Enjoy these fun San Diego events in April 2012, with the spring flowers and Easter celebrations. Are you looking for some fun San Diego events this spring? Enjoy these events in San Diego, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar, La Jolla, and Coronado CA.
Last update on April 30 2012San Diego Events April.
San Diego Events April 2012
Carlsbad Flower Fields 2012 - March 1 – May 13 2012. Visit the colorful Flower Fields in Carlsbad California. The Carlsbad Flower Fields offer a spectacular display of Ranunculus flowering bulbs that bloom from early March to early May. One of the popular San Diego events. Mid to late April is a great time to visit.Carlsbad Flower Fields
Star Wars Miniland at Legoland - Exhibit now open. Legoland California becomes the first Legoland park to open a Star Wars Miniland area. Enjoy scenes from the Star Wars movies and animalted series, all made out of 1.5 million lego bricks. Pose with life-size models of Chewbacca, R2D2 and Darth Vader. For more information see Legoland California.
The Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Saturday dates (call for availability). Enjoy murder and mayhem as you figure out who dunnit. The murder mystery dinner show takes place in the entire room, to keep you guessing who is part of the crime and not. The top sleuth wins a prize. $59.95 and up. These dinner shows sell out fast, so make your reservations now. 888-619-0858.
Easter Egg Hunts - Most San Diego Easter Egg Hunts 2012 are on Saturday April 7. See our calendar of San Diego 2012 Easter Egg Hunts.
Kid’s Day at the Flower Fields - April 1 2012 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Visit the spectacular 50 acres of Flower Fileds overlooking the Carlsbad, California coastline. Kids Days offers fun activities and entertainment for kids and families. $11 for adults, $6.00 for children. The 2012 season begins March 1st. Carlsbad Flower Fields
2012 Disneyland Tickets - 3 days at Disneyland for only $199. 2 days for only $99 for Southern California residents. For details see Cheap Disneyland Tickets.
Free Organ Concerts in Balboa Park - Every Sunday from 2 - 3 PM. Enjoy beautiful Balboa Park and enjoy a free organ concert at Spreckel's Pavillion, a beautiful outdoor pipe organ. Located at 1549 El Prado #110, San Diego Balboa Park .
La Jolla Motorcar Classic at the Cove - Sunday April 1 2012 from 9 AM - 3 PM. See over 150 classic cars on display on the lawn overlooking La Jolla Cove at this 8th annual La Jolla Motor Car Classic. La Jolla Motor car Classic.
Hike Anza Borrego Palm Canyon Trail - This spring is a great time for an early morning hike on the popular Palm Canyon Trail in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. You can also enjoy the spring wildflowers in bloom. One of the best free San Diego events every spring.
Carlsbad 5000 - Sunday April 1 2012. Junior Carlsbad on Saturday March 31 for kids 12 and under. Plenty of fun, run, food and festivities on this scenic seaside course. Runners should register now. Carlsbad 5000.
Grunion Runs - April 8 and 23 2012, also some dates in May and June, times typically around 10:30 PM - 12:30 AM. Watch the grunion come ashore to spawn with a naturalist from Birch Aquarium. Observe the fish (no fishing allowed) and enjoy the adventure of this unusual mating ritual and hatching of grunion eggs. Be prepared for cool and wet, and bring a flashlight. RSVP required. $12, ages 6 - 13 must be accompanied by a paid adult. at Scripps Birch Aquarium. Learn about grunion runs and watch baby grunion hatch at the aquarium. Call for reservations. Birch Aquarium.
San Diego Botanic Garden Ladybug Day - April 21 2012 10 am - 1 PM at 230 Quail Gardens Drive in Encinitas. Young kids will love the ladybug adventures at the San Diego Botanic Garden on this special lady bug day. Ladybug Day at SD Botanic Garden.
Balboa Park Free Museum Tuesday for Residents and Military - Some Balboa Park museums are free on 1st - 4th Tuesdays of each month to locals (San Diego Cal. City & county residents), and active military and their families. The free museums rotate, so check the schedule at Free Tuesday Balboa Park museum.
Whale Watching San Diego - now - April 15 at San Diego Maritime Museum. No seasickness guarantee! Watch for whales aboard the replica of the 139-foot yacht America. Adults are $65 - $85 per person, kids less.
