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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120
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SUMMARY:Wild San Diego
DESCRIPTION:They call it the perfect city. With surf\, sand\, and superb weather\, millions of visitors flock to San Diego every year. This oasis at the crossroads of desert and sea is a natural marvel and boasts the highest diversity of plants and animals of any other county in the contiguous U.S. \n\n\n\nFor millennia\, the relentless ocean has collided with the rugged coast\, desert\, and mountains\, creating a tapestry of habitats bursting with life. Even today\, amidst a landscape utterly transformed by 3.3 million human residents\, San Diego remains the most biodiverse place in America. Because San Diego isn’t just America’s Finest City. It’s also America’s Wildest City. \nWild San Diego unveils the hidden wonders of the country’s most biodiverse urban landscape\, where humans and wildlife collide in spectacular fashion. From rushing grebes and urban squirrels to magnificent marine migrations and grunion runs\, this brand-new film\, produced for The Nat in partnership with Day’s Edge Productions and PBS Nature\, proves that this city’s heartbeat is as wild as it is wonderful. \nWild San Diego is a production of The WNET Group\, Terra Mater Studios GmbH\, and Day’s Edge Productions in association with PBS and CPB. \nThe Giant Screen Experience is included with paid admission and free for members.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/wild-san-diego/
LOCATION:San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat)\, 1788 El Prado\, Balboa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270101
DTSTAMP:20260202T141309Z
CREATED:20251222T133145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T141309Z
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SUMMARY:Deep Sky
DESCRIPTION:Deep Sky brings the awe-inspiring images captured by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JSWT) to IMAX®—a journey to the beginning of time and space\, to never-before-seen cosmic landscapes\, recently discovered exoplanets and planets around other stars. \nFollow the global mission to build and launch JWST into orbit in an attempt to answer questions that have haunted us since the beginning of time: Where did we come from? How did the universe begin? Are we alone? \nDirected by Nathaniel Kahn and narrated by Michelle Williams.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/deep-sky/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190510Z
CREATED:20251124T150357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T190510Z
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SUMMARY:Farm to Craft
DESCRIPTION:Curated from Mingei International Museum’s Permanent Collection\, this Entry Level exhibition explores the global significance of grains as a source of sustenance and an inspiration to human creativity. Grains such as corn\, wheat\, rice\, quinoa\, and oats are dietary staples around the world\, their common presence forming important roles across communities and the cultures built around them. From tools used to harvest and process\, to containers used to store and consume\, each object is an example of how innovative design\, borne from a need\, and a craftsman’s own artistic eye\, intersect to produce clever results. Artisans use straw\, husks\, chaff\, hulls\, and the grains themselves to make whimsical figures and fashionable creations\, revealing how even the humblest of materials can spark endless imagination.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/farm-to-craft/
LOCATION:Mingei International Museum\, 1439 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTSTAMP:20260831T134123Z
CREATED:20260527T131524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T134123Z
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SUMMARY:Ocean Paradise
DESCRIPTION:Uncover the secrets of paradise.\nMay 22\, 2026 through November 19\, 2026 \nThousands of miles from civilization lie the keys to safeguarding our planet—three untouched atolls that give us insight into human impacts on Earth. Join us on a journey across wild tropics\, pristine shores\, and thriving reefs few will ever see in person.  \nNarrated by Diane Lane and featuring music from Jack Johnson and Coldplay\, Ocean Paradise explores the stories of Palmyra Atoll\, Midway Atoll\, and Rose Atoll Marine National Monument—remote sanctuaries across the Pacific Ocean. Research here helps scientists understand and combat climate change and large-scale pollution.  \nJourney to the far edges of the Pacific in this hopeful tale of ecological conservation and discovery. Ocean Paradise is a Giant Screen Film production.  \nThe Giant Screen Experience is included with paid admission and is free for members
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/ocean-paradise/
LOCATION:San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat)\, 1788 El Prado\, Balboa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTSTAMP:20260527T132358Z
CREATED:20260527T132358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T132358Z
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SUMMARY:Back from the Brink
DESCRIPTION:How do you save a species when time is working against you?\nMay 22\, 2026 through November 19\, 2026 \nBack From the Brink tells the remarkable stories of three extraordinary animal species rescued from extinction. Discover the coordinated efforts that saved a tiny fox in California’s Channel Islands\, a fabled monkey in China’s Yunnan Province\, and the iconic Christmas Island crabs off Australia’s coast.  \nNarrated by actress Clare Danes\, the film showcases conservation in action. Meet the inspiring scientists\, community members\, park rangers\, and students working to protect these species and support their recovery.  \nBack From the Brink is a Cosmic Pictures distribution release in association with The Nature Conservancy. Written by Kurt Frey and Jennifer Casey\, the film is executive produced by Anthony and Joe Russo and directed by Sean Casey.  \nThe Giant Screen Experience is included with paid admission and is free for members. 
