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This spring, San Diego is blossoming with can't-miss performances, gala and events.
Join The San Diego Museum of Art for the Art Alive festival and fundraiser featuring stunning floral installations. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE SAN DIEGO MUSEUM OF ART
Through 4/28
RIDE
Experience the U.S. premiere of the hit London musical following Annie Londonderry’s global bicycle journey in 1895. 8 p.m., The Old Globe, Balboa Park, theglobe.org/pdp
4/3-7
DISNEY’S ALADDIN
Discover the enchantment of Disney’s Aladdin. Audiences will be captivated by thrilling adventure, timeless romance and classic comedy, with direction and choreography by two-time Tony Award-winning Casey Nicholaw. San Diego Civic Theatre, Downtown San Diego, broadwaysd.com
Experience Disney’s Aladdin at the San Diego Civic Theatre. PHOTO BY DEEN VAN MEER
4/4-7
WOW FESTIVAL
La Jolla Playhouse presents the return of the WOW Festival, an immersive event showcasing four exhilarating days of theater, dance, music, puppetry and spectacle. University of California San Diego, La Jolla, lajollaplayhouse.org/wowfestival
4/6
BOOTS IN THE PARK
Don’t miss this seaside country music festival headlined by Thomas Rhett, Lee Brice, Scotty McCreery, LoCash, Rhett Atkins and Alana Springsteen. 1 p.m., Waterfront Park, Downtown San Diego, bootsinthepark.com
4/11-14
TREVOR NOAH
Catch Emmy Award-winning comedian Trevor Noah as he brings his hilarious new stand-up tour, Off the Record, to the San Diego community. 8 p.m., San Diego Civic Theatre, Downtown San Diego, sandiegotheatres.org
4/13
BILLY JOEL AND STING
Enjoy an unforgettable evening with legendary musicians Billy Joel and Sting as they take the stage together at Petco Park for a spectacular concert under the stars. 7 p.m., Petco Park, Downtown San Diego, petcoparkevents.com
4/13
JDRF’S ONE NIGHT GALA
Indulge in cocktails, a gourmet dinner, live music by the High Tide Society and exclusive auctions, all while celebrating the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation for their generous support of the type 1 diabetes community. 5:30 p.m., Pendry San Diego, Gaslamp Quarter, jdrf.org/southernca
4/14
21ST ANNUAL CELEBRATE THE CRAFT
This premier event showcases California’s finest chefs, artisans, farmers and winemakers in the picturesque setting of The Lodge at Torrey Pines. 11:30 a.m., The Lodge at Torrey Pines, La Jolla, lodgetorreypines.com/celebrate-the-craft
The 21st annual Celebrate The Craft brings together local chefs, artisans, winemakers and more. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE LODGE AT TORREY PINES
4/14
PETER FRAMPTON
Don’t miss the Grammy Award-winning Peter Frampton as he embarks on his Never Ever Say Never Tour, known as one of rock’s most celebrated artists. 7:30 p.m., The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, Embarcadero Marina Park South, theshell.org
4/18
THE BLANK TABLE
A surprise venue will host this evening featuring a curated five-course menu by chefs Janina Garay and Carlo Guardado in collaboration with Mario Guerra of Leucadia Co. 6 p.m., theblanktablesd.com
The chef-curated Blank Table series returns with popup dinners at surprise venues. PHOTO BY KAMBRIA FISCHER
4/20
50TH ANNUAL SCRIPPS MERCY BALL
Celebrate five decades of compassionate care during this elegant evening featuring a cocktail reception, dinner and live entertainment by Spotlight Music. 5 p.m., Hotel del Coronado, giving.scripps.org
4/20
THE ARC OF SAN DIEGO’S SPRING GALA
At this Casino Royale-themed gala, guests will be transported to a world of mystery and allure, with proceeds supporting essential services provided to individuals with disabilities. 5:30 p.m., The US Grant, Downtown San Diego, arc-sd.com/gala
4/21
ESTANCIA’S GARDEN PARTY
Celebrate spring in a floral wonderland featuring botanical experiences, delectable bites, local vendors and cocktails. 2 p.m., Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa, estancialajolla.com
Sip craft cocktails at Estancia’s Garden Party. PHOTO COURTESY OF ESTANCIA LA JOLLA HOTEL & SPA
4/22
WILLIE NELSON AND FAMILY
Witness seven decades of musical brilliance as Willie Nelson graces the stage for an unforgettable evening. 7 p.m., The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, Embarcadero Marina Park South, theshell.org
4/25
DINING OUT FOR LIFE SAN DIEGO
Dozens of San Diego restaurants, bars and cafes will donate a percentage of all sales to The San Diego LGBT Community Center’s vital HIV/AIDS services and prevention programs during this one-night event. Multiple locations, thecentersd.org/dofl
4/25-28
ART ALIVE
Engage with a burst of floral creativity during this signature fundraiser featuring four days of vibrant installations and family-friendly activities—all to support the museum’s exhibitions and programming. 6:30 p.m., The San Diego Museum of Art, Balboa Park, sdmart.org/artalive
4/26-28
MADAMA BUTTERFLY
San Diego Opera presents Puccini’s haunting tale of love and sacrifice set amid the cherry blossoms of Nagasaki, with soprano Corrine Winters, tenor Adam Smith and maestro Yves Abel leading the show. 7:30 p.m., San Diego Civic Theatre, Downtown San Diego, sandiegotheatres.org
4/27
SAN DIEGO FOOD BANK GALA
Join co-chairs Amy Jacobs and Jeannie Johnson Bolinger for a night of live music, auctions and delectable cuisine to support vital hunger-relief programs, ensuring no child goes hungry. 6 p.m., San Diego Food Bank, Miramar, sandiegofoodbank.org/gala
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