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March First Friday Art Walk
Spring-themed evening art stroll through 25+ galleries, cafes, and wine bars in La Jolla Village.
Onyoku Sessions
Free sound healing and sonic wellness sessions held at the Japanese Friendship Garden.
2026 SDSU Student Symposium (S3) Awards Ceremony
Awards ceremony recognizing over 70 outstanding student research projects with $20,000 in total cash prizes.
Toddler Time
Facilitated 30-minute toddler sessions with music, movement, stories, and art for children ages 5 and under.
Onyoku Sessions: Guitar by Alex Guillen
Monthly sound healing garden performance featuring guitarist Alex Guillen at the scenic Koi Deck.
2026 Oscar-Nominated Shorts – Live Action
Program of Oscar-nominated live-action short films screening at Digital Gym Cinema.
2026 Oscar-Nominated Shorts – Live Action
Five Oscar-nominated live-action short films in one program; adult themes, recommended for viewers 17 and older.
2026 Oscar-Nominated Shorts – Animation
Annual Oscar-nominated animated short film program featuring six international works including Butterfly and Forevergreen.
2026 Oscar-Nominated Shorts – Animation
Program of Oscar-nominated animated short films screening at Digital Gym Cinema.
First Friday Art Walk
Monthly self-guided tour of 20+ galleries and pop-up exhibits through La Jolla Village with light bites and live entertainment.
First Friday Art Walk – March
Monthly free art walk through La Jolla Village galleries with the theme "Luck," featuring over 20 exhibits, sips, and snacks.
The Love That Remains
Hlynur Pálmason's Icelandic drama about an artist and fisherman navigating their deteriorating marriage in the rural countryside.
The Love That Remains
Icelandic drama directed by Hlynur Pálmason screening at Digital Gym Cinema.
Nat at Night at San Diego Natural History Museum
Recurring Friday evening museum access with rooftop bar, street food, art-making, and Sketchparty sessions.
First Friday Arts District
Monthly art walk across Liberty Station with live performances, open artist studios, and pop-up galleries.
MCASD Art Auction
Live art auction of 60 works by emerging and established artists including Baldessari, Ruscha, and de Saint Phalle.
Art Auction 2026
Biennial live and silent auction of 64 works by emerging and established artists, with cocktails and food.
Overnight Adventure
Sleep in authentic enlisted berthing, take guided behind-the-scenes tours, and explore the Flight Deck under the stars.
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
A youth musical based on Grace Lin's award-winning novel following a girl on a quest to change her family's fortune with magical creatures.
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon – Pajama Night
Pajama Night performance of the San Diego premiere musical adaptation of Grace Lin's award-winning novel; wear pajamas for a complimentary gift.
Studio Shakes: Julius Caesar
Contemporary queer-lens reimagining of Shakespeare's political tragedy about democracy and civil war.
The Chronology of Water
Kristen Stewart directs this adaptation of Lidia Yuknavitch's memoir, screening at Digital Gym.
The Chronology of Water
Kristen Stewart directs this autobiographical adaptation of a woman transforming childhood trauma into literary self-discovery.
MiraCosta College Presents: Cinderella
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella Broadway Edition with multiple performances running through March 15 at MiraCosta College Theatre.
Brahms Festival: Violin Concerto & Symphony No. 4
Violinist Leonidas Kavakos joins Rafael Payare for two major Brahms works including the Violin Concerto.
The Garcia Project
Tribute band performing full classic Jerry Garcia Band shows at Music Box.
Camila Regresa Tour
Grammy-winning Latin pop trio Camila reunites to perform classic hits and their new album 'Regresa.'
The Garcia Project
The Garcia Project performs full classic Jerry Garcia Band shows from 1976–1995.
Camila - Regresa Tour
Camila reunites with original members for a night of chart-topping Latin pop ballads on their Regresa Tour.
Drag Me to Karaoke with Whorchata
Late-night drag karaoke hosted by Whorchata at the Clark Cabaret & Bar.
Dia de la Mujer Exhibition: Exquisite Potential
Women and nonbinary artists explore transformation and power in a group exhibition at Casa Familiar through May 2026.
Gyotaku Fish Printing Demo
Free hands-on demonstration of gyotaku, the traditional Japanese art of fish printing.
2026 Candlewood Arts Festival
Desert public art celebration featuring community walks, new art projects, and a unity festival with food.
