What: Del Mar Summer Concert Series – Weezer

When: Saturday, August 2, 2014

Where: Del Mar Race Tracks, San Diego

Description: Weezer is an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1992. The band consists of Rivers Cuomo (lead vocals, lead guitar), Patrick Wilson (drums), Brian Bell (rhythm guitar, backing vocals, keyboards), and Scott Shriner (bass, backing vocals). The line-up has changed three times since its formation in 1992.Weezer has sold 9,200,000 albums in the U.S. and 17,525,000 worldwide.

Since coming together in Los Angeles in 1992, the members of Weezer have lived an especially capricious existence: In the course of a decade, they went from dorky alt-rock heroes to absentee cult figures to arena-filling megastars.

What: Farm to Bay: Food & Wine Classic

When: Saturday, August 2, 2014

Where: The Living Coast Discovery Center, San Diego

Description: The Living Coast Discovery Center is proud to present the fifth annual Farm to Bay: Food & Wine Classic. Sample from dozens of San Diego’s top local restaurants, wineries and craft breweries. Enjoy live music and mingle with native wildlife for an unforgettable evening celebrating the sights, sounds and flavors that make San Diego so unique. The Living Coast Discovery Center invites you to our fifth annual food and wine celebration -Farm to Bay- set against the beautiful backdrop of San Diego Bay and the coastal wildlife refuge. This is the food & wine event you don’t want to miss!

What: America’s Finest Film Fest 2014

When: Saturday, August 2, 2014

Where: Irwin M Jacobs Qualcomm Hall, San Diego

Description: The 2nd Annual America’s Finest Film Fest highlights the beauty and diversity of America’s Finest City through 20 beautifully shot, high-definition short films made in San Diego, by San Diegans, or about San Diego. This event takes place on Saturday, August 2nd at the Irwin M Jacobs Qualcomm Hall in Sorrento Valley.

There will be a selection of craft beers, cocktails, and tasty food available for purchase, as well as a Maker’s Fair, showcasing some of San Diego’s finest wares (think Etsy but all San Diego made).

What: Ray Charles, Motown and Beyond presented by Ellis Hall

When: Friday, August 1, 2014

Where: Embarcadero Marina Park South, San Diego

Description: Ray Charles was truly one of the legendary voices in American music. Ellis Hall, a former protégé of Ray Charles, pays a Summer Pops tribute to the master with hits such as I Can’t Stop Loving You, This Little Girl of Mine, Hit the Road Jack and perhaps his most popular, Georgia on My Mind.

What: Del Mar Summer Concert Series: Neon Trees

When: Friday, August 1, 2014

Where: Del Mar Thoroughbred Club

Description: Neon Trees is an American rock band from Provo, Utah. The band received nationwide exposure in late 2008 when they opened several North American tour dates for the band The Killers.Not long after, the band was signed by Mercury Records and released their first album, Habits, in 2010.Their first single “Animal” climbed to No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 1 on the Alternative Rock chart.

What: OzCon International Festival — August 1-10 – Activities in Coronado & San Diego

When: Friday, August 1, 2014

Where: Coronado San Diego

Description: Beginning in 1904 L. Frank Baum, the creator of Oz, and his wife Maud came to Coronado, California, for half of each year to escape the harsh winters of the Midwest. The sun and beauty of Coronado inspired Baum to create tales whose impact on the world has lasted till today. He is credited with giving Coronado its popular nicknames, the Enchanted Island and the Emerald City. Legend has it that he even designed the chandeliers in the Crown Room of the Hotel Del Coronado! Baum spun his magic and his tales while enjoying Coronado’s sunshine and wide beaches.

You don’t need to register for Winkie Con 50 to attend the Oz Con International events in Coronado. Several Coronado Oz events are free. Others are ticketed separately.

What: Point Loma Summer Concerts: Hot August Night (Neil Diamond Tribute)

When: Friday, August 1, 2014

Where: Point Loma, San Diego

Description: Lead singer Dean Colley has been performing in rock bands since 1982, after leaving the University of Southern California, where he was studying biology. 15 years of playing in bars and regional fairs followed playing rock and roll covers with other local musicians. All the while, people began taking notice of Dean’s ever more prominent resemblance to Neil Diamond. Soon, audience members were asking Dean if he did any Neil Diamond songs.

