Diego Convention Center. Featuring the latest in skate, surf, and snow; ASR, San Diego trade show is the perfect place for anyone interested in the action sports industry culture.
Insider Note: On Friday, September 7 during ASR is Shmoozapalooza. This event, open to the public and show attendees, features the Action Sports industry's top employers who are looking to fill immediate and future hiring needs.
Guru of Gangstarr, featuring Solar & Doo Wop, will be at Belo, Downtown on Saturday, September 8 for an official ASR after-party.
2. Art Walk on the Bay
September 8-9, 2007
Venue: 849 W. Harbor Dr.
San Diego, CA 92101
Time: 10AM-5PM
Ages: All ages
Cover: Free
More info: 619.615.1090, artwalkonthebay.org
The scenic Embarcadero Marina Park North becomes the superlative venue for art display, music, and interactive art for both children and adults. Art Walk was designed to introduce Southern California to original art, and to give attendees the opportunity to meet the artists.
Insider Note: The Art Walk on the Bay is sponsored by the Port of San Diego.
September 13, 2007
Venue: The Gaslamp Quarter
San Diego, CA 92101
Time: 5-9PM
Ages: All ages
Cover: $25
More info: 619.233.5008, gaslamp.org
The sixth annual Taste of Downtown returns to San Diego. Enjoy this self guided tour that brings you the best delicacies San Diego has to offer as you travel the streets of Little Italy, the Financial District, East Village, and the Gaslamp Quarter.
Insider Note: A complimentary shuttle service to each neighborhood is offered. Proceeds will benefit the Downtown San Diego Partnership that continues to promote and enhance the unique community through programs such as: the Downtown Clean and Safe Program and the extensive Downtown Walking Map.
4. YachtFest
September 13-16, 2007
Venue: Shelter Island Marina
2051 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92106
Time: 11AM-6PM
Ages: All ages
Cover: $27-$82
More info: 858.373.8700, yachtfest.com
Billed as the premier West Coast yacht show, the 8th annual YachtFest of San Diego takes places September 13-16. An affluent array of boats, yachts, super yachts, and ocean accessories from major international manufacturers will be on display and for sale at this seaside event.
Insider Note: The Two-Day Preferred Access Badge is the ultimate package for yachting connoisseurs. Available for $82, this badge enables guests to soak in the lavish lifestyle of a yachtsman. Experience all YachtFest offers with two full days of intimate yacht viewing.
5. Action Sports World Tour
September 14-16, 2007
Venue: Belmont Park
3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
Time: Varies
Ages: All ages
Cover: Free
More info: actionsportstour.com
The ex-home of the famed X-Games is now the home to the final leg of the Action Sports World Tour. The 2007 Action Sports World Tour kicked off September 1-2 in Arizona and comes to a finale in Belmont Park in Mission Beach. More than 50 world-class skateboarders, BMX riders, and aggressive inline skaters will bring their aerial acrobatics and unmatched moves to San Diego in a world-class competition by the beach. In addition the live action sports display, there will be a live performance by the female rock group The Donnas.
Insider Note: The three-day San Diego event will also feature the first-ever all girls skateboard, snowboard and surfing competition, entitled the S3 Supergirl Jam.
6. San Diego Music Awards
September 17, 2007
Venue: Viejas Casino
5005 Willows RD #213
Alpine,CA 91901
Time: 6PM
Ages: All ages
Cover: $30-50
More info: 619.445.5400, sandiegomusicawards.com
Viejas Concerts in The Park presents the 17th annual San Diego Music Awards on September 17. Past artists to win and appear are Blink 182, Jewel, and Switchfoot. Some of this year's featured performers are Jason Mraz and Buck-O-Nine. A part of the proceeds will benefit Taylor Guitars for Schools, an organization that helps fund music programs for local schools.
Insider Note: The official San Diego Music Awards After-Party starts at 10PM and is free with SDMA ticket. The after-party takes place at The DreamCatcher Showroom in the Viejas Casino.
7. Fleet Week
September 17 - October 27, 2007
Venue: Throughout San Diego
Time: Varies by event
Ages: All ages
Cover: Various
More info: 1-800-FLEETWEEK, fleetweeksandiego.org
In a salute to the American military, as well as San Diego's strong military history, there is a week-long tribute series of events, including the MCAS Miramar Air. The flagship event of San Diego's military salute is the September 29 Fleet Week Sea & Air Parade. A grand parade of various U.S. Navy ships and aircrafts along the San Diego Bay displaying the history and might of our nation's navy.
Insider Note: A newer event to San Diego's Fleet Week is the Red Bull Air Race World Series to take place September 21-22. Also, please note that all events taking place on military-only installations are open to the public during this celebratory week.
8. San Diego Festival of Beer
Venue: Downtown San Diego, Columbia and B Street
San Diego, CA 92101
Time: 6-11PM
Ages: 21+
Cover: $25
More info: 619-282-7329, sdbeerfest.org
The 13th annual Festival of Beer hits the streets of Downtown San Diego to bring you an evening filled with live music and 120 microbrew samplings from over 60 different breweries. San Diego Professionals Against Cancer, SDPAC, use proceeds to benefit many local San Diego cancer related charities, patient treatment facilities, and research organizations.
Insider Note: All guests receive a free souvenir tasting glass to use throughout the evening and beyond.
September 21, 2007
9. Old Town Art Festival
September 22-23, 2007
Venue: San Diego Avenue
Old Towne State Historic Park, San Diego, CA 92110
Time: 10AM-6PM
Ages: All ages
Cover: Free
More info: 619.291.4903
The Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce sponsors the second annual Old Town Art Festival, featuring over 150 arts and crafts booths from around the globe. Along with the art and beautiful San Diego weather will be a wine tasting pavilion and continuous live entertainment.
Insider Note: The Old Town San Diego Art Festival is supported byth City of San Diego Economic Development and Tourism Support Program and the County of San Diego Community Enhancement Program.
10. San Diego Film Festival
September 27-30, 2007
Venue: Pacific Gaslamp 15 Theatre
710 Fifth Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101
Time: Various
Ages: All ages
Cover: $2.00-300.00
More info: 619.232.0400, sdff.org
The September events end with a competitive four-day film fest that offers a complete entertainment experience. The 6th annual San Diego Film Festival features local and international features, documentaries, music videos, industry panels, the American Screenwriters Association's annual conference, and four nights of glamorous San Diego Gaslamp parties.
Insider Note: All panels (except Women Filmmakers Forum) will take place Saturday, September 29 at Borders bookstore on Sixth Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter. All San Diego Film Festival parties are open to VIP, festival, and day pass holders only.
