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SUMMARY:HAIRSPRAY
DESCRIPTION:Based on John Waters’ iconic 1988 film\, this musical has become one of the most beloved of the American stage. Set in Baltimore in 1962\, follow Tracy Turnblad as she achieves her dream of performing on a TV dance show – and works to integrate the show in the process. Winner of 8 Tony Awards\, including Best Musical\, HAIRSPRAY is a family-friendly musical\, piled high with laughter\, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. NVA’s Artistic Producer Kali Boston will make her NVA debut as the director!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/hairspray/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:New Village Arts\, 2787 State Street\, Carlsbad\, 92008
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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SUMMARY:61st Annual Independence Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:Click “BUY TICKETS” to order VIP seating at the tables! \n The California Center for the Arts\, Escondido\, is proud to present the 61st Annual Independence Day Festival\, a beloved community tradition filled with music\, culture\, and patriotic fun. This free family-friendly event returns on Saturday\, July 4  from 4:30pm to 9:30pm in Grape Day Park and the Center for the Arts campus. \nFestival goers can look forward to an exciting day of entertainment and celebration featuring: \nLive music on the main stage \nArtisan market and local vendors \nDelicious food trucks and craft beer garden \nGreat Green Canteen VIP Experience \nFree arts & crafts\, face painting\, and airbrush tattoos (4:30–8:30 PM) \nFireworks spectacular at 9:00 PM \nMain Stage Schedule:\n4:30 PM – Opening remarks from the Main Stage \n5:00 PM – 6:00 PM  Live Music – The Prairie Moons \n6:15 PM – 7:15 PM Live Music – Band of Gringos \n7:15 PM – 7:55 PM Hula Hoop Contest & stage switchover \n8:00 PM – 9:00 PM  U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West \n9:00 PM – 9:15 PM  Fireworks Show! \nThis event is free and open to the public\, with activities and entertainment for all ages. Bring your blankets\, lawn chairs\, and festive spirit!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/61st-annual-independence-day-festival/
LOCATION:California Center for the Performing Arts\, 340 N. Escondido Blvd\, Escondido\, CA\, 92025
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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SUMMARY:Kids’ Day “July Four: 7/4” Reading at Cardiff Farmers Market with TNCM Founder & Author\, Maria Felicia Kelley
DESCRIPTION:Maria will chat about her book’s exploration of Independence Day celebrations\, summertime fun\, the book’s recipe activity\, and calendar awareness—themes perfect for young kids! Plus\, a glimpse at American symbols and an intro to Independence Day history helps explain the reasons we celebrate.\n\n\nJoin us at the Cardiff Farmers Market in Encinitas on Saturday\, July 4th for a Calendar Chat & Book Reading\n\n\nSaturday\, July 4 \nJuly Four: 7/4 Calendar Chat & Storytime \n10:45 am & 11:45 am \nCardiff Farmer Market – 3333 Manchester Ave.\, Encinitas\, CA 92007   \n\n\n\nMaria will chat about her book’s exploration of Independence Day celebrations\, summertime fun and the July Four: 7/4 recipe activity included in the book. Calendar awareness will be another fun theme\, perfect for young kids!\n\n\n RSVP below if you’re planning on joining the fun! One lucky registered attendee will receive a four-book Celebrate the HoliDates® collection of titles!  \n(Please RSVP to be entered into this random drawing. All entry participants must attend the book event and drawing to win.)\n\n\n\nRSVP To Attend!\n\n\nTo learn more about the event\, July Four: 7/4 and the Celebrate the HoliDates® in our recent The North County Moms blog post\, here.\n\nSpurred by Constantine’s journey with Down syndrome\, the series stands out for its mission: contributing a percentage of book sales proceeds to nonprofits that empower and support youth within the Trisomy 21\, Down syndrome community. \nPurchase books through Amazon or Barnes & Noble. And please leave positive remarks and comments (yes\, helpful\, bookselling one liners are perfect\, if writing is not your jam ) to inspire more purchases to enable more donations! \nThank you!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/kids-day-july-four-7-4-reading-at-cardiff-farmers-market-with-tncm-founder-author-maria-felicia-kelley/2026-07-04/2/
