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13 events, The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year. This annual burst of color is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California. La Jolla Playhouse’s celebrated annual WOW Festival is a four-day celebration of immersive, interactive and surprising art experiences from local, national and international artists. This is theatre - without walls. From April 24 – 27, discover more than 20 new works including free and paid events with fun for the whole family. WOW Festival is […] International. Exquisitely detailed. Exotic. One of a kind. And, we haven’t even begun to talk about the 170+ cars displayed along the pristine Pacific Ocean at the La Jolla Concours d’Elegance. The anticipation soon will become reality, with the nineteenth year of this premiere automotive and lifestyle event, splashed with Southern California flair. Reserve your […]  Find your spark at the L.A. Times Festival of Books, April 26-27 on the USC campus. General admission is free and the festival will also feature exclusive paid events with authors and celebrities. Stay tuned: the lineup will be announced soon.  Explore two days dedicated to stepping into climate leadership. Join in on conversations with climate leaders, get into the groove with musical performances and art contests, build community and connect with eco-minded exhibitors, and learn how to lean into climate action. This festival is the longest-running and most consistently held public Earth Day celebration in […] Since 1984, ArtWalk San Diego has produced fine art festivals that celebrate both visual and performing arts. Our mission has remained the same since our inception: To create high quality venues for fine artists to showcase and sell their work, making the possibility of collecting original art accessible to everyone. Artists travel from across the […]  DigiFest® is an Annual 3-Day Digital Media Festival and Competition that celebrates multi-media’s unique power to bring together several media forms that share original stories, diverse perspectives, and rich emotional journeys through collaborating digital mediums. Visit site for locations. DigiFest is included on our SoCal Spotlight Film Festival page. Come and shop for American handmade arts and crafts on the farm at the “Spring Festival” Arts, Crafts and Vintage Market. Up-cycled, recycled, restored, vintage, antique, and handmade wares will be offered with a large variety of jewelry, woodworking, candles, soaps, fine art, and more. - Join us and the San Diego community on Sunday, April 27, 2025, for our GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge as we celebrate all we have to proud of, connect our community and […] - The Bolsa Chica Conservancy welcomes our community to get involved. Join us for games, family friendly activities, animal interactions, guided tours of the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, a beach cleanup at Bolsa Chica State Beach, information booths from local environmental agencies and organizations, food, music and more! - We are thrilled to announce the San Diego Spring Sake Festival, celebrating the arrival of "Nama" Sake—a rare, unpasteurized sake that is only available during spring! The San Diego Sake Club, in partnership with the Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum, will be hosting this special event. Join us for an unforgettable experience as we guide you through the finest […] | 1 event, | 1 event, | 1 event, | 2 events,In our continued work to create spaces for expression, engagement, and empowerment, Visual Communications is proud to present the 41st edition of the VC Film Fest / Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival from May 1 to May 7, 2025. The Festival will feature a robust lineup of in-person programming, along with virtual programming for […] | 6 events,BeachLife Fest is BACK May 2nd-4th at Redondo Beach! Our mission is to inspire community, authenticity, and generosity through the celebration of music, art, and our Southern California BeachLife culture. We were lucky enough to grow up in Southern California on the beach — surfing, hanging out with sand between our toes, vibing with friends, and […] Fri May 2 11:00AM - Sat May 3 11:00PM Join the list for Early Access to San Luis Obispo's Vibrant Music Festival Shabang Music Festival, San Luis Obispo's biggest music celebration, is gearing up for its highly anticipated return in 2025, set for May 2nd and 3rd. This year’s event promises to be bigger and […] The 21st Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival returns to the seaside streets of Orange County, California the weekend of May 2-4. The Hoag OC Running Festival showcases three days of events, including the Kids Run the OC Empowered by Hoag, the U.S. Bank OC 5K at sunset on Saturday and Sunday’s half and full marathons. […] The LA County Fair puts the spotlight on all things creative in 2025 with its theme Art Unleashed. The Fair has been a celebration of art for more than a century: home arts, culinary arts, visual arts, performing arts, fine arts. The art of having fun. The art of making memories. Celebrate artistry and mastery […] | 16 events,THIS WEEKEND, the desert turns decidedly retro at the Retro Palm Springs Fan Convention — where the past is alive, the vibes are vintage, and the fandom is forever. 