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Flower Fields, Busker Fest, and more things to do in San Diego this week.

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The Flower Fields in Carlsbad

Marcie Gonzalez

March 5

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Cirque de Soleil: Ovo

Enter the buzzing world of insects in Cirque’s latest, bringing four days of high-flying acrobatics to San Diego.

Viejas Arena, 7 p.m.; $45-104 (through March 8).

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House of Joy

An empowering story of a female bodyguard in 17th-century India.

Lyceum Theater, 8 p.m.; $22-55 (through March 29).

March 6

home and garden

Spring Home/Garden Show

Plan your next DIY home improvement project during the three-day showcase and marketplace.

Del Mar Fairgrounds, 10 a.m.; $5 (through March 8).

March 7

nature

Flower Fields

50 acres of ranunculus in full bloom to see all spring long.

Carlsbad Ranch; $18-24 (open through May 10).

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Busker Fest

Street performers from around the world entertain audiences for the weekend.

Seaport Village, noon; Free (through March 8).

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Where to Watch the Fireworks in San Diego This Independence Day

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Jun 25, 2020

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Sustainable Living: 7 Everyday Items You Can Swap Out Now

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A Guide to St. Patrick's Day 2020 in San Diego

A Guide to St. Patrick's Day 2020 in San Diego

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What to See at the 2020 San Diego Latino Film Festival

What to See at the 2020 San Diego Latino Film Festival

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The Best Food and Drink Events in March

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Kate Hamill’s ‘Radical’ Remake of ‘Little Women’ in San Diego

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Playwright Kate Hamill on her stage adaptation of ‘Little Women’, at The Old Globe March 14–April 19

San Diego Events Calendar: March 2020

San Diego Events Calendar: March 2020

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Dan Letchworth
Feb 20, 2020

Diversionary Theatre smartly pairs nonlinear time with musings on gender and family

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5 Free Things to Do This Week: February 20-26

Feb 20, 2020

Crack Shack Encinitas Three-Year Anniversary, Poetry for the People, Downtown at Sundown and more admission-free events

SDSU Enlists Athletes in Violence Prevention Training Program

SDSU Enlists Athletes in Violence Prevention Training Program

Beth Demmon
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Center for Community Solutions works with undergraduate athletes to provide training on sexual assault and domestic violence

The Jewish Federation Celebrates Community

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6 Free Things to Do in San Diego This Week: Feb. 13-17

Feb 13, 2020

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Feb 12, 2020

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Feb 11, 2020

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Feb 5, 2020

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Plus, the New Children’s Museum and the San Diego Repertory Theatre get National Endowment for the Arts grants

San Diego Opera's 8-Foot Tall Puppet

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The witch costume for the troupe's Hansel & Gretel performance takes two grown men to operate

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The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego Receives $750,000 Grant

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