Kayak at La Jolla Shores - This spring is a great time to kayak at La Jolla Shores to see the Sea Caves, marine life, and leopard sharks. Several different companies offer kayaking tours, or you can launch your own kayak at the free boat ramp. For more information see La Jolla Kayaking
Encinitas Street Faire - Sat and Sun April 28 - 29 2012, 2012 in Encinitas, Cali. South Coast Highway 101, from D to J street, from 9 AM - 5 PM. 400+ arts and crafts vendors, food, music, family amusement & entertainment. Encinitas Street Fair
San Diego Dog Beaches - Take your dog to the beach! Choose your favorite San Diego Dog Beach from all the ones we have listed. One of the best San Diego activities for dogs and dog lovers. San Diego Dog Beaches.
Naturalist-Guided Whale Watching - now through April 15 2012 San Diego Harbor Excursion. Go whale watching in San Diego with an ocean expert from Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Amazing views, listen to whale and dolphin sounds, and guaranteed whale sightings. Reservations required. (619) 234-4111. Times 9:45 am - 1:15 pm and 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm. $30 weekdays and $35 weekends, kids 4-12 $15 with paid adult, kids 3 and under free. $5 off whale watching coupons
Anza Borrego Wildflowers - Take a day trip to Anza Borrego Desert State Park to see the spring wildflowers, the bloom is lovely in late March and early April. Hike the Palm Canyon Trail too. One of our favorite San Diego events April. For more information see Anza Borrego State Park.
Devil Dog Duathlon and 5K Run - Saturday April 14, 2012 at Camp Pendleton in North San Diego county. 5K Run, 30K bike, 5K Run, or just 5K run. Registration opens Jan 1 2012. 2012 Hard Corps Marathon
Easter Celebration Swim - at La Jolla Cove. Join the La Jolla Cove Swim Club in their annual tax relief swim. A fun non-competitive splash. One of the cool San Diego events in April. Easter Celebration Swim.
Oceanside Days of Art - Sat and Sun April 21 - 22 2012 from 10 AM – 5 PM in downtown Oceanside along Pier View Way. Outdoor arts festival with an exciting variety of artwork on display as artists demonstrate their techniques. Oceanside Art Show
La Jolla Half Marathon - Sunday Apr 29 2012 begins 7:30am, Del Mar Fairgrounds; ends La Jolla Cove Park. Scenic and challening run from Del Mar, through Torrey Pines State Preserve, through La Jolla Shores community to the picturesque La Jolla Cove. Limited to 6500 runners, must register early. Also, a 5K run at La Jolla Shores. If you love La Jolla in the spring, don't miss this athletic San Diego event in April. La Jolla Run
Sea Days - Saturday April 21 2012 from 11 AM - 3 PM at Birch Aquarium, for a fun family event. Celebrate our Ocean planet for Earth Day. Learn about preserving the ocean, make a recycled craft, and much more. Free with paid admission to Scripps Birch Aquarium. Birch Aquarium.
San Diego Earth Fair at Balboa Park - Sunday April 22 2012 from 10 AM - 5 PM. More than 300 exhibitors, food, special Kinds’ Activity Area, entertainment & The Children’s Earth Parade. This is one of the great San Diego events to celebrate Earth Day 2012. Earth Fair
Creek to Bay Cleanup - Sat April 28 2012 from 9 AM - 12 noon at over 60 cleanup sites in San Diego County. Join the thousands to protest and conserve our San Diego beaches, bays, canyons and parks. volunteer for this event in celebration of Earth Day 2011. Friends, families and groups can signup now for a site of your choice. Come help out at one of the best community San Diego events April. San Diego Creek to Bay Cleanup
Celebrate Carlsbad Day at Legoland - Saturday April 28 2012 from 1:00 - 9:00 PM, fireworks at 8:30 PM) at Legoland in Carlsbad, CA. LEGOLAND California is partnering with the Carlsbad Educational Foundation to provide an opportunity for local residents and their families to enjoy a fun-filled day to support education! Special event tickets are not available for purchase at LEGOLAND for this event. This is a big annual fundraiser for local schools, with a portion of ticket sales supporting education. Tickets must be purchased in advance through Carlsbad Educational Foundation.
Featuring events in San Diego and the beach towns of Oceanside, Carlsbad, Leucadia, Encinitas, Cardiff, Solana Beach, Del Mar, La Jolla, Coronado, Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, Mission Beach and Imperial Beach California.
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