What's Happening in San Diego? May 2006
5/1/06 - 5/7/06
Flower Fields Ranunculus Tours:
See a spectacular sea of brightly colored ranunculus flowers. Open to the public seven days a week, 9am to 5pm. Admission fee and guided tours must be arranged in advance.
Location: Carlsbad.
(760)431-0352 or www.theflowerfields.com
5/1/06 - 5/7/06
National Horse Show:
Show features the Grand Prix Del Mar and includes international and national championship riders, draft horse, dressage and western hunter-jumper competitions.
Location: Del Mar Arena.
(858)792-4288 or www.sdfair.com
5/1/06 - 5/14/06
In Stabiano:
This rare traveling exhibition of Roman frescoes features 72 objects, all from the Roman villas of ancient Stabiae.
Location: San Diego Museum of Art.
(619)232-7931
5/1/06 - 5/21/06
Lamb's Player Presents Rehearsal for Murder:
The 2006 season offers a variety of drama, comedy and musicals. The current production is Rehearsal for Murder an intriguing mystery.
Location: Lamb's Players Resident Theatre, Coronado.
(800)423-2778
5/1/06 - 5/21/06
San Diego Repertory Theatre presents Romance:
San Diego Repertory Theatre presents their 2005-2006 Season with varied and exciting productions at the Lyceum Theatre in downtown San Diego. The current production is Romance, a new comedy.
(619)554-1000 or www.sandiegorep.com
5/1/06 - 5/31/06
The Sky Tonight - Planetarium Show:
We'll have you seeing stars! "The Sky Tonight" public planetarium shows starts at 7pm the first Wednesday of every month. Free outdoor telescope viewing to follow (weather permitting).
Location: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center.
(619)238-1233 or www.rhfleet.org
5/1/06 - 6/11/06
Welk Resort Theatre presents Always Patsy Cline:
Welk Resort Theatre presents popular and exciting musical comedies and revues at their theatre in Escondido. Matinee and dinner shows available as well as evening performances. The 2006 schedule includes many favorites including the current production, Always Patsy Cline.
(760)749-3000 or (800)932-9355
5/5/06, 5/12/06, 5/19/06, 5/26/06
Cruisin' Grand in Escondido:
Relive "American Graffiti" in a family setting along Downtown's quaint Grand Avenue, where the streets are filled with people of all ages. View the parade of pre-1970 vintage cars as they cruise along the street. Crusin' Grand is every Friday from 5pm to 9pm.
(760)745-8877 or www.downtownescondido.com
5/4/06 - 5/5/06
California Ballet presents A Midsummer Night's Dream:
The California Ballet 2005-2006 season presents a new work, a timeless holiday classic and some old favorites. Productions at various venues in San Diego county. The current production is A Midsummer Night's Dream, at the Civic Theatre, downtown San Diego.
(858)560-5676 or www.californiaballet.org
5/5/06
Cinco in the Gaslamp:
The Cinco de Mayo Celebration takes the form of an outdoor music block party in the Gaslamp Quarter. Includes live bands, mariachi music, ballet forklorico, Mexican food, margaritas and more. Ticketed event, 21 years and up.
(619)233-5008 or www.gaslamp.org
5/5/06 - 5/6/06
California Ballet presents Legend of Josefa:
Based on one of the best known true stories of early California history, Legend of Josefa tells of the elopement of native San Diegan Josefa Carillo and merchant sea captain Henry Fitch. Call for performance times.
Location: Bayside Park, Chula Vista.
(858)560-6741 or www.californiaballet.org
5/6/06
Walk for Hope:
Come join women, their families and friends as they come together and demonstrate unity in the face of breast cancer. 9am - 5pm. Call for entry information.
(858)452-6846 or www.walkforhope.org
5/6/06
San Diego Saxes Concert:
North County-based, all-sax group performs pieces from a wide variety of musical genres. Suggested $5 donation. Call for more information.
Location: Museum of Making Music, Carlsbad.
(760)438-5996
5/6/06 - 5/7/06
Old Town Fiesta Cinco de Mayo:
Come and join in the fun, food and fiesta! Free event, including several stages and activity areas across Old Town State Historic Park.
(619)236-3236 or www.oldtownsandiego.org
5/6/06 - 5/17/06
San Diego Opera presents The Magic Flute:
Enjoy exciting performances of opera at the Civic Theatre, Downtown San Diego. Call for exact dates and reservations. The current production is The Magic Flute.
(619)232-7636 or www.sdopera.com
5/7/06
Carlsbad Spring Village Faire:
The largest one-day street fair in California, features 800+ exhibitors, international food and live entertainment, 8am-4pm.
Location: Grand Ave., Downtown Carlsbad.
(760)945-9288 or www.carlsbad.org
5/8/06 - 5/14/06
Senior Hard Court Tennis Championships:
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) returns to the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club for the 34th Spring Hard Court Tennis Championships. The fourth leg of the national tournament circuit, this event includes singles and doubles competition. Parking and admission are free and open to the public.
(858)551-4616 or www.ljbtc.om
5/10/06
Wild Animal Park Founders Day:
A day of family fun! In honor of the founding of the San Diego Wild Animal Park, everyone is admitted free to the park from 9am-4pm.
Location: Escondido.
