Art in the Park

Art-In-The-Park features more than fifty top artists in every genre including oil, acrylic and watercolor painting, etching, photography, wood and metalworking, stained glass, ceramics and a variety of other unusual and distinctive art forms.

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Food Truck Thursdays | Events in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
Food Truck Thursdays

Food trucks are rolling back into the Coronado Island Marriott every Thursday evening on the Skyline Terrace. Bring your favorite crew to enjoy live music, refreshing drinks, and a rotating selection of San Diego's most delicious local bites.

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Coronado Weekend Concert Series Presents: Bo & the Hobos | Events in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
Coronado Weekend Concert Series Presents: Bo & the Hobos

Don't miss the FREE Weekend Concert at Coronado Ferry Landing on Sunday, October 4th featuring Bo & The Hobos from 1pm-4pm. This family-friendly musical event offers three hours of live entertainment in a scenic waterfront location at no cost.

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SeaWorld San Diego's Spooktacular Halloween Celebration | Events in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
SeaWorld San Diego's Spooktacular Halloween Celebration

SeaWorld San Diego's beloved Spooktacular returns with more family-friendly Halloween fun than ever, highlighted by the California debut of the all-new Baby Shark™ Halloween Show. This exclusive premiere makes Spooktacular one of San Diego's top Halloween events for families this season.

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month | Events in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Alma San Diego Downtown with a curated collection of culinary experiences inspired by the vibrant flavors and traditions of Latin America. This special menu honors the rich cultures that define Hispanic heritage through thoughtfully crafted dishes.

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San Diego Zoo HalGLOWeen
San Diego Zoo HalGLOWeen

This glowing Halloween spectacular returns every weekend in October, bringing after-dark family fun filled with spooky surprises and interactive entertainment. Don't miss this light-up-the-night celebration, included with paid admission or membership.

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Coronado Weekend Concert Series Presents: The Traveling Nobodys | Things to do | El Cordova Hotel
Coronado Weekend Concert Series Presents: The Traveling Nobodys

Spend Sunday afternoon, October 11th, at Coronado Ferry Landing enjoying a free live performance by The Traveling Nobodys from 1pm-4pm. This family-friendly event is the perfect way to soak up some music by the bay.

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Coronado Weekend Concert Series Presents: Crown Island Jazz Band | What to do in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
Coronado Weekend Concert Series Presents: Crown Island Jazz Band

Head to Coronado Ferry Landing on Sunday, October 18th for a free, family-friendly concert with the Crown Island Jazz Band playing from 1pm-4pm. Catch some great live jazz tunes with a waterfront view to match.

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Coronado Playhouse Presents: Into the Woods | Events in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
Coronado Playhouse Presents: Into the Woods

Magic, music, and mayhem collide in this dazzling Sondheim and Lapine musical following four fairy tale favorites on a heartfelt journey through love, loss, and unexpected consequences. Catch this Tony Award-winning show October 23 – November 22, 2026, with Friday-Saturday performances at 7pm and Saturday-Sunday matinees at 2pm.

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Coronado Weekend Concert Series Presents: The New Catillacs | Events in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
Coronado Weekend Concert Series Presents: The New Catillacs | Events in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel

Join us for a FREE Weekend Concert featuring The New Catillacs on Sunday, October 25th at the Coronado Ferry Landing from 1pm-4pm. This family-friendly event offers three hours of live music entertainment in a beautiful waterfront setting.

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Gondola Company: A Haunting In Venice | What to do in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
The Gondola Company: A Hunting In Venice

Ready to be spooked? Ghostly gondola ride awaits! Explore Coronado Cays' eerie canals on Halloween.

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Coronado Island Film Festival: Psycho | Things to do | El Cordova Hotel
Coronado Island Film Festival: Psycho

Experience Alfred Hitchcock's iconic psychological thriller as Marion Crane, fleeing after stealing money from her employer, seeks shelter at the secluded Bates Motel. Her encounter with the shy, unsettling proprietor Norman Bates unleashes one of cinema's most chilling and unforgettable tales of suspense.

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Coronado Island Film Festival - November 2026 | Things to do | El Cordova Hotel
Coronado Island Film Festival - November 2026

Immerse yourself in five days of cinematic celebration at the Coronado Island Film Festival, featuring studio standouts, independent gems, and San Diego premieres alongside industry insiders and fellow film lovers. This seaside cultural experience blends the art of film with coastal sunsets and festive gatherings.

 

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San Diego Fleet Week Celebration | Events in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
San Diego Fleet Week Celebration

San Diego Fleet Week brings together military ceremonies, ship tours, and spectacular airshow performances featuring the Marine Corps' AV-8 Harrier jets and advanced Navy aircraft. Hosted annually by the U.S. Navy, this event offers unforgettable moments with sailors and a stunning view of majestic ships entering the harbor.

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Coronado Island Film Festival: When Harry Met Sally | What to do in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
Coronado Island Film Festival: When Harry Met Sally

This beloved romantic comedy follows Harry (Billy Crystal) and Sally (Meg Ryan) from their argumentative 1977 road trip to their chance reunion a decade later in New York. As they attempt to build a friendship without complications, their best friends Jess (Bruno Kirby) and Marie (Carrie Fisher) watch the drama unfold.

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San Diego Symphony's NUTCRACKER! A Magical Christmas Ballet | What to do in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
San Diego Symphony's NUTCRACKER! A Magical Christmas Ballet

Give your family an unforgettable Christmas with NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet, the largest Nutcracker production in North America featuring world-class dancers, breathtaking acrobatics, and towering puppets. Set to Tchaikovsky's timeless score, this spectacular holiday production creates magical memories your family will treasure for years to come.

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Coronado Island Film Festival: White Christmas | Things to do | El Cordova Hotel
Coronado Island Film Festival: White Christmas

This classic holiday film follows Bob Wallace and Phil Davis, celebrated Broadway performers and former army pals, as they meet singing sisters Betty and Judy while on tour in Florida. Through romantic twists and turns, the story builds to a joyful Christmas Eve finale filled with glowing reviews and snow.

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Coronado Playhouse Presents: Holiday Cabaret 2026 | San Diego Events | El Cordova Hotel
Coronado Playhouse Presents: Holiday Cabaret 2026

Coronado Playhouse presents its beloved annual tradition, A Holiday Cabaret, featuring talented CPH alumni in a heartwarming sing-along celebration that has become a cherished part of the community's holiday season. This feel-good, family-friendly event invites audiences of all ages to join together in festive musical celebration, creating the perfect opportunity to embrace the holiday spirit with the entire family at CPH.

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BOARDED! A New Pirate Adventure | What to do in San Diego | El Cordova Hotel
BOARDED! A New Pirate Adventure

tep aboard an historic tall ship for a hilarious, 90 minute interactive cruise where the waterfront transforms into a playground of swashbuckling pirate theatrics. Visitors will join the crew to learn navigation, sword fighting, and essential pirate skills while exploring San Diego Bay from a unique perspective.

Performances are available at 10:30 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. on the following select Saturdays in 2026:

  • July 11

  • August 15

  • October 10

  • November 28

  • December 26

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