Birding 101: How (and why) to spot birds in your neighborhood
2026-03-26 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Have you ever seen a bird? Then you’re already a birder! Join San Diego Bird Alliance for a fun and easy introduction to the world of birds. San Diego is one of America’s “birdiest” counties, and we’ll talk about what makes our region so special. You don’t need to go far to experience this bounty, and we’ll talk about how to spot and identify some familiar birds right in your own neighborhood. Along the way, we will learn about free resources like eBird, the Merlin Bird ID app, and ways to get plugged in with other local nature enthusiasts. This talk will be given in English, with English/Spanish resources available. All ages are welcome!

San Diego Bird Alliance is a local nonprofit defending our region’s birds, unique biodiversity, and threatened habitats through advocacy, education, and restoration. SDBA has served San Diego County’s diverse communities for over 75 years through community-based habitat restoration projects, environmental education programs, and recreational offerings. https://www.sandiegobirdalliance.org/

Cooking class: A Taste of Spring
2026-03-27 11:00 - 12:30 | John D. Spreckels Center and Bowling Green, 1019 7th Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate the season with a fun, hands-on cooking class where you’ll learn to create festive, delicious dishes perfect for your holiday brunch table. On the menu: a classic French quiche filled with smoky bacon, Gruyère cheese, and creamy custard in a buttery pastry crust; a fresh garden salad; and delightful carrot cake cupcakes.
Whether you’re a kitchen newbie or a seasoned home cook, this class will spark your creativity and leave you inspired with fresh, springtime flavors. Come cook, connect, and enjoy the newness of spring through cooking.

March Spice It Up, Coronado!
2026-03-27 14:30 - 15:30 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Like a book club, but for cooking! Explore new spices each month, pick up a sample, cook at home, and discuss your creations in our monthly Zoom discussion.
For the month of March we will be sampling colombo spice blend.
See photographs and recipes from past Spice It Up, Coronado! HERE, then click on Open Access.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Free And Open

Movies on the Beach: "Hook" (1991)
2026-03-27 20:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Snuggle up on Del Beach for favorite family movies and cult classics in a theater under the stars. Guests can cuddle up around a private bonfire with s’mores and relax in a beach daybed or enjoy seating in Del Beach sand chairs.

General Admission:
Enjoy the movie from a comfortable Del Beach sand chair.
Roast Family Movie Package:
Including sand chairs, a beach bonfire, s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Roast Bonfire Package with Beach Daybed:
Including a Del Beach daybed, sand chairs, a beach bonfire, unlimited s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Upcoming Schedule:
Friday, March 27 – 8:00PM
Hook (1991)
Saturday, March 28 – 8:00PM
Spellbound (2024)
Friday, April 3 – 8:00PM
Lilo & Stitch (2025)
Saturday, April 4 – 8:00PM
Peter Rabbit (2018)
Friday, April 10 – 8:00PM
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
Saturday, April 11 – 8:00PM
Frozen 2 (2019)
Friday, April 17 – 8:00PM
Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
Saturday, April 18 – 8:00PM
50 First Dates (2004)
Friday, April 24 – 8:00PM
Mean Girls (2004)
Saturday, April 25 – 8:00PM
Clueless (1995)
Friday, May 1 – 8:00PM
Forrest Gump (1994)

San Diego Writers Festival
2026-03-28 09:00 - 18:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The San Diego Writers Festival is a free, community-based event designed to celebrate the power of writing and storytelling.
Stories transform both the teller and the listener. In whatever form you welcome a story into your life—by reading a memoir or graphic novel, listening to a podcast or a poetry reading, watching a movie or play or going to the theater—stories are our pathways, our links, our bridges to one another.
At the San Diego Writers Festival, we ask two important questions: What if there was a place where all stories could be nurtured and heard? What if we opened up our community to stories from those who have been under-served, disenfranchised, or neglected?
We invite you to join us on our mission to hear one another, be educated and illuminated by one another, and inspired by one another—one story at a time.
Jodi Picoult headlines 7th annual San Diego Writers Festival in Coronado

KMAC Accessible Sailing - sailing and training
2026-03-28 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-11 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Coronado Yacht Club, 1631 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
KMAC Foundation for Accessible Sailing in Coronado is starting its winter sailing season at the Coronado Yacht Club. Join us from 11 am – 3 pm. Provided at no cost to individuals with disabilities and veterans. Sailors and new volunteers are always welcome.
More information at KMACFoundation.com.