(760)747-8702
5/10/06 - 5/11/06
Dream Artisan Faire:
Enjoy artisan crafts and handiwork such as handmade bath products, artwork and more. Lunch and wine tastings are also offered. Hours are from 9am-5pm.
Location: Grand Traditions, Fallbrook.
(858)663-5098 or www.bernardowinery.net
5/10/06 - 6/25/06
La JollaPlayhouse presents Zhivago:
The 2006-2007 Season of the La JollaPlayhouse promises an array of delights that reflects the broad theatrical spectrum for which the Playhouse has become known. The current production is Zhivago, a world premiere musical.
(858)550-1010 or www.lajollaplayhouse.com
5/12/06 - 5/14/06
City Ballet Carmen and the Seasons:
City Ballet and the San Diego Civic Youth Orchestra present a condensed version of Bizet's opera Carmen and will dance to Vivaldi's The Four Seasons.
Location: Spreckels Theatre, downtown San Diego.
(858)272-8663 or www.cityballet.org
5/13/06
Garden Walk 2006:
Proceeds from this event are used for scholarships and neighborhood beautification projects throughout the greater San Diego community. 10am-4pm. Call for ticket price and other information.
Location: walk starts at Mission Hills Nursery.
(619)543-9388
5/13/06 - 5/14/06
San Diego American Indian Cultural Days:
Free to the public. Traditional singers and dancers, American Indian food and arts & crafts.
Location: Park Blvd, Presidents Way, Balboa Park.
(619)281-5964
5/13/06 - 5/14/06
Gator By the Bay - Blues & Crawfish Festival:
This family oriented, 2-day music and food festival features Blues, Cajun and Zydeco bands performing on multiple stages, free dance lessons, food, cooking demonstrations with samples, cultural and music workshops, Mardi Gras parades, artisan vendors and supervised arts & crafts for kids.
(858)492-8748 or www.gatorbythebay.com
5/14/06
Mother's Day Brunch with Jazz at the Abbey:
Treat mom to an exclusive, unique brunch at the Abbey with champagne, buffet and live jazz music at the once-famous restaurant with gorgeous architecture located in the heart of uptown San Diego.
(619)686-8715 or www.abbey_events.com
5/19/06 - 6/24/06
Mainly Mozart Festival:
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Mozart's birth as an all-star orchestra performs the works of Mozart and other Baroque, Classical and Romantic composers under the baton of Artistic Director, David Atherton. Performances in San Diego and Baja California, Mexico.
(619)239-0100 or www.mainlymozart.org
5/18/06
Pet Rescue Day on the Bay:
Donate a gently used blanket or towel, and you and your dog can cruise FREE on any one-hour harbor cruise on a Hornblower yacht. Items will be collected from 930am-4pm; Dogs cruise free only when on a leash.
(619)686-8700
5/21/06
Festa Siciliana:
The event features the nationally-acclaimed Roman Holiday Ensemble, whose repertoire includes a wide variety of Italian and Sicilian music as well as a swinging Sinatra show. 10am-6pm.
Location: Little Italy, San Diego.
(619)233-3898
5/21/06
North Park Spring Festival:
The North Park Festival of the Arts is a free community celebration of art, culture and entertainment for children of all ages.
Location: University Ave., between 30th & 32nd.
(619)294-2501 or www.northparkmainstreet.com
5/27/06
Jazz block party and music festival:
Located in the Gaslamp Quarter on Fourth Ave. and Island Ave. In addition to the music on the street, many clubs and restaurants feature Jazz bands. Noon-10pm.
(619)543-1401 or www.kifm.com
5/27/06 - 5/29/06
Memorial Weekend Celebration Cruise:
Hornblower Cruises - One and two hour patriotic Harbor Cruises and Sea Lion Adventure - all day beginning at 10am. Nightly sunset dinner cruises with Fireworks, 7pm-10pm. Champagne Brunch Cruises from 11am-1pm.
(619)686-8715 or www.hornblower.com
5/28/06
Julian Classic Motoring Show:
Come see classic cars as they are proudly displayed from 11am-3pm. This year features Italian racing and sports cars.
Location: Menghini Winery.
(760)765-1984 or www.julianclassic.com
5/28/06
Annual Ethnic Food Fair:
Dancing, music, and foods of many nations. Free admission. House of Pacific Relations International Cottages, Balboa Park, noon-5pm.
(619)234-0739 or (619)239-0512 or (858)292-8592
5/28/06
Vintage Car Show:
Cars, Cars and More Cars! Gates open at 630am; award presentation at 2pm. Admission is free to the public.
Location: Fallbrook High School football field on Stagecoach Lane.
www.fallbrookvintagecarclub.com
5/29/06
Memorial Day Paddle:
Kayak the 7 Caves of La Jolla. Kayakers will see marine life including sea lions, seals, Garibaldi, and leopard sharks. Take this guided tour of the sea caves & cliffs, and Underwater Kelp Forest! Kayak tours depart at 10am, 12 noon, 2pm, & 430pm. Reservations required.
(858)437-1224
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2006 Ramona Rodeo:
One of the country's top PRCA sanctioned full-scale pro rodeos. Western dances and specialty western acts.
Location 5th & Aqua, Fred Grand Arena, Ramona.
Exact date to be announced, please check in advance.
www.ramonarodeo.com
Information provided by Fidelity National Title.
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