16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: May 29–June 1
Shake off the post-holiday weekend blues with arty San Diego events like Seth Parker Woods’ multimedia concert Difficult Grace and Michael Roque Collins’ striking Corpus Sanctum exhibition. Or party like you have another Monday off with SDCVA’s annual wine festival on Sunday, where over 20 local wineries will offer pours. And the Friar Faithful can help the Padres end the month strong with a three-game set against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend
San Diego County Vintners Association Wine Festival at Bernardo Winery
June 1
Sip in the sunshine to cap off San Diego Wine Week at the San Diego County Vintners Association’s annual salute to local wine. From 1 to 4 p.m. this Sunday at Bernardo Winery, attendees can enjoy individual charcuterie plates, unlimited wines from more than 20 local wineries, a silent auction, and live music. General admission is $95 while designated driver (admission and charcuterie only) tickets are $34. Funds from the festival will support the SDCVA’s education programs and promotion for the local wine region.
13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte, Rancho Bernardo
Le Salon De Musiques: A Dazzling Season Finale
June 1
Le Salon De Musiques will conclude its 2024–25 season at the La Jolla Woman’s Club with an orchestral performance featuring the works of Beethoven, Schumann, and Austro-Hungarian composer Karl Goldmark this Sunday at 4 p.m. The chamber music collective’s season finale will begin with a historical perspective on the evening’s selections from musicologist Malachai Bandy. And, as always, the performance will be followed by a Q&A with the artists and a high tea buffet with Champagne. Tickets are $120 and can be purchased here.
7791 Draper Avenue, La Jolla
Seth Parker Woods performing during Difficult Grace
Concerts & Festivals in San Diego This Weekend
Helena Holleran at The Wu Tsai QRT.yrd
May 30
Begin your weekend on a high note with Helena Holleran on Friday at 4:30 p.m. in The Wu Tsai QRT.yrd. This free outdoor performance will spotlight a local rising star and her seven-piece band. Holleran’s most recent project Rococo Palace has an intimate lounge music feel with a blend of soul, R&B, reggae, and more. RSVP for the concert here; seating is first come, first served.
7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla
James Arthur at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
May 30
Since winning the ninth season of The X Factor in 2012, James Arthur has built a career on earnest love songs like “Say You Won’t Let Go.” His newest album Pisces is accompanied by a 44-minute film that expands upon its dreams and themes. Tickets start at $36 for his concert Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre.
5500 Campanile Drive, Rolando
Valley Center Western Days Festival & Parade
May 30–June 1
Valley Center rings in its 75th anniversary with a series of celebratory events, including its annual western-themed festival and parade. The festivities on Friday and Saturday at Valley Center Community Hall will include a car show, line dancing lessons, a wild west show, live music, a 5K fun run, carnival rides, and a chili cook-off. Then, on Sunday, you can stop by the inaugural tamale festival, complete with banda music, a beer garden, a tamale contest, and more from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free for all three festival days and the parade.
28246 Lilac Road, Valley Center
Difficult Grace at Jacobs Music Center
May 31
Through a series of orchestrated pieces—created alongside collaborators like the prolific Blood Orange—as well as spoken word, film, projected art, and dance from choreographer Roderick George, Seth Parker Woods’ Difficult Grace embraces Black artistry and identity with a powerful multimedia show. Tickets are $35 for this concert, happening Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Jacobs Music Center.
1245 Seventh Avenue, Downtown
Fiesta Del Sol
May 31–June 1
Join the seaside party at Fiesta Del Sol, a free two-day festival at Fletcher Cove Park, returning to the shores of Solana Beach for the 44th time. This Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., there will be a plethora of arts, crafts, and food vendors; a kids’ zone; the annual firefighter-led pancake breakfast (Sunday); and an all-day live music lineup featuring over a dozen local acts. There are also multiple VIP options, including reserved Seaside Pavilion access ($75 daily) and VIP admission ($150 daily), which comes with a complimentary gift bag, snacks, an elevated view, and more.
