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7 Great Things to do This 4th of July Weekend in San Diego and Tijuana

As usual, we bring you the best festivals, concerts and shows around

The weekend has come once again, and what most of us are waiting with bated breath is the moment when we can run away from work and having some well-deserved fun. If you're unsure about what to do or where to go these two-and-a-half days, these might just be up your alley.

Saturday, July 2

Rock & Reggae 2016

If the sound of Jamaica is what's missing from your weekends, this event is just for you. Well known bands such as Tierra Fértil, Invazion Reggae, Fuertes Raíces Casino, with Rene Haro and Moises Castro from the band Nosis playing an acoustic set.

    Place: La Antigua Bodega de Papel Time: 8:00 p.m. Cost: Pre-sale $50 pesos ($2.72 USD), $70 pesos ($3.81 USD) at the door. Find more about it by calling this number from Mexico: 664 640 3767

13th Opera on the Street Festival

This Saturday, the annual Opera on the Street Festival will take place once again at different points of the city; the first stop is Tijuana's Colonia Altiplano, where there will be artistic programs for children and youths, special performances and much more.

    Place: Calle Naturaleza and Blvd. Altiplane, 1st Section, Colonia Altiplano neighborhood. Time: 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Cost: Free admission You can find more about it by calling 686 3280 from Mexico or following this link.

2nd Vegetarian Cuisine Festival

From July 2nd to the 3rd, Tijuana's second Vegetarian Cuisine Festival will take place, offering different master classes and workshops, and 70 total booths, 35 of them dedicated to food, 20 of them to artisans and their work, and 15 to health promotion.

Despite not being the focus of the festival, an artistic program is also planned so you don't have to eat your vegetables in silence; local bands, dance presentations, theater showcases and much more will all be there.

    Place: Tijuana Cultural Center (Cecut) When: 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Cost: Free admission Find out more about it by calling this number: (664) 684 8180

Sunday, July 3

First Lady Circuit 5 k Race

This five kilometers race can be completed running, jogging, walking or rolling, your pick. The goal is to raise funds for a new Workers Daycare, and the race is being held in all 5 cities in Baja. There will be drinks and fruit platters for those who make it to the finish line, as well as raffles where you can win anything from a wide range of prizes.

Sunday's Car Show Restaurant Row

If you live in San Diego or just like their weekend events, this showcase of rare automobiles, ranging from classic to muscle cars, is a great idea. Can't make it this Sunday? Don't worry, the show will be held every Sunday of November.

The San Diego County Fair

So you seriously haven't visited the SD County Fair?

It will be gone in just 4 days! If you're looking for fun outside of Tijuana and like fantasy themed fun, this is your last chance.

    Place: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. Time: 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Cost: $9 - $16 USD (($167.82 a $298.54 M.N.); children up to 5 years old enter for free. Find more about it here

Star Spangled Pops

The best way of celebrating the 4th of July is with the San Diego Symphonic Orchestra, where all-American musical pieces (from Broadway to folk classics), a military ceremony will be held, and the traditional fireworks show will light the night sky from July 1st to July 3rd.

    Place: Embarcadero Marina Park South – 206 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA 92101 Time: 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Cost: $20 USD to $85 USD Find more about it following this link

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