Coronado Times

San Diego Shakespeare Society Staged Reading: As You Like It (Part II)
2024-10-15 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Every third Tuesday evening of the month at 6:30 p.m., at the Coronado Public Library, the San Diego Shakespeare Society holds FREE open readings of the plays, where all are encouraged to join and participate.

FILM FORUM CORONADO: "In the Palm of Your Hand"
2024-10-16 18:00 - 20:45 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Public Library, in partnership with the Coronado Island Film Festival, presents FILM FORUM CORONADO, taking place the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the library’s Winn Room. Film expert Ralph DeLauro provides a brief introduction to each film and leads a discussion afterwards, often including pointers about how lighting or camera angles contribute to a scene’s mood or propel the story.

October 16: In the Palm of Your Hand (1951, Not Rated, 112 min, Spanish with English subtitles)
Roberto Galvadon directed this entrancingly sensuous drama of deception, seduction and murder. A fraudulent clairvoyant (Arturo de Córdova) uses the secrets of his female clients to blackmail them, while being a pawn in the higher game played by a treacherous widow (Leticia Palma).

Armchair Travel Presents: Mike on a Bike – Across the U.S. in 83 Days
2024-10-16 18:30 - 20:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join us for an inspiring evening as Mike Di Blasi shares his journey crossing the U.S. on a bicycle, from Astoria, Oregon to Rehoboth, Delaware. With more determination than experience, Mike will recount his 4,200-mile adventure, filled with both challenges and triumphs, as he pedaled his way to health and happiness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired by Mike’s spirit of adventure and resilience!
Reserve your spot today! Registration is $6 for Coronado residents and $8 for nonresidents in advance, or $8 at the door. Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged. To secure your spot or for more information, visit www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec, call (619) 522-7343, or visit the front desk at 1019 Seventh Street.
Get ready for an unforgettable journey across America!

Autumn Concert Series: Kimmi Bitter
2024-10-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Library’s Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 6 to October 25. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On October 18 we welcome Kimmi Bitter who is taking the country music scene by storm and won the Song of the Year at the 2024 San Diego Music Awards.

“The future of classic country is Kimmi Bitter,” as Saving Country Music boldly states. Driven by a hyper-obsession for the 1960s, Kimmi Bitter and the Westside Twang create a captivating soundscape that blends golden-era Countrypolitan with psychedelic twangs and a mod flair.
Creating a buzz from her grassroots efforts and vigorous touring, her debut album “Old School” hit the ground running in 2024 landing on the Top 25 Americana Album Radio Chart and has garnered three separate song nominations to date. Tracks like the tear-jerking ballad “My Grass is Blue” have grown comparisons of time when Patsy Cline and The Jordanaires overtook the radio waves. Saving Country Music called it “solid country gold,” nominating it for Single of the Year alongside the likes of Charley Crockett and Sierra Ferrell. Though driving her career independently, she is no stranger to building her accolades.
“Aquamarine” took home Song of the Year at the 2024 San Diego Music Awards alongside fellow nominees Jason Mraz, P.O.D., Slightly Stoopid, and Thee Sacred Souls. Additionally, her breakout album skyrocketed to #1 on the Alt. Country Specialty Charts for four consecutive weeks. She’s a San Diego Music Award winner for Best Country/Americana Artist, with “My Grass is Blue” snagging another Song of the Year nod in 2023. Regarding her live performance, she was notably coined one of the “biggest musical takeaways” at Nashville’s most recent Americanafest.

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Harvest Hoedown 2024
2024-10-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Village Elementary School, 600 6th Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The Coronado Village Elementary PTO and Ashlee Hayden Photography is fixin’ to resurrect our fall fundraiser and community event, the Harvest Hoedown on October 18, 2024 at Village Elementary School, 4-7pm.

