June San Diego Calendar of Events

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Master Model Builders drew inspiration from top San Diego neighborhoods and landmarks including the Rady Shell, Petco Park, Hotel del Coronado, California Tower at Balboa Park, Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds and San Diego’s incredible coastline. Open daily. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. Tickets: www.legoland.com

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FREE Summer Reading Program: Find Your Voice. Complete a combination of 10 books, hours of reading or activities to claim your prizes. June 1–Aug. 31. Register: www.sandiego.gov/public-library/ kidsandteens/summerreading

Blue Star Museums offers FREE admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve. Through Sept. 4. Details: www.arts.gov/ initiatives/blue-star-museums

LEGOLAND Water Park. Slides, sandy beaches, Build-A-Raft River plus Pirate Reef and LEGO Legends of CHIMA Water Park comprising 10 acres of water fun. Daily, 10:30 am–5:30 pm. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. Tickets: www.legoland.com

FREE Hullabaloo Kids Concert.

10–11 am. Del Mar Highlands Town Center, Upper Plaza, 12925 El Camino Real. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com

Sesame Summer Splash. Plenty of sun-sational events all summer long with 18 rides and attractions, games, live entertainment and more. Cool off on family-friendly water slides and water play areas-including the all-new Count’s Splash Castle. Through Sept. 4. Sesame Place San Diego, 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. Tickets: www.sesameplace.com

FREE Walk in A.R.T. Unique vendors, creative food offerings, music and more. 5–10 pm. Mural Alley, on University Ave. between 4th & 5th., Hillcrest. www.firstthursdayartnight.com

Flashback. An exploration of 50 years of science, pop culture, trends and San Diego history. $19.95–$24.95; 3 & under free. Through June 4. 10 am–5 pm. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org friday | 2

FREE Friday Nights Live. Live entertainment and kids activities. Tonight & June 9, 5:30–7 pm. Santee Trolley Square, 9884 Mission Gorge Rd. www.santeespecialevents.com

FREE Valley Center Western Days Festival & Parade. Games, rides, food and entertainment. Today & tomorrow. 28305 Lilac Rd. Details: www.westerndays.org

Dinner and a Concert. Fridays, 6–8 pm. Through Sept. 29. Concert is free. Prescott Promenade Park, 200 E. Main St., downtown El Cajon. Tickets: www.downtownelcajon.com

Kid’s Night Out. Kids, grades 1-5, enjoy a themed night of games, arts and crafts, movies and more. 4:30–9 pm. $10–$20. Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Dr., Poway. Registration required: www.poway.org saturday | 3

Padres Home Games. Today through June 5 vs. Reds; June 6–7 vs. Mariners;

June 13–15 vs. Guardians, June 16–18 vs. Rays, June 23–25 vs. Nationals. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com

FREE Fit Athletic Yoga at The Rady Shell. Allow your body and mind to joyfully connect in one of the most beautiful settings in San Diego. 9:30–10:30 am. 222 Marina Park Way. Register: www.theshell.org

The Wave Waterpark. Open daily (except June 16 & 30). $11–$24; 2 & under free. The Wave Waterpark, 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com

Sunset Special Train Ride. Enjoy a beautiful sunset ride through East County’s rugged backcountry. Saturdays, 7 pm. $9–$18; 2 & under free. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Campo Depot, 750 Depot St. www.psrm.org

FREE Flag Day Parade. Downtown La Mesa Village. Details: www.lamesaparks.org

FREE Sam Hinton Folk Festival. Musical performances, musical workshops, group jams and an open mic stage including Bluegrass, Olde Time, Irish music and more. 11 am–5 pm. Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd., Poway. www.poway.org www.sandiegoairandspace.org

Space Day. Demonstrations, hands-on activities with national space industry experts and more. 10 am–2 pm. $15–$25; 2 & under free. San Diego Air & Space Museum, Balboa Park.

