Free Things To Do in San Diego : November 2009
November 11th, 2009
The RandomSanDiego.com Deal Finders wanted to remind you of a few free, family friendly events taking place in San Diego this month, November 2009:
Sunday, November 1, 2009:
Free Family Art Day – Oceanside Museum of Art – Paper Mache Calaveras Workshop
Free Organ Concert – Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park – Dr. Carol Williams, San Diego Civic Organist and Navy Band Southwest. http://www.sosorgan.com/
Art in the Park, Coronado – Enjoy distinctive art work by more than fifty top artists showcasing works in a wide variety of genres. http://www.coronadoartassn.com/
Bird Walk – Tijuana Estuary http://www.tijuanaestuary.org/
Doves and Desperados – Julian, CA – Enjoy historic comedy skits in the heart of Julian, between Cabbages & Kings and the Julian Market & Deli. http://www.julianca.com/
Monday, November 2, 2009:
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library La Jolla Mini-Concerts at Noon Series – Jaeryoung Lee Jazz Piano Trio http://www.ljathenaeum.org/
Tuesday, November 3, 2009:
Free Admission to the San Diego Botanic Garden (formerly Quail Botanical Gardens) in Encinitas http://www.sdbgarden.org/
Enjoy Free Admission to the following Balboa Park Museums (Free Admission is limited to San Diego City and County residents, Active Military and their families):
- Reuben H. Fleet Science Center
- Centro Cultural de la Raza
- Model Railroad Museum
- Natural History Museum
Wednesday, November 4, 2009:
Free Concert at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido - Brandon Yip – Brandon Yip fuses ethnic and classical styles to create a sampling of sounds from around the world. Yip has played guitar professionally for almost 25 years and attended master classes with the world’s greatest artists.
Free Admission to the Art Museum at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido
Saturday, November 7, 2009:
Free Admission to Select San Diego Museums
San Marcos Trails Day – Santa Barbara Street Trailhead, San Marcos – Step back in time and hike the rural trails of San Marcos. Special access to trails not usually open to the public will allow views of South Lake, Double Peak, and the surrounding Valley of Discovery. http://www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us/
Veteran’s Day Ceremony – Helen Bougher Park, San Marcos – The ceremony will include a color guard and raising of the American and POW flags. http://www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us/
Sunday, November 8, 2009:
Free Admission to Select San Diego Museums
Free Admission to the San Diego New Children’s Museum
Free Organ Concert – Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park – Dr. Carol Williams, San Diego Civic Organist. http://www.sosorgan.com/
Bird Walk – Tijuana Estuary http://www.tijuanaestuary.org/
Monday, November 9, 2009:
Athenaeum San Diego Mini-Concerts at Noon Series – Lyceum Theatre, Horton Plaza – Jaeryoung Lee, Jazz Piano Trio http://www.ljathenaeum.org/
Tuesday, November 10, 2009:
Enjoy Free Admission to the following Balboa Park Museums (Free Admission is limited to San Diego City and County residents, Active Military and their families):
- Museum of Photographic Arts
- Museum of San Diego History
- Veteran’s Museum and Memorial Center
Wednesday, November 11, 2009:
Veteran’s Day
Veteran’s Day Parade – Downtown San Diego – A celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. http://www.sdvetparade.org/
Saturday, November 14, 2009:
Turtles and Tortises (Wealth of Wildlife Series) – San Dieguito River Park, Escondido – Come out and learn about wildlife in our backyard and what these everyday critters do for us and for our environment. This event includes live presentations and is suitable for all ages. http://www.sdrp.org/
San Elijo Hills Holiday Boutique – San Elijo Rec Center – Arts and Crafts vendors, entertainment, food, carolling, free children’s craft area, “make and take” crafts and much more! http://www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us/
Water Smart Gardening Festival – The Water Conservation Garden, Cuyamaca College, El Cajon http://www.thegarden.org/
ArtWalk – Downtown Escondido http://www.downtownescondido.com/
Jazz on Grand – Escondido http://www.downtownescondido.com/
Nature Walk – Tijuana Estuary http://www.tijuanaestuary.org/
Old Town Harvest Celebration – Old Town Temecula – Head over to Temecula and enjoy music, games and farmers selling fresh fruit and veggies. http://www.cityoftemecula.org/
Sunday, November 15, 2009:
Free Organ Concert – Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park – Dr. Carol Williams, San Diego Civic Organist. http://www.sosorgan.com/
Art in the Park, Coronado – Enjoy distinctive art work by more than fifty top artists showcasing works in a wide variety of genres. http://www.coronadoartassn.com/
Bird Walk – Tijuana Estuary http://www.tijuanaestuary.org/
Monday, November 16, 2009:
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library La Jolla Mini-Concerts at Noon Series – Mary Barringer, Harpsichord http://www.ljathenaeum.org/
Tuesday, November 17, 2009:
Enjoy Free Admission to the following Balboa Park Museums (Free Admission is limited to San Diego City and County residents, Active Military and their families):
- San Diego Art Institute
- San Diego Museum of Art
- San Diego Museum of Man
- Japanese Friendship Garden
- Mingei International Museum
Friday, November 20, 2009:
Santee Holiday Lighting Celebration – Santee Trolley Square – Lighting Ceremony, fireworks, horse drawn carriage rides, live music and more! http://www.ci.santee.ca.us/
Saturday, November 21, 2009:
San Marcos Bike Tour – San Marcos Community Center – Tour San Marcos Parks and Trails by bike! http://www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us/
Old Town Harvest Celebration – Old Town Temecula – Head over to Temecula and enjoy music, games and farmers selling fresh fruit and veggies. http://www.cityoftemecula.org/
LED Holiday Light Exchange – The Water Conservation Garden, Cuyamaca College, El Cajon – Bring your incandescent bulbs and turn them in for energy efficient LED lights! Check website for details and conditions. http://www.thegarden.org/
Santa Parade and Tree Lighting – Otay Ranch Town Center, Chula Vista http://otayranchtowncenter.com/
Sunday, November 22, 2009:
Mother Goose Parade – El Cajon – Considered to be the largest parade in San Diego County and the largest of its type west of the Mississippi, the Mother Goose Parade is a San Diego tradition. http://www.mothergooseparade.org/
Fall Festival Street Fair – Downtown Encinitas – This festival, previously known as the Poinsettia Festival, is a ready made bazaar for holiday shoppers and weekend fun seekers. The festival will feature over 450 vendor booths showcasing various arts, crafts, gifts, food, live music and more. http://www.encinitas101.com/
Free Organ Concert – Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park – Dr. Carol Williams, San Diego Civic Organist. http://www.sosorgan.com/
Bird Walk – Tijuana Estuary http://www.tijuanaestuary.org/
Monday, November 23, 2009:
Athenaeum San Diego Mini-Concerts at Noon Series – Lyceum Theatre, Horton Plaza – Ian Tordella, Jazz Saxophone Trio http://www.ljathenaeum.org/
Tuesday, November 24, 2009:
Enjoy Free Admission to the following Balboa Park Museums (Free Admission is limited to San Diego City and County residents, Active Military and their families):
- San Diego Air and Space Museum
- San Diego Automotive Museum
- San Diego Hall of Champions
- House of Pacific Relations International Cottages
Thursday, November 26, 2009:
Thanksgiving Day
Oceanside Turkey Trot – Race starts at Oceanside Civic Center – Cheer on the runners in this 5K race, open to all ages. (Note: Spectators are free; a registration fee applies for participating in the race.) http://www.osideturkeytrot.com/
Friday, November 27, 2009:
Santa Arrives in Old Town Temecula – Santa arrives in a horse drawn carriage with Dickens Carolers and plenty of fun. http://www.cityoftemecula.org/
Saturday, November 28, 2009:
Surfing Santa At Seaport Village – Seaport Village, Downtown San Diego – Celebrate the holidays in true Southern California style with a surfing Santa (who arrives on a pirate ship!), rockin’ holiday music and live entertainment, an LED light exchange and a green holiday tree lighting. http://www.seaportvillage.com/
Nature Walk – Tijuana Estuary http://www.tijuanaestuary.org/
Newport Nights – Art, music, food and fun on Newport Avenue in Ocean Beach. http://www.newportnights.org/
Sunday, November 29, 2009:
Free Organ Concert – Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park – Dr. Carol Williams, San Diego Civic Organist. http://www.sosorgan.com/
Bird Walk – Tijuana Estuary http://www.tijuanaestuary.org/
Monday, November 30, 2009:
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library La Jolla Mini-Concerts at Noon Series – Sonia Olivas, Harp http://www.ljathenaeum.org/
Editor’s Note: Did we miss an event? Tell us about other free events (post a comment or email us) and we’ll add it to the list!
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