There will be plenty of free, fun and family-friendly action on the beaches and boardwalk at the 22nd annual Pacific BeachFest Saturday, Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Action starts early on the shoreline with PB’s action sports tournaments including Vavi 4Sum Social Volleyball, Pacific BeachFest 5k with an early wave and a main wave run, and Shape Up Social for fitness classes on the beach.
Throughout the action-packed day, thousands of BeachFest goers can enjoy live music on three stages and DJ Lounge on the sand.
“The event is a crowd-pleaser,” said Sara Berns, executive director of Discover PB.
“Pacific BeachFest is a day for the community to come out and celebrate what makes our neighborhood great, from local businesses showcasing services, goods, and food to our schools and community groups hosting booths,” she said. “It’s a great day to come out and get to know what’s right here in our backyard. Pacific BeachFest has something for everyone, so bring the whole family.”
Added Berns: “We pride ourselves on offering interactive experiences, so register for the 5k or the new Shape Up Social beach workout this year and feel good about eating all those fish tacos after. Also, for our 21-plus guests, be sure to check out the beer garden at noon for some line dancing lessons presented by Moonshine Beach.”
The Grand Avenue Stage sponsored by Moonshine Beach features local bands and country favorites along with the Moonshine Beach Line Dancing Team in the BeachFest Big Josh Beer Garden.
The SDCCU Community Stage features the best local talent and the Hornblend Stage presented by Slic Entertainment and 710 Beach Club will showcase today’s hottest bands in town.
New this year is the Mix Lab DJ lounge where you can chill to cool vibes and sights on the sand. Shop and browse among the dozens of fine arts and crafts displays and visit the many eclectic shops and popular restaurants at the PB Merchant Sidewalk Sale.
No beachfester will go hungry with the 10th annual Best at the Beach Fish Taco Challenge where anyone can vote for their favorite fish taco. The Taste of PB Food Court furnishes a variety of PB’s best restaurants serving up tasty cuisines. Enjoy the ocean view and wash it down at the beer garden and taste beers from locally crafted local breweries, as well as Kono Beer Co., Jack Daniels, and Cutwater Spirits.
Pacific BeachFest is a party for all ages featuring kids action alley where the youngest dudes and dudettes will be kept busy with beachside rides as well as other free fun games and activities and free arts and crafts.
“Attending BeachFest isn’t just fun but helps support clean-up efforts in PB and all the local businesses that prepare for this day, and fill our hotel rooms for the weekend before we officially head out of summer,” said Berns.
For a complete list of activities, to register for the 5k or see music lineups, visit pacficbeachfest.org.
