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  • Restless Waters

    Explore Restless Waters, Nathalie Miebach’s captivating exhibition transforming weather data into intricate sculptures. These pieces blend science and art, offering a powerful reflection on the human experience of natural disasters.

  • CARLOS CASTRO ARIAS: THE SPLINTER IN THE EYE

    Discover The Splinter in the Eye, Carlos Castro Arias’ latest installation exploring memory, trauma, and identity. The Colombian artist and SDSU professor combines paintings and objects to create a poignant reflection on individual and collective experience.

  • City Lights

    Step into City Lights, a dazzling immersive experience by visual-digital artist Ben Guerrette and his multidisciplinary team. Inspired by city life and 90s rave culture, this Quartyard installation fuses light, sound, and exploration for a holiday season like no other.

  • 17th Annual soundON Festival 2025

    Join San Diego New Music and Athenaeum Music & Arts Library for the 2025 soundON Festival, celebrating 30 years of San Diego New Music and 25 years of ensemble-in-residence NOISE. Experience cutting-edge global sounds with three nights of concerts at two San Diego locations!

  • Soundtrack to a Coup d’État

    Experience Soundtrack to a Coup d’État, a Sundance award-winning documentary by Johan Grimonprez, exploring the 1960 United Nations crisis when jazz, colonialism, and espionage collided. Through eyewitness accounts, government memos, and testimonies, this film uncovers the political machinations behind the assassination of Patrice Lumumba and its ongoing relevance in today’s geopolitical climate.

  • The B-Side Players

    Experience the vibrant sound of The B-Side Players, a 9-piece band blending Latin American and Caribbean grooves with funk, rock, jazz, and hip-hop. Their horn-driven, polyrhythmic beats celebrate the universal language of music with a dynamic fusion of cultures.

  • San Diego Underground Film Festival

    Experience the San Diego Underground Film Festival’s ninth edition, featuring a dynamic program of experimental films, underground narratives, live music, and projector performances. Join us for a unique blend of local and international artists pushing the boundaries of film and performance!

  • Flavors and Stories: A Culinary Journey from Downtown to Convoy with the SDCHM

    Join the SDCHM Young Professionals Advisory Committee for an epic food crawl in the Convoy District! Explore San Diego’s vibrant Asian Pacific food scene, enjoy delicious eats, and learn the history behind the best spots in the area. It's a day of great food, fun vibes, and celebrating local community!

  • Fire Shut Up In My Bones

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    Experience Terence Blanchard’s groundbreaking opera Fire Shut Up In My Bones, as Blanchard teams up with The E-Collective, Turtle Island Quartet, and visual artist Andrew F. Scott to bring excerpts from the masterpiece to life. This concert production explores Blanchard's cultural paradigm shift in opera, featuring dynamic performances and immersive video projections, offering a powerful glimpse into the mind of the composer and the transformative energy of the work.

  • Pop-Up for LA

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    Join us in supporting LA fire relief efforts! Donate $50 to enjoy smash burgers, oysters, and fries by San Diego’s top chefs. 100% of proceeds benefit World Central Kitchen, feeding first responders and families. Cocktails, beer, & wine available à la carte, with every dollar going to WCK. Plus, Chef Works will match the first $10k raised. Drop-off donations accepted at the door. Together, we can make a difference!

  • 2025 San Diego Lunar New Year Festival

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    Celebrate the 15th Annual San Diego Lunar New Year Festival in 2025! This vibrant three-day event, dedicated to the rich traditions of Lunar New Year, will feature folk and traditional performances, arts and cultural exhibitions, lion dances, firecrackers, and family-friendly activities. A standout attraction will be the Cultural Village, which brings to life the traditional villager lifestyle of Southeastern Asia. This inclusive festival is open to the public and free of charge, making it a must-visit for all ages!

  • WNDR After Dark

    Celebrate WNDR After Dark’s 2-year anniversary in San Diego on January 25! Enjoy local art, DJs, and unique vendors in a night full of creativity, community, and unforgettable experiences.