🧺FREE! Picnic at the Park@Rady Shell: Orchestra, DJ & Thriller Dance Party!🎻
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🌞🎶 FREE! Picnic at the Park – INSIDE the Iconic Rady Shell! 🎶🌞
🗓 Sunday, March 1
⏰ 11:30 AM
👉Gates open at 10:30 AM
🌧 Rain or Shine
Get ready for an unforgettable day of music, dancing, and waterfront vibes at San Diego’s favorite FREE Annual Picnic at the Park!
🧺🎶Join us inside the stunning, iconic Rady Shell as we enjoy a picnic together while listening to live performances by San Diego Symphony Orchestra musicians, dancing along to a DJ set, and even learning the fun “Thriller” dance!🎻🎧🧟
Plus, be among the first to hear the exciting reveal of the 2026 Conrad Prebys Summer Season lineup.
🎟️ RSVP IS REQUIRED
🔗 Reserve your spot here:
👉 https://www.theshell.org/performances/Picnic-at-the-park
Those who RSVP will receive additional event updates as they’re announced.
RSVPs do NOT guarantee seating or entry.
⚠️ Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early!
📍 Group Meet-Up Info
We will meet inside the actual Rady Shell. I’ll post our exact location once I arrive so you can easily find us.
🎻 Live Performances
Enjoy performances by musicians of the San Diego Symphony Orchestra:
🎻 Jing Bowcott, violin
🎻 Julia Pautz, violin
🎼 Jason Karlyn, viola
🎻 Xian Zhuo, cello
These talented Symphony artists will perform in an intimate chamber setting — a special opportunity to experience San Diego Symphony musicians up close inside the Shell.
Plus:
🎤 Singer/Songwriter Gregory Page
🧟 Interactive “Thriller” dance tutorial with Larisa Hall of Thriller San Diego
🎧 DJ set by XELESTIAL
🗓Schedule
🕥 10:30 AM – Gates Open
🎻 11:30 AM – San Diego Symphony Musicians
🎤 12:00 PM – 2026 Summer Season Presentation
🎵 12:45 PM – Gregory Page
🧟 1:25 PM – Learn the iconic “Thriller” dance
🎧 2:00 PM – DJ XELESTIAL
🌊 3:00 PM – Park remains open
🧺 What to Bring
‼️Credit Cards- they do not accept cash‼️
✔️ Your own picnic
✔️ Blankets
✔️ Chairs
(No onsite seating will be provided.)
🍕 Food available for purchase from Biga Pizza, Puesto, Urban Kitchen, Cali Cream & more.
🚫 No outside alcohol permitted (available for purchase inside)
🚫 No GLASS
🚫 No pets allowed
🚗 Getting There
https://www.theshell.org/plan-your-visit/directions-and-parking/
🚙 Paid parking available in nearby downtown & Embarcadero lots/garages (arrive early).
🚋 Trolley to Santa Fe Depot — short waterfront walk.
🚕 Uber/Lyft recommended for easy drop-off.
⛴ Ferry from Coronado for a scenic arrival.
🚲 Bike racks available along the bayfront.
Bring your picnic, or purchase it, enjoy the waterfront views, and experience this special free celebration inside the iconic Rady Shell! 🎶✨
RSVP now and let’s enjoy music, sunshine, and great company at the Rady Shell! 🎼✨
See you there! 😊
Everyone that joins, is aware and agrees that you are in GOOD Health with no illness or any signs/symptoms of sickness, as we continue to maintain COVID Safety Precautions. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guest(s). Also responsible for any damage to event venue if applicable. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim, arising out or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of the Meetup group.