San Diego is gearing up for a lively weekend filled with cultural events, entertainment, and community festivals from June 6 to 8.
Both locals and visitors can find a variety of activities that cater to different interests and age groups.
Here’s a roundup of the key happenings:
**Friday Events**
On Friday, the Scripps Ranch Theatre will present ‘Unnecessary Farce’, a fast-paced comedy that revolves around a cast of two cops, three crooks, and eight doors in a cheap motel.
The show runs on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. until June 15.
Tickets are priced from $29 to $49 and can be purchased at Legler Benbough Theatre, located at Alliant International University.
For those interested in late-night museum excursions, the San Diego Natural History Museum will host its weekly ‘Nat at Night’ event.
The museum will remain open until 10 p.m., offering half-off admission for guests, who can explore the various exhibits and enjoy food and drinks from local vendors.
This unique experience is available from 5 to 10 p.m. at 1788 El Prado in Balboa Park.
In the realm of performance art, TuYo Theatre invites audiences aboard the Blue Trolley line for the world premiere of “La Llorona on the Blue Line,” an immersive play that dives into themes of maternal grief, injustice, and memory through the ghostly figure of La Llorona.
Scheduled for 8 p.m. on Thursdays to Saturdays until June 21, tickets are priced on a pay-what-you-can basis, taking place at the National City Depot.
The long-awaited Paleo Center at the San Diego Natural History Museum will officially open its doors on Friday at 10 a.m.
This new attraction showcases over 1.5 million specimens collected over the last 150 years by museum scientists, providing an incredible glimpse into local ecological history.
Admission to the museum is $24 for adults, with discounts available for seniors, military personnel, and youth.
Another theatrical option for the weekend is Diversionary Theatre’s production of “Merry Me”, a comedic exploration of a queer military lieutenant’s quest for love.
The show runs at 7 p.m. from Thursday to Saturday and at 2 p.m. on Sundays through June 15.
Those looking for musical performances can catch the La Jolla Playhouse’s “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” a Broadway hit exploring life in a Harlem hair salon, showing from Tuesday through Sunday until June 15.
For a laid-back option, enjoy “Summer Movies in the Park,” a series of outdoor screenings at various community centers across San Diego, starting at approximately 7:45 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
OnStage Playhouse is running “White Guy on the Bus,” a thought-provoking piece that discusses race and privilege, with performances at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 5 p.m. on Sundays until June 22.
The Old Globe’s comedy “One of the Good Ones” will also take stage, following a young Mexican American woman and her complex relationship with her boyfriend as she introduces him to her traditional family.
Showtimes run from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Old Globe Theatre in Balboa Park, continuing through June 22.
**Saturday Highlights**
Saturday promises an array of festivals and musical acts across San Diego.
El Cajon is hosting its inaugural Artival, a vibrant celebration blending art, wine, and music in a family-friendly atmosphere filled with over 50 artists, live performances, food trucks, and a wine and beer garden.
This event runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is located at Main Street and Magnolia Avenue.
Those in Oceanside can enjoy Pride at the Beach, featuring entertainment, local vendors, and a crowning ceremony for the next Mx. Pride.
Scheduled for noon to 6 p.m., this free festival promises an array of musical performances and inclusive fun along Pier View Way.
For country music fans, Brad Paisley will perform at Gallagher Square at Petco Park at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets for the event are priced at $79.50, offering an evening filled with fans’ favorite hits and impressive guitar performances.
The Sam Hinton Folk Festival is another event on Saturday, offering a free celebration of bluegrass, Cajun, and children’s music at Old Poway Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Seaport Village will host the third annual Daycation Celebration from 3 to 7 p.m., a free party with live entertainment, classic cars, complimentary carousel rides, and activities for families.
Food and wine enthusiasts are invited to the 22nd annual Encinitas Wine and Food Festival from 4 to 7 p.m.
Guests can sample dishes from over 50 local restaurants and winemakers while listening to live music from Celeste Barbier.
In Julian, the annual Julian Town Square Music Festival will feature a variety of local artists performing live music, food and drinks for sale, and vendor displays from noon to 6:30 p.m.
Fans of immersive theater can attend OnWord Theatre’s staged reading of “Lottery Day.”
Taking place at a real-life backyard soul food barbecue, the event occurs at 6 p.m. and offers a unique twist, priced at $15 for the reading and $25 including dinner.
Music lovers can also enjoy the North Park Music Fest, returning for its fourth year with more than 40 performances throughout various indoor venues in North Park, starting at 11 a.m.
Tickets are $25 for this one-day event showcasing local talents.
As a community service, residents of Santee can take advantage of free swim days at the Santee Aquatics Center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Those wishing to participate must present proof of residency to gain access to the activity pool.
The Moonlight Stage Productions will present “Waitress,” a musical set in a diner where a waitress navigates her aspirations, running through June 21 at the Moonlight Amphitheatre.
**Sunday Events**
As the weekend wraps up, Sunday continues the momentum of engaging events.
Plant enthusiasts can explore the San Diego Cactus & Succulent Society’s 2025 Summer Show and Sale at Balboa Park, running till 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Visitors can browse vendors selling unique succulents and cacti while awards are presented for various gardening categories such as best succulent and best cactus.
Comedy fans can gather at Diversionary Theatre for the Gays, Theys, and Baes Comedy Show featuring headliner Aidan Park, set to start at 5 p.m.
This fun night also includes a raffle fundraiser for the Yay! Foundation, with tickets priced at $8 in advance and $15 at the door.
To celebrate community contributions, the 16th Women of Valor event will honor six Jewish women from San Diego with a theatrical evening of stories, songs, and images.
This event is scheduled at 2 p.m. at The Hive at Leichtag Commons.
Lastly, a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser hosted by the Heartland Firefighters of La Mesa will occur from 8 a.m. to noon.
The event welcomes individuals of all ages to enjoy a hearty breakfast while raising funds for the Heartland Fire Explorers Program.
Training in emergency preparedness will also be offered at this event, covering various essential skills like CPR and crime prevention.
With so much to choose from this weekend in San Diego, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Be sure to take part in the fun and vibrant events taking place across the city!
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