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22nd DAA Board Meeting
Public monthly meeting of the 22nd District Agricultural Association board, which operates Del Mar Fairgrounds for California.
Free Resident Day - San Diego Air & Space Museum
Free admission for San Diego residents on the second Tuesday of the month.
Free Resident Day - Comic-Con Museum
Free admission for San Diego residents on the second Tuesday of the month.
Silk Painting Workshop
Hand-paint silk scarves using watercolor and dye techniques in this weekly studio class for all skill levels.
Free Resident Day - The Veterans Museum at Balboa Park
Free admission for San Diego residents on the second Tuesday of the month.
Taco Tuesday
$3.50 tacos all day with half-off drinks 2–7 PM and tequila/margarita specials in the evening.
City Council Meeting
Regular City Council meeting open to the public for civic governance and public comment.
National Poetry Month Celebration
Free event featuring San Diego's Poet Laureate showcasing powerful, thought-provoking poetry.
Supper Club at Ponyboy
Groups of four enjoy a rotating prix-fixe dinner menu at Ponyboy restaurant inside The Pearl Hotel.
Behemoth: The Godless IV 2026
Polish black metal legends Behemoth continue their North American Godless IV tour.
Birding 101: Birding During Migration and the Breeding Season
Talk on spring bird migration through San Diego County covering key habitats, special visitor species, and community science.
Alyssa Edwards – Thanks For Everything Tour 2026 (18+ w/ ID)
RuPaul's Drag Race icon Alyssa Edwards performs her farewell Thanks For Everything Tour, ages 18 and up.
Line Dance Lessons at Moonshine Beach
Weekly beginner-friendly line dancing lessons followed by late-night DJ and dancing until close.
Tuesday Night Potluck
Weekly rotating stand-up showcase featuring San Diego's best local comedians.
Diderot String Quartet Chamber Concert
Journey through 18th-century Vienna with Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven quartets on gut strings and historical instruments; pre-concert talk at 6:45 PM.
Emma Straub: American Fantasy
Bestselling author Emma Straub discusses her novel about a newly divorced woman who joins a nineties boy band themed cruise, in conversation with Jason Blitman.
COBRAH – Torn Tour
Stockholm experimental pop visionary presenting her debut album on the Torn Tour, fusing club music and avant-garde fashion.
Electric Waste Band
Weekly live music residency at Winston's Ocean Beach bar.
I've Seen All I Need to See + Q&A w/ Cast & Crew
Free screening of Zeshaan Younus's 2025 film at Digital Gym Cinema, followed by a Q&A with cast and crew.
Ecology Seminar: Dr. Christine Whitcraft, CSULB
Dr. Whitcraft presents coastal wetland restoration strategies for adapting to sea level rise and climate change.
Encore ROCKS San Diego
Six-week rock singing ensemble for adults 55+, no audition required, celebrating classics from Billy Joel to Neil Diamond.
2026 John C. Martin Memorial Lectureship
Annual biomedical research memorial lecture at Scripps Research Institute auditorium.
Physical Oceanography Seminar: Dr. Emily Newsom (Caltech)
Academic physical oceanography seminar by Dr. Emily Newsom from Caltech, part of the CASPO seminar series.
Discoveries & Dialogues Colloquium
TED-style research colloquium with three 10-minute talks by SDSU scholars on engineering, food security, and climate justice.
La Perla Victoria SD Screening
Exclusive documentary screening of 'La Perla Victoria; Desde un Corazón Trans' with live Q&A, drag show, and refreshments.
Switgall Lecture: Healing Catholicism? Migration and Indigenous Healing Practices
Leo Guardado examines indigenous healing practices among migrant communities and their intersection with Catholic theology.
2026-27 Community Budget Presentation
City of Chula Vista public meeting to present the proposed 2026-27 budget and gather community input.
Startup Stories: Michael Selepec, Bird Scooters Founding Team
Startup talk featuring Bird Scooters founding team member Michael Selepec at SDSU ZIP Launchpad.
Botanical Formulations: An Introduction to Herbalism
Beginner herbalism workshop teaching plant energetics while blending a soothing tea and crafting a personal tincture to take home.
Paint to Music
Process-focused painting class where participants explore color and shape freely to live music.
Encinitas Wednesday Social @ Modern Times
Casual chess social at Modern Times Far West Lounge welcoming beginners and experienced players alike.
Pacific Beach Town Council General Meeting
Monthly community meeting open to members and the public to discuss Pacific Beach neighborhood issues and initiatives.
The Lehman Trilogy
Tony Award-winning epic follows the Lehman Brothers' rise and fall across 163 years of American history with three actors playing over 70 characters.