KMAC Foundation Provides Access to the Sport of Sailing

Movies on the Beach: "Spellbound" (2024)
2026-03-28 20:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Snuggle up on Del Beach for favorite family movies and cult classics in a theater under the stars. Guests can cuddle up around a private bonfire with s’mores and relax in a beach daybed or enjoy seating in Del Beach sand chairs.

General Admission:
Enjoy the movie from a comfortable Del Beach sand chair.
Roast Family Movie Package:
Including sand chairs, a beach bonfire, s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Roast Bonfire Package with Beach Daybed:
Including a Del Beach daybed, sand chairs, a beach bonfire, unlimited s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Upcoming Schedule:
Saturday, March 28 – 8:00PM
Spellbound (2024)
Friday, April 3 – 8:00PM
Lilo & Stitch (2025)
Saturday, April 4 – 8:00PM
Peter Rabbit (2018)
Friday, April 10 – 8:00PM
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
Saturday, April 11 – 8:00PM
Frozen 2 (2019)
Friday, April 17 – 8:00PM
Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
Saturday, April 18 – 8:00PM
50 First Dates (2004)
Friday, April 24 – 8:00PM
Mean Girls (2004)
Saturday, April 25 – 8:00PM
Clueless (1995)
Friday, May 1 – 8:00PM
Forrest Gump (1994)

SDHS / APLD Garden Tour -- A Diverse Tableau: Gardens of Point Loma and Coronado
2026-03-29 09:00 - 16:00 | CA
Credit: Pitroviz / iStock
The San Diego Horticultural Society (SDHS) and the Association of Professional Landscape Designers, San Diego District (APLD SD) will hold their 2026 Garden Tour, “A Diverse Tableau: Gardens of Point Loma and Coronado,” on Sunday, March 29 from 9 am to 4 pm. Tickets and more information can be obtained at sdhort.org.
This garden tour promises invaluable insights into gardening in a coastal climate including: colorful climate-appropriate plants, simple and inexpensive rain water capture for your garden, the use of colorful architectural elements, and much more. Designed to benefit residential gardeners interested in having beautiful gardens with minimal water and maintenance, this garden tour will educate and delight all who attend. Attendees will have the chance to explore whimsical, contemporary, and traditional gardens, unique to the site they inhabit.
The San Diego Horticultural Society and the Association of Professional Landscape Designers’ commitment to enhancing the environment by planting gardens, creating beautiful outdoor spaces, and using sustainable practices is evident in the gardens chosen for this year’s tour. Join us!
Ticket sales are limited. All tickets must be purchased online in advance.

Book launch: "The Last Special Thing" by Alyssa Burns
2026-03-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Coronado Tasting Room, 1201 1st St # 101, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
2010 Coronado High School grad Alyssa Burns will celebrate the release of her debut novel, The Last Special Thing (releases April 1) at a book launch party at the Coronado Tasting Room from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on March 30. The entire community is invited.

Alyssa Burns with copies of her debut novel. Courtesy photo.
The Last Special Thing is a young adult fiction novel that tackles drug exploration, a topic she approached with caution. It’s a book that she wished she had read while younger, because it explores how quickly people can find themselves in unexpected situations. It aims to teach young readers to navigate these things without condescension.
“You don’t open to page one and someone’s doing heroin,” she said. “There’s a step stool to how these things escalate, and that structure came naturally to this story.”
Burns was intentional about refusing both glamorization of drugs and oversimplified scare tactics.
“How we talk about drug use is: ‘Don’t do drugs because you’re going to get addicted and die,’” she said. “Maybe you’re not going to get addicted and die, but you’re also not going to have a good time. You’re going to make decisions you wouldn’t have made otherwise.”
The core message of the book is embedded in its title.
“You don’t need drugs, you don’t need a guy, you don’t need a thrill to be special,” Burns said. “You already are.”

