Abnormal Nights Free Show
2023-12-07 18:30 - 21:00 UTC | Adams Ave Theater, 3325 Adams Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92116, United States
Abnormal Nights Comedy is proud to present the NINTH Comedy Night at the Historic Adams Avenue Theater!
Doors 5:30 – Show 6:30 – Come early for best seating!
We WILL be checking reservations at the door! Please have your tickets available on your phone!
Super Special SECRET LINEUP!
T HE LAST 9 SHOWS HAVE BEEN AMAZING! WE LOVE OUR AUDIENCE! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Duck Foot Beer, wine, and Special Cocktails are available at the bar!
LIL BAGGINS COFFEE is sponsoring the event and will be handing out DELICIOUS locally roasted coffee samples for FREE!
CABETOS POPS next door is offering 15% off to anyone with a ticket to the show, just check in and show them your stamp! They are a great treat for before or after the show, if you haven’t tried them you’re missing out!
ZIA’S GOURMET PIZZA is also sponsoring the event! Please stop in and get a slice or two or three! They have delicious gourmet pizzas, dessert pizzas, and even Vegan options! Don’t miss out! Get it before and bring it to the show or stop by afterwards!
Parking is limited to street parking which is minimal in the area. We suggest locals walk and visitors to Normal Heights use public transport or ride-sharing.
Please be advised this is a comedy show and may include themes that are not intended for children! There will be adult language and situations!
There is a suggested 2-drink minimum. No one’s keeping track but the bar sales help keep the show free!
Tips for the comedians are really appreciated if you had a good time!
Please send any questions you may have about the event to alexpetitsd@gmail.com! Tips can be sent via Venmo or Cash App to @duckfootcomedy, Thanks!

New City Church Services
2023-12-03 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-11-26 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-11-19 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-11-12 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-11-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-10-29 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-10-22 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-10-15 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) and 10 more dates
We are so glad you are interested in joining us on Sundays! We are gathering in Normal Heights every Sunday at the Adams Avenue Theater located at 3325 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116.
Parking for guests and families with children is in the lot at 3366 Adams Ave. Once parked, check-in your children up to age 11 to our City Kids ministry, and cross the street to join our gathering at the Theater.

Candlelight: A Tribute to José José
2023-11-30 18:15 - 20:00 UTC
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in San Diego. Get your tickets now to discover the music of José José at Adams Avenue Theater under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
📍 Venue: Adams Avenue Theater
📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 65 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
♿ Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
❓ View the FAQs for this event here
🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert (min 40+ people), please click here
🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in San Diego
🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program

“Vamos a Darnos Tiempo”
“Lo Que No Fue No Será”
“Si Me Dejas Ahora”
“Desesperado”
“Volcán”
“40 y 20”
“Amar y Querer”
“Almohada”
“Amor, Amor”
“Lo Dudo”
“El Triste”
“Gavilán o Paloma”

Performers

Adelaide Pilar Band:

Male Singer
Keys
Guitar
Bass
Percussion

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi at Adams Avenue Theater
2023-11-29 18:15 - 20:00 UTC
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in San Diego. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Joe Hisaishi at Adams Avenue Theater under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
📍 Venue: Adams Avenue Theater
📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
♿ Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
❓ View the FAQs for this event here
🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert (min 15+ people), please click here
🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in San Diego
🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program

Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind – Opening Theme
Laputa: Castle in the Sky – Kimi wo Nosete – Carrying You
My Neighbour Totoro – Kaze no Toori Michi – Path of the Wind
My Neighbour Totoro – Tonari no Totoro – Main Theme
Kiki’s Delivery Service – Umi no Mieru Machi – A Town with an Ocean View
Kiki’s Delivery Service – Tabidachi – Journey
Princess Mononoke – Main Theme
Spirited Away – Inochi no Namae – Name of Life
Spirited Away – Chihiro’s Waltz
Ponyo – Gake no Ue no Ponyo – Ponyo on the Cliff
The Wind Rises – A Journey (A Dream of Flight)
Kikujiro – Summer
The Tale of Princess Kaguya – When I Remember This Life
Howl’s Moving Castle – Merry Go Round of Life

Performers

String Quartet – Range Ensemble

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi at Adams Avenue Theater
2023-11-29 18:15 - 20:00 UTC
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in San Diego. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Joe Hisaishi at Adams Avenue Theater under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
📍 Venue: Adams Avenue Theater
📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
♿ Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
❓ View the FAQs for this event here
🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert (min 40+ people), please click here
🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in San Diego
🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program

Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind – Opening Theme
Laputa: Castle in the Sky – Kimi wo Nosete – Carrying You
My Neighbour Totoro – Kaze no Toori Michi – Path of the Wind
My Neighbour Totoro – Tonari no Totoro – Main Theme
Kiki’s Delivery Service – Umi no Mieru Machi – A Town with an Ocean View
Kiki’s Delivery Service – Tabidachi – Journey
Princess Mononoke – Main Theme
Spirited Away – Inochi no Namae – Name of Life
Spirited Away – Chihiro’s Waltz
Ponyo – Gake no Ue no Ponyo – Ponyo on the Cliff
The Wind Rises – A Journey (A Dream of Flight)
Kikujiro – Summer
The Tale of Princess Kaguya – When I Remember This Life
Howl’s Moving Castle – Merry Go Round of Life

Performers

String Quartet – Range Ensemble

GOOD BURGER 2 [Free Advance Screening]
2023-11-19 17:30 - 19:30 UTC
-Doors at 4:30, Show at 5:30
-This is a FREE screening, Courtesy of Paramount+
-The theater will be overbooked to ensure capacity. Please arrive early to guarantee entry
-This screening will have a regular seating setup with The Adams Avenue Theater’s provided chairs only
-Bring the whole family! Max of 6 tickets per order, please. If you have a party larger than 6 and want to attend, please contact eddie@popcornreef.com
It’s been a long time coming, but Kenan and Kel are back on the big screen, and all of us here at Popcorn Reef wanted to do something to celebrate it. So we’ve teamed up again with The Adams Avenue Theater in Normal Heights to bring you a movie night that you’ll never forget. On November 19th at 5:30 PM, be a part of one of the first audiences in the world to see GOOD BURGER 2, as we host a free advance screening of the film, ahead of its streaming premiere on Paramount+ on November 22nd.
Not only is this the first time you’ll be able to see the film in San Diego, it’s realistically the only time you will be able to catch the film theatrically. Join us as we catch up with Ed and Dex, and see what’s next for them in their burger flippin’ adventures.
As soon as you walk through the doors, we’ll take you back to a time when ALL THAT and SNICK meant everything in life. Come early when the doors open at 4:30 to catch classic sketches and Nickelodeon bits on the screen. We also encourage you to come dressed as your favorite ALL THAT character. The top 3 costumes will win a prize package!
On November 19th, can we take your order? This is going to be rad.

Quick extra note here: It was our dream to see this long-awaited sequel in a theater with a crowd, and Paramount was kind enough to let us throw this event. We want to give a special shout out to everyone on the team there for letting us do our movie-theater-party thing with this one.
Please Note:
-This screening is at The Adams Avenue Theater (3325 Adams Ave)
-Doors at 4:30, Show at 5:30
-This is a FREE screening, Courtesy of Paramount+
-The theater will be overbooked to ensure capacity. Please arrive early to guarantee entry
-Bring the whole family! Max of 6 tickets per order, please. If you have a party larger than 6 and want to attend, please contact eddie@popcornreef.com
-There will be no delivery of tickets via shipping or email – we’ll simply have your name on the list at the door (plus however many tickets you sign up for). Please bring your ID for verification purposes to check in and have your entire party available when you check in.
-If you have any questions at all, please contact eddie@popcornreef.com

GOOD BURGER 2 Synopsis:
GOOD BURGER 2 is the new original movie sequel to the iconic ‘90s feature film based on the sketch from the Nickelodeon comedy series All That. Produced by Nickelodeon Studios, GOOD BURGER 2 will premiere on Wednesday, November 22, exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S. and Canada and on Thursday, November 23, on Paramount+ in the UK and Australia. The film also will be available in additional Paramount+ international markets shortly after.
The highly anticipated film sequel follows Dexter Reed (Kenan Thompson) and original cashier Ed (Kel Mitchell) as they reunite in the present day at fast-food restaurant Good Burger with a hilarious new group of employees. In GOOD BURGER 2, Dexter Reed is down on his luck after another one of his inventions fails. Ed welcomes Dex back to Good Burger with open arms and gives him his old job back. With a new crew working at Good Burger, Dex devises a plan to get back on his feet but unfortunately puts the fate of Good Burger at risk once again.
In addition to Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell, GOOD BURGER 2 also stars Lil Rel Howery (Get Out) as Cecil McNevin, Jillian Bell (Murder Mystery 2) as Katt Boswell, Kamaia Fairburn (Blockbuster) as Mia, Alex R. Hibbert (THE CHI) as Ed2, Fabrizio Guido (Perry Mason) as Mr. Jensen, Elizabeth Hinkler (The Good Doctor) and Emily Hinkler (The Good Doctor) as Cindy and Mindy and Anabel Graetz (Free Guy) as Ruth. The film also will feature surprise celebrity cameos as well as original GOOD BURGER cast members who are reprising their roles: Josh Server as Fizz, Lori Beth Denberg as Connie Muldoon and Carmen Electra as Roxanne.

