July Calendar of Events

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Friday July 1

Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins

Follow the world’s smallest penguins on their journey from hatchlings to adults and learn what makes Little Blues so unique (and adorable). Opens July 12. Included with admission. $19.95–$24.95; 2 & under free. Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. Reservations required: www.aquarium.ucsd.edu

Night Fishing at Lake Poway. Fridays, 6–11:30 pm. Through Sept. 3. $3–$7. 14644 Lake Poway Rd. www.poway.org

Ignite Fireworks at SeaWorld. End your day at SeaWorld with a spectacular fireworks presentation. July 1–4, 8–10, 15–17, 22–24 & 29–31. Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. www.seaworld.com

“Ghostbusters.” Enjoy family-friendly movies all summer under the stars. Today, 4:15 pm. $11.75–$24.50. Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero, Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, 1 Market Place. Full schedule: www.rooftopcinemaclub.com

Sunset Luaus on the Bay. A familyfriendly event with authentic island music & dance entertainment featuring a silk lei, all-you-can-eat buffet and more. 6–9 pm. $49–$89. Catamaran Resort Hotel, 3999 Mission Blvd. www.catamaranresort.com/ sunset-luaus

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San Diego County Fair: Heroes Re-

Unite. All your fair favorites! Through July 4, 11 am–10 pm. $12–$20; 5 & under free. Ages 12 & under free every Friday. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Must purchase tickets and parking in advance: www.sdfair.com.

“Marvel’s Black Panther” in Concert.

Relive the excitement of the movie while the San Diego Symphony performs the Oscar-winning score live. 7:30 pm. Starting at $50. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way. www.theshell.org

Summer Concerts Series. Sundays, 5 pm through Aug. Standley Park, 3585 Governor Dr. www.sandiego.gov/park-andrecreation/centers/recctr/standley

Snow: Tiny Crystals, Global Impact.

Explore the vital role that snow plays in our global climate system through exciting interactives. Open daily, 10 am–5 pm. Through Sept. 5. Included with admission. $18.95–$21.95; 2 & under free. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org

Electric Ocean at SeaWorld. Stay late all summer to immerse yourself in exotic worlds of light and music and experience SeaWorld attractions in a whole new way. Through Aug. 14. Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. Tickets: www.seaworldsandiego.com

“The Stinky Cheese Man and Other

Fairly Stupid Tales.” Though the characters may be familiar, each of your favorite storybook fables is uproariously derailed. Weekends through July 17. $16–$18. Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. www.juniortheatre.com

“Disney’s Moana Jr.” Moana and Maui learn lessons about teamwork and friendship. Tonight, 7 pm; tomorrow, 2 & 7 pm; July 3, 2 pm. $15–$17. Avo Playhouse, 303 Main St., Vista. https://my.moonlightstage.com/events

FREE Summer Reading Program: Read

Beyond the Beaten Path. Complete a combination of 10 books, hours of reading or activities to claim your prizes. Through Aug. 31. www.sandiego.gov/public-library/ kidsandteens/summerreading

FREE STEAM Experience Day.

Activities include Sustainable Agriculture, YouTuber, Game-gineers, Technology Core Electronics & VR. For grades 2–5. 10 am–12:30 pm. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. Register: www.handsontecheducation.com

Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing - The

Exhibition. Immerse yourself in this exhibition that brings the web-slinger’s entire storied history to life. Open daily, 10 am–6 pm. $18–$30; 3 & under free. Comic-Con Museum, 2131 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park. www.comic-con.org/museum

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Crown City Classic 12K & 5K.

Kick off your 4th of July weekend by running 7.4 miles to celebrate 7/4. 7–10 am. $15–$65. Coronado Tidelands Park, 2000 Mullinex Dr., Coronado. Register: www.crowncityrun.com

San Diego Strike Force. Professional indoor football team. Tonight vs. Tucson Sugar Skulls & July 9 vs. Duke City Gladiators. Visit website for times. $15–$65. Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. www.sdstrikeforce.com

Lake Poway Family Campout. Guided evening hikes, campfire with s’mores and more. Bring your own camping equipment. Tonight, July 16 & 30, 5 pm–9 am tomorrow. $55–$66. 14644 Lake Poway Rd. www.poway.org

FREE Summer Movies in the Park: “Sing 2.” Bring a blanket and enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars. 6:30–10 pm. Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Dr., Poway. www.poway.org

“The Taming of the Shrew.”

