Legend
- Free + Ticketed

- UCSD Vendor Fair
A tri-annual UC San Diego event on Library Walk hosting a variety of vendors.

+ The UnGala: A Dada Bash
A playful night of art, dance, costumes, community—a readymade benefit for affordable artist spaces

+ Chef's Dinner: The Study of Corn | The Kitchen at MCASD
Join our unforgettable monthly dinner series curated by Executive Chef and Partner Tim Kolanko of The Kitchen.

+ Girl Dinner & a Movie: "Regretting You"
Enjoy a small meal paired with a viewing of the film, “Regretting You.”

+ The Poetry Brothel San Diego: Spellbound
Conjure a realm of enchantment where words slip off page’s edge—until your fantasies dance alive before your very eyes.

+ Ghost Light Masquerade
Ghost Light Masquerade is San Diego’s ultimate Halloween performance experience — where the boundary between theatre and the supernatural is nothing more than a curtain.

- Nolan Oswald Dennis: Demonstrations (i)
Art Exhibition of Nolan Oswald Dennis at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library in La Jolla.

- Nolan Oswald Dennis: Demonstrations (i) - Opening Reception
An opening reception for artist Nolan Oswald Dennis at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library in La Jolla.

- Boundaries: Art Exhibit by Stephen Williams
Come experience artwork by Stephen Williams, connect with the community, and share in a night of creativity and mental health.

- Link SD Open Mic
Join for an evening with an open mic, an artist showcase, and food by Chef Ayana.

+ Haunted House IV at Bread & Salt Gallery
Join us for an evening at the Bread & Salt gallery with spooky art.

+ La Mezcla: "Ghostly Labor"
Experience a powerful, polyrhythmic dance and music performance honoring unseen workers through Chicana, Latina, and Indigenous traditions, followed by a free community fandango.

+ Sapphic Spaces: Costume Dance Party
Be ready for spooky vibes, mocktails, an amazing DJ, dance performances, and a costume contest!

Cameras & San Diego
Discover powerful media by emerging creatives and filmmakers, shining a spotlight on San Diego’s community members, local businesses, vibrant common spaces, and talented artists.

- DJ Jenny Pocket & Friends
Join us for a mid-day swirl cinnamon buns pop-up, featuring DJ Jenny Pocket & Friends.

- Suchafl Pop-Up: Bica
Come for a neighborhood pop-up with grooves, wine, locally sourced food, and vintage merch

+ Viva Los Muertos Festival
Exclusive, two-day Dia de Los Muertos festival in Ocean Beach.

+ Ghouls Night Out @ Amplified Studios
Local bands from Carlsbad in a Ghouls Night Out Showcase


+ Haunted House IV at Bread & Salt Gallery
Join us for an evening at the Bread & Salt gallery with spooky art.

- Nexus (Music, Dance, and Film)
Join us for an evening with Nicole Hernandez’ and Nexus, with food by Mariscos Mar y Tierra.

+ Sofar Sounds Concert at a creative space in University Heights
At this show, you’ll get up close and personal with artists, meet like-minded music fans, and experience a cool, local space in an entirely new way.

+ Giselle: City Ballet
One of ballet’s romantic masterworks, City Ballet of San Diego’s full-length production tells the story of life, death, and redemption.

+ Shore and Sage Wellness Market
This wellness and artisan market blends holistic healing, self-care services, local makers and creators, and mindful connection - all in one inclusive space.

- Sunday Delight: Sunday Brunch
Enjoy music by DJ Lesteezy & Friends at this food pop-up.

+ Pixels & Petals: A Filipino-American Celebration of Style, Culture, & Story
Join us for a day filled with Filipino American creativity, community, and culture.

+ Viva Los Muertos Festival
Exclusive, two-day Dia de Los Muertos festival in Ocean Beach.

+ Giselle: City Ballet
One of ballet’s romantic masterworks, City Ballet of San Diego’s full-length production tells the story of life, death, and redemption.

+ Silent Movie Mondays: Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922)
One of the first horror films in cinema history, Nosferatu.

- Scary Movie
Mavericks Movie Night: Spooky Szn presents a film screening of Hocus Pocus.


+ Travel Day: Explore Historic Pasadena & Visit the Norton Simon Museum
Multi-cultural day trip with stops at the Old Pasadena District and the Norton Simon Museum.

- Studio Sessions Jazz Night at Quartyard
Experience an intimate night of music and connection in the heart of San Diego’s East Village.

+ Ghost Light Masquerade Closing Night
Ghost Light Masquerade is San Diego’s ultimate Halloween performance experience — where the boundary between theatre and the supernatural is nothing more than a curtain.

