Events in San Diego This Week, 12/08 - 12/14
Courtesy of Mark de Jong
Poetry. Film. Night markets. Squeeze in a little holiday shopping, join a book launch. This week, we invite you to small, intimate events.
San Diego Grand Slam Finals!
Dec. 8 @ Queen Bee’s
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Join us for the biggest poetry event of the year. Competitors have been awaiting this night since the beginning. A new Grand Slam Champion will be crowned as a new SLAM team is ushered in.
School of the Arts Poetry Reading
Dec. 13 @ Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
Join Anna DiMartino as she launches her poetry collection, The Last Bite. Other students of the School of the Arts Writer’s groups will also share their work, poetry, and prose.
Dear Tomorrow Night Market
Dec. 13 @ S. Tremont St.
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Step into a magical night of creativity, community, and holiday spirit. Dear Tomorrow Night Market brings together over 25 local artists selling their crafts in a beloved art space, along with live music, hands-on art stations to explore, and wine to sip.
Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico
Dec. 13 @ Epstein Family Ampitheatre
Join Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuellar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande in this cultural event, named for the Andalusian Christmas Carol. With notes and dance steps, you’ll experience cherished Mexican traditions weaved into a magical story of the season — from the spirit of Posadas (inns), the majesty of the Reyes Magos (three wise men), to breaking piñatas.
I’m Still Developing Holiday Party
Dec. 14 @ I’m Still Developing film lab
Polaroids by Beacasso. Sounds by Dopemo Malik Burgers. Join local artists at a holiday film party with a gallery focused on the theme, “The photo you’re most proud of in 2025.” RSVP and bring an unwrapped toy to attend.
Whether you’re an artist or an art aficionado, a world traveler or a quiet spectator, consider one of these events this week — the party’s just beginning.