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"Weird Al" Yankovic brings his legendary full-production multimedia comedy rock show back to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park with the BIGGER & WEIRDER 2026 Tour, playing his iconic hits as well as some never-performed-live-before fan favorites. Al’s long-time band is joined by four additional players to create a super-sized concert experience. “Weird Al” Yankovic is the biggest-selling comedy recording artist in history.  A 5-time Grammy Award winner, he is best known for his parodies of the biggest musical artists over the last 4 decades, including Madonna, Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift, Queen, U2 and Lady Gaga, all with their personal blessings.  His many hits include “Amish Paradise,” “Eat It,” “Like a Surgeon,” “Smells Like Nirvana,” “Word Crimes,” and the platinum-selling “White & Nerdy.” His last album Mandatory Fun is the only comedy album in history to debut at #1 on the Billboard Top 200.  Yankovic’s live shows have entertained audiences across the globe for generations, including appearances at such iconic venues as Radio City Music Hall, The Hollywood Bowl, Red Rocks, Carnegie Hall, Wolf Trap, The Kennedy Center and Madison Square Garden. In 2022, Yankovic produced and co-wrote the Emmy-winning biopic WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story, starring Daniel Radcliffe in the title role. VIP Meet & Greet and Backstage Tour Packages are available for this show. Follow this link for more information on VIP packages. --- Special Guest Puddles Pity Party, the 7-foot sad clown whose golden voice is “comparable to any Grammy winner” (Los Angeles Times), has amassed over 900K YouTube subscribers and performed sold out shows around the globe including San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts, London’s Soho Theatre and a residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. He has performed on stage with such legends as Eric Idle, Nick Offerman, Jack Black, Maynard James Keenan and Primus. Puddles’ one-of-a-kind “textured voice laced with melancholy” (NY Times) has been hailed as “operatic” (Boston Globe) and his show both “life-affirming” (Herald Scotland) and “hysterically funny” (LA Weekly).  Please note: The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this concert. Be advised that this concert will contain strobe lighting elements. "Weird Al" Yankovic on Facebook / Instagram

First, the fate of a residential campus for foster youth will come down to a vote by San Diego County leaders. Then, one North County city added a new ordinance regarding illegal fireworks with less than two months until the July 4th holiday. Also, we discuss changes in leadership and other key issues at San Diego County’s Department of Animal Services over the last year. And, a Barrio Logan icon is once again opening their doors for business.

Family Art Adventures bring the Museum collection to life for families. Family Art Adventures are dynamic free guided tours specially designed for families with school-aged children ages 5 to 12. Tours are offered the second and fourth Saturdays of each month at 10:30 a.m. Family tour themes change monthly, and each family tour is followed by a hands-on art-making activity. All materials are provided. Visit: https://www.sdmart.org/event/family-art-adventures-march-2026/2026-05-09/ San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook

Stream on YouTube / Watch Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2. The film tells the story of the man who made public parks an essential part of American life. Known as the father of American landscape architecture, Frederick Law Olmsted was co-designer of Central Park, head of the first Yosemite commission, leader of the campaign to protect Niagara Falls, designer of the U.S. Capitol Grounds, site planner for the Great White City of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition, planner of Boston's "Emerald Necklace" of green space, as well as designer of park systems in many other cities.

Following Off-Broadway and London runs, the Fringe hit "Hold On To Your Butts" makes its ArtPower debut at The Loft. Created by Recent Cutbacks, a comedy ensemble known for movie parodies, this production reimagines the 1993 blockbuster Jurassic Park using two actors, a Foley artist creating sound effects onstage, and a bit of lo-fi magic. Every dinosaur encounter, narrow escape, and iconic moment comes to life through physical comedy, rapid-fire character changes, and ingenious stagecraft. Whether you’re revisiting a childhood favorite or meeting its dinosaurs for the first time, "Hold On To Your Butts" finds fresh humor and surprise in one of cinema’s most beloved adventures.