Saturday Morning Hike at Wilderness Gardens
Ranger-led tour of the County's first open space preserve featuring Native American grinding stones.
36th Annual San Diego Koi Show
The largest West Coast koi show displays 300+ fish with expert judging, vendor marketplace, pond care education, and free admission.
Discovery Table at Ramona Grasslands
Learn about local wildlife through taxidermy, pelts, skins, and skulls displayed at an outdoor table.
Morning Ranger-led Hike at San Dieguito
Ranger-led 1-to-2-mile walk through the park trail system covering local history.
North Park Community Fair: Creator Fair
Monthly community gathering at Verbatim Books featuring local artists, makers, readers, and small businesses in North Park.
Gaslamp Artisan Market
Outdoor shopping market in the Gaslamp Quarter featuring handcrafted art, jewelry, and clothing every weekend.
San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering (Expo Day)
Free STEAM festival at Petco Park with hundreds of exhibitors, live performances, and hands-on activities for all ages.
Carving the Landscape
Hands-on Japanese clay carving workshop at Mingei International Museum for all skill levels.
Harney Street Market
Free open-air artisan market featuring jewelry, photography, pottery, clothing, paintings, and woodworking.
Harney Street Market 2026
Weekend arts and artisan market in Old Town featuring jewelry, pottery, paintings, photography, and woodworking.
Gaslamp Artisan Market 2026
Weekend outdoor market in the historic Gaslamp Quarter featuring handcrafted art, jewelry, and clothing.
Open House San Diego 2026
Free celebration of architecture and design opening noteworthy spaces across San Diego neighborhoods.
Wabi Ikebana Flower Show
Free two-day ikebana flower arrangement demonstrations and displays at Casa del Prado.
Intro to Spray Paint: Working with Montana 94 Workshop
Hands-on 3-hour workshop teaching spray paint techniques, clean lines, fades, and stenciling on canvas.
Ranch House Tours
Free docent-led tour through the 200-year-old Los Penasquitos Ranch House.
Gyotaku Fish Printing Workshop
Hands-on traditional Japanese fish printing workshop using ink and rice paper in the Education Center.
Bloom Together: An International Women's Day Celebration
International Women's Day celebration with flower bar, inspiring speaker, crafts, and opportunity drawing benefiting women's empowerment globally.
Chanoyu Tea Ceremony Demonstration
Traditional Japanese tea ceremony with tea and sweets served by Urasenke practitioners in the Exhibit Hall.
CRY San Diego Holi 2026
San Diego's biggest Holi celebration featuring colors, music, food, performances, and community support.
Ranch House Tours
Docent-led tour through a 200-year-old historic ranch house at Los Penasquitos.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Stamp Rally Weekend
Collect themed stamps by locating Animal Crossing character standees throughout the aquarium, while supplies last.
Alexis Hall discussing HELL'S HEART
Virtual author discussion of the sci-fi novel Hell's Heart, followed by audience Q&A via Crowdcast.
Will Eisner Week 2026
Comic art panels and exhibits celebrating legendary comics creator Will Eisner at the Comic-Con Museum.
Will Eisner Week 2026 Panels
Four panel discussions celebrating graphic novel pioneer Will Eisner, concluding with a signing by cartoonist Mimi Pond.
Gatsby Tea at the Grand Del Mar
Art Deco-inspired afternoon tea with elegant finger sandwiches, house-baked scones, fine loose-leaf teas, and optional Champagne pairings.
French Conversation and Games
French language practice and cultural games at the House of France in Balboa Park.
SING-ALONG B Minor Mass
Interactive community sing-along of excerpts from Bach's Mass in B Minor with the ensemble and Artistic Director Ruben Valenzuela.
Intro to the Pottery Wheel
Beginner pottery wheel session for ages 8 and up, including teens and adults, in Artopia studio.
Studio Shakes: Julius Caesar
Contemporary queer-lens reimagining of Shakespeare's political tragedy about democracy and civil war.
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
San Diego premiere youth musical following Minli, a brave girl in mythical ancient China on a quest to change her family's fortune.
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
A youth musical based on Grace Lin's award-winning novel following a girl on a quest to change her family's fortune with magical creatures.
Paint the Jewels of La Jolla — World Wildlife Day Celebration
Free outdoor art and wildlife event with guided beach walk and painting activities at Kellogg Park.
Montez de Durango
Live concert by popular norteño and regional Mexican band Montez de Durango.
