Jessica Chenoweth 
It’s that time of year where there is SO much to do in San Diego with the holidays swiftly approaching. If you’re not ready to start putting on your Christmas hat just yet, here are some fun things to do with your family that aren’t holiday related this November:
Imaginarium “Where Light Meets Magic.”
An enchanting interactive walk-through light spectacular with millions of lights, enchanted forests and more. Tues.–Sun., 7–11 pm. Through Nov. 10. $21. Las Americas Premium Outlets, 4211 Camino De La Plaza. www.imaginarium360.com/san-diego
Fleet Week San Diego
Events designed to honor and celebrate our military’s contribution to our nation and community. Many events open to the general public. Nov. 1-11 Broadway Pier, downtown San Diego. Schedule: www.fleetweeksandiego.org
Escondido Renaissance Fair
Jousting, live entertainment and more. Nov. 2–3, 10 am–6 pm. $12–$27; under 5 free. Felicita County Park, 742 Clarence Lane. www.oldetymeproductions.com
Escondido Tamale Festival
Celebrate Hispanic culture with tamale contest, kids’ zone, music and more. Nov. 2nd, 11 am–7 pm. Grape Day Park, 321 N. Broadway. https://usamulticultural.org/escondido-tamale-festival
Fall Back Festival
Fun, educational activities and demonstrations for families. Nov 3, 12–4 pm. Gaslamp Quarter. www.gaslamp.org
Train Song Festival
Model railroad layouts, train rides and more. Nov 9, 10 am–4 pm. Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd., Poway. www.poway.org
“Lightscape.”
This one-mile walking trail features a California poppy-inspired display, an illuminated laser sky, playful fiber optic flowers and a bespoke floral display. Through Jan. 5. 5–10 pm. $15–$34; under 3 free. San Diego Botanic Garden, 300 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. www.sdbg.org