Candlelight: A Tribute to David Bowie
2023-11-18 18:15 - 20:00 UTC
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in San Diego. Get your tickets now to discover the music of David Bowie at Adams Avenue Theater under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
📍 Venue: Adams Avenue Theater
📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
♿ Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
❓ View the FAQs for this event here
🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert (min 15+ people), please click here
🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in San Diego
🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program

“Space Oddity”
“Life on Mars?”
“Changes”
“Suffragette City”
“Ziggy Stardust”
“Starman”
“Rebel Rebel”
“Young Americans”
“Fame”
“Heroes”
“Under Pressure” (David Bowie and Queen)
“Let’s Dance”
“Valentine’s Day”

Performers

String Quartet – Range Ensemble

Reviews of Candlelight Concerts
💬 Awilda R. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: “Wonderful venue… incredible musicians.”
💬 Aleks D. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: “Beautiful location and amazingly talented musicians.”
💬 Daniel V. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: “Absolutely amazing! stellar performance by the musicians and a great array of song pieces played. Highly recommend.”

Candlelight: Día De Los Muertos - Celebrating the Day of the Dead
2023-11-01 18:15 - 20:00 UTC
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in San Diego. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Día De Los Muertos at Adams Avenue Theater under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
📍 Venue: Adams Avenue Theater
📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 65 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
♿ Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
❓ View the FAQs for this event here
🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert (min 40+ people), please click here
🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in San Diego
🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program

La Llorona – Traditional folk song
La Bruja – Traditional folk song
Recuérdame (Remember Me) from Disney Pixar’s Coco – Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez
Amor Eterno – Juan Gabriel
Paloma Negra – Chavela Vargas
Un Puño de Tierra – Antonio Aguilar

Performers

Adelaide Pilar Band

Guitar
Violin
Bass
Vocalist

Screening: SLAUGHTERHOUSE with Director Rick Roessler and Actor Bryan Butler
2023-10-25 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
Doors at 6:30; Show at 7; Q&A starts after the screening of the film
Popcorn Reef Sleepover format – bring your own chairs or blankets if you so choose (regular seating is always also available; details below)

You know we couldn’t leave you hanging…for too long…on Halloween week! We’re all about tricks and treats here at Popcorn Reef, so we had to pull off something legendary to celebrate you horror fans in our city. Buddy is back in San Diego this Halloween, and he’s going hog wild in Normal Heights as we take over The Adams Avenue Theater for a night of gnarly thrills.
On October 25th, join us as we screen the most notorious film ever shot in San Diego – SLAUGHTERHOUSE – and we welcome the director of the film, Rick Roessler, along with the star of the forthcoming SLAUGHTERHOUSE sequel, Bryan Butler, in-person for a special Q&A after the film.
But that’s not all! For all of you diehard SLAUGHTERHOUSE fans, Mr. Roessler has been kind enough to bring some original props from the film to The Adams that you’ll be able to see during the event and grab some pictures with.
As San Diego natives, SLAUGHTERHOUSE holds a dear place in our hearts at Popcorn Reef. We can’t be more honored to host this event, and we sincerely hope you join us for this one.
On October 25th, it’s time for 360 pounds of cleaver-mania. We’ll see you at the SLAUGHTERHOUSE!
P.S. – We recommend reading this great recent article by Diane Bell in the San Diego Union-Tribune on the making of SLAUGHTERHOUSE 2 before the show.

Abnormal Nights COMEDY - FREE SHOW
2023-10-19 18:30 - 20:30 UTC
Abnormal Nights Comedy is proud to present the SEVENTH monthly Comedy Night at the Historic Adams Avenue Theatre!

Doors 5:30 – Show 6:30 – Come early for best seating!
We WILL be checking reservations at the door!
Please have your tickets available on your phone!

Super Special SECRET LINEUP!

THE LAST 7 SHOWS HAVE BEEN AMAZING! WE LOVE OUR AUDIENCE! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Duck Foot Beer, wine and Special Cocktails available at the bar!
CABETOS POPS next door is offering 15% off to anyone with a ticket to the show, just check in and show them your wrist band! They are a great treat for before or after the show, if you haven’t tried them you’re missing out!
LIL BAGGINS COFFEE is sponsoring the event and will be handing out DELICIOUS locally roasted coffee samples for FREE!
ZIA’S GOURMET PIZZA is also sponsoring the event! Please stop in and get a slice or two or three! They have delicious gourmet pizzas, dessert pizzas and even Vegan options! Don’t miss out! Get it before and bring it to the show or stop by afterwards!
Parking is limited to street parking which is minimal in the area. We suggest locals walk and visitors to Normal Heights use public transport or ride sharing.
Please be advised this is a comedy show and may include themes that are not intended for children! There will be adult language and situations!
There is a suggested 2-drink minimum. No one’s keeping track but the bar sales help keep the show free!
Tips for the comedians are really appreciated if you had a good time!
Please send any questions you may have about the event to alexpetitsd@gmail.com!