111 South Sierra Avenue, Solana Beach
Theater & Art Exhibits in San Diego This Weekend
A Beautiful Noise at the Civic Theatre
May 27–June 1
Before “Sweet Caroline” became ubiquitous with eighth-inning serenades at Fenway Park, Neil Diamond was just an aspiring singer from Brooklyn. In the jukebox musical A Beautiful Noise, audiences will journey through Diamond’s humble beginnings and ascent into superstardom with a soundtrack boasting his greatest hits, like “Forever in Blue Jeans” and “Cracklin’ Rosie.” Tickets start at $44 for A Beautiful Noise, with eight performances this week at the Civic Theatre.
1100 Third Avenue, Gaslamp
Unified Harmonies at the Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
May 28–29
The dancers of the Rosin Box Project and the musicians of classical music collective Art of Elan will combine their talents for two performances of Unified Harmonies, taking place Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center. Unified Harmonies will feature new choreographed works, an original composition, and a live string quartet. Tickets range from $48 to $83 for both performances.
7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla
Extended School Partnership Showcase: Charter School of San Diego at MCASD
May 30–June 16
See projects by youth artists from the Charter School of San Diego for just over two weeks in the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego’s Axline Court. As part of the museum’s Extended School Partnership Showcase, students created personal pieces about their experiences living in the San Diego-Tijuana region. The museum will also continue to showcase heritage projects from Barona Charter School’s 8th grade culture class in Axline Court through June 30.
700 Prospect Street, La Jolla
White Guy on The Bus at OnStage Playhouse
May 30–June 22
In White Guy on The Bus, making its San Diego premiere with a three-week run at the OnStage Playhouse, a well-off white businessman and single Black mom share weekly trips on the same bus route. The production slowly unfolds into a candid examination of race in America. Tickets are $15 for those under the age of 30 and $25 for all other adults.
291 Third Avenue, Chula Vista
Michael Roque Collins: Corpus Sanctum at LOS/NR
May 31–July 26
The newest exhibition at La Jolla gallery level of service not required, opening this Saturday, will hone in on a prolific decade for artist Michael Roque Collins. From 1990 to 2000, Collins’ artistic viewpoint transformed dramatically from photorealistic watercolor paintings to expressive visions of a dismal and perilous world. Corpus Sanctum will have an opening reception Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the gallery and remain on display for free through July 26.
7910 Ivanhoe Avenue, La Jolla
L’elisir d’amore: In Concert at the Villa Montezuma Museum
June 1 & 2
A little liquid courage—via a “magic” alcoholic potion—goes a long way in Gaetano Donizetti’s operatic melodrama L’elisir d’amore (The Elixir of Love). In this Italian classic set in Basque Country, a peasant looks to win over his true love despite their vast difference in class. Soloists Alexis Alfaro, Tiffany Brannan, Igor Vieira, Bryan Dahl, and Rebekah Brannan will star in this opera concert at the Villa Montezuma Museum. Tickets are $30, with performances Sunday at 3 p.m. and Monday at 7 p.m.
1925 K Street, Sherman Heights
More Fun Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend
Trevor Wallace at Balboa Theatre
May 29
Even if you don’t know his name, you’re likely familiar with Trevor Wallace. His social media skits have gone viral time and time again—typically when he’s lampooning frat culture or imitating the type of guy who’s way too obsessed with White Claws—on Vine (RIP) and TikTok. Now, Wallace has honed his stills in the art of stand-up, with his new tour The Alpha Beta Male coming to the Balboa Theatre Friday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $50 to $72 for this comedy show.
868 Fourth Avenue, Gaslamp
San Diego Padres vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
May 30–June 1
After trudging through a six-game losing streak, the Padres ended their recent road trip with an important series win against the Atlanta Braves. Now with a (seemingly) easy homestand on deck, they’ll look to defeat the Marlins and the Pirates and regain their spark heading into June. Tickets start at $39 for this weekend’s series at Petco Park.
100 Park Boulevard, Downtown
Rock ’n‘ Roll San Diego
May 31 & June 1
The Rock ’n‘ Roll San Diego run is the ultimate scenic route workout with an electric pace. The weekend of racing starts Saturday with a classic 5K run through Balboa Park, followed by Sunday’s half-marathon and marathon, with bands and DJs performing along the course. Other activities include a health and fitness expo on Friday and Saturday at the San Diego Convention Center and a post-race music festival on Sunday at Waterfront Park, right by the finish line. Registration is $99 for the 5K, $190 for the half-marathon, and $200 for the marathon.
Sixth Avenue & Quince Street, Balboa Park
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