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Back by popular demand, A Night of Neil & Linda returns to The Bornemann for another unforgettable evening celebrating two of the most iconic voices in American music. Acclaimed tribute artist Scott Samuels masterfully captures the unmistakable charisma and timeless songs of Neil Diamond, while the talented Penni Hawkins beautifully recreates the soaring vocals and heartfelt emotion of Linda Ronstadt. Together, they bring decades of chart-topping classics to life in a show filled with nostalgia, incredible musicianship, and unforgettable performances. Sing along to Neil Diamond favorites like "Sweet Caroline," "Cracklin' Rosie," "Song Sung Blue," and "America," then enjoy Linda Ronstadt classics including "You're No Good," "Blue Bayou," "When Will I Be Loved," "It's So Easy," and many more. Whether you joined us for their first sold-out performance or are experiencing this incredible tribute for the first time, you'll be transported back to an era when unforgettable melodies and powerhouse vocals dominated the airwaves. Gather your family and friends for an evening of timeless music, cherished memories, and two extraordinary performances celebrating the enduring legacies of Neil Diamond and Linda Ronstadt. Some songs never go out of style—and this is your chance to experience them live once again at The Bornemann. The Bornemann on Facebook / Instagram

Laugh-out-loud night with headliner Gary Michael Anderson delivering sharp, relatable humor and unforgettable punchlines! Comedy Show in Gaslamp Quarter Date: Friday, September 25, 2026 Time: 9 p.m. (Doors) Location: The Yellow Door, 750 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA Headliner: Gary Michael Anderson Act fast, tickets won’t last! Get ready for a night packed with laughs, drinks, and good company. Comedy, connections, and good vibes await, don’t miss out! 21+ w/ valid ID Seating begins 30 minutes before showtime. General Admission seating assigned upon arrival. Venue reserves right to refuse late entry without refund. Two item minimum per person in showroom. Lineups subject to change. Please review FAQs for more information. Banana Peel Productions on Instagram

Get an inside look at the recently planted Central Gardens, the beautiful landscaping that surrounds the iconic Botanical Building and lily pond. Made up of nine distinct thematic gardens, the Central Gardens displays a rich variety of plants representing the region’s unique biodiversity. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic tours that highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park docents and horticultural experts, the 60-minute tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Suggested donation: $5. Note: there will be no tour the first Saturday of December due to the Balboa Park December Nights event. Forever Balboa Park on Facebook / Instagram

Explore Balboa Park’s internationally recognized Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden with one of our docents. The spectacular garden features over 1,700 roses representing more than 130 varieties. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight its horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park docents and horticultural experts, the 60-minute tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Suggested donation: $5. Forever Balboa Park on Facebook / Instagram

Tour Balboa Park’s iconic Botanical Building—completely restored to its original 1915 appearance, while upgraded for today’s accessibility and sustainability needs. Learn about its magnificent collection of over 1,000 plants, representing more than 180 species from subtropical and tropical environments around the world. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight its horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park docents and horticultural experts, the 60-minute tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Suggested donation: $5. Forever Balboa Park on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego is one of the country’s top Bachelorette destinations, with bridal parties constantly on the hunt for fun and new excursions for the bride’s “last ride.” Trade in the typical tourist traps and take a voyage in the Coronado Cays with The Gondola Company’s small group and Caorlina Cruises. Sit back and relax as an expert gondolier guides your group through the scenic waterways with an experience so enchanting, you won’t be sure if you're Bacheloretting in San Diego or Italy! The Caorlina Cruise is the perfect vessel for small-to-medium groups. Toast to the bride to be on your cruise with a refreshing selection of wines and other non-alcoholic beverages. The cruises last 50 minutes, giving your group plenty of time to soak in the scenery and capture the most picturesque moments for their next curated Instagram dump. View the schedule of cruises

"Ripcord" By David Lindsay-Abaire Directed by Phil Johnson Starring Linda Libby, Eileen Bowman, John DeCarlo, Sam Ginn, Eddy Lukovic & Matthew Javier-Derek In "Ripcord," what begins as a simple roommate standoff quickly turns into an all-out war of wills! Don’t miss this sharply funny, high-stakes comedy by Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire that keeps the surprises coming and the audience laughing all the way through to the bittersweet ending. Enjoy a wild ride of ever-escalating schemes and emotional curveballs, as stubborn, sharp-tongued Abby squares off against relentlessly cheerful Marilyn. As their standoff spins further out of control, the laughs get bigger, the risks get higher, and something unexpected begins to take shape beneath it all. "Ripcord" is a fast, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt comedy about unlikely friendship, stubborn pride, and what it takes to truly shake someone out of their shell. The Roustabouts Theatre Co. on Facebook / Instagram

Experience "Dear Evan Hansen in Concert," featuring its Tony Award–winning score in a powerful concert presentation that explores connection, identity, and the search for belonging in the modern world. St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church on Facebook / Instagram

Scream Diego RETURNS this October 17, 2026! The exciting return of San Diego's Halloween and Horror convention is going to make you SCREAM!!! This year's theme will be "ZOMBIES ZOMBIES ZOMBIES!!!" Do not miss the return of the horror event of the year in what will be the scariest and most fun conventionof the fall! Taking place Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at the Doubletree by Hilton in Mission Valley at the Hazard Center, expect an haunting experience with panels, vendors, artists, entertainment, movies and more! We will have many horror, spooky, oddity type vendors to satiate your spooky and grim shopping needs! Artists with original art on display and for sale! Karaoke and a DJ with Halloween and eerie inspired music at the return of MONSTER PROM! TWO panel rooms discussing a variety of topics, from diversity in horror, the state of the the horror scene in San Diego, writing horror, and so much more! Our independent horror film festival screening returns, as well! We will show independently made and produced films from local and regional filmmakers and aspiring horror directors! Our kids zone will have fun and spooky activities for kids! And everyone can enter our costume contest with terror-ific prizes, including tickets to our other upcoming events, like San Diego Anime Con! There will be a kids and an adults contest! Kids 8 and under are FREE! Tickets and more information at www.screamdiego.com

Come hear the amazing voice of Danielle Evans as she sings some of her favorite opera, Broadway, pop songs, and much more! St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church on Facebook / Instagram