November 3 – 4, Escondido Renaissance FaireThe age of chivalry will be recreated among the wonders of nature. Activities include battle pageants, music in the streets, jugglers and hundreds of costumed re-enactors performing in this giant outdoor play. See website for admission information. Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pmLocation: Felicita County Park, 742 Clarence Ln., Escondido For more information visit www.goldcoastfestivals.com/Escondido.html

November 4, Carlsbad Village Street Faire This is the largest one-day street fair in California. It’s a non-profit event to benefit the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce with over 800 vendors, International food, kids’ rides, and even a pancake breakfast! Time: 8:00 am – 4:00 pmLocation: Village of Carlsbad, Carlsbad For more information visit www.kennedyfaires.com/carlsbad

November 9 – 11, Snow Jam 12This is a consumer show featuring everything about skiing and snowboarding under one roof. There will be discounted merchandise available for purchase. See website for admission information. Time: Fri 4:00 – 10:00 pm, Sat/Sun: 10:00 am – 6:00 pmLocation: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar For more information visit www.snowjamshow.com

November 9 – 11, Seasons of the Heart Craft FairThere will be handcrafted items and one-of-a-kind gifts from nearly 100 vendors. These gifts range from holiday home décor, gourmet foods, collectibles, children’s toys, children and adult clothing, soaps, jewelry, holiday wreaths and floral arrangements, handbags, pottery, crafting supplies, one-of-a kind furniture pieces, and so much more! Time: Fri/Sat: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Sun: 10:00 am – 4:00 pmLocation: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar For more information visit www.seasonsoftheheartcraftfaire.com

November 10, Heavenly Hands Crafts BazaarThere will be a wide selection of handmade arts and crafts, baked goods, a quilt raffle and book sale. This is a great way to get a head start on holiday shopping. Proceeds go to various ministries and missions selected by the MMPC Mission Committee. Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pmLocation: Mira Mesa Presbyterian Church, 8081 Mira Mesa Blvd., San Diego For more information visit www.mmpcusa.com

November 12, 26th Annual San Diego Veteran’s Day Parade This parade is held in admiration of veterans of past wars and to give a salute of recognition and honor to our military men and women of today who strive to keep our country safe. Several events are scheduled. Time: 11:00 am – 1:30 pmLocation: Pacific Highway, South from Grape to W. Harbor Dr., San Diego For more information visit www.sdvetparade.org

November 15 – 18, City Heights CarnivalA four-day carnival will take place in City Heights. Enjoy the excitement of carnival rides and entertaining carnival games. All ages are sure to have a good time. Time:  Thurs/Fri: 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Sat/Sun: 1:00 pm – 11:00 pmLocation: Rosa Park School and City Heights Recreation Center, 4380 Landis St., San Diego For more information call (951) 316-1382

November 16, City of Santee Holiday Lighting CeremonyFestivities include ice skating, carriage rides, caroling, free kid’s holiday crafts (while supplies last), a visit from Santa, and the tree lighting ceremony. There will be food samples, hot cocoa and coffee. This is a free event. Time: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pmLocation: Santee Trolley Square, 9884 Mission Gorge Rd., Santee For more information visit www.ci.santee.ca.us/Index.aspx?page=347

November 16 – 18, Susan G. Komen San Diego 3-Day For The Cure Thousands of men and women are taking the challenge to walk 60 miles in three days. On the first day the walk will begin at the Del Mar Fairgrounds and proceed to Torrey Pines, La Jolla, and Pacific Beach to a camp at Crown Point Shores in Mission Beach. The walk will eventually culminate in Downtown San Diego at Petco Park. See website for admission and registration information. Time: Refer to websiteLocation: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar For more information visit www.the3day.org

November 17, 26th Annual Toys For Tots Motorcycle Benefit Ride This is the staging area for the Toys for Tots ride, which will depart from North County’s House of Motorcycles. See website for registration information. The ride benefits the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. Time:  9:00 am – 12:00 pmLocation: North County’s House of Motorcycles, 1725 Hacienda Dr., Vista For more information visit www.gwrra-ca1n.net/ridefliers.htm

November 17, 5K Thanksgiving Walk to Feed the HungryFor over a decade, the Fallbrook Food Pantry (formerly Fallbrook Community Project) has worked to relieve hunger and provide hope and resources to neighbors in need. Participate in this 5k walk to help feed the hungry. Time: 8:30 amLocation: Fallbrook Food Pantry, 1042 S. Mission Rd., Fallbrook For more information visit www.fallbrookfoodpantry.org

November 18, 66th Annual Mother Goose ParadeThe Mother Goose Parade is the largest, single-day event in San Diego County and one of the biggest parades of its kind west of the Mississippi. Generally there are over 100 entries featuring clowns, floats, bands, equestrians, giant balloons and Santa Claus. This year’s parade is titled “Home Town Heroes!” Time: 10:00 amLocation: Magnolia Ave & Main St., El Cajon For more information visit www.mothergooseparade.org

November 18, Encinitas Street Faire & Fall FestivalThe coastal city of Encinitas beckons you to join in the fun on the beautiful Coast Highway 101. There will be 400 unique booths featuring arts and crafts, antiques, clothing, items from around the world and more. The Fall Faire also offers a wide variety of food, two stages of live entertainment and children’s rides. Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pmLocation: Coast Highway 101, Encinitas – see website for map For more information visit www.kennedyfaires.com/encinitas

November 21 – 25, San Diego Thanksgiving Dixieland Jazz FestivalThis is the 33rd Annual celebration of Dixieland Jazz featuring bands from all over the U.S. The festival bands represent a wide variety of traditional jazz, Dixieland and swing styles. See website for admission information. Time: Refer to websiteLocation: Town & Country Hotel and Convention Center, 500 Hotel Circle N., San Diego For more information visit www.dixielandjazzfestival.org/festival.html

November 22, Annual Father Joe’s Thanksgiving Day 5K Thanksgiving Day is a day to express both thanks for what we have and to extend our help to those who are lonely, hungry and without a home. Proceeds from this 5K event will help to provide basic provisions for underprivileged persons through the St. Vincent De Paul Village. See website for registration information. Time: 7:45 amLocation: Museum of Man, 1350 El Prado – Balboa Park, San Diego For more information visit www.thanksgivingrun.org

November 23 – 25, Goodguys 2nd Fall Del Mar NationalsThis car show features over 1,500 hot rods, customs and classics thru ’72. There will be live nostalgia entertainment and free kids entertainment. There will also be a Toys for Tots drop off. See website for admission information. Time: Fri/Sat: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Sun: 8:00 am – 3:00 pmLocation: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar For more information visit www.good-guys.com

November 24 – Mid December, Julian’s Country Christmas & Tree Lighting Ceremony - Ongoing EventThe traditional lighting of the Julian Community Christmas Tree ceremony features the Julian Carolers and a visit from Santa just before 6:00 pm when the tree is lit. This marks the beginning of the annual Julian Country Christmas celebration, three weeks of old-fashioned holiday festivities. Time: 4:00 pmLocation: Pioneer Park, Julian For more information visit www.julianca.com/media/country_christmas.htm