San Diego Growlers Professional Ultimate Frisbee Team. Today & June 17, 6:15 pm. Starting at $15. Mission Bay High School, 2475 Grand Ave. www.sdgrowlersstore.com

Golden State Train Ride. Ride on the historic San Diego & Arizona Railway. Weekends; 10:30 am, 12 noon & 3 pm. $9–$18; under 3 free. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Campo Depot, 750 Depot St. www.psrm.org

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Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon. Starting at Balboa Park and finishing in downtown San Diego. Details and register at www.runrocknroll.com/san-diego.

Nighttime Zoo

Come “rock and roar” this season with live music and other amazing entertainment experiences. Through Sept. 5, 9 am–9 pm. San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr. www.sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org

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FREE Coronado Summer Concert Series. Sundays, 6 pm through Sept. 3. Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave. www.coronadoconcert.com

FREE Spreckels Organ Society Concerts. Sundays, 2–3 pm. Pavilion-Pan American Pl., Balboa Park. www.spreckelsorgan.org/sunday-concerts

San Diego Civic Youth Orchestra: Music Celebration Concert. Featuring string, wind and full orchestra ensembles showcasing talented young musicians. 3 pm. $12–$15. California Center for the Arts, 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido. www.artcenter.org monday | 5

Above and Beyond. Immersive simulations, interactive design challenges and more. Daily, 10 am–4 pm. $15–$25; 2 & under free. San Diego Air & Space Museum, Balboa Park. www.sandiegoairandspace.org tuesday | 6

Money Sense. Kids practice life skills by learning how to earn, save and spend play money, withdraw funds from a giant piggy bank, test their money-matching knowledge and more. 9:30 am–4:30 pm; closed Mondays. $11.50. San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320 N. Broadway, Escondido. www.sdcdm.org

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Residents FREE Days at Balboa Park. Park museums offer free admission Tuesdays on a rotating basis throughout 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.

FREE Cajon Classic Cruise. Display of classic cars. Wednesdays, 5–7:30 pm. Through Oct. Downtown El Cajon. www.cajonclassiccruise.org

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Recess at Oma’s. All activities inside Oma’s (wagon rides excluded) will be offered. Through June 10. 10 am–4 pm. Oma’s Family Farm, 14950 El Monte Rd., Lakeside. To pre-purchase tickets: www.omasfamilyfarm.com.

Kids Bowl FREE. Two games every day through Aug. 21. Aztec Lanes, 6075 Aztec Cir. Dr. Details and to register: www.kidsbowlfree.com friday

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Friday Night Splash. 4–8 pm. $12. The Wave Waterpark, 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com

U-Pick Strawberries. Strawberries, fresh produce and local goods. Pet and feed sheep, goats and rabbits. Daily, 9 am–6 pm. Carlsbad Strawberry Company, 1050 Cannon Rd., Carlsbad. www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com

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FREE Neighborhood House Association Block Party. Family resources, interactive booths, crafts and more. 10 am–1 pm. Snapdragon Stadium Kaiser Permanente Thrive Park, 2101 Stadium Way. Register: https://NHABlockParty2023.eventbrite.com

FREE Lavender Day & Antique Craft

Fair. Spend the day with a friend at the farm and shop in the barn for great lavender gifts like lavender soaps, candles and linen spray. 9 am–3 pm. Summers Past Farms, 15602 Olde Hwy. 80, Flinn Springs. www.summerspastfarms.com

Summer Serenade. Family jamboree filled with live performances, food trucks and more. 5–7:30 pm. $10–$15. San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320

San Diego County Fair “Get Out There.”

Explore the great outdoors and get s’more of what life has to offer with live entertainment, FunZone, competitive exhibitions and more. June 7 through July 4 (closed Mondays & Tuesdays in June). 11 am–10 pm. $12–$20; 5 & under free. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. www.sdfair.com

Super Nintendo World

A visual spectacle of vibrant colors and architectural ingenuity featuring the “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge” ride and many thrilling and interactive activities. Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal City. Tickets: www.universalstudioshollywood.com

N. Broadway, Escondido. Registration required: www.sdcdm.org

San Diego Greek Festival. Live music, Greek food, Kids’ Fun Zone and more. Today, 11 am–10 pm & tomorrow, 11 am–8 pm. Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church, 3655 Park Blvd. Tickets: www.sdgreekfestival.com