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/back-from-the-brink/
LOCATION:San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat)\, 1788 El Prado\, Balboa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T200148Z
CREATED:20260611T200148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T200148Z
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SUMMARY:Cecil Beaton’s Fashionable World
DESCRIPTION:Photographer\, fashion illustrator\, Oscar-winning costume designer\, social caricaturist\, and writer Cecil Beaton (1904–1980) was an extraordinary force in the twentieth-century British and American creative scenes. This is the first exhibition dedicated to Beaton’s fashion and portrait photography\, which he elevated into an art form.   \nThis exhibition showcases Beaton at his most triumphant – from shaping the public image of the “Bright Young Things” (a group of exuberant and artistically inclined socialites in 1920s London) to fashion photography for Vogue and other magazines\, his vital role as photographer in World War II\, and his reinvention of royal portraiture for the modern age\, to award-winning costume and set designs for My Fair Lady on stage and screen. Via London\, Paris\, New York\, and Hollywood\, his era-defining photographs captured beauty\, glamour\, and star power in the interwar and early post-war eras. \nCecil Beaton’s Fashionable World features portraits of some of the twentieth century’s most iconic and glamorous figures\, including Marilyn Monroe\, Audrey Hepburn\, Elizabeth Taylor\, and Marlon Brando; Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret; as well as stars of the artistic and literary scenes\, Truman Capote\, Francis Bacon\, and Salvador Dalí.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/cecil-beatons-fashionable-world/
LOCATION:San Diego Museum of Art\, 1450 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261130
DTSTAMP:20261029T195608Z
CREATED:20260923T115034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T195608Z
UID:10071870-1791417600-1795996799@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Wings Over Water
DESCRIPTION:Across the heartland of North America\, a wetland kingdom of connected rivers\, lakes\, and waterways has provided an oasis for wildlife since the retreat of the last ice age over 10\,000 years ago. Today\, these water highways are home to countless species. Alongside herds of bison in the Great Plains and salamanders in the smallest ponds\, millions of frequent fliers rely on this pristine wilderness for survival. \nWings Over Water\, narrated by Michael Keaton\, follows three magnificent bird species—the Sandhill Crane\, the Yellow Warbler\, and the Mallard Duck—as they migrate along these epic “flyways.” With extraordinary footage brought to life on the Heikoff Giant Dome IMAX® screen\, audiences can fly alongside these incredible birds and experience the wonder of one of North America’s most diverse and untouched ecosystems.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/wings-over-water/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T190631Z
CREATED:20251217T145905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T190631Z
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SUMMARY:Painted Prayers: The Japanese Folk Art Tradition of Ema
DESCRIPTION:Painted Prayers: The Japanese Folk Art Tradition of Ema exhibition highlights one of Japan’s most fascinating folk painting traditions\, ema – house-shaped wooden votive plaques offered as prayers in Japan’s Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples. Most ema are small and traditionally feature hand-painted imagery of deities\, animals\, or objects\, representing wishes as general as good fortune for the coming year or as specific as the removal of warts. The objects are overflowing with color\, hope\, and humor\, including some very surprising visual puns. For centuries\, worshippers have inscribed these ema with impassioned prayers and hung them up on wooden stands outside shrine and temple halls\, hoping that the gods will read them and grant their wishes before the end of the year\, when the plaques are ritually burned. Painted Prayers: The Japanese Folk Art Tradition of Ema will present the history of this religious painting tradition\, explain the different uses of large and small ema\, and introduce the many different categories of images and the prayers associated with each of them. Curated by Japanese art historian Meher McArthur\, this will be the first museum exhibition in the United States to present such an extensive and varied display of ema\, both large and small\, ranging from the 18th century to the present day. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/painted-prayers-the-japanese-folk-art-tradition-of-ema/
LOCATION:Mingei International Museum\, 1439 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261231T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T125650Z
CREATED:20261026T125650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T125650Z
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SUMMARY:Art Deco
DESCRIPTION:From sweeping curves and polished chrome to elegant details and advanced engineering\, these cars capture a time when automotive design became an expression of modern luxury and progress.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/art-deco/
LOCATION:San Diego Automotive Museum
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270815T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T131035Z