The Harvest Hoedown was put out to pasture during Covid but it is high time we bring back this town favorite for the 28th year with a big YEE-HAW! Join us for an afternoon filled with carnival games, prizes, line dancing, crafts, specialty booths, a pumpkin patch, photo booth, petting zoo, cake walk, tasty food, refreshing drinks and so much more!
This event is open to not only our Village students and families, but to the ENTIRE Coronado community. With the support of our amazing sponsors and both student and parent volunteers, we have created a fun, safe and cost considerate opportunity for you and your family to experience the magic of this community.
Get your tickets early as Early Bird pricing runs through Oct. 15 with Family Packages (admission for ENTIRE family and 30 game tickets) starting at $30 dollars. More information and a link to purchase tickets online is available at VillagePTO.org. Proceeds from this event benefit Village PTO.
So saddle up and mosey on over to Village Elementary School on Friday, October 18 from 4 to 7 pm. Western attire is encouraged. See y’all there or be square!

Dig Pink: Fundraiser for Metastatic Breast Cancer
2024-10-18 16:00 - 20:00 | Coronado High School Gym, 801 7th Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Mark your calendars for October 18 for a fun-filled evening to support a worthy cause! The Coronado High School girls volleyball teams have planned an incredible lineup to fundraise for research for women battling breast cancer. Attend any time from 4 to 8 pm in the Coronado High School gym and 7th street parking lot for a night of games, food, and community spirit.
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Spoilers Book Club: The Mist by Stephen King
2024-10-19 14:00 - 17:45 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Spoilers Book Club
The Spoilers Book Club reads books that are turned into movies. We read the book and get together to watch the film. We compare the two and discuss what we did and didn’t like.
Event Details

In the wake of a summer storm, terror descends…David Drayton, his son Billy, and their neighbor Brent Norton join dozens of others and head to the local grocery store to replenish supplies following a freak storm. Once there, they become trapped by a strange mist that has enveloped the town. As the confinement takes its toll on their nerves, a religious zealot, Mrs. Carmody, begins to play on their fears to convince them that this is God’s vengeance for their sins. She insists a sacrifice must be made and two groups—those for and those against—are aligned. Clearly, staying in the store may prove fatal, and the Draytons, along with store employee Ollie Weeks, Amanda Dumfries, Irene Reppler, and Dan Miller, attempt to make their escape. But what’s out there may be worse than what they left behind.
This exhilarating novella explores the horror in both the enemy you know—and the one you can only imagine.
The Mist (Rated R)
2007
2h 6m

Oktoberfest Concert with The Beer Mugs
2024-10-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate Oktoberfest with Coronado’s own Bavarian band, The Beer Mugs! The band plays authentic Bavarian polkas and waltzes using the traditional instrumentation of two clarinets, a trumpet, a trombone, and a tuba.
Oktoberfest is the world’s largest Volksfest (“people’s festival”). It is held annually in Munich, Bavaria, running from late September through the first Sunday in October. The festival features music, dancing, and beer drinking. The Beer Mugs will intersperse tunes with interesting facts about Oktoberfest when they perform at the Coronado Public Library.

Fall Flute Recital - San Diego Flute Guild
2024-10-27 14:30 - 16:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
The San Diego Flute Guild invites the public to their Fall Member’s Recital on Sunday, October 27 at 2:30 p.m. in the Winn Room at Coronado Public Library. Repertoire performed will include “Summerland” by William Grant Still, Loeillet’s “Adagio and Allegro from Sonata #1,” “Comic Duet for Two Cats” by Rossini, and many more. Recital will conclude with light refreshments and a chance to socialize with your fellow music lovers.
The San Diego Flute Guild is a volunteer organization. They are dedicated to supporting and encouraging the growth and development of flutists of all ages and levels of ability by providing opportunities for education, performance, social interaction and advancement of pedagogy to our membership and to the San Diego flute and music community at large.

