San Diego Family's August Calendar of Events

Nighttime Zoo

The Zoo will be open late and filled with live entertainment from a variety of artists, special summer treats and an opportunity to see wildlife from a different perspective. Now through Sept. 5, 9 am–9 pm. San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr. Tickets: www.sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org

Monday Aug 1

Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing - The Exhibition. Immerse yourself in this exhibition that brings the web-slinger’s entire storied history to life. Open daily, 10 am–6 pm. $18–$30; 3 & under free. Comic-Con Museum, 2131 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park. www.comic-con.org/ museum

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Filled with magic, humor, music, and spectacle, the merriment unfolds in an enchanted forest where fairies play tricks on unsuspecting lovers and bumbling actors are transformed beyond their wildest dreams. Through Sept. 4. The Old Globe, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.theoldglobe.org

Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins. Follow the world’s smallest penguins on their journey from hatchlings to adults. Open daily. $19.95–$24.95; 2 & under free. Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. Reservations required: www.aquarium.ucsd.edu

Head Over Heels. This fearlessly fresh new musical comedy includes The Go- Go’s hit songs “We Got The Beat,” “Our Lips Are Sealed,” “Vacation” and more. Through Aug. 14. $16–$18. Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.juniortheatre.com

Ignite Fireworks at SeaWorld. End your day at SeaWorld with a spectacular fireworks presentation. Aug. 1–14, 19–21 & 26–28. Through Sept. 5. Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com

Padres Home Games. Aug. 1–4 vs. Rockies, Aug. 8–10 vs. Giants, Aug. 18–21 vs. Nationals & Aug. 23–24 vs. Guardians. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com

tuesday | 2

National Night Out

FREE National Night Out at Sheriff’s Poway Station. Meet local deputies and crime prevention specialists. 4–6 pm. 13100 Bowron Rd. www.poway.org

Taste of Encinitas. Food and drink samples from over 15 restaurants with live music at several venues. 5:30–8:30 pm. $40 includes all food and 10 drink tickets. Along Coast Hwy. 101, downtown Encinitas. Tickets: www.shopencinitas101.com

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