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Born from the mind of visionary jazz legend Stanley Clarke and inspired by the rich legacy of festivals from Montreux to Monterey, the Santa Monica International Jazz Festival emerges as a new force for the celebration and advancement of jazz. The inaugural festival promises world-renowned headlining performances, star-studded tributes to jazz legends, and multiple stages […]
2026 Season March 1 – May 10, 2026 Step into a sea of color at the world’s largest ranunculus flower field in Carlsbad, California, where 80 million vibrant blooms stretch as far as the eye can see. Each spring, this breathtaking Southern California attraction transforms the landscape into a living rainbow, inviting guests to wander among […]
Netflix Is a Joke Fest is a biennial comedy festival produced by Netflix that takes place in Los Angeles, California. Having taken place in 2022 and 2024, the festival hosts conventional standup shows, showcase shows, live podcast recordings, and table reads.
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Membership has its benefits! FREE Admission to 60+ Museums! Explore BIG FUN during The Big Exchange from May 1 – 18, 2026. The “Big Exchange” – Your Membership Just Got Supercharged! Here’s where your museum membership turns into a golden ticket. Every spring, San Diego’s museums come together for something truly special: The Big Exchange, happening this […]
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The Annual San Diego Balboa Park Powwow. Hosted by San Diego American Indian Health Center on May 9-10, 2026 The Balboa Park Powwow is a celebration of Native American heritage. At its core, this annual gathering is an invitation to everyone. While it’s a celebration of Native culture, it’s also a space for all people to come […]
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On View April 18 to August 9 This landmark exhibition will include more than 130 works of art, including the debut of a new large-scale piece by Mickalene Thomas from the personal collection of musical and cultural icons Swizz Beatz (Kasseem Dean) and Alicia Keys. Organized by the Brooklyn Museum in 2024, Giants: Art from the […]
The Coronado Art & Wine Festival is Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10th & Orange Ave. This event is a joyful celebration of art, wine, food, our kids, live music, and community. 2026 featured artists include: Ethan Blu, Cathy Surgeoner Deibler, Walter Redondo and Sabah Alassil! The festival is fun and free for the whole family! […]
Encinitas Arts Alive is a 25-year community art project featuring original art painted on banners by local artists and displayed along the Historic Coast Highway 101, stretching from La Costa Avenue to Cardiff. These vibrant banners beautify the community before being auctioned, featuring a mix of local themes and artistic expressions.
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Festival including food, Flea by the Sea marketplace including Kind Threads pop up and other vendors, cultural performances and introducing… Battle of the Faith Bands. Profits will be made from votes […]
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Free Family Friendly Music Events for your Community Grab your blankets, your folding chairs, your appetite for a Saturday afternoon of free music. Bring your own food or partake of […]
Enjoy the warm spirit of hospitality that Leo Carrillo made famous at his ranch by attending the Fiesta at the Rancho. Guests will experience an evening of live entertainment, a hosted bar and a delicious meal set outdoors amidst the tranquil beauty of Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park. Proceeds from this special evening support the […]
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California Surf Museum Women on Waves 2026 kicks off Mother’s Day Weekend. An evening with Valerie and Victoria Duprat. Mother and Daughter. Shaper and Surfer. A unique duo in the world of competitive surfing. This event will include incredible raffle prizes: A custom Mere-Made Surfboard shaped by Valerie for the winner. 3 used Victoria Duprat competition boards […]
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Pioneering, two-time Peabody Award-winning comedian Hasan Minhaj is the creator of Netflix's comedy show, Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj, which brought an inclusive and nuanced perspective to global news, politics and culture. As Host of The Daily Show Trevor Noah wrote in TIME: "Patriot Act is the manifestation of Hasan’s whip-smart commentary, charisma and sincerity. […]