Despite the winter months, San Diego takes pride in holding true to its mantra “No Bad Days.” As you enjoy your stay with us here at Ocean Park Inn, we invite you to explore San Diego and delight in all it has to offer. For those who prefer to observe, or those wanting to get hands-on and involved, there is something for everyone. Here are some events in February you won’t want to miss!
San Diego Museum Month
Whether you’re interested in aquariums, history, science, or exploring something new entirely, San Diego has become the new hot spot for exploring museums through San Diego Museum Month.
Beginning February 1, download a digital pass from the San Diego Museum Council website or pick up a physical pass from most museums in the county. Enjoy half-off admission to all the participating museums through the entire month of February!
Click here to learn more.
Urban Adventure Quest
Interested in a guided exploration of San Diego filled with adventure? Available for purchase on any smart phone, you and your friends or family can experience the excitement of the Amazing Race with a three-hour city tour through the Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure–San Diego. Start at Waterfront Park and be off! Make your way through both well-known and hidden gems of the city by solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history.
For more information, check out their site.
Wild Foodie Tours
Calling all foodies! Join Wild Foodie Tours for an all-inclusive, exciting, fun street food tour in San Diego or Tijuana! There are several tours to choose from that include tastings at five food stops, one non-alcoholic beverage stop, and of course a stop for dessert. The tour will even point out some of the dining choices Anthony Bourdain and Andrew Zimmern showcase on their Travel shows!
For info or to book your tour, click here.
Coronado’s Valentine’s Day 10K
San Diego has bountiful options for a great dinner. Check out our previous article here about places you and your loved ones can enjoy. If you’re hoping for something more active, start your Valentine’s Day with the Coronado Valentine’s Day 10k at Tidelands Park! Participants receive a T-shirt and a finisher’s medal in addition to participating in the post-race party.
To register, click here.
Sunday, February 15th @ 7:30AM PST
Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise
Escape this Valentine’s Day on a cruise around the bay by Flagship Cruises & Events. Enjoy music, dancing, excellent service and a dinner made by a gourmet kitchen. If that is not enough, get a fantastic look of the iconic San Diego skyline lit by a California sunset all in one.
For more information or to book your cruise, click here.
Valentine’s Day at Disneyland
Fly along with Tinkerbell and all her friends through Five Star Tours’ day in Disneyland! Five Stars Tours tickets include transportation to Disneyland, admission, and you can even include a park hopper. For those with Disneyland season passes, you can join along by choosing to only purchase the transportation. It is bound to be a fun trip for the whole family!
Purchase tickets here.
San Diego Farmers Markets
If you’re interested in the authentic San Diego experience, check out any of the variety of San Diego Farmers Markets! Listen to live music, shop between local vendors, or just sit and enjoy that San Diego weather. You can choose between farm fresh produce and ingredients, speciality foods, plants and home-made craft items! The Farmers’ Markets are free to enjoy and happen weekly.
Pacific Beach Farmers Market
Tuesdays – 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Ocean Beach Farmers Market
Wednesdays – 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Old Town Artisans Market
Saturdays & Sundays – 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Mercato Little Italy’s Farmers Market
Saturdays – 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
View all of the San Diego County Farmers Markets here.
Lunar New Year at SeaWorld
Welcome the Year of the Horse with your friends and family at SeaWorld! The park will be celebrating the Lunar New Year with exciting performances by local performers and artisans and a variety of delicious foods. To top it all off, Sea World will be offering a Puppy Garden in which you can watch puppies play and take photos, while learning about adopting animals from shelters!
Click here to purchase tickets or go to the front desk! The celebration is included with park admission.
January 31 – February 16
San Diego’s Mermaid Series
Never grew out of wanting to be a mermaid? Then become one in San Diego’s Mermaid Series at Tecolote Shores North! Participants can choose to participate in a 5k, 10k, or half marathon around the scenic Mission Bay. Runners and walkers are both welcomed!
If you have a little mermaid in your family, the Mermaid Dash is designed to encourage girls to get moving and feel the joy of crossing a finish line in a safe environment. Parents are encouraged to allow Mermaids to run alone; however, parents are welcome to run alongside their shy Mermaid Dashers!
For information and pricing, click here.
Saturday, March 14
Chinese New Year Food and Cultural Fair
Join the Chinese New Year Food and Cultural Fair happening right outside the San Diego Chinese Historical Museum! The event is free for anyone to enjoy and will have a variety of performances from spectacular dances to cultural performances, as well as a selection of tantalizing street food. Swing by and celebrate the Year of the Horse!
For more information, click here.
Saturday, February 28 – Sunday, March 1
San Diego Winter Brew Fest
Say goodbye to the Winter Months with this special one-day-only Brew Fest at The Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park! The event will celebrate craft beverages from California and beyond while featuring live local music, food and other vendors to shop from. Must be 21 or older to enter.
For more information or to purchase tickets, click here.
General admission:
$40 in advance
$50 the day of the event
[time]Saturday, February 24 – 7:00 PM-10:00 PM[/time]