🚀 Step into a world of neon dreams and analog magic: 🎤 celeb guests & cast reunions (Saved By The Bell, Beverly Hills 90210, Land of […] - The Hard Quartet is a band. But what is a band? A band, perhaps, can be thought of as a body, a corpus, in which physically discrete lifeforms comprise a chimera that shrieks with one voice. In this particular band, which is one of millions in the world today, four players selflessly merge, become musical, […] - Free event from 8:00 AM-NOON. You'll see 30–40 Concours d'Elegance-quality Packard automobiles from the 1920s – early 1950's. Enter hotel parking lot through the Back Bay entrance. Presented by Packards International Motor Car Club. - You are invited to be a part of the newest Pop Culture Convention in San Diego County – AniPop! This kawaii anime themed event will feature Panels, a Fashion Show, Entertainment, Cool Merch Vendors, Talented Artists, an Idol Showcase, and so much more! AniPop will be open for fun and adventure on both days from 10:00 […] |
12 events, The San Diego French Film Festival is an annual event held in the spring in San Diego, California, organized by the Alliance Française San Diego, dedicated to showcasing contemporary francophone cinema. Our next and 5th edition, is on May 4-7, 2025 at THE LOT La Jolla. The Festival celebrates francophone cultures, language, and the art […] “HAMILTON is the kind of transformative theatrical experience that has only happened a few times in the history of American musicals.” – The Guardian A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation. HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for […] - You are invited to be a part of the newest Pop Culture Convention in San Diego County – AniPop! This kawaii anime themed event will feature Panels, a Fashion Show, Entertainment, Cool Merch Vendors, Talented Artists, an Idol Showcase, and so much more! AniPop will be open for fun and adventure on both days from 10:00 […] - Featuring food, beer, and wine tastings from top local restaurants and breweries. You do not want to miss the opportunity to come together and celebrate the excellent Orange restaurants! This event includes opportunities drawings, music, and MORE! Proceeds benefit the Orange Blossoms Auxiliary, an auxiliary of the Assistance League of Orange. Our programs focus on […] - Greek Theatre Pit: Seated All ages allowed. All require a ticket for entry. | 3 events,Gator By The Bay is San Diego’s largest and most authentic Louisiana-themed festival, held annually around Mother’s Day weekend. Presented by the Bon Temps Social Club, this four-day, family-friendly event features over 100 musical acts across seven stages, southern cuisine (including 10,000 pounds of crawfish!), live music, dancing, and more. Located at Spanish Landing Park […] | 4 events, - Get ready for a night of unforgettable music as Bobby Dee Presents brings you My Platinum Playlist Tour – kicking off right here at Frontwave Arena! 🎶 This star-studded lineup features iconic performances by: Ashanti, Juvenile, Jeremih, Lloyd, Chingy, Lumidee, Mike Jones, and Nina Sky. (lineup subject to change) Hosted by the electrifying J Valentino, this concert promises to be a nostalgic ride filled with platinum hits […] | 13 events, The residents of Pasadena and Altadena welcome us into their communities each year and it means so much to us. In partnership with the Rose Bowl Operating Company, our Pasadena festivals have made a donation of $250,000 to the Eaton Fire Relief & Recovery Fund, which provides flexible support to local nonprofit organizations responding to […] The Annual Balboa Park Powwow, hosted by the San Diego American Indian Health Center, invites you to experience a weekend full of tradition, vibrant performances, and cultural pride. This family-friendly event is an opportunity to witness the richness of Native American heritage through music, dance, art, and community connection. All People Are Welcome This event […] - For over 20 years the Oceanside Historical Society has hosted Downtown History Walks. History Walks are held the 2nd Saturday of each month beginning in April and run through September. We start at 9:00 a.m. in front of the Oceanside Public Library at 300 North Coast Highway (Look for the plaque of Andrew Jackson […] - Delight in an afternoon of delicious bites and sips with Coronado’s best restaurants and regional wineries. Three wine tasting areas offer over 40 food and wine participants in total to showcase the best of the island. You don’t want to miss this annual event! - Iliza Shlesinger is an award-winning comedian, actor, writer, producer and author, selling out theaters around the globe with a devoted fan base who are known for creating their own Iliza-inspired swag to wear to her shows. Her Hard Feelings world tour, featuring all new material, kicks off Summer 2023. In 2022, Iliza released her 6th […] | |||
6 events, - Troy Maxson was a star of the Negro baseball leagues, but now it’s 1957 and he’s a garbage man in Pittsburgh. In one of August Wilson’s best and most well-known plays, we see one man struggle with disappointment and the effect it has on his marriage and relationship with his sons. This powerful Pulitzer Prize-winning […] - Multi-platinum Australian artist Ziggy Alberts transforms Avril Lavigne's GRAMMY-nominated hit "Complicated" with a stripped-down, folk-tinged performance. Recasting the early 2000s anthem with warmth and subtle vulnerability, Alberts' acoustic rendition finds new meaning in the lyrics — more than 20 years after the song first captured listeners around the world. | 1 event, | 1 event, | 2 events, - Diana Krall is the only jazz singer to have eight albums debut at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. To date, her albums have garnered two GRAMMY® Awards, ten Juno® Awards and have earned nine Gold, three Platinum, and seven multi-Platinum albums. Her 1999 release of When I Look in Your Eyes spent […] | 2 events,Founded in 2003, the bi-annual (May & Oct) Joshua Tree Music Festival is held at the gateway to the world-renowned National Park. JTMF is a resource-generating powerhouse of passionate creativity, community empowerment, and arts education for all ages. A family inclusive global music experience in the magical Mojave. Committed to radical inclusion, these four-day funky […] | 5 events, Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival, San Diego's signature waterfront celebration, is gearing up for its highly anticipated return in 2025, set for May 16-18th. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever before, with stunning new features, exclusive experiences, and the biggest lineup of musical talent yet. Wonderfront 2025 Location: The festival […] Get Ready for the 29th Crawfish Festival! May 16-18, 2025 | Fountain Valley Sports Park off the 405 Frwy. in Orange County, CA. FREE PARKING! Tickets on sale now! Admission: $5 (Fri) / $15 (Sat/Sun) – Kids 12 yrs and under Free. New Orleans-style music Live: Grammy Winner and Hall of Famer Chubby Carrier, […] - After an unforgettable opening night in Phoenix, the Outlaw Music Festival 2025 rolls into North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre on May 15, Chula Vista today for the 2nd show, bringing the same unstoppable energy and legendary lineup! Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, and more are ready to light up the stage for another epic night of music, storytelling, and […] | 13 events,The experience of 2025! Step right up to a world of wonder and excitement—it’s not just a show, it’s an unforgettable adventure for the whole family! Get your tickets now and make memories that will last a lifetime! Two hour family friendly show. Tickets range from $25 to $85. Delicious food and drinks available VIP […] - “The Phony Awards,” is the original improvised awards show brought to you by Broadway’s Next Hit Musical! In this unique and interactive performance, master improvisers gather made-up, hit song suggestions from the […] - Top Guns Natural presented by Tactical Athletics LLC A fitness/bodybuilding competition where athletes compete on symmetry, muscularity and muscular conditioning. Standard Tickets $40, Senior, Student & Military tickets $25 ($48 including fees). Child 12 & under free - A European Car Experience in San Diego! Spring Festival 2025 by SOCAL | EURO is an intimate affair, nestled in a beautiful setting. This location boasts beautiful year-round weather and plenty of parking, ensuring a great experience for all spectators. Lush trees, and grass provides an enjoyable setting for all event-goers. Meet other European car enthusiasts. |
