The Coronado Fourth of July celebration if fast approaching, and with a full day of events planned and over 100,000 people expected to come to the island, preparation is key. The Coronado Fourth of July board in the past has recommended visitors plan ahead for the crowds by finding a legal parking spot and bringing […]
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Calendar of events for the week of June 26
28 Sunday: The Coronado Ferry Landing is slated to host a weekend concert featuring Moonlight Miles at 2 p.m. 28 Sunday: On June 28, Coronado’s Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2422 will serve a picnic dinner of grilled chicken on a spring salad, with a croissant and chocolate chunk cookie. 28 Sunday: Jennifer Butler, […]
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NASCAR weekend: The highs, the lows, and everything in between
Over 100,000 fans entered the gates of Naval Air Station North Island over Father’s Day weekend to attend the first-ever NASCAR racing event on an active military base. The 3.4-mile “Qualcomm Circuit” weaved through the base where sailors typically operate, providing 16 turns for drivers to navigate. One notable corner passed the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier […]
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Start your engines: Day one of NASCAR San Diego is underway
The NASCAR Truck Series race is almost underway to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Navy, marking the first-ever NASCAR event on a military base. The historic race will take place on the Qualcomm Circuit, the 16-turn, 3.4-mile street course constructed aboard Naval Base Coronado. The race will begin at 4 p.m. PT […]
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Christina Dodd to be featured at Coronado Public Library author event
New York Times bestselling author Christina Dodd will be speaking at the Coronado Public Library on July 29 at 6:30 p.m. Dodd is the author of the “Daughter of Montague series.” Her latest novel, “Teach the Torches to Burn,” is the next installment in the series, which is a reimagining of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet.” […]
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Double Served Tennis Tournament raises money for Safe Harbor Coronado
With record-breaking attendance and oversold brackets, this year’s Double Served Tennis Tournament — hosted by the Coronado Junior Woman’s Club — raised over $40,000, with $15,000 donated to Safe Harbor Coronado. “This event has become so much bigger than tennis,” said event creator and chair Lyle Anderson. “It’s about community, connection, and creating an environment where people […]
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Pet of the week: Meet Bunny
Bunny is available for adoption at PAWS of Coronado. Staff members at the non-profit, which provides adoption and rehabilitation services to animals, said that Bunny is looking for a calm and compassionate adopter who will let her adjust at her own pace. Those interested in adoption can visit www.pawsofcoronado.org. Fostering, donating and volunteering are other ways […]
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Continue Independence Day festivities with Open Water Swim
On July 5 in Glorietta Bay, one of Coronado’s longest-running Fourth of July weekend traditions will return with the 2026 Open Water Swim. Formerly known as the Coronado Fourth of July Rough Water Swim, the event will feature a one-mile and half-mile race, along with a 250-meter youth sprint swim. “The Crown City Open Water […]
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Crown City Classic returns to Coronado in 2026
On July 4, 2026, the Crown City Classic celebrates its 53rd year, inviting runners of all ages to start their holiday with purpose, patriotism and panoramic views along San Diego Bay. The event features a 12K (7.4 miles), a fast-paced 5K, and the kids half-mile race. Participants will start in Tidelands Park and run along […]
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Calendar of events for the week of June 19
21 Sunday: Coronado’s own Matt Heinecke will perform at Spreckels Park on June 21 at 6 p.m. as part of Coronado Promenade Concerts’ free summer series. 23 Tuesday: Richard Lederer, San Diego Union-Tribune’s language columnist, will talk about the significance of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Gettysburg Address at 11 a.m. in the Coronado […]
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Calendar of events for the week of June 12
13 Saturday: The Coronado Playhouse will host fundraisers on June 13 at 2 and 7 p.m., and on June 14 at 2 p.m. for its upcoming production. Tickets range from $10 to $20 for an evening of music and cocktails honoring Stephen Sondheim, who was an American composer and lyricist. 14 Sunday: Journeymen, the Journey […]
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Visit us on July 4 to win a t-shirt featuring artwork from a local artist
Editor’s note: This is an advertisement feature from The Coronado News. The Coronado News will be giving away free shirts — featuring artwork from Coronado resident Maylen Nelson — on the 4th of July. Residents and visitors alike are welcome to enter our FREE drawing. The guidelines are simple: Stop by our table along the […]
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Xavier Marsh sets two state records
At the state track meet in Fresno, Coronado High School junior and Paralympic sprinter Xavier Marsh won both the 100- and 200-meter dashes with personal record times of 11.28 and 23.13, respectively. Both efforts were state meet records for the Paralympic T12 division for visually handicapped athletes.
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Calendar of events for the week of June 5
7 Sunday: The Blue Breeze Band will perform in Spreckels Park at 6 p.m. as part of Coronado Promenade Concerts’ summer series. 10 Wednesday: The Coronado Public Library, in collaboration with the Silver Strand Youth Center, will be hosting events for all ages every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. all summer long. On June 10, participants […]
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Former Coronado Mayor Richard Bailey takes early lead in primary for San Diego City Council seat
Former Coronado Mayor Richard Bailey led early election results for San Diego City Council’s District 2 seat on June 2 after polls closed, with Nicole Crosby close behind. Bailey had 38.79% of votes and Crosby had 31.32% as of June 3. The top two candidates from the June primary will move on to the November […]