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The City of Carlsbad’s historic support of arts and culture as a core value led to the establishment of its Cultural Arts Division in 1986 as part of the city’s investment in the visual and performing arts. We strive to enhance the vitality of the city and the quality of life for all residents by supporting an environment where arts and cultural organizations thrive, and people of all ages enjoy opportunities for expression and lifelong learning. All cultural arts events and programs are free admission.

TGIF moves to Calavera Hills Community Park

For the next three weeks, TGIF summer concerts settle into Calavera Hills Community Park.
Post Date:07/20/2026 4:12 PM

For the next three weeks, TGIF summer concerts settle into Calavera Hills Community Park. This Friday, Sabrosas Latin Orchestra, a high-energy, all-female salsa band, will embody the joy of music and dance with a variety of Latin styles including salsa, cumbia and cha cha.

Brush up on your dance moves with salsa and bachata lessons before the concert begins from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. At our pop-up art booth, you can create personalized maracas and make some of your own music from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Friday, July 24
Field opens at 4 p.m.
Concert starts at 6 p.m.
Calavera Hills Community Park
2997 Glasgow Dr

How to get there
Only limited handicap parking is available at the park, so if you’re driving, park at Sage Creek High School and hop on board the complimentary shuttle that runs every 15 minutes from 4:15 to 9:15 p.m. Here’s how it works:

  1. Park at Sage Creek High School, 3900 Bobcat Blvd.
  2. Look for the shuttle pick-up zone signs in the lot.
  3. There will be space available for all your picnic supplies, including low-back chairs and blankets.
  4. The shuttle will drop you off next to security entrances.
  5. Shuttles will run until 9:15 p.m. when you’re ready to head home.

If you’re planning to ride your bike, be sure to use our complimentary bike valet service. It works like a coat check for your bike.

2025 TGIF Calavera Hills Community Park Map

Security screening and what you can bring

  • Security screening stations will be set up at the concert venue entrances.
  • Security personnel will do a bag check and use handheld wands to check for weapons and other items not allowed at the concerts, like drones and fireworks. Bottle openers, utensils and other picnic items are allowed. 
  • See more security details, including a list of items you can bring and what’s not allowed.

See how the security process works in this video.

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