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Your Week: Boots by the Bay, Julian Grape Stomp, House of Pacific Relations, Greek Festival, surf dogs
Events August 4-7, 2025
Thursday | 4
Boots By The Bay: Singer Songwriter Concert
Join Ben Williams, Beau Bailey, Summer Overstreet, Carson Wallace, Meghan Patrick, KK Johnson, Cole Miracle, and Will Weatherly as they perform country music. These artists have penned chart-topping hits for stars like Kenny Chesney, Blake Shelton, and Dierks Bentley— now, they’re taking the stage themselves. As the sun sets, the stories behind the songs come to life in an intimate, bayside setting.
When: Thursday, September 4, 6 pm to 9 pm
Where: Mission Bay Resort, 1775 East Mission Bay, Mission Beach. missionbayresort.com
Saturday | 6
Check out Julian wineries offering sips to sample, food and shopping opportunities, music, and dancing. The event features the old-world tradition of kicking off your shoes, rolling up your pant legs, and letting tons of grapes squish beneath your feet. Regular admission includes wine glass and one stomping, and entertainment. Full glass pours and bottles available for purchase. The festa will include shaded seating areas.
When: Saturday, September 6, 11 am to 5 pm
Where: Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian Orchards Drive, Julian. visitjulian.com
House of Pacific Relations Celebration
Celebrate 90 years of International Cottages sharing culture from around the world. Take a stroll around the park for food, entertainment, a flag parade. an Organ Pavilion program, as well as cultural exhibits and dance performances from countries around the world.
When: Saturday, September 6, and Sunday, September 7, 11 am to 5 pm
Where: International Village. 2125 Pan American Place, Balboa Park. sdhpr.org
Sunday | 7
Enjoy gyros, souvlaki, spanakopita, dolmas, feta fries and baklava. Check out the live Greek music and dancing, wine tasting, marketplace, kids fun zone, and church tours. There will be a chance to win $20,000 in a cash drawing.
When: Saturday, September 6, Sunday, September 7, 11 am to 9 pm
Where: Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 3459 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff by the Sea. cardiffgreekfestival.com
Dogs, sometimes with their owners, participate in surfing heats and are judged on their abilities and confidence. The freestyle surf contest will be a creative contest where dogs can surf, perform tricks, and wear costumes. This year’s theme is “The Golden State,” and participants are encouraged to dress their dogs in California-themed costumes. Interactive booths and vendors will be on-site. You can attend as a spectator at no cost.
When: Sunday, September 7, 8 am
Where: Dog Beach Del Mar, 3200 Camino del Mar, Del Mar. animalcenter.org
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Your Week: Boots by the Bay, Julian Grape Stomp, House of Pacific Relations, Greek Festival, surf dogs
Events August 4-7, 2025
Your Week: Boots by the Bay, Julian Grape Stomp, House of Pacific Relations, Greek Festival, surf dogs
Events August 4-7, 2025
Thursday | 4
Boots By The Bay: Singer Songwriter Concert
Join Ben Williams, Beau Bailey, Summer Overstreet, Carson Wallace, Meghan Patrick, KK Johnson, Cole Miracle, and Will Weatherly as they perform country music. These artists have penned chart-topping hits for stars like Kenny Chesney, Blake Shelton, and Dierks Bentley— now, they’re taking the stage themselves. As the sun sets, the stories behind the songs come to life in an intimate, bayside setting.
When: Thursday, September 4, 6 pm to 9 pm
Where: Mission Bay Resort, 1775 East Mission Bay, Mission Beach. missionbayresort.com
Saturday | 6
Check out Julian wineries offering sips to sample, food and shopping opportunities, music, and dancing. The event features the old-world tradition of kicking off your shoes, rolling up your pant legs, and letting tons of grapes squish beneath your feet. Regular admission includes wine glass and one stomping, and entertainment. Full glass pours and bottles available for purchase. The festa will include shaded seating areas.
When: Saturday, September 6, 11 am to 5 pm
Where: Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian Orchards Drive, Julian. visitjulian.com
House of Pacific Relations Celebration
Celebrate 90 years of International Cottages sharing culture from around the world. Take a stroll around the park for food, entertainment, a flag parade. an Organ Pavilion program, as well as cultural exhibits and dance performances from countries around the world.
When: Saturday, September 6, and Sunday, September 7, 11 am to 5 pm
Where: International Village. 2125 Pan American Place, Balboa Park. sdhpr.org
Sunday | 7
Enjoy gyros, souvlaki, spanakopita, dolmas, feta fries and baklava. Check out the live Greek music and dancing, wine tasting, marketplace, kids fun zone, and church tours. There will be a chance to win $20,000 in a cash drawing.
When: Saturday, September 6, Sunday, September 7, 11 am to 9 pm
Where: Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 3459 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff by the Sea. cardiffgreekfestival.com
Dogs, sometimes with their owners, participate in surfing heats and are judged on their abilities and confidence. The freestyle surf contest will be a creative contest where dogs can surf, perform tricks, and wear costumes. This year’s theme is “The Golden State,” and participants are encouraged to dress their dogs in California-themed costumes. Interactive booths and vendors will be on-site. You can attend as a spectator at no cost.
When: Sunday, September 7, 8 am
Where: Dog Beach Del Mar, 3200 Camino del Mar, Del Mar. animalcenter.org