Here are some of the best things to do this weekend in San Diego from Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 2.
Friday
StokerCon: The Horror Writers Association is hosting its annual convention for horror genre authors in San Diego this weekend. Fans can meet their favorite authors at a mass g event featuring more than 100 authors tonight. There’s also a special day for librarians, Horror University workshops on writing, a short film competition and other events. Friday through Sunday. Author g from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. Friday. Free for the author g. Costs vary for various events, s and workshops. San Diego Marriot Mission Valley, 8757 Rio San Diego Drive, San Diego. stokercon2024.com
World premiere musical ‘Pásale Pásale’: TuYo Theatre presents the world premiere of 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. Conceived and directed by Maria Patrice Amon, it was first presented in an outdoor workshop production at La Jolla Playhouse’s Without Walls Festival in April. 6:30 and 8 p.m. Friday, Saturday and June 6-8, 13-15, 20-22; 3 p.m. Sundays. Through June 30. Performances tonight through June 23 at Bayfront Charter School, 830 Bay Blvd. Chula Vista. Performances June 27-31 at National City Chamber of Commerce, 901 National City Blvd., National City. $25-$30. tuyotheatre.org
“Truth in Comedy”: Comedian Byron Stamps present this nationally touring show where three storytellers perform a story, and each is followed by a standup comedian who interprets their story for laughs. Then at the endof the night, a visual artist creates live art to bring everything together. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tenth Avenue Arts Center, 930 Tenth Ave., San Diego. $20-$25. truthincomedy.com
‘Legally Blonde’: San Diego Musical Theatre presents this comedy musical inspired by the 2001 film about a brainy L.A. sorority girl who follows her heart to Harvard Law School. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 2 and 7 p.m.. Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Through June 2. 650 Mercury St., Kearny Mesa. $30-$70. (858) 560-5740, sdmt.org
BalletCenter Studios presents “The Little Mermaid Ballet”: Choreographer Trystan Merrick and Michelle Bartolomei created this student ballet with music from “Le Corsaire.” 7 p.m. Friday. 1 and 5 p.m. Saturday. Kroc Theatre, 6611 University Ave., San Diego. $30-$60. balletcenterstudios.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, and their efforts to navigate an unforgiving society. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Through June 16. Legler-Benbough Theatre, Alliant International University, , 9783 Avenue of Nations, San Diego. $29-$49. (858) 395-0573, scrippsranchtheatre.org
‘Devil in a Box’: OnStage Playhouse presents the world premiere of Tori Rice’s drama exploring issues of addiction, love and resilience with humor and depth. 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays. 5 p.m. Sundays. Through June 9. 291 Third Ave., Chula Vista. $20-$25. onstageplayhouse.org
‘Dr. Seuss: The Spark of an Icon’ on display in Gaslamp Quarter: EC Gallery is presenting a never-before-exhibited collection of famed La Jolla author-illustrator Ted “Dr. Seuss” Geisel’s original concept drawings for some of his most famous books. The colored pencil sketches and personal photographs will be shown, along with copies of his most popular books. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday through Thursday. 621 Fifth Ave., downtown. (800) 599-7111, ecgallery.com
‘TL;DR: Thelma Louise; Dyke Remix’: Diversionary Theatre presents this world premiere rock musical that imagines a queer happily ever after for the doomed main characters in the film “Thelma & Louise.” 7 p.m. Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Through June 9. Diversionary Theatre, 4545 Park Blvd., University Heights. $26.50-$41.50. (619) 220-0097, diversionary.org
Saturday
Summer Reading Kickoff Party: The San Diego Library’s summer reading program is back and a kickoff party will be held with a cultural performance, refreshments and crafts. Attendees also can sign up for the summer reading program, which encourages reading and rewards with prizes. Summer reading begins June 1 and lasts through Aug. 31. 3:30 to 5 p.m. College-Rolando Library, 6600 Montezuma Road, San Diego. sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/summer-reading-kickoff-party-359658
Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series: Get ready for runners to overtake central San Diego, as the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series will host a marathon, a half marathon and 5K races this weekend. The 5K is on Saturday followed by the half and full marathon races on Sunday. Runner will hear the sounds of bands and musical performers, including Saved by the 90s, a No Doubt tribute band and other DJs and bands, along with organic and entertainment from locals along the course cheering them on. 7 a.m. Saturday, 6:15 a.m. Sunday. See course locations online. runrocknroll.com/san-diego
