Join us at Rumorosa at the Sheraton San Diego Resort for an elevated paint & sip in honor of Earth Day! Toast to sustainability, creativity, and connection set against the stunning waterfront backdrop of the San Diego Bay.
“Shemekia Copeland is the greatest blues singer of her generation.” – The Washington Post “Shemekia Copeland has established herself as one of the leading blues artists of our time. Profound and truly powerful, inviting you to think and to party.” – NPR Music “Shemekia Copeland gets her message across loud and clear. She transcends with […]
Art Alive brings a stunning array of colorful floral interpretations of art from the Museum collection and a weekend of fun-filled events, large-scale art, and flower installations. The 2026 event draws inspiration from the Museum’s Centennial exhibition featuring its renowned collection of works by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Art Alive will be infused with the vibrant, […]
Create your own floral-themed works of art. Great for families, youth, and creatives of all ages, the Garden of Activities delivers hands-on fun during Art Alive weekend. Bring the entire household to view the inspiring floral exhibition then enjoy the popular Garden of Activities, a floral-themed hands-on space led by Museum educators. This activity space […]
"Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek...." And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude, and over a dozen other […]
Modern writings often describe Chinese scholars’ gardens as sites of aesthetic reclusion—spaces filled with architecture, waterways, and rockeries intended to facilitate the garden-owner’s retreat from the mundane world. Plants rarely appear in such accounts, except as culturally sanctioned signifiers of the garden-owner’s character or virtue. A look at paintings and books that depict gardens from […]
Enjoy a morning with Curious George! Join us Friday, May 1 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for storytime, crafts, and a costume character photo opportunity.* This event is free with Museum Admission. *Photo opportunity with the costume character is subject to availability and weather permitting. This project is a partnership between KPBS and the […]
Enjoy a 4-course dinner at Rumorosa with expert pairings featuring Hedonistas Mezcal. Bold flavors, great drinks, and a stunning, waterfront setting.
Don’t miss the San Diego Made Spring Market in La Mesa Village on Saturday, May 2 from 11 am–6 pm. This free, family-friendly spring festival features 120+ curated local makers, showcasing the best of San Diego’s creative community and offering a one-of-a-kind outdoor shopping experience along historic La Mesa Boulevard. Perfect for a sunny spring […]
The 5th Annual North Park Salsa Fest is back on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026. Local restaurants and vendors will compete to earn bragging rights for “Best Salsa.” Join us at North Park Mini Park from 11:30am-5pm for salsa tasting, food trucks, 21+ beverages from local breweries and vendors. Enjoy live music, including Mariachi, kids activities, […]
