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SUMMARY:North Park Music Fest
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 7th\, brings a full\, walkable day of nonstop music\, art\, book fair and community to the heart of San Diego’s most creative neighborhood! With over 40 live acts performing across multiple venues\, this walkable\, multi-genre music takeover is your chance to experience North Park like never before. \n🎟️ Tickets include a festival wristband for access to all live music venues. Please note: 21+ venues require valid ID for entry. \nLive Music Venues include: The Office Bar\, Seven Grand\, U-31\, The Garden at Art Produce\, Queen Bee’s\, St. Luke’s Church (all ages)\, Pretzels & Pints\, Pure Pawsh (all ages)\, and Bivouac (all pages).
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/north-park-music-fest/
LOCATION:North Park San Diego\, Park Boulevard and University Heights\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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SUMMARY:Artivál: San Diego — East County’s Creative Debut
DESCRIPTION:Downtown El Cajon hosts its inaugural arts festival featuring 50+ talented artists\, live music\, gourmet food trucks\, and interactive installations. Meet diverse creators from tattoo-artist-turned-painter Travis Luckhurst to dreamscape oil painter Kameron Burns in this free celebration of creativity and community connection.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/artival-east-countys-creative-debut/
LOCATION:Downtown El Cajon\, Main & Magnolia\, El Cajon\, CA\, 92020
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:GIRO DI SAN DIEGO
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping cycling extravaganza at the GIRO DI SAN DIEGO! 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️ Mark your calendars for June 7\, 2025\, and be part of this epic event starting at 7:15 AM sharp. The excitement kicks off and concludes at Escondido’s beautiful Ryan Park\, ensuring a memorable day of two-wheeled adventure. \nWhy should you join us? Well\, we’ve got something for everyone\, with four amazing road routes to choose from: \n🏁 GranFondo – Mesa Grande (95 mi) \n🏁 GranFondo – Palomar (59 mi) \n🏁 MedioFondo (30 mi) \n🏁 PiccoloFondo (20 mi) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBut that’s just the beginning! The GIRO is famous for its challenging and picturesque routes\, outstanding ride support\, mouthwatering food both on and off the course\, and a post-ride party! 🎉
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/giro-di-san-diego/
LOCATION:Ryan Park – Escondido\, 390 Hidden Trails Rd\, Escondido\, CA\, 92027
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Sports Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Sports Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630
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SUMMARY:Cirque du Soleil ECHO
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of Cirque du Soleil ECHO\, where poetry\, stagecraft\, daring acrobatics\, and cutting-edge technology come together to explore the delicate balance between people\, animals\, and the world we all share. This 20th Big Top show offers bold new visuals\, a unique aesthetic\, and vibrant characters that bring a universe of color and wonder to life. Inspired by youth’s optimism\, inventive power\, and the value of empathy\, ECHO captivates with inspiring music\, astounding lights and projections\, and never-before-seen acrobatic feats. Join us on a journey of infinite possibilities and immerse yourself in a world of spectacular performance.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/cirque-du-soleil-echo/
LOCATION:Laguna Hills Mall\, 24155 Laguna Hills Mall\, Laguna Hills\, CA\, 92653
CATEGORIES:OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTSTAMP:20250607T160632Z
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SUMMARY:Pacific Islander Festival
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to join the Aquarium of the Pacific for its twenty-second annual Pacific Islander Festival including Chamorro\, Fijian\, Hawaiian\, Māori\, Marshallese\, Tahitian\, Tongan\, and Samoan\, at the Aquarium of the Pacific during our twenty-second annual Pacific Islander Festival. \nThis weekend festival will feature cultural displays\, artisanal craft demonstrations\, and live music and dance performances. Guests are also invited to explore the Aquarium’s Tropical Pacific Gallery to get up close with marine life found off the coast of Pacific islands\, from colorful reef fish to sea turtles. \nThe event will also include our annual Heritage Award ceremony.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/pacific-islander-festival/
LOCATION:Aquarium of the Pacific\, 100 Aquarium Way\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802
CATEGORIES:LA Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:Cali Vibes Fest
DESCRIPTION:Cali Vibes is a two-day festival that will take place at Marina Green Park in Long Beach\, CA.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/cali-vibes-fest/
