Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
(
www.sdfair.com
; Del Mar Fairgrounds; early Jun-early Jul)
Well over a million people watch headline acts, enjoy hundreds of carnival rides and
shows, and pig out on 'fair fare' (plus some healthier options).
July
Opening Day at Del Mar Racetrack
SPORTING EVENT
(
www.dmtc.com
; mid-late Jul)
Outrageous hats, cocktails and general merriment kicks off the horseracing season, 'where
the turf meets the surf'. Racing through early September.
San Diego LGBT Pride
COMMUNITY FESTIVAL
(
www.sdpride.org
; late Jul)
The city's gay community celebrates in Hillcrest and Balboa Park at the month's end, with
parades, parties, performances, art shows and more.
Comic-Con International
CONVENTION
(
www.comic-con.org
;
San Diego Convention Center; late Jul)
America's largest event for collectors of comic, pop culture and movie memorabilia has
gone from geek chic to trendmaker.
September
Fleet Week
MILITARY
(
www.fleetweeksandiego.org
; mid-Sep-early Oct)
Actually more like 'Fleet Month.' The US military shows its pride at events such as a sea
and air parade, special tours of ships, the Miramar Air Show (the world's largest) and the
Coronado Speed Festival featuring vintage cars.
October
Little Italy Festa
FOOD, CULTURE
