Festivals of the Month

LA MESA JUNETEENTH AND FRIENDS JUBILEE SUNDAY JUNE 16 FROM NOON TO FOUR AT MACARTHUR PARK

Updated 6/14 with more information from organizers
 
By Jonathan Goetz and Henri Migala
 
Photos courtesy: La Mesa Juneteenth & Henri Migala
 
June 13, 2024 (La Mesa) -- The third annual La Mesa Juneteenth and Friends celebration is being held this Sunday, June 16 at MacArthur Park, 4975 Memorial Drive in La Mesa. The La Mesa Juneteenth and Friends celebration is a grassroots community effort that brings the rich heritage, culture, and fun of a Juneteenth Jubilee to La Mesa, East County and the wider San Diego region. 

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JULY 4TH FIREWORKS AND FESTIVITIES IN EAST COUNTY

By Jonathan Goetz

June 17, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) – In celebration of Independence Day on July 4, there are many Fourth of July festivities in San Diego's East County to choose from including the Lake Murray Fireworks and Music Fest, El Cajon’s fireworks and family fun activities, a family picnic and fireworks in Ramona, Santee Salutes with carnival games, music and fireworks, parades in Julian, Deerhorn Valley and Crest, Poway’s old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration complete with vintage train rides and more.

Here's the lineup of fun-filled, family-friendly July 4th activities here in East County.


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A RENAISSANCE EXPERIENCE IN SANTEE JUNE 15

June 4, 2024 (Santee) -- Step back in time at the Santee Renaissance Experience on June 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event, held at 9000 Edgemoor Drive in Santee, will feature real Medieval style battles, multiple guilds to entertain and educate you, plus pirates, fairies, mermaids and a Madrigal choir.

You can also try your hand at archery, shop for crafts and wares, enjoy exotic food vendors and a beer garden.


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RUTH STERLING TO SERVE AS GRAND MARSHAL AT LA MESA FLAG DAY PARADE JUNE 8

 

East County News Service

June 3, 2024 (La Mesa) – La Mesa salutes Old Glory at the annual Flag Day Parade this Saturday. The parade starts at 10 a.m. and travels west through the La Mesa Village, along La Mesa Blvd. Former City Councilwoman Ruth Sterling will serve as Grand Marshal of the parade.

"Ruth's tireless dedication, from spearheading the parade's committee to establishing the Flag Day Parade endowment, exemplifies the essence of our celebration," the city's press release states.

Free ice cream will be provided by the La Mesa Community Relations and Veterans Commission at the Lookout in Legacy Park at the corner of La Mesa Blvd, 4th St. and Allison Ave.


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VIEW THE COSMOS AT A STAR PARTY IN JULIAN ON JUNE 8

East County News Service

June 3, 2024 (Julian) – The Julian Dark Sky Network invites you to a star party this Saturday, June 8 starting at 8 p.m. at the Desert View Park/Inspiration Point (423 Inspiration Point Rd., Julian, two miles south of  Julian off Highway 79).  Bring binoculars and cameras, or use telescopes provided for people of all ages to view the cosmos,including deep nebulae, star clusters in the Milky Way, and a crescent moon.

Be sure to dress warm for this event, which is free to the public.


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HOT SUMMER FUN: CHILI COOKOFF JUNE 29 WITH LEMON GROVE LIONS CLUB TO FUND GRAFFITI CLEAN-UP

East County News Service
 
May 26, 2024 (Lemon Grove) -- Are you a fan of cooking or eating delicious chili? If so, you’ll savor the Chili Cook-Off event hosted by the Lemon Grove Lions Club and Lemon Grove Forward Club on Saturday, June 29 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will feature a chili tasting contest, where you get to help pick the best chili in Lemon Grove, music, cash bar, raffle and silent auction.
 
If you're confident in your chili-making skills, now's the perfect opportunity to showcase them by participating in the contest. For those who simply love savoring tasty chili, there will be plenty available for sampling! 

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COUNTY’S FREE SUMMER MOVIES IN THE PARK SEASON STARTS FRIDAY AT WATERFRONT PARK; MANY SHOWINGS IN EAST COUNTY

East County News Service

May 21, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) -- The County of San Diego’s free “2024 Summer Movies in the Park” season starts at 6 p.m., Friday, May 24 with an event and sunset showing of the Oscar-winning blockbuster “Barbie” at the Waterfront Park downtown.  The full season includes more than 100 movies at dozens of parks countywide, including many in East County.