LOCATION:Marina Green Park – Long Beach\, 429 Shoreline Village Dr\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802
CATEGORIES:OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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SUMMARY:Huntington Beach Concours
DESCRIPTION:The HB Concours will stage a two-day event this year on Saturday and Sunday\, June 7th and 8th.  This year we’ll celebrate our 39th anniversary!!    The weekend will feature a Concours event with a wide variety of Domestic and Imported marques for cars and motorcycles\, with special salutes to the Ford Mustang\, BMW\, and the “Great Britain’s”…  Hot Rods and Custom Cars will also be displayed.  Dave Kunz\, KABC-TV’s Automotive Specialist\, will return as this year’s Grand Marshall. \nThis family event will present for your enjoyment\, Aprile Deanne Entertainment\, Vocalist/DJ on Sunday.  Also there will be good food\, interesting vendors\, and for the kids and those that are young at Heart: Model trains display…!!!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/huntington-beach-concours/
LOCATION:Huntington Beach Library\, 7111 Talbert Ave.\, Huntington Beach\, CA\, 92648
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
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SUMMARY:Nostalgia Con Anaheim 2025
DESCRIPTION:Show hours \nFriday – June 6th 1pm-7pm \nSaturday – June 7th 11am – 7pm \nSunday June 8th 11am – 6pm \nEXPERIENCE THE NOSTALGIA CON: UNCOVER YOUR CHILDHOOD MEMORIES \n  \nHAVE YOU EVER YEARNED TO RELIVE THE CHERISHED MOMENTS FROM YOUR CHILDHOOD? NOSTALGIA CON BECKONS YOU TO EMBARK ON A JOURNEY INTO YOUR PAST\, ENABLING YOU TO REKINDLE CONNECTIONS WITH THE INDIVIDUALS WHO MADE THOSE DAYS EXTRAORDINARY. \nFree admission for children 8 years of age and younger \nThis is a family friendly event
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/380973/
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:626 Night Market
DESCRIPTION:626 Night Market is inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars of Asia\, where people come together to eat\, drink\, socialize\, and be entertained. Established in 2012\, the first large-scale night market in the U.S. is named after the 626 telephone area code region of San Gabriel Valley\, northeast of Los Angeles. The iconic Californian festival features hundreds of food\, merchandise\, crafts\, artists\, games\, live concerts\, and entertainment attractions in an epic event that appeals to all ages. The flagship event is held at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia with additional events in Orange County\, Santa Monica\, the Bay Area\, and San Diego. 626 Night Market aims to unite and empower the community by serving as a platform for showcasing local talent including chefs\, artists\, and entrepreneurs.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/626-night-market/
LOCATION:OC Fair & Event Center
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T170000
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SUMMARY:Ludacris
DESCRIPTION:…with Childish Major and DJ Infamous! \n\n\nAbout the Concert \n\n\nThe career of the multitalented CHRIS “LUDACRIS” BRIDGES can best be described as remarkable. As a recording artist\, he has sold more than 24 million albums worldwide\, thanks to the blockbuster success of such singles as “Stand Up\,” “Get Back\,” “Southern Hospitality\,” “Number One Spot\,” “Money Maker” and “My Chick Bad.” All of these records were accompanied by ingenious videos that demonstrated Bridges’ far-reaching imagination\, and his willingness to stretch the boundaries of what rap videos should look and feel like. \nPlease note: the San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this concert.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/ludacris/
LOCATION:The Rady Shell @ Jacobs Park\, 1245 Seventh Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250611
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SUMMARY:Hollywood Fringe Festival 2025 (Previews)
DESCRIPTION:KEY DATES FOR THE 2025 HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL \nJune 5-10\, 2025: Previews \nJune 11\, 2025: Opening Night Party \nJune 12-29\, 2025: Hollywood Fringe Festival \nJune 30\, 2025: Awards Ceremony \nHFF25 town halls and workshops are designed to walk you through the Fringe journey from A to Z! All educational events are free to attend. \nWorkshops consist of panel discussions with past Hollywood Fringe participants\, and town halls are led by Hollywood Fringe staff. Both are great ways to get to know the Hollywood Fringe from different angles and perspectives! \nAll town halls and workshops have a digital viewing option and are recorded so you can view them later! Catch these events and 10+ years of Fringe panels and workshops on our YouTube channel. HFF25 workshops + Town halls will be added to this playlist after airing. \nThe more events you attend\, the more full your Fringe experience will be! Add all of our events to your Google Calendar here or start using the HFF website calendar\, this link will keep track of all of your HFF events\, show performance info\, favorited shows and purchased tickets. Your calendar for all things FRINGE! \nThis event page will be updated as we add locations to the events below.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/hollywood-fringe-festival-2025-previews/
