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Calendar
Check out the calendar for the most up-to-date park event information. From exhibitions and performances to parkwide and special events, the calendar has it all. Remember to check back often as new and exciting things are always being planned!
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March 2023
House of Iran Lawn Program: Nowruz Program
San Diego, 92101 + Google Map
From January through early December of 2023, member houses of the House of Pacific Relations feature music, dance, traditional costumes, arts, crafts, and ethnic foods. The lawn program is held every year on the Sunday following the Persian New Year, which is the day of the vernal equinox, around March 20th or the first day of spring. The new year is marked at the very instant when the sun leaves the astrological sign of Pisces and enters the sign of…
Woman to Woman: Celebrating Self Love and Sisterhood
WOMAN’S WORTH 6th YEAR ANNIVERSARY is A Celebration of Womanhood, Self-Love & Sisterhood! Starla Lewis and Ishé provide “Jewels of Wisdom” and “Tangible Tools” through sharing their own personal stories, that help women begin to heal, reveal and feel more empowered! The “Woman’s Worth” motto is, “The more we reveal the more we heal”, and they are both dedicated to creating safe spaces where women are elevated and celebrated!
Requires Admission
sPARK Awards
Balboa Park is a source of health and wellness, economic benefit, and cultural enrichment for the San Diego region and beyond. To honor this, Forever Balboa Park’s newly created sPARK Awards recognizes people and organizations that amplify Balboa Park’s distinct role and increase its positive impact on wellbeing through creativity, collaboration, and imagination. The sPARK Awards inspire a sense of belonging, welcoming a wide range of nominees: individuals and organizations; nonprofit, public or private sector; and within or beyond the…
Requires Admission
Art Alive 2023 Premiere Dinner
The beloved annual Art Alive Premiere Dinner is an elegant black-tie affair, celebrating art with a spectacular dinner in the galleries. This event offers a first look at the incredible floral designs of Art Alive and a delicious multi-course menu of delectable delicacies and extraordinary entrees; a full bar; and decadent desserts. Enjoy a glamorous evening of enchantment.
Requires Admission
An event every week that begins at 8:00 am on Friday, repeating until April 28, 2023
Breathe with Us
Join us every Friday morning for a breath of fresh air! Climb the historic California Tower to engage in moments of guided meditation along the way. At the top, we’ll roll out our yoga mats for some extended breathwork while enjoying spectacular 360-degree views of San Diego from the Tower’s eighth-floor viewing deck. Reflect on the week, set intentions for the weekend, or simply take a moment for yourself while taking in the beauty of Balboa Park. For adults 18+…
Requires Admission
One event on April 1, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on April 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
Art Alive
The Museum is in full bloom for this signature fundraiser and annual exhibition with nearly 100 floral arrangements inspired by the Museum collection on view throughout the Museum. See the John M. and Sally B. Thornton Rotunda transform into an all-encompassing floral installation by 2023 Rotunda Designer Natalie Gill, enjoy two enjoy special art installations only on view during Art Alive, and enjoy hands-on art-making and interactive activities designed for families and artists of all ages to do together in the Garden of…
Requires Admission
Bloom Bash
The Museum blooms, the garden glows, and the Plaza pops! Phenomenal, full-tilt fun awaits at Bloom Bash, the high-voltage, late-night celebration that kicks off Art Alive weekend. Revel in craft food and cocktails, art installations, live performances, and music, plus enjoy the Museum galleries to be among the first to see the beautiful Art Alive floral exhibition. BLOOM BASH FEATURES Divine delicacies from San Diego’s top fine dining eateries and dessertiers An extravagant selection of custom mixed libations Craft beer…
Requires Admission
April 2023
Race for Autism
CALLING ALL SUPERHEROES! The Race for Autism Returns to Balboa Park April 1, 2023 Kick off Autism Acceptance Month by participating in the Race for Autism SUPERHERO 5K Run/ Walk in beautiful Balboa Park!
Easter Eggspress and Storytime
This ticketed before-hours event will immerse children with an egg quest around the museum, special trains running in our Toy Train Gallery, arts & crafts, and storytime. After you’ve finished your search for eggs and eaten some candy, enjoy museum admission for the rest of the day.
Requires Admission
One event on April 1, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on April 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
Art Alive
The Museum is in full bloom for this signature fundraiser and annual exhibition with nearly 100 floral arrangements inspired by the Museum collection on view throughout the Museum. See the John M. and Sally B. Thornton Rotunda transform into an all-encompassing floral installation by 2023 Rotunda Designer Natalie Gill, enjoy two enjoy special art installations only on view during Art Alive, and enjoy hands-on art-making and interactive activities designed for families and artists of all ages to do together in the Garden of…
Requires Admission
An event every month that begins at 10:00 am on day First of the month, repeating until December 31, 2023
An event every month that begins at 10:00 am on day Third of the month, repeating until December 31, 2023
Meet Huxley the Harris’s Hawk
San Diego, CA 92101 United States + Google Map
Meet Huxley the Harris’s Hawk and his handler, volunteer Bob Gordon. Find them in Unshelved from 10 AM - 2 PM and learn about regional birds of prey as well as the art of falconry. Takes place most first and third Saturdays.
Requires Admission
One event on April 1, 2023 at 10:00 am
One event on April 2, 2023 at 10:00 am
Art Alive
The Museum is in full bloom for this signature fundraiser and annual exhibition with nearly 100 floral arrangements inspired by the Museum collection on view throughout the Museum. See the John M. and Sally B. Thornton Rotunda transform into an all-encompassing floral installation by 2023 Rotunda Designer Natalie Gill, enjoy two enjoy special art installations only on view during Art Alive, and enjoy hands-on art-making and interactive activities designed for families and artists of all ages to do together in the Garden of…
Requires Admission