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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 […]
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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 […]
With support from the San Diego County Farm Bureau, the exhibition highlights how local farms help protect wildlife and biodiversity. An interactive display—created with contributions from regional producers—shows how stewardship and food production coexist in a shared landscape. While art inspires love for wildlife, farming helps protect it.
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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 […]
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The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival returns to the seaside streets of Orange County, California. The running festival showcases three days of events, including the Hoag Kids Run, OC 5K at sunset on Saturday and Sunday’s half and full marathons. The race is a perfect destination event for runners, with the beaches, theme parks and […]
Global flavors festival! Taste your way through FoodieLand Food Festival from May 1-3 at Del Mar Fairgrounds. This large‑scale outdoor event features dozens of food vendors, desserts, drinks and live entertainment, making it a popular springtime destination for all ages.
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Scott Terrell, conductor San Diego Symphony Orchestra Embark on an epic adventure to a galaxy far, far away with Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert! Experience the iconic film like never before as the San Diego Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ legendary Oscar®-winning score live to the film. From the triumphant opening fanfare to Princess Leia’s ethereal theme, […]
In celebration of the upcoming 2026, which marks the 5th anniversary of HoYoFair, HoYoverse is excited to announce the HoYoFair Fan Concert—a fan art-driven music feast organized by 54 Entertainment […]