LOCATION:The Actors Company\, 916A N Formosa Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046
CATEGORIES:LA Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
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SUMMARY:Newport Beach TV Fest
DESCRIPTION:Building on the legacy of the Newport Beach Film Festival\, this four-day celebration showcases exceptional storytelling across networks and streaming platforms—from acclaimed series to emerging voices. Hosted at the historic Lido Theater\, the festival brings together top industry professionals and the largest community of Guild and Television Academy voters outside of Los Angeles and New York. June 5–8\, 2025.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/newport-beach-tv-fest/
LOCATION:Lido Theater\, 3459 Via Lido\, Newport Beach\, CA\, 92663
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250611
DTSTAMP:20250607T131727Z
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SUMMARY:Seoul Festival
DESCRIPTION:Seoul Festival at Walt Disney Concert Hall \n\n\n\n\nA transformative weeklong celebration of South Korea’s most distinctive and innovative musical voices. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJUN 03–JUN 10\, 2025 \nSouth Korea’s impact on the American musical landscape is undeniable. Composer Unsuk Chin curates a series of concerts showcasing fast-rising Korean performing talent and distinct new voices\, while LA-based collective GYOPO enlivens Walt Disney Concert Hall with contemporary dance\, music\, and video representing the Korean diaspora.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/seoul-festival/
LOCATION:Walt Disney Concert Hall\, 111 South Grand Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T220000
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SUMMARY:Melanie Fiona
DESCRIPTION:Don’t ask her to define it. Singer/songwriter Melanie Fiona’s debut album The Bridge reveals a sweet push-and-pull between countless elements of herself. At once Canadian and Caribbean\, strong and sexy\, contemplative and joyous\, blending the sounds of pop and soul. Despite the many moods and musings of Melanie Fiona’s debut\, there is one defining element. The girl’s got soul.”The album is called The Bridge\,” enthuses Fiona. “It crosses the barriers between ethnicities\, genres\, age groups\, and genders. It can’t be defined as just one thing. It’s got a soul that’s something old\, yet something new.” The album reflects the duality that asserts itself in Melanie Fiona’s own exuberant personality. Flirting with the traditions of classic soul from artists like Sam Cooke\, Nat King Cole and Gladys Knight\, the songs also pack the punch\, and authenticity of modern music. United by a singular passion\, Melanie Fiona’s sound bridges past and present with an artistic and consistent blending of classic soul samples. It’s all held together by a unique quality\, something that is innately her\, much like the other artists she mentions as influences: Bob Marley\, Sade\, and Patsy Cline.Born to Guyanese immigrant parents and growing up in a music-filled house in the inner city of Toronto\, Fiona knew from the very beginning that music is what moves her. “My mother\, who shares my love for music\, played everything from The Ronettes to Whitney Houston around the house as I grew up. My father would let me sit on the stage while he rehearsed with his band as a guitarist. “That strong sense of family translates to the team she’s now surrounded herself with\, including Carmen Murray and Michael Michel of Title 9 Productions and managers Jay Brown and Tyran “Ty Ty” Smith of Roc Nation “I am so fortunate that I had people to educate me and show me that development as to what it really is to be an artist.”Though Fiona had been writing her own songs for years\, the introduction of songwriter Andrea Martin\, would prove seminal for The Bridge. “When I met Andrea\, it was an instant connection\,” she explains. “We developed this very personal working relationship where we were both inspired by each other.” Sharing each other’s life experiences\, they collaborated on some of the defining songs in the collection. Other producers on the album include UK producers Future Cut\, Florida’s Vada Nobles\, LA’s The Stereotypes\, NYC’s J. Phoenix\, Peter Wade\, and Salaam Remi\, Andrew Wyatt\, Rob Fusari\, and Angela Hunte. Fiona also shows off her Caribbean roots on Reggae Gold 2008\, with Supa Dups’ “Somebody Come Get Me”.”This experience will never happen for me again\,” she muses. “I’ll never be a new artist again. I’ll never be a complete and utter student of the game.” Whatever may come when The Bridge releases on Steve Rifkind’s SRC/ Motown Universal Records in Spring 2009\, Fiona is poised and ready. “I still live humbly out of a suitcase\, and I appreciate the smallest things in life\, and I want people to feel that. I have an opportunity to be on a stage\, but I want my listeners to know that I’m just like them.”
