Coronado Celebrates Community and Culture this August

News Summary

Coronado, CA, is gearing up for a lively week of cultural events from August 6 to August 12, offering residents and visitors a chance to enjoy diverse activities. With mild weather featuring daytime highs of 72°F, attendees can partake in storytelling sessions, live music performances, art exhibitions, cooking workshops, and family-friendly activities. The community-centric schedule promotes engagement across various age groups, ensuring a vibrant atmosphere throughout the week. Join in for a memorable experience filled with art, music, food, and camaraderie in beautiful Coronado.

Coronado, CA is set to experience a mix of culture, community, and mild weather from August 6 to August 12, 2025. Residents and visitors can look forward to various events, alongside a weather forecast featuring cloudiness that might give way to partial sunshine. The high temperature for the week is expected to reach 72°F, while the overnight low will hover around 65°F, with gentle winds from the south-southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

Weather Forecast for the Week

As of August 12, 2025, forecasts indicate that early cloudy skies will transition into partially sunny conditions throughout the day. The comfortable high of 72°F will be perfect for outdoor activities and events. Nighttime temperatures cooling to around 65°F ensure a pleasant evening for residents. Winds are expected to remain light, providing a calm atmosphere for community gatherings.

Daily Events Schedule

The week in Coronado offers a packed schedule of events catering to diverse age groups and interests:

Wednesday, August 6

• Summer on the Strand: Storytelling with Aunt Li-Anna at Silver Strand Youth & Teen Center from 9:30 am to 10:30 am
• Spanish-English Bilingual Storytime at Coronado Public Library for children aged 0-5 from 11:00 am to 11:30 am
• “The 70’s: The Golden Age of the Album” at Lamb’s Players Theatre at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
• Mini Droid activity for teens at the Coronado Public Library from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Film Forum Coronado presents “12 Angry Men” at 6:00 pm
• Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers Support Group from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Thursday, August 7

• Tech Workshop: Smartphone Photography at John D. Spreckels Center from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
• Discover Coronado Meeting from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Coronado Public Library
• Sculpt a Fairy Mushroom House at the Library from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• SAT Prep Workshop for teens from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Library
• Live Music from Joe Rathburn at McP’s Irish Pub from 8:00 pm to midnight

Friday, August 8

• Preschool Storytime: The Great Outdoors at 11:00 am
• Summer Festival Concert with Glenn Kramer at 1:00 pm
• Cooking Workshop: Tacos, Tostadas, and Ceviche (fees apply) at 2:00 pm
• Tween Takeover: Glitter Cups for ages 6-11 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Live Music from 3 trees at McP’s Irish Pub from 8:00 pm to midnight

Saturday, August 9

• Saturday Art Class for Kids at 11:00 am
• Live Music from Moonlight Serenade Orchestra at Coronado Ferry Landing from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
• Two showings of “The 70’s: The Golden Age of the Album” at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
• Live Music from Sophisticats at McP’s Irish Pub from 8:00 pm to midnight

Sunday, August 10

• Coronado Plein Air Art Exhibition Reception from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Live Music from The Ideas at Coronado Ferry Landing from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
• Concert in the Park with Betamaxx at 6:00 pm in Spreckels Park
• Live Music from Thunderbird Mountain Band at McP’s Irish Pub from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Monday, August 11

• Musical Storytime Takeover with Ralph’s World at Coronado Public Library from 11:00 am to 11:45 am
• Friends of the Library Board Meeting from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Tuesday, August 12

• Charter Bus Trip to the Bowers Museum from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm (fees apply)
• Toddler Storytime: Librarian’s Choice at 11:00 am
• SAT Prep Workshop for teens at 6:00 pm
• Crafty Hour for adults and seniors at 6:30 pm

Ongoing Community Activities

In addition to the structured events, Coronado offers a variety of ongoing community involvement activities throughout the week. Regular activities at John D. Spreckels Center include:

• Pool Table Play every Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
• Brunch every Sunday at the Veterans of Foreign Wars from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
• Game sessions including American Mah Jongg on Wednesdays and Fridays, and Pinochle Open Play on Wednesdays
• Creative Party Games on Thursdays from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
• Steak and Salmon Dinner every Sunday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm for $25
• Bonfires on the beach each night at The Del with reserved fire pits for smores

This week promises a vibrant social atmosphere enriched with entertainment, learning opportunities, and community spirit in Coronado, CA.

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