6 events, -  Inhabiting the rarified air of innovative jazz trumpeter and heart-centered crooner, Matt Von Roderick has been hailed as “a post-millennial Chet Baker” by the New York Times and "a top-drawer trumpeter who also sings like an angel obscured by a storm cloud” by JazzTimes Magazine. Von Roderick’s uplifting message and poignant sound have been featured […] | 2 events, | 2 events, | 2 events, | 2 events, | 5 events, May 17 - June 15 | Mandell Weiss Theatre By Jocelyn Bioh | Directed by Whitney White “Hot and hilarious… prepare for laughter.” The New York Times Direct from Broadway, this dazzling production welcomes you into Jaja’s bustling shop in Harlem, where a lively and eclectic group of West African hair braiders create masterpieces on the heads of neighborhood women. During one […]  The beloved Garden Grove Strawberry Festival returns for its 65th year this Memorial Day Weekend, May 23–26, drawing over 300,000 visitors to downtown Garden Grove for FREE admission and four days of fun, food, and entertainment. FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS • Opening Ceremony with FREE strawberry cake (May 23) • Saturday Parade featuring Grand Marshals & celebrities […]  Raise a glass in remembrance at the 20th Annual Newport Beach Wine Festival at Balboa Bay Resort. The 3-day ticketed event kicks off on the evening of May 23 with an exclusive 4-course dinner and reception hosted by Jean Charles Boisset and Balboa Bay Resort’s executive chef, Prabeen Prathapan. On May 24 from 1 to […] | 15 events, Madonnari, or street painters, transform the Mission plaza using pastels on pavement to create 150 vibrant and colorful, large-scale images. The Santa Barbara I Madonnari Street Painting Festival presents the rare opportunity to view artists of all ages create street paintings ranging from classical to original images. The annual, three-day festival is held on the […]  La Cañada Flintridge Chamber of Commerce and Community Association presents the Annual Fiesta Days this Memorial Day Weekend. Saturday, May 24 features a french toast breakfast, vintage car show, farmers market, Tournament of Roses Association Open House and Family Bingo Night and Ice Cream Sundae Bar. On Sunday, May 25 Lanterman House hosts a summer […]  Mission San Juan Capistrano continues its partnership with Homefront America, hosting the 2025 Field of Honor during Memorial Day weekend. Beginning May 20, more than 400 American Flags are planted in the ground to honor military, veterans and first responders, including K-9 and equestrian heroes. Although the mission is typically closed on Monday, it will […]  Every year, we place 1776 flags in Castaways Park, Newport Beach every year to honor the men and women who have served this country. From Armed Forces Day through Memorial Day, Castaways Park will be transformed into a Field of Honor where large American Flags will display the red, white, and blue will line the […]  Family friendly event celebrating Scottish and Celtic Culture. Enjoy two packed days of fun with bagpipes, drums, highland dancing, Scottish clans and genealogy, Scottish athletics, shopping, food and so much more! When: Saturday-Sunday, May 24-25 Saturday, May 24, 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Sunday, May 25, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.  Saturday, May 24th, Noon to 7 p.m., Sunday, May 25th, Noon to 7 p.m., and Monday, May 26th, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Mulligans at the Avila Beach Gold Resort If you are in the mood for a party this weekend, the Avila Beach Golf Course is hosting a free Beach Party! Saturday and Sunday […] -  Welcome to the annual Elevate Charity Classic 2025: Catch and Fetch! We here at Elevate SD Ultimate are incredibly excited to bring your our annual ultimate frisbee spring charity tournament! […] -  The 12th Annual Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego will be returning on May 24, 2025! We will be featuring cultural, traditional, and contemporary acts! There will be plenty […] |
19 events, -  We’re back for the 14th year of this berry sweet festival! Join us in Downtown Vista as we celebrate all things strawberry with delicious treats, live entertainment, a 5K run, […] -  The Fallbrook Vintage Car Show is motoring in 2025! Happening in San Diego County, California. Specifically the city of Fallbrook and in its downtown area. Hosting the annual automotive event is the […] -  Event Details The museum celebrates its 25th anniversary with unique activities on the 25th of each month. On May 25th, the first twenty-five guests to the museum will receive a […] | 13 events, -  The Fort Rosecrans Memorial Day celebration is one of San Diego’s largest and most celebrated memorials dedicated to our fighting men and women. On this day we honor all of our fallen soldiers and remember them for their ultimate sacrifice to our country. The Fort Rosecrans Memorial Day Committee is comprised of War Veterans Organizations, […] -  VA is proud to host public Memorial Day commemoration ceremonies at more than 130 of our national cemeteries this Memorial Day weekend. For any questions call: 310-268-4675 Can't attend? Honor Veterans online with the Veterans Legacy Memorial. Veterans Legacy Memorial is a digital platform dedicated to the memory of the nearly 4.5 million Veterans. VLM […] -  An annual Memorial Day ceremony will be held at the United States National Submarine Memorial