Fierce & Kind Susan G. Komen Walk Weekend
November 1-3
Join Fierce & Kind Spirits for a cocktail event at Understory on November 1, with a portion of proceeds supporting the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Then, walk with the Fierce & Kind team at the MORE THAN PINK Walk on November 3.
San Diego Youth Services YAB (Youth Action Board) Traveling Through Time Gala
November 2
Check out the San Diego Youth Services YAB (Youth Action Board) Traveling Through Time Gala, where attendees are encouraged to dress in attire from any era. All proceeds benefit the Youth Action Board, supporting young adults across the city.
Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K
November 2
Join the 8th annual Thrive half marathon and 5K benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The loop course begins and ends at Ski Beach in Mission Bay, featuring fast, flat stretches with scenic bay views and ocean breezes.
Kate Sessions Day Tree Planting
November 8
Celebrate the launch of the $10 million “Ready, Set, Grow” project by planting trees at a community event in honor of Kate Sessions. Funded by the USDA Forest Service and hosted by the City of San Diego, this event marks the start of the tree-planting season.
Hands Across Borders – Global Community Gala
November 8
Support Hands Across Borders’ work at Hyatt Regency La Jolla. This gala benefits communities affected by poverty, disasters, and conflict, with proceeds going towards local and global efforts.
From San Diego with Love Charity Benefit
November 9
This charity event, themed around espionage, benefits Feeding San Diego. A VIP pre-gala includes a yacht excursion around San Diego Bay, followed by the main event at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront.
Adopt-A-Pet Fundraiser
November 9
El Chingon in Gaslamp hosts a fundraiser for TAP (The Animal Pad), with 20% of bar proceeds donated to help find homes for pets. Enjoy tacos, margaritas, and adoptable furry friends.
San Diego Youth Services’ Walk & Rally
November 15
Join this two-hour walk and rally in downtown San Diego to raise funds and awareness for youth homelessness.
3rd Annual Kindness Fest
November 16
Support trafficking survivors at the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach. The music fundraiser highlights community, music, and social impact, with proceeds going towards survivors of human trafficking.
6th Annual State of Hunger & 50th Anniversary Celebration
November 21
Celebrate the San Diego Hunger Coalition’s 50th anniversary and explore hunger relief strategies with a networking reception and silent auction. Proceeds benefit local hunger programs.
Father Joe’s Village 23rd Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K
November 28
Join the annual Turkey Trot 5K at Balboa Park. All proceeds go towards providing meals for San Diegans in need, supporting Father Joe’s Village’s food program.
19th Annual O’side Turkey Trot 5K
November 28
Taking place in Oceanside, this nationally recognized event features a costume contest, live entertainment, and finisher medals, benefiting the Move Your Feet Before You Eat Foundation.