Jun. 16, Beer & Sake Festival – Dine on sumptuous appetizers from local restaurants while you taste a wide selection of tasty beers and sakes. There will also be art booths, a silent auction, a raffle, and exciting entertainment, including San Diego Taiko. Proceeds from the Festival support educational and community outreach programs. 21+ only. – Time: 7–10 pm – Location: Harrah’s Resort Southern California – 777 Harrah’s Rincon Way, Valley Center –www.japan-society.org/early-bird-special-on-sale-now
Jun. 16–18, San Diego International Beer Festival – Have a cold one with your friends! Hundreds of award-winning varieties of ale, cider, mead, and more will be available for tastings. Festival admission includes San Diego County Fair admission. – Time: Refer to website – Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar – www.sandiegobeerfestival.com
Jun. 24, OB Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off – Join more than 70,000 visitors for tasty nosh, art, beachfront entertainment, shopping, and more. The Chili Competition will feature tastings from amateur entrants competing for titles. Attendees of all ages can take part in creating the annual Street Fair Community Mural. This is a free event. – Time: 10 am–8 pm – Location: Newport Ave., Ocean Beach –www.oceanbeachsandiego.com/attractions/annual-events/ob-street-fair-chili-cook
Jun. 24–25, Scottish Highland Games and Gathering – Enjoy Scottish country and highland dancing, piping, drumming, athletics, and sheep dog trials during this celebration of Scottish culture. There will also be authentic Scottish food and drink. – Time: 9 am–5 pm – Location: Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista – www.sdhighlandgames.org
Jun. 24–25, Philippine Cultural Arts Festival – Celebrate Filipino culture at this family-friendly event! There will be live performances, traditional foods, and workshops in everything from the Tagalog language to Tinikling, the national dance of the Philippines. This is a free event. – Time: 11 am–5 pm – Location: Park Blvd. & Presidents Way, Balboa Park – www.samahanphilippinedance.com
Jun. 25, Taste of Adams Avenue – Go on an adventurous tasting tour of over 40 restaurants, coffee houses, pubs, wine bars, and unique eateries! Taste attendees can also explore the many distinctive shops along the Adams Avenue business corridor. – Time: 11 am–3 pm – Location: Adams Ave. from University Heights through Kensington – www.adamsavenuebusiness.com/event-info/taste-of-adams-avenue
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