Sunnier skies are on the horizon this weekend, and so are a whole new batch of FREE events and activities to take advantage of. From free yoga workshops, to a free Italian movie, to a free festival on San Diego Bay – we’ve got you covered if you’re serious about being smart with your cash and time this weekend.

Friday, January 22

Tea Tasting at Halycon Tea
Nothing is more soothing on a rainy day than a warm cup of fragrant tea. Lucky for us, during 4 o’clock Fridays, Halycon Tea in South Park hosts a FREE tasting of a selected flavor. Plus, play with different water temperatures and infusion times to get a variety of results. Past 4 o’clock Fridays featured Lychee Black Tea (shoot, where was I???) and North Moroccan Mint.

San Diego Italian Film Festival Screening
In addition to its regular annual film festival in October, the San Diego Italian Film Festival also offers FREE monthly film screenings showcasing recently released Italian movies or Italian cinema classics. This Friday, catch La Seconda Notte di Nozze (The Second Wedding Night), Pupi Avati’s comedy set in Bologna after WWII. While films are free to watch, a $5 donation is encouraged.

Ugandan Orphans Choir
This group of children were once the neediest children in Uganda, living in hunger and poverty. Now, they are the fortunate few that have been rescued and given the opportunity to educate and enlighten with their music. Sure to make any heart sing, this FREE concert is being held at the World Beat Center 7-9pm.

Saturday, January 23

Big Bay Whale Days Festival
Celebrate the migration of thousands of California Gray Whales that starts at the Bering Sea, past the San Diego Coast to the warm protected waters off Baja California. During the Big Bay Whale Days Festival, enjoy FREE whale-watching cruises for children on Harbor Excursions and Hornblower San Diego (with purchase of adult ticket), FREE children admission aboard the USS Midway, as well as exhibit booths, music, face painting and a giant inflated gray whale to walk through.

Vegan Cooking Show
Always wonder why your vegetarian and vegan friends have a healthy glow about them? Part of it involves a colorful and varied diet (despite what meat eaters believe). See how you can incorporate some meatless items in your daily intake, during Vegan San Diego’s FREE vegan cooking demonstration around the county. The cooking shows are also followed by a buffet tasting of vegan recipes and a raffle. Previous recipes featured on the shows include tofu pasta, oatmeal raisin cookies, and stuffed pitas. Cooking show starts at 12pm at Scripps Miramar Ranch Library. RSVP required at info@vegansandiego.com

FREE Yoga Day USA
Find upward bliss with the downward dog. For FREE Yoga Day USA, you’ll find several free yoga workshops throughout the county. Ditch the chaotic schedule and grab your yoga mat for one of these uplifting classes.

One Love Yoga San Diego – Family Yoga
11:30am-12:30pm

Coronado Beach Yoga (South End of Ocean Blvd, at the beginning of Beach Village at the Hotel del Coronado)
10-11:15am

SpaceBar La Mesa – Classical Hatha Yoga
10-11:30am

La Jolla Yoga Center – True Beginner Class
9-10am

Yoga & Meditation Center – Health Awareness & Meditation
12:30-2pm

Yoga Oceanside – Introduction to Yoga
12-2pm

La Jolla Bridge Club – Yoga for Kids Ages 7-12
2-3pm

Yoga Vista Studio – Understanding Yoga and Your Dosha (Mind/Body type)
1:30-2:30pm

The Fountain at White Oak Court – Outdoor Gentle Yoga at the Fountain
10-11am

Sunday, January 24

Charity Workouts
Every Sunday at 9:30am, Charity Workouts meets in Balboa Park for a donation-based and rigorous boot camp workout. All donations are voluntary, but a minimum of $5 is your best bet. All proceeds go to a local charity that supports outdoor experiences for underprivileged youth. Keeping fit while supporting a worthwhile cause? Breaking a sweat never sounded so good.

Beatles Mania Revisited
Beatles fans can reminisce about their favorite boy band at the Edgeware Gallery’s newest exhibition, Artifacts and the Beatles. Check out memorabilia, rare audio recordings, and original Beatles’ artifacts. The Edgeware Gallery is located on Adams Avenue in Kensington.

Cheer on Carlsbad Marathoners
Watch and be inspired by more than 10,000 runners and walkers and the ocean views at the Tri-City Medical Center Carlsbad Marathon. The course will take participants through the charming Carlsbad Village, sandy beaches and picturesque lagoons. Check out the Spectator Guide for the best hot spots for cheering on your friends and family. This also includes the full entertainment lineup along the course, in case you’d like to station yourself close to the music.

One of this year’s official designated heroes of the Carlsbad Marathon is the vivacious son of a co-worker. Twelve-year-old Terry Leach has juvenile Huntington’s disease, which leaves him without the ability to talk or walk. Despite this, Terry is unrelentless when enjoying life and doing his best at school. In recognition for his inspiring perseverance against HD, Terry will be honored at a pre-race reception on Friday, January 22. Click here to read Terry’s inspiring story and donate what you’d like to support his cause.

Poetry Workshop
Wax poetic over whatever you’d like after taking the poetry writing class led by poet Michael McLaughlin at Cole Library on Carlsbad Village Drive. Registration required; starts at 10am.

Citizen Video Matinee
Catch Peter Sellers in one of his most brilliant roles, during Citizen Video’s FREE screening of Being There at Whistle Stop Bar in South Park. Pull up a chair, order a cold one and watch this adaptation of Jerzy Kosinski’s novel. Screening starts at 4pm.