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Last Day at the Del Mar Racetrack

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Today is the last day at the races my friends, we are sad to have this racing season come to an end.  If you planned on going but never made it you are in luck because today is also FREE & EASY WEDNESDAY, you will receive FREE Stretch Run Admission, FREE Program and FREE Seat along with HALF PRICE Beer (domestic drafts), Regular Sodas and Regular Hot Dogs at Stretch Run Concession Stands.  Yes, I did say HALF OFF BEER!

You must be a Diamond Club member (membership is FREE) and scan your membership card at designated Admission Gates and Concession stands. Sign up for a free membership card at the Diamond Club booth before you enter the Stretch Run Admission gates.

After the races there is a free concert  in the Paddock by Super Diamond at 7pm.  For $25 you can purchase tickets to One Last Taste At The Track which includes Admission to the Racetrack, Seating in the Seaside Tropical Cabana, and Tastes from over 15 of Del Mar’s Finest Restaurants.

Gates open at noon, have fun and good luck!

Fun things to do Aug 26-28 in San Diego

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Friday, August 26

Oceanside Concerts in the Park, at Rancho Del Oro Park.  The event is from 5:30-8 and is sponsored by the City of Oceanside Parks & Recreation Dept.  The band featured is Surfin’ Safari a Beach Boys Tribute band, get there early to get a great spot.  Don’t forget a blanket, and low back chairs, for more information click here or call (760) 435-5041.

Elaine Swann Lifestyle & Etiquette Expert, book signing and reading event at E Street Cafe in Encinitas starts at 4 p.m.  Elaine uses her extensive knowledge of the etiquette trade to educate young girls, various organizations, universities and individuals throughout the US.  There will also be a special musical appearance by Chris Swann, for more information e mail to events@elaineswann.com or by calling (760) 754-9891.

Film Festival at Leo Carrillo Ranch Park in Carlsbad.  The movies are rare historic films from the Golden Age of Hollywood, featuring Leo Carrillo at the star’s ranch retreat.  Bring low back chairs and blankets, available for purchase are popcorn, candy, ice cream and soda.  The movies start at 6 p.m., and the movies playing for the next few weeks are: August 26: What’s Cookin? September 2: Larceny with Music, September 9: 52nd Street, September 16: Blockade, September 23: Frontier Badmen.  For more information click here.

Saturday, August 27

Beach Blanket Movie Night at Fletcher Cove in Solana Beach.  Pack a picnic, bring low back chairs and a blanket and enjoy this free family event.  This is the 7th annual Beach Blanket Movie Night and there are tons of prizes this year!  Prizes vary from a new wetsuit to $100 to Cardiff Seaside Market, the event is from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.  For more information on this event click here.

Sunday, August 28

Leucaida Art Walk on the 101.  The event features one mile of talent on HWY 101 between Marcheta and W. Glaucus Streets.  This is a great free family event with live music, children’s art activities, wine & beer garden (not free) and a lot of local artists work.  There is a free shuttle from the Coaster Station and the Encinitas Civic Center both on Vulcan at D Street.  For more information click here.

 

Fun things to do in San Diego Aug 19-21

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Friday, August 19

TGIF Jazz in the Park Carlsbad, at Calavera Hills Park.  Sad to say but this is the last event for the summer for Carlsbad Jazz in the park.  We love going to the Carlsbad concerts in the park, it is a great family event and best of all it is free!  Pack a picnic basket, bring your low back beach chairs and a blanket and enjoy!  Monette Marino-Keita is playing and they will be playing from 6-8, for more information on this event click here.

Saturday, August 20

Back-To-School Bash at Vista Palomar Park from 12-3.  Stop by this free event for exciting games, face painting, goodie bags, and free food!  There will also be a treasure hunt that you will not want to miss!  For more information on this event click here.

Sunday, August 21

World Bodysurfing Contest, at Oceanside Pier.  The 35th annual World Bodysurfing Championship finals are on Sunday at the Oceanside Pier, the heats last 15 minutes with 2 surfers out at a time.  Come out to the beach and enjoy this free event.  For more information on this event click here.

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Fun things to do this Weekend August 12-14

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Friday, August 12

TGIF Jazz in the Park Carlsbad, at Calavera Hills Park.  We love going to the Carlsbad concerts in the park, it is a great family event and best of all it is free!  Pack a picnic basket, bring your low back beach chairs and a blanket and enjoy!  John Nemeth is a blues band and they will be playing from 6-8, for more information on this event click here.

Saturday, August 13

Fiesta del Sol San Diego in Eastlake.  This is a free two-day street festival celebrating the history, diverse cultures, and engagement of the people of San Diego. It is a fun, family friendly, alcohol and tobacco free event with 25 interactive activities for kids and families and live music.  Fiesta del Sol is Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., for more information click here.

Back-To-School Bash at Vista Palomar Park from 12-3.  Stop by this free event for exciting games, face painting, goodie bags, and free food!  There will also be a treasure hunt that you will not want to miss!  For more information on this event click here.

Dog Days of Summer in Cardiff, bring your dogs and the kids to this great family event.  This day-long event involves over 150 vendors, dog contests, live music, food, an agility course, a doggie photo booth, doggie crafts, a silent auction and large ticket item raffle.  For more information click here.

Sunday, August 14

The New Children’s Museum in San Diego, free admission for the entire family on the second Sunday of the month.  Special activities and performances available throughout the day!  Included this month is a special Book Reading by Maggie Stout author of “Saturday’s at Grandma’s House”  For more information click here.

Art in the Village in Carlsbad on State Street and Grand Avenue.  This is the 13th year of Art in the Village and it seems to get bigger every year, they are expecting close to 20,000 visitors this year.  The event is from 9 am to 5 pm, with over 100 local and regional artists.  This is a great family event with food, music and amazing art, for more information on this event click here. 

$10 off at Buca di Beppo

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Wednesday’s Free at Del Mar Race Track

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Want to go to the races this year but don’t want to break the bank?  Go to the track on Wednesday because every Wednesday is FREE & EASY WEDNESDAY, you will receive FREE Stretch Run Admission, FREE Program and FREE Seat along with HALF PRICE Beer (domestic drafts), Regular Sodas and Regular Hot Dogs at Stretch Run Concession Stands.  Yes, you read that right HALF OFF BEER!

You must be a Diamond Club member (membership is FREE) and scan your membership card at designated Admission Gates and Concession stands. Sign up for a free membership card at the Diamond Club booth before you enter the Stretch Run Admission gates.  After you have a Diamond Club membership you will get half off on admission any day of the week.

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