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Things to do in San Diego for the month of November.

“Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”

The Old Globe Theatre is transformed into the snow-covered Who-ville, right down to the last can of Who-hash. Featuring the songs “Santa for a Day,” “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” and “Welcome, Christmas (Fah Who Doraze).” Select dates Nov. 8–Dec. 31.

The Old Globe, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.theoldglobe.org saturday

Don’t forget to call to confirm dates, times and admission prices.

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FREE Día de los Muertos Celebration. Live music and dance performances, themed photo ops, kids crafts and more. 3–8 pm. Downtown Chula Vista. www.downtownchulavista.com/events/diade-los-muertos-celebration

FREE Old Town San Diego Día de los Muertos. 40+ altars, fun activities, candlelit procession and more. Today & tomorrow. Old Town. www.parks.ca.gov/EventDetails/17797

FREE Day of the Dead Gaslamp. Altars, decorations and more. Today, 11 am–9 pm & tomorrow, 11 am–6 pm. Gaslamp, downtown. www.dayofthedeadsd.com

FREE Día de los Muertos at Leo Carrillo Ranch. Colorful decorations, arts and crafts, photo ops and more. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–3 pm. Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, 6200 Flying Leo Carrillo Ln. www.carlsbadca.gov

FREE 30th Annual Día de los Muertos Festival. Vendors, food trucks, altars, catrinas, live entertainment, artisan market and more. Nov. 1, 4-9 pm. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. www.artcenter.org

“Annie.” The extraordinary story of a little orphan who ends up in the lap of luxury. Today, tomorrow & Nov. 7–9. $22.50–$24.50. Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. www.juniortheatre.com

Day Out with Thomas. Take a ride with Thomas, meet Percy and Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy a day of family fun. Today, tomorrow, Nov. 8–9 & 11. Southern California Railway Museum, 2201 S. ‘A’ St., Perris. Tickets: www.socalrailway.org

Sunset Scripps Pier Walks. Walking tours of Scripps Pier featuring hands-on science stations: squid dissections, local shark research and more. Today, tomorrow & Nov. 9. $40. Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Advance registration required: www.aquarium.ucsd.edu

SDSU Aztec Football. Tonight, Nov. 15 & 22. Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way. Tickets: www.goaztecs.com

Fleet Week San Diego. Events designed to honor and celebrate our military’s contribution to our nation and community. Through Nov. 9. Broadway Pier, downtown. Schedule: www.fleetweeksandiego.org

FREE Escondido Tamale Festival. Celebrate Hispanic culture with tamale contest, kids’ zone, music and more. 11 am–5 pm. Grape Day Park, 321 N. Broadway. https://usamulticultural.org/ escondido-tamale-festival

FREE Antique & Craft Fair Vendors Day at the Farm. Today & tomorrow, 9 am–3 pm. Summers Past Farms, 15602 Olde Hwy. 80, Flinn Springs.  www.summerspastfarms.com

Roar & Snore Safari. Experience a sleepover and observe the nighttime activities of wildlife and morning wildlife presentations. Today, Nov. 9, 14, 21, 22, 28 & 29. Starting at $160. Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido. www.sdzsafaripark.org

Rooftop Cinema Club: “Coco.” 1:30 pm. $11–$17. Manchester Grand Hyatt, 1 Market Pl. Full schedule: https://rooftopcinemaclub.com/san-diego

Escondido Renaissance Fair. Jousting, live entertainment and more. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–6 pm. $12–$30; under 5 free. Felicita County Park, 742 Clarence Ln. www.oldetymeproductions.com

“Working Girl.” A sharp and hilarious adaptation of the iconic 1988 film. Select dates through Nov. 30. 2910 La Jolla Village Dr. Tickets: www.lajollaplayhouse.org

Novemberfest. Face painting, photo booth, raffles and more. Proceeds support the Alta Vista Botanical Gardens and the Amigos De Vista Lions Club. For ages 21+. Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. https://altavistabotanicalgardens.org/ novemberfest/

The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park. $34.99. For ages 10+. Balboa Dr. & Juniper Rd. www.hauntedtrail.net

