September 9: Come down to the beach and enjoy a dog surfing competition, fundraiser, and beach day. The event features music, food, kids crafts, beach games and prizes, vendor booths, a costume contest, a dog agility course, and more. Sunday, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Del Mar Dog Beach. (858) 756-4117. www.animalcenter.org/surf-dog-surf-a-thon