To celebrate the opening, there will be a variety of features and free fun for kids and families, including music, games, bounce houses, themed crafts, and other free activities. Although the movie starts at dusk, about 15 minutes past sunset, a host of free activities are expected to begin at 6 p.m. Make sure to bring a chair and blankets to cozy up for a night under the stars.

The first  East County showing will be on June 8, with “The Little Mermaid” 8 at Sweetwater Place Park Spring Valley and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” at Dos Picos County Park in Ramona.

East County and inland San Diego locations for future movies now through August include Campo, El Cajon, Escondido, Flinn Springs, Julian, La Mesa, Lakeside, Lemon Grove, Pine Valley, Potrero, Poway, Ramona, Rancho Bernardo, Rolando, San Carlos, Skyline, and Spring Valley.


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LA MESA CLASSIC CAR SHOW & LIVE MUSIC EVENT CELEBRATES 30 YEARS IN DOWNTOWN LA MESA THIS SUMMER

Source: The La Mesa Village Association
 
Photos courtesy: CeCe Canton Photography
 
May 19, 2024 (La Mesa) -- The 30th Annual La Mesa Classic Car Show & Music Event kicks off Thursday, June 6th, 2024, from 5 – 8 p.m. in the heart of downtown La Mesa. This beloved summer tradition features a variety of classic cars, trucks and vans for the community to admire along La Mesa Blvd as well as live bands and a DJ every week (except June 13th and July 4th – no car show). To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Classic Car Show, we will have commemorative 30th anniversary hats, plus three theme nights throughout the summer, including:

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HERITAGE OF AMERICAS MUSEUM HOSTS MAY 18 NATIVE HISTORY EVENT AND SNAKE TALK

Source: Heritage of the Americas Museum
 
May 13, 2024 (Rancho San Diego) -- The Heritage of the Americas Museum is having 2 events on Saturday, May 18th:

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WILD IN THE COUNTRY MAY 18 AT LIONS, TIGERS AND BEARS

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May 9, 2024 (Alpine) --  Lions, Tigers and Bears, an exotic animal sanctuary in Alpine, invites you to “Wild in the Country” on May 18.

The sanctuary’s biggest annual fundraiser features live and silent auctions, a luncheon, live entertainment, and opportunities to view the big cats and other rescued animals.

Wild in the Country's live auction will be run by celebrity auctioneer and star of Storage Hunters, Sean Kelly.


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SANTEE STREET FAIR AND CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL SATURDAY MAY 25

East County News Service
 
 
May 7, 2024 (Santee) -- The 14th annual Santee Street Fair is a huge one-day block party the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. Hosted by the Santee Chamber, this free-to-the-public event has fun for the whole family, both children, and adults.
 
Saturday, May 25, 2024
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Riverview Parkway and Town Center Parkway


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JOIN US MAY 8 FOR A FESTIVE FEAST! EAST COUNTY DINING CLUB AT LEMON GROVE BISTRO

RSVP to reserve space: Only a few seats are left!

You’re  invited to our next East County Dining Club event! This event benefits East County Magazine and our East County Wildfire & Emergency alerts. Everyone is welcome to attend our event at this popular new eatery founded by chefs with international experience!

When: Wednesday, May 8 at 6:30 p.m.

Where:  Lemon Grove Bistro & Beer Garden, 3308 Main St., Lemon Grove

 RSVP to editor@eastcountymagazine.org or call (619) 698-7617; include your name and the number in our party.

What:  The menu features European and American cuisine, including many delicious dishes such as Spanish paella, Scottish salmon, French-inspired Beef Bourguignon, Greek lemon chicken, pastas, fish, chicken, meatloaf, soups, fisherman’s stew, burger, and vegetarian options such as Cauliflower steak with Chimichurri, a variety of salads, spinach/cheese ravioli, and portabello steak. Plus savor wonderful desserts, beers and wine vintages.

Win prizes!  Our event includes an amazing raffle with many prizes and gift certificates galore donated by local businesses: 


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DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: MOTHER’S DAY EVENTS, HISTORICAL HAPPENINGS, FOOD AND WINE FESTS AND MORE

By Miriam Raftery

May 3, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) -- Late springtime in East County is blossoming with unique events including Campo Days, Santee's Street Fair and Craft Beer Festival, an artists’ reception at Olaf Wieghorst Museumi n ElCajon,  a lilac festival in Julian, Vintage Alpine, Mother’s Day teas, La Mesa’s Art in the Park, Gifts from the Garden, a Taste of Ramona, El Cajon concerts in the park, Wild in the Country at Lions, Tigers and Bears in Alpine, and the Santee Street Fair & Craft Beer Festival.

