San Diego Boat Show
This annual event makes even greater waves this year as it features eco-friendly boating, free sailboat rides, the popular Wakeboard Stunt Show and the Big Bay Kids’ Area with boating safety puppet shows, boat painting and more. Jan. 8 & 9, noon-8 pm; Jan. 10, 10 am-8 pm; Jan. 11, 11 am-6 pm. $5-$10; ages 12 & under free. San Diego Convention Center & Marriott Marina, 111 West Harbor Dr., downtown San Diego. www.sandiegoboatshow.com; 858-274-9924.

Cannon Battles on San Diego Bay
Start the year with a bang! Watch the Lynx battle it out with the Californian, and experience all the action on board as you hear the blast of six-pound deck guns and taunt the opposing ship’s crew! Jan. 17 & 18, 1-4 pm. The adventure continues on Jan. 24 & 25 (1-4 pm) as the Spirit of Dana Point and the HMS Surprise join the two ships for a battle you’ll never forget! $35-$55. Ships depart from the Maritime Museum on the North Embarcadero.
www.sdmaritime.org; 619-234-9153, ext. 101.

Lunar New Year Tet Festival
Get a taste of Vietnam at this annual event featuring live entertainment, replica Vietnamese structures that give a nostalgic look at life in Vietnam, activities for all ages, sumptuous cuisine and more. Jan. 23, 4-10 pm; Jan. 24, 10 am-10 pm; Jan. 25, 10 am-8 pm. Balboa Park, cor. of Presidents Way & Park Blvd.
www.sdtet.com; 858-201-6098.

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Family Day at the San Diego International Auto Show. Stop by the Mazda exhibit and meet Iron Man and Spider-Man! Today, 10 am-3 pm. Adults $10; ages 12 & under free with paid adult. Also, view the vehicles of the future that includes more than 400 new model vehicles, concept cars and alternative fuel vehicles. Closes at 7 pm. San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr., downtown San Diego.
www.sdautoshow.com; 619-525-5000.

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Tidepooling For All. Aquarium naturalists guide participants as they explore local tide pools filled with native marine life. Today, 1:30-3:30 pm in Dike Rock, La Jolla & Jan. 25, 1:30-3:30 pm in Swami’s, Encinitas. Ages 2 & up $12. For directions and to RSVP, call 858-534-7336. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu.

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Multicultural Festival. Experience cultures from around the globe through storytelling, music, food, kid-friendly activities and more. Also, see Global Villages that showcase various international customs. Today, 11 am-5 pm. Free. Along Martin Luther King, Jr. Promenade, Harbor Dr., between Fourth Ave. & Market St., downtown San Diego. www.ccdc.com; 619-533-7145.

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The Salvation Army Kroc Center Open House. Bring the family and enjoy guided tours, an all-venue pass for the day, snacks, prizes and more. Today, 10 am-2 pm. Free. 6845 University Ave., San Diego.
www.kroccenter.org; 619-287-KROC.