+ 2025 Breeders' Cup World Championships
The world’s finest thoroughbreds and racing enthusiasts unite for a showcase of sport, elegance, and tradition.

+ Nightmare on Normal Street
Hillcrest’s most iconic tradition comes alive as University Avenue transforms into the ultimate Halloween block party.

- MG Halloween Party
An all-ages evening of festive fun with a costume contest, seasonal drink specials, delicious bites, a photobooth, and dancing.

+ 2025 Breeders' Cup World Championships
The world’s finest thoroughbreds and racing enthusiasts unite for a showcase of sport, elegance, and tradition.

+ San Diego Holiday Market
A holiday market that brings together independent artists and makers specializing in home decor, fashion, art, design, food, and more.

+ San Diego Japanese Festival
Get ready for a festive celebration of Japanese culture at the 2025 Aki Matsuri event in San Diego.

+ American Sign Language Enhanced Tour for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals
Recurring tour of the Timken Museum’s collection of Old Masters, American Art, and Russian icons in American Sign Language (ASL).

- Sagrado Fuego: A Día de los Muertos Celebration
Join us for altar tours, live music, and delicious food by Super Cocina in a celebration of life, memory, and culture.

+ Prospect 2025 | MCASD | Exhibition | Closing Date
A feature of five sculptural artworks as part of the art exhibition Prospect 2025.

+ San Diego Holiday Market
A holiday market that brings together independent artists and makers specializing in home decor, fashion, art, design, food, and more.

- Sunny Side Makers Market
Grab boba, meet local artists, get inspired, and be one of the first 100 attendees to score free gifts!

- El After Life: A Día de Los Muertos Celebration for the Community
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with the community, enjoy free activities, art installations, live performances, family-friendly fun, and more.


+ Curator Conversations - "Framing the Self: A Survey of Poetic Portraits"
A delightful conversation around portrait painting in Europe.

- Poetic Portraits: Allegory and Identity in Sixteenth-Century Europe
This opening exhibition at the Timken Museum explores the rich interplay of art, literature, and identity during the Renaissance.

+ Celebrating Women Summit
Guests will have access to a panel discussion and Q&A with some of the city’s most influential women leaders, along with delicious bites, networking opportunities, photo moments, and more.

- Synthetic Grins: Solo Exhibition
Join us for a night of Barfn’ at the Shift Gallery for a 3rd and biggest solo exhibition by artist @barfalamul.

+ A New Era for Women's History
Join Sandra Maas, Trustee for the San Diego History Center, in an evening to celebrate the legacy of Women’s Hall of Fame past inductees, recognize decades of community-building and advocacy, and rally support for the next chapter of women’s history in San Diego.

+ The Blank Table
The Blank Table is San Diego’s premier secret dinner series, featuring a five-course pre-fixe menu paired with expertly crafted cocktails by some of the region's top mixologists.

- Artist Talk: Matt Rich
Join us at the Athenaeum Music & Art for this special presentation of Matt Rich’s career, process, recent projects, and recent mural for Murals of La Jolla, 𝘈𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘥.

+ Priya Krishna
New York Times reporter and bestselling author Priya Krishna shares her unique perspective on food as a lens for culture, identity, and justice.

- First Friday Open Studios with Artist Leslie Pierce
A behind-the-scenes look at Artist Leslie Pierce in her creative studio at work.

+ La Jolla Music Society: Mariza
Join us for an evening performance with Portuguese fado singer, Mariza.

+ Capital of Craft Beer Festival
Craft Beer Festival located on the San Diego Harley-Davidson Festival Grounds.

+ Cinema is Power: Moderated Conversation with Cinematographer, Roger Deakins
An evening dedicated to the art of light and storytelling with cinematographer Roger Deakins.

- Eternalism / Fantasmas, Opening Reception
A beautiful and haunting art exhibition by Pasquale Verdicchio and Irén Tété at the Art Produce Gallery.

+ Sofar Sounds Concert in a cafe at Ocean Beach
At this show, you’ll get up close and personal with artists, meet like-minded music fans, and experience a cool, local space in an entirely new way.



+ Ballet Preljocaj: Gravity
Join us for a ballet performance choregraphed by Angelin Preljocaj.


+ Rustic Root Prohibition Dinner
Step back into the roaring 20s at Prohibition Night on Thursday, November 13th.

+ San Diego Botanic Garden Lightscape
Illuminated night-time trail in the San Diego Botanic Garden.

+ Candlelight Ballet: Swan Lake
Multi-sensory musical ballet performance under the gentle glow of candlelight.