Readers can preorder a signed copy of The Last Special Thing on Alyssa Burns’ website. To read more of Burns’ writing for The Coronado Times, click here.
LEARN MORE HERE

Movies on the Beach: "Lilo & Stitch" (2025)
2026-04-03 20:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Snuggle up on Del Beach for favorite family movies and cult classics in a theater under the stars. Guests can cuddle up around a private bonfire with s’mores and relax in a beach daybed or enjoy seating in Del Beach sand chairs.

General Admission:
Enjoy the movie from a comfortable Del Beach sand chair.
Roast Family Movie Package:
Including sand chairs, a beach bonfire, s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Roast Bonfire Package with Beach Daybed:
Including a Del Beach daybed, sand chairs, a beach bonfire, unlimited s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Upcoming Schedule:
Friday, April 3 – 8:00PM
Lilo & Stitch (2025)
Saturday, April 4 – 8:00PM
Peter Rabbit (2018)
Friday, April 10 – 8:00PM
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
Saturday, April 11 – 8:00PM
Frozen 2 (2019)
Friday, April 17 – 8:00PM
Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
Saturday, April 18 – 8:00PM
50 First Dates (2004)
Friday, April 24 – 8:00PM
Mean Girls (2004)
Saturday, April 25 – 8:00PM
Clueless (1995)
Friday, May 1 – 8:00PM
Forrest Gump (1994)

Plant a tree in Coronado
2026-04-04 08:30 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate Arbor Day in Coronado by planting a tree on Saturday, April 4.
Families, individuals, and groups are all welcome to join this community event. There will be refreshments, a planting demonstration, and tree assignments, with tools and staff guidance provided. Don’t forget to bring gloves and suitable shoes — planting sites will be ready when you arrive.
Meet at 8:30 a.m. at Spreckels Park (Orange Avenue & Sixth Street).
For more information, contact the City of Coronado Public Services Department at 619-522-7380.

Movies on the Beach: "Peter Rabbit" (2018)
2026-04-04 20:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Snuggle up on Del Beach for favorite family movies and cult classics in a theater under the stars. Guests can cuddle up around a private bonfire with s’mores and relax in a beach daybed or enjoy seating in Del Beach sand chairs.

General Admission:
Enjoy the movie from a comfortable Del Beach sand chair.
Roast Family Movie Package:
Including sand chairs, a beach bonfire, s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Roast Bonfire Package with Beach Daybed:
Including a Del Beach daybed, sand chairs, a beach bonfire, unlimited s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Upcoming Schedule:
Saturday, April 4 – 8:00PM
Peter Rabbit (2018)
Friday, April 10 – 8:00PM
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
Saturday, April 11 – 8:00PM
Frozen 2 (2019)
Friday, April 17 – 8:00PM
Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
Saturday, April 18 – 8:00PM
50 First Dates (2004)
Friday, April 24 – 8:00PM
Mean Girls (2004)
Saturday, April 25 – 8:00PM
Clueless (1995)
Friday, May 1 – 8:00PM
Forrest Gump (1994)

Easter sunrise service
2026-04-05 06:00 | North Beach, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
As has been done for more than 30 years, Resurrection Lutheran Church is offering the Easter Sunrise Service on Coronado Beach.
This year will include vocalists from the Crown City Chorale, musician Russ Peck, and the Coronado Ukulele Club.
The service is at 6 am on April 5, near the north end of Ocean Boulevard at Ocean Court.
People should dress warmly and bring a blanket or beach chair. The bonfire will be going.