LOCATION:MiraCosta College San Elijo Campus\, 3333 Manchester Ave.\, Cardiff\, CA\, 92007
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/2026-07-04/
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:Kids’ Day “July Four: 7/4” Reading at Cardiff Farmers Market with TNCM Founder & Author\, Maria Felicia Kelley
DESCRIPTION:Maria will chat about her book’s exploration of Independence Day celebrations\, summertime fun\, the book’s recipe activity\, and calendar awareness—themes perfect for young kids! Plus\, a glimpse at American symbols and an intro to Independence Day history helps explain the reasons we celebrate.\n\n\nJoin us at the Cardiff Farmers Market in Encinitas on Saturday\, July 4th for a Calendar Chat & Book Reading\n\n\nSaturday\, July 4 \nJuly Four: 7/4 Calendar Chat & Storytime \n10:45 am & 11:45 am \nCardiff Farmer Market – 3333 Manchester Ave.\, Encinitas\, CA 92007   \n\n\n\nMaria will chat about her book’s exploration of Independence Day celebrations\, summertime fun and the July Four: 7/4 recipe activity included in the book. Calendar awareness will be another fun theme\, perfect for young kids!\n\n\n RSVP below if you’re planning on joining the fun! One lucky registered attendee will receive a four-book Celebrate the HoliDates® collection of titles!  \n(Please RSVP to be entered into this random drawing. All entry participants must attend the book event and drawing to win.)\n\n\n\nRSVP To Attend!\n\n\nTo learn more about the event\, July Four: 7/4 and the Celebrate the HoliDates® in our recent The North County Moms blog post\, here.\n\nSpurred by Constantine’s journey with Down syndrome\, the series stands out for its mission: contributing a percentage of book sales proceeds to nonprofits that empower and support youth within the Trisomy 21\, Down syndrome community. \nPurchase books through Amazon or Barnes & Noble. And please leave positive remarks and comments (yes\, helpful\, bookselling one liners are perfect\, if writing is not your jam ) to inspire more purchases to enable more donations! \nThank you!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/kids-day-july-four-7-4-reading-at-cardiff-farmers-market-with-tncm-founder-author-maria-felicia-kelley/2026-07-04/1/
LOCATION:MiraCosta College San Elijo Campus\, 3333 Manchester Ave.\, Cardiff\, CA\, 92007
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:San Diego County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego County Fair is the greatest story our community has ever told. It’s a tale of food\, fun\, friends\, family\, laughter\, tradition\, music\, amazement\, and pure\, unbridled joy. The Fair — the largest and longest-running community event in San Diego County — makes its triumphant return from Wednesday\, June 10\, through Sunday\, July 5\, 2026 (closed Mondays and Tuesdays.) You won’t want to miss your chance to live out your “happily ever after” at the 2026 SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-county-fair/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:Del Mar Fairgrounds\, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.\, Del Mar\, CA
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:OC Parks Sunset Cinema
DESCRIPTION:OC Parks Sunset Cinema film series showcases a mix of recent hits and classic favorites at some of Orange County’s premiere parks. Enjoy 12 free movie screenings Friday nights\, beginning June 5 through Aug. 28\, at Carbon Canyon Regional Park\, Craig Regional Park\, Mason Regional Park\, Yorba Regional Park\, Laguna Niguel Regional Park\, Irvine Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Guests of all ages are encouraged to arrive early for lively pre show entertainment\, including character meet and greets\, DJ led games\, themed photo opportunities and more. Cinema events begin at 6 p.m. with films beginning after sundown. \nFriday movie nights kick off June 5 and include Lilo & Stitch (2025)\, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)\, Freakier Friday (2025)\, Monsters\, Inc. (2001)\, How to Train Your Dragon (2025)\, Elio (2025)\, Twilight (2008)\, The Wild Robot (2024)\, 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)\, Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)\, Jumanji (1995) and Top Gun (1986).
