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Transformative Currents: Art and Action in the Pacific Ocean 

Immerse yourself in Transformative Currents: Art and Action in the Pacific Ocean, an exhibition uniting art, science, and Indigenous knowledge to confront environmental threats to the Pacific. Featuring works by 21 artists, this powerful showcase highlights interconnectivity, collective responsibility, and ecological change.

Blue Gold: The Art and Science of Indigo

Explore Blue Gold: The Art and Science of Indigo, a groundbreaking exhibition at Getty’s 2024 PST ART initiative. Delve into the history, beauty, and complex realities of indigo, from its cultural significance to its chemical transformation. Experience art, science, and history intertwined through stunning objects and interactive workshops, shedding light on indigo’s multifaceted legacy.

For Dear Life: Art, Medicine, and Disability

Experience For Dear Life: Art, Medicine, and Disability, a groundbreaking exhibition exploring illness, disability, and advocacy in American art from the 1960s to today. Featuring contemporary disabled artists, it redefines disability as resistance and champions care and access.

MARSHALL TOOMEY: BLACK AMERICANA

Disney animator-turned-fine artist Marshall Toomey presents Black Americana, his first solo exhibition at OMA. Blending traditional techniques with personal storytelling, Toomey captures vibrant moments of everyday life, offering a fresh perspective on history and identity.

Sommelier Concert Series: Taste What You Hear

Discover Mainly Mozart's Sommelier Concert Series, where music meets taste in an extraordinary sensory experience. Savor perfectly paired wines as world-class sommeliers and concertmasters unite to let you ‘Taste What You Hear.’

United Fantasy

Sparks Gallery presents United Fantasy, a stunning new series by Alexander Arshansky. Known for his vivid color and intricate, fluid lines, Arshansky blurs the line between imagination and reality, taking viewers on a journey through forms that evoke the essence of living organisms. His dreamlike works invite infinite exploration, anchored by elements that pull the viewer back to the tangible, offering a captivating experience of organic structures and abstract beauty.

Wood: A Furniture Show XV

Join the Escondido Arts Partnership for the 15th annual WOOD, A Furniture Show, hosted by Brian Murphy of Murphy’s Fine Woodworking. This exhibition showcases the finest handcrafted furniture from Southern California artisans, featuring a diverse array of innovative, traditional, and whimsical wood pieces, sculptures, and functional art.

ANA MARÍA HERRERA: LAYERED MEMORIES

Discover Ana María Herrera’s poignant exploration of identity, displacement, and cultural coexistence. Through a rich blend of found objects, wood, glass, and fabric, Herrera’s work addresses the emotional and physical boundaries that shape personal and collective identities, delving into themes of vulnerability, resistance, and resilience in the border region.

San Diego Restaurant Week

Explore San Diego Restaurant Week from Jan 26–Feb 2, 2025! Savor multi-course menus at 100+ restaurants across the county starting at just $30. Reserve your table now for 8 days of culinary connections!

35th Annual San Diego International Jewish Film Festival

Tickets are now available for the 35th Annual San Diego International Jewish Film Festival! This two-week celebration of Jewish culture features captivating films from around the world, offering powerful storytelling and special guest appearances by directors and film subjects. Gain unique insights into filmmaking while connecting with fellow film lovers at this inspiring community tradition. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable cinematic experience!

San Diego Black Film Festival

Celebrate diversity in cinema at the San Diego Black Film Festival, one of the nation's largest Black film festivals. Enjoy 100+ films showcasing African American and African Diaspora stories, from comedies to documentaries.

SD Italian Film Festival Monthly Series

Celebrate Italian Cinema & Culture Year-Round. Immerse yourself in the San Diego Italian Film Festival’s monthly screenings at venues like the Digital Gym Cinema and the Museum of Photographic Arts. Discover Italian identity, history, and community through film, inspired by the vibrant spirit of Italy’s piazzas.

Women in Focus

"Women in Focus," a compelling exhibition at The San Diego Museum of Art, celebrates the immense contributions of women in photography, a field they helped shape despite historical gender barriers. The exhibit features works from the mid-nineteenth century to today, showcasing iconic photographers like Margaret Bourke-White, Dorothea Lange, and Imogen Cunningham. Though often relegated to certain genres like portraiture and still life, women photographers pushed boundaries and defied expectations, making lasting impacts across various photographic disciplines. This exhibition, drawn from the museum's permanent collection, highlights the pivotal role women have played in the medium’s history.

Da Vinci’s First Flight

Discover Da Vinci’s First Flight, a groundbreaking exhibition premiering at the San Diego Air & Space Museum in February 2025. Explore the story of Zoroastro of Peretola, the apprentice who may have tested Da Vinci’s legendary flying machines.

Ongoing

Becoming Betty Boop

Celebrate nearly 100 years of Betty Boop at this nostalgic exhibit in collaboration with Fleischer Studios. Trace her journey from 1930’s flapper icon to global sensation, featuring her animated beginnings, live broadcasts, and the voices that brought her to life.

Rhythm Delivered

Experience the electrifying energy of DrumatiX’s Rhythm Delivered! This dynamic show combines tap, drumming, body percussion, and immersive technology for a high-energy, interactive performance.

Dear LA, Love, SD

Support Los Angeles artists and arts workers affected by wildfires at a one-night-only fundraising exhibition by goodgoodthings. All artworks are $300, with 100% of sales donated to Grief X Hope to aid those in need.