Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival

Are you a skilled sand sculptor? You don’t have to be to enjoy San Diego’s 2019 Imperial Beach Sun & Fun Festival, which provides many activities and the chance to see how some artists flex their creative muscles. In addition to the sandcastle exhibition on display, there will be several outdoor activities such as the Annual Imperial Beach Pier Swim & Paddle and a 3k Beach Walk/Run. On Saturday, there will be a pancake breakfast as well as a kid’s sandcastle building contest. There will also be a community parade, live music, Farmer’s Market, International Food Fair and more. Time: Fri., 8 a.m-dusk; Sat., 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: Free (pancake breakfast – $5 donation). The Pier Plaza, where the event will be held, is located at 10 Evergreen Ave. in Imperial Beach. Visit the website at sunandsefestival.com to learn more about this event.