Sleepless in Seattle in Concert

Friday, December 11, 7:30pm

A North American Premiere Production!

Bruce Kiesling, conductor
San Diego Symphony Orchestra

One of the defining rom coms of the genre, Sleepless in Seattle, is set to be performed live in concert this winter by the San Diego Symphony Orchestra at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. The perfect treat before Christmas, the show will feature the film’s iconic soundtrack, including some of the most romantic songs of all time, brought to life by a live orchestra.

Originally released by TriStar Pictures in 1993, the film will be presented on a huge HD screen, while its beloved soundtrack is performed live to film, allowing audiences to experience the movie’s unforgettable charm in a whole new, heart-stirring way.

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Home Alone 2: Lost in New York – Live in Concert

Saturday, December 12, 6pm

Bruce Kiesling, conductor
San Diego Symphony Orchestra

Experience Home Alone 2: Lost in New York – Live in Concert as Award-winning composer John Williams’ score is performed live to film by the San Diego Symphony Orchestra!

When clever and mischievous Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) is separated from his family at the airport, he mistakenly gets on a plane headed for New York City — while the rest of the McCallisters fly to Florida. Now alone in the Big Apple with enough money to turn it into his own playground, Kevin cons his way into a room at the luxurious Plaza Hotel and begins his usual antics.  But Kevin won’t be alone for long. The notorious Wet Bandits (Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern), released from jail and still smarting from their last encounter with Kevin, are bound for New York too for a huge holiday heist. Kevin’s ready to welcome them with a battery of booby traps the bumbling bandits will never forget!

©Disney
The presentation is licensed by Disney Concerts

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Noel Noel at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Fri Dec 18, 7:30pm | Sat Dec 19, 6pm | Sun Dec 20, 4:30pm

Nicholas Buc, conductor
Devin DeSantis, vocalist
Jacob Bruce, actor
San Diego Master Chorale
San Diego Children’s Choir
San Diego Symphony Orchestra

Featuring special guest performance by Jason Mraz

Jonathan Gilmer, director

San Diego Symphony's beloved holiday tradition, Noel Noel, returns to the spectacular waterfront stage at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Celebrate the season with an unforgettable evening of cherished Christmas classics, festive favorites, joyful sing-alongs, and holiday cheer. Led by acclaimed guest conductor Nicholas Buc, this heartwarming celebration features the San Diego Symphony Orchestra alongside the San Diego Master Chorale and the San Diego Children's Choir for a magical night that will fill the air with the spirit of the season.

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Meet The Brass: March of the Toys

Saturday, December 13, 10am & 11:30am

Featuring a San Diego Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet

Trumpets, French horns, trombones and tubas come to life in this playful, imagination-filled concert for ages 0–5! With the sounds of marching toys, silly horns, and gentle brass melodies, little ones will hear how music can stomp, tiptoe, wiggle and dance. Children are encouraged to march, bounce or simply listen in their own way in this welcoming, sensory-friendly space. A joyful first introduction to the bold, bright world of brass.

Symphony Kids concerts are designed for children ages 0-5.

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Nutcracker! “Magical Christmas Ballet”

Tuesday, December 15, 7pm

Make this the Christmas they’ll never forget with NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet. Experience the largest Nutcracker production in North America — a breathtaking holiday spectacle featuring world-class international dancers, gravity-defying acrobatics, magnificent costumes, and towering puppets. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, this grand production transforms the stage into an unforgettable celebration of the season — one your family will treasure for years to come.

Please note: This is a rental event of Jacobs Music Center presented by Talmi Entertainment. The San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this production.

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A Very Swingin' Basie Christmas

Thursday, December 17, 7:30pm

Celebrate the holiday season with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra in A Very Swingin' Basie Christmas. Enjoy an evening of classic holiday songs, rendered in quintessential Basie style, under the masterful direction of longtime Basie trumpeter Scotty Barnhart with guest vocalist Carmen Bradford. The Grammy-winning ensemble brings Christmas classics to the stage, including "Let It Snow," "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," and "Silent Night." A night of warm jazz, cozy songs, and Christmas cheer.

Please note: the San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this Jacobs Music Center Special Presentation.

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Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert 2027

Friday, January 1, 2027, 2:30pm

STRAUSS SYMPHONY OF AMERICA featuring members of the San Diego Symphony and dancers from San Diego Ballet

A timeless tradition, a dazzling celebration, Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert returns to Jacobs Music Center this holiday season.

This soul-stirring symphony of sound and spectacle evokes Vienna’s Golden Age by bringing the music of “Waltz King” Johann Strauss, Jr. to vivid life. With elegant costumes and lush floral arrangements decorating the stage, Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert transports audiences to an era of sumptuous beauty

Beloved by audiences across North America, this annual tradition features some of Europe's finest singers, internationally acclaimed dancers, and a full orchestra performing a soaring musical selection of overtures, arias and duets, including the "Blue Danube Waltz."

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