San Diego Civic Theatre Events

The San Diego Civic Theatre is the region’s largest and most popular venue for the performing arts! Since 1965 the theatre has played host to some of the world’s greatest concerts, dance performances, operas, comedy shows, and Broadway productions.

Latest schedule of events for the San Diego Civic Theatre. View listings and purchase tickets for the upcoming events.

This site links to resale tickets for events at the San Diego Civic Theatre in San Diego, California. This site is not an official ticket seller or box office. 

December 2024

Dec

21

Golden State Ballet: The Nutcracker

San Diego Civic Theatre

Dec

22

Golden State Ballet: The Nutcracker

San Diego Civic Theatre

Dec

26

The Illusionists: Magic of the Holidays

San Diego Civic Theatre

Dec

27

The Illusionists: Magic of the Holidays

San Diego Civic Theatre

January 2025

Jan

04

Paw Patrol Live

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jan

05

Paw Patrol Live

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jan

11

Jimmy O. Yang

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jan

14

Back To The Future - Theatrical Production

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jan

15

Back To The Future - Theatrical Production

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jan

16

Back To The Future - Theatrical Production

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Jan

17

Back To The Future - Theatrical Production

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Jan

18

Back To The Future - Theatrical Production - ASL-Interpreted Performance

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Jan

18

Back To The Future - Theatrical Production

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Jan

19

Back To The Future - Theatrical Production - Open Caption Performance

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jan

19

Back To The Future - Theatrical Production

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Jan

25

La Jolla Music Society

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jan

28

Some Like It Hot

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jan

29

Some Like It Hot

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jan

30

Some Like It Hot

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jan

31

Some Like It Hot

San Diego Civic Theatre

February 2025

Feb

01

Some Like it Hot - ASL Interpreted

San Diego Civic Theatre

Feb

01

Some Like It Hot

San Diego Civic Theatre

Feb

02

Some Like it Hot - Open Caption

San Diego Civic Theatre

Feb

02

Some Like It Hot

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Feb

05

Wicked

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Feb

06

Wicked

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Feb

07

Wicked

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Feb

08

Wicked - ASL-Interpreted Performance

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Feb

08

Wicked

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Feb

09

Wicked - Open Caption Performance

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Feb

09

Wicked

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Feb

11

Wicked

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Feb

12

Wicked

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Feb

13

Wicked

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Feb

14

Wicked

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Feb

15

Wicked

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Feb

16

Wicked

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Feb

18

Wicked

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Feb

19

Wicked

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Feb

20

Wicked

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Feb

21

Wicked

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Feb

22

Wicked

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Feb

23

Wicked

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Feb

25

Wicked

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Feb

26

Wicked

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Feb

27

Wicked

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Feb

28

Wicked

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March 2025

Mar

01

Wicked

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Mar

01

Wicked - ASL-Interpreted Performance

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Mar

02

Wicked

San Diego Civic Theatre

Mar

02

Wicked - Closed Caption Performance

San Diego Civic Theatre

Mar

06

Alejandra Guzman

San Diego Civic Theatre

Mar

08

Stavros Halkias

San Diego Civic Theatre

Mar

11

The Thorn En Espanol

San Diego Civic Theatre

Mar

21

San Diego Opera: Salome

San Diego Civic Theatre

Mar

22

San Diego Opera: Salome

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Mar

23

San Diego Opera: Salome

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Mar

25

Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations

San Diego Civic Theatre

Mar

28

Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations

San Diego Civic Theatre

Mar

29

Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations

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Mar

30

Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations

San Diego Civic Theatre

April 2025

Apr

03

Naruto: The Symphonic Experience

San Diego Civic Theatre

Apr

04

Wanda Sykes

San Diego Civic Theatre

Apr

05

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight

San Diego Civic Theatre

Apr

06

Nikki Glaser

San Diego Civic Theatre

Apr

12

Shen Yun Performing Arts

San Diego Civic Theatre

Apr

25

San Diego Opera: La Traviata

San Diego Civic Theatre

Apr

26

San Diego Opera: La Traviata

San Diego Civic Theatre

Apr

27

San Diego Opera: La Traviata

San Diego Civic Theatre

May 2025

May

02

Insidious: The Further You Fear

San Diego Civic Theatre

May

03

Killers of Kill Tony

San Diego Civic Theatre

May

10

Hamilton

San Diego Civic Theatre

May

22

Nurse John

San Diego Civic Theatre

May

27

A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical

San Diego Civic Theatre

May

28

A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical

San Diego Civic Theatre

May

29

A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical

San Diego Civic Theatre

May

30

A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical

San Diego Civic Theatre

May

31

A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical

San Diego Civic Theatre

June 2025

Jun

01

A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jun

22

Blippi Live

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jun

24

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jun

25

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

San Diego Civic Theatre

Jun

26

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

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Jun

27

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

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Jun

28

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

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Jun

29

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

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Jun

30

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

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July 2025

Jul

01

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

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Jul

02

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

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Jul

03

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

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Jul

05

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

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Jul

06

Moulin Rouge - The Musical

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August 2025

Aug

12

Shucked

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Aug

13

Shucked

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Aug

14

Shucked

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Aug

15

Shucked

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Aug

16

Shucked - ASL Interpreted

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Aug

16

Shucked

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Aug

17

Shucked - Open Caption

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Aug

17

Shucked

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November 2025

Nov

05

Sarah Millican

San Diego Civic Theatre

What to expect

The Civic Theatre blends perfectly into the surrounding buildings of downtown San Diego. Outside, the tree-lined area and blue skies make the area feel light and fresh. A billboard informs visitors of upcoming shows, and the stone and glass exterior gives a modern feel.

Once you enter the impressive entrance hall, the grandeur hits you. A huge chandelier hangs from the ceiling, giving the crimson decor a classy glow. From here, you’ll go through security checks and be directed to your seating section.

Only once you enter the building do you appreciate its size. Thanks to the continental-style seating – with no central aisle – the rows feel very long. The sweeping balconies overhead add to that classic theater feel, all surrounding the large stage area.

Whether in the lower Orchestra section or the raised balconies, you’ll have excellent views and sound. A recent acoustic upgrade introduced new speakers around the venue, and the natural acoustics are also outstanding.

On your visit, allow plenty of time to pass security. Lines can be pretty long, so it’s best to avoid missing the start of the show. If you pass through quickly, there are plenty of refreshment outlets inside. Please remember to bring a debit card, credit card, or mobile payment app, as the San Diego Civic Theatre is a cashless venue.

Your experience will vary by show. Some may be long enough to require intermissions, while others are shorter. Please check your event page when booking tickets for more runtime information.