North Park Music Festival: Headlined by Fantastic Negrito, Particle Kid, Louis XIV and Ty Segall, this music festival comprises live performances from California-based bands and artists, a food festival and an art gallery all in the heart of North Park. Visitors can expect a range of food vendors and plenty of local beer. 4 to 10 p.m. Friday; noon to 10 pm. Saturday. North Park Mini Park. $45 for a single day , $60 for both days. northparkmusicfest.org
Valley Center Western Days: For almost 75 years, this western heritage celebration has been celebrated in Valley Center. It kicks off tonight with live music from the Harmony Grove Band, a food and beer garden, a chili cook-off and music from headliner Sazon Tumbao Band. On Saturday, there’s a pancake feed at Old Town Center from 7 to 10 a.m., followed by a parade along Valley Center Road from 10 a.m. to noon. The day continues with a car show, a pie-eating contest, awards, more performances and line dancing. 4 p.m. Friday; 7 a.m. Saturday. 28305 Lilac Road,Valley Center. westerndays.org
Sacra/Profana: ‘A Space to Belong’: This innovative and captivating chorus will present the world premiere of native San Diego composer Cory Hibbs’ “Queer Spaces.” The multi-movement choral work draws from personal narratives of the composer, choir and of the queer community exploring the significance of safe spaces to the survival of any marginalized community. The other works also explore themes of identity and belonging. 7 p.m. Saturday. St. Paulʼs Episcopal Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave., Bankers Hill. $10-$35. (619) 432-2920, sacraprofana.org
Pride by the Beach: This North County celebration of Pride features live performances, food, education, and resource and retail vendors, including San Diego Women’s Chorus, San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, Earth and Clay Collective, City of Vista, Blenders Eyewear and more. noon to 6 p.m. Pier View Way between North Ditmar Street and Coast Highway in Oceanside. Free. pridebythebeach.org
Killer Dueling Pianos: Lakehouse Resort will end its Live at the Lake concert series with a performance by Killer Dueling Pianos. 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday. Lakehouse Resort, 1105 La Bonita Drive, San Marcos. $45 for adults, $25 for children under 10. events.thelakehoesort.com/e/dueling-pianos-2024/tickets
‘Camelot’: North Coast Repertory Theatre presents Lerner and Loewe’s classic musical about King Arthur, Guenevere, Lancelot and the Knights of the Round Table. Opens Saturday and runs through June 30. 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays; 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays. Through June 19. 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach. $54-$79. northcoastrep.org
Affion Crockett: Comedian Affion Crockett made his debut on HBO’s Def Comedy Jam and has been seen on “Wild ‘N Out,” “Blackish,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins” and other television, film and comedy specials. He’ll perform stand up comedy at four times this weekend. 7 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Mic Drop Comedy, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego. $25. micdropcomedy.com/shows/245083
Sumo National Championships: Fans can cheer on the best sumo wrestlers in the country as they gather to compete to represent the U.S. on the world stage later this year at the World Sumo Championships. There will be men’s, women’s, junior men’s, junior women’s and kids competitions. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Lincoln High School gymnasium, 4777 Imperial Ave, San Diego. ussumo.org/2022-us-nationals
San Diego Master Chorale ‘Stage & Screen’: Concert will feature the San Diego Children’s Choir and music from ‘Barbie,’ “La La Land,” ‘Wonka,’ ‘Candide,’ ‘Carmen’ and more. 7 p.m. Saturday. First United Methodist Church, 2111 Camino del Rio South, San Diego. $15-$30. Children under 13 free. sdmasterchorale.org
Sunday
Alexene Farol Follmuth author event: Reese Witherspoon’s book club just chose this author’s new release as its YA pick for the summer. “Twelfth Knight” author Alexene Farol Follmuth will be at a local bookshop on Sunday to talk about the new book in conversation with author Susan Lee. There will also be a Q&A and book g and each ticket comes with a hardcover copy of the book. 6 p.m. Sunday. Meet Cute Bookshop, 4048 30th St., San Diego. $19.99 meetcutebookshop.com/events/35769
Le Salon de Musiques season finale: The Darshan Trio presents works by Chopin, Dvořák and Arthur Foote. 4 p.m. Sunday. The La Jolla Woman’s Club, 7791 Draper Ave., La Jolla. $45-$95. (310) 498-0257, lesalondemusiques.com
Golden State Ballet ‘Trifecta’: Contemporary masterworks by Jirí Kylián, Jorma Elo and Andrea Schermoly will be performed with a live orchestra. 2 p.m. Sunday. San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave., downtown. $35-$75. goldenstateballet.org
Puppalooza: Guests at this festival can consider a dog adoption or bring their own dog to hear a live DJ, participate in some photo opportunities and drink local beer. A full bar will also be open for drink purchases, and there will be drinks for four-legged friends from Puppy Picnic Co. Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. San Diego Mission Bay Resort, 1775 East Mission Bay Drive, San Diego. Free. missionbayresort.com/local-experiences/#!/e/pupapalooza-adopt-a-four-legged-friend-232fcd32