San Diego Gulls vs. Tucson Roadrunners
AHL hockey game featuring the San Diego Gulls hosting the Tucson Roadrunners at Pechanga Arena.
Wednesday Trivia Night
Free weekly trivia hosted by Sunset Trivia with prizes for top three teams and $4 drink specials.
ASAP Comedy Bootcamp
First-ever stand-up comedy class exclusively for the veteran and military community.
SDAA Monthly Program Meeting
Monthly virtual astronomy presentation via Zoom, open to members and the public.
Trivia Night
Free weekly trivia every Wednesday night upstairs at The Holding Company.
Gautier Capuçon, cello; Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano
World-renowned cellist and pianist perform chamber works by Schumann, Brahms, Debussy, and Shostakovich.
SoCal's Funniest Comic – Finals
Championship finals where the top 6 comedians compete for $1,000 and a weekend booking at Mic Drop.
JF Harris
Stand-up comedy show featuring comedian JF Harris at The Comedy Store La Jolla.
Austin Nasso LIVE!
Stand-up comedy and impressions from Austin Nasso, a former Microsoft engineer turned comedian seen on the Howard Stern Show.
Kill Mikey: An Open Mic Re-Imagined
Reimagined open mic event showcasing local talent at Winston's Ocean Beach.
Leading The Charge - Collaborating for Effective Services 2026
Professional conference on collaborative service strategies at DoubleTree Mission Valley.
Open House at Regus Liberty Station
Free open house to explore flexible coworking and private office spaces at Regus Liberty Station.
Members' Sneak Peek: Giants — Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys
MCASD members get exclusive early access to the Giants exhibition featuring 130+ artworks by Black diasporic artists.
Wonders of the Wetlands
Quarterly lecture by a University of San Diego researcher on population recovery of the Light-footed Ridgway's Rail in Southern California.
Wine & Lecture: San Diego's South Bay Railroads
Pacific Southwest Railway Museum archivist discusses California Southern Railroad history over wine.
Conservatory Yoga
Gentle yoga flow surrounded by tropical rainforest plants inside the Dickinson Family Education Conservatory.
How to Restore: Herbal Aromatherapy
Guided meditation with aromatic herbs drawing from Indigenous practices; participants create a personal medicine pouch to take home.
2026 April Ramona Chamber Networking Mixer
Monthly chamber networking event hosted at The Brokerage with meal included and a donation drawing.
He Is Legend – "Suck Out The Poison" 20-Year Celebration
He Is Legend celebrates the 20th anniversary of their debut album with special guests A Lot Like Birds and more.
UC San Diego Illustrious Alumni Awards - San Francisco
Elegant awards ceremony honoring four distinguished UC San Diego alumni across technology, therapeutics, and wellness sectors.
Cut Your Heart Out, Collage Workshop
Creative collage workshop using vintage books and magazines to craft unique take-home pieces; participants welcome to bring their own ephemera.
Vinyl: Analog Sessions
Weekly vinyl-only lounge night featuring relaxed analog DJ sets, no laptops allowed.
MercyMe Wonder + Awe Tour
Concert featuring platinum band MercyMe with special guests Big Daddy Weave and Tim Timmons.
Vampires Everywhere! w/ The Bunny The Bear
Alternative rock double-header with Vampires Everywhere and The Bunny The Bear.
Liberty Station Stand-Up Comedy Night
Free monthly stand-up comedy showcase featuring club-level comics at Moniker General.
Chuwi – Primavera Tour 2026
Latin pop artist Chuwi brings the Primavera Tour 2026 to House of Blues San Diego.
The Lehman Trilogy
Tony Award-winning epic follows the Lehman Brothers' rise and fall across 163 years of American history with three actors playing over 70 characters.
Āion - Ambient Sound Journey
Immersive ambient sound healing journey performed by Trippin Jaguar at Trilogy Sanctuary.
Thursday Night Country Night
Country night with line dancing instruction 7–10 PM by Philip Ongert followed by country DJ music and drink specials.
Jaime French
Popular American YouTuber and comedian Jaime French performs stand-up in San Diego.
Bill Jubran
Comedian with millions of followers delivers political and pundit takedown comedy at Mic Drop.
The Disco Biscuits
Jam band The Disco Biscuits blend rock, electronic, and dance music in an improvisational live set.
The Best of San Diego
Weekly Thursday showcase featuring top local San Diego stand-up comedians.
Protoje - Reggae Invasion
Grammy-nominated Jamaican artist Protoje performs his genre-blending reggae revival sound.
Ryan Ellis - The Better Days Tour
Country-rock artist Ryan Ellis performs The Better Days Tour at House of Blues VooDoo Room.
CLUB CULTURE w/ Soul Plant - DJ Unite and Non Profit
Reggae and dancehall Club Culture night featuring Soul Plant with resident DJs.
