Holy Smokes! This weekend is packed with so many great things to do including the sneak peek of San Diego Restaurant Week, #SDRWTASTE2013, and so much more. There”s no reason not to be in San Diego!

#SDRWTASTE2013

Along the waterfront, more than 40 of San Diego Restaurant Week”s best restaurants and chefs will be serving up samples of house specialties that will delight your taste buds! Local wineries and breweries will also serve tasters paired with the food samples to enhance the flavors.

Where: Broadway Pier, San Diego, CA 92101

When: September 12, 2013

Time: 5:00 to 9:00 PM

Cost: $60

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San Diego Bayfair

More than 150 teams will race at speeds up to 225 miles an hour over the waters of Mission Bay. Those on land can marvel at the high-speed racing while also enjoying live entertainment, vendors, great food and beer gardens, fireworks, kid”s fun zone and other family activities.

Tip: Save yourself the hassle of trying to find parking near the festival and use one of the shuttle”s parking area.

Where: 1404 Vacation Rd‎, San Diego, CA 92109

When: September 13-15, 2013

Cost: $20-$250

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¡LATIN FOOD FEST!

¡LATIN FOOD FEST! is a culinary celebration with over 14 events. Don”t miss out on the grand tasting event at The Port Pavilion on Broadway where you will taste delicious tapa-size dishes and drink samples from the region”s top 60 restaurants, and purveyors of artisan food, beer, wine and spirits – all celebrating the cuisine of Spain, Latin America and the Caribbean.

Where: Various locations

When: September 12-15, 2013

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Fiestas Patrias Celebration

The Fiestas Patrias commemorates Mexico”s independence from Spain and the beginning of the main period of significance for Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Activities will focus on the rich and diverse Mexican heritage that was vital in the development of San Diego and California. Enjoy music, dancing, games and activities for the entire family.

Where: 4002 Wallace St., San Diego, CA 92110

When: September 14, 2013

Time: 12:00 to 4:00 PM

Cost: Free

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San Diego Music Thing

In addition to being an amazing 2-day conference featuring speakers, interactive and roundtable sessions with nationally-known panelists from New York, Los Angeles and Austin online casino representing the best and most innovative aspects of the music business, the San Diego Music Thing will also include an evening Music Festival, with more than 150 local, regional and national bands performing at more than 12 venues around San Diego.

Where: Conference – Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego – 1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108

Concerts – Various locations throughout San Diego

When: September 13-14, 2013

Cost: $25-$55

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Coronado Art Walk

Take a walk along San Diego”s Enchanted Island and browse amazing works by local artists featuring painting, hand-crafted jewelry, photography, ceramics and other mediums. Coronado Art Walk will also include art activities to delight both children and adults, including The Rad Hatter, face painting and weaving.

Where: Coronado Ferry Landing – 1100 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118

When: September 14-15, 2013

Cost: Free

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24th Annual Sycuan Pow-Wow

Join the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation for three days of cultural dance, music and food. While only registered contestants can participate in the dancing contests, everyone else can take part when an “intertribal” dance is announced, as everyone shares a place in the circle. There are no spectators at a Pow-Wow, everyone is a participant!

Where: 5459 Sycuan Road, El Cajon, CA 92019

When: September 13-15, 2013

Cost: Free

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Santee Bluegrass Festival

Take part under the warm skies of East County with an evening of fine wines, a bevy of brews, tasty treats, bidding bazaar and live Bluegrass music played by Box Canyon and The Tail Draggers.

Where: 550 Park Center Drive, Santee, CA 92071

When: September 14, 2013

Time: 5:30 to 9:30 PM

Cost: $35-$45

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