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Events
Escondido Certified Farmers' Market and Other Purveyors
Tuesdays on Grand Avenue between Juniper and Kalmia Street
Summer Hours: May 1 to September 30 – 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Winter Hours: October 1 to April 30 – 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The Farmers Market features certified locally and California-grown farm-fresh produce, organics, cut or potted flowers or herbs, as well as exotic fruits and ready-to-eat foods from other regions. These fruits and vegetables are picked that very day for your eating pleasure. Try the gourmet chocolates, artisan breads, olives, cheeses, and specialty items too numerous to list! Stroll past crafters, unique clothing, and jewelry as you enjoy the ambiance of an historic street and the friendly farmers and vendors at the Market.
The Escondido Certified Farmers Market and Other Purveyors is located on Grand Avenue, between Juniper and Kalmia Street.
For information, call (760) 745-8877.
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2nd Saturday Art Walk
2nd Saturday of each month, 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Over 25 galleries, studios, museums, local theaters, and the Escondido Antique District open their doors to the public. Experience Escondido Art at its finest through artists talks, artist receptions, open rehearsals, music, and more!
For information, call (760) 745-8877.
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Restaurant Week
May 4 to May 16, 2008
THIS EVENT IS EXTENDED THROUGH MAY 23
For 13 delicious nights, enjoy a 3-course meal for one set price at participating restaurants. This is a great time to try some place new or visit an old favorite.
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Fashion Week
May 5 to May 10
Fashion will be celebrated in Grand Style. Downtown Boutiques, Salons, Art Galleries, Museums, and Restaurants will host events throughout the week including fashion shows, hair styling and modeling, home accessory shows, trunk shows, luncheons and teas.
For information on the First Annual 2008 event, see Downtown Escondido Fashion Week.
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People's Choice Awards
Sunday, June 1, 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
People's Choice Award Winners Announced for 2007-2008.
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Escondido Grape Day Parade and Festival
Saturday, September 6, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Parade: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Historic Grand Avenue. Escondido's oldest event. Festival in Grape Day Park.
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Festival Escondido
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Noon–6:00 p.m.
Food, Music, Wine and Arts Festival in Downtown Escondido features a diversity of food tasting from over 20 restaurants, wine tasting, beer tasting, live music, art gallery receptions and activities for all ages.
Street Faire
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Sunday, October 19, 2008
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Grand Avenue between Centre City and Ivy
The Escondido Street Faire is the second largest one-day street faire in the state. The event is presented by Escondido Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Business Association and draws more than 60,000 people to over 700 unique vendors with a little of everything: arts and crafts, classic car show, home improvement area, unique clothing, food from around the world, and more.
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The Holidays
Valentine's Day Downtown – February 14, 2008
FREE carriage rides 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Pickup at Grand and Maple.
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