CREATED:20261026T130908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T131035Z
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SUMMARY:Icons of Imperial Russia
DESCRIPTION:Icons are religious images in the Greek or Russian tradition. They differ from devotional pictures in Western Christianity in several important ways. Icon painters worked in two dimensions\, focusing on symbolic representations\, rather than illusions of space and volume. Icon scenes are situated beyond earthly time and space\, with gold representing both light and landscape. Icons’ physical characteristics are often designed for portability\, reflecting the needs of everyday religious practices. \nThe first Russian icons were painted in the 1100s by monks in Kyiv\, the capital of the vast realm of Kievan Rus. These works were based on earlier examples from Byzantium\, Kyiv’s main economic partner. Constantinople (modern Istanbul)\, center of the Byzantine Empire\, exerted cultural and linguistic dominance throughout the Mediterranean and across the Caspian Sea. \nArtistic practices in Kyiv were strictly regulated until the 1650s. Some later icons show traces of Western Christian styles such as shading and modeling of faces. Traditional features such as the oklad\, or sculpted metal facing\, often coexisted with such techniques. Most icons were not signed by individual artists\, as is the case with all the works on display here. \nThe exhibited works come from southwestern territories of the Russian Empire (about 1721–1917)\, mainly Ukraine\, and played an integral role in daily life. Here these icons offer an immersive and contemplative experience for all visitors.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/icons-of-imperial-russia/
LOCATION:San Diego Museum of Art\, 1450 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260713T134031Z
CREATED:20260713T134031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T134031Z
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SUMMARY:My Bed: Enchanting Ways to Fall Asleep Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Presenting the original artwork featured in the beloved children’s book\, My Bed: Enchanting Ways to Fall Asleep Around the World\, illustrated by artist Salley Mavor\, this exhibition consists of eighteen hand-embroidered\, three-dimensional tableaus. Each intricately rendered scene captures the spirit of a different place and way of life\, while illuminating the universal theme of children falling asleep. Scenes range from children falling asleep on a houseboat in the Netherlands\, in hammocks in Brazil\, on a rooftop in Morocco\, on futons in Japan\, and on an intricate carpet in Afghanistan\, to name a few. \nMavor lives and works on Cape Cod\, in Falmouth\, Massachusetts. She was studying illustration at the Rhode Island School of Design in the 1970’s when an insightful teacher encouraged her to tap into her playful side. She discovered that working with stitching and soft sculpture allowed her ideas to come alive in new and unexpected ways. For most of her career\, she has followed this path\, creating stitched scenes in bas-relief\, much like miniature\, shallow stage sets\, with figures imposed on embellished fabric backgrounds. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/my-bed-enchanting-ways-to-fall-asleep-around-the-world/
LOCATION:Mingei International Museum\, 1439 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270101
DTSTAMP:20261102T132129Z
CREATED:20261102T132129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261102T132129Z
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SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is a wonderful\, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book. Back for its 29th incredible year\, the family favorite features the songs “Santa for a Day\,” “You’re a Mean One\, Mr. Grinch\,” and “Welcome\, Christmas (Fah Who Doraze)\,” the delightful carol from the popular animated version of How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Celebrate the holidays as the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre\, part of the Globe’s Conrad Prebys Theatre Center\, is once again transformed into the snow-covered Who-ville\, right down to the last can of Who-hash. \nRunning time: One hour and 20 minutes. There is no intermission.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/dr-seusss-how-the-grinch-stole-christmas/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261130
DTSTAMP:20261026T121837Z
CREATED:20261026T121837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T121837Z
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SUMMARY:America the Beautiful
DESCRIPTION:Embark on an awe-inspiring journey from sea to shining sea in America the Beautiful\, a celebration of the land’s vast and varied beauty and a tribute to those who work to protect it. \nExplore soaring mountain ranges\, expansive plains\, surprising deserts\, flowing rivers and wetlands\, and the wildlife that color these landscapes in this immersive\, sweeping journey filmed for giant screens. Narrated by Kelsey Grammer\, America the Beautiful highlights the natural wonder of the land and reveals that it is not preserved by chance\, but through bold vision\, determination\, and an enduring commitment to conservation that continues to shape the nation’s natural legacy.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/america-the-beautiful/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113
DTSTAMP:20261102T151305Z
CREATED:20261102T151305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261102T151305Z