Breakthrough Theatre: The Best Musical Revue 2024
2024-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
THE BEST MUSICAL REVUE 2024
Directed by Ira Bauer-Spector & Catherine Caldwell
Music Directed by Patrick Marion

Breakthrough Workshop Theatre, now in its 12th Season, will continue its tradition of musical concerts with The Best Musical Revue 2024. Bringing together the timeless melodies and captivating stories of Broadway’s most beloved productions, this one-night-only performance will showcase an array of unforgettable songs exclusively from shows that have received the coveted Tony Award for Best Musical. Exploring decades of Broadway history from classic masterpieces to contemporary sensations, Breakthrough Artists will have the opportunity to celebrate the diversity and innovation of the Broadway musical, showcasing the unparalleled craftsmanship of composers, lyricists, and performers who have graced the Tony stage.
Free tickets can be reserved here. Tickets are not required.
This “BWT in Concert” presentation is being presented free of charge for one performance only, and is co-sponsored by Coronado Public Library. More information about BWT can be found at www.breakthroughworkshop.org or by following @breakthroughworkshop on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

CIFF Celebrates Halloween with "Young Frankenstein"
2024-10-30 17:00 - 19:30 | Village Theatre, 820 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Ready for a break from the ever-constant and, oh so brutal election-year vitriol? Well, CIFF has a welcome treat for us all with a screening of the 1974 comedy horror spoof, Mel Brooks’ “Young Frankenstein,” on Wed., October 30, at Coronado’s Village Theatre, 820 Orange Avenue.
Presented by Coronado Island Film Festival as part of the popular monthly Classic Film Series, doors open at 5 pm for a Meet and Greet with complimentary libations, followed by a vintage cartoon and the feature presentation at 5:30. Tickets are $15 and are available at coronadofilmfest.com.
Halloween costumes are encouraged.

The film, a parody of the classic horror films of the 1930s and ’40s, is directed by Brooks and written by Brooks and his friend and frequent collaborator, Gene Wilder, who plays the title character. Also starring are Peter Boyle as the monster, Terry Garr, Cloris Leachman, Marty Feldman, Madeline Kahn, Kenneth Mars, Richard Haydn, and Gene Hackman, in a hilarious turn as the Blind Hermit.
Cloris Leachman is her usual fearless self as the intimidating housekeeper Frau Blücher. Those who attended the CIFF Leonard Maltin Celebrity Tribute Award Gala at the Del in 2019 will never forget her as she accepted that year’s Legacy Award, bringing down the house by climbing onto a stunned Leonard Maltin’s lap! That may have been one of her last public appearances before her death in 2021 at age 94.
At Brooks’ insistence (and a firm stand with the studio, who wanted color), “Young Frankenstein” is shot entirely in black and white for vintage authenticity. To make his point, he changed studios from Columbia to 20th Century Fox.
This is a cast of very funny people who obviously “got” Brooks’ brand of comic genius and had great fun working together. Many of the lines are ad-libbed (and left in) and scenes regularly required extra takes because the cast and crew repeatedly cracked up.
Mel Brooks, still active at age 98, considers this the best film he ever directed. It so happens this is the second Brooks film CIFF has screened in this year’s Classic Series (remember “Blazing Saddles” in June?), deemed appropriate because both movies were released in the same year (1974), fifty years ago.
Tickets are available at coronadofilmfest.com. And, while you’re at it, CIFF 2024 badges and individual tickets are now available for our 9th annual festival, Wed. Nov. 6 – Sun. Nov. 10.

Corazon de Vida’s 2024 Noche de Gala
2024-11-02 17:00 | Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa, 2000 2nd St, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Noche de Gala, Corazon de Vida’s flagship fundraising event in San Diego is scheduled for Saturday, November 2, 2024. It will be hosted at the recently renovated Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa at 5 pm. The oceanfront event will feature the Day of the Dead, a traditional Mexican holiday. Up to 400 guests are expected along with tasting vendors and live entertainment. The foundation is celebrating its 30th Anniversary.
Corazon de Vida Foundation, an organization that supports orphaned and abandoned children in Baja announced that the award winning company, TCWGlobal, joined its Noche de Gala 2024 event as a title sponsor.
Noche de Gala’s event page