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/oc-parks-sunset-cinema/2026-07-03/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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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/2026-07-03/
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:San Diego County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego County Fair is the greatest story our community has ever told. It’s a tale of food\, fun\, friends\, family\, laughter\, tradition\, music\, amazement\, and pure\, unbridled joy. The Fair — the largest and longest-running community event in San Diego County — makes its triumphant return from Wednesday\, June 10\, through Sunday\, July 5\, 2026 (closed Mondays and Tuesdays.) You won’t want to miss your chance to live out your “happily ever after” at the 2026 SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-county-fair/2026-07-03/
LOCATION:Del Mar Fairgrounds\, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.\, Del Mar\, CA
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/2026-07-02/
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:San Diego County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego County Fair is the greatest story our community has ever told. It’s a tale of food\, fun\, friends\, family\, laughter\, tradition\, music\, amazement\, and pure\, unbridled joy. The Fair — the largest and longest-running community event in San Diego County — makes its triumphant return from Wednesday\, June 10\, through Sunday\, July 5\, 2026 (closed Mondays and Tuesdays.) You won’t want to miss your chance to live out your “happily ever after” at the 2026 SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-county-fair/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:Del Mar Fairgrounds\, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.\, Del Mar\, CA
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260701T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260701T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T022412Z
CREATED:20260426T020119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T022412Z
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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/2026-07-01/
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260702
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SUMMARY:San Diego County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego County Fair is the greatest story our community has ever told. It’s a tale of food\, fun\, friends\, family\, laughter\, tradition\, music\, amazement\, and pure\, unbridled joy. The Fair — the largest and longest-running community event in San Diego County — makes its triumphant return from Wednesday\, June 10\, through Sunday\, July 5\, 2026 (closed Mondays and Tuesdays.) You won’t want to miss your chance to live out your “happily ever after” at the 2026 SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-county-fair/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Del Mar Fairgrounds\, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.\, Del Mar\, CA
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T022412Z
CREATED:20260426T020119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T022412Z
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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/2026-06-30/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260629T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260629T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T022412Z
CREATED:20260426T020119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T022412Z
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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/2026-06-29/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T234816Z
CREATED:20260608T234816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T234816Z
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SUMMARY:HAIRSPRAY
DESCRIPTION:Based on John Waters’ iconic 1988 film\, this musical has become one of the most beloved of the American stage. Set in Baltimore in 1962\, follow Tracy Turnblad as she achieves her dream of performing on a TV dance show – and works to integrate the show in the process. Winner of 8 Tony Awards\, including Best Musical\, HAIRSPRAY is a family-friendly musical\, piled high with laughter\, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. NVA’s Artistic Producer Kali Boston will make her NVA debut as the director!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/hairspray/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:New Village Arts\, 2787 State Street\, Carlsbad\, 92008
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260623T015510Z
CREATED:20260623T015151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T015510Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego Padres vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nSan Diego Padres/Getty Images North America\nSAN DIEGO\, CA – \n\n\nHead to Petco Park to catch the San Diego Padres in action as they take on rivals Los Angeles Dodgers. It’s a weekend full of baseball and entertainment in San Diego.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-padres-vs-los-angeles-dodgers-june-26-28/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Petco Park\, 100 Park Blvd\,\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:LA Sports Events,SD Sports Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Sports Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T022412Z
CREATED:20260426T020119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T022412Z
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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/2026-06-28/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTSTAMP:20260609T025644Z
