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"Chrome and Candy Dreams: A Rite of Passage" Curated by Norman Paraiso, Juan "Wicho" Flores, and Ariana Arroyo. Open Reception: Saturday, September 12, 2026 1- 5 p.m. For generations, communities have demonstrated that the most effective responses to violence are often not through criminalization, but in the relationships and cultural practices that help the youth dream of a better future. Lowrider bikes are often the first vehicle through which youth express their individuality, cultural pride, and sense of belonging. Each bike carries with it the legacy of those who built, rode, and shared it, embodying the values that continue to sustain lowrider culture today. This exhibition brings together a display of lowrider bikes, contemporary artists, photographers, and special contributions of archival photo collections from local San Diego bike club chapters. Chrome and "Candy Dreams" honors the living heritage of the lowrider bike as a powerful rite of passage for generations of youth. Visit: chicanoparkmuseum.org/ Chicano Park Museum & Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

Overview Celebrate San Diego's indie food culture with Akitso! Enjoy local creativity in food, art, music while supporting your local food community! What You're invited to Akitso's first annual food celebration in support of San Diego's independent food culture. We're bringing together local food, art, music, storytelling, and community for one night. Look forward to: Street Food Inspired Bites: Chef Donovan (Relic Bakery) and Chef Luis (Bica) interpret street food from Korea. Art & Photography Exhibits: Celebrating the faces and stories behind San Diego's beloved mom-and-pop food shops, created in collaboration with a local photographer Angie Huang and exhibits from local artist Zhen Xu. Raffle: Prizes featuring locally donated goods and experiences. Live Screenprinting: Limited edition Akitso merchandise in collaboration with Sunset & Brainwaves Live Vinyl DJ Sets with @atomsk_almighty Why The independent food businesses we love don't just feed our communities. They help shape them. Proceeds from this event directly support Akitso's mission of empowering independent food entrepreneurs with the design, branding, and strategy needed to build lasting neighborhood institutions. Independent food businesses contribute to our local culture. Here's a night to help cultivate it! Can’t make it? Here’s how you can support us anyway. Donate here: givebutter.com/donate-akitso About the host: Akitso is a San Diego-based nonprofit design studio helping independent food entrepreneurs thrive through professional branding, design, and strategy. Our annual food celebration highlights local food businesses while raising funds to keep our services accessible to those who could benefit from them most. Donate » https://givebutter.com/donate-akitso Akitso on Instagram

A Celebration of Mozart's 270th Anniversary Matthew Busse, conductor Tian Jiang, piano Patrick Rafter, violin Shay Mowbray, special guest artist, piano Anson Wong, special guest artist, piano Vienna Royal Orchestra MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488 MOZART: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218 MATTHEW BUSSE: "Idyll" for Violin and Orchestra Other program selections tba Producer - Sergii Sukhin | Co-Producer - Alexander Zinin From Carnegie Hall to Jacobs Music Center... Following its New York performance this summer at Carnegie Hall, the Vienna Royal Orchestra brings its VIVA MOZART 270 celebration to Jacobs Music Center in San Diego. This special concert honors the 270th anniversary of the birth of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of history's most beloved and influential musical geniuses. Audiences will enjoy an inspiring program of Mozart's timeless masterpieces, performed by distinguished musicians from Europe and the United States. Internationally celebrated pianist Tian Jiang appears as soloist in Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488. Praised as "a thoughtful interpreter" by The New York Times and "a deeply persuasive Mozartean" by The Los Angeles Times, he is recognized for performances that combine poetic artistry, technical mastery, and expressive depth. Patrick Rafter is recognized and celebrated as one of Ireland’s foremost classical musicians, acclaimed for his mastery of the violin and extraordinary musicianship. Rafter has taken to the stage as a soloist, director, conductor, and recitalist across Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Asia. The program also features child prodigies Shay Mowbray, age six, and Anson Wong, age nine, highlighting the Vienna Royal Orchestra's commitment to supporting the next generation of exceptional young artists. Under the direction of conductor Matthew Busse, the Vienna Royal Orchestra, joined by members of the Imperial Valley Symphony Orchestra, continues its mission of artistic excellence, education, and cultural exchange. Dr. Busse will also be featured as a composer with a performance of his Idyll for Violin and Orchestra. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the enduring brilliance of Mozart – from Vienna to New York, and now to San Diego. Vienna Royal Orchestra – VIVA MOZART 270 Continuing 270 years of Mozart's musical legacy. Please note: this is a rental event produced by Lab 38. The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this concert. LAB 38 on Facebook / Instagram