“The addition of TCWGlobal as title sponsor of our Noche de Gala event and their commitment as a Mission Partner will help us provide stability and support for the orphanages and children,” says Corazon de Vida Founder, Hilda Pacheco-Taylor.
“Making a difference is at the heart of what we do at TCWGlobal. Each year, we pledge to donate a portion of our profits to non-profit organizations. We are especially pleased to know that our support makes a marked difference in the lives of the children of Corazon de Vida.” Said CEO and Founder of TCW Global, Samer Khouli.
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Free Veterans Day Tribute Concert
2024-11-11 19:00 | Granzer Hall, CMS, 550 F Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate our nation and the men and women who keep it safe at the second annual Veterans Day Tribute Concert on Monday, November 11, 7 pm, at Coronado Middle School’s Granzer Hall, 550 F Ave. Admission is free, though donations are appreciated.
The Coronado Concert Band, directed by Frederick Lee, along with the Crown City Chorale and Musica Vitale, both directed by Elena Vizuet, will present a stirring selection of patriotic music in honor of Veterans Day, along with the reminiscences of individual veteran-musicians.
The most memorable part of the evening will be the performance of the service songs from each branch of the military. The audience is invited to sing along in recognition of those who have served, in wartime or peacetime.
Bring the whole family and enjoy the musical collaboration of three Coronado musical ensembles while honoring our veterans. See you there!

Karaoke Night
2024-11-14 17:00 - 18:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Step Back in Time at the John D. Spreckels Center Karaoke Night!
Get ready to travel back to the fabulous ’50s at our upcoming Karaoke Night at the John D. Spreckels Center on November 14 from 5 to 6 pm! Immerse yourself in an evening filled with classic tunes, retro vibes, and unforgettable performances that celebrate the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll.
Join us in the lively Grand Room, where you can showcase your vocal talents or simply enjoy the show. Whether you choose to grab the mic and belt out iconic hits or relax with themed snacks and drinks, the atmosphere will be buzzing with nostalgia.
Don’t forget to dress to impress in your best ’50s attire — think poodle skirts, leather jackets, and greased-back hair! The performer who steals the show will walk away with a special prize, adding an extra layer of excitement to the night.
The fun kicks off promptly at 5 pm, so arrive ready to shine! Registration is $5 for residents, $7 for non-residents, or $7 at the door. To ensure your spot, be sure to register in advance. You can sign up by visiting www.coronado.ca.us/civicrec, calling 619-522-7343, or stopping by the front desk at 1019 Seventh St.
Mark your calendars, gather your friends, and prepare for a rockin’ evening filled with music, laughter, and memories at the John D. Spreckels Center’s Karaoke Night!
Graphic: The Coronado Times / Canva

Palette and Palate
2024-11-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Community members are invited to join Coronado School of the Arts (CoSA) at the Coronado Ferry Landing for an evening of amazing art, mesmerizing music, fantastic food and delectable drinks. It’s the first annual Palette and Palate, a progressive dinner to benefit CoSA! It’s all happening on Thursday, November 14 from 5 to 8 pm.
Tickets are $75 each and can be purchased at this link.
The event, which is organized by the CoSA Foundation in conjunction with the City of Coronado and the Coronado Cultural Arts Commission, features drinks, appetizers, dinner and desserts from VomFASS, Spiro’s Gyros, Lil’ Piggies, Cold Stone Creamery and Coronado Coffee Company. Guests will enjoy everything from limoncello shooters and spanakopita to BBQ and ice cream.

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Frozen Jr.
2024-11-14 19:00, 2024-11-15 19:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join Islander Youth Theatre, CoSA Foundation and Playground Players Productions for a magical evening of singing, dancing and winter fun as our talented young performers bring the beloved Disney story, Frozen Jr, to life. More than 50 student artists from TK to eighth grade will take their musical theatre talents to the stage on Thursday, November 14 and Friday, November 15 at 7pm.
Tickets are available for purchase at this link or at the door.

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CSF Gala: New York, New York
2024-11-16 17:00 - 23:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Get ready to step into the spotlight for a night of New York magic! The Coronado Schools Foundation will host its much-anticipated Annual Gala on November 16 at the Hotel del Coronado. This year, CSF is bringing the city that never sleeps right here to Coronado, embracing the theme of “New York, New York: A Night Out in the Big Apple,” all to support Coronado’s public schools.

