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Join us and tantalize your taste buds at a selection of restaurants in San Diego to taste different kinds of dumplings and more! Experience different restaurants and tastes that may include Chinese soup dumplings, Korean mandu, Indian kofta, Nepalese momos, Turkish manti and more. Our evening tasting extravaganza is on Wednesday December 3 from 5:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Each restaurant on this food tour will be serving up Tasting Plates for guests to enjoy and you will have a chance to visit a variety of different types of restaurants throughout the event. Visit each of the participating restaurants at your leisure by car or transit. View our past events, photos and more here! Tickets: Thanksgiving Special Tickets: $39 through to November 23, 2025 Early-bird Tickets: $69 per person through to November 25, 2025 Regular Tickets: $79 per person through to November 30, 2025 Note: Eventbrite fee and applicable sales tax is extra on all tickets purchased online. Ticket price includes tasting plates of dumplings at each of the participating restaurants on this self-guided tour throughout the evening. Note: ALL Tickets must be purchased in advance online. All ticket sales are final. Participating restaurants subject to change. Refund Policy: We understand that plans can change, but please note that all ticket sales are final. While we can't offer refunds, you're more than welcome to transfer your ticket to another person if you find yourself unable to attend. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dumpling-fest-san-diego-tickets-1554786370889?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1

Get Ready to Wobble Before You Gobble! Join us for the annual Thanksgiving Gobble Trot 5K Run/Walk before you dive into the stuffing and turkey this year, get a run/walk in with your family, friends, and community. Burn some Calories, Make some Memories but spots do fill up faster than Grandma's gravy boat! Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk! There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey. Timing: Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time. - No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)! What You Get (Swag Bag): Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)- Finisher's Towel or Giveaway- Finisher's Medal! - Digital Training Pack - Online Results & Certificate of Completion- Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs- We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more. Packet Pickup: No hassle of picking up packets required! Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)- Race bibs are provided on race day. When will I get my Swag? You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race. Race Updates: We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps. Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race) Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: info@thebestraces.com) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30 a.m. Wave B: 8 a.m. Wave C: 8:30 a.m. Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave) Virtual Run Option: Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal! Sponsorships & Promoting your Business: If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events Visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/SanDiego/ThanksgivingTurkeyGobbleTrot5K10KSANDIEGO The Best Races on Instagram and Facebook

Grab your livestream tickets here. $10 General Admission M.A. in Writing Visiting Writers Series: The Magic of Mitch Albom Oct. 27 at 3 p.m. Workshop and Q&A with Mitch Albom Author, screenwriter, philanthropist, journalist, and broadcaster Mitch Albom is an inspiration around the world. Albom is the author of numerous books of fiction and nonfiction, which have collectively sold more than 40 million copies in 48 languages worldwide. He has written eight number-one New York Times bestsellers — including "Tuesdays with Morrie," the bestselling memoir of all time. His most recent book "The Little Liar" is also a NY Times bestseller. Narrated by the voice of Truth itself, "The Little Liar" is a timeless story about the power of love to ultimately redeem us, no matter how deeply we blame ourselves for our mistakes. Event made possible by PLNU M.A. in Writing program, Department of LJWL, La Playa Books, and Writer's Symposium by the Sea. All ticketing fees go toward M.A. in Writing program students attending conferences. The Livestream will utilize YouTube Live. Livestream participants *will not* be able to participate in the Q&A. Livestream link will be sent to guests after purchase. Mitch Albom on Facebook / Instagram

KPBS is holding a second preview screening event of "THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION" - Ken Burns' new documentary film. This new event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 13 at 5:45 p.m. at the City of Carlsbad Library. The event is free to attend and registration is now open! THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION is a new six-part, twelve-hour series. It tells the story of America’s founding struggle, the men and women of the Revolutionary generation, and the crisis that they lived through. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION premieres nationwide on Sunday, November 16 and airs for six consecutive nights through Friday, November 21 at 8 -10 p.m. on KPBS TV.

Lucía, the first Mexican finalist at the prestigious Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, has captivated audiences across Mexico, Canada, and the U.S.—with standout performances at iconic venues like Carnegie Hall and Jazz at Lincoln Center. Now making her San Diego debut in The JAI, Lucía brings an unforgettable evening of jazz standards and Latin American classics, showcasing her stunning voice, emotional depth, and undeniable stage presence. Don’t miss this rising star of contemporary jazz at The Conrad! Lucía on Facebook / Instagram

Step into Clara’s dream—a world where ballet brings imagination to life and the holidays sparkle with wonder. "The Nutcracker" by Ballet Institute of San Diego whisks audiences away on a magical journey through enchanted lands, where toy soldiers battle, snowflakes dance, and the Sugar Plum Fairy reigns. At the heart of it all is young Clara, whose extraordinary dream unfolds through breathtaking ballet and timeless storytelling. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or continuing a beloved tradition, discover why "The Nutcracker" is a dazzling celebration of dreams, childhood wonder, and the magic of the season. This family-friendly performance runs a little over an hour and is sure to delight children of all ages. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/the-nutcracker/ Ballet Institute of San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

"Resonance" is a free, all-ages event hosted by St. Brigid’s Episcopal Church and Oceanside Theatre Company that builds community through creative expression. Held in OTC's Studio 219 (219 North Coast Highway), this is a space for all creatively-inclined people—artists, musicians, writers, and more—to showcase their work and to practice spontaneous creation together. It’s not quite an open mic, jam session, drum circle, or art night—but it has elements of all of these. All are welcome to participate as much or as little as they choose. If you’d prefer to just come and enjoy the vibe and performances, you are welcome to do that too. Visit: 'Resonance' Collaborative Open Mic Oceanside Theater Company on Instagram and Facebook

Tecate Community Museum, Tecate, Baja Mexico (U.S. side meeting location - In front of Baja Duty Free - 404 Tecate Rd, Tecate, California 91980) Acorn Preparation Workshop 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Have you ever seen acorns on the ground under oak trees in the fall and wondered how native peoples turn them into nourishing food? Join us for a rare opportunity to learn, directly from local Kumeyaay cultural specialists, all the steps in the preparation of this important food that has sustained native communities for thousands of years. The $60 cost directly supports our Kumeyaay teachers and includes a delicious lunch. Beautiful hand-made Kumeyaay baskets will be used in the process and will be available for purchase directly from the artisans. The event includes a talk by anthropologist Michael Wilken-Robertson, author of "Kumeyaay Ethnobotany." To reserve your spot you can register online at: Website: https://www.carem.org/en En español: https://www.carem.org/ For more information please email us at: carem.ac@outlook.com The Community Museum is just minutes from the border. We will meet in front of the Baja Duty Free shop on the U.S. side of the border at 9:30 a.m. and walk over together. Please make sure to give yourself plenty of time to arrive by 9:30 a.m Please don't forget your passport.

Handel’s great oratorio "Messiah" springs to life by way of the fruitful collaboration of Charles Jennens’ carefully conceived libretto and Handel’s supreme skill as a composer of the theatre. BCSD’s performance of "Messiah", delivered by a dynamic cast in the manner of Handel’s dramatic operas, has become one of its crown jewels. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/handels-messiah/ Bach Collegium San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Come visit San Diego Mission Bay Resort for Spooky S’mores Night on Saturday, October 25 at 6 p.m. at the beach fire pits. Cozy up by the flames and roast marshmallows as the sun sets over the bay for a spooky s’mores night. Holidays by the bay! Join us for a season of celebration with festive holiday events from Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and the New Year – we celebrate everything. We start our Festive Season with during Halloween and continue until we ring in the new year of 2026.