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The Cultural Arts Division enhances the vitality of the City of Carlsbad and enriches the quality of life for all residents by fostering a thriving arts and cultural environment. Through dynamic programs and partnerships, we support opportunities for creative expression, lifelong learning and community connection.
Saturdays in the Courtyard
Saturdays in the Courtyard is a vibrant outdoor performance series that fills the beautiful Ann Kulchin Courtyard with music, energy and community spirit. Bring friends, enjoy the festive atmosphere and experience the best new and emerging artists in North County and San Diego under the open sky. In the event of rain, concerts will be moved indoors. Performances for all ages, always free and open to the public.
JUNE
June 27, 5 p.m.
Jabe Amato
AUGUST
Aug. 8, 5 p.m.
The Heart
An acoustic duo known for feel-good favorites spanning Top 40, classic and modern rock, folk, indie, country and reggae.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 12, 5 p.m.
The Night Owls
From soulful favorites to rock-driven hits, enjoy the music that defined a generation and still gets people moving today.
Front Row Saturday
Front Row Saturday is our signature series that brings audiences an intimate and memorable experience in the state-of-the-art Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium. Join us for a variety of nationally touring performers as well as new and emerging local artists. Performances for all ages, always free and open to the public.
Doors open at 4:30 p.m.
JULY
July 11, 5 p.m.
Black Music: The Rhythm That Moves America
Join us for a journey celebrating the history of black music in America that is part lecture, part performance.
July 25, 5 p.m.
Besos Jazz Trio
Enjoy the Besos Jazz Trio as they fuse soulful jazz guitar and bass with the percussive artistry of tap dance—turning movement into a vibrant, unexpected layer of live rhythm and sound.
AUGUST
Aug. 22, 5 p.m.
Elizabeth Bowersox
A performance full of grit, precision and pedal-to-the-metal energy singing the latest in pop country hits.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 26, 5 p.m.
Patti Zlaket
A rich blend of storytelling, piano musicianship and heartfelt performance.
Arts On Demand
Your library card grants you free access to Alexander Street Performing Arts Collections online. It features a diverse range of captivating music, dance and theatre performances spanning various genres. It also has content from renowned providers such as the National Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company, Smithsonian Global Sound for Libraries, Broadway On-Demand, and more. Access to this resource is provided by the California State Library in partnership with ProQuest.
More free e-resources at your fingertips.