U.S. Police & Fire Championships. The Olympic-style games will feature athletes competing in over 35 sports across 30 venues in the greater San Diego County. Through June 17. Details: www.cpaf.org

Kids in the Garden. Create recycled art. 10 am–12 noon. $5. Alta Vista Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. Pre-register at farmerjonesavbg@gmail.com. www.altavistabotanicalgardens.org sunday

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FREE Summer Sundays. Music, food, kids’ crafts, balloon sculptures, face painting and more. Sundays through July 16. Village Walk at Eastlake, 878 Eastlake Pkwy., Chula Vista. www.shopvillagewalk.com

FREE All-Inclusive ReadAble Literacy Event

The Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego hosts this event featuring three local authors who will each read a book followed by a craft. Each child will receive a free book (while supplies last). June 10, 10–11:30 am. San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd. Register for free tickets at ReadAble2023.eventbrite.com

FREE Symphony in the Park. Bring a picnic dinner, blankets and low back chairs. 6–7:30 pm. Hoyt Park, Scripps Ranch Blvd. & Aviary Dr. www.symphonyinthepark.org

Science Club: The Great Pacific Garbage Patch Challenge. Design a device that helps clean trash and debris from the ocean. 10 am–12 noon (girls only); 1–3 pm (all scientists). $13–$15. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org

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Step Right Up: Circus Trains. See fascinating and colorful model trains while exploring the history of the world of circus. Tues.–Sun., 10 am–4 pm. Through Nov. $9–$19.50. San Diego Model Railroad Museum, Balboa Park. www.sdmrm.org

Sunset Luau. Family-friendly event with leis, island music, dance entertainment and more. Tuesdays & Fridays through Sept. 1, 5:30–9 pm. Starting at $50. Catamaran Resort Hotel, 3999 Mission Blvd. www.catamaranresort.com thursday

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FREE Coastal Roots Farm’s Film & Music Series. Designed to educate and entertain the community about our planet. 7–10 pm. 441 Saxony Rd., Encinitas. Details: www.coastalrootsfarm.org

Father’s Day Lunch/Tea. A very manly tea. Through June 19. 11:30 am, 1 & 2:30 pm. $12.95–$36.95. Julian Tea & Cottage Arts, 2124 Third St., Julian. Reservations required: www.juliantea.com

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

FREE Santee Summer Concert Series. Thursdays through Aug. 17, 6:30–8 pm. Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Dr. www.cityofsanteeca.gov

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“Encanto.” Enjoy the ultimate open-air cinema experience. 4:15 pm. Starting at $11.75. Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero, The Manchester Grand Hyatt Hotel, 1 Market Place. Full schedule: www.rooftopcinemaclub.com

Donuts With Dad. Games, crafts, puppet shows and more. 10:15–11:15 am. $30 per child. My Gym, 12222 Poway Rd., Poway. Register: www.mygym.com/poway

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Summer Spectacular at SeaWorld. Stay late all summer to immerse yourself in exotic worlds of light and music and experience your favorite SeaWorld attractions in a whole new way. Through Aug. 20. Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. Tickets: www.seaworldsandiego.com

FREE Summer Movies in the Park: “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile.” Movie begins at dusk. Buena Vista Ball Fields, 1851 S. Melrose Dr., Vista. www.cityofvista.com

San Diego Wave Soccer. Cheer on our national women’s soccer team. Today, 1 pm & June 24, 7 pm. Starting at $15. Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way. Tickets: www.sandiegowavefc.com

San Diego Wooden Boat Festival. Live music, activities for children and more. Many vessels will be open for on-board viewing. Today & tomorrow. 2302 Shelter Island Dr. Tickets: www.sdwoodenboatfestival.com

FREE Beach Fest. Surf contests, live concerts on the beach with Grammy award-winning rock band Switchfoot, vendor booths and more. 7 am–5 pm. Moonlight Beach, 400 B St., Encinitas. www.broam.org

Lake Poway Family Campout. Guided evening hikes, campfire with s’mores and a comedy show. Bring your own camping equipment. Tonight, 5 pm–tomorrow, 10 am. $55–$66. 14644 Lake Poway Rd., Poway. Register: www.poway.org