Montéz de Durango – Gran Baile
Live regional Mexican music and dance event with Montéz de Durango at Escondido World Marketplace.
Wicked: For Good
The stunning conclusion to the Wicked musical film saga, celebrating friendship and the magic of Oz.
The Runway Gala: Threads of Identity
Cultural runway showcase with 40 models presenting three fashion collections celebrating artistry and inclusive style.
San Diego Saints Choir: Lamb of God
The San Diego Saints Choir and Orchestra perform John Debney's sacred oratorio Lamb of God.
Fortune Feimster: Takin' Care of Biscuits Comedy Tour
Comedian Fortune Feimster brings her stand-up show with stories from her hit Netflix specials.
Lamb of God – San Diego Saints Choir & Orchestra
Sacred choral concert bringing Christ's final days to life through powerful music and testimony.
Sofar Sounds - Liberty Station
Intimate secret-location live music concert in San Diego's Liberty Station neighborhood with surprise artists.
Brahms Festival: Symphony No. 3 & Violin Concerto
Kavakos and Payare close the Brahms Festival with Symphony No. 3 and the Violin Concerto in D Major.
Sofar Sounds - North Park
Secret intimate live music show at a hidden North Park venue featuring three surprise performing acts.
The Dark Knight
Christopher Nolan's acclaimed Batman film featuring Heath Ledger's iconic and unforgettable performance as the Joker.
Studio Shakes: Much Ado About Nothing
Shakespeare's romantic comedy reimagined as the ultimate enemies-to-lovers story by UC San Diego Theatre.
Rob Thorsen Quartet
Bassist Rob Thorsen performs original material with saxophonist Kahlil Childs, pianist Melonie Grinnell, and drummer Richard Sellers.
Rhapsody in Blue - City Ballet of San Diego
City Ballet of San Diego performs three contemporary ballets set to Gershwin's beloved score.
Rhapsody in Blue
City Ballet of San Diego presents three contemporary ballets featuring works by Geoffrey Gonzalez, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, and Christopher Wheeldon.
Ego Trip Presents: Leather & Lace XII: Mutiny
Immersive pirate-themed dance party on three floors with art installations, aerial acts, and headliner Township Rebellion.
FREQUENCIES OF THE FUTURE
Cinematic electronic show blending music, visuals, lasers, and immersive storytelling featuring artist TR3AL.
Second Sunday Vintage & Makers Market at Sea Hive Station
Monthly outdoor vintage and makers market at Sea Hive Station in Liberty Station with 100+ local vendors.
SDSU GO! Cherry Blossom Festival Trip
SDSU-organized group trip to the Cherry Blossom Festival at Balboa Park's Japanese Friendship Garden.
Girl Scout Accordion Sketchbooks Workshop
Girl Scouts craft personalized accordion sketchbooks using recycled materials inspired by museum artists.
Women's History Month Walking Tours
Guided walking tour honoring women who shaped Balboa Park and San Diego's history, starting at Bea Evenson Fountain.
Gaslamp Artisan Market
Outdoor shopping market in the Gaslamp Quarter featuring handcrafted art, jewelry, and clothing every weekend.
Girl Scout Accordion Sketchbooks Workshop
Art workshop for Girl Scouts creating accordion-style sketchbooks using mixed media techniques.
Harney Street Market
Free open-air artisan market featuring jewelry, photography, pottery, clothing, paintings, and woodworking.
International Women's Day Brunch & Makers Market
Brunch and artisan makers market at Stone Brewing Liberty Station celebrating International Women's Day.
La Jolla Historical Society: Growing Together
Free family community event with hands-on art, Fern Street Circus performances, food truck, and lawn games at MCASD.
Sky Tonight: Weekend Edition
Monthly daytime planetarium show at Fleet Science Center exploring the cosmos with a resident astronomer.
Play Day: Growing Together
Family-friendly artmaking event with live music, open play, and storytime inspired by artist Robert Irwin.
The Sky Tonight: Observatories around the World (Weekend Edition)
Weekend live planetarium show exploring ground-based observatories and their celestial discoveries.
Free Second Sunday
Monthly free admission day at MCASD featuring exhibitions, family activities, guided tours, and live music.
Film Geeks San Diego: Blood on the Moon
Classic 1948 Robert Mitchum Western presented as part of Film Geeks SD's 'Wanted Dead or Alive: A Year of Westerns' series.