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A New York Night to Remember: Join CSF at the Annual Gala on November 16

Scrabble Night at the Spreckels Center
2024-11-21 17:00 - 18:00 | John D. Spreckels Center, 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
If you enjoy playing Scrabble, join us for a fun-filled Scrabble Night at the John D. Spreckels Center! Our next open-play Scrabble night will be held on Thursday, November 21, from 5 to 6 PM.
Scrabble is an excellent “brain game” that fosters flexible and creative thinking, making it perfect for wordplay enthusiasts. It’s also a friendly and sociable game where players can share their thoughts and strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned Scrabble player or just play casually, everyone is welcome to attend.
Come challenge your mind and enjoy a game of Scrabble!
For questions, please call the John D. Spreckels Center at 619-522-7343.

Comedy for a Cause
2024-11-21 19:00 | Shore Duty, 126 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
SOLD OUT and in Wait List status

Beyond the Teams, a local nonprofit, is holding their fundraiser, Comedy for a Cause, at Shore Duty on Orange Ave. in Coronado, November 21 at 7 pm. The idea for a local comedy fundraiser came from Beyond the Teams’ Ambassador and former Navy SEAL, David Charbonnet, who thought this would be a fun way to raise money for a great cause.
Tickets to the event can be purchased on the Eventbrite website. The event is limited to 100 tickets and all the money from the tickets goes directly to the charity as the comedians are performing pro-bono.
Comedy for a Cause poster, photo provided by Heidi Iverson
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Autumn Sonata Concert: Ines Irawati
2024-11-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join us for an afternoon of classical piano, featuring Ines Irawati. Experience her expressive depth and technical brilliance as she performs timeless pieces by composers like Chopin, Beethoven, and Liszt.

About Ines
Indonesian-born pianist Ines Irawati is in demand as a solo recitalist, a collaborative pianist, and a vocal coach. Her recent engagements include performances for TEDxSan Diego at Copley Symphony Hall, the Art of Élan, Musikamar chamber concerts, concerts in Centro Cultural Tijuana, and performances all over Southern California. She is a member of the Hidden Valley Virtuosi and a founding member of the acclaimed Aviara Trio, a piano trio described as the “highest level of instrumental perfection, intensity, passion, and expression.” She has collaborated with many other esteemed chamber musicians such as violinist Cindy Wu, cellist Sophie Webber, double-bassist Jeremy Kurtz-Harris, Strings of the West, and the Hyperion String Quartet. She founded MusiKamar, a music series which brings exquisite chamber music performances into smaller and intimate spaces. Ms. Irawati has served as the musical and artistic director of San Diego Opera Young Artist Training Program, where she curated the company’s outreach concert series, Opera Exposed!, and its production of Little Red Riding Hood, a children’s opera by Seymour Barab. She has been involved in multiple projects with Bodhi Tree Concerts, including as the music director for the San Diego premiere of two chamber operas, Aftermath by Nicolas Reveles and Autumn Valentine by Ricky Ian Gordon.
Ms. Irawati studied at Cleveland Institute of Music with Olga Radoslavjevich, and at Yale University where she studied with Claude Frank, Peter Frankl and Kikuei Ikeda of the Tokyo String Quartet. She lives in San Diego with her husband, two children and their two dogs.

Billy Wilder’s "The Apartment" - CIFF Classic Film
2024-11-27 17:00 | Village Theatre, 820 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Island Film Festival and the creative mind of the great Billy Wilder (“Some Like it Hot”) have just made your Thanksgiving holiday a little bit racy and a lot more fun.
The 1960 romantic comedy-drama “The Apartment” will come to Coronado’s Village Theatre on Wed., November 30 (the night before Thanksgiving).
Produced, directed and written (with I.A.L. Diamond) by Wilder and nominated for ten Academy Awards (winner of five), the film is part of CIFF’s monthly Classic Film Series. Doors will open at 5 pm for a Meet and Greet with complimentary libations, followed by a vintage cartoon and the feature presentation at 5:30. Tickets are $15 and are available at coronadofilmfest.com.

