SanDiego.com Releases the 'Do Not Miss' List of San Diego Events for August 2013
San Diego, CA (PRWEB) August 02, 2013 -- August closes out the summer months with a well-packed calendar of San Diego events. To make sure guests don’t miss a thing, SanDiego.com has released its list of the top things to do in San Diego before the end of summer!
Ford Supergirl Pro:
August 2nd to August 4th, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on the Oceanside Pier at 300 N Strand in Oceanside CA, this free event is the largest female surfing event in the world, and the only ASP 6-Star women’s surf contest in North America. Featuring over 90 of the world’s top female pros, including Bethany Hamilton, Alana Blanchard, Courtney Conlogue and more. Come watch some top-notch female surfers conquer the waves of San Diego. Including autographs from pros, celebrity guests, live music, free hair styling from Paul Mitchell and a variety of vendors, the Ford Supergirl Pro event will cure every visitors craving for a real San Diego event.
Where to Stay?
Located just 4 minutes away from the Oceanside Pier, the Oceanside Marina Suites is situated on a private peninsula in the Oceanside Harbor guaranteeing that guests will continue to have a fun and scenic stay even after the Ford Supergirl event has ended.
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles’ American Invasion:
August 4th at 8 p.m. at the Belly Up Tavern located at 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach CA. Beatles tribute band Abbey Road will perform all of the Beatles’ chart topping hits, with multiple costume changes through the night. This show is for a 21+ crowd only. Buy tickets online or by calling, and celebrate the anniversary of Beatlemania.
Where to Stay?
Only 6 minutes from the Belly Up Tavern and Solana Beach, L'Auberge Del Mar overlooks the Pacific Ocean, offering guests a chance to view some stunning west coast sunsets while they enjoy the available spa, foot baths and other accommodations. L’Auberge is also conveniently located by Del Mar Village so visitors can visit the Del Mar Racetrack or hit up nearby golf courses.
Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus:
August 8th to August 11th, with varying showtimes depending on date of attendance at the Valley View Casino Center, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA. Watch feats of strength and agility, and ‘ooh’ and ‘ahh’ at the courage of this famous circus’ performers. Don’t forget about the elephants, tigers and more that make Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey’s Circus so famous!
Where to Stay?
The Crowne Plaza San Diego is a mere 7 minutes away from the Valley View Casino Center, and offers a central location with affordable rates. With convenient access to the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, Old Town and other San Diego must-stop locations, a stay Crowne Plaza makes sure visitors won’t miss a thing.
Hillcrest’s City Fest Street Fair:
August 11th from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. at 5th Avenue and University Avenue, San Diego California. Take a provided shuttle from the San Diego School District Building into the heart of the Hillcrest Festival, where guests can find games, activities, live music, a beer garden, and over 250 vendors. The provided shuttle will run until 8 p.m., giving guests plenty of time to cover all of the fair grounds. Soak up the San Diego sun and have some fun with Hillcrest!
Where to Stay?
Located only 2 minutes by car, or a roughly 6 minute walk from the entrance to the fair grounds, the Hillcrest House Bed & Breakfast is more than ideal for a stay in San Diego. With an intimate slogan that states “May all who enter as guests, leave as friends,” guests won’t just have a hotel in San Diego – they’ll have a home.
US Sand Sculpting Challenge and 3D Art Exposition:
August 30th through September 2nd, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the ‘B’ Street Cruise Ship Terminal Pier, located off North Harbor Drive at the end of W Broadway in San Diego, CA. This event highlights a sand castle competition between 10 professional international masters, as well as displays from the west coast’s 3-dimensional art form masters with showings of glass, wood, pottery, leather, metal sculptures and more. Other included events are sand sculpture classes, rides, sand boxes for younger children, musicians and other entertainers.
Where to Stay?
The US Grant Hotel is located just down the street on W Broadway in Downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. With easy access to all of Gaslmap’s dining, shops and nightlife, the US Grant itself is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has earned multiple awards and a 4-star ranking from Forbes. Noted as one of the best hotels in San Diego, a stay will entail any modern convenience guests can think of wrapped in some old time charm.
This article was written by Erica Krilov. An East coast transplant, Erica fell in love with all that San Diego has to offer six years ago, but secretly thinks she should have moved here before even leaving the womb. When not writing, she spends her time hiking, biking and horseback riding.
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