Listeners, San Diego is bursting with excitement this week and you will not want to miss these standout events happening across the city and beyond. Today, November 2, head straight to Old Town for the grand finale of San Diego’s Día de los Muertos celebration. Wander among more than 40 handcrafted altars, watch Coco under the stars, join the colorful candlelit procession, and enter their legendary Catrina costume contest. There’s family-friendly art all day and a vibrant street market, all made possible by the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park.

Food lovers and families should check out the Carlsbad Village Street Faire today in Downtown Carlsbad Village, where you’ll discover 900 vendor booths, globally inspired eats, and live music throughout the day. Pacific Keys Realty says it’s a massive community event perfect for shoppers and families wanting a festive atmosphere. The Sinclair is hosting its own lively Día de los Muertos festival featuring Banda, Mariachi, Bachata, and Salsa, plus tequila and beer tastings, for those who want a nighttime celebration.

Looking ahead, the city gears up for San Diego Food and Wine Festival November 7 through 9 at Embarcadero Marina Park North—this is your chance to taste gourmet dishes and craft cocktails from award-winning chefs while soaking up beautiful bay views. Saturday, November 8 also hosts the Capital of Craft Beer Fest at San Diego Harley-Davidson, boasting dozens of local brews and delicious snacks in a laid-back setting. If you’re feeling artsy, Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve offers a Pumpkin Tote Bag Paint and Sip, so you can unleash creativity with a festive twist.

Sports fans get their moment November 9 with the new Fleet Week San Diego 5K at Ruocco Park. According to GoVisitSanDiego, runners enjoy scenic harbor views along the Embarcadero, exclusive swag, and post-race refreshments, all while paying tribute to military heroes. Barnes Tennis Center welcomes the USA Pickleball National Championships from November 15 to 23 for nine days of competitive action as the country’s best players descend on San Diego.

Theatre and music lovers should mark their calendars for Moana in Concert at Balboa Theatre November 14, World Ballet Company’s Cinderella November 14 at the Civic Theatre, and Broadway legend Lea Salonga November 15 at the Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. To top it all off, WWE Live storms into town November 29, promising an adrenaline rush for fans.

For listeners wanting more cultural thrills, Balboa Park keeps its Sunday tradition with free organ concerts, and the San Diego Made Holiday Market on November 15 at NTC Park gives everyone the chance to shop local and discover creative handmade treasures.

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