Stay Connected With Virtual First Friday ARTS DISTRICT in September!
First Friday ARTS DISTRICT has gone digital! Check out the amazing line-up of talented arts and culture groups who will be sharing their craft with you at Virtual First Friday ARTS DISTRICT from 5-9 p.m. Sept. 4! This is San Diego's most unique event to find locally made gifts and enjoy artist workshops (like live painting called "Painting in a Pandemic" by Leslie Pierce) and dance performances. View the September schedule here
The Museum of Making Music Presents ‘The Songbirds’ — A Virtual Concert!
The Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad presents discussions, musical storytimes and virtual concerts titled "MoMM@Home" like "Songbirds" (pictured) on Sept. 10. This performance will be broadcast online live from the Museum of Making Music (with no audience). When you RSVP, you'll receive a website link to the event where you can join us live on the night of the concert! The museum encourages visitors of all ages, backgrounds and musical experience levels to enjoy MoMM@Home. Donate here to help the museum share the power of music.
Shop and Celebrate the Season With Village Faire Holiday Events!
Join the amazing small businesses in Carlsbad Village on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 28! The Village Faire Shipping Center is located in the heart of Historic Carlsbad Village in Carlsbad. This quaint boutique retail center is the home of diverse restaurants, shops and services surrounding a family-friendly fountain courtyard. Village Faire features apparel and gifts and plenty of places to grab a bite outdoors, like Gregorio's Italian Restaurant Also use your wit and wisdom to explore and discover downtown Carlsbad in the Carlsbad Village Treasure Hunt Explore historical sites, local art, and of course, excellent shopping and dining locations, for opportunities to win great prizes from Carlsbad Village businesses....
ARTS DISTRICT Presents ‘Salute the Season’ Art Installations!
Liberty Station is bringing holiday-themed art installations to its outdoor North and South Promenades, created by ARTS DISTRICT resident artists and in partnership with NTC Foundation. Inspired by the “Twelve Days of Christmas” chorale, the 12 installations will knit themes of unity and hope, a universal homage to a year defined by communal resiliency. Visitors are invited to embark on a self-guided tour to see each piece. Plus, snap a photo with your favorite installation, post to social media tagging @LibertyStation and using the hashtag #SaluteTheSeason, and be entered to win the following: 20 lucky families who enter Liberty Station's social media...
Rev Up for Jerome’s Holiday Drive-in Movie Night!
NOTE: Postponed: Holiday Drive in Movie Night at Jerome's. In light of the recent stay-at-home orders issued by the governor of California and out of an abundance of caution for customers, Jerome's has decided to postpone tomorrow nights family drive in movie. They are working on finding a new date that will work once the stay-at-home order is lifted. Your reserved spot will still be good for the rescheduled date. Rev up for Jerome's Holiday Drive-in Movie Night! This FREE customer appreciation event will be held at Jerome's Scripps Ranch Location from 6-9 p.m. Friday Dec. 11. Enjoy the family-friendly...
Celebrate Christmas City USA at Legacy International Center!
Legacy International Center 875 South Hotel Circle Drive, San Diego, CA
San Diego’s newest treasure presents a dazzling show of light, water, and music for three weekends in December! Sparkling lights on a 50-foot Christmas tree are choreographed to music and synchronized with fountains that dance with water through the air. Your family will enjoy festive performing arts groups and holiday treats! Discover the 18-foot digital snow globe and snap family photos at the life-sized nativity scene. Friday through Sunday at 6-9 p.m., Dec. 4-6, 11-13, and 18-20. The Center adheres to state guidelines including wearing masks and safe social distancing. Legacy Center
Live@MoMM Virtual Concert: Katie Thiroux Trio
Join the Museum of Making Music for its last virtual event of 2020 featuring the Katie Thiroux Trio. Streamed LIVE from the Museum of Making Music with no audience, band leader and bassist Katie Thiroux is joined by pianist Justin Kauflin and drummer Matt Witek. This free concert is 7-8:30 p.m. Dec.18. Please RSVP here With glowing endorsements from the likes of Quincy Jones, The New Yorker and NPR, Katie Thiroux has clearly established herself as one of the most exciting and in demand musicians today. Katie’s unique gift of simultaneously balancing sultry vocals and virtuosic bass playing leaves audiences worldwide...
San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum to Reopen to Public On May 11!
This San Diego Children's Discovery Museum in North San Diego County is ready to play! The hands-on Museum focused on science, art, and world cultures. will reopen its Discovery Garden on May 11 for the general public, operating Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Tickets must be reserved for a specific date and time frame on the website in advance by all guests, including Museum Members and Access for All visitors. In-person/walk-up ticket sales will not be available at this time. Tickets Following this initial reopening phase, the Museum plans to reopen its indoor exhibit hall in the near future. The San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum is located at 320 N....
Join the Spreckels Organ Society for Its Free Reopening Celebration Concert!
In-person events are returning to the Spreckels Organ Pavilion at Balboa Park! Kick things off with the Spreckels Organ Society starting at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, July 31 for its Reopening Celebration Concert, honoring essential workers. Lineup: • 5:30 pm A Fun Opera for Young Audiences & Families • 6:15 pm Dancing with the King of Instruments (San Diego Civic Youth Ballet & San Diego Civic Dance Arts) • 7 pm Sabor de México - Dances of Veracruz • 8 pm Remarks from SD Mayor Todd Gloria • 8:30 pm Mozart Requiem & Beethoven Grand Finale (San Diego Master Chorale &...
Join the Spreckels Organ Society for a Beer & Wine Festival On Labor Day!
Join the Spreckels Organ Society on Monday, September 6 (Labor Day) at 5:30 p.m. for a Beer & Wine Festival at Balboa Park, right before the Rock ‘N’ Roll Organ concert. The Spreckels Organ Society is happy to announce the return of this ever popular event featuring tastings of popular wines and beers paired with delectable tapas and finger foods. In addition, your admission price guarantees you preferred seating at the concert. Tickets are on sale now and limited to 200 attendees, so book early! Tickets are $55 a person, with wine glasses distributed while supplies last. Tickets: bit.ly/beerandwinefestival2021 (Please...