- 11th Annual Memoir Showcase
Join us for the 11th Annual Memoir Showcase, where real stories are performed by professional actors live onstage at University City.

+ Sirens x Club Berlin: Curses
Sirens and Club Berlin proudly present the San Diego debut of legendary Curses

+ Candlelight Ballet: Swan Lake
Multi-sensory musical ballet performance under the gentle glow of candlelight.

+ San Diego Made Holiday Market
A creative holiday festival featuring 125+ local curated makers, showcasing the best of San Diego’s creative community and offering attendees a unique shopping experience outdoors.

+ Glitz and Glamour | Annual Fundraising Gala
Please join us along with the Board of Directors to celebrate City Ballet’s 33rd Season of artistic excellence, community outreach, and world-class ballet!

+ Ten Million Flowers | Curated by Andrew McIntosh
San Diego New Music and the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library present Ten Million Flowers, an evening of immersive contemporary works curated by violinist and composer Andrew McIntosh.

+ Sofar Sounds Concert at a community space in North Park
At this show, you’ll get up close and personal with artists, meet like-minded music fans, and experience a cool, local space in an entirely new way.

San Diego Made Holiday Market
This creative holiday festival will feature over 125 local curated makers, showcasing the best of San Diego's creative community and offering attendees a unique shopping experience outdoors in the vibrant Liberty Station NTC Park Field.

+ Lamb's Players Theatre: “Arms and the Man,” Closing Night
George Bernard Shaw’s sparkling comedy about love, war, and chocolate!

+ Wine & Masters: "The Evolving History of Champagne"
A talk centered around the history of champagne, hors d’oeuvres and drinks included.


- A Decade of Pop Prints and Multiples, 1962 to 1972
Join the Museum of Contemporary Art in their free public opening of their new exhibition centered around pop art.

+ Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
A beloved holiday tradition for 40 years, Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis blends festive classics, Grammy-winning sound, and immersive multimedia for a dazzling seasonal experience.


2025-26 Artist Alliance Biennial Opening Exhibition
Join OMA in an opening of their exhibition, the 2025-26 Art Alliance Biennial.

+ Art Talk: Fakes and Forgeries
Explore the intriguing world of fakes and forgeries in art with a lively illustrated talk.

- Opening Reception: Erté for the Holidays
An art gallery that celebrates some of the most renowned art styles and artists of the last 60 - 100 years.

- Female Maker Market in Little Italy
Hosted at the picturesque Piazza della Famiglia, this monthly marketplace brings together a dynamic mix of women-owned businesses, local artisans, and one-of-a-kind treasures.

+ Sofar Sounds Concert in cafe at Ocean Beach
At this show, you’ll get up close and personal with artists, meet like-minded music fans, and experience a cool, local space in an entirely new way.

+ Vanguardista Night: A Year-End Fundraiser at Matsu
Enjoy a meticulously crafted 6-course Japanese tasting menu in a sleek, intimate setting.

- First Friday Open Studios with Artist Leslie Pierce
A behind-the-scenes look at Artist Leslie Pierce in her creative studio at work.

+ It's Kitschmastime Again, Brian & Ryan
Expect a rollicking evening of festive music, offbeat storytelling, absurd theatricality, and lovingly over-the-top seasonal cheer.

+ MOMIX: Alice
Travel down the rabbit hole MOMIX-style with a production of Alice, inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.


+ The Nutcracker
Golden State Ballet’s The Nutcracker returns to the Civic Theatre with Raúl Salamanca’s exquisite choreography, stunning sets, and a live performance by the San Diego Symphony—San Diego’s most enchanting holiday tradition.

+ Write Out Loud: “Giving Season” Story Concert
Join us for the signature event of Write Out Loud, a curated selection of short stories, poetry, and sometimes music all read by professional actors.

+ Silent Movie Mondays: Double Feature: Old Scrooge (1926) & A Dog’s Life (1918)
Celebrate the season at Silent Movie Mondays with a special double feature!

+ La Jolla Playhouse | Burnout Paradise, Opening Night
Treadmills, chaos, and comedy fuel this theatrical spectacle.

+ The Nutcracker | City Ballet
Awarded San Diego’s Best Nutcracker, City Ballet of San Diego performs the traditional full-length holiday classic with live orchestra.

- Female Maker Market in Little Italy
Hosted at the picturesque Piazza della Famiglia, this monthly marketplace brings together a dynamic mix of women-owned businesses, local artisans, and one-of-a-kind treasures.

+ La Jolla Playhouse | Burnout Paradise, Closing Night
Treadmills, chaos, and comedy fuel this theatrical spectacle.