Haunted Corn Maze. 7–10 pm. $25. Carlsbad Strawberry Fields, Cannon Rd. & I-15. www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com

SeaWorld Spooktacular. Candy, costumes and plenty of spooky surprises. Today & tomorrow. Included with admission. 500 Sea World Dr. www.seaworld.com www.sandiegofamily.com/things-to-do/out-and-about

Brick-or-Treat Monster Party. Trickor-treating, character meet & greets with LEGO Monsters and more. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com

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Daylight Saving Time Ends

Komen More Than Pink Walk. This event brings together survivors, supporters and advocates to raise funds and support breast cancer patients. 8 am. Balboa Park. Register: www.komensandiego.com

FREE Coronado Holiday Festival. Performances by Coronado school children, Skydiving Santa, a dazzling fireworks show and more. Schedule: www.hoteldel.com

FREE Carlsbad Village Street Faire. Children’s rides, arts & crafts and more. 8 am–4 pm. Carlsbad Blvd. to Jefferson. www.kennedyfaires.com

FREE Spreckels Organ Society Concerts. Sundays, 2–3 pm. Pavilion-Pan American Pl., Balboa Park. www.spreckelsorgan.org

San Diego Gulls. Tonight, Nov. 7, 14, 15, 19, 22 & 28. Starting at $34. Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. www.sandiegogulls.com

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FREE The Super Dentists Candy Buy Back. Turn candy into cash, receive $1 for each pound of candy. Through Nov. 10. Deliver to any of their seven locations. www.thesuperdentists.com

Living Seas at Birch Aquarium. Venture into the hidden realm of a Giant Pacific Octopus, explore life beneath Scripps Pier and marvel at a vibrant coral reef. 9 am–5 pm. $24.95–$29.95; 2 & under free. 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu

Top Secret: Inside the High-Stakes World of Naval Intelligence. Go inside Midway’s restored Carrier Intelligence Center. Daily, 10 am–5 pm. Included with admission. $26–$39. USS Midway Museum, 910 N. Harbor Dr. www.midway.org

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Residents FREE Days at Balboa Park. Park museums offer free admission Tuesdays on a rotating basis throughout the month to residents of the City and County of San Diego, and to active military personnel and their dependents. Schedule: www.balboapark.org

San Diego FC Soccer Team. 5:30 pm. Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way. Tickets: www.sandiegofc.com

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UltraStar Cinemas Discount Thursdays. 50% off all movie tickets and popcorn. 7510 Hazard Center Dr. Showtimes: www.ultrastarmovies.com

FREE Party at the Pop Jet at Del Mar Highlands. Family-friendly entertainment. 10 am. 12925 El Camino Real. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com

FREE Santa Arrives on the Holiday Express Train. Train rides, crafts and more. 12–3 pm. Village Walk at EastLake, 884 Eastlake Pkwy., Chula Vista. www.shopvillagewalk.com

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KPBS Kids Event: Molly of Denali. Practice social skills and learn about different cultures through craft activities and story time. 10 am–12 noon. $14. San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320 N. Broadway, Escondido. www.visitcmod.org

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Space Night. Blast off into the universe and introduce little ones to astronomy, astronauts and aerospace. 5–7:30 pm. $17. Children’s Museum of Discovery, 320 N. Broadway, Escondido. www.visitcmod.org

“CoComelon: Sing-Along LIVE!” This interactive show brings CoComelon’s vibrant world to life. Starting at $33. California Center for the Arts, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. www.artcenter.org

Kids in the Garden: Cooking and Nutrition–Corn! 10 am–12 noon. $5. Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. Pre-register at farmerjonesavbg@gmail.com. https://altavistabotanicalgardens.org

FREE Red, White & Blue Salute. SeaWorld holds the men and women that have served in our armed forces in the highest regard, and is honored to host them at their park as guests. Through Nov. 10. 500 Sea World Dr. Details: www.seaworld.com/sandiego

“Lightscape”

This mile-long, illuminated trail has been reimagined with vibrant new installations from artists from around the world, plus a few returning favorites that continue to dazzle. Nov. 14 through Jan. 4, 5–10 pm. $18–$28; 2 & under free. San Diego Botanic Garden, 300 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. www.sdbg.org

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