Finnegan Blue band
NCT band
Mariachi Garibaldi band
The Fabba show band
B.I.G. band
Left coast quintet

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 are free, open to the public. and suitable for all ages. Feel free to bring your own chair. 

 

SEPTEMBER

Sept. 12, 5 p.m.nightowls-soul-rock-n-roll
The Night Owls

From soulful favorites to rock-driven hits, enjoy the music that defined a generation and still gets people moving today. 

  

 

NOVEMBER

Nov. 14, 5 p.m.Navy Band
U.S. Navy Southwest Band

Celebrate Veteran’s Day with these talented Navy musicians as they put on a fun, engaging chamber performance that mixes classic sounds with a fresh, modern vibe.

 

 

  

DECEMBER

Dec. 26, 5 p.m.Silent Disco 
Silent Disco

Silent Disco turns Saturdays in the Courtyard into a lively dance party, where guests slip on wireless headphones and pick their own music channel for a fun, choose‑your‑own‑soundtrack experience.

 

 

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 are free, open to the public and suitable for all ages. 

Doors open at 4:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER

Sept. 26, 5 p.m.Patti Zlaket
Patti Zlaket

A rich blend of storytelling, piano musicianship and heartfelt performance.  

 
 
 
 

 

OCTOBER

Oct. 10, 5 p.m.
The Memphis Soul Revue of San DiegoMemphis Soul

This dynamic 10-piece San Diego ensemble delivers a high-energy celebration of timeless hits guaranteed to get audiences moving, grooving and singing along. 

 

 

 

   

NOVEMBER

Nov. 28, 5 p.m.
Paul Sage CannonPaul Sage Cannon

In recognition of Indigenous peoples and cultures around the world, experience the music of San Diego native Paul Sage Cannon, a member of the San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians. A nationally recognized singer-songwriter and American Idol Top 50 contestant, Cannon brings a powerful blend of artistry, storytelling and cultural connection to the stage.

 

  

DECEMBER

Dec. 12, 5 p.m.Hummel
Mark Hummel

Backed by decades of road-tested musicianship, Hummel delivers a hard-driving blend of blues, swing and jazz powered by soulful vocals and some of the finest harmonica playing in the business.

 
 
 

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.

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