Events from May 17, 2024
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On May 17, 2024At Birch Aquarium at Scripps Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosHold Fast. Explore our local kelp forests and climate change by weaving through a labyrinth of cyanotype-printed giant kelp, witness up-to-the-minute kelp forest mapping and more. Daily through Sept. $19.95–$24.95. Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. Advance reservations required: www.aquarium.ucsd.edu -
On May 17, 2024At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksDino Valley. This new land features an interactive build-and-play area, tons of prehistoric fun and three roar-some rides including DUPLO Little Dino Trail, Explorer River Quest and Coastersaurus. Open daily. Legoland, One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. Tickets: www.legoland.com -
On May 17, 2024At Carlsbad Strawberry Fields Categories: OutdoorsU-Pick Strawberry Fields. Daily, 9 am–5 pm. Carlsbad Strawberry Company, Cannon Rd. & I-5. www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com -
On May 17, 2024At Maritime Museum of San Diego Categories: Special Events“Rising Tide.” This exhibit visualizes the human costs of the climate crisis across the world through photographs, video, drone images and sound. 10 am–5 pm daily through Labor Day. $12–$24; under 2 free. Maritime Museum of San Diego, 1492 N. Harbor Dr. www.sdmaritime.org -
On May 17, 2024At Birch Aquarium at Scripps Categories: Special EventsHold Fast. Explore our local kelp forests and climate change by weaving through a labyrinth of cyanotype-printed giant kelp, witness up-to-the-minute kelp forest mapping and more. Daily through Sept. $19.95–$24.95. Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. Advance reservations required: www.aquarium.ucsd.edu -
On May 17, 2024At Sesame Place San Diego Categories: Amusement ParksElmo’s Springtacular. Furry fun and an exciting lineup of special events. Select dates through May 19. Sesame Place, 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. Tickets: www.sesameplace.com -
On May 17, 2024At Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park Categories: ScienceColor in a New Light. Explore the science of color, light we can see, light we can't see and darkness. Daily, 10 am–5 pm. Included with admission. $19.95–$24.95. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org -
On May 17, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos, FREEFREE The Big Exchange. Members of participating San Diego Museum Council organizations can visit more than 50 participating museums, historic sites, gardens and more. Through May 18. Details: www.sandiegomuseumcouncil.org/specials/the-big-exchange -
On May 17, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: FoodFoodies 4 Foster Kids. Restaurants will have a designated menu item, in which a portion of each sale will be donated to Promises2Kids benefitting foster children. May 1–31. Participating restaurants: www.promises2kids.org -
On May 17, 2024At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: Amusement ParksViva La Música. Experience this festive, family-friendly Latin celebration in a new way as you dance to the hottest music, sample fiery flavors and more. Select dates through May 19. SeaWorld, Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. Tickets: www.seaworldsandiego.com -
On May 17, 2024At Downtown El Cajon Categories: ConcertDinner and a Concert. Fridays, 6–8 pm through Sept. 27. Concert is free. Prescott Promenade, downtown El Cajon. www.downtownelcajon.com -
On May 17, 2024At San Diego Botanic Garden Categories: OutdoorsWorld of Orchids. Annual spring orchids showcase. Through May 27, closed Tuesdays. $7 plus admission; $10–$18. San Diego Botanic Garden, 300 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. www.sdbg.org -
On May 17, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: FREEFREE San Diego River Days. 30 free activities including guided hikes, clean-ups, nature walks and more. Through May 19. Details: www.sandiegoriverdays.org -
On May 17, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: FREEKids Bowl FREE. Two games a day through Aug. 17. Aztec Lanes, 6075 Aztec Cir. Dr. Details and to register: www.kidsbowlfree.com -
On May 17, 2024Nat at Night. Explore the museum’s wonders after hours, plus admission is half price after 5 pm. 10 am–10 pm. $14–$24; 2 & under free. San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park. www.sdnat.org -
On May 17, 2024At Temecula, CA Categories: Community ActivitiesThe Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival. Hot air balloons, music and more. Today, 3–10 pm, tomorrow, 6 am–10 pm & May 19, 6 am–6 pm. Lake Skinner Recreation Area, 37701 Warren Rd., Winchester. Tickets: www.tvbwf.com -
On May 17, 2024At Santee Trolley Square Categories: FREEFREE Friday Nights Live. Live entertainment and kids activities. Fridays through June 7, 5:30–7 pm. Santee Trolley Square, 9884 Mission Gorge Rd. www.santeespecialevents.com
