Get Out and Enjoy the Weekend

Sure, you've been living life like it's summer since Memorial Day, but Tuesday it becomes official. It's the longest day of the year—sunset isn't until 8 p.m.—so what are you going to do all weekend to celebrate?

In Carlsbad, San Diego and beyond from June 16 to June 22, we can guide you to what's happening, from a Grammy winner's beach blowout to (figurative) fairies in the garden.

And don't get so caught up in the glorious, seemingly never-ending daylight that you forget dear ol' dad. Look for restaurants, stores and museums to offer free or reduced admission and other special events to celebrate Father's Day.

BEST BETS CLOSE TO HOME

• Where/when: , 5800 the Crossings Drive, Carlsbad, 1 p.m. Thursday.

• Why go: The Teens and Marines Golf Tournament, sponsored by the Carlsbad Hi-Noon Rotary, benefits college-bound former Carlsbad High students and Marines. With a dinner and dance to follow.

• Price: $20 for dinner or wine tasting; $250 to play golf.

• Where/when: , 400 B St., Encinitas, 7 a.m. Saturday.

• Why go: The Bro-Am is part of a weekend of fundraisers by the Grammy-winning band Switchfoot to benefit the San Diego and Oceanside chapters of StandUp For Kids, a nonprofit volunteer organization that aids at-risk youth. A surfing contest kicks off early, followed by an 11 a.m. concert.
• Price: Free.

• Where/when: , 230 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas, 10 a.m. Saturday.

• Why go: The Fairy Festival will feature a Fairy Queen to preside over the activities in the Hamilton Children’s Garden. Aspiring fairies can wear costumes, work on crafts and listen to music.

• Price: $6-$12.

• Where/when: , 1 Legoland Dr., Carlsbad, 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.

• Why go: Enamored with all things Star Wars?  Enjoy two days of activities focused on the intergalatic saga, including glimpses of the recently opened Star Wars Mini-land at the park. 

• Price: $59-$69.

• Where/when: , 2822 State St., Carlsbad, 8 p.m. Saturday.

• Why go: The West Coast Funnies features a Father’s Day edition with headliner Don Friesen. 

• Price: $20.

BEST BETS, A LITTLE FARTHER OUT

• Where/when: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, continues through July 4.

• Why go: The second week of the San Diego County Fair features a Father's Day pancake breakfast, two horse shows, an enviro fair, the “Motorcycle Ride to the Fair” and performers Tony Lucca and Sister Sledge.

• Price: $7-$13, with discounts available.

• Where/when: Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista, 8 p.m. Thursday.

• Why go: The popular musical Forever Plaid, about a group of male singers in the '50s who miss out on their big break, but are presented with a new opportunity, gets another run. Through July 2.

• Price: $27-$50.

• Where/when: North Coast Repertory, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach, 7:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday.

• Why go: Hall of Famer. War hero. Troubled soul. The play Ted Williams: A Tip of the Cap covers the San Diego native's tumultuous life.

• Price: $15-$20.