"Blood Memory" brings together regional artists working in art, design, film, fashion, and more to explore inherited cultural memory. Through contemporary creative practices, the exhibition considers how ancestral knowledge, traditions, and lived experience can connect generations, shape identity, and inspire new ways of carrying culture forward. On view September 12, 2026, through February 28, 2027, at the California Center for the Arts Museum. California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

WorldBeat Cultural Center presents the Peace and Justice Concert Experience an unforgettable night of roots reggae and conscious vibrations as Luciano “The Jah Messenger” returns to San Diego. With a voice that uplifts and lyrics that inspire, Luciano has become one of the most respected figures in international reggae, carrying messages of love, unity, and justice across the globe. Joining him is special guest, the Fully Fullwood Band featuring San Diego’s own Ginger Roots, bringing soulful roots reggae and fresh, uplifting grooves rooted in community and positivity. WorldBeat Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

North Coast Rep presents "How to Write a Holiday." Inside the clicking and scrolling of our screen-centered contemporary lives, is there any room for a good old fashioned holiday story anymore? Join the hilarity with the Christopherson's as they face - horror of horrors - a weekend without Wi-Fi, without phones, even without electricity! Is conversation enough to bridge connection? Will imagination spark reconciliation? Is the perfect Family Holiday even possible anymore? Find out in this surprising, genre-bouncing, theatrical family comedy with music created for North Coast Rep! Please note: There is not a performance on Friday, December 25 (Christmas Day). Check the ticketing website for the full schedule. North Coast Repertory Theatre on Facebook / Instagram

Join the Oak Park Library for a vibrant celebration honoring the rich heritage of Peru and Colombia! This special event, hosted by the Friends of the Oak Park Library, brings together families and neighbors of all ages to celebrate the language, history, traditions, and contributions these communities have brought to San Diego and beyond. What to expect: - Inspiring stories from local Peruvian and Colombian honorees sharing their personal journeys and community impact - A joyful celebration of culture, heritage, and connection for the whole family - A chance to support one of San Diego's most beloved community library branches - Refreshments and prizes for attendees! As Elida Chavez, President of the Friends of the Oak Park Library, puts it: "We take pride in honoring the diverse nations represented within our community and throughout San Diego." Location: Oak Park Library. Who's invited: Everyone! Open to all community members and multi-generational families. Cost: Free community event Come learn, connect, and celebrate the beauty of San Diego's cultural diversity! Oak Park Library on Facebook

