Sing Along to Broadway Melodies with the San Diego Symphony!
Sing along to your favorite Broadway melodies with The San Diego Symphony Orchestra in a night of unforgettable romance at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Conductor Rob Fisher leads the orchestra, and and vocalists Mikaela Bennett, Corey Cott, Rob McClure and Elizabeth Stanley combine to perform well-loved songs from West Side Story, Brigadoon, Into the Woods, Carousel, On the Town, Guys and Dolls, Show Boat and more. Enjoy "Broadway Romance" on Aug. 25. Tickets
La Jolla Music Society Presents ‘Unsilenced Voices’ Program at The Conrad
Hear "Unsilenced Voices," a SummerFest program at The Conrad at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25. Whether silenced by political oppression, the horrors of war, or societal and ideological imperatives, the composers on this program managed to create lyrical and hopeful works often in the most challenging or horrific of circumstances. From Schulhoff and Messiaen composing in Nazi concentration camps to Fanny Mendelssohn struggling for recognition in the shadow of her famous brother, from a Montgomery piece written in the height of the COVID-19 lockdown to Shostakovich’s brilliant response to the horrors of war, these pieces raise us up and give...
Celebrate International Dog Day!
Celebrate #InternationalDogDay by watching an outdoor movie with your favorite pups… take a ranger-led hike to learn about cool plants and interesting animals… touch real skins and pelts at several Nature Discovery Tables... here’s what’s scheduled this weekend for #free in County parks! Friday, Aug. 25 5 p.m., DC League of Super-Pets @ County of San Diego Waterfront Park https://fb.me/e/2EypsVj4y 5 p.m., SD Nights Virtual Paint Night 6:30 p.m., DC League of Super-Pets @ San Dieguito https://fb.me/e/2GP88buxf Saturday, Aug. 26 9 a.m., Nature Discovery Table @ Sycamore Canyon/Goodan Ranch 9 a.m., Ranger-led Hike to Annie’s Canyon @ San Elijo 9:30 a.m., Animal Track Identification @ Morrison Pond...
Buy Colorful and Unique Gifts at Bazaar del Mundo Shops!
Bazaar del Mundo 4133 Taylor St., San Diego, CA
Find gifts for everyone on your list at the Bazaar del Mundo Shops, a vibrant collection of boutiques in San Diego’s Old Town full of unique items from around the world. Then head next door to Casa Guadalajara for holiday specials, plus sizzling fajitas, tantalizing handmade tortillas and birdbath margaritas. Celebrate the holidays with family and friends at these favorite San Diego venues! Learn more about Bazaar del Mundo here
Unwind at Ocean Crest Spa at Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach!
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa 1 Ponto Road, Carlsbad, CA
Ocean Crest Spa, inspired by the healing powers of the sea, offers an environmentally sensitive, organic spa experience, utilizing custom-blended, organic, pure and locally sourced ingredients and brands. The spa offers an array of rejuvenating facials, body therapies and scrubs, stress-relieving massages and couple’s experiences. Start to unwind when entering this beautifully designed space with both indoor and outdoor relaxation areas. The spa is open to resort guests and visitors. If you’re a local, check out “Spa Like a Local” specials. Ocean Crest Spa is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Monday. Please call (760) 683-5555 for an appointment. Ocean...
The Menu is Smokin’ Hot at Kansas City BBQ!
Kansas City Barbeque 600 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
Enjoy smokin' hot food at Kansas City Barbeque, an easygoing hangout serving hearty helpings of barbeque and beer in downtown San Diego. The restaurant has re-crafted its patio. Dine in shady comfort or under festive lights! Aside from its tasty ribs, Kansas City Barbeque, also serves sandwiches, chicken and beef, and delicious side dishes including cole slaw, beans, potato salad and more. Open daily 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Kansas City Barbeque
Take the Bus Or Train to Padres Games and More With NCTD!
North County Transit Distrcit 810 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA
Skip the traffic and ride in style to San Diego Padres games, and shopping and dining destinations this spring! Parking is free at all COASTER stations making transit the best way to avoid traffic, save money, and enjoy time with family and friends. Download the PRONTO mobile app to purchase your ride on COASTER before you arrive at the platform. To use PRONTO, simply add value to your account and tap your PRONTO card or scan your mobile app every time you ride. NCTD
Try the New Vegetarian Panini at Sunny Side Kitchen in Escondido!
Sunny Side Kitchen 155 S Orange St., Escondido, CA
Feel the warmth and be welcomed like family at Sunny Side Kitchen, an award-winning breakfast and lunch gem in Escondido. Former journalists-turned-restaurant owners offer grilled-to-order panini, fresh salads, homemade soups, real old-fashioned lemonade and bite-size cookies along with one of “The best breakfast sandwiches in America” according to Yelp and Bake Magazine. Pictured: The restaurant's new vegetarian panini with avocado, spinach, fresh sliced tomato, red onion, and feta cheese. Gather inside or opt for delivery within five miles of the restaurant. Takeout is available, as is online ordering, and they love to cater too! Open Mon.-Sat. 6:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m., closed on Sunday. Sunny Side Kitchen
Catch ‘In the Air Tonight: A Symphonic Celebration of Genesis and Phil Collins’ at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park!
Phil Collins’s one-of-a-kind drum work and songwriting have left an enduring mark on music. With the mega-band Genesis and his numerous solo hits, Phil Collins—along with bandmates Tony Banks and Mike Rutherford—penned unforgettable hits that changed the landscape of rock and pop music. This symphonic tribute features two vocalists and the set list includes hits such as “Follow You Follow Me,” “Abacab,” “I Missed Again,” “Turn It on Again,” “Sussudio,” “One More Night,” “Take Me Home,” “Two Hearts,” and the iconic “In the Air Tonight.” Stuart Chafetz conducts. Tickets Please note: neither Phil Collins, nor Peter Gabriel nor any past...
SummerFest Finale at The Conrad Features Celebratory ‘Serenades’ Concert!
SummerFest comes to a close with a celebratory concert on Aug. 26 that will send you out into the night on a positive and wonderful note. In addition to Tchaikovsky’s lush and beautiful Serenade for Strings and Bruch’s Double Concerto for Clarinet, Viola, and String Orchestra, that will sweep you off your feet, Inon Barnatan has arranged Freddie Mercury and Queen’s biggest and most intriguing rock hit, “Bohemian Rhapsody,” for five cellos and piano. This will be the climax of a festival that audiences will be talking about for years to come. Tickets