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Art historian Dr. Katherine Schwab explores how rulers from Mesopotamia to Egypt used portraiture, both typical and exceptional, to craft enduring symbols of power, kingship, and identity across centuries.

THE BEATLES 60TH SAN DIEGO ANNIVERSARY
“Organ-ismic” The Spreckels Organ Pavilion’s Classic Rock Band

A world dance music experience by Studio Sessions x Sasha Marie.

Explore La Jolla’s vibrant public art scene on a free 90-minute walking tour of the Murals of La Jolla, featuring works by internationally acclaimed artists.

Ukrainian pianist Dmitry Kirichenko—trained in the Soviet Union’s top conservatories and now founder of his own music school—will perform at the Athenaeum’s beloved Mini-Concert Series, a free Monday tradition showcasing exceptional classical talent in an intimate setting.

NOT-SO-SILENT MOVIE NIGHT!
Balboa Theatre Organist Russ Peck featuring Laurel & Hardy films.

A vibrant celebration of contemporary textile art, where traditional craft and modern techniques intertwine to create bold, tactile works that spark connection and imagination.

San Diego’s hottest fashion show returns to Shift G/G for a night of bold looks, slappin’ DJs, and champagne-fueled celebration. Dress up, bring your crew, and meet us at the catwalk.

An exclusive film screening event featuring Relay, complete with a pre-reception, private studio viewing, and post-film desserts and conversation with fellow insiders.

Based on "Réparer les Vivants" by Maylis de Kerangal. This breathtaking new musical is an enlightening, edge-of-your-seat ride.

AN ORGAN & ORCHESTRA CELEBRATION!
Four great organ concertos in one single concert

The 2025 Staged Reading Festival returns for its second annual celebration of bold, original storytelling!

Join us and start your week with fresh energy, good company, and a cozy workspace — all for free!

Hear the next generation of classical music as emerging composers from San Diego and Tijuana debut original works performed by professional musicians.

CHELSEA CHEN, ORGAN
Saint-Saëns Finale from Symphony No.3, Super Mario Fantasia and other great hits.

Join Sarah Stieber for a unique opportunity to practice yoga in her gallery.

A golden field brought indoors, Lying Fallow invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and consider what can only grow in stillness.

Upcoming show of the movie Jason Sherry started in 2016. Completely made inside the walls and parking lot of Bread + Salt.

The first film adaptation of J.M. Barrie’s play, Peter Pan (1924).

ALISA JORDHEIM (soprano)
RAÚL PRIETO RAMÍREZ (San Diego Civic Organist)
Where the Expressivity of the Human Voice meets the Grandeur of the pipe Organ

Lowtide Market returns August 3 with vintage treasures, art, ceramics, live clothing customization, and more.

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.

A powerful double exhibition at Centro Cultural de la Raza exploring barrio lettering, cultural memory, and anti-border resistance through Chicano, Indigenous, and Latinx art.

An immersive cinematic dinner experience blending short films, curated cuisine, and music to spark connection, memory, and a return to our roots in the heart of Valle de Guadalupe.

Enjoy a chic, free-flowing champagne pre-luncheon reception, followed by a sumptuous luncheon that will include a fashion show, live auction, and surprise entertainment.