For a full list of festive fun events, scroll down.




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LA MESA SUNRISE ROTARY CLUB HOLDS FUNDRAISER BOWLING EVENT MAY 10 AT PARKWAY BOWL

East County News Service
 
April 28, 2024 (La Mesa) — La Mesa Sunrise Rotary Club invites you to their FUNdraiser bowling event on Friday, May 10 from 5:30 to 8:45 p.m. at Parkway Bowl, 1280 Fletcher Parkway in El Cajon.  

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CELEBRATE WESTERN HERITAGE IN LAKESIDE THIS WEEKEND WITH RODEO AND PARADE

By Miriam Raftery

April 25, 2024 (Lakeside)—The Lakeside Rodeo April 25-28 features events such as bronco and bull riding, barrel racing and more.

Plus Lakeside’s Western Days Parade rolls out on Saturday, April 27 starting at 9:35 am.


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DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: LATE APRIL AND MERRY MAY EVENTS

By Miriam Raftery

 

April 24, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) -- Late springtime in East County is blossoming with unique events including a lilac festival in Julian, Lakeside’s Rodeo and Western Days Parade, concerts starring Neil Young and Tanya Tucker, Sweet Pea Day at Summers Past Farms, a Spring Festival at Cuyamaca College, Vintage Alpine, Mother’s Day teas, a Taste of Ramona, and Wild in the Country at Lions, Tigers and Bears in Alpine.


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SIPS AND SAMPLES TO SAVOR AT VINTAGE ALPINE MAY 5

East County News Service
 
April 24, 2024 (Alpine) -- The 37th annual Vintage Alpine, a wine and food experience in the country, will be held on May 5 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Summers Past Farms, 15602 Olde Hwy 80 in Flinn Springs. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Alpine, this event traditionally offers tastes from over 40 local wineries, as well as samples of foods from local restaurants and sips from local breweries.

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LILAC FESTIVAL APRIL 20-MAY 12 AT FORT CROSS IN JULIAN OFFERS FRAGRANT BLOOMS AND PLENTY OF FUN

East County News Service
 
April 12, 2024 (Julian) -- Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures, invites you to their 9th annual Lilac Festival event on Saturdays and Sundays starting April 20 and will go on through Mother’s Day Weekend, May 12, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
 
The outdoor educational farm that specializes in living history field trips, is also home to five acres of beautifully fragrant lilacs near the town of Julian.
 
Fort Cross is the largest lilac farm in Southern California that sells fresh-cut bouquets directly to the public, and will have different lilac varieties available for purchase 7 days a week as soon as the flowers are in bloom.

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SPRING FESTIVAL AT CUYAMACA COLLEGE MAY 4

East County News Service
 
April 12, 2024 (Rancho San Diego, CA) — Cuyamaca College invites you to celebrate the season at its Spring Festival on Saturday, May 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s event is hosted by the Ornamental Horticultural Dept. and Heritage of the Americas Museum.

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ALL-INCLUSIVE DAY OF PLAY THIS SATURDAY: STARRY NIGHT CINEMA & RESOURCE FAIR

Experience inclusive fun with amazing activity stations, resources and a starlit movie screening—celebrate community for all. Free event!
 
East County News Service
 
April 11, 2024 (San Diego) -- Picture this! As the afternoon is in full swing, families gather at The Salvation Army Kroc Center Field for an unforgettable inclusive experience.
 
Kids of all abilities explore captivating activity stations, including the out-of-this-world Light Saber Creation Station, underwater Nemo Sensory Tent, enchanting Olaf Snowball Toss, a magical Wizarding World and more. Parents are able to connect with helpful resource services and providers, gaining valuable insights and family support.

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DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: AWE-INSPIRING APRIL EVENTS

 
 
By Miriam Raftery
 
 
April 7, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) -- Late April brings some awesome events to East County, including  Daffodil Days in Julian, a stargazing party at Mission Trails, a solar eclipse party in Julian, the opening of the Cajon Classic Cruises season, Ramona’s open studios art tour, Latino musical headliners at Viejas Concerts in the Park, Heritage of the Americas Museum’s spring art show, stand-up comedian Kevin Hart at the Magnolia, Lakeside’s rodeo and Western Days parade, and a Neil Young concert at SDSU.

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EL CAJON HOSTS AMERICA ON MAIN STREET FESTIVAL MAY 18

East County News Service
 
April 4, 2024 (El Cajon) — The city of El Cajon hosts “America on Main Street” on Saturday, May 18. This event  is a celebration of the American spirit through appreciation and respect of the many diverse ethnic and historical groups in the community. 
 