Following the success of 1958’s “Some Like it Hot,” Wilder was eager to work again with actor Jack Lemmon, whom he compared to the brilliant Charlie Chaplin and thought could do no wrong. The film also stars Shirley MacLaine, Fred MacMurray, and Jack Kruschen. The film won Best Picture, Best Director (Wilder), and Best Screenplay (Wilder and I.A.L Diamond). Lemmon and MacLaine were nominated for Best Actor and Actress, and Kruschen, who plays Lemmon’s doctor neighbor, for Best Supporting Actor. Both Lemmon and MacLaine won Golden Globes for their performances.
Austria/ Hungarian-born Wilder and the Romanian-born Diamond enjoyed a thirty-year collaboration, including the1958 “Some Like it Hot.” The two managed to combine witty dialogue with sexual situations, exploring male-female relationships with the right mix of satire, humor, and sentiment without ever becoming sleazy or cliché.
“The Apartment” tells the story of lonely bachelor insurance clerk C.C. “Bud” Baxter (Lemmon) attempting to curry favor and climb the corporate ladder by allowing his married superiors to use his Upper West Side apartment for their illicit romantic liaisons. Meantime, Baxter falls for the building’s elevator operator Fran Kubelik (MacLaine), who, as it turns out, is having an affair with Baxter’s boss. Oh dear.
In the hands of any other director, this could have been yet another wacky rom-com with some sex thrown in, but Wilder has given these characters depth and humanity, and his cast more than rises to the occasion. Prepare to enjoy brilliant writing, directing, and spot-on, Oscar-worthy performances, all on Village Theatre’s big screen. There’s no experience quite like it.

Beer by the Bay
2024-11-30 13:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Eat, drink, and enjoy live music on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at Coronado’s craft beer festival.
Tickets are now on sale for Beer By The Bay 2024. It’s a fun filled day of beer and wine tasting all while supporting our military and local community. Learn more at www.beerbythebay.com.
There’s a new look, a new date, and a new team – The Coronado Marine Corps League with help from VFW Post 2422’s Auxiliary and friends at the Island Beer Club. Learn more at www.beerbythebay.com.
In addition to Coronado’s own “Surfin’ Santa, Toys for Tots boxes will be set up throughout the venue. Please bring a toy or two for local San Diego kids who might otherwise go without this Christmas.

Hotel del Coronado Holiday Festival
2024-12-04 14:30 - 22:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Image Courtesy of Hotel del Coronado
The Del is kicking off the holiday season at its annual Holiday Festival with the local community. In a magnificent spectacle, Santa will skydive in to join the festivities. This community event also includes performances by Coronado school children, Skating by the Sea®, and a fireworks show.
Learn more about The Del’s holiday events here.
Schedule of Events
Coronado school performances
Crown Room | 2:30-4 pm
Join Coronado schools as they sing holiday favorites and spread holiday cheer.
Sacred Heart School Performances, 2:30-3:15 pm. Coronado School Performances 3:15-4 pm.
Skating by the Sea
Windsor Lawn | 4-10 pm
Take an ice skating adventure on San Diego’s only beachfront ice rink.
Skydiving Santa
Del Beach | 4:30pm
Surprise and delight your little ones as Santa skydives onto Del Beach to join them for the Holiday Festival.
Photos with Santa
Southpointe Lawn | 5-8pm
Santa Express Passes will be distributed to minimize lines and allow families to enjoy the holiday activities. No online reservations for this date.
“All that Jazz” Lightshow Spectacular
Founders Lawn | 5-9 pm
Experience the magic as The Del’s historic pine trees are draped in a spectacular light show with festive holiday jazz music and snow flurries. Show takes place every 30 minutes.
Fireworks Show
Del Beach | 6:45 pm
Look to the skies over Del Beach for a dazzling fireworks display to celebrate the season.
Holiday Festival event times are weather permitting and may be subject to change.

FILM FORUM CORONADO: "The Russian Question"
2024-12-04 18:00 - 20:45 | Coronado Library Winn Room, 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Public Library, in partnership with the Coronado Island Film Festival, presents FILM FORUM CORONADO, taking place the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the library’s Winn Room. Film expert Ralph DeLauro provides a brief introduction to each film and leads a discussion afterwards, often including pointers about how lighting or camera angles contribute to a scene’s mood or propel the story.