Ramona Grange Artisan Market
Outdoor artisan market with handmade jewelry, crafts, baked goods, art, and a food truck.
Film Geeks San Diego: Blood on the Moon
Monthly Film Geeks series screens Robert Wise's 1948 noir Western at Digital Gym Cinema.
Romance Book Club
Monthly in-store romance book club meeting featuring the queer sports romance The Prospects with 20% discount.
MCASD x Yearbook Creative Club: Photo Walk
Community photo walk guided by photographers exploring local murals, ending at MCASD for Free Second Sunday programming.
Rethink Everything You Know About Craft Beer – Book Release Party
Author Jess Merritt hosts a release celebration for her craft beer culture book at Seek Beer Co. in North Park.
Weekends with Locals: Kristin Kelly
In-store author event featuring local writer Kristin Kelly discussing her book Uma's Head.
BYOB: Bring Your Own Boots – Line Dance Series
Beginner-friendly weekly line dance class series welcoming all skill levels.
Native Flute Circle
Community native flute circle gathering at Mission Trails Regional Park.
Creative Connections
Outdoor social meetup for creatives to connect and share ideas at Mission Bay Park.
Ranch House Tours
Docent-led tour through a 200-year-old historic ranch house at Los Penasquitos.
Rhapsody in Blue
Three contemporary ballets by Gonzalez, Lopez Ochoa, and Wheeldon showcasing innovation and imagination on stage.
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
A youth musical based on Grace Lin's award-winning novel following a girl on a quest to change her family's fortune with magical creatures.
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
San Diego premiere youth musical following Minli, a brave girl in mythical ancient China on a quest to change her family's fortune.
Free Organ Concert at Spreckels Organ Pavilion
Weekly free outdoor organ concert at Balboa Park's Spreckels Organ Pavilion every Sunday.
International Women's Day Benefit Show
Donation-based afternoon benefit with four female-fronted bands supporting Sister League and Girls Inc. of San Diego.
'Soul Sunday'
Free all-ages monthly music showcase featuring neo-soul, funk, and jazz with live DJ and band.
Rhapsody in Blue
City Ballet of San Diego presents three contemporary ballets featuring works by Geoffrey Gonzalez, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, and Christopher Wheeldon.
Lincoln Trio
Intimate chamber music performance by the acclaimed Lincoln Trio at the Center Theater.
12th Annual Route 78 Mariachi Festival
Festive mariachi showcase featuring Mariachi Champaña de Nevin and Mariachi Garibaldi, with an optional VIP Tacos & Tequila reception.
Route 78 Mariachi Festival
Family-friendly cultural showcase featuring top professional mariachi groups in an energetic afternoon concert.
Spilling the Tea Sessions ft. PARU
Intimate couples storytelling series hosted by PARU at the Clark Cabaret.
Spilling the Tea Sessions ft. PARU
Intimate afternoon performance and conversation series featuring artist PARU at the cabaret.
Le Salon de Musiques – Concert 6
Intimate chamber music concert featuring Schumann and a US premiere of Noskowski, with a high-tea buffet and French Champagne.
San Diego Symphony at McCallum Theatre
Rafael Payare and Leonidas Kavakos bring the San Diego Symphony's Brahms program to Palm Desert.
Birch After Hours
Relaxing all-ages Sunday evening experience at the aquarium with discounted admission tickets.
The Magic of Eric Eaton
Two-time Merlin Award winner for Comedy Magician of the Year performs an evening of comedy magic.
Willie Waldman Project feat. Jake Cinninger, Tony Franklin, Tony Austin + Desire 4
All-star jazz-fusion show with trumpet legend Willie Waldman and members of Umphrey's McGee, Kamasi Washington's band, and live painting by Norton Wisdom.
Good Will Hunting
Matt Damon and Robin Williams star in this acclaimed drama about a troubled genius finding his path.
IAN MAKSIN: 'Songs of Love & Peace' New Album Tour
Multilingual world music concert with cellist Ian Maksin performing songs from 43 languages.
The Magic of Eric Eaton (Late Show)
Late show by two-time Merlin Award-winning comedy magician Eric Eaton at Mic Drop Comedy.
March Day Camp
Full-day arts day camp for youth at ArtReach Studio in Hillcrest.
Studio Arts Workshop | Multiple Printmaking Techniques
Hands-on printmaking workshop exploring multiple techniques at the Oceanside Museum of Art.
