🌟FREE! Noel! Noel! Holiday Symphony Orchestra @Rady Shell🎄

Noel Noel at The Rady Shell – A San Diego Holiday Tradition.

Celebrate the magic of the season under the stars as San Diego Symphony’s beloved holiday tradition, Noel Noel, returns to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.

This festive outdoor concert will fill the bay with joyful sounds, heartwarming classics, and plenty of holiday cheer.

Led by acclaimed guest conductor Christopher Dragon and director Jonathan Gilmer, the evening features the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, San Diego Master Chorale, and the San Diego Children’s Choir, along with vocalist Devin DeSantis and a special appearance by Ken Johnson.

Enjoy a program of timeless Christmas favorites, dazzling projections by Mike Tutaj, enchanting lighting design by Amanda Zieve, and audience sing-alongs that make this event a cherished tradition for families across San Diego.

Wrap up in your coziest winter wear, bring your holiday spirit, and join us for a night of music, magic, and memories by the bay.

🌅 How We’re Watching – FOR FREE!

• We will NOT be entering Rady Shell or purchasing tickets.

• Instead, we’ll enjoy the music from two public access areas outside of Rady Shell (RED and GREEN zones-See photo section) that offer great views and clear sound.

• These areas are popular with locals who enjoy concerts at The Shell without the cost.

Please read the rules and seating options carefully:

🔴 RED SECTION (No Chairs, No Glass)
• You’ll find these spots by entering through metal detectors on the far left or far right, facing stage.
• Security is strict in this area (ELITE Security in RED SHIRTS monitors all entrances).
• Benches and jetty rocks are available on first come basis (bring cushion or towel).
• DO NOT BRING: Chairs or Glass
• Bags will be checked.
• Food and beverages are allowed.

🟢 GREEN SECTION (Bring Chairs, No Glass)
• You may bring folding chairs, blankets.
• DO NOT BRING: Glass
• This area is ideal if you want more flexibility or need your own chair.
• Food and beverages are allowed.

🎈 Let’s Find Each Other!
To make it easier to spot our group in the crowd, please bring a RED BALLOON (to match the Meetup logo). I’ll have one too!

NOTE: I’ll post my location in the comment section when I arrive along with photos.

You’re welcome to post your location in the event comments when you arrive. The venue fills up quickly and people arrive at different times—so let’s help each other connect and enjoy the show together!

WHICHEVER LOCATION YOU DECIDE ON, ALL SPOTS ARE FIRST COME

🅿️ Parking Tips & Getting There
• Uber, Lyft, etc.
• Paid Parking: Available at the Convention Center Garage and Seaport Village lots. Reserve early if possible.
• Free Parking: May be available in the surrounding areas (read signs carefully).
• Hilton Bayfront Garage: Park and take the free Rady Shell shuttle.
• Trolley Access: Take the trolley to Convention Center Station, then walk across to the Shell.

🍽️ Places to Eat Just Steps Away:
• Joe’s Crab Shack
.• Burgers, Bait & Beer

🕢 Concert Begins at 6:00 PM
Come early for a great spot!

See you there! 😎

\* 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 guests.

\* 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 of or related to this Meetup event against the organizer(s) of this Meetup group.

\* I encourage the taking of photographs at all my meetups. By attending this meetup you acknowledge that you may be photographed and that said photograph(s) may be posted on the Meetup App or on Social Media.

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