Countdown on Grand at the Historic Ritz Theater

Close out 2025 in style at Escondido’s beautifully restored Ritz Theater with Countdown on Grand!

Join us on Sunday, December 28 at 5:30 p.m. for an unforgettable evening of music on the last weekend of the year.

Arrive early and join us for a festive cocktail hour in the Juniper Room at 4 p.m., featuring champagne and light bites to set the stage for a sparkling night ahead.

If you loved our Cocktail Hour: Songs of the Rat Pack, you won’t want to miss this refreshed celebration. The evening features timeless classics from the Rat Pack alongside unforgettable hits by Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Bublé, and more.

This dazzling night of music will showcase powerhouse performances from Mel Collins, Michael Washington, Jim Graft, Patrick Barnitt, and the electrifying D. Ben-jamin Band.

Celebrate the magic of live music, laughter, and community as we count down together to a brand-new year—right here on Grand Avenue in downtown Escondido!