Things To Do This Weekend: October 7 – 9

All Weekend

Ocean Beach Oktoberfest

When: Friday 4-10pm, Saturday 11am-10pm

Location: Newport Ave & Abbott St

How much: Admission is free

OB Oktoberfest is back again this year with more entertainment, outstanding food and beer, and a good time to be had by all. The Oktoberfest will feature: the Brat Trot, world famous sausage toss with over $10,000 in cash and prizes, live bands on two stages, and a few more surprises. More information…

Big, the Musical

When: All Weekend, 7:30pm

Location: Moonlight Amphitheatre, Vista

How much: $18-25

Encore Youth Theatre, a program of the Moonlight Cultural Foundation, is excited to be the first youth theatre company in San Diego County to present big, The Musical, based on the 1987 hit movie starring Tom Hanks. You don’t want to miss this production as it bursts onstage in a vibrant, funny and touching musical. More information…

Friday

Local Flavor: Nena Anderson

When: 7:00pm

Location: Museum of Making Music

How much: $10

The Museum of Making Music brings you talented local artist, Nena Anderson. From the moody, minor-keyed, driving swamp blues of “Daggers,” the rollicking 60′s piano soul groove of “Roses & Kisses,” to the catchy heartache of “I Fall In Love Too Fast,” Nena proves she can write timeless songs for a modern audience.

Laser Tag at Ultrazone

When: 2:00pm-2:00am

Location: 3146 Sports Arena Blvd., Suite 21

How much: $7 per person per game

Ultrazone is the ultimate high tech adventure, where cutting edge computer technology combines with action-oriented team play to create an exciting, heart-racing experience. This is a true group activity – you are the game! From children 7 years old and up who expect to be thrilled, to those skeptical adults and business people who need a bit of convincing, everyone is completely captured by the game moments after play begins.

Saturday

Kobey’s Swap Meet

When: 7:00am-3:00pm

Location: 3500 Sports Arena Blvd

How much: $1

Kobey’s Swap Meet is the largest swap meet in San Diego County and one of the largest in the state. Kobey’s Swap Meet is an open-air swap meet that is held in the huge parking lot of the Valley View Casino Center, which until recently was called the San Diego Sports Arena.

Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

When: Call (619) 298-8687 for availability

Location: Old Town San Diego, 4010 Twiggs Street

How much: $18-25

Old Town Trolley Tours invites you to explore our premier “frightseeing” tour, Ghosts & Gravestones Night Tour. Prepare yourself for an evening of fun, scares, and ghost stories as you are guided through one of America’s most haunted cities. Hear local tales of murder and mayhem, mixed with a good dose of humor and history.

Breastfest 2011

When: 6:00-9:00pm

Location: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery, Vista

How much: $25-30 donation

Enjoy an Evening of Fun & Entertainment and Support the Fight Against Breast Cancer! The evening will include appetizers, a light dinner, desserts, wine and beer. There will be live music by Jack Stones, cooking demonstrations, raffle prizes, 50/50, boobie bingo, and a silent auction. You can win gift cards, sports gear and clothing, golf and spa packages, home appliances, quality cookware, hotel stays, wine and wine tours, and so much more! Brought to you by Beach Babes for Boobs.

Sunday

Little Italy Festa

When: 10:00am-6:00pm

Location: India Street, Little Italy

How much: Free

The Little Italy Festa is one of the largest Italian American festivals on the West Coast. Hip and Historic  Little Italy welcomes over 120,000 attendees with the tantalizing sights, sounds and aromas of Italian culture.  A full palette of Italian cuisine is complemented by traditional and modern Italian music, arts and crafts as well as a tribute to San Diego’s rich Italian American heritage.

Fifth Avenue Auto Showcase

When: 11:00am-4:00pm

Location: Fifth Avenue, E Street to K Street

How much: Free

The historic Gaslamp Quarter invites car enthusiasts to stroll Fifth Avenue at the 3rd Annual Fifth Avenue Auto Showcase presented by The Keating Hotel this Sunday. Get up close and personal with some of the most iconic automobiles in history! This free to view event will be open to the public and showcase high-performance automobiles ranging from the traditional classics to the lavish contemporary luxury vehicles.

Torrey Pines Guided Nature Walk

When: 10:00am and 2:00pm

Location: 12600 North Torrey Pines Road

How much: Free, $10 to park

The Torrey Pines State Reserve offers free guided walks through their scenic park each weekend. Visit the reserve this Sunday to get some exercise and learn about our local flora and fauna. Torrey Pines State Reserve is a beautiful beach-side park with lush greenery, great hiking trails, and spectacular ocean views.