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/melanie-fiona/
LOCATION:El Rey Theatre\, 5515 Wilshire Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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SUMMARY:TOKiMONSTA
DESCRIPTION: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 at nearly every major festival worldwide. From her 2010 debut album Midnight Menu to her most recent 2020 album Oasis Nocturno\, her entire discography has drawn critical praise from NPR\, BBC\, LA Times\, NY Times\, DJ Mag\, Rolling Stone\, Billboard\, Pitchfork and more. As it stands\, her list of collaborators includes Anderson .Paak\, EARTHGANG\, Ryuichi Sakamoto\, Yuna\, ZHU\, Bibi Bourelly\, The Drums — and up-and-coming artists she seeks out to mentor. With over 400 million streams and counting\, she remains in demand having remixed the likes of David Bowie\, Sia\, Beck\, Duran Duran\, Portugal the Man\, Disclosure\, ODESZA and Ólafur Arnalds. \n  \nFollowing her second album Half Shadows\, TOKiMONSTA established and began releasing on her own label Young Art Records. Minialbums\, Desiderium and FOVERE both featured artist Anderson .Paak and some of her most belovedsongs to date. After anchoring her label with her GRAMMY nomination\, Young Art has continued to soar with notable releases being Rochelle Jordan’s Juno Award-nominated album Play with the Changes featuring production by KAYTRANADA\, Jimmy Edgar and Machinedrum\, and critically acclaimed album Svengali by Cakes da Killa (rated 4/5 stars by The Guardian). \n  \nAt the end of 2015\, her career temporarily came to a halt after being diagnosed with a rare and fatal cerebral vascular disease known as Moyamoya. After undergoing two consecutive brain surgeries\, TOKiMONSTA was left with acute aphasia\, meaning she could no longer verbally communicate. She soon discovered she had also lost the ability to comprehend the thing most important to her\, music. Through perseverance and healing\, her cognitive and creative faculties returned. Her Moyamoya journey gained more wide-spread attention after starring in the first season finale of the Netflix series Vox\, Explained. \n  \nAfter her recuperation\, she made a triumphant comeback with a jaw-dropping performance at Coachella and a new body of work\, her critically acclaimed album\, Lune Rouge. Her third full-length album was nominated for ‘Electronic Album of the Year’ by the Recording Academy at the 2019 GRAMMY Awards. More than just an accolade\, her nomination was an astounding achievement as she was the first Asian American producer and first female producer ever nominated in the category. \n  \n2020 brought a deeper evolution as TOKiMONSTA shared her fourth full-length album\, Oasis Nocturno. It highlighted her effortless flow between the stylings of house\, soul and hip-hop. Following her album\, her single “The Flower Blooms” was a focus track on Netflix’s Squid Game (Let’s Play) EP. Right after the release of her official remix for David Bowie’s 1975 hit “Golden Years\,” she went on to win Best Remix from DJ Mag for her remix of Sia and Neneh Cherry’s “Manchild.” Most recently\, she released “Eats The Tale” on Young Art Records\, a genre-bending track with label-mate Rochelle Jordan. The single was showcased in Times Square NYC by Spotify for New Music Friday. The rest of 2023 has her continuing her Booms & Blooms tour globally and preparing for more new music in 2024. \n  \nTOKi has now entered the world of tech\, having co-founded a music tech startup by the name of Sona. The aim of Sona is to democratize music streaming for artists in a world where the pay per stream is not adequate for a musician’s cost of living. The protocol and platform will reconstruct the scaffolding of music streaming so that audiences still have access to all the music they desire\, while allowing artist’s payout to equate to what they truly deserve. After a successful seed round in 2022\, the company is aiming to launch late 2023.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/tokimonsta-2/
LOCATION:El Rey Theatre\, 5515 Wilshire Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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SUMMARY:Latin History For Morons
DESCRIPTION:Written by John Leguizamo \n  \nLatin 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 whirlwind recap of the Aztec Empire and shines a light on the unsung Latin patriots of the Revolutionary War and beyond\, distilling three thousand years of history—from the Mayans to Pitbull—into one hundred and ten irreverent and uncensored minutes that are both entertaining and enlightening. \n  \n“We could not be more excited to bring San Diego legend Herbert Siguena to the Brooks Theatre this winter with this hilarious show\,” says Goodman. “As a founding member of Culture Clash\, Herb has amazing comedic chops\, and he has several one-person shows on his resume that he has written and performed in all over the country. We think his interpretation of John Leguizamo’s work will delight Oceanside audiences – and everyone else too!” \n  \nOTC’s production of Latin History for Morons marks the first staging