Highlights include multiple stages of live entertainment, American and ethnic food booths, rides, arts, crafts and display booths, a petting zoo, bounce houses and more!

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OPEN RANCH AT HAZARD ALPACAS

East County News Service
 
April 4, 2024 (Jamul) -- Celebrate Springtime by visiting the alpacas. Open Ranch at Hazard Alpacas is Saturday and Sunday April 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 20781 Deerhorn Valley Road in Jamul, CA 91935.
 
Alpacas resemble llamas, but they are smaller in size. Alpacas were domesticated by the Andean people around 6,000 years ago. These animals served various purposes for their human companions, including providing wool, food, and fuel. Alpacas are part of a group called ungulates, which includes other hooved mammals like sheep and giraffes.

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REVOLUTIONARY WAR REENACTMENT APRIL 20 & 21

East County News Service
 
March 29, 2024 (Julian) -- Julian Farm and Orchard is proud to commemorate the 249th anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord, which marked the beginning of the American War of Independence, with the return of their annual Revolution in the Orchard re-enactment event. Hosted on their 25 acre sustainable farm, come interact with soldiers, merchants and townspeople of colonial America!
 
April 20 & 21
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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SOLAR ECLIPSE VIEWING PARTY

East County News Service
 
March 28, 2024 (Julian) -- Julian Dark Sky Network and Julian Library present a Solar Eclipse Viewing Party Monday, April 8 starting at 10 a.m. at the Julian Library at 1850 CA-78, Julian, CA 92036.
 
This event is free, including eclipse viewing glasses! View the last solar eclipse visible in North America until 2045. It's a major event to watch and experience!

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EASTER BRUNCH AND EGG HUNT MARCH 30 IN EL CAJON

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March 23, 2024 (El Cajon) – The German American Societies invites you to an Easter brunch followed by an egg hunt with hundreds of colorful eggs for children to find. This event will be held at the group’s headquarters at 1017 S. Mollison Ave. in El Cajon on Saturday, March 30 2024.
 
Brunch will be served from 9 to 11 a.m., with the egg hunt from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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MISSION TRAILS REGIONAL PARK COMMUNITY NIGHT SLATED FOR THURSDAY, APRIL 4

East County News Service
 
Photo: Bob Gordon and Huxley the Hawk
 
March 21, 2024 (San Diego) -- On Thursday, April 4, from 6 to 8 p.m., the nonprofit Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP) Foundation will welcome a range of park user groups for a free community night at the park. The event will include user group tables, games, light refreshments, and opportunities to learn how members of the public can experience Mission Trails in new ways. Entry is free and open to the public, and attendees will have the opportunity to win Mission Trails merchandise. While the event is free, registration is required through the Mission Trails website: www.mtrp.org

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CHILI COOK-OFF FUNDRAISER IN LEMON GROVE

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March 19, 2024 (Lemon Grove) -- Are you a fan of cooking or eating delicious chili? Then this announcement is for you! Join the Lemon Grove Lions Club and Lemon Grove Forward Club for a Chili Cook-Off event. If you're confident in your chili-making skills, this is your opportunity to showcase them by participating in their contest. For those who simply love savoring tasty chili, there will be plenty available for sampling! 
 
Join the fun event Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., at St. John of the Cross Parish Hall, located at 8086 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945. All proceeds will go toward Lemon Grove Charities. The fun event will feature a chili tasting contest, where you get to help pick the best chili in Lemon Grove, music, cash bar, a raffle and silent auction.

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DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: EASTER EVENTS, WILDFLOWER WALKS AND MORE SPECIAL SPRING HAPPENINGS

By Miriam Raftery
 
March 17, 2024 (San Diego’s East County) – It’s a beautiful season to get outside and enjoy beautiful East County. This week’s Destination East County includes desert wildflower walks, Easter egg hunts in El Cajon and at Lake Jennings, Daffodil Days in Julian, a star party at Mission Trails, La Mesa’s Earth Day Fair, Cajon Classic Cruises, the Ramona Open Studios art tour, and a Lyle Lovett concert at the Magnolia. 

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EARTH DAY 2024 FAIR IN LA MESA

By Jonathan Goetz
 
March 16, 2024 (La Mesa) -- The City of La Mesa is inviting residents, visitors, sponsors and vendors to join its family-friendly Earth Day Fair on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at MacArthur Park, 4900 Memorial Drive, La Mesa CA 91942. The festival is a celebration of the city’s commitment to environmental stewardship and a showcase of local businesses that offer eco-friendly products and services.


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