September Events in San Diego

FREE Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon

Watch 70 surfing dogs compete for “Top Surf Dog” with a canine costume contest, a dog agility course, crafts and more. Sept. 18, 8 am. Del Mar Dog Beach. www.animalcenter.org

Don’t forget to call to confirm dates, times and admission prices.

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Disney’s “The Lion King.” Through Sept. 11. Starting at $25. San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave. For tickets and showtimes visit www.broadwaysd.com.

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” The merriment unfolds in an enchanted forest where fairies play tricks on unsuspecting lovers. Through Sept. 4. The Old Globe, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.theoldglobe.org

FREE Hullabaloo Kids Concert. 10 am. Del Mar Highlands Town Center, upper plaza, 12925 El Camino Real. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com

Nighttime Zoo. Live entertainment and an opportunity to see wildlife from a different perspective. Through Sept. 5, 9 am–9 pm. San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr. Tickets: www.sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org

First Responders FREE. Those working in fire, law enforcement, search & rescue, paramedics/EMTs, hospital workers, and security personnel receive free admission all month with up to 3 guests. Tues.–Sun., 11 am–4 pm. San Diego Model Railroad Museum, Balboa Park. www.sdmrm.org

Blue Star Museums offers FREE admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families. Through Sept. 5. www.arts.gov/initiatives/ blue-star-museums

Del Mar Racetrack. Thurs.–Sun. through Sept. 11. 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Tickets: www.delmarracing.com

Snow: Tiny Crystals, Global Impact. Explore the vital role that snow plays in our global climate system through exciting interactives. Open daily, 10 am–5 pm. Through Sept. 5. Included with admission. $18.95–$21.95; 2 & under free. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org

FREE Música en la Plaza. Music and dancing in the Lyric Courtyard. Fridays, 7:30 pm. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. www.artcenter.org

Ignite Fireworks at SeaWorld. Through Sept. 5. Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com

Kids Night Out. Games, arts and crafts, movies and more. 4:30–9 pm. For grades 1–5. $20. Mickey Cafagna Community Center-Oak Hall, 13094 Civic Center Dr., Poway. Registration required: www.poway.org

“The Piano Men: Beatles Edition.” Classic Beatles hits played on two grand pianos. Tonight, 7:30 pm; tomorrow, 2 & 7:30 pm; Sept. 4, 2 pm. $35–$65. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. www.artcenter.org

Whale Watching. Search for Blue Whales, Minke Whales, Fin Whales and more. Today, tomorrow & Sept. 5, 9 am–1 pm. Starting at $60; 3 & under free. Pier Two, 970 N. Harbor Dr. www.cityexperiences.com

Night Fishing at Lake Poway. Today & tomorrow, 6–11:30 pm. $3–$7; 7 & under free with paid permit. 14644 Lake Poway Rd. www.poway.org

FREE Arts District Outdoor Summer Music Series. 5–8 pm. Carruth Cellars, Plaza 17, Liberty Station. www.libertystation.com

Sunset Luaus on the Bay. A familyfriendly event with authentic island music and entertainment. 6–9 pm. $49–$89. Catamaran Resort Hotel, 3999 Mission Blvd. www.catamaranresort.com/sunset-luaus

FREE Barona Powwow. Gourd dancing, a drum contest and more. Through Sept. 4. Barona Sports Complex, 1095 Barona Rd., Lakeside. www.sctca.net

Cheer on the Aztecs in their new stadium. Today vs. Arizona, 12:30 pm; Sept. 10 vs. Idaho State & Sept. 24 vs. Toledo. Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way. Tickets: www.goaztecs.com

Julian Grape Stomp Festa. Kick off your shoes and let grapes squish beneath your feet. 11 am–5 pm. $20. Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian Orchards Dr. www.visitjulian.com

FREE Hawaiian Plumeria Festival. Live entertainment, flower show and more. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–4 pm. Casa del Prado, Balboa Park. www.plumeriafestival.com

Sunset Special Train Ride. Enjoy a sunset ride through East County’s rugged backcountry. Saturdays, 6:30 pm. $9–$18; 2 & under free. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Campo Depot, 750 Depot St. www.psrm.org

Movies on the Beach: “Wizard of Oz.” 8 pm. $25. Del Beach, 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado. Reservations required: www.hoteldel.com

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