in San Diego outside of Leguizamo’s original touring production. Previously\, the show made its local debut at the La Jolla Playhouse in 2016\, followed by a one-night-only performance at the San Diego Civic Theatre in 2019. \n  \nOTC presents Latin History for Morons from May 23 to June 8 at the Brooks Theater (217 N Coast Hwy\, Oceanside\, CA). Inspired by the glaring absence of Latinos in American history textbooks\, this hilarious and insightful show follows the journey of a father as he seeks a Latin hero for his son’s school project. Originally created by John Leguizamo\, the production takes audiences on a whirlwind tour of 3\,000 years of history—from the Aztec Empire to modern icons—with humor and heart. May 23 – June 8\, 8 PM \n  \nDisclaimer: Latin History for Morons contains mature themes\, strong language\, and irreverent humor and is recommended for mature audiences.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/latin-history-for-morons-2/
LOCATION:Oceanside Theatre Company At The Brooks\, 217 North Coast Highway\, Oceanside
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T213000
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CREATED:20250516T162606Z
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SUMMARY:Billy Nation
DESCRIPTION:An authentic and energetic tribute to one of the best-selling artists of all-time\, Billy Joel. This show can be summed up in one word: FUN! Billy Nation captures the look and sound of Billy in his prime to create a one-of-a-kind concert experience.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/billy-nation/
LOCATION:Poway Center for the Performing Arts\, 15498 Espola Road\, Poway\, CA\, 92064
CATEGORIES:SD Music,SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T220000
DTSTAMP:20250530T040718Z
CREATED:20250530T034911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T040718Z
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SUMMARY:Jumping Jack Flash - Tribute to the Rolling Stones
DESCRIPTION: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!  Take a closer look\, this is Jumping Jack Flash! https://jumpingjackflash.us   Performing thousands of shows for thousands of fans across the U.S.\, Canada\, and Mexico for TWENTY YEARS\, JJF celebrates the Stones legacy with the passion required to do justice to the phenomenon that is The Rolling Stones. JJF performs song selections from all periods of the Stones’ legendary career–smash hit\, after hit\, after hit!  The greatest care has been given to the smallest details\, to ensure that song performances\, wardrobe and instrumentation are spot-on recreations of the real thing. If Jumping Jack Flash doesn’t rock you\, nobody will!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/jumping-jack-flash-tribute-to-the-rolling-stones/
LOCATION:Omni La Costa Resort & Spa\, 2100 Costa Del Mar Rd\, Carlsbad\, CA\, 92009\, United States
CATEGORIES:SD Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T143000
DTSTAMP:20250530T182252Z
CREATED:20250530T182252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T182252Z
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SUMMARY:Beckman Arts and Science Family Festival
DESCRIPTION: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 along with other festival food and fun! The festival runs from 11:30am – 2:30pm.   \nThe Beckman Arts & Science Family Festival is presented with generous support from:  
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/beckman-arts-and-science-family-festival/
LOCATION:Segerstrom Center for the Arts\, 600 Town Center Drive\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250531T150000
DTSTAMP:20250530T041420Z
CREATED:20250530T041420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T041420Z
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SUMMARY:San Clemente Annual Car Show
DESCRIPTION:The San Clemente Annual Car Show is back for 2025! \nThis year is the 29th Annual Southern California car show.  And it brings out the whole town and then some. \nBecause the car show is one element but downtown San Clemente streets get shut down.  Plus shops and businesses open up to welcome the crowds. \n\n\nSo\, part street festival and part car show – but all SoCal!  It’s organized by the Downtown Business Association. \nAnd this is definitely a family-friendly show.  Dogs are welcome too!  All types of cars\, motorcycles\, trailers\, and RVs will be on display. \nMoreover\, around 15\,000 attendees come to check out around 300 vehicles pack the streets of downtown for a day of good times\, people\, food\, music\, and fun.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-clemente-annual-car-show/
LOCATION:Downtown San Clemente\, San Clemente\, CA\, 92672
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250602
DTSTAMP:20250530T183053Z
CREATED:20250530T183053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T183053Z
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SUMMARY:Repticon