+ Louisa Gillis | A Play by Joanna McClelland Glass
Joanna McClelland Glass’s searing new drama weaves a sophisticated psychological thriller about family bonds, betrayal, and the possibility of healing.

+ Acousmonium by Sam Dunscombe
Composer and sound artist Samantha Dunscombe surrounds audiences in an acousmonium–an immersive “loudspeaker orchestra” of more than two dozen custom-positioned speakers.

+ Write Out Loud: “Wonder Women” Story Concert
Join us for the signature event of Write Out Loud, a curated selection of short stories, poetry, and sometimes music all read by professional actors.

+ Right in the Eye: Live Movie-Concert of Georges Melies' Films
A creation by Jean-François Alcoléa based on Georges Méliès’ Films.


+ Write Out Loud: “An Enchanted Evening” Story Concert
Join us for the signature event of Write Out Loud, a curated selection of short stories, poetry, and sometimes music all read by professional actors.

+ Poetry + Sound in 2 Acts: Fabiola Carranza + Wilfrido Terrazas
This two-part program brings together music, poetry, and performance for an evening of boundary-crossing storytelling.

+ The Maltese Falcon | A Play
An adaption by Matthew Salazar-Thompson based on Dashiel Hammet’s book.

+ Rhapsody in Blue | City Ballet
A ballet performance with choreography by Geoffrey Gonzalez and music by George Gershwin.

2025-26 Artist Alliance Biennial Closing Day
Join OMA in the closing of their exhibition, the 2025-26 Art Alliance Biennial.

+ Rhapsody in Blue | City Ballet
A ballet performance with choreography by Geoffrey Gonzalez and music by George Gershwin.


+ Rhapsody in Blue | City Ballet
A ballet performance with choreography by Geoffrey Gonzalez and music by George Gershwin.

+ An Artist @ the Table: Ben Guerrette & Chef Flor Franco
Experience the next chapter of An Artist @ the Table, Vanguard Culture’s signature dinner series pairing visionary chefs with boundary-pushing artists.

+ An Artist @ the Table: Ben Guerrette & Chef Flor Franco
Experience the next chapter of An Artist @ the Table, Vanguard Culture’s signature dinner series pairing visionary chefs with boundary-pushing artists.

+ To Live a Loving Life by Patrick Michael Ballard
Los Angeles-based artist Patrick Michael Ballard invites audiences into a surreal, participatory world where performance unfolds in response to those present.

+ An Artist @ the Table: Ben Guerrette & Chef Flor Franco
Experience the next chapter of An Artist @ the Table, Vanguard Culture’s signature dinner series pairing visionary chefs with boundary-pushing artists.

+ An Artist @ the Table: Ben Guerrette & Chef Flor Franco
Experience the next chapter of An Artist @ the Table, Vanguard Culture’s signature dinner series pairing visionary chefs with boundary-pushing artists.

+ The Collector's Table
An unforgettable night supporting Africa New Life - art, auction, and stories of hope.

- Poetic Portraits: Allegory and Identity in Sixteenth-Century Europe (Copy)
This closing exhibition at the Timken Museum explores the rich interplay of art, literature, and identity during the Renaissance.


+ Celestial Bodies: Moons + Marguerite Brown
Sound artist Marguerite Brown opens the evening with an exploration of the electric guitar as a celestial body, using planetary tuning forks, custom hardware, and extended performance techniques to reveal new resonances and cosmic frequencies.

+ Write Out Loud: “The Soaring Crane” Story Concert
Join us for the signature event of Write Out Loud, a curated selection of short stories, poetry, and sometimes music all read by professional actors.

+ Beau Jest | A Play
A Jewish-American story by James Sherman, directed by Omri Schein.

+ Ichiko Aoba: Across the Oceans Tour
Japanese singer-songwriter-multi-instrumentalist celebrates the release of her eighth album.

+ The Firebird | City Ballet
An original retelling of The Firebird, a feature in Russian fairytales, with choreography by Elizabeth Wistrich and score by Igor Stravinsky.

+ The Firebird | City Ballet
An original retelling of The Firebird, a feature in Russian fairytales, with choreography by Elizabeth Wistrich and score by Igor Stravinsky.

+ Algorithmic Rave
Get ready for a full-throttle dance party where human creativity and machine intelligence collide.


+ The Most Happy Fella | A Play
A lush, romantic musical masterpiece by Pulitzer-prize winning Frank Loesser.

+ Write Out Loud: “We the People” Story Concert
Join us for the signature event of Write Out Loud, a curated selection of short stories, poetry, and sometimes music all read by professional actors.


+ Nascar San Diego
Feel the adrenaline of NASCAR like never before at the first-ever coastal race weekend—where high-octane excitement meets breathtaking oceanfront views along the stunning San Diego shoreline.


