Events from May 05, 2024
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From May 05, 2024 10:00 am until May 05, 2024 2:00 pmAt San Diego Model Railroad Museum Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosDaniel Tiger Family Day at the Model Railroad Museum. Costumed meet-and-greet, themed crafts, story time and more. 10 am –12 noon. Included in admission; $20; 12 & under free. Balboa Park. www.sdmrm.org
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On May 05, 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
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On May 05, 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
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On May 05, 2024At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Amusement ParksLEGOLAND Water Park. Features more than seven slides, sandy beaches and the unique Build-A-Raft River plus Pirate Reef and LEGO Legends of CHIMA Water Park comprising 10 acres of water fun. April 1–7, then weekends through May 26. 11 am–5 pm. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. Tickets: www.legoland.com
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On May 05, 2024At Carlsbad Strawberry Fields Categories: OutdoorsU-Pick Strawberry Fields. Daily, 9 am–5 pm. Carlsbad Strawberry Company, Cannon Rd. & I-5. www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com
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On May 05, 2024At San Diego Zoo Safari Park Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosButterfly Jungle Safari. Become immersed in the vibrant world of pollinators while discovering the important role butterflies play in nature. Through May 12. $15. Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido. www.sdzsafaripark.org
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On May 05, 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
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On May 05, 2024At Belmont Park Categories: FREE, Special EventsFREE Belmont in Bloom. Dive into the wonders of spring with stunning floral arrangements, vibrant sculptures and local artists and performances. Weekends through May 27. Belmont Park, 3146 Mission Blvd. www.belmontpark.com
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On May 05, 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
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On May 05, 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
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On May 05, 2024At Casa del Prado Theatre, Balboa Park Categories: Theatre“Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the Musical.” Grab a hall pass and don’t be late for an adventure familiar to anyone who actually survived middle school. Through May 12. $20–$22. Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. www.juniortheatre.com
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On May 05, 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
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On May 05, 2024At Westgate Hotel Categories: holiday teas, Mother's DayMother’s Day Tea at The Westgate Hotel. Tea, live music and a take-home gift. May 1–5 & 8–12, 1–5 pm. $39–$74. 1055 Second Ave. Reservations: www.westgatehotel.com
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On May 05, 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
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On May 05, 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
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On May 05, 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
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On May 05, 2024At Old Town San Diego Categories: Community Activities, FREEFREE Fiesta Cinco de Mayo in Old Town. Food, music and family-friendly activities. Today, 10 am–8 pm & tomorrow, 10 am–6 pm. www.oldtownsandiego.org/cincodemayo
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On May 05, 2024At Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Categories: FREEFREE Campo Days. Explore the Wild West, ride a historic train and more. Today & tomorrow, 9 am–5 pm. 4 museums: Motor Transport Museum, Gaskell Brothers Stone Store Museum, Camp Lockett Event & Equestrian Facility & Pacific Southwest Railway Museum. www.visitcampo.com
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On May 05, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: SportsFamily Fun at the Rink. Roller skating, live DJs and more. Sat. & Sun. afternoons. $15; includes skates. Ringer’s Roller Rink, 6060 Federal Blvd. www.ringersrollerrink.com
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On May 05, 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
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On May 05, 2024At California Center for the Arts, Escondido Categories: TheatreCarmina Burana. Medieval poetry transformed into a powerful composition for orchestra and chorus. Tonight, 8 pm & tomorrow, 2 pm. Starting at $35. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. www.cityballet.org
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On May 05, 2024At San Diego Children's Discovery Museum Categories: Special EventsKPBS Daniel Tiger & Katerina Kittycat. Practice your social skills with story time, goodie bags and crafts. Today & tomorrow, 9:30 am–12:30 pm. $11.50. San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320 N. Broadway, Escondido. Register: www.sdcdm.org
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On May 05, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: FREE, Circus ShowsFREE Fern Street Circus Neighborhood Tour. Showcasing the diverse talents of students from Fern Street Circus after-school program. Today, Cesar Chavez Recreation Center, 455 Sycamore Rd. & tomorrow, Park de la Cruz, 3603 38th St. 2 pm. www.fernstreetcircus.com
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On May 05, 2024At Balboa Theatre Categories: Theatre“Giselle.” Set in Spanish Colonial California and showcasing San Diego Ballet’s excellence, beauty and Latin flair. Tonight, 8 pm & tomorrow, 2:30 pm. Starting at $10. Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave. www.sandiegoballet.org
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On May 05, 2024At Escondido CA Categories: Special EventsEscondido Renaissance Faire. Jousting tournament, live entertainment and more. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–6 pm. $12–$27; under 5 free. Felicita County Park, 742 Clarence Ln., Escondido. www.oldetymeproductions.com
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On May 05, 2024At Japanese Friendship Garden Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosChildren’s Day at the Japanese Friendship Garden. Make koinobori, play games and eat kashiwamochi. 10 am–4 pm. $12–$14. Balboa Park. www.niwa.org
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On May 05, 2024At Carlsbad, CA Categories: Street Festivals, FREEFREE Carlsbad Village Street Faire. Children’s rides, arts & crafts and more. 8 am–5 pm. Carlsbad Blvd. to Jefferson. www.kennedyfaires.com
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On May 05, 2024At Pechanga Arena San Diego Categories: Sporting EventsSan Diego Strike Force. Indoor football. Today, May 19 & 26. 3:05 pm. Starting at $13. Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. Tickets: www.sdstrikeforce.com
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On May 05, 2024At Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park Categories: FREE, ConcertFREE Spreckels Organ Society Concerts. Sundays, 2–3 pm. Pavilion-Pan American Pl., Balboa Park. www.spreckelsorgan.org
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On May 05, 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