DESCRIPTION: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 reptile and exotic animal expo that you can’t afford to miss! \nWhen: Saturday & Sunday\, May 31 – June 1\nSchedule:\nSaturday\, May 31\, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nSunday\, June 1\, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nWhere: OC Fair & Event Center – Huntington Beach Building\nHow much: General admission $15\, children $7. Adult super tickets are $20\, $12 after 1 p.m. on Saturday.  Parking is $12.\nMore info: Visit Repticon Reptile Show
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/repticon/
LOCATION:OC Fair & Event Center
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250602
DTSTAMP:20250530T025427Z
CREATED:20250530T025427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T025427Z
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SUMMARY:Rock 'n' Roll Running Series San Diego
DESCRIPTION:The Original Rock ‘n’ Roll \n\nBringing 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 ultimate foot tour highlights all the iconic communities\, their personalities\, and everything we love about America’s Finest City: San Diego\, CA.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/rock-n-roll-running-series-san-diego/
LOCATION:Balboa Park\, 1549 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Sports Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Sports Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250602
DTSTAMP:20250530T023333Z
CREATED:20250530T023333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T023333Z
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SUMMARY:44th Annual FIESTA DEL SOL
DESCRIPTION:Free Beachside Art & Music Festival\nSat\, May 31 9am-10pm & Sun\, June 1 9am-8pm\nFletcher Cove Park | Solana Beach\, CA \n  \nGet 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 over 14 live bands across various genres\, ensuring a non-stop dance party all day and into the evening. \n  \nEnjoy delicious food\, refreshing drinks\, and unique arts & crafts from local vendors\, while families can explore the Kids Zone with exciting activities. With a range of local merchants showcasing the best of Solana Beach’s vibrant community\, Fiesta Del Sol offers something for everyone—whether you’re into music\, food\, or just a fun day out. Don’t miss out on this amazing event in one of California’s most picturesque coastal towns! \n  \nBrought to you by: The Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce\, Belly Up & Loft 100 Studios
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/44th-annual-fiesta-del-sol/
LOCATION:Fletcher Cove Beach Park\, 111 S Sierra Ave\, Solana Beach\, CA\, 92075
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T230000
DTSTAMP:20250530T181627Z
CREATED:20250530T181627Z
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SUMMARY:The Swedish Models
DESCRIPTION:The Swedish Models were founded in 2007 by former members of Cape May and Vinyl Radio. Their sound is punky garage rock\, with an emphasis on heavy guitars which has helped them earn a buzz as one of San Diego’s current candidates for “most likely to make it to the bigtime.” \nhttps://www.sandiegoreader.com/bands/swedish-models/
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/the-swedish-models/
LOCATION:The Viper Room\, 8852 W Sunset Blvd\, West Hollywood\, CA\, 90069
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T230000
DTSTAMP:20250524T135056Z
CREATED:20250524T135056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T135056Z
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SUMMARY:TOKiMONSTA
DESCRIPTION: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 at nearly every major festival worldwide. From her 2010 debut album Midnight Menu to her most recent 2020 album Oasis Nocturno\, her entire discography has drawn critical praise from NPR\, BBC\, LA Times\, NY Times\, DJ Mag\, Rolling Stone\, Billboard\, Pitchfork and more. As it stands\, her list of collaborators includes Anderson .Paak\, EARTHGANG\, Ryuichi Sakamoto\, Yuna\, ZHU\, Bibi Bourelly\, The Drums — and up-and-coming artists she seeks out to mentor. With over 400 million streams and counting\, she remains in demand having remixed the likes of David Bowie\, Sia\, Beck\, Duran Duran\, Portugal the Man\, Disclosure\, ODESZA and Ólafur Arnalds. \nFollowing her second album Half Shadows\, TOKiMONSTA established and began releasing on her own label Young Art Records. Minialbums\, Desiderium and FOVERE both featured artist Anderson .Paak and some of her most belovedsongs to date. After anchoring her label with her GRAMMY nomination\, Young Art has continued to soar with notable releases being Rochelle Jordan’s Juno Award-nominated album Play with the Changes featuring production by KAYTRANADA\, Jimmy Edgar and Machinedrum\, and critically acclaimed album Svengali by Cakes da Killa (rated 4/5 stars by The Guardian). \nAt the end of 2015\, her career temporarily came to a halt after being diagnosed with a rare and fatal cerebral vascular disease known as Moyamoya. After undergoing two consecutive brain surgeries\, TOKiMONSTA was left with acute aphasia\, meaning she could no longer verbally communicate. She soon discovered she had also lost the ability to comprehend the thing most important to her\, music. Through perseverance