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San Diego Ballet brings America’s favorite holiday event to dazzling life in their production of "The Nutcracker" featuring Tchaikovsky’s timeless score and an international cast of more than 100 beautifully costumed dancers. Sugarplum fairies, leaping cossacks and flurries of snowflakes swirl across the stage, in this magical journey through a young girl’s imagination. Ages 3+ Welcome San Diego Ballet on Facebook / Instagram

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Featuring an innovative mix of songs, feathers, and fun, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical– based on Mo Wilems’s beloved book– is sure to get everyone’s wings flapping. Visit: 'Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!' The Musical ArtPower at UC San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in October Activities start at 5 p.m. The glittering, glimmering, and glowing annual Halloween extravaganza is back! Enjoy family fun after dark at this light-up-the-night spectacular every weekend in October. This year’s celebration is full of eerie-sistible entertainment, interactive festivities, and lots of spooky surprises! Our live, mixing DJ will fill the night air with Halloween hits that have your bones rattlin' to the groovy, ghouly tunes. Meet, greet, and take photos with our mischievous and colorful scarecrow stilt-walkers. Visit after dark to feel the glow and see reptiles in a whole new light. With interactive family fun, games and prizes, wildlife explorers of all ages will want to jump, shuffle, slide and spin to all the Halloween hits! Dr. Zoolittle's Tricks & Treats Our wildlife care teams will introduce you to some “spooky” wildlife ambassadors. Here you’ll discover how important they are to our ecosystems—and that they’re not really scary at all. From high above, our talented acrobatic spider performer shows off their skills as they weave their web. Our animated, neon-colored pumpkin singing group is sure to put a smile on everyone’s faces with their original songs and silly jokes.

Join Point Loma Church for a special afternoon of music and gratitude as we honor those who have served our country and celebrate Fleet Week San Diego. All veterans, active-duty service members, and community members are invited to this free concert celebrating our nation’s heroes. Enjoy inspiring performances by The Navy Band Southwest Woodwind Quintet in the Sanctuary, followed by a coffee and cake reception on the Plaza. Visit: https://pointlomachurch.org/event/24181969-2025-11-04-honoring-our-veterans-concert/ Fleet Week San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrate four remarkable years of Valle with an extraordinary night of cuisine and coastal sophistication. On Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, Chef Roberto Alcocer will host Michelin-starred Chef Luis Roger of BNC (Houston) for an exclusive, one-evening collaboration in Valle’s acclaimed kitchen. This special dinner will present a multi-course tasting menu that highlights the best of Baja California’s seasonal ingredients infused with Chef Roger’s contemporary Spanish style and Houston-inspired flair. Guests will savor artfully composed dishes paired with exceptional Osborne wines, all within Valle’s warm, oceanfront atmosphere. Our anniversary celebration is made possible with the support of 5Jotas and Osborne, uniting Spain’s rich culinary traditions with Valle’s signature Baja approach.

"Like a Rolling Stone" is the ultimate Rolling Stones tribute, bringing together two of San Diego’s most respected bands—Custard Pie and The Brian Jones Rock ’n’ Roll Revival—to the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA). This unique production blends storytelling and music, with each band delivering a powerful 60-minute set packed with the Stones’ greatest hits. Six String Society on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate San Diego Civic Youth Ballet’s 80th Anniversary Season with the joy and spirit of “The Nutcracker.” Journey with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince through a daring battle with mischievous mice to a shimmering world of swirling snow and finally, to the enchanted Land of the Sweets, where sparkling confections, waltzing flowers, and the dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy bring the holiday season to life. A beloved tradition for audiences of all ages, directed by SDCYB Artistic Director Danika Pramik-Holdaway, and set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless musical score, this production runs from December 10 to 21, 2025 at the historic Casa del Prado Theater in Balboa Park. All tickets are $27, and can be purchased online at www.sdcyb.org, or over the phone at 619-259-0220. ADA seating is available and may be purchased over the phone or in the office only. 10% discount available for groups of 10+ per performance by entering code 10Plus at checkout. San Diego Civic Youth Ballet on Facebook / Instagram

Join us and tantalize your taste buds at a selection of restaurants in San Diego to taste different kinds of dumplings and more! Experience different restaurants and tastes that may include Chinese soup dumplings, Korean mandu, Indian kofta, Nepalese momos, Turkish manti and more. Our evening tasting extravaganza is on Wednesday December 3 from 5:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Each restaurant on this food tour will be serving up Tasting Plates for guests to enjoy and you will have a chance to visit a variety of different types of restaurants throughout the event. Visit each of the participating restaurants at your leisure by car or transit. View our past events, photos and more here! Tickets: Thanksgiving Special Tickets: $39 through to November 23, 2025 Early-bird Tickets: $69 per person through to November 25, 2025 Regular Tickets: $79 per person through to November 30, 2025 Note: Eventbrite fee and applicable sales tax is extra on all tickets purchased online. Ticket price includes tasting plates of dumplings at each of the participating restaurants on this self-guided tour throughout the evening. Note: ALL Tickets must be purchased in advance online. All ticket sales are final. Participating restaurants subject to change. Refund Policy: We understand that plans can change, but please note that all ticket sales are final. While we can't offer refunds, you're more than welcome to transfer your ticket to another person if you find yourself unable to attend. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dumpling-fest-san-diego-tickets-1554786370889?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1

Get Ready to Wobble Before You Gobble! Join us for the annual Thanksgiving Gobble Trot 5K Run/Walk before you dive into the stuffing and turkey this year, get a run/walk in with your family, friends, and community. Burn some Calories, Make some Memories but spots do fill up faster than Grandma's gravy boat! Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk! There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey. Timing: Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time. - No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)! What You Get (Swag Bag): Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)- Finisher's Towel or Giveaway- Finisher's Medal! - Digital Training Pack - Online Results & Certificate of Completion- Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs- We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more. Packet Pickup: No hassle of picking up packets required! Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)- Race bibs are provided on race day. When will I get my Swag? You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race. Race Updates: We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps. Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race) Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: info@thebestraces.com) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30 a.m. Wave B: 8 a.m. Wave C: 8:30 a.m. Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave) Virtual Run Option: Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal! Sponsorships & Promoting your Business: If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events Visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/SanDiego/ThanksgivingTurkeyGobbleTrot5K10KSANDIEGO The Best Races on Instagram and Facebook