Things to Do: March 6-12

March 9:

Enjoy a five-course wine-pairing dinner at 1500 Ocean, Hotel del Coronado’s upscale waterfront eatery, featuring ZD Wines from Napa Valley.

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March 10:

Love, murder, and drama come together in three performances of The Tragedy of Carmen, an adaptation of the original classic, presented by San Diego Opera at Balboa Theatre.

City Ballet showcases the work of three famed ballet choreographers in Balanchine and Beyond at Spreckels Theatre.

Don your stilettos and sing along to music by Cyndi Lauper at Kinky Boots at the Civic Theatre (through 3/12).

March 11:

Behold that luck of the Irish during San Diego’s 37th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival at Balboa Park, featuring live entertainment, food, and beer gardens.

Endorsed by Will Ferrell, the Best Coast Beer Fest at Embarcadero Marina Park South includes craft beer from more than 100 breweries, music, and food.

Take a trip to Hogwarts as San Diego Symphony plays the soundtrack from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone for one weekend at Copley Symphony Hall.

Country crooner and The Voice judge Blake Shelton takes Valley View Casino Center, with former contestant RaeLynn opening.

Scripps Health’s Mercy Ball benefits cancer care, with a live auction and entertainment at San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina.

March 12:

Spring forward into daylight saving time at the start and finish lines of the San Diego Half Marathon, near Petco Park.

Join female chefs and winemakers for a charitable event to celebrate Festa della Donna, International Women’s Day in Italy, featuring food and drink pairings, art, and entertainment at Cucina Enoteca.

Things to Do: March 6-12

March 10: Balanchine and Beyond