Broadway/San Diego Civic Theatre
Experience performing arts in downtown San Diego. It hosts performances from Broadway to ballet and orchestras to film presentations. 1100 3rd Ave., San Diego. 619-570-1100. broadwaysd.com.

Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay
Summer only. Days and times of shows vary. This 1,300-seat amphitheater hosts a string of outdoor jazz and rock concerts and comedy events.  2241 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego.  619-224-3577.  humphreysconcerts.com.

La Jolla Playhouse
Dates and times of shows vary.  Located on the UCSD campus, this Tony Award-winning theatre presents musicals, comedies, world premieres, and classics.  2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla. 858-550-1070.  lajollaplayhouse.com.

North Coast Repertory
Immerse yourself in imagination. Audience and artist thrive in this distinctively intimate theatre environment. 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Ste. D, Solana Beach. 858-481-1055. northcoastrep.org.

Old Globe Theatre
Dates and times of shows vary.  This beautiful, Tony Award-winning, three-venue complex produces over 15 works annually, from Shakespeare to Stoppard to Sondheim.  1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego.  619-23-GLOBE.  theoldglobe.org.

San Diego Botanic Garden
Open 9am - 5pm daily.  Follow the fragrance of orchids and whispers of butterflies to this world-class botanic garden located on 36 acres in coastal North County.  230 Quail Gardens Drivem Encinitas.  760-436-3036.  sdbgarden.org.

San Diego Repertory Lyceum Theatre
Check out downtown's resident professional theatre. The performances here are intimate, exotic and prococative. 79 Horton Plaza, San Diego. 619-544-1000. sdrep.org.