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SUMMARY:We The Marines
DESCRIPTION:We\, The Marines takes viewers on an action-packed adventure into the unparalleled experience of becoming and serving as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps. Narrated by former marine and actor\, Gene Hackman\, the film honors something more than dedication and service; the film offers an unforgettable glimpse into the first-hand experiences of America’s “first responders” and what it takes to become the men and women who honor and defend our country.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/we-the-marines/2026-11-12/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T123000
DTSTAMP:20261026T124651Z
CREATED:20261026T124651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T124651Z
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SUMMARY:Sumi-e (ink Painting)
DESCRIPTION:Japanese ink painting\, or sumi-e\, is the embodiment of Japanese aesthetics. Using just simple black ink and carefully curated white space\, sumi-e captures the timeless beauty and complexity of the natural world. \nRooted in centuries of tradition\, sumi-e teaches artists to work with restraint rather than abundance — a single\, deliberate brushstroke can suggest the weight of a mountain or the bend of a bamboo stalk. In this class\, students will explore essential brush techniques and traditional subjects while discovering the quiet\, meditative discipline behind this timeless art form. \nDate: 12/12/2026\nTime: 10:00AM – 12:30PM\nJFGM Member $30 | Non Member $45 \n*Admission included\, registration required\n*Refunds will not be given less than 7 days before the program
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/sumi-e-ink-painting/
LOCATION:Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum\, 2215 Pan American Road East\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,Art
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260527T123213Z
CREATED:20260521T193425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T123213Z
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SUMMARY:Community Art Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Great for artists of all ages. Community Art Workshops invite artists to enjoy hands-on art making experiences inspired by the thinking and creating processes of artists on view at the Museum. Artists under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop. \n  \nPlease join us! No reservation is required. All materials are provided. Free with Museum admission. \nGreat for artists of all ages. Community Art Workshops invite artists to enjoy hands-on art making experiences inspired by the thinking and creating processes of artists on view at the Museum. Artists under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop. Museum admission not included
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/community-art-workshop/2026-11-12/
CATEGORIES:Workshop,Art
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T143000
DTSTAMP:20261013T120849Z
CREATED:20261013T120849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T120849Z
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SUMMARY:Veterans Appreciation Dance
DESCRIPTION:Live Music. Light Refreshments. Raffle Prizes.\nJoin us on Thursday\, November 12\, 2026\, for our Veterans Appreciation Dance\, a special afternoon of music\, dancing\, and community as we honor those who served our country. Veterans attend at no cost\, and admission is $5 for all other guests.\nAgeWell Services – 60+
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/veterans-appreciation-dance/
LOCATION:Balboa Park Club\, 2150 Pan American Road West\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T200000
DTSTAMP:20261019T133651Z
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SUMMARY:Artifact at Night
DESCRIPTION:Join Chefs Tim Kolanko\, Wesley Remington\, and Tony Coito for a multi-course meal inspired by a Trip Down the Danube for our November ARTIFACT at Night. \nNot seeing a reservation time? Email ARTIFACT at Mingei at contact@urbankitchengroup.com
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/artifact-at-night-2/
LOCATION:ARTIFACT at Mingei\, 1439 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTSTAMP:20260817T150402Z
CREATED:20260817T150402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T150402Z
UID:10071760-1794528000-1794787199@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Susan G Komen 3 Day Walk
DESCRIPTION:Your Susan G. Komen 3-Day® starts the moment you make the commitment. Your 3-Day coaches will support you as you train and fundraise. Our amazing community of walkers\, crew\, and volunteers will welcome you into our Pink Bubble as you get ready to take an incredible journey to end breast cancer forever. \nYou can customize your journey with a 1-Day\, 2-Day or full 3-Day experience. Choose whichever commitment\, distance and fundraising minimum is right for you. Every step matters. Every dollar raised helps us fulfill our mission. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1 DAY\, 20 MILES \nRaise $750. A great way to sample the 3-Day experience\, Sunday\, November 15. \n\n\n\n\n2 DAYS\, 40 MILES \nRaise $1\,800. Step it up for an extra challenge\, Saturday and Sunday\, November 14-15. \n\n\n\n\n3 DAYS\, 60 MILES \nRaise $2\,300. Join us for the full 3-Day experience\, Friday\, Saturday and Sunday\, November 13-15. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen you choose the 3-Day Route\, your first day begins with an inspirational Opening Ceremony where the adrenaline and anticipation of taking on 60 miles is like nothing you’ve ever experienced before. The feelings of pride and strength you’ll realize while walking 60 miles through San Diego’s cool surfside neighborhoods are only matched by the spirit and gratitude of the communities you encounter and those you are helping along the way. You’ll walk along the Pacific Coast Highway and will be wowed by the beauty of Del Mar\, Torrey Pines and Mission Bay! You’ll spend Friday and Saturday night with your fellow participants in our outdoor camp at Sunset Point Park. Hotel options are available at your own expense. \nWhen you choose the 2-Day Route\, your first day begins on Saturday\, November 14 with an energetic welcome and walk out. You’ll walk approximately 40 miles over the course of two days\, with breaks and lunch along the route. You’ll join us at the end of your first day for a moving Honor Ceremony where we honor and share stories of those we’ve lost\, those still fighting and our survivors and thrivers living with metastatic breast cancer. You’ll spend Saturday night with your fellow participants in our outdoor camp at Sunset Point Park\, with an option to camp on Friday night as well\, if you wish. \nWhen you choose the 1-Day Route\, your journey begins Sunday\, November 15 where you join in with our 2-Day and 3-Day walkers for a welcome and walk out on the final day of the 3-Day journey. Or you can choose to arrive on Saturday and spend the night with us in camp. \nFor all participants\, your adventure culminates in a Finish Line Festival and Closing Ceremony celebrating all you’ve accomplished\, remembering those we have lost\, and honoring those who are in the fight of their lives. \nWhether you walk 20\, 40 or 60 miles\, you’ll do so in the embrace of the dedicated 3-Day community\, sharing stories\, eating meals together and making new friends. There’s no question that the 3-Day is a hard journey\, but we all know\, it’s not as hard as breast cancer. It’s not as hard as getting bad news at your latest scan. It’s not as hard as saying goodbye. \nWe walk because we must. We walk for ourselves\, our sisters\, mothers\, fathers\, daughters\, sons and friends. We walk because we can’t sit idly by watching while breast cancer still exists in the world. Since 2003\, we’ve raised more than $927 million to save lives\, support community programs\, and make huge strides in breast cancer research and access to care. \nThe Susan G. Komen 3-Day is an experience you’ll never forget. It’s why our walkers come back year after year to recommit their time and energy to put an end to breast cancer once and for all. Register and join us.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/susan-g-komen-3-day-walk/
LOCATION:Balboa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T213000
DTSTAMP:20261104T133807Z
CREATED:20261104T133807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T133807Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Concert
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight Concerts are a series of original music concerts created by Fever aimed at democratizing access to culture by allowing people all over the world to enjoy live music candlelit performances played by local musicians in various stunning locations illuminated by thousands of candles. \nCandlelight was initially conceived as a classical music series with concerts featuring works from the greatest composers\, such as Vivaldi\, Mozart\, and Chopin. Now\, the ever-growing list of programs includes a wide variety of themes and genres\, including tributes to contemporary like Queen\, ABBA\, Coldplay\, and Ed Sheeran\, as well as shows dedicated to K-Pop\, movie soundtracks and many more. \nThis multi-sensory experience has also evolved to feature different elements\, such as ballet dancers or aerial performers\, as well as other genres\, such as jazz\, soul\, opera\, flamenco\, and more. Candlelight Concerts are present in more than 100 cities worldwide\, with over 3 Million guests in attendance to date.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/candlelight-concert/2026-11-13/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T210000
DTSTAMP:20261104T134457Z
CREATED:20261104T134457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T134457Z
UID:10072392-1794646800-1794690000@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Yokohama Festival
DESCRIPTION:For 70 years\, San Diego and Yokohama have shared a friendship built through culture\, education and people-to-people exchange. On Saturday\, November 14\, that friendship comes alive in Balboa Park with a day of Japanese culture\, performances\, food\, activities and fun for all ages. \nExperience the energy of taiko\, join in Bon Odori\, explore cultural and community booths\, discover Yokohama\, and enjoy special activities throughout the day. Whether this is your first introduction to Japan or a friendship generations in the making\, everyone is invited to celebrate with us.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/yokohama-festival/
LOCATION:Balboa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T160000
DTSTAMP:20261019T114244Z
CREATED:20261019T114244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T114244Z
UID:10072316-1794650400-1794672000@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:San Diego Potters Guild Fall Patio Show and Sale