Thursday Club
Late-night Thursday bar event with 50% off mixed well drinks, $6 drafts, and $25 bucket specials.
Angelo Colina (En Español)
Venezuelan comedian and Gente Funny creator Angelo Colina performs stand-up entirely in Spanish.
San Diego, CA - Breakfast Club
Professional networking breakfast meetup at SmithGroup office in San Diego.
Toddler Time
Short interactive drop-in program for toddlers included with museum admission.
Considering the Octopus Model: UC San Diego Graduate Symposium on Interdisciplinary Environmental Research
Graduate students present interdisciplinary environmental research with lightning talks, panel discussions, and a closing reception.
Abyss & Ascent — Bach At Noon
Free noontime baroque concert featuring the North American premiere of Fiocco's motet and other masterpieces.
Spring Tea at La Valencia
Afternoon tea with DAMMANN Frères teas, scones, quiche, tea sandwiches, seasonal pastries, and a complimentary glass of bubbly.
Abyss & Ascent — GivingBACH
Free community outreach baroque concert at San Ysidro Library featuring three baroque masterpieces.
Nat at Night
After-hours museum evening with extended access to exhibitions, rooftop deck, multiple bars, and food vendors.
Out West Queer Prom
Free western-themed prom for LGBTQ+ youth ages 13-18 featuring DJ dancing, drag, food, and a photo booth.
From Breath to Beat with Trippin Jaguar
Breathwork and ecstatic dance journey blending electronic music and somatic movement.
Shattered Sympathy
Multi-band rock showcase featuring Shattered Sympathy, The Reckless, Toof Fairy, and three more acts.
Pete Lee
Stand-up comedy show featuring comedian Pete Lee at The Comedy Store La Jolla.
German Currents Kino: Mirrors No. 3
Christian Petzold's metaphysical drama follows a Berlin pianist taken in by a mysterious woman after a fatal crash, presented by Goethe-Institut.
Mojo Risin' Tribute to The Doors
Los Angeles-based Doors tribute band delivering faithful recreations of classic rock hits.
Nb Ridaz live in San Diego
Live concert by Chicano group Nb Ridaz at a Logan Heights venue.
Olivver the Kid, La Bouquet, Glow & The Dark, Dying in Movie
Indie pop artist Olivver the Kid headlines a four-act night at Soda Bar.
Pentagram with special guests
Doom metal legends Pentagram headline with Dusted Angel, The Great Electric Quest, and Mezzoa at this 21+ show.
Leo González
Streamy Award-winning comedy creator and actor Leo González performs live stand-up in San Diego.
The Lehman Trilogy
Tony Award-winning epic follows the Lehman Brothers' rise and fall across 163 years of American history with three actors playing over 70 characters.
HOCO 420 Fest: Tomorrows Bad Seeds w/ Krooked Treez & Lobster Lounge
HOCO 420 Fest opening night featuring Tomorrows Bad Seeds, Krooked Treez, and Lobster Lounge.
DEI Comedy
Diverse comedy showcase featuring hilarious, creative, and unstoppable comedians at Mic Drop.
San Diego Seals vs. Las Vegas Desert Dogs
NLL lacrosse game featuring the San Diego Seals taking on the Las Vegas Desert Dogs.
Celestial Bodies: Moons + Marguerite Brown
Sound artist performs with electric guitar as a celestial body in the atmospheric Bread & Salt gallery.
My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult - Delicate Terror Tour Part 2
Industrial-goth icons My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult headline with guests Light Asylum and Devora.
The Croome Brothers, Jefferson Jay, Les Afriks | Acoustic Evenings
Acoustic trio The Croome Brothers, Jefferson Jay with percussionist Monette Marino, and African/reggae-influenced Les Afriks perform in an unplugged evening.
Dime Industries Presents: aurorawave
Dime Industries presents aurorawave, an indie rock show at House of Blues VooDoo Room.
Grateful Shred
LA Deadhead-inspired band delivering Grateful Dead-influenced sounds, rising from playing Shakedown Street to national touring.
Don't Tell Comedy San Diego (Mission Hills)
Secret stand-up comedy show at a surprise local studio in Mission Hills; comedian lineup revealed at showtime.
Jeffrey Keller LIVE! (Late Show)
Stand-up comedy from social media comedian Jeffrey Keller, as seen on TikTok and YouTube.
Emo Nite
Emo music dance party night at The Casbah.
No Good Reason, San Malo, Dom and Friends
Multi-act music showcase featuring No Good Reason, San Malo, and Dom and Friends.
Leo González (Late Show)
Late-night show with Streamy Award winner Leo González performing comedy and sketch material.