FREE Summer Movies in the Park: “Soul.” Bring a blanket and snacks. 6:30–10 pm. Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Dr., Poway. www.poway.org

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Father’s Day

Father’s Day Brunch Cruise. Plated brunch service with live musical entertainment and complimentary ice-cold beer. 10 am & 2 pm. Starting at $56.70; 3 & under free. Flagship Cruises, 990 N. Harbor Dr. www.flagshipsd.com

Father’s Day Premier Brunch Cruise. Create family memories that will be treasured forever with an amazing day on the water. 11 am–1 pm. $79.90–$99.90; 3 & under free. Pier 1 Hornblower Landing, 1800 N. Harbor Dr. www.cityexperiences.com

FREE Native American Arts Festival Week. Exhibition, demonstrations, Native food tastings and more. Through June 23. Idyllwild Arts Campus, 52500 Temecula Rd. Full schedule: www.idyllwildarts.org/ nativeamericanarts tuesday | 20

Taste of Little Italy. Make your way through 48-square-blocks sampling some of the best bites and sips Little Italy has to offer. Today & tomorrow, 4–8 pm. $50. Piazza della Famiglia, Little Italy. www.littleitalysd.com wednesday | 21

FREE Balboa Park Twilight in the Park Concerts. Every Tues., Wed. & Thurs. 6:30–7:30 pm. Through Aug. 24. Spreckels Organ Pavilion. www.balboapark.org/twilight-concerts thursday | 22

Oceans at Night. Guests 21 and older explore the aquarium in a new light, dance to live music, play games and more. 6:30–9:30 pm. $27–$30. Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu friday | 23

The Animation Academy: From Pencils to Pixels. Interactive stations and a display of Comic-Con program covers and art over the past 50-plus years. Tues.–Sun., 10 am–4 pm. $12–$25; under 6 free. Comic-Con Museum, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.comic-con.org/museum saturday | 24

FREE Ocean Beach Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off. Eclectic fun in the sun with tasty festival nosh, art, beachfront entertainment, family fun zone and more. 10 am–8 pm. www.oceanbeachsandiego.com

FREE Zero Waste Fair. Activities, speakers, booths and more. 10 am–1 pm. EUSD Farm Lab, 441 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. www.cleansd.org

FREE Oceanside Independence Parade: Honoring Our Hometown Heroes. Floats, bands, cool cars and more. 10 am. Coast Hwy. from Wisconsin to Civic Center Dr. www.mainstreetoceanside.com

Smooth Jazz Festival. Today & tomorrow, 3:30 pm. Starting at $85. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way. www.theshell.org

San Diego Scottish Highland Games. Highland dancing, sheepdog trials, clan booths, school of piping and more. Today & tomorrow, 9 am–5 pm. $5–$20. Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. www.sdhighlandgames.org

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Scoop San Diego Ice Cream Festival. Sample the best ice cream, gelato and paletas in San Diego. 12–4 pm. $40; includes 10-1 oz. samples. North Park. www.scoopsandiego.org

FREE Sundays at Six Summer Concerts. Through July 30, 6 pm. Harry Griffen Park, 9550 Milden St., La Mesa. www.lamesaparks.org

FREE Carlsbad Art in the Village. Over 100 featured artists. 9 am–5 pm. Grand Ave., Carlsbad. www.carlsbad-village.com/ events/art-in-the-village

FREE Summer Concert Series. Bring your blanket or chair. 5:30–7 pm. Lake Poway, 14644 Lake Poway Rd., Poway. www.poway.org

FREE Crafting with Critters. Express your passion for animals through art with instructor-led sessions, each exploring a different style of art and different animal muses. 6–7:30 pm. Helen Woodward Animal Center, 6461 El Apajo Rd., Rancho Santa Fe. www.animalcenter.org

KidsFest at Petco Park. Bounce houses, inflatables, games, face painters and other kid-friendly activities in Gallagher Square. Giveaway: Joe Musgrove Growth Chart. 1:10 pm vs. Nationals; festivities start at 11:10 am. Tickets: www.padres.com

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“Grace for President.” An entertaining and inspirational musical about girl power. Through July 9. $18–$20. Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. www.juniortheatre.com

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