HOURS: Sunday through Thursday: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. The experience begins well before the main course with a curated selection of appetizers that blend classic steakhouse traditions with contemporary California flavors. Guests can share Prime Beef Tartare with truffle crema and potato pavé or a Jumbo Lump Blue Crab Cake with fennel, asparagus, grapefruit hollandaise, and fresh herbs. Interactive dining takes center stage with the Volcanic Searing Stone (Ishiyaki Experience), where diners sear premium ahi tuna sashimi or prime filet crudo tableside on a sizzling volcanic stone. Other highlights include Fire Kissed Lamb Pops with black garlic-red wine reduction, Ahi Tuna Sashimi with Calabrian chili and coconut-lime crema, West Coast Oysters served raw or Rockefeller-style with blue crab stuffing. For celebrations, the Chilled Seafood Tower for Two showcases lobster tails, cocktail shrimp, West Coast oysters, lobster salad, ahi poke, and classic accompaniments, while the Tableside Heritage Caesar Salad is prepared fresh for guests at the table. At the heart of the experience is an exceptional steak program built around premium sourcing and classic preparation. Every steak is USDA Prime, Certified Angus, or American Wagyu, aged at least 28 days before being finished in a high-temperature broiler that creates the signature caramelized crust of America's great steakhouses. Guests can choose from an impressive lineup of hand-cut steaks, including the 6-ounce Hand Cut Filet, 12-ounce Double R Ranch Prime New York Strip, 14-ounce Prime Ribeye, 6-ounce Wagyu Bavette, and 6-ounce Snake River Farms Wagyu Flat Iron. For guests seeking an even more indulgent experience, Chef Manée highlights a selection of signature cuts including the 6-ounce Prime Rib Cap, a richly marbled cut prized by steak enthusiasts, the 35-Day Dry Aged Cowboy Ribeye, offering deep, concentrated beef flavor through extended dry aging, and an impressive 36-ounce Prime Tomahawk, designed for sharing or celebrating life's biggest occasions. The steakhouse experience becomes even more personalized through a collection of classic enhancements and steakhouse accompaniments. Guests can elevate any steak with Sauce Oscar, Grilled Red Argentinian Shrimp, or a Cold Water Lobster Tail, while house-made compound butters like the Spicy Garlic & Chive, Mushroom & Black Garlic, and Red Wine Shallot & Thyme bring another layer of richness and flavor. Guests can also order The B.O.M. (Blue Cheese, Onion & Mushroom Melt), featuring Point Reyes Blue Cheese, grilled and sherry braised red onion, and sautéed mushrooms, offering a decadent finishing touch. Throughout the menu, premium ingredients and seasonal produce take center stage, reflecting Chef Manée's philosophy of letting exceptional products shine through refined technique. Classic steakhouse sides are designed for sharing and include Truffle "Mac" n' Cheese, Roasted Mushroom Medley, Twice Baked Potato, Mexican Street Corn, Berbere Charred Heirloom Carrots, and more. While exceptional beef anchors the menu, Chef Manée's vision extends well beyond the traditional steakhouse playbook. Seafood lovers will find responsibly sourced fish and shellfish throughout the menu, including Pan Roasted Diver Scallops served over farro "risotto" with local summer tomatoes, Parmigiano, basil, and tomato sugo. Other seasonal entrées include a Colorado Lamb Rack with mint chimichurri; a Bourbon Roasted Pacific Palisades Organic Half Chicken featuring citrus-brined chicken with mole negro; and an impressive Double-Cut Iberico Pork Chop paired with aged cheddar grits, chestnut collard greens, cipollini onions, and a smoky apple glaze. Desserts are equally indulgent, from the showstopping "Death by Chocolate" with different chocolate textures, white chocolate coveture with pistachio-orange, and pistachio gelato to Decadent Toffee Pudding with brown butter caramel. Seasonal cheesecake showcases bourbon peaches with ginger crust, and house-made ice creams and sorbets feature flavors like Ceylon Cinnamon Vanilla, Pecan Praline, Banana Pudding, Blackberry, White Nectarine, and Mango. Located on the sixth floor of The Legacy Building at Lantern Crest Resort Community, The Heritage Steakhouse is poised to become East County's first true five-star steakhouse. Reservations will open soon at www.theheritagesteakhouse.com. Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

Comic-Con is officially here! The internationally recognized celebration of comics and pop culture runs through Sunday and is a major boost to the regional economy. But what does it really cost to attend?

November 4 – December 31, 2026 "Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" is a wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book. Back for its 29th incredible year, the family favorite features the songs “Santa for a Day,” “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” and “Welcome, Christmas (Fah Who Doraze),” the delightful carol from the popular animated version of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" Celebrate the holidays as the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe’s Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, is once again transformed into the snow-covered Who-ville, right down to the last can of Who-hash. Running time: One hour and 20 minutes. There is no intermission. Age RequirementsFor Ages 3+: Children under the age of three will not be permitted to performances of "Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! " with the exception of 10:30 AM All-Ages Performances. Each individual attending an afternoon or evening performance must have a ticket for their own seat for admission. Minors ages 12 and under are not permitted unaccompanied in the theatre, and they must be seated with an accompanying adult. 10:30 a.m. All-Ages Performance - Children under the age of three will be admitted to 10:30 a.m. all ages performances ONLY. ASL-Interpreted Performance: Friday, November 13 at 7 p.m. ASL-Interpreted Performance: Friday, December 11 at 7 p.m. Sensory-Friendly Performance: Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 10 a.m. Open-Caption Performance: Saturday, November 28 at 2 p.m. Additionally, there is a fully produced Spanish-language production of "¡Cómo el Grinch robó la Navidad!" for four performances only November 19–22, 2026! Please note: Performance times vary each week, please check the ticketing website for the exact showtimes The Old Globe on Facebook / Instagram