and healing\, her cognitive and creative faculties returned. Her Moyamoya journey gained more wide-spread attention after starring in the first season finale of the Netflix series Vox\, Explained. \nAfter her recuperation\, she made a triumphant comeback with a jaw-dropping performance at Coachella and a new body of work\, her critically acclaimed album\, Lune Rouge. Her third full-length album was nominated for ‘Electronic Album of the Year’ by the Recording Academy at the 2019 GRAMMY Awards. More than just an accolade\, her nomination was an astounding achievement as she was the first Asian American producer and first female producer ever nominated in the category. \n2020 brought a deeper evolution as TOKiMONSTA shared her fourth full-length album\, Oasis Nocturno. It highlighted her effortless flow between the stylings of house\, soul and hip-hop. Following her album\, her single “The Flower Blooms” was a focus track on Netflix’s Squid Game (Let’s Play) EP. Right after the release of her official remix for David Bowie’s 1975 hit “Golden Years\,” she went on to win Best Remix from DJ Mag for her remix of Sia and Neneh Cherry’s “Manchild.” Most recently\, she released “Eats The Tale” on Young Art Records\, a genre-bending track with label-mate Rochelle Jordan. The single was showcased in Times Square NYC by Spotify for New Music Friday. The rest of 2023 has her continuing her Booms & Blooms tour globally and preparing for more new music in 2024. \nTOKi has now entered the world of tech\, having co-founded a music tech startup by the name of Sona. The aim of Sona is to democratize music streaming for artists in a world where the pay per stream is not adequate for a musician’s cost of living. The protocol and platform will reconstruct the scaffolding of music streaming so that audiences still have access to all the music they desire\, while allowing artist’s payout to equate to what they truly deserve. After a successful seed round in 2022\, the company is aiming to launch late 2023.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/tokimonsta/
LOCATION:El Rey Theatre\, 5515 Wilshire Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T220000
DTSTAMP:20250522T163448Z
CREATED:20250522T163103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T163448Z
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SUMMARY:Latin History For Morons
DESCRIPTION:Written by John Leguizamo \n  \nLatin 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 whirlwind recap of the Aztec Empire and shines a light on the unsung Latin patriots of the Revolutionary War and beyond\, distilling three thousand years of history—from the Mayans to Pitbull—into one hundred and ten irreverent and uncensored minutes that are both entertaining and enlightening. \n  \n“We could not be more excited to bring San Diego legend Herbert Siguena to the Brooks Theatre this winter with this hilarious show\,” says Goodman. “As a founding member of Culture Clash\, Herb has amazing comedic chops\, and he has several one-person shows on his resume that he has written and performed in all over the country. We think his interpretation of John Leguizamo’s work will delight Oceanside audiences – and everyone else too!” \n  \nOTC’s production of Latin History for Morons marks the first staging in San Diego outside of Leguizamo’s original touring production. Previously\, the show made its local debut at the La Jolla Playhouse in 2016\, followed by a one-night-only performance at the San Diego Civic Theatre in 2019. \n  \nOTC presents Latin History for Morons from May 23 to June 8 at the Brooks Theater (217 N Coast Hwy\, Oceanside\, CA). Inspired by the glaring absence of Latinos in American history textbooks\, this hilarious and insightful show follows the journey of a father as he seeks a Latin hero for his son’s school project. Originally created by John Leguizamo\, the production takes audiences on a whirlwind tour of 3\,000 years of history—from the Aztec Empire to modern icons—with humor and heart. May 23 – June 8\, 8 PM \n  \nDisclaimer: Latin History for Morons contains mature themes\, strong language\, and irreverent humor and is recommended for mature audiences.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/latin-history-for-morons/
LOCATION:Oceanside Theatre Company At The Brooks\, 217 North Coast Highway\, Oceanside
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250530T220000
DTSTAMP:20250530T032912Z
CREATED:20250530T032833Z
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SUMMARY:Música en la Plaza: Grupo Bella
DESCRIPTION: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 styles.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/musica-en-la-plaza-grupo-bella/
LOCATION:California Center for the Performing Arts\, 340 N. Escondido Blvd\, Escondido\, CA\, 92025
CATEGORIES:SD Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T220000
DTSTAMP:20250524T140247Z
CREATED:20250524T140247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T140247Z
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SUMMARY:Jensen McRae
