San Diego in November

“November woods are bare and still. November days are bright and good. Life’s noon burns up life’s morning chill. Life’s night rests feet which long have stood.” 

— Helen Fiske Hunt Jackson

San Diego is such a beautiful city with so much to see and so much to do!

In San Diego, November heralds the start of our (somewhat) rainy season, but for a variety of reasons that I’ll discuss below, many people opt to travel during this time. We are also a highly regarded location for Thanksgiving vacation.

November in San Diego is another month packed with fun family events. The month starts out quiet and gets slightly busier as the holidays creep closer. A slew of food and themed events keep the calendar packed until the holidays roll around in this perpetually sunshiny city.

Each month I have special fun events I want to show you so that you get the most out of this beautiful city!

Día de los Muertos Festival

Visitors may create a small ofrenda honoring a loved one who has passed. Location: California Center for the Arts. Info: www.artcenter.org 11/1 3 pm

San Diego Fleet Week

Honor and celebrate the men and women of the military through public events. Location: various locations. Info: www.fleetweeksandiego.org 11/1 – 11/12 various times

Old Town Día de los Muertos

Restaurants, museums, and shops will be creating traditional and contemporary ofrendas. Location: Old Town. Info: www.oldtownsandiego.org 11/2 various times

Carlsbad Village Street Fair

Visitors will find unique vendors with a little of everything for the whole family! Location: Grand Ave. Info: web.carlsbad.org 11/3 8 am – 4 pm

Fall Back Festival

Learn about the oldest building in downtown with a free children focused tour and more! Location: the Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House. Info: www.gaslampfoundation.org 11/3 10 am – 5 pm

San Diego Beer Week

Honoring America’s finest independent craft brewers with events at breweries, bars, restaurants, and more! Location: various. Info: www.sdbeer.com 11/4 – 11/13 various times

Bike the Coast

Experience gorgeous riding on the Southern California coast. Location: starts at the Oceanside Pier. Info: www.bikethecoastsd.com 11/5 6:50 am

Ramona Art & Wine Festival

Celebrate Ramona while viewing fine art, tasting local wines, and enjoying small bites prepared by local chefs. Location: 18528 Highland Valley Rd. Info: www.ramonaartandwinefest.net 11/5 11 am – 5 pm

Trout Opening Weekend

2,500 pounds of rainbow trout! Location: Santee Lakes. Info: www.santeelakes.com 11/5 – 11/6 6 am – 5 pm

Daylight Savings

Don’t forget to “fall back”! 11/6 2 am

2022 Komen San Diego MORE THAN PINK Walk

Proceeds from this 5K run/walk will fund breast cancer education, screenings, research, and more. Location: Balboa Pk. Info: www.komensandiego.org 11/6 8 am

Fit Fest at The Rady Shell

A free fitness, health, and wellness festival designed for all ages and all abilities. Location: The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Info: www.theshell.org 11/6 10 am – 2 pm

San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival

Featuring hundreds of wineries, craft beer and spirits, local culinary legends, and nationally acclaimed chefs. Location: various. Info: www.sandiegowineclassic.com 11/9 – 11/13 various times

Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival

Featuring the Zac Brown Band, Kings of Leon, Gwen Stefani, and more! Location: various
along the Downtown waterfront. Info: www.wonderfrontfestival.com 11/18 – 11/20 Fri 3:30 – 10 pm, Sat & Sun 11:45 am – 10 pm

Encinitas Holiday Street Fair

This festival is a ready-made bazaar for holiday shoppers and weekend fun seekers. Location: The Coast Hwy. 101 will be closed from D Street to J Street. Info: www.kennedyfaires.com/encinitas 11/20 9 am – 4 pm

San Diego Jazz Fest

Presenting a variety of traditional jazz music, from ragtime to swing to rockabilly. Location: Town & Country Resort and Hotel. Info: www.sdjazzfest.org 11/23 – 11/27 various times

Oceanside Turkey Trot

“Move your feet before you eat” in a 5-mile or 5K run/walk. Location: Oceanside Civic Center. Info: www.osideturkeytrot.com 11/24 6:45 am

Fallbrook Turkey Trot

A fun family Thanksgiving morning to come together with the community. Location: Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens. Info: www.allbrookturkeytrot.com 11/24 7 am

Father Joe’s Thanksgiving Day 5K

The 5K is a fun, family, and pet, friendly event that raises funds for Father Joe’s Villages meals program. Location: Balboa Park. Info: www.thanksgivingrun.org 11/24 7:30 am

Boarded! Pirate Adventure

This hilarious interactive show puts visitors right in the middle of the pirate action. Location: San Diego Maritime Museum. Info: www.sdmaritime.org 11/26 10:30 am, 12:45 pm

Teddy Ball 2022

Collecting teddy bears for local non-profits in time for Christmas. Location: Hyatt Regency La
Jolla at Aventine. Info: www.eventbrite.com/ e/eddy-ball-2022-tickets-227955991507 11/26 7 pm

San Diego Padres at Home

Are you ready for 2023 baseball season!? See the Padres Location: PetCo Park. Info: www.mlb.com/padres

FARMERS MARKETS SAN DIEGO

Farmer’s Markets are mostly all open! If you are looking to get out and get some fresh air and fresh produce and food, check out one of the many farmer’s markets in San Diego. Most likely the one in your neighborhood is open. Check out a full list here >> https://www.sdfarmbureau.org/farmers-market/

As always, if you or anyone you know needs assistance buying or selling or if you have any real estate questions, please feel free to contact me by phone, text, or email! 

So much to do, so much to see!

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