What’s Happening Around East County This Weekend?

Are you ready for the weekend? This one might be your last chance to enjoy some calm before the holidays are in full swing. So get out and enjoy it before shopping mayhem begins!

Stay local or head to a neighboring Patch town—we have the events covered.

Here are five must-see things to do in East County this weekend.

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La Mesa Food Fest Friday

TGIFFF (Thank Goodness it's Food Fest Friday!) - Come hungry and ready to eat. Food trucks will line up 7871 University Avenue on Friday, Nov. 16 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Food trucks will donate 10% of the proceeds to East County non-profits and charities. For more info, visit Food Fest Friday's Facebook.

Ice Skating at Viejas Outlet

Iceskate, shop, and repeat! The largest outdoor ice skating rink will open at the Viejas Outlet shopping center on Friday Nov. 16 at 6 p.m.

Admission is $12 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under. Prices include skate rentals and 90 minutes of skating.

Cornerstone Community Church's Yard Sale

Get a head start on holiday shopping! Cornerstone Community Church is hosting a yard sale to help those in Lemon Grove.

Head to 7988 Broadway on Saturday, Nov. 17 at 8 a.m. Choose from clothing, shoes, toys, books and more!

Learn Geological History of Cowles Mountain

Do you frequently hike up Cowles Mountain? Learn more about the dirt paths and geological history that were naturally created. 

A lecture by Emeritus Professor Pat Abbott will be on Saturday, Nov. 17 at 1 p.m. Seating is limited and reservations are required.  

Mother Goose Parade

Santa Clause and Moother goose are coming to town! The Mother Goose parade will hit the streets of El Cajon on Sunday, Nov. 18 at 10 a.m.

Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy the parade filled with floats, music, and more.