Mobile Blood Drive at CMG
2026-04-08 09:00 - 14:30 | 1033 B Avenue, 1033 B Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The community is invited to “keep the magic alive” for hospital patients this month by donating blood. As a special thank-you, all donors receive an exclusive Disney Goofy T-shirt while sizes and supplies last.
The T-shirt is available April 1 – 30, 2026 at all San Diego Blood Bank blood drives and donor centers throughout San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and Imperial Counties.
On April 8, a mobile drive will be held at CMG Home Loans
1033 B Ave
Parked in front of building on Ynez Place

Spring Fling Luncheon at the Spreckels Center
2026-04-08 12:30 - 14:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Senior Association starts their 2026 luncheon events with a “Spring Fling Luncheon” on Wednesday, April 8 from 12:30 to 2 pm in the Grand Room of the John D. Spreckels Center. Our volunteers will be serving to the public chicken alfredo, garden salad, garlic bread, French macarons, coffee, iced tea, and water.
Come for some good food, socialization, oldies music, fun and a chance to win a door prize. The cost is only $5! All attendees of all ages must pre-register. The public may purchase tickets by paying at the Spreckels Center front desk, calling the front desk at 619-522-7343 or going online at www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec.
We hope to see you there for a hearty meal. Sign up soon to attend this economical event.
If you need a ride to this event or any other event, free rides for seniors in Coronado are available by contacting the Coronado Community Foundation at 619-389-5280 to register as a rider.
For more information contact the Spreckels Center staff at 619-522-7343.

Mobile Blood Drive at Sharp Coronado
2026-04-09 10:00 - 15:30 | Sharp Coronado Hospital Auditorium Sandermann Education Center, 265 Soledad Place, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The community is invited to “keep the magic alive” for hospital patients this month by donating blood. As a special thank-you, all donors receive an exclusive Disney Goofy T-shirt while sizes and supplies last.
The T-shirt is available April 1 – 30, 2026 at all San Diego Blood Bank blood drives and donor centers throughout San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and Imperial Counties.
On April 8, a mobile drive will be held at Sharp Coronado Hospital
265 Soledad Place
Parked next to Auditorium

Movies on the Beach: "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" (1982)
2026-04-10 20:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Snuggle up on Del Beach for favorite family movies and cult classics in a theater under the stars. Guests can cuddle up around a private bonfire with s’mores and relax in a beach daybed or enjoy seating in Del Beach sand chairs.

General Admission:
Enjoy the movie from a comfortable Del Beach sand chair.
Roast Family Movie Package:
Including sand chairs, a beach bonfire, s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Roast Bonfire Package with Beach Daybed:
Including a Del Beach daybed, sand chairs, a beach bonfire, unlimited s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Upcoming Schedule:
Friday, April 10 – 8:00PM
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
Saturday, April 11 – 8:00PM
Frozen 2 (2019)
Friday, April 17 – 8:00PM
Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
Saturday, April 18 – 8:00PM
50 First Dates (2004)
Friday, April 24 – 8:00PM
Mean Girls (2004)
Saturday, April 25 – 8:00PM
Clueless (1995)
Friday, May 1 – 8:00PM
Forrest Gump (1994)

SDSU Professor Dr. Brian Adams to speak on local elections at Coronado Democratic Club meeting
2026-04-11 10:30 - 12:30 | Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Democratic Club will host Dr. Brian Adams, Professor of Political Science at San Diego State University, as its featured speaker on Saturday, April 11, at the Coronado Public Library’s Winn Room.
Dr. Adams specializes in the study of local politics, with research examining voter behavior, campaign finance, and electoral dynamics in city council and school board elections. His work explores how candidates communicate with voters, the role of ballot cues, and the factors that influence decision-making in local contests.
His presentation will focus on how local campaigns take shape, including the importance of early engagement, fundraising, and voter outreach. As communities begin looking ahead to the upcoming midterm cycle, the discussion will provide perspective on how local races develop and why early activity can play a decisive role.
Local elections, while often less visible than state or national contests, have a direct impact on schools, governance, and community priorities. Dr. Adams’ talk will offer insight into how these elections function and what influences outcomes at the local level.
Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a question-and-answer session following the presentation.
Timing:

10:30 AM – Social
11:00 AM – Program Begins
12:30 PM – Program Concludes

For additional information, please contact the Coronado Democratic Club.

