Maybe the leaves don't change color and the sun is still shining bright, but we still enjoy celebrating Fall in SD! Along with pumpkin patches and Oktoberfests, lots of food festivals take place during October and November. With such a booming food and beer scene, it’s hard not to become a foodie living in San Diego. Below are some food festivals on the menu this Fall!
1. SD Mac n Cheese Fest
Image: @panerabread Mac n Cheese Bread Bowl via @sdmacncheesefest
When: October 27th
11am - 2pm
Where: Waterfront Park
1600 Pacific Highway,
San Diego, CA 92101
Price: GA $40
Website: http://www.sandiegomacncheese.com/
Two words: unlimited samples. Yes that includes mac n cheese AND beer.
2. Guild Fest: The Official Kick-off Festival for San Diego Beer Week
Image: #SDBW via @sdbrewers
When: Nov 3rd
11:30am-5pm
Where: Embarcadero Marina Park South
200 Marina Park Way
San Diego, CA
Price: $50
Website: https://www.sdbeer.com/sdbw/guild-fest
100+ beers to sample at this event creates a simple equation,
Hoppiness = Happiness
3. Day Trip to Julian for Apple Pie Eating & Apple Cider Sipping
Image: Freshly made apple pie via @julianpiecompany
Where: Julian, CA
When: October-December
Website: https://visitjulian.com/
Located an hour east of San Diego, Julian is a cozy, historic town, perfect for a day trip. Home to fresh apples and therefore apple pie and cider, Julian is a delicious place to visit this Fall!
4. Barks & Brews Oktoberfest
Image: Barks & Brews Facebook Event Page
When: Saturday, October 20th
12-5pm
Where: Spanish Landing Park East
3900 N Harbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92101
Price: $20-45
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/312840659479161/
Hosted by your very own! What’s better than beer and dogs? Nothing. So head to Spanish Landing with your furry friend for the best Saturday you’ve had in awhile.
5. San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival
Image: #TacoTuesday vibes via @sdbayfest
When: Saturday & Sunday, November 17-18
12-3pm
Where:
Saturday
Embarcadero Marina Park North
400 Kettner Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92101
Sunday
South Promenade at Liberty Station
2850 Roosevelt Road
San Diego, CA 92106
Price: $120-165 + tax
Website: https://www.sandiegowineclassic.com/
Let’s just say it’s the biggest foodie party of the season! Wine and dine with fellow food connoisseurs all weekend long :)