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San Diego Junior Theatre Opens Season 79 with “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”
San Diego Junior Theatre launches its 79th season with “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” running Friday, October 23 through Sunday, November 8, 2026, at the Casa del Prado Theatre in Balboa Park, located at 1600 Village Place, at the corner of Old Globe Way. Directed by Producing Artistic Director Joey Price, with music direction by […]
Día de Los Muertos Celebration in Old Town San Diego
Get ready for a vibrant and unforgettable Día de Los Muertos celebration in Old Town San Diego, happening from Saturday, October 31 through Monday, November 2, 2026. This year’s event promises an experience filled with culture, tradition, and fun for the entire family. Explore Over 40 Unique Altars (Ofrendas): Take a stroll through the heart […]
Tricks, Treats, and Good Eats in October
By Sarah Church, President Mission Hills BID, co-owner Pizza e Birra October already?! Pardon my surprise at how quickly time is going by. That tends to happen when it’s full of fun events. As we fall right into the next month on our calendars, let’s take a moment to be grateful for a few things: […]
San Diego Junior Theatre Presents “Les Misérables: School Edition”
San Diego Junior Theatre closes out its vibrant 78th season with the beloved musical, “Les Misérables: School Edition.” Directed by Desha Crownover, who also directed JT’s first production of “Les Misérables” in 2009, with music direction by Michael Tyree, this student production brings one of musical theatre’s most recognized stories to the Junior Theatre stage. […]
48th Annual Haute with Heart Fashion Show on Saturday, August 15th
St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC), a nonprofit organization that serves adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will host the 48th Annual Haute with Heart Fashion Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, August 15 at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront in Downtown (1 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101). This year’s theme, “Hidden Diamonds,” […]
The 23rd Annual Harvest for Hope Fundraiser Returns During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
The Emilio Nares Foundation (ENF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families navigate their child’s journey with cancer and other life-threatening diseases, invites the community to its 23rd Annual Harvest for Hope on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 5:30 p.m at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. The fundraiser brings together supporters for an unforgettable evening celebrating hope, resilience […]
San Diego Junior Theatre Presents “A Bad Case of Stripes: The Musical”
San Diego Junior Theatre continues its vibrant 78th season with “A Bad Case of Stripes: The Musical,” a whimsical and heartfelt adaptation of the beloved children’s book by David Shannon. “A Bad Case of Stripes: The Musical” brings to life the story of Camilla Cream, a young girl who struggles with fitting in and finds herself literally transforming […]
Woodswoman: Earthseed by Saya Woolfalk
The New Children’s Museum, located at 200 W. Island Avenue in downtown San Diego, has a new immersive exhibition titled Woodswoman: Earthseed by New York–based multidisciplinary artist Saya Woolfalk. Created in partnership with the Museum, the installation transforms the lower-level gallery into a vibrant, oversized environment inspired by Woolfalk’s visionary world-building and themes of transformation, […]
City Funding Elimination Threatens Arts Access for Thousands of San Diego Youth
The City’s elimination of arts and culture funding is poised to significantly impact three longstanding youth arts organizations housed in Balboa Park’s Casa del Prado: San Diego Junior Theatre, San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, and San Diego Youth Symphony. Together, these organizations serve thousands of young people and families each year, providing arts education, performance […]
Philanthropic Evening Benefits Children and Adults with Disabilities
The Arc of San Diego is thrilled to announce its 2026 Annual Gala, an inspirational evening themed Joie de Vivre, taking place Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. The celebration invites guests to immerse themselves in an atmosphere of enchantment, wonder, and connection, honoring the joy of living and the […]
