Filipino Cultural Celebration june 6

1. Celebrate the 111th anniversary of Philippine independence with musical performances, a fashion show, arts and crafts, giveaways, demos, food and more. 8575 New Salem St. www.miramesatowncouncil.org; 858-484-2277.
2. Filipino culinary delights, prize drawings, a traditional costume show, storytelling, cultural dances, a talent showcase, crafts for kids and more. 10 am-4 pm. Free. Oceanside Civic Center Library & Plaza, 330 N. Coast Hwy. http://www.filamsandiegonorthcounty.com/; 760-207-6410.

Ethnic Food Fair

Come to this annual celebration of cultures featuring ethnic food from 32 nationalities, music and dance from around the globe, native costumes and more. 10 am-5 pm. Free. House of Pacific Relations, International Cottages, Inc., Balboa Park. www.sdhpr.org; 619-234-0739.

Festa Siciliana

The music, dance, culture and cuisine of Sicily come to the streets of San Diego’s Little Italy at this annual celebration. Presenting four stages of Sicilian and Italian entertainment, a parade of costumed dancers, a children’s cultural area filled with interactive activities, food booths, cultural displays and more. 10 am-6 pm. Free. India St., downtown San Diego. www.sicilianfesta.com.

North Park Festival of the Arts

Take an artistic trip around the globe without leaving San Diego! Enjoy a diverse collection of art, five stages of live entertainment, international cuisine and the Kids’ Art Beat area featuring Sophia Isadora Academy of Circus Arts and hands-on activities courtesy of Rare Hair Studio. 10 am-6 pm. Free. Along University Ave., between 30th & 32nd Sts. www.northparkmainstreet.com; 619-233-5008.

Indian Fair

May 16, 2009 - May 17, 2009

Bring the family to this annual event filled with cultural performances by storytellers, dancers and musicians, plus a lively marketplace featuring Native American artists from the Southwest and Alaska. Enjoy artists’ demonstrations, music and dance, traditional food and more. 10 am-4:30 pm. $1-$5; ages 2 & under free. Admission includes entrance to the Museum, its exhibits and Indian Fair activities. San Diego Museum of Man, Balboa Park. www.museumofman.org; 619-239-2001, ext. 23.

Fiesta Old Town Cinco de Mayo May 2nd and 3rd

Presenting stages of live entertainment ranging from traditional mariachi music to salsa beats, kids’ activities, a lowrider lane, mouthwatering delights, stagecoach rides and more. May 2, 11am-10 pm & May 3, 10 am-5 pm. Free. Along San Diego Ave. & Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, Old Town. www.fiestaoldtown.com; 619-291-4903.

Cinco De Mayo Celebration

The Barrio Marketplace invites you to celebrate "Cinco De Mayo" in Sherman Height District on on Island Avenue (Between 22nd and 24th Street.Saturday May2nd from 9:30am-2pm Lve Music ,Food, Merchandise Resource booth and Activities for Kids.

A Taste of Renaissance Life

A taste of Renaissance life in Jolly Old England returns to San Diego County this Spring! San Diegans can join thousands of Renaissance enthusiasts from all over the western United States as they stage this year’s Spring Renaissance Faire in Escondido. The event offers all kinds of activities, including three stages of continuous entertainment, period music, battle pageants, Shakespearean Theater, renaissance arts & crafts vendors, children’s games and an assortment of themed food and drink. Saturday and Sunday, April 25-26 and May 2-3, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Felicita Park, Escondido
Admission price: Adults -- $16, Children under 11 -- $8, Children under 4 -- Free, Parking -- $5

For more info: (805) 496-6036, www.goldcoastfestivals.com

Linda Vista Multicultural Fair & Parade

FREE! Linda Vista Multicultural Fair & Parade. Celebrate cultural diversity at this annual event presenting a grand parade, three entertainment stages, arts and crafts, Asian and Latino film screenings, exhibits, ethnic food and more. 10 am-5 pm; parade, 11 am. 6900 block of Linda Vista Rd., between Comstock & Ulric Sts. www.lindavistafair.org; 858-324-1881.