Thursday, May 9

Five Things to Do This Weekend In San Diego

1. Elmo’s Eggstravaganza at Sesame Place San Diego

  • When: Starting this Saturday, March 23 to April 7
  • Where: Sesame Place San Diego, 2052 Entertainment Circle, Chula Vista
  • Description: Enjoy Easter-themed activities including scavenger hunts, special storytimes, photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, and more.

2. Benito Juarez Holiday Weekend Celebration

  • When: Saturday March 23, 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Where: Las Americas Premium Outlets, in front of the Food Court, 4211 Camino de la Plaza, San Diego
  • Description: Commemorate the birthday of Former Mexican President Benito Juárez with live entertainment including performances by Mariachi Diamante San Diego and Ballet Folklorico El Tapatio, alongside special shopping deals.

3. Musical Reverberations: Farías, Ravel, Tchaikovsky

  • When: Friday March 22, 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Where: California Center for the Arts, Escondido
  • Description: Experience a captivating orchestral showcase featuring Chilean composer Miguel Farías’ explosive Estallido, Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand performed by Janice Carissa, and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6, “Pathétique”.

4. San Diego Latino Film Festival Closing Night Celebration

  • When: Saturday March 23
    • 6:00 – 7:15 pm: Premios Corazon Awards Ceremony at “The Forum” UCSD Park & Market
    • 7:00 – 8:30 pm: Screening of “The Long Game” at AMC Mission Valley 20, followed by Q&A with Cheech Marin & Lupe Felan
    • 8:30 pm-12 am: Live concert featuring Gabrielito and LA Salsa Sensation, La Verdad at “The Forum” UCSD Park & Market
  • Where: Various venues (see above)
  • Description: Celebrate the culmination of the 31st San Diego Latino Film Festival with awards ceremonies, film screenings, live concerts, and more, including a tribute to Cheech Marin.

5. Chris D’Elia Live at AleSmith Brewing

  • When: Saturday March 23, 7 – 9 pm PDT
  • Where: AleSmith Brewery, 9990 AleSmith Ct, San Diego, CA 92126
  • Description: Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Chris D’Elia in a one-night-only event hosted at AleSmith Brewing.