Free Culture: The City Ballet presents Ballet at Twilight, a free performance directed by international artists Steven and Elizabeth Wistrich. The performance includes the “Kingdom of Shades” act from Petipa’s La Bayadere, with music by Leon Minkus and the patriotic “Salute to Souza” by Elizabeth Wistrich. The free show starts at 7:00 p.m. tonight at the City Heights Urban Village.

Pop goes Tchaikovsky: The Summer Pops Festival continues at the Navy Pier with a tribute to Tchaikovsky. You and your sweetie can enjoy a cool breeze off the bay with live music in the annual outdoor summer concert series under the stars while the Navy ships float in the background. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Navy Pier located at 960 N. Harbor Drive. Call (619) 235-0804 for more information.

Ebby Awards: Ebony Pride hosts its annual awards ceremony at The Center to benefit Ebony Pride and Umoja Center. Honorees are chosen on behalf of their continued commitment and service to the LGBT African-American community. The program starts at 7:00 p.m. at The Center. Tickets are $220 per table, $50 per couple or $30 per person. For more information call (619) 269-3245.

Sweet Dreams: New Village Arts Theater presents Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Sprinkle some fairy dust and grab your ass’s head and take a drive up to Stagecoach Park in Carlsbad (3420 Camino de los Coches) for the free outdoor showing of the Bard’s first play. The show starts at 7:00 p.m. and space is limited, so bring your blankets and lawn chairs. Call (760) 633-1130 for more information.

Our pick is Bishop’s Wood: Sit in the shade of the grandstand and pick your winners at Del Mar races “where the turf meets the surf.” It’s been a hit since 1937, so it can’t be all that bad, and if you choose your trifecta wisely you could walk home with a few extra bucks in your pocket. Post time is 2:00 p.m. The track is located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. in Del Mar. Call (858) 755-1141 for more information.

Make sure you don’t miss a spot: The living artwork from Michael Michelle’s 2004 Body Painting Calendar will be on display at a release party tonight, starting at 8:00 p.m. The $15 admission fee gets you in the door with a free calendar, and complimentary buffet and models, along with the artist himself, will be on hand. It’s all going down at The Flame, call (619) 295-4163 for more information.

Dinner and Degas: The famous artistic master of the dance is matched against the historical setting and famous cuisine of The Prado at Balboa Park. The Prado is offering an exclusive package that includes a meal for two at the restaurant and a pair of tickets to the museum exhibit. So get cultured and study the innocent yet introspective countenance of Degas’ Little Dancer and then dine on Prado’s chicken empañadas. What a savory combo! Call (619) 557-9441 for more information.

Rising Stars: Chelsea Chen and Jackson Borges headline this week’s Summer Organ Festival at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion. Make a night of it by bringing a picnic dinner, some lawn chairs or a blanket and settle in under the stars for some summertime easy listening. This summer marks the sixteenth year that the Spreckels Organ Pavilion has hosted this music festival, and the event is a popular one among families, couples and all lovers of free music. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Call (619) 235-1100 for more information.

Tuesday Night Out: Hillcrest continues its efforts to make San Diego a happier place with a cheap chance to explore the city’s oldest suburb. Restaurateurs, service providers and retailers do what they do for less from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with each participating establishment placing a “Tuesday Nite Out” sign in their window to make it easy to spot the frugal fun, including Hamburger Mary’s, Lalo’s, City Deli and Pizza Nova — the deals might be discounts or food and beverage specials.

A room without a view: May would have it made if only her interior designer would put a window in the bedroom wall. Tony-winning director Des McAnuff directs as May battles for her outside view while the scenery inside her life is looking worse for the wear. Her hubby’s guzzling martinis like mad and her daughter and her gay best friend aren’t as they seem. The curtain rises on Eden Lane at 8:00 p.m. at The La Jolla Playhouse, located at 2910 La Jolla Village Drive. Call (858) 550-1010 for more information.

Good cause & a good buzz: Bourbon Street hosts the annual Mama’s Kitchen wine tasting event, this year called Live…at Bourbon Street. This is their eighth annual wine tasting event. Proceeds from the event will help Mama’s Kitchen continue to provide services to those affected by AIDS throughout San Diego County. The event will feature cabaret-style entertainment, specialty wines, hors d’oeuvres and more food items. It all begins at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $35, with all proceeds benefiting Mama’s Kitchen. For tickets or more information, call (619) 233-6262, ext. 104.