An evening with international soccer star Landon Donovan
2026-04-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
As excitement builds around the World Cup — played in part on U.S. soil this year — join the Coronado Public Library for a special evening with Landon Donovan, widely regarded as one of the greatest American soccer players of all time. Donovan will share reflections from Landon: A Memoir, offering an inside look at his life on and off the field, from defining career moments to the challenges that shaped his journey beyond the game.
A six-time MLS Cup champion and four-time U.S. Soccer Player of the Year, Donovan remains the all-time assists leader for the U.S. Men’s National Team and is tied for the most international goals scored by an American man. His five World Cup goals make him the highest-scoring American male player in tournament history, and Major League Soccer honored his legacy by naming its MVP award after him. Yet Donovan’s memoir goes far beyond trophies and highlight reels, it’s a story of resilience, vulnerability, and self-discovery.
The event serves as a fundraiser for the Friends of the Coronado Public Library’s work with the Exceptional Families Program and requires a paid ticket for entry. The Friends of the Coronado Public Library are dedicated supporters who offer financial assistance for a variety of the Coronado Public Library’s programs that serve readers and learners of all ages. The Exceptional Families Program is a partnership with the Coronado Community Foundation and Camp Able which offers monthly programs that provide enrichment, respite, and community connection for families with special needs members, particularly those who have aged out of school-based services or are transitioning beyond the classroom.
Ticket options include:

$10 entry only

$29.95 for admission for one person and one copy of Landon: A Memoir

Tickets can be purchased at cplevents.org or adventuresbythebook.com/calendar-event/landon-donovan-4-11-26/. This event will take place at the Coronado Performing Arts Center in partnership with Adventures by the Book. All seating is first-come, first-served.

National Poetry Month celebration
2026-04-14 17:00 - 18:30 | John D. Spreckels Center and Bowling Green, 1019 7th Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate National Poetry Month at the John D. Spreckels Center with a special National Poetry Celebration featuring Paola Capó-García, San Diego’s Poet Laureate of the Year. This engaging evening will showcase powerful, thought-provoking poetry that reflects the richness and diversity of San Diego’s literary community, inviting attendees of all backgrounds to connect through the art of spoken word.
Whether you’re a longtime poetry lover or simply curious, this welcoming event offers a chance to be inspired, challenged, and reminded that poetry is for everyone.
Photo by Victor / Pexels

Mobile Blood Drive at Hotel del Coronado
2026-04-15 11:00 - 16:30 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The community is invited to “keep the magic alive” for hospital patients this month by donating blood. As a special thank-you, all donors receive an exclusive Disney Goofy T-shirt while sizes and supplies last.
The T-shirt is available April 1 – 30, 2026 at all San Diego Blood Bank blood drives and donor centers throughout San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and Imperial Counties.
On Wednesday, April 15, a mobile drive will be held at the Hotel del Coronado, parking lot, 1500 Orange Ave.

Building and Maintaining Strong Bones, A free community presentation
2026-04-16 14:00 - 15:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The John D. Spreckels Center is pleased to host an upcoming health presentation in partnership with Sharp Coronado Hospital on Thursday, April 16 from 2 to 3 pm at the John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street.
This free presentation is open to the public and offers valuable insights into maintaining strong, healthy bones as you age.
During this session, attendees will hear from the Sharp Coronado Manager of Radiology, the Manager of the Sewall Healthy Living Center, and other knowledgeable experts.
The presentation will cover:

Practical tips for maintaining bone strength
Strategies for preventing osteoporosis
Ways to stay active and independent
The importance of bone health screenings, including DEXA scans available at Sharp Coronado
Supportive services designed to promote long-term wellness

Whether you’re looking to stay proactive about your health or learn more about bone care, this informative session is a great opportunity to connect with experts and gain useful knowledge.
For more information or to register go to coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call 619-522-7343 or stop by 1019 Seventh Street.