West, located at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach, on Monday, May 26 at 11:00 am. The free event is open to the public and no advance reservations are needed. | 3 events, Balkan Cultural Center (BCC) was established in 2006 by Ersi Danou and Angeliki Giannakopoulos for the purpose of promoting film works from Greece and Cyprus, developing film projects from the Balkans and the Mediterranean Basin as well as increasing awareness about Greek culture in Los Angeles and beyond. LAGFF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that focuses […] | 4 events, LALIFF 2025 celebrates the rich diversity of Latino filmmakers, showcasing a variety of storytelling approaches and artistic styles. The festival brings together works that reflect the unique cultural perspectives and voices within the Latino community, offering both familiar and innovative narratives. In addition to thought-provoking dramas and engaging comedies, this year’s selection also highlights the […] | 6 events, - About Since that fateful moment when he decided to create a new, musical experience out of the long and established traditions of classical, pop and rock music, HAUSER has been playing arena concerts all over the world, defying the conventions of the established music business. From his now iconic rendition of “Smooth Criminal,” the song that launched […] -  Jensen McRae is a “wordgirl”. “Everything I do is about, and in service of, words and stories”, explains the 27-year- old LA Native. As a bi- racial, black and Jewish woman growing up in predominantly white spaces, McRae’s music explores all aspects of identity from race and gender to issues of depression and unrequited love. […] | 8 events, -  Grupo Bella is a multi-faceted ensemble from the Los Angeles area. Grupo Bella is quickly becoming known for their excellent musicianship and diverse repertoire. With their use of traditional Mariachi instrumentation, they have their roots in the Mariachi genre, while also spanning the music of many different cultures, decades, and various Latin American and American […] -  Written by John Leguizamo Latin History for Morons is a hilarious and insightful exploration inspired by the glaring absence of Latinos in American history textbooks. In this uproarious comedy, John Leguizamo embarks on a frenetic quest to uncover a Latin hero for his son’s school project. With his signature comedic flair, he delivers a […] -  GRAMMY-nominated producer TOKiMONSTA (Jennifer Lee) has charted a fascinating career over the past decade. She is one of the most revered music producers as one of the pioneers of the seminal 2010 era “L.A. Beat Scene.” As a world-class performer, she ranks as one of the Top 100 DJs worldwide (DJ Mag) and has performed […] | 13 events, Free Beachside Art & Music Festival Sat, May 31 9am-10pm & Sun, June 1 9am-8pm Fletcher Cove Park | Solana Beach, CA Get ready for a weekend of vibrant arts, live music, and family fun at Fiesta Del Sol in beautiful Fletcher Cove, Solana Beach, California! This two-day, FREE festival is the perfect way to kick off your summer, featuring […]  The Original Rock 'n' Roll Bringing the fun to the run since 1998, Rock 'n' Roll Running Series San Diego is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Starting at Balboa Park and finishing in Downtown San Diego, you’ll explore up to eight well-known neighborhoods and experience an insider tour that even the locals rave about. […]  This show features everything that you’ve come to love most about Repticon’s two days of fun and excitement! See live animals from around the world, purchase pets and pet products direct from the experts at amazing prices you won’t find anywhere else and learn more about reptiles and exotic animals. Repticon Costa Mesa is one […] -  The San Clemente Annual Car Show is back for 2025! This year is the 29th Annual Southern California car show. And it brings out the whole town and then some. Because the car show is one element but downtown San Clemente streets get shut down. Plus shops and businesses open up to welcome the crowds. So, […] -  Join us on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza for an exciting, FREE day of science and discovery! Sponsored by the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation, the 4th annual Beckman Arts & Science Family Festival invites innovators of all ages to explore the connections between science and the arts through fun and engaging performances, interactive exhibits, and hands-on activities […] -  Rolling Stones Rock Party night !, The World’s Greatest Rock & Roll Band, and the soundtrack to the lives of millions of people worldwide. Relive the days of Rock & Roll Glory with tthe music of Jumping Jack Flash .Once more Imagine walking into a nearby historic theater and happening upon a performance by the young Rolling Stones! […] |
