San Diego Symphony Presents Beethoven By the Bay at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park!
Celebrate this annual favorite with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra and the music of arguably the greatest composer of all time at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 4. Led by Johann Stuckenbruck, enjoy this summer evening on the Bay with Ludwig van Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4 with soloist Eric Lu, Symphony No. 3 “Eroica” and the Overture to Fidelio. Tickets
Join La Jolla Music Society For Mendelssohn and Dreams and Prayers SummerFest Concert!
Join La Jolla Music Society on Aug. 4 for two heart-stopping pieces of virtuosity and expressivity: Mendelssohn's stormy Piano Trio No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 66 and The Dreams and Prayers of Isaac the Blind—the quintet that brought Argentinian composer Osvaldo Golijov to international attention. Ticket holders are invited to come early and enjoy a FREE performance of Brahms’ String Quartet in C Minor, Opus 51, No. 1. Tickets
Sneak Over to Prohibition, A Charming Speakeasy with Live Music in the Gaslamp Quarter!
Prohibition San Diego, CA
Love glamour and Gatsby? Sneak over to the Gaslamp’s most exclusive speakeasy, Prohibition, for an evening of immersion into the world of F. Scott Fitzgerald and beyond. Located behind a covert entrance in downtown San Diego on 5th Avenue (ask Eddie O’Hare, Esquire for directions), this intimate 1920s-themed nightclub is the perfect escape. Featuring a wide array of delicious cocktails crafted with artistic execution, Prohibition features live jazz and blues music and an excuse to pull on the 1920s attire to kick off the weekend. Street clothes are acceptable Sunday through Thursday, but dress code is requested Fridays and Saturdays....
Hear ‘Dreams and Prayers’ at The Conrad in La Jolla!
Hear "Dreams and Prayers of Isaac the Blind" by Golijov, as well as works by Bach and Mendelssohn at The Conrad on Friday, Aug. 4. Ticket-holders can come early to enjoy a FREE pre-concert performance of Brahms' String Quartet in C Minor, Opus 51, No. 1. by Quartet Integra. Tickets
Old Town San Diego’s beloved Bazaar del Mundo Shops present three lively days of folk art, food and entertainment at its annual Latin American Festival and Mata Ortiz Pottery Market!
Old Town San Diego’s beloved Bazaar del Mundo Shops present three lively days of folk art, food and entertainment at its annual Latin American Festival and Mata Ortiz Pottery Market, August 4–6. The colorful marketplace will feature hand-painted Mata Ortiz pottery, dazzling artisan jewelry, vibrant Mexican clothing and textiles, and various other collectibles. Talented artists from Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, Ecuador and other Latin American countries will showcase one of the most extensive collections of genuine Latin American folk art this side of the border. The festival also exhibits San Diego’s largest collection of authentic Mata Ortiz pottery, a centuries-old art...
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