DESCRIPTION: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. Inspired by the likes of Stevie Wonder\, Carole King\, Alicia Keys\, and James Taylor\, McRae started her musical journey writing in her bedroom\, to then playing the local songwriting circuit in Los Angeles. Attending Grammy Camp as a high schooler\, McRae received a full-ride scholarship to USC Thornton School of Music where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Popular Music in 2019. While finishing her senior year\, her unique voice and songwriting caught the attention of her now-manager\, who connected the young artist with Grammy award-winning producer Rahki (Eminem\, Kendrick Lamar). The two were in the studio weekly working on her debut album. In late 2019\, she went on to release her first single\, “White Boy\,” recounting her struggles with racial microaggressions. The following year she released “Wolves\,” a stripped-down song that weaves together vivid vignettes about sexual assault. In early 2021\, McRae took to Twitter to post a short video clip performing “a preemptive cover” of a song inspired by Phoebe Bridgers that acquiredover 2.5M views and even caught the attention of Bridgers herself. Due to the wide attention and praise\, the short clip was later released as a single titled “Immune”. She has earned praise from Wonderland\, Pitchfork\, and Fader\, amongst others and was named NPR Slingshot’s 2021 Artists To Watch. McRae released her debut album “Are You Happy Now?” on March 22\, 2022\, which landed at #1 on the iTunes Singer-Songwriter chart and peaked at #50 on iTunes All Genres Chart. McRae spent the remainder of 2022 on the road opening for Amos Lee\, Corinne Bailey Rae\, and MUNA\, finishing off the year with back to back sold out headline shows at the Rockwood Music Hall in NYC\, followed by a final sold out show at The Troubadour in Los Angeles. She spent a good portion of 2024 on the road with Noah Kahan on his sold-out world tour and is currently in the studio working on new music for her sophomore project due out early 2025.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/jensen-mcrae/
LOCATION:El Rey Theatre\, 5515 Wilshire Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T220000
DTSTAMP:20250516T171013Z
CREATED:20250516T171013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T171013Z
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SUMMARY:Hauser
DESCRIPTION:About \n\n\nSince 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 him as an internet sensation\, to when he was established as the founding member of the duo 2Cellos\, he has captured the hearts and minds of millions. \nHAUSER’S performance style may only be described as electric; a unique pairing of cello pyrotechnics that align beauty\, elegance and true rock muscle. Fueled by a repertoire base that is as wide and expansive as Lady Gaga is from Tchaikovsky or Shakira is from Shostakovich\, HAUSER is the dynamic cellist performing all of it and taking the world by storm — for what other classically trained cellist can say they have toured with Elton John? \nWhether you find him collaborating with other artistic legends\, like Andrea Bocelli or the Red Hot Chili Peppers\, or\, appearing in his own\, stunning music video series\, Alone Together\, which features performances from his Billboard chart topping album CLASSIC\, HAUSER consistently pushes the limits of his cello and music-making. He went on to repeat that Billboard success with the release of his second album in the series with CLASSIC II.  He is a phenomenon that is one part virtuoso and the other\, that of sheer\, animal magnetism. For HAUSER’s fans\, perhaps it is simply his ability to unify generations of music lovers. \nHAUSER is a rockstar with a cello…and this is only the beginning. \nPlease note: this is a rental event of The Rady Shell\, presented by Live Nation; the San Diego Symphony does not appear on this program. \n\n\nPre-Paid Parking \n\n\nAce Parking has provided a DEDICATED PARKING PURCHASE PAGE for this event.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/hauser/
LOCATION:The Rady Shell @ Jacobs Park\, 1245 Seventh Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250602
DTSTAMP:20250531T003918Z
CREATED:20250531T003918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T003918Z
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SUMMARY:Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION: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 intersection of art and cinema\, where visual\, formal\, and narrative explorations enhance the storytelling experience. \nNew this year\, LALIFF will host a special screening of the LFI Inclusion Fellowship and LFI Spark Animation Fellowship films at the iconic Egyptian Theatre. These films offer a dynamic reflection of the evolving landscape of Latino cinema\, spotlighting new perspectives in both live action and animation.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/los-angeles-latino-international-film-festival/
LOCATION:TCL Chinese Theatres\, 6925 Hollywood Blvd\, Hollywood\, CA\, 90028
CATEGORIES:LA Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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