CREATED:20260609T024426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T025644Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego County Fair is the greatest story our community has ever told. It’s a tale of food\, fun\, friends\, family\, laughter\, tradition\, music\, amazement\, and pure\, unbridled joy. The Fair — the largest and longest-running community event in San Diego County — makes its triumphant return from Wednesday\, June 10\, through Sunday\, July 5\, 2026 (closed Mondays and Tuesdays.) You won’t want to miss your chance to live out your “happily ever after” at the 2026 SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-county-fair/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Del Mar Fairgrounds\, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.\, Del Mar\, CA
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T213000
DTSTAMP:20260608T234816Z
CREATED:20260608T234816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T234816Z
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SUMMARY:HAIRSPRAY
DESCRIPTION:Based on John Waters’ iconic 1988 film\, this musical has become one of the most beloved of the American stage. Set in Baltimore in 1962\, follow Tracy Turnblad as she achieves her dream of performing on a TV dance show – and works to integrate the show in the process. Winner of 8 Tony Awards\, including Best Musical\, HAIRSPRAY is a family-friendly musical\, piled high with laughter\, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. NVA’s Artistic Producer Kali Boston will make her NVA debut as the director!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/hairspray/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:New Village Arts\, 2787 State Street\, Carlsbad\, 92008
CATEGORIES:SD Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T203000
DTSTAMP:20260623T015510Z
CREATED:20260623T015151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T015510Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego Padres vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nSan Diego Padres/Getty Images North America\nSAN DIEGO\, CA – \n\n\nHead to Petco Park to catch the San Diego Padres in action as they take on rivals Los Angeles Dodgers. It’s a weekend full of baseball and entertainment in San Diego.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-padres-vs-los-angeles-dodgers-june-26-28/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Petco Park\, 100 Park Blvd\,\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:LA Sports Events,SD Sports Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Sports Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T173000
DTSTAMP:20260622T213402Z
CREATED:20260622T213402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T213402Z
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SUMMARY:Oceanside USA 250 Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Junior Seau Pier Amphitheater for an afternoon of live music\, local flavor\, and classic Americana. Country Star Greg Campbell headlines the stage alongside a full lineup of performances\, while hundreds of local vendors\, artists\, and community groups bring the celebration to life. \nEnjoy Chili cook-offs\, kids grand prix\, a full Fun Zone packed with kids’ activities\, and plenty of good eats along the way. Come celebrate 250 years of community\, creativity\, and freedom the O’Side way. \nThis event is put on by the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce\, for more information please visit the event page on their website. \nThis event will feature a closure of the Strand on Pier Beach in addition to closures of Parking Lots 24B\, 28\, 29 and 30.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/oceanside-usa-250-festival/
LOCATION:Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre\, 200 North Strand\, Oceanside\, CA\, 92054
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T022412Z
CREATED:20260426T020119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T022412Z
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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/2026-06-27/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T221911Z
CREATED:20260605T210619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T221911Z
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SUMMARY:Barnes & Noble Storytime with Maria Felicia Kelley\, featuring "July Four: 7/4"
DESCRIPTION:Maria will chat about her book’s exploration of Independence Day celebrations\, summertime fun\, the book’s recipe activity\, and calendar awareness—themes perfect for young kids! Plus\, a glimpse at American symbols and an intro to Independence Day history helps explain the reasons we celebrate. \n\nJoin us at the Barnes & Noble in Encinitas on Saturday\, June 27th at 11 am for a Calendar Chat & Storytime\n\nSaturday\, June 27 \nJuly Four: 7/4 Calendar Chat & Storytime \n11:00 am – 12:00 pm \nBarnes & Noble – 1040 N. El Camino Real | Encinitas \n\n\n\nMaria will chat about her book’s exploration of Independence Day celebrations\, summertime fun and the July Four: 7/4 recipe activity included in the book. Calendar awareness will be another fun theme\, perfect for young kids!\n\n\n RSVP below if you’re planning on joining the fun! One lucky registered attendee will receive a four-book Celebrate the HoliDates® collection of titles!  \n(Please RSVP to be entered into this random drawing. All entry participants must attend the book event and drawing to win.)\n\n\n\nRSVP To Attend!\n\n\nTo learn more about the event\, July Four: 7/4 and the Celebrate the HoliDates® in our recent The North County Moms blog post\, here.\n\nSpurred by Constantine’s journey with Down syndrome\, the series stands out for its mission: contributing a percentage of book sales proceeds to nonprofits that empower and support youth within the Trisomy 21\, Down syndrome community. \nPurchase books through Amazon or Barnes & Noble. And please leave positive remarks and comments (yes\, helpful\, bookselling one liners are perfect\, if writing is not your jam ) to inspire more purchases to enable more donations! \nThank you!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/barnes-noble-storytime-with-maria-felicia-kelley-featuring-july-four-7-4/
