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Celebrating 25 Years of FINAL FANTASY X! RIKKI, vocals Arnie Roth, conductor San Diego Symphony Orchestra San Diego Master Chorale Join legendary Maestro Arnie Roth and the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, along with the San Diego Master Chorale, for this special presentation celebrating the 25th anniversary of FINAL FANTASY X! Highlights will include iconic music by Nobuo Uematsu, including “Hymn of the Fayth/The Sending,” “Zanarkand,” and “Suteki da ne,” sung by original vocalist RIKKI. Additional music from across the FINAL FANTASY series includes “One-Winged Angel” from FINAL FANTASY VII, “Love Grows” from FINAL FANTASY VIII, “Roses of May” from FINAL FANTASY IX, “Cosmo Canyon - Sanctum of Planetology” from FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, as well as "The Final Day" from FINAL FANTASY XIV and "Ascension" from FINAL FANTASY XVI. This special event includes HD video created by SQUARE ENIX. Don't miss out on this multimedia concert experience! San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Yaniv Dinur, conductor Parker Van Ostrand, piano San Diego Symphony Orchestra BEETHOVEN: Overture to Egmont, Op. 84 BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat Major, Op. 73, “Emperor” BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 4 in B-flat Major, Op. 60 Experience the grandeur of Beethoven against the breathtaking backdrop of The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park as the San Diego Symphony performs Piano Concerto No. 5, the monumental “Emperor” Concerto. Pianist Parker Van Ostrand joins the Orchestra for this majestic and expansive work, whose noble themes, lyrical slow movement, and dazzling finale embody Beethoven’s bold, heroic spirit. This evening celebrates Beethoven’s enduring brilliance in one of the most beloved concertos in the repertoire, brought to life by the full force of the San Diego Symphony. San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Country powerhouse Wynonna Judd and rock icon Melissa Etheridge share the stage for an unforgettable night of fearless vocals, chart-topping anthems, and deeply personal storytelling. From “No One Else on Earth” to “Come to My Window,” experience two legendary voices delivering the songs that still resonate as powerfully as ever. Please note: The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this concert. Wynonna Judd on Facebook / Instagram Melissa Etheridge on Facebook / Instagram

Ted Sperling, conductor Morgan James, vocals Bryonha Marie, vocals Noah J. Ricketts, vocals San Diego Symphony Orchestra One unforgettable summer. A movement that shaped a generation. Experience the spirit of 1969 as we celebrate the groundbreaking music of the Woodstock Festival and the Harlem Cultural Festival in a powerful concert that brings era-defining anthems back to life. Bold, rebellious, and deeply human, this music became the heartbeat of the nation. From soul-stirring ballads to electrifying guitar riffs – blending rock, funk, and soul – award-winning vocalists join the San Diego Symphony Orchestra for an evening that honors a time of peace, love, and seriously great music... tie-dye optional, good vibes guaranteed. San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Become a History Explorer! Engage in free hands-on activities and examine historical items up close with the San Diego History Center. Families welcome to drop in anytime between 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Celebrate Earth Day Weekend with us! Learn about Kate Sessions, the “Mother of Balboa Park”, through free, hands-on activities, including decorating flower pots. A trailblazing horticulturist, Kate Sessions transformed San Diego’s landscape by introducing thousands of trees and plants — shaping the beauty of Balboa Park we love today. Your donation is your admission to our museums San Diego History Center on Facebook / Instagram

Byron Stripling, conductor Mamie Parris, vocals Leo Manzari, vocals & dancer Bobby Floyd, keyboards Rick Shaw, bass Jim Rupp, drums San Diego Symphony Orchestra Byron Stripling’s "America The Beautiful: 250" brings the sound of our nation to life with powerful works that reflect the beauty, complexity, and spirit of America – past, present, and future. Featuring beloved classics like “Puttin’ on the Ritz,” “Yankee Doodle Dandy,” and the triumphant “Stars and Stripes Forever,” this celebratory program traces the musical moments that have defined the American story. Celebrate 250 years of America this Fourth of July the best way we know how: at your favorite waterfront venue, with your beloved San Diego Symphony Orchestra, capped off with a premium view of San Diego’s iconic fireworks spectacular, the Big Bay Boom, immediately following the concert. San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Evan Roider, conductor Jessica Hendy, vocals Alex Getlin, vocals Scott Coulter, vocals John Boswell, vocals & piano San Diego Symphony Orchestra Celebrate Broadway’s biggest songs from Broadway’s biggest blockbusters featuring Broadway’s biggest stars! Come experience all the show-stopping tunes you love from Broadway’s biggest hits! Spend an evening with songs from "Wicked," "The Phantom of the Opera," "Annie," "Jersey Boys," "The Sound of Music," "Chicago," "Cats," "The Lion King," A" Chorus Line" and more, performed by some of New York’s top vocalists. It’s the ultimate show tune extravaganza! San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

...with special guest THE SUGARHILL GANG! From Nairobi to Newark, Kool & the Gang has performed continuously longer than any R&B group in history. Their undeniable funk and jazzy arrangements have also made them the most sampled R&B band of all time. Every year, even after a half-century on the road, yields a non-stop schedule of shows across the globe. Thanks to iconic songs like “Celebration,” “Cherish,” “Jungle Boogie,” “Summer Madness,” and “Open Sesame,” they’ve earned several awards, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, an induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in June 2018 and most recently, an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame – Class of 2024. Today, the group enjoys global fame and recognition along with a following that spans generations, due in part to the group’s widely sampled catalogue. Their music is heard everywhere, from movie soundtracks to television commercials, including Rocky, Saturday Night Fever, Pulp Fiction, Wreck-It Ralph and countless others. Please note: The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this concert. Kool & The Gang on Facebook / Instagram

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Celebrating 250 Years of the USA and 60 Years of Pet Sounds! The Beach Boys Sean O’Loughlin, conductor San Diego Symphony Orchestra As The Beach Boys mark more than a half century of making music, the group continues to ride the crest of a wave unequalled in America’s musical history. The Beach Boys – who have become synonymous with the California lifestyle and are an American icon to fans around the world – are bringing “The Sounds of Summer” tour to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, featuring the San Diego Symphony Orchestra! Since the band’s co-founder, lead-singer and chief lyricist Mike Love penned the lyrics to The Beach Boys’ first hit, “Surfin’” (1961), dozens of the bands chart toppers have become eternal anthems of American youth: “Surfin’ USA,” “Surfer Girl,” “Fun, Fun, Fun,” “I Get Around,” “California Girls,” “Help Me Rhonda,” “Barbara Ann,” “Good Vibrations,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” “Rock and Roll Music” and “Kokomo.” The Beach Boys have sold over 100 million records worldwide and have received more than 33 RIAA Platinum and Gold record awards. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers were also honored at the 2001 Grammy Awards with the Lifetime Achievement Award. With more than five decades of touring under their belts, The Beach Boys have performed more concerts than any major rock band in history. The Beach Boys are led by Mike Love – legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Grammy® winner, New York Times bestselling author, co-founder, lead singer, and chief lyricist of The Beach Boys, and a 2025 inductee into the Songwriters Hall of Fame – and is joined by longtime member Bruce Johnston, musical director Brian Eichenberger, and an accomplished ensemble including Christian Love, Tim Bonhomme, Jon Bolton, Keith Hubacher, Randy Leago, and John Wedemeyer, who continue the legacy of this iconic band. In 2026, The Beach Boys are celebrating 250 years of the USA while saluting the 60th anniversary of Pet Sounds. The Beach Boys on Facebook / Instagram San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram