5 things to do in San Diego this weekend

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) -- With the arrival of another weekend comes more opportunity for San Diegans to enjoy some fun and leisure under the Southern California sun. Once again, there's a long lineup up activities and events in the region. For those looking to take advantage of their days off, here are some things [...]

5 things to do in San Diego this weekend

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) -- With the arrival of another weekend comes more opportunity for San Diegans to enjoy some fun and leisure under the Southern California sun.

Once again, there's a long lineup up activities and events in the region. For those looking to take advantage of their days off, here are some things to do across the county this weekend:

North Park Salsa Fest

There will be a salsa tasting competition, with local restaurants competing to earn bragging rights this Saturday. Attendees get to taste the salsas and cast their vote. There will also be musical performances, kid activities, food trucks, as well as a beer garden featuring local breweries and cocktails. Tickets start at $15 presale and all proceeds go toward Jefferson Elementary School.

Chicano Park Day Celebration

This family-friendly event takes place Saturday and free to attend. Those who check out this celebration can expected to experience traditional music and dance, including Aztec Indigenous dance. There will also be a lowrider exhibition, art workshops for children, as well as arts and crafts vendors. This year's theme is "'Bringing back the true spirit and energy of the Chicano Park Takeover."

Fallbrook Avocado Festival

Happening Sunday, this yearly festival will have craft food vendors, a beer and wine garden, live bands and an artisan walk. As far as the green fruit goes, there will be an avocado holding competition and an avocado attire contest. The festival take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is free to attend. Free shuttles will also be available.

Multi-Cultural Earth Day at WorldBeat Center

This free event is meant to "call for unity for climate and food justice," according to its organizers. There will be live music and several cultural showcases like Japanese Taiko, Middle Eastern drumming and belly dancing, Brazilian Samba and more. There will also be "earth friendly" informational booths and vegetarian food vendors.

San Diego Legion vs. Utah Warriors

Head over to Snapdragon Stadium Sunday to catch San Diego Legion play at home. Tailgating begins at 1 p.m. with DJ Beatnick and a beer garden. There will also be youth rugby and flag football clinics starting at 1 p.m. for kids. the first 1,000 people in attendance will get a free team t-shirt.

Enjoy your weekend, San Diego.