+ BUG OUT
An exotic, creepy, Halloween but not, playground filled with mystical characters, intallations, freaky dance music and more!

+ Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground - A New Play by Richard Hellesen
An intimate, gripping portrayal of Dwight Eisenhower as he grapples with the most consequential decisions of his remarkable life.


- Scripts & Sips: a script reading club
Enjoy delicious Hispanic bites and beverages as you immerse yourself in an evening of storytelling, culture, and community.

+ 2025 Ocean Beach Restaurant Walk
Discover OB’s new food venues and the ones you know and love with 30+ local restaurants, breweries, and wine bars.

+ O'wineside BAJA Wine Festival
In an immersive celebration of Mexican wine and Baja spirit, taste, connect, and discover over 27 curated wineries from Baja.

+ Art of Elan at the JAI
Art of Elan, an inaugural resident company of The Conrad, opens its season at The Conrad’s intimate JAI space with three late 19th/early 20th-century gems: Arthur Foote’s A Night Piece for flute and string quartet, Ginastera’s Duo for Flute and Oboe featuring San Diego Symphony principals Rose Lombardo and Sarah Skuster, and Debussy’s beloved String Quartet.

+ Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
Join us for the Closing Night Film Premiere of the San Diego International Film Festival with a film viewing.

+ Soul Sunday at Quartyard
Soul Sunday is an intimate concert event thoughtfully curated on a Sunday of every month to showcase local neo-soul, funk, and jazz artists.

+ Gallery Walkthrough with Kate Stern @ OMA
In a casual meet-and-greet, curator Kate Stern will give museum-goers a closer look at OMA’s current exhibition, Fabulous Fiber.

- San Diego Zine Fest
Zine festival with over 100 independent publishers and zine-related panel discussions and workshops

- Grand Opening: Seoul Glow Lab
San Diego’s first K-beauty concept store is opening its doors!

- Beautiful Bruncheon
Join us for a mid-day bruncheon with food by Chef Ayana, pumpkin painting for kids, ice cream by Bite Sized Soph, and music by a local DJ.

+ Culinary Cinema Screening & Tasting #1
Join us for a film screening of The Chef and the Daruma as well as wine and food tastings.

+ Plurgatory
San Diego’s first-ever Halloween rave market and costume contest, featuring 10 DJs and 20+ vendors.

+ POiSON GiRL FriEND
A performance with a world of sound from French chanson, Brazilian dance, British New Wave, to 90s electronica, by POiSON GiRL FRiEND.

- Ghoul Interrupted Poetry Night
Join us for a poetry night hosted by Kristine Kelsche and food from Best Friends Bagels.

+ Panel: Women in Film: Breaking Barriers and Shaping the Industry
Moderated by news journalist Sandra Mass, Board President of the Women’s Museum in California, this panel will explore the evolving role of women in filmmaking and how women are shaping the future of film.

+ Panel: The Story Architects: Behind the Scenes with Showrunners
In this intimate conversation, two acclaimed showrunners share how they build story arcs, lead writers’ rooms, balance studio demands, and keep audiences coming back season after season.

- San Diego Zine Fest
Zine festival with over 100 independent publishers and zine-related panel discussions and workshops

+ Lecture on the Move: Emma Clarke & Maru Lopez
Join us for Lecture on the move, an in-gallery conversation featuring dance scholar Emma Clarke and Maru Lopez.

- Bella Vita Fest
Watch chalk art come to life under your feet while you sip Italian wine, savor delicious bites, and enjoy live music with a vibrant Italian flair.

- TILT-A-WHIRL, Artist Reception and Walkthrough
Quint Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of Kim MacConnel's bedsheet paintings and works on paper produced in San Diego between 1983 and 1986.

- Taste of the Book Fair Pop-Up
Support local authors, artists, and booksellers at a literary pop-up!

+ Party with a Purpose
A party and fun-raiser by the San Diego International Film Festival hosted at Solana Beach’s Belly Up Tavern.

+ Diwali Festival of Lights Bollywood Party
Celebrate Diwali in San Diego with an unforgettable Bollywood dance party hosted by DJ Prashant & DJ Anjna!


- "The Groove Line:” 619 Gurlz
Join us for an evening of vinyl open tables with DJ Speedy & Rosas, food by Lucy Mae’s Kitchen, and ice cream by Bite Sized Soph.

+ Panel: Next Frame: AI and the Future of Entertainment
A panel that explores how filmmakers embrace and question AI tools, what’s at stake for creativity and authorship, and where human imagination fits in a tech-driven future.