LOCATION:Barnes & Noble – Encinitas\, Encinitas Town Center 1040 N. El Camino Real Drive\, Encinitas\,\, CA\, 92024
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T200000
DTSTAMP:20260623T021308Z
CREATED:20260623T021308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T021308Z
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SUMMARY:Ocean Beach Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off
DESCRIPTION:The 46th Annual \nOcean Beach Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off\, Presented by Buzz Cannabis\, offers attendees eclectic fun in the sun for all ages. Tens of thousands of visitors will attend the event from 10 am to 8 pm on Saturday\, June 27\, 2026\, for a tasty festival nosh\, art\, beachfront entertainment\, shopping\, and more. \nEntry to the Street Fair is always free! The Chili Competition features tastings from amateurs and restaurants competing for various awards\, including Judges’ Award\, and Grand Prize: People’s Choice Award.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/ocean-beach-street-fair-chili-cook-off/
LOCATION:Ocean Beach – Street Fair\, 4800–5000 blocks of Newport Avenue and along the waterfront\, San Diego\, CA
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T212630Z
CREATED:20260622T212630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T212630Z
UID:10001984-1782554400-1782561600@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:Oceanside Independence Parade
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Independence Parade hosted by Mainstreet Oceanside and the City of Oceanside! The parade will take place on Coast Highway between Oceanside Boulevard and Surfrider Street.  A beloved tradition since 1892\, the parade is a tribute to our community’s spirit\, our hometown heroes\, and our country’s heritage. For more information about the event please visit the event page on Mainstreet Oceanside’s website. \nThis event will feature multiple street closures in downtown Oceanside. The primary closure will be the parade route on Coast Highway.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/oceanside-independence-parade/
LOCATION:Oceanside Civic Center Plaza\, 300 North Coast Highway\, Oceanside\, CA\, 92054
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20260609T025644Z
CREATED:20260609T024426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T025644Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego County Fair is the greatest story our community has ever told. It’s a tale of food\, fun\, friends\, family\, laughter\, tradition\, music\, amazement\, and pure\, unbridled joy. The Fair — the largest and longest-running community event in San Diego County — makes its triumphant return from Wednesday\, June 10\, through Sunday\, July 5\, 2026 (closed Mondays and Tuesdays.) You won’t want to miss your chance to live out your “happily ever after” at the 2026 SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-county-fair/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Del Mar Fairgrounds\, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.\, Del Mar\, CA
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260626T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260626T213000
DTSTAMP:20260623T015510Z
CREATED:20260623T015151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T015510Z
UID:10001987-1782498600-1782509400@socalspotlight.biz
SUMMARY:San Diego Padres vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nSan Diego Padres/Getty Images North America\nSAN DIEGO\, CA – \n\n\nHead to Petco Park to catch the San Diego Padres in action as they take on rivals Los Angeles Dodgers. It’s a weekend full of baseball and entertainment in San Diego.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-padres-vs-los-angeles-dodgers-june-26-28/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Petco Park\, 100 Park Blvd\,\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:LA Sports Events,SD Sports Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Sports Events
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SUMMARY:OC Parks Sunset Cinema
DESCRIPTION:OC Parks Sunset Cinema film series showcases a mix of recent hits and classic favorites at some of Orange County’s premiere parks. Enjoy 12 free movie screenings Friday nights\, beginning June 5 through Aug. 28\, at Carbon Canyon Regional Park\, Craig Regional Park\, Mason Regional Park\, Yorba Regional Park\, Laguna Niguel Regional Park\, Irvine Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Guests of all ages are encouraged to arrive early for lively pre show entertainment\, including character meet and greets\, DJ led games\, themed photo opportunities and more. Cinema events begin at 6 p.m. with films beginning after sundown. \nFriday movie nights kick off June 5 and include Lilo & Stitch (2025)\, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)\, Freakier Friday (2025)\, Monsters\, Inc. (2001)\, How to Train Your Dragon (2025)\, Elio (2025)\, Twilight (2008)\, The Wild Robot (2024)\, 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)\, Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)\, Jumanji (1995) and Top Gun (1986).
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/oc-parks-sunset-cinema/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,OC Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260626T110000
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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/2026-06-26/
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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