Things To Do in April 2024 Around San Diego

“April is the month of dreams come true.”
— John Baillie

Celebrate 10 Years of Going the Extra Mile!
Nautilus Room
Apr 3, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Starts at 5:00 pm

We hope you will join us to make a toast and raise your paddle at the GEM Award reception and dinner to benefit CHA’s historic preservation work.

Reserve early as space is limited.
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Disney’s ALADDIN, The Hit Broadway Musical
Broadway San Diego
Apr 3 – Apr 7, 2024

Discover a whole new world at Disney’s ALADDIN, the hit Broadway musical.

From the producer of The Lion King comes the timeless story of ALADDIN, a thrilling new production filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy and breathtaking spectacle. It’s an extraordinary theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.
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Goodguys Meguiar’s Del Mar Nationals
Del Mar Fairgrounds
Apr 5 – Apr 7, 2024

The Goodguys shows are for all Hot Rod and Classic Car fans alike. Whether it’s your first show or tenth trip out we are very excited to have you come out for the day or stay for the whole weekend!  
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Race for Autism
Balboa Park
Apr 6, 2024, 6:30 AM – 11:00 AM

You can be a SUPERHERO for Autism! Join us in celebrating 20 years of making a difference and changing the futures for thousands with autism in San Diego at the Race for Autism Superhero 5K. 
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WOW Festival at La Jolla Playhouse
La Jolla Playhouse
Apr 4 – Apr 7, 2024

The acclaimed annual WOW Festival is a four-day celebration of breathtaking art experiences. Free to attend, San Diegans and visitors of all ages can enjoy immersive, site-based and/or interactive projects by renowned local, national and international artists.
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North Park Festival of Beers
Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows
Apr 6, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, VIP: 12:00 to 4:00 PM. General Admission: 1:00 to 4:00 PM.

The 15th annual North Park Festival of Beers is back on Saturday, April 6, 2024, sampling more than 50 beers from the best breweries on the planet. Plus live music, specialty food vendors and more! Presented by 91X.
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Joan Osborne
Belly Up
Apr 9, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:59 AM

Joan Osborne is an 8-time Grammy nominee and multi-platinum selling recording artist. A native of Kentucky, she moved to NYC to attend NYU Film School, but dropped out after becoming involved in New York’s downtown music scene.
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The Timeless Heritage of Carnatic Music
La Jolla Community Center
Apr 12, 2024, 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM

This is the first concert of the Center for World Music series Mesmerizing Melodies from Three Ancient Lands.
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53rd Annual Chicano Park Day Celebration
1949 Logan Ave
Apr 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The 53th Chicano Park Day commemoration will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 10am to 5 pm. This family event is free and open to the public. The theme for the 54th Chicano Park Day commemoration is “Chicano Park Day 54: Kindling the New Fire”.
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Taste of Hillcrest
5th Avenue and University Ave
Apr 13, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Over 25 fantastic Hillcrest restaurants are participating, giving foodies a chance to sample some of their best and signature dishes. From quaint cafes, French and Italian style bistros to five-star dining delights, this is the most anticipated self-guided culinary walking tour in San Diego! Sample bites such as Pad Thai, Sashimi, Italian Antipasto, or Classic American Comfort Food! Your taste buds are going to go wild on this culinary journey throughout Hillcrest! Enjoy with your friends, the gorgeous weather, and one unforgettable tasting adventure!
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CORONADO FLOWER SHOW
Spreckels Park
Apr 20 – Apr 21, 2024

Join us for the 102nd Annual Coronado Flower Show, presented by the Coronado Flower Association and the City of Coronado! The largest tented Flower Show in the U.S. and Coronado’s longest-running tradition, this is a weekend of festivities you don’t want to miss.
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San Diego EarthFest
Balboa Park Boulevard and Presidents Way Lawn
Apr 20, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

San Diego EarthFest is a FREE Earth Day celebration presented by Vegan Food Popup. Featuring over 100 eco-friendly food, product and service vendors as well as environmental, conservation and animal rescue groups.

International Food Court, Live Music and DJs , Speakers and Demos , Kid-Friendly Activities
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Annual MotorCars on MainStreet Car Show
Downtown Coronado
Apr 28, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

This will be Coronado MainStreet’s 32nd annual car show, MotorCars on MainStreet, featuring over 400 pre-73 restored classic, rod and custom cars & trucks. The event will be held in downtown Coronado, one block from the beach, at Isabella & Orange Avenues. Co-Sponsors Cumming Chevrolet and the City of Coronado welcome participants and spectators to the grand gathering. There will be live music and drawings throughout the day.

Thousands of spectators are expected and viewing is FREE.
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Encinitas Spring Street Fair
Highway 101 between D and J Streets
Apr 27 – Apr 28, 2024, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

In the Spring Street Fair, ongoing since 1983, international food, children’s rides, four live stages, and the craft brewery beer garden guarantee that there will be fun for the whole family. The emphasis of both the Encinitas Spring Street Fair and the Holiday Street Fair is on arts, handmade crafts, antiques, and ethnic imports. However, commercial vendors will be accepted and admitted upon consideration of merchandise and display appearance.
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