December 4: The Russian Question (1948, Not Rated, 91 min, Russian with English subtitles)
Renowned director Mikhail Romm’s controversial, rarely screened feature throws audiences back to the dawn of the Cold War when a natural affinity between two nations had been corrupted by American yellow journalism and the power of capitalist money. An honest journalist struggles with his conscience when he is forced to write a scaremongering report about Soviet belligerent and expansionist intentions in order to further a campaign of propaganda undertaken by American media and conservative elites.

"A Very Special Christmas Tree" Performance
2024-12-05 19:00 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Thanks to wonderful and generous sponsors, a free performance of A Very Special Christmas Tree will be held on Thursday, December 5 at 7 p.m.
This 50 minute performance based on the children’s picture book is expressly created for little ones and places an emphasis on kindness, sharing, and self-worth. Coronado High School Principal Ms. Karin Mellina will perform as narrator.
The show is a lovely reminder of the importance of giving during the holiday season.
Synopsis:
Deep in the forest where the fairies dwell, a little pine tree grows among her lush and lofty neighbors. Her branches droop, her needles are sparse, and every other tree towers above her. Her greatest wish is to grow taller and stronger, so she will be chosen to stand in a special place for the Christmas season.
After every other tree finds a glorious home for the holiday, the little tree is disappointed to find where she has been taken.
But with the help of a kind man and a wise angel, the little tree discovers the true spirit of Christmas, and that her greatest wish has come true.

Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
2024-12-06 18:00 | CA
Family-friendly fun for everyone during the annual parade and tree and menorah lighting.
The parade starts at 6 pm and moves along Orange Avenue beginning at 7th Street and loops around at RH Dana & Adella. The tree and menorah lighting follows the parade, which is made possible through a community partnership between the City of Coronado and Discover Coronado.

Holland's 100 Year Anniversary Celebration
2024-12-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Holland’s Bicycles, 977 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate 100 years with Holland’s Bicycles on Dec. 7 from 4 to 6 pm at 977 Orange Ave.
Enjoy music, pizza, drinks, and enter into a FREE raffle to win an Electra Townie Go! 5i valued at $2,900 and more prizes!

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Student Classic Film Series -"Christmas In Connecticut"
2024-12-08 13:00 - 15:30 | Coronado Library Winn Room, 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Movie lovers of all ages are invited to attend a special screening of Christmas in Connecticut, Warner Brothers delightful 1945 holiday screwball romantic comedy. This Christmas Classic features Barbara Stanwyck in one of her most beloved comedic roles starring opposite one of Warner Brothers stalwart romantic leading men, Dennis Morgan.
The event will take place on Sunday, Dec. 8 from 1 to 3:30 pm in the Winn Room of the Coronado Public Library. It is free and open to the public.
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Coronado Island Film Festival Kicks Off 2025 Student Classic Film Series With “Christmas In Connecticut”

San Diego Bay Parade of Lights
2024-12-08 17:30 - 20:00 | San Diego Bay, 200 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
San Diego Bay Parade of Lights. Photo courtesy of Marv Sloben Photography.
The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is a time-honored holiday tradition brought to San Diego by the boating community. Continuing its long-standing San Diego tradition, the 54th annual parade promises to dazzle and entertain bayfront crowds during two evenings in 2024: December 8 and December 15. Participants in this year’s holiday boat parade will decorate their boats to fit this year’s theme: Peace on Earth.
The parade of lights brings more than 100,000 San Diego residents and visitors to the shores of San Diego Bay each year. The procession of approximately 80 lavishly decorated boats has become one of the most iconic events in the region. There is no cost to view the parade.
San Diego Bay Parade of Lights. Photo courtesy of Marv Sloben Photography.
This year, for the sixth time, the parade will proceed to the pier at Cesar Chavez Park before making the turn to Coronado, giving spectators another area to view the parade.
The procession will start at 5:30 p.m. and will follow the predetermined parade route.
The parade takes approximately one hour to one and a half hours to pass any given point along the parade route. The approximate arrival time of the parade at various locations are:

Shelter Island (start of parade) 5:30 p.m.
Harbor Island 6:15 p.m.
The Embarcadero 6:45 p.m.
Seaport Village 7:15 p.m.
The Pier at Cesar Chavez Park 7:30 p.m.
Ferry Landing on Coronado 7:45 p.m.