Shakespeare’s hilarious battle of the sexes. 8 pm. Through July 10. Lowell Davies Festival Theater, 1363 Old Globe Way. Tickets: www.theoldglobe.org

Sesame Place San Diego. Features 18 Sesame Street-themed rides and exciting water attractions. Open daily.

2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. Tickets: www.sesameplacesandiego.com

Golden State Train Ride. Ride on the historic San Diego & Arizona Railway. Sat. & Sun.; 10:30 & 11:45 am, 1:45 & 3 pm. $9–$18; under 3 free. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Campo Depot, 750 Depot St. www.psrm.org

“Toy Story” in Concert. Watch the film while listening to the award-winning score by San Diego Symphony. 7:30 pm. Starting at $50. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way. www.theshell.org

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FREE Mission Bay Fireworks Show.

Launching near Mission Bay Yacht Club. 9 pm. www.discovermissionbay.org

FREE Coronado Summer Concert

Series. Sundays, 6 pm through Sept. 4. Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave. www.coronadoconcert.com

FREE Summer Sundays. Music, food, kids’ crafts, face painting and more. Village Walk at Eastlake, 878 Eastlake Pkwy., Chula Vista. www.shopvillagewalk.com

Oceanside Fireworks Display. Music and food trucks, 5:30 pm; Fireworks, 9 pm. SoCal Soccer Complex, 3300 El Corazon Dr. Parking, $12. www.ci.oceanside.ca.us

San Diego Wave Soccer.

Cheer on our national women’s soccer team vs. Washington Spirit. 2 pm. $27+. Torero Stadium, USD Campus. www.sandiegowavefc.com

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FREE Old Fashioned Fourth of July

Celebration. K Celebrate “turn-of-the-20thcentury-style” with patriotic entertainment, western re-enactors, crafts, train displays and old-fashioned games. Fee for train rides. 10 am–4 pm. Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd. www.poway.org

July 4th Run & Ride. 10K & 2 mile run or 12, 28 & 50 mile ride. Starting on Red Cedar Dr. & ending at Hoyt Park, Scripps Ranch. Register: www.runride.org

FREE Military, Fire & Law Appreciation

Day at the Wave Waterpark. Active or retired military, fire or law enforcement can enjoy the Wave for free. Valid ID required. 10 am–4 pm. 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.cityofvista.com the month to residents of the City and County of San Diego, and to active military personnel and their dependents. For schedule visit www.balboapark.org.

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UC Celebration. 5K run, snow, bike & pet parade, play area, concert and more. 7:45 am–7 pm. Standley Park, 3585 Governor Dr. www.uccelebration.com

Padres Home Games. Today & tomorrow vs. Mariners, July 7–10 vs. Giants, July 15–17 vs. D-Backs & July 29–30 vs. Twins. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com

“Independence Day.” 8 pm. Starting at $18.50. Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero, Manchester Grand Hyatt, 1 Market Pl. www.rooftopcinemaclub.com Recess at Oma’s 2022. All activities inside Oma’s (wagon rides excluded) will be offered. July 6–8, 10 am–1 pm & 2–5 pm. Oma’s Family Farm, 14950 El Monte Rd., Lakeside. Pre-purchase tickets: www.omasfamilyfarm.com

FREE Cajon Classic Cruise. Food, live entertainment and classic cars. Wednesdays, 5–8 pm. Main St. & Magnolia Ave., El Cajon. www.cajonclassiccruise.org

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FREE Balboa Park Twilight Concerts.

Every Tues., Wed. & Thurs. through Aug. 25. 6:30 –7:30 pm. www.balboapark.org/ twilight-concerts Santee Summer Concerts. Thursdays, 6:30–8 pm. Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Dr., Santee. www.cityofsanteeca.gov

Flicks at the Fountain. Thursdays through Aug. 4. Seating, 6 pm; Movie, 8 pm. Carlsbad Village Assoc., 300 Carlsbad Village Dr. www.carlsbad-village.com

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FREE Hullaballo Kids Concert. 10 am. Del Mar Highlands Town Center, upper plaza, 12925 El Camino Real. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com

Tanabata Festival. This holiday celebrates the meeting of Orihime and Hikoboshi with kid-friendly games, performances, crafts and food. 10 am–6 pm. $10–$12, 6 & under free. Japanese Friendship Garden, Balboa Park. www.niwa.org

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FREE “Space Jam: A New Legacy.”