Screening: MY DEMON LOVER
2023-09-15 19:30 - 21:30 UTC
Doors at 7, Show at 7:30
**Note – We have moved this show to Friday, September 15th from its original date of September 14th.**
Normal Heights, have you missed us? Because we’ve surely missed you.
On Friday, September 15th, we’re back to usher in a new wave of screenings at The Adams Avenue Theater. Join us as we kick off the first-ever edition of our new sub-screening series, Popcorn Reef Sleepover, with one of the most gleefully bizarre films to emerge out of the 1980s – MY DEMON LOVER.
The Scott Valentine-starring romantic-horror-comedy is celebrating a brand new restoration and blu-ray release from Shout! Factory next month, and we will be one of the first places, if not the first place, in the world to screen this new restoration on the big screen. So if you don’t show up, you’re like…missing out on a moment in film history or something.
You’re also going to want to be in the building for the first ever Popcorn Reef Sleepover. “What the hell is Popcorn Reef Sleepover?” you may ask. It’s a brand new idea we’ve been working on all summer with The Adams Avenue Theater that’s designed to let you take a night off from 2023 and feel like you’re back in 1980, or 1990-something. Remember when you could post up on a Friday night, have some Gushers and a Capri Sun, and watch whatever trash was on Cinemax with your friends all night long while your parents had no clue what was happening? That’s basically what we’re going to do here – except in a giant concert hall with alcohol. Pajamas and/or costumes are encouraged, and if you come in something especially eye-catching, you might just win a prize.
We’ve also decided to open the floor plan up at The Adams to let you take your nostalgia trip a bit further. A portion of the theater floor will be completely open. We encourage you to bring blankets, pillows, and whatever else you want to lounge with directly on the ground, or you can bring your favorite camping chair to sit in*. Don’t worry – if this doesn’t sound appealing, we will still have a traditional seating area set up as well. This just gives you the option to watch the movie in a couple new ways.
On September 15th, join us for the movie party you’ve been waiting for in Normal Heights. We can’t wait to celebrate with the entire neighborhood!
MY DEMON LOVER Synopsis:
The one-sentence IMDb synopsis is a work of art, so it is presented here, unaltered.
A homeless street musician becomes a demon when sexually aroused.
MY DEMON LOVER Trailer:

Candlelight: A Tribute to Radiohead at Adams Avenue Theater
2023-09-14 18:15 - 20:00 UTC
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in San Diego. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Radiohead at Adams Avenue Theater under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
📍 Venue: Adams Avenue Theater
📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
♿ Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
❓ View the FAQs for this event here
🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert (min 40+ people), please click here
🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in San Diego
🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program

Burn the Witch
Everything in Its Right Place
Fake Plastic Trees
Karma Police
Weird Fishes / Arpeggi
Creep
How to Disappear Completely
All I Need
Let Down
Motion Picture Soundtrack
Paranoid Android

Performers

String Quintet – Range Ensemble

Violins (2)
Viola
Cello
Upright Bass

Abnormal Nights
2023-08-24 19:30 - 21:00 UTC
Abnormal Nights Comedy is proud to present the FIFTHmonthly Comedy Night at the Historic Adams Avenue Theatre! We are moving to FRIDAYS!

Doors 6:30 – Show 7:30 – Come early for best seating!
We WILL be checking reservations at the door!
Please have your tickets available on your phone!

Super Special SECRET LINEUP!

THE LAST 4 SHOWS HAVE BEEN AMAZING! WE LOVE OUR AUDIENCE! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Duck Foot Beer, wine and Special Cocktails available at the bar!
CABETOS POPS next door is offering 15% off to anyone with a ticket to the show, just check in and show them your wrist band! They are a great treat for before or after the show, if you haven’t tried them you’re missing out!
ZIA’S GOURMET PIZZA is also sponsoring the event! Please stop in and get a slice or two or three! They have delicious gourmet pizzas, dessert pizzas and even Vegan options! Don’t miss out! Get it before and bring it to the show or stop by afterwards!
Parking is limited to street parking which is minimal in the area. We suggest locals walk and visitors to Normal Heights use public transport or ride sharing.
Please be advised this is a comedy show and may include themes that are not intended for children! There will be adult language and situations!
There is a suggested 2 drink minimum. No one’s keeping track but the bar sales help keep the show free!
Tips for the comedians are really appreciated if you had a good time!
Please send any questions you may have about the event to alexpetitsd@gmail.com!