What: Celebrate Oz!

When: Saturday, August 2, 2014

Where: Coronado, San Diego

Description: Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Coronado this August as Oz once again comes to life through the magic of live theatre, film, concerts and musical cabaret, exquisite exhibitions, lectures, the day-long CELEBRATE OZ community festival, and walking tours.

Whether you fell in love with The Wizard of Oz because of the books or the movie, the characters or the music, whether you first experienced Oz-mania as a small child or became a fan later in life through Wicked – Coronado has something for everyone. So come find out why Baum called Coronado the “queen of fairy-land” and once told a journalist that “Those who do not find Coronado a paradise . . . would render heaven unpleasant.

What: Rancho Bernardo Tastings Festival and Car Show at Bernardo Winery

When: Saturday, August 2, 2014

Where: Bernardo Winery, San Diego

Description: The Rancho Bernardo Historical Society will hold its 4th annual Tastings Festival, and as added enjoyment a Classic Car Show. Enjoy good Wine, cool Beer and delicious Food along with music and a Silent Auction of exciting items. Must be 21 years or older.

Tickets can be purchased at the RB festival website: www.rbtastings.com

Cost: $25 in advance, $30 at door

What: San Diego Junior Lifeguard Ocean Festival

When: Saturday, August 2, 2014

Where: Ocean Front Walk and 700 Ventura Place, San Diego

Description: San Diego Junior Lifeguard Ocean Festival Schedule of Events:

7:45am 4 mile walk (MB to Pier and Back)

8:00am 2mi Run, 1/2 mi Swim, 2mi Run*

8:30am Surf Ski Race

9:00am Jr Guard Paddle Relay

10:00am Jr Guard Swim Relay

11:00am Jr Guard Beach Flags

8-11am BEACH BREAKFAST

What: Nathan Pacheco Concert

When: Sunday, August 3, 2014

Where: Embarcadero Marina Park South, San Diego

Description: An audience favorite at last year’s Summer Pops, Nathan Pacheco returns! First discovered by Yanni and straddling two divergent worlds of pop and opera, this rising star with a golden voice and two PBS specials will warm up a cool evening, performing everything from Puccini to Time to Say Goodbye.

What: 2nd Annual North PB Sip ‘N Stroll

When: Sunday, August 3, 2014

Where: North PB Sip N Stroll, San Diego

Description: On Sunday, August 3, 2014 from 11:30am to 4:30pm, this FREE to attend & FAMILY FRIENDLY event is to promote and uncover the Pacific Beach Community brick & mortar and “from-home” businesses. Last year, we packed Cass St between Loring & Opal St with an estimated 5,000 + neighbors. This is a great opportunity to meet your neighbors and familiarize yourself with all of the local Businesses & Restaurants in our Beautiful neighborhood we love so much. The 2nd Annual North PB Sip ‘N Stroll is a family friendly street fair with many Kid-friendly activities at the Tula Ru Kid’s Court, tasters at the West Coaster SD Wine & Beer Garden, local eats & local music.

With the support of Discover Pacific Beach, The 2nd Annual Advent Real Estate & Property Management’s North PB Sip ‘N Stroll presented by Turquoise Cellars, is a Pacific Beach Community Business Marketing Street Fair. Zipcar is the exclusive car sponsor of this year’s event.

What: 25th Annual Vista Rod Run

When: Sunday, August 3, 2014

Where: Downtown Vista Area, San Diego

Description: Help us celebrate this historical event. The 25th Annual Vista Rod Run will feature over 300 classic cars, hot rods, and specialty vehicles, a dance competition, ice cream social and much more all throughout the Historic Downtown Vista area.

Car enthusiasts will be delighted with the pristine paint jobs, perfect upholstery, and what’s under the hood. Coming from garages near and far, car owners are encouraged to participate to see if their baby stands out from the crowd.