THINGS TO DO

The Bold, the Beautiful & the Brilliantly Weird

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • 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.