Slacker Presents - EUPHORIC: A Night Inspired by Euphoria (18+)
Immersive pop party night inspired by HBO's Euphoria with music and visuals, 18+ only.
Latin Nights
Latin and Reggaeton night with mashups at the Gaslamp's premier nightclub.
Young Scientists: Exploring Earth (Week 3)
Week three of earth science exploration for ages 3–5 with hands-on experiments at the Fleet Science Center.
Accessibility Mornings: Galapagos
Sensory-friendly early gallery access and a reduced-volume Galapagos dome film screening for guests with accessibility needs.
Advanced Stand Up Comedy Class
Continued Saturday class for experienced comedians developing new material toward a May 2 showcase.
Clay Together: Ceramics Workshop at the Wheel (Ages 5–7 with Adult)
Parent-child wheel and handbuilding ceramics workshop for ages 5-7; all materials included, no experience needed.
Free Public Opening: Giants — Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys
Free opening day for the Giants exhibition featuring paintings, sculptures, and installations by nearly 40 Black diasporic artists.
New Member Tour — Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
Librarian-led tour of the Athenaeum open to members and non-members alike, held on the third Saturday of each month at 11 AM.
Intro to Stand Up Comedy Class
Continued Saturday beginner class for developing comedians working toward a May 16 showcase.
Needle Felting Workshop: Butterfly
Create a wearable or wall-art butterfly by painting wool wings and building a 3D body with needle felting.
Intro to the Pottery Wheel: Ceramics Workshop
Introductory wheel-throwing workshop for adults, teens, and kids 8+ learning to center clay and shape ceramic vessels.
Exhibition Celebration: OMA Artist Alliance at Woodward Contemporary
Celebration of the Opposing Angles exhibition featuring refreshments and artist conversations at Woodward Contemporary.
Yacht Rock
Daytime party featuring smooth Yacht Rock hits and good vibes at Parq.
ATERRI: A Life in Nuance - Evelyn P. Solo Exhibition
Solo art exhibition opening night exploring a dialogue between pigment, texture, and the senses.
Music Collective – Singers, Songwriters & Musicians
Open jam session for performers and listeners of all skill levels, 1st and 3rd Saturdays.
San Diego Gulls vs. Coachella Valley Firebirds
AHL hockey game featuring the San Diego Gulls hosting the Coachella Valley Firebirds at Pechanga Arena.
Naomi Watanabe: From Tokyo
Japanese comedian and entertainer Naomi Watanabe brings her From Tokyo show to San Diego.
Overnight Adventure
Spend the night sleeping in authentic enlisted berthing aboard the USS Midway with behind-the-scenes guided tours and stargazing on the flight deck.
HOCO 420 Fest: 420 Tour featuring Devin The Dude
Hip-hop icon Devin The Dude performs live as part of HOCO 420 Fest.
Return to Dust – North American Tour 2026
Return to Dust performs their North American tour at SOMA's Sidestage with Druidess and Identity Crisis.
The Lehman Trilogy
Tony Award-winning epic follows the Lehman Brothers' rise and fall across 163 years of American history with three actors playing over 70 characters.
Chris D'Elia: Go For It!
Stand-up comedian Chris D'Elia brings his Go For It! comedy tour to the Balboa Theatre.
Fliter Plays Chopin (Saturday)
San Diego Symphony performs Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2 with pianist Ingrid Fliter and conductor Anna Sulkowska-Migon.
Sofar Sounds — Carlsbad
Intimate secret live music concert in Carlsbad featuring surprise artists at an undisclosed venue.
Colors Worldwide - R&B Only Live
R&B-focused live music event presented by Colors Worldwide at House of Blues Music Hall.
Bumpin Uglies, Ballyhoo!, The B Foundation
Three-band night blending reggae, punk, ska, and folk storytelling for a high-energy show.
Icepield, Nanobel, Crime Film, Josephine Starr
Four-act indie and alternative showcase at The Casbah.
Satsang - The Story of You 10 Year Anniversary Tour
Reggae-folk artist Satsang celebrates 10 years of The Story of You at House of Blues VooDoo Room.
Queergxrl Warm Up Party
LGBTQ+ warm-up party at Vin de Syrah wine bar in downtown San Diego.
I-Koustic, Pinnacle Roots and Strongheart
Evening reggae and roots showcase featuring I-Koustic, Pinnacle Roots, and Strongheart.
Jeffrey Keller LIVE! (Late Show)
Stand-up comedy from social media comedian Jeffrey Keller, as seen on TikTok and YouTube.
Pete Lee
Stand-up comedy show featuring comedian Pete Lee at The Comedy Store La Jolla.
Parq Saturdays
Saturday night club event featuring Hip Hop, Top 40, and club bangers.
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