Here are some of the best things to do this weekend in San Diego from Friday, June 14 to Sunday, June 16.
Friday
Roller Rink opens at Hotel Del Coronado: Opening near the main entrance, the Hotel del Coronado will host a skating rink this summer. Visitors can also order co*cktails and snacks, and there will be various themed nights. Tickets provide access to 90 minutes of skating and roller skate rental. Opens today. 2 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; noon to 10 p.m. Fridays; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on holidays. Through Sept. 2. $28 for general admission, $25 for hotel guests, military and first responders. hoteldel.com/events/roller-rink
Summer Nights at the Comic-Con Museum: Starting this weekend, on Fridays leading up to Comic-Con (except July 5), the Comic-Con Museum will be open late for its new Summer Nights event series. Each Friday evening will feature a different theme: cosplay, Dungeons & Dragons, competitive puzzle building, a kid-friendly crafting night and a zombicide game night. Wine, beer and snacks will be available for purchase except for July 12. 6 to 9 p.m. Fridays. Comic-Con Museum, 2131 Pan American Plaza, San Diego. $15. bit.ly/CCMSummerNights
US Police & Fire Championships: Firefighters, police officers and other law enforcement officials from around the U.S. will face off in everything from a biathlon to surfing in the annual Police and Fire Championships. Spectators can watch as they compete in 50 sports at venues all across San Diego County. The games are organized by the California Police Athletic Federation (CPAF). See the full list of sports and the competition schedules online. Starts Saturday and runs through Saturday, June 15. cpaf.org/uspfc
Summer concerts at the fair: The Toyota Summer Concert Series at the San Diego County Fair continues this weekend with performances by TLC tonight and Pepe Aguilar on Sunday. On Wednesday, find country and rock music band Whiskey Myers taking the stage. Fair guests can get access to the concerts with general admission to the fair. Concert series runs through July 7. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. sdfair.com/p/what-to-do/grandstand
San Diego County summer movies: San Diego County’s series of more than 100 summer movie screenings is underway and continues this weekend with showings Friday of “The Little Mermaid” at Pine Valley County Park; “Shrek” at Golden Hill Recreation Center; and “Wonka” at Doyle Recreation Center. The movies start 15 minutes after sunset (around 6:30 p.m.) on each day. Movies continue on Friday and Saturday evenings through Nov. 1. Attendees can bring their own blankets, beach chairs and picnics, and some locations may offer pre-movie activities. Full schedule at summermoviesinthepark.com
’25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee:’ Lamb’s Players Theatre presents William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin’s audience-interactive comedy musical about five awkward adolescent contestants at a regional spelling bee. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 2 and 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Through Aug. 18. Lamb’s Players Theatre, 1142 Orange Ave., Coronado. $38-$92. (619) 437-6000, lambsplayers.org
‘Escape to Margaritaville’: Moonlight Stage Productions presents this Jimmy Buffett jukebox musical about four people unexpectedly finding their soulmates on a tropical island. 8 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays. Through June 22. Moonlight Amphitheatre, Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Way, Vista. $15-$60. (760) 724-2110, moonlightstage.com
‘Vanity Fair’: Scripps Ranch Theatre presents Kate Hamill’s contemporary adaptation of William Makepeace Thackeray’s 1840s novel about two young women, one born into wealth, the other a poor orphan, navigating their way through society. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Legler-Benbough Theatre, Alliant International University, , 9783 Avenue of Nations, San Diego. $29-$49. (858) 395-0573, scrippsranchtheatre.org
‘Pásale Pásale’: TuYo Theatre presents this audience-interactive musical by Mario Vega and Eliza Vedar, set at a San Diego swap meet, where hard-working immigrant vendors fight for their humble way of life against a greedy landlord. 6:30 and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, plus June 20-22; 3 p.m. Sundays. Through June 30. Performances through June 23 are at Bayfront Charter School, 830 Bay Blvd. Chula Vista. Performances June 27-30 are at National City Chamber of Commerce, 901 National City Blvd., National City. $25-$30. tuyotheatre.org
‘Life by Numbers’: Lamplighters Community Theatre presents San Diego playwright Lisa Balderston’s play about an adult woman confused by her widowed mother’s dating choices. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. 5915 Severin Drive, La Mesa. $21-$26. (619) 303-5092, lamplighterslamesa.com
‘Camelot’: North Coast Repertory Theatre presents Lerner and Loewe’s classic musical about King Arthur, Guenevere, Lancelot and the Knights of the Round Table. 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays; 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays. Through July 7. 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach. $54-$79. northcoastrep.org
Saturday
Switchfoot Bro-Am: When not traveling the world as part of the touring rock band Switchfoot, its group members can be found in Encinitas each summer throwing a beach festival and surf competition known as Bro-Am. It starts with a benefit party fundraiser, and this Saturday it will continue with thousands of people gathering to watch the band perform in addition to a lineup of other musical entertainment. The day starts with a surf contest at 7 a.m. and live music begins at noon. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Moonlight Beach, Encinitas. Free. broam.org/events/2024beachfest
