January 1, 2023
Have fun with your language skills!
Events happening in San Diego
Every Sunday 12PM – 4PM
Experience Hispanic Culture and Language: Visit the Cottages of Puerto Rico and Spain to learn their cultures through food, music, dance, and more.
International Cottages at Balboa Park
Free
September
What? Fiestas Patrias Celebration
The ringing of the bell in the historic Casa de Estudillo will kick off this traditional event that commemorates Mexico’s independence with an address from the Mexican Consulate, “El Grito” contest, and a parade with horses and music. The Fiestas Patrias Celebration will also feature traditional dances, mariachi music, crafts, games and a piñata for the children.
Old Town San Diego – 2415 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110
Saturday, September …12:00 to 4:00 PM
Cost: Free
Fiesta Mexicana
The Fiestas Patrias celebration can also be found in San Diego’s South Bay with activities for the kids, Hispanic inspired fashion displays, mariachi music and graceful ballet folkloric dancers from San Diego and Tijuana.
Westfield Plaza Bonita – 3030 Plaza Bonita Road, National City, CA 91950
Free
Cabrillo Festival at Ballast Point
Music, dancing, children’s activities and foods of Native Americans, Mexico, Portugal and Spain. There will be Kumeyaay basket making, knot tying and a 16th Century Spanish soldiers living history encampment. Re-enactment of Cabrillo’s landing on Ballast Point.
Ballast Point, Naval Base Point Loma, south end of Rosecrans Street
October/november
Dia de los Muertos Events
El Dia de los Muertos en la Mission San Louis Rey, Authentic comidas tradicionales, church tours, y low riders and ofrendas
Where: Old Mission San Louis Ray / 4050 Mission Ave. Oceanside, CA 92057
Dia de los Muertos Old Town
Commemorate “Day of the Dead” by touring the museums and shops within Old Town San Diego, most have dramatic and festive Day of the Dead altars. Live entertainment in many locations throughout Old Town. Two full days of celebration with a procession to the Cemetery on Sunday night.
Where: Old Town San Diego
Día de Los Muertos Escondido
December
Annual Las Posadas re-enactment
This centuries-old tradition is a re-enactment of the biblical journey of Mary and Joseph through the town of Bethlehem. Carolers and children's choirs will perform in the state park, with the live theatrical procession starting promptly at 5:00 PM. A piñata party for all the children follows the parade. Make this a new holiday tradition for your family. It is sure to be a night you will remember.
Where: Old Town San Diego
La Pastorela:
Several shows during the month of December at the Lyceum: La Pastorela is a contemporary twist on the traditional story of the shepherds’ journey to Bethlehem to witness the first Christmas. Called to action by Archangels Michael and Gabriel, the shepherds face temptation and danger from evil Lucifer and his nasty minions. La pastorela is a folk art form that dates back to the beginning of Christianity and is the tale of the shepherd’s journey to Bethlehem to witness the first Christmas. It is the B-plot of the nativity, a journey fraught with temptations, distractions and mortal peril as the devils try to prevent the shepherds from reaching their special destination. A traditional morality play full of choices and introspection, is presented with levity, music, beautiful costumes and poetic dialogue. A true multicultural experience, the bilingual script is performed primarily in English with beautiful Christmas carols sung in Spanish
Tickets and prices here
March
Latino Film Festival
Two weeks of the best of Latino film
Dance and Music
Oaxacan Food
Art
EAT!
Spanish, Mexican, Central American and Latin American Restaurants in San Diego
Berta’s Latin American (general) Restaurant
3928 Twiggs Street
San Diego, CA 92110-2843
(619) 295-2343
Puerto La Boca: Argentinian
2060 India Street
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 234-4900
Pampas Argentine Grill: Argentine//Argentinian food
8690 Aero Drive Suite 105
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 278-5971
Costa Brava: Spanish
1653 Garnet Avenue
Pacific Beach, CA 92109
(858) 273-1218
Café Sevilla: Spanish
353 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 233-5979
Tapas Picasso: Spanish
3923 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 294-3061
Nazca Grill: Peruvian Food
4310 Genesee Ave Suite 105-106
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 560-0873
Andrés Restaurant: Cuban & Puerto Rican comfort food:
1235 Morena Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 275-4114
Latin Chef- Peruvian Cuisine
1142 Garnet Avenue
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 270-8810