La Jolla Playhouse’s WOW Festival Lineup Includes Over Two Dozen Art Experiences for All Ages
La Jolla Playhouse’s WOW Festival returns April 23–26 to the UC San Diego campus, bringing four days of fun and fearless art experiences for all ages that you won’t find anywhere else in San Diego.
Discover four days of immersive theatre, interactive cabaret, gravity-defying circus and genre-smashing performances from local, national, and international artists. Most performances are free to attend and require no reservation. A small number of ticketed events range from $10 to $29, and advance booking is recommended due to high demand.
“We are thrilled to once again present this joyous artistic celebration in partnership with UC San Diego!” said Eric Keen Louie, La Jolla Playhouse’s Artistic Producing Director. “Where else can you spend four days going from a brass band marching with its own cheer section, to a vertical circus, to a crowd-created choir, to immersive and interactive experiences the whole family can dive into – and almost all of it free? That range isn’t accidental. It’s the whole mission of WOW: that art has no single shape – and neither does an audience.”
Launched by La Jolla Playhouse in 2013, the WOW Festival has grown into one of the region’s most anticipated cultural events, celebrated for its bold, participatory experiences designed for audiences of all ages. The festival invites visitors to explore surprising, one‑of‑a‑kind moments—from interactive performances to immersive encounters that blur the line between artist and audience. Hear what makes WOW a must-see event from festivalgoers below:
Explore the full lineup, event details, schedules, locations, and ticket information at wowfestival.org. Start with the recommended schedules here and build the ultimate WOW weekend today!
Media credit: Images courtesy of lajollaplayhouse.org
Mike Peterson is a writer, editor, and strategist based in San Diego. When he’s not writing and editing the La Jolla news, you can often find him practicing yoga, rock climbing, or exploring the outdoors with his wife and dog.