Convoy steps into its cultural era with the first Lunar New Year kickoff celebration ever hosted in the Convoy Cultural District. Hosted by The Doan Foundation, Social Artistry, and Up 2 You Cafe, this event marks the beginning of a new community tradition in one of San Diegos most iconic Pan Asian business corridors. This festival blends the energy of an old-school street night market with a modern community gathering. Attendees can come hungry and expect a stacked lineup of regional food vendors, curated cultural goods, and small businesses offering one-of-a-kind finds. The district will be filled with roaming performances, live lion dance showcases by top San Diego lion dance teams- Legendary Lion Dance and Southern Sea Dragon and Lion Dance, traditional drums, night market lighting, vendors stalls, community art displays, and spaces for families to gather, reconnect, and celebrate the new year in a way the area has missed for decades. If you attend, you can expect: A fully walkable open-air market spanning the heart of the district Bold and immersive lion dance exhibitions performed in the streets A mix of vendors offering cultural goods, apparel, art, and handcrafted items Traditional drums, movement, music, and firecracker finale moments Family meeting points and gathering pockets designed for connection Food stalls bringing cuisines from across the region into one destination Community traditions restored and reshaped for the next generation A celebration built for residents, visitors, creatives, families, and culture carriers With Performances by: White Dragon Martial Arts of East County DJ Qolaj Mochi Cafe Hoa Nghiem Lion Dance & Dancers Chanh Kien Lion Dance & Dancers Soup Pha Dok Kulap Sinlapakorn Legendary Lion Dance Association Southern Sea Dragon & Lion Dance Convoy Rising is designed to be loud, nostalgic, unfiltered and human, rooted in tradition but built to last. This kickoff is about presence, momentum, and reclaiming space for culture. It is where food meets heritage, where community meets celebration, and where Convoy proves it is not just a destination, but a home for cultural pride.

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Blistering record heat in Europe this summer helped kill more than 50,000 people, with nearly two-thirds of that death toll blamed on human-caused climate change, a new study found.

Step aboard the historic Star of India for an unforgettable evening where not everything is as it seems. Hidden Harbor invites guests into a secret speakeasy experience filled with cocktails, live music, harbor views, hidden clues, and community aboard one of San Diego’s most iconic ships. Signature Drink Included • Live Music • Hidden Exploration Game Search the ship, uncover hidden clues, and discover what awaits behind the secret entrance. Whether you’re coming for the atmosphere, the mystery, or a unique night aboard the waterfront, Hidden Harbor offers an experience unlike any other. The Password Your confirmation email will include the secret password required to enter Hidden Harbor. At check-in, the host will ask: “What brings you to the Star of India?” Reply with your password to unlock the hidden speakeasy. Attire Coastal speakeasy attire is encouraged. Layers are recommended for the waterfront evening setting. Maritime Museum of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Opera À la Carte San Diego presents Spring Fling, a joyful concert celebrating the beauty, renewal, and romance of the spring season. This lively program features a delightful mix of opera arias, art songs, musical theatre selections, and sparkling duets and ensembles inspired by springtime, flowers, and composers born in April. From lyrical melodies to playful and passionate moments, Spring Fling captures the spirit of the season in music that is fresh, colorful, and full of life. Featuring an outstanding roster of artists including: Abla Lynn Hamza, soprano Chelsea Seener Gornall, soprano Danielle Perrault, mezzo-soprano Lily Prado, soprano Christopher Walters, baritone Michele Scanlon, piano Join Opera À la Carte San Diego for an uplifting evening of music that celebrates spring in full bloom. Opera À la Carte San Diego is a women-run nonprofit opera company dedicated to making opera accessible, engaging, and affordable for the San Diego community. Featuring professional local artists, the company presents lively concert programs and fully staged productions that bring together opera, art song, and musical theatre in welcoming community venues throughout the region. Opera à la Carte on Facebook / Instagram