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.
Explore Wonders of Creation, a captivating exhibition examining the intersection of art and science in Islamic culture from the 8th century to today. Inspired by Zakariyya al-Qazwini’s 13th-century text, it unveils the universe's marvels through rich illustrations and profound stories.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.’
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
Join San Diego ART Matters and Vanguard Culture on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at UC San Diego Park & Market in East Village. Engage in meaningful dialogue to unify the arts sector, foster partnerships, and shape an impactful advocacy agenda. Let’s start 2025 strong for San Diego’s arts and culture community!
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.
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," 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.
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.
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.
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.