San Diego Summers: Festivals and More
Summer is the perfect time to explore some of the unique cultural advantages a big city like San Diego offers. In addition to enjoying the area activities and attractions, these summer festivals are a great reason to plan a visit to San Diego.
The Annual Scottish Highland Games is a festive event that will entertain visitors of all ages whether they claim Scottish heritage or not. You will be able to watch thrilling displays of human skill, ability, and strength as the game participants show their stuff in competition. In addition to the athletic displays, the festival includes musical features and concerts, sheepdog trials, traditional Highlands dancing, and a piping and drumming competition. Grab your plaid and join thousands of visitors and participants at this annual festival in San Diego. The Scottish Highland Games takes place June 27-28 at Brengle Terrace Park.
For visitors interested in art, the La Jolla Festival of the Arts at the University of California is a perfect event for you. Happening June 20-21, this weekend event is an annual event that draws over 15,000 guests. Past festivals have featured over 200 artists featuring their paintings, sculptures, photographs, and more. Looking at all of this art will make you hungry, and you can sample the offerings of any of the many food vendors at the festival. Live entertainment is also a feature at this weekend festival. Whatever your taste, you will be sure to enjoy this weekend celebrating the San Diego art scene.
A perfect addition to your visit to San Diego when you come for these festivals is the Go San Diego Card. You’ll be able to explore even more of the history and culture of San Diego. This card is your all-access pass to San Diego’s most popular attractions including the world-famous zoo, the Birch Aquarium, the Japanese Friendship Garden, San Diego Museum of Art, and many other museums and attractions. City tours are also included in this card. You can buy a card for a day or for the whole weekend and explore San Diego at your leisure.
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It sounds like there are plenty of events in San Diego that would be a lot of fun. Plus, what could be better than spending a few days in one of the most beautiful cities in the U.S.?
I would absolutely love to visit San Diego! I hear it is beautiful.
I really enjoy San Diego, didn’t know about these festivals though, but they sound like a lot of fun.
The Scottish Games sound pretty cool!..I really like San Diego..the weather is perfect!
Scottish games are the awesomest ever. They are sooooo fun to watch
This is the best city ever! ; )