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SUMMARY:Carlsbad Flower Fields
DESCRIPTION:2026 Season March 1 – May 10\, 2026 \nStep into a sea of color at the world’s largest ranunculus flower field in Carlsbad\, California\, where 80 million vibrant blooms stretch as far as the eye can see. \nEach spring\, this breathtaking Southern California attraction transforms the landscape into a living rainbow\, inviting guests to wander among brilliant ranunculus flowers\, stroll scenic walking paths\, and enjoy fun activities for the whole family. Whether you’re planning a spring day trip\, a family outing\, or seeking the perfect Instagram-worthy floral backdrop\, this is a world wonder that welcomes you back\, time and time again\, to be inspired\, joyful\, and in awe.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/carlsbad-flower-fields/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:The Flower Fields\, 5704 Paseo del Norte\, Carlsbad\, CA\, 92008
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:2026 Legends Championship
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Legends Championship will take place April 24–26\, 2026\, in Del Mar\, California\, bringing elite competition to one of Southern California’s premier destination venues. \nEvent Location\nDel Mar Arena\n2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.\nDel Mar\, CA 92014 \nCurrent Event Schedule: \n\nAthlete Check-in & Briefing\n\nAges 18-49: Only Athletes and Coaches\nDate: Thursday\, April 23\n\n\n\n\nCheck-in: 12-2 PM\nBriefing: 2:15 PM\nLocation: Del Mar Arena\nAges 50+: Only Athlete and Coaches\nCheck-in: 3-5 PM\nBriefing: 5:15 PM\nLocation: Del Mar Arena\n\n\nCompetition Day 1: \nDate: Friday\, April 24\nFirst Heat: 8:00 AM\nCompetition Day 2:\nDate: Saturday\, April 25\nFirst Heat: 8:00 AM\nCompetition Day 3:\nDate: Sunday\, April 26\nFirst Heat: 8:00 AM\n\nAwards Ceremony: \nSunday\, April 26\, 5:00 PM
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/2026-legends-championship/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Del Mar Arena\, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.\, Del Mar\, CA\, 92014
CATEGORIES:SD Sports Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Sports Events
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SUMMARY:'Let’s Go Wild!' Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:With support from the San Diego County Farm Bureau\, the exhibition highlights how local farms help protect wildlife and biodiversity. An interactive display—created with contributions from regional producers—shows how stewardship and food production coexist in a shared landscape. While art inspires love for wildlife\, farming helps protect it.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/lets-go-wild-art-exhibition/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Expressions Gallery\, 262 East Grand Avenue\, Escondido\, CA\, 92025
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys
DESCRIPTION:On View \n\nApril 18 to August 9 \n\nThis landmark exhibition will include more than 130 works of art\, including the debut of a new large-scale piece by Mickalene Thomas from the personal collection of musical and cultural icons Swizz Beatz (Kasseem Dean) and Alicia Keys. \nOrganized by the Brooklyn Museum in 2024\, Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys will feature 37 Black American and diasporic artists from Africa\, Europe\, the United States\, and the Caribbean whose monumental works tower in both scale\, conceptual depth and technical skill. The Deans have fostered meaningful relationships with the wide array of artists included in the exhibition and the mission of Giants is a testament to their philosophy: “By the artists\, for the artists\, with the people.” The exhibition’s run at MCASD is the inaugural display of the collection on the West Coast. \nGiants features paintings\, photographs\, sculptures and installations by nearly 40 Black diasporic artists which include: Nina Chanel Abney\, Derrick Adams\, Radcliffe Bailey\, Ernie Barnes\, Jean-Michel Basquiat\, Jarvis Boyland\, Kwame Brathwaite\, Jordan Casteel\, Nick Cave\, Hassan Hajjaj\, Barkley L. Hendricks\, Arthur Jafa\, Titus Kaphar\, Jerome Lagarrigue\, Deana Lawson\, Esther Mahlangu\, Meleko Mokgosi\, Odili Donald Odita\, Toyin Ojih Odutola\, Zohra Opoku\, Frida Orupabo\, Gordon Parks\, Ebony G. Patterson\, Deborah Roberts\, Tschabalala Self\, Jamel Shabazz\, Amy Sherald\, Malick Sidibé\, Lorna Simpson\, Sanlé Sory\, Vaughn Spann\, Henry Taylor\, Hank Willis Thomas\, Mickalene Thomas\, Kehinde Wiley\, Qualeasha Wood\, Kennedy Yanko and Lynette Yiadom-Boakye. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOfficial Exhibition Playlist\n\nThe official playlist for Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys\, curated by Swizz Beatz for MCASD. \n\nHours & Admission \n\n\n\nMonday—Wednesday: Closed \nThursday—Saturday: 11AM—7PM \nSunday: 11AM—5PM
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/giants-art-from-the-dean-collection-of-swizz-beatz-and-alicia-keys/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego\, 700 Prospect St.\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92037
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:Stagecoach Country Music Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Stagecoach Country Music Festival 2026 takes place April 24–26\, 2026\, at the Empire Polo Club in Indio\, California\, featuring headliners Cody Johnson\, Lainey Wilson\, and Post Malone. The three-day event includes performances from artists such as Journey\, Brooks & Dunn\, Noah Cyrus\, and Pitbull\, alongside traditional\, late-night\, and interactive entertainment.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/stagecoach-country-music-festival-2026/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Empire Polo Club\, 81-800 Ave. 51\, Indio\, CA\, 92201
CATEGORIES:Desert | Riverside Co. Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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SUMMARY:Matt & Ben
DESCRIPTION:Written by one of our best living comedians\, Mindy Kaling (THE MINDY PROJECT\, THE OFFICE)\, along with Brenda Withers\, this hysterical comedy takes an unconventional look at two of Hollywood’s golden boys\, Matt Damon & Ben Affleck. When the script for the film GOOD WILL HUNTING mysteriously drops from the heavens\, what will they do? This is a quick\, hilarious send up on creativity and friendship\, and is the San Diego Premiere of this play that took NYC by storm in 2003.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/matt-ben/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:New Village Arts\, 2787 State Street\, Carlsbad\, 92008
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T203000
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SUMMARY:The Librarians
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, in partnership with Indie Lens Pop-Up\, on Friday\, April 24\, at MiraCosta College for free screening of documentary film The Librarians. Throughout the film\, you’ll meet librarians across the U.S. examining how book review policies are shaping their communities. ⁠\n⁠\nAfter the screening Library Director of Commerce Public Library\, Sonia Bautista\, will host an engaging and interactive discussion and Q&A about censorship and the broader implications for libraries and intellectual freedom. Attendees will receive a free book to take home!⁠\n⁠\nSign up through our Link in Bio; for Ages 13+.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/the-librarians/
LOCATION:Mira Costa College\, 1 Barnard Dr.\, Oceanside\, CA
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:The 20th Annual La Jolla Concours d’Elegance
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Automotive Beauty and Excellence \n\n\nEach spring\, the Pacific coastline transforms into a celebration of craftsmanship\, cuisine\, and design. Collectors\, creators\, and culinary masters converge to savor an unforgettable weekend of taste and beauty by the sea.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/the-20th-annual-la-jolla-concours-delegance/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:La Jolla Cove\, 1100 Coast Blvd\,\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92037
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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