Tonight, 6:30 pm at 4S Ranch Sports Park, 16118 4S Ranch Pkwy. & July 22, 7 pm at Carmel Valley Community Park, 3777 Townsgate Dr. www.summermoviesinthepark.com

LEGO Ferrari Build and Race. Construct a LEGO race car, scan it and digitally race it while adapting to racecourse variables including weather, wind speed and more. Open daily, included with admission. LEGOLAND, 1 LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com Kids Bowl FREE. Two games every day through Aug. 21. Aztec Lanes, 6075 Aztec Cir. Dr. & Surf Bowl, 1401 S. Coast Hwy., Oceanside. www.kidsbowlfree.com

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Summer Serenade. Live performances, food trucks and more. 5–7:30 pm. $10–$15. San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320 N. Broadway, Escondido. www.sdcdm.org/summerserenade

Sea Monsters: Delving Into the

Deep Myth. Go on an imaginary journey to investigate sea monsters. 10 am–5 pm. Included with general admission. $10–$20; 2 & under free. Maritime Museum, 1492 North Harbor Dr. www.sdmaritime.org

FREE Accessibility Mornings at The New

Children’s Museum. Provides access for families who would benefit from a sensoryfriendly experience and quieter setting. 8–9 am. 200 W. Island Ave. www.thinkplaycreate.org

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FREE Symphony in the Park. Bring a picnic dinner, blankets and low back chairs. 5:30–7:30 pm. Hoyt Park, Scripps Ranch Blvd. & Aviary Dr. www.symphonyinthepark.org

FREE Sundays at Six Summer Concerts.

Sundays, 6 pm. Harry Griffen Park, 9550 Milden St., La Mesa. www.lamesaparks.org

FREE Summer Concert Series. 5:30–7 pm. Tonight & July 24, Lake Poway, 14644 Lake Poway Rd. (parking $10); July 17, Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd. www.poway.org

Sunday Summer Concerts by the Sea.

Tonight & July 24, 3–5 pm. Moonlight Beach, 400 B St., Encinitas. www.encinitasca.gov

KidsFest at Petco Park. Bounce houses, face painters, balloon artists and other kid-friendly activities in Gallagher Square. Today: Machado Trading Cards & July 31: Tatis Jr. Ball & Bat Set. Tickets: www.padres.com

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Breathing Room at the New Children’s

Museum. A new quiet space with calming colors and hanging textile sculptures that gently move up and down, allowing visitors to slow down and relax. Daily, 9 am–4 pm, closed Tues. & Wed. $10–$15. 200 W. Island Ave. www.thinkplaycreate.org

Nighttime Zoo. The Zoo will be open late and filled with live entertainment from a variety of artists, special summer treats and an opportunity to see wildlife from a different perspective. 9 am–9 pm through Sept. 5. San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr. Tickets: www.sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org

wednesday | 13

Street Legacy: SoCal Style

Masters. Aspects of graffiti, street art, skateboarding, surfing and more expressed through a range of media. Through Aug. 28, closed Mon. & Tues. $6–$12. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 Escondido Blvd. www.artcenter.org

Don’t forget to call to confirm dates, times and admission prices. friday | 15

FREE All-Inclusive Day of Play &

Resource Fair. Kids of all abilities can enjoy activity stations, crafts, games, giveaways and more at this annual event hosted by the Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego. 10 am–1 pm. Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center, 10440 Black Mountain Rd. www.snrfsd.org

FREE Santee Summer Concert Series.

Fridays, July 22 & 29. 6:30–8 pm. Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Dr., Santee. www.santeesummerconcerts.com

FREE Point Loma Summer Concerts.

Fridays, 5:30–8:30 pm. Point Loma Park. www.pointlomasummerconcerts.org

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Fireworks at Petco Park. Padres vs. D-Backs, 5:40 pm. Post-game fireworks. Tickets: www.padres.com

San Diego Pride Festival & Parade.