Watercolor Classes with Kene Lohmann
Adult watercolor painting class exploring techniques and creative expression for all skill levels.
Watercolor Class with Kene Lohmann
Adult watercolor workshop for all skill levels exploring techniques and creative expression.
Behind-the-Scenes Tour at The Old Globe
One-hour guided tour covering costume design, stagecraft, lighting, and sound across all three Old Globe theatres.
Little Mess Club – Creative Play for Toddlers
Hands-on creative art play sessions for toddlers with all materials and smocks provided.
Judeo-Spanish (Ladino) Course For Beginners Level 2
Intermediate Ladino language course covering vocabulary, traditional songs, proverbs, and Sephardic Jewish culture.
Mini-Concert: Junwen Liang, Piano
Free lunchtime classical recital by Chinese pianist Junwen Liang, no tickets required.
Tea Time Book Recommendations
Virtual Zoom event where Warwick's booksellers and publishing reps share their latest book picks.
Youth Ceramics: At The Wheel (Ages 8-10)
Four-week pottery wheel series for children ages 8–10 at the museum's Artopia studio.
Youth Ceramics: At The Wheel – Ages 8-10
Four-week wheel-throwing pottery series for children ages 8-10 in the museum's Artopia studios.
STRADDLE: Pay-What-You-Will & Industry Night
Special pay-what-you-will performance of STRADDLE open to industry guests and the public.
Tao Wong discussing THE FIRST STEP
In-store author event celebrating the cultivation fantasy novel The First Step, with Q&A and book signing.
Perspectives Lecture Series: Phosphorus — Essential for Life
Dr. Julia Diaz presents on phosphorus's discovery and critical roles in marine and terrestrial systems from phytoplankton to food.
STRADDLE – Pay-What-You-Will & Industry Night
Special pay-what-you-will and industry night performance of STRADDLE at Diversionary Theatre.
Jam Oasis Field Trip Jam
Community jam session and musical field trip at North Park Lions Club in San Diego.
World Projects: A Portrait of Young Musicians
Three youth orchestras from Southern California and Las Vegas perform classical and contemporary works.
Argentine Tango Class
All-levels Argentine tango instruction every Monday evening at Centro Cultural de la Raza.
Chef's Table at Cannonball
An intimate, immersive dining experience showcasing creativity, seasonality, and culinary technique at Cannonball.
Free Admission Tuesday – San Diego County Residents
San Diego County residents receive free museum admission on the second Tuesday of each month with valid ID.
Resident Free Tuesday
San Diego County residents enjoy free museum admission on the second Tuesday of the month, with makerspace and story time activities.
Sound + Color = STEAM
Classics 4 Kids presents an educational performance exploring sound, light waves, and color theory for young audiences.
Book Club: The God of the Woods
Book club discussion of 'The God of the Woods' by Liz Moore in Clairemont.
City Ballet of San Diego: Rhapsody in Blue
City Ballet of San Diego performs Geoffrey Gonzalez's playful, energetic response to Gershwin's beloved score.
SD Nights Virtual Sketch Night
Virtual sketch drawing session for teens as part of the SD Nights arts program.
25th Annual Kyoto Prize Symposium Benefit Gala
A gala celebrating 2025 Kyoto Prize Laureates with scholarship announcements for San Diego and Tijuana high school students.
Argentine Tango Class
Free weekly Argentine tango class open to all skill levels; no partner or prerequisites required.
5th Annual Clara Breed Civil Liberties Lecture ft. Maggie Tokuda-Hall
Free civil liberties lecture by award-winning author Maggie Tokuda-Hall honoring Japanese American history.
2nd Tues Uke @ Mission Bay RV Resort
Tuesday evening ukulele jam session at Mission Bay RV Resort for players of all levels.
DGC Video: What Happened Was…
Cult film screening series presents Tom Noonan's 1994 indie drama at Digital Gym Cinema.
DGC Video: What Happened Was…
Tom Noonan's 1994 cult indie blending comedy, romance, and terror across one deeply unsettling first date.
Kiersten White discussing THE FOX AND THE DEVIL
In-store author event for the gothic fantasy novel The Fox and the Devil, with audience Q&A and signing.
Sujata Massey — The Star from Calcutta
Award-winning author Sujata Massey discusses and signs her Perveen Mistry mystery set in 1922 Bombay.
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