Coronado’s 2026 brochure release party
2026-04-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The countdown to summer starts now. Join Recreation and Golf Services for its first-ever Summer Brochure 2026 Release Party on Friday, April 17 from 3 to 5 pm at the Coronado Community Center. This free, family-friendly event offers an exclusive sneak peek at the exciting programs, camps, and activities planned for summer 2026.
Explore hands-on activities, enjoy fun giveaways, and mingle with summer staff who are ready to answer your questions and help you get a head start on registration. Be among the first to flip through the hot-off-the-press summer brochure and start planning unforgettable experiences for the whole family.
Call 619-522-7342 for more details.

Free community concert: CPO Woodwind Quintet
2026-04-17 18:30 - 22:30 | St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 700 D Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Enjoy the Coronado Philharmonia Orchestra’s Free Community Concert Series

CPO Woodwind Quintet

Performing: Amy Beach, Valerie Coleman, among other composers.

Movies on the Beach: "Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl" (2003)
2026-04-17 20:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Snuggle up on Del Beach for favorite family movies and cult classics in a theater under the stars. Guests can cuddle up around a private bonfire with s’mores and relax in a beach daybed or enjoy seating in Del Beach sand chairs.

General Admission:
Enjoy the movie from a comfortable Del Beach sand chair.
Roast Family Movie Package:
Including sand chairs, a beach bonfire, s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Roast Bonfire Package with Beach Daybed:
Including a Del Beach daybed, sand chairs, a beach bonfire, unlimited s’mores, and tickets for up to six people.
Upcoming Schedule:
Friday, April 17 – 8:00PM
Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
Saturday, April 18 – 8:00PM
50 First Dates (2004)
Friday, April 24 – 8:00PM
Mean Girls (2004)
Saturday, April 25 – 8:00PM
Clueless (1995)
Friday, May 1 – 8:00PM
Forrest Gump (1994)

Coronado Flower Show, 104th annual event
2026-04-18 - 2026-04-19 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
This year’s theme is Welcome to the Jungle 🐒🦜🪻
Saturday, April 18, 1 – 5 pm
Sunday, April 19, 10 am – 4 pm
Since 1922, the Coronado Flower Show has brought our community together beneath the tent to celebrate beauty, tradition, and the joy of things grown by hand.
In 2026, we turn the page to a bolder chapter — Welcome to the Jungle. This year’s show invites visitors to step off the garden path and into a lush, immersive world where color, texture, light, and shadow run wild, blending the familiar with the unexpected.
Rooted in more than a century of heritage and alive with new inspiration, the Coronado Flower Show continues to grow—beautifully, creatively, and together.
Each year our show is made possible by the generous involvement of our community. From designing an arrangement, to bringing in yard clippings, to greeting guests and classifying plants, the possibilities for involvement are as diverse as a great garden. Click here to learn more about ways to become a part of the time-honored tradition.
Learn more here

Mobile Blood Drive "In Memory of Amy"
2026-04-18 09:00 - 14:30 | Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The community is invited to “keep the magic alive” for hospital patients this month by donating blood. As a special thank-you, all donors receive an exclusive Disney Goofy T-shirt while sizes and supplies last.
The T-shirt is available April 1 – 30, 2026 at all San Diego Blood Bank blood drives and donor centers throughout San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and Imperial Counties.
On Saturday, April 18 , a mobile drive will be held “In Memory of Amy” near Spreckels Park, parked on Orange Ave.

The Friends’ 54th annual Spring Book Fair
2026-04-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Friends of the Coronado Public Library (Friends) 54th Annual Spring Book Fair will be held on Saturday, April 18, from 10 am to 4 pm, outside the Coronado Public Library.
This community tradition, held alongside the Coronado Flower Show, allows book lovers, families, and neighbors alike to browse thousands of books at exceptional prices, from bestsellers and hidden gems to children’s favorites and timeless classics. Visitors can also discover even more titles at the Honor Shop inside the library lobby and the Friends Bookstore, along with popular pre-loved books and ready-to-give gift items — perfect for any occasion.
Photo Credit: Jena WIllard for the Friends