‘Dramarama:’ The Carmel Valley Library will be screening “Dramarama,” an award-winning movie documenting the challenges for a boy to come out to his closest theater friends. The backdrop of the movie is during the group’s final murder mystery party before graduating from high school. “Dramarama” director and writer Jonathan Wysocki will answer questions after the showing. Popcorn will be available. 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday. 3919 Townsgate Drive, San Diego. (858) 552-1668,sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/dramarama-film-screening-director-362198
Mister A’s lobster cookout: This Father’s Day weekend, Mister A’s is hosting a lobster cookout benefiting the nonprofit Monarch School. Executive chef Stephane Voitzwinkler will be grilling on the outdoor patio with a menu that includes full or half lobsters served in a Cajun lemongrass broth with crab legs, Manila clams, andouille sausage, red potatoes and corn on the cob. Other brunch menu options include southern eggs Benedict, salmon, 18-ounce porterhouse, oysters, banana cream pie and more. Also during brunch, the City Lights Jazz Trio and Monarch School students will perform live music. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday. 2550 Fifth Ave., San Diego. (619) 239-1377, asrestaurant.com
Pop-up mini golf to celebrate Fathers:Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern is hosting a pop-up mini-golf event on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The family-friendly mini golf event will be at the Point Loma eatery adjacent lawn. Jimmy’s will have its normal food menu available with choices such as cheeseburgers, French dip, fried chicken, salads and more. 4990 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego. (619) 226-2103, jfamous.com
A New World: Final Fantasy: The New World Players chamber ensemble performs the music of the Final Fantasy video game series. 6 and 9 p.m. Saturday. Baker-Baum Concert Hall, Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla. $58. theconrad.org
‘1969’ exhibition: Artist Stephen Frank Gary is presenting an antiwar-themed art show Saturday, with a reception from 5 to 8 p.m. The exhibit runs through Aug. 7. Asto Gallery at Yuspa, 3927 Convoy St., San Diego. instagram.com/yuspasd
North Coast Symphony & Youth Piano Concerto Competition: The symphony welcomes contestants Luna Lee, 14, of Poway; Frank Luo, 10, of Long Island; and Max Tran, 14, of Orange County. 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Encinitas Community and Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive, Encinitas. $15. tix.com/ticket-sales/encinitas/4736/event/1378887
‘Heart Attack Shmart Attack’: San Diego cardiologist Dr. Alan Maisel presents his comedy play, co-starring singer Margaret Star and actor-comedian Walter Ruskin. 8 p.m. Saturday at Point Loma Assembly, 3035 Talbot St., San Diego; and at 8 p.m. Monday at San Diego Musical Theatre, 4650 Mercury St., San Diego. $20-$25. kacklez.com/maisel
Sunday
Ambrogio by Acquerello preparing eight-course Father’s Day lunch and dinner:Michelin-starred Italian chef Silvio Salmoiraghiis preparing an eight-course lunch and dinner at Ambrogio by Acquerello on Father’s Day. There will be a chef’s signature tasting menu for $159 and a seasonal vegetarian tasting menu for $139 per person. Dads will receive a complimentary Negroni. There will also be a four-course kids menu for $99. Noon to 8 p.m. Sunday. 7556 Fay Ave., La Jolla. (858) 412-3432, ambrogiobyacquerello.com
Free Dos Equis beer tower and ice cream contest: El Chingon is offering a complimentary Dos Equis beer tower on Father’s Day to all dads who make a reservation to dine in at the Mexican restaurant on Sunday. There will also be a Coolest Dad paleta (ice pop) eating challenge. Participants will race to finish two traditional Mexican ice pops. Prizes will be given to the top three teams. El Chingon’s Father’s Day menu has a carne asada plate, surf and turf burrito, tequila and watermelon co*cktail and more. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. 560 Fifth Ave., San Diego. (619) 501-1919, elchingon.com
‘Stars, Cars & Guitars: The Birth of the Modern Surf Era: 1958-1965’: California Surf Museum is presenting an exhibit of historic California surfing photography. 312 Pier View Way, Oceanside. (760) 721-6876, surfmuseum.org
Complimentary discount card at the Fish Shop: Fathers who dine at the Fish Shop on Sunday will receive a Father’s Day card and discount toward their next visit. The Fish Shop offers fish tacos, build-your-own seafood sandwiches or salads and signature dishes like its marinated shrimp, local craft beer and more. The Fish Shop has locations in Encinitas, Pacific Beach and Point Loma. thefishshops.com
Father’s Day deals at Hilton San Diego Bayfront: The Hilton San Diego Bayfront is offering specials at its restaurant and music on its pool deck on Sunday. At its Hudson & Nash restaurant, there will be a burger and beer lunch special from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and steak and bourbon dinner deal from 5 p.m. to closing. The hotel’s pool deck will have live music from 5 to 8 p.m. 1 Park Blvd., San Diego. (619) 564-3333, hilton.com/en/hotels/sancchh-hilton-san-diego-bayfront/
‘White Space: A Song Prism’: New Village Arts presents the world premiere of Korrie Yamaoka’s indie rock fantasy song cycle about an artist and mother who finds inspiration and healing through her three fantasy avatars: a terminally ill patient, a frontier woman and a sailor. 7:30 p.m. Sunday and Monday. 2787 State St., Carlsbad. $20. (760) 433-3245, newvillagearts.org