Parade: 10 am, Univ. Ave & Normal St. to Laurel St. Festival: Today, 11 am–10 pm & tomorrow, 11 am–9 pm. Balboa Park. Tickets: www.sdpride.org

FREE Movie in the Park & Summer Fun

Fest. Face painting, crafts, activities and more, 5:30-7 pm; “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” 8 pm. Details: www.cityofvista.com

Accessibility Mornings at the

Fleet. Families who benefit from a lowsensory experience can enjoy exhibit galleries in a quieter setting and a special IMAX film screening (lights on and a lower volume). 9–11 am. Free admission for one guest and one chaperone. Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.fleetscience.org

FREE Summer Movies in the Park:

“Luca.” Bring your inner tubes and rafts or borrow one of ours and enjoy a familyfriendly movie under the stars. 6–10 pm. Poway Community Swim Center, 13094 Civic Center Dr., Poway. www.poway.org

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Pawmicon. Featuring pet cosplay contests, comic-themed trivia, artist alley, cosplayers & an AR scavenger hunt. 10 am–2 pm. $5–$15; 4 & under free. Town & Country Resort, 500 Hotel Cir. N. www.animalcenter.org

FREE Concerts by the Sea. Familyfriendly concerts at one of California’s most beautiful outdoor venues. Sundays, 3:30–5:30 pm. Scripps Park at La Jolla Cove. www.kiwanisclublajolla.org

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FREE Encinitas Cruise Night. Historic cars, live music and more. 5:30–7:30 pm. Through Sept. S. Coast Hwy. 101 from D to K St. www.encinitas101.com

Comic-Con International: San Diego.

The largest comics and pop culture event in the U.S. Through July 24. San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr. Tickets and schedule: www.comic-con.org

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Opening Day of the Del Mar Racetrack.

Gates open at 11:30 am. Thurs.-Sun. through Sept. 11. 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Tickets: www.delmarracing.com

“Wreck-It Ralph.” 8 pm. Martin Luther King Jr. Swimming Pool, 6401 Skyline Dr. www.summermoviesinthepark.com

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Science & Engineering Night. Join this after-hours event with hands-on activities featuring science, technology, reading, engineering, art and math (STREAM). 5–7:30 pm. $10–$15. San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320 N. Broadway, Escondido. www.sdcdm.org/sciencenight

Aloha Plunge. Enjoy fun, island-themed pool games and activities followed by a Polynesian dance performance and learn to hula. 5–8 pm. $10; 3 & under free. Alga Norte Aquatic Center, 6565 Alicante Rd., Carlsbad. www.carlsbadca.gov

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FREE National Carousel Day at Balboa

Park. Free rides and entertainment. 11 am–5:30 pm. Park Blvd. at Zoo Pl. www.balboaparkcarousel.org

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Head Over Heels. This fearlessly fresh new musical comedy includes The GoGo’s hit songs “We Got The Beat,” “Our Lips Are Sealed,” “Vacation” and more. Through Aug. 14. $16–$18. Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.juniortheatre.com

FREE Drive-in Movie: “Luca.” Open swim, 6 pm; Movie starts at sunset. La Mesa Municipal Pool & Spa, 5100 Memorial Dr. www.lamesaparks.org

“Harry Potter and the Deathly

Hallows Part 1” in Concert. A live symphony orchestra performs this epic score as the film is projected onto a giant screen. Today & tomorrow, 7:30 pm. Starting at $50. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way. www.theshell.org

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FREE Summer Movies in the Park Series: “The Mitchells vs. The

Machines.” Bring a blanket and enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars. 6–9:45 pm. Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Dr., Poway. www.poway.org

Cabaret in the Courtyard: The Music

of Kander & Ebb. When it comes to Broadway show tunes from Chicago, Cabaret and Kiss of the Spider Woman, it doesn’t get more razzle-dazzle than the songs from this duo. Today & tomorrow, 7 pm. $35–$45. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. www.artcenter.org

FREE Marine Band Summer Concert.

Dance to the beautiful sounds of the 45-piece Marine Band San Diego, their popular music group ‘Sound Strike’ and New Orleans-style brass band, ‘Double Time Brass Band.’ 6 pm. Piazza della Famiglia, Little Italy. www.littleitalysd.com/ events/marine-band-san-diego-summerconcert

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MEET THE Southern California. 7-10:30 am. $3. San Diego Model Railroad Museum, 1649 El Prado, Balboa Park. www.sdmrm.org/ swap-meet

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“A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Filled with magic, humor, music, and spectacle, the merriment unfolds in an enchanted forest where fairies play tricks on unsuspecting lovers and bumbling actors are transformed beyond their wildest dreams. Through Sept. 4. The Old Globe, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.theoldglobe.org

“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.” Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday. 4:15 pm. Starting at $18.50. Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero, Manchester Grand Hyatt, 1 Market Pl. www.rooftopcinemaclub.com

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