Big Bay Boom Fireworks to Light Up San Diego

Wednesday, 24 June 2009
Contact: Barbara Moreno (619) 686-6216

The countdown is on! The party of the year is coming to San Diego's Big Bay.  The Port of San Diego’s 9th Annual Big Bay Boom will light up the sky July 4.  The event is ranked No. 1 this year, west of the Mississippi, by the travel industry.  The fireworks show is a great way to spend the entire day along the Big Bay.

• READ MORE: Big Bay Boom event details and parking/shuttle information

Sailboats to Race San Diego's Big Bay for Good Cause

Tuesday, 09 June 2009
Contact: Barbara Moreno (619) 686-6216

A special sailing event is coming to San Diego Bay June 12 and 13. The first ever West Marine Challenged America Regatta will bring the waters off Shelter Island alive with dozens of sailboats racing to help raise money to help those with disabilities learn to sail.

Described as "a fun race for bragging rights," the regatta helps support the work of Challenged America.

"Challenged America really began in 1978 out of the frustration by two disabled veterans who just wanted to learn how to sail and no one at that time was able to handle their special needs," said Urban Miyares, co-founder of Challenged America.

Big Bay July 4 Fireworks Show Promises a Big Boom (Updated)

Thursday, 04 June 2009
Contact: Marguerite Elicone (619) 686-6281

Get out the red, white and blue regalia and start planning your picnic, because July 4^th is just around the corner. The Port of San Diego will be celebrating Independence Day with a party like no other - the Big Bay Boom 2009.

This will be the ninth year that the Port sponsors the annual fireworks extravaganza on San Diego Bay and this year's show will be as enthralling as always.

It all starts at 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 4. Four barges, strategically placed around the north bay area of San Diego Bay, will discharge fireworks simultaneously to live broadcasted music on 105.7 The Walrus FM radio. The show will also be televised live on San Diego FOX 5 HD (high definition) and Cox 4 HD, covered with four remote cameras and a helicopter. The impeccably choreographed display will last approximately 16 1/2 minutes.

• Big Bay Boom 2009 Parking/Shuttle Information (216.65 kB)

First Annual “Baja by the Sea” Event to Showcase Cuisine, Wine and Culture of Mexico

Tuesday, 26 May 2009
Contact: Marguerite Elicone (619) 686-6222

On Saturday, May 30, 2009, the Port of San Diego's Embarcadero Marina Park North will turn into Baja California Norte for the first annual Baja by the Sea.

Harbor Cruises Go to the Dogs for Pet Rescue Day on the Big Bay

Tuesday, 12 May 2009
Contact: Barbara Moreno (619) 686-6216

The dog days of summer are getting off to an early start on Thursday, May 14. Port of San Diego tenant Hornblower Cruises and Events will host the 9th Annual Pet Rescue Day on the Bay, which will benefit Helen Woodward Animal Center. With the donation of a gently used blanket or towel, pet owners and their dogs can cruise for free on any one-hour harbor cruise.

The first available cruise is at 10 a.m. and the last cruise is at 4:15 p.m. Items will be collected from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1066 North Harbor Drive on the San Diego Embarcadero. The event is sponsored in part by PETCO, Frosty Paws® Frozen Treats for Dogs and the Port of San Diego.