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Potters’ Guild is a working ceramics studio and gallery at Studio 29 in Spanish Village Arts Center in the heart of Balboa Park. Find us just off Park Boulevard on Village Place\, north of the Natural History Museum and south of the Zoo. \nOur gallery/studio is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm. \nThemed exhibits rotate in our central gallery throughout the year\, and during our two annual patio shows on the second full weekends in June and November\, we fill the Spanish Village courtyard with our latest work. \nFor more information\, visit us at sandiegopottersguild.org or call us at (619) 239-0507 \n 
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/san-diego-potters-guild-fall-patio-show-and-sale/2026-11-14/
LOCATION:Spanish Village Art Center\, 1770 Village Pl\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260319T201959Z
CREATED:20260312T183938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T201959Z
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SUMMARY:Art Mart
DESCRIPTION:SDCAMA art shows display the living art of today; you can hold it in your hands and take it into your life. Many of our artist members are full time professionals that have been plying their trade for decades\, have won competitions throughout the U.S.\, and are world renowned. Other members only have time to create when they have a spare moment in their busy lives. We all have one thing in common; our artists are visionaries\, driven to awaken within a world seldom experienced\, through the expertise of their gentile hands.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/artmart/2026-11-14/
LOCATION:Park Boulevard and Presidents Way Lawn\, Balboa Park Boulevard and Presidents Way Lawn Park Boulevard\, San Diego\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Diego County Art Mart Association":MAILTO:info@sdcama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T130732Z
CREATED:20260921T130732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T130732Z
UID:10071863-1794652200-1794655800@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Salley Mavor will talk about her long career creating imaginative miniature worlds with three-dimensional embroidery. Her presentation will explore a wide range of artistic endeavors\, including children’s book illustration\, stand-alone artwork\, and stop-motion animation\, demonstrating that there are no limits to what can be expressed with a needle and thread. \nGo behind the scenes of Mavor’s creative process and learn where it began\, how it’s evolved\, and what continues to inspire her work. \nCopies of My Bed: Enchanting Ways to Fall Asleep around the World will be available for purchase\, followed by a book signing.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/coffee-and-conversations-5/
LOCATION:Mingei International Museum\, 1439 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T220000
DTSTAMP:20261104T134707Z
CREATED:20261029T195017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T134707Z
UID:10072393-1794681000-1794693600@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Circle of Light
DESCRIPTION:The Love of Rumi & Shams is an immersive 360° dome experience that ushers you into the mystical world of the Persian Sufi poet Rumi\, featuring the voice of the most renowned living Iranian vocalist\, Shahram Nazeri\, performed in Rumi’s original language.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/circle-of-light-2/2026-11-14/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T080000
DTSTAMP:20260527T124224Z
CREATED:20260525T175450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T124224Z
UID:10071168-1794724200-1794729600@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Cars and Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Cars and Coffee is where beautiful vehicles and their fabulous owners come together to show off their collection and to share in their mutual interest. Along with this\, spectators usually join in for the sights and sounds. \nThese car enthusiasts gather in the parking lot just outside the Museum for our monthly informal car meet\, and we welcome up to 200 cars – all years\, makes\, models\, colors\, styles\, and customizations. It’s completely free. We provide coffee and donuts. \nThe Museum opens early at 8:00am with a special admission price of $10 before 10:00am.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/cars-and-coffee-2/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:San Diego Automotive Museum
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T190000
DTSTAMP:20260413T142106Z
CREATED:20260413T142106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T142106Z
UID:10070797-1794729600-1794769200@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Tianguis
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to be part of the Tianguis de la Raza. Every Third Sunday of the month (except January and February) \nThis artisan market’s mission is to create a space that connects local crafters and community members to promote an autonomous economy and community building.  \nThere are always arts and crafts\, natural self-care products\, home goods\, and more.\nPlus\, there will be fun activities for the entire family\, including:  \nLive Music and Children’s art workshops and more! \n Come out to connect\, build community and support local art.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/tianguis/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Centro Cultural de la Raza\, 2004 Park Blvd\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T110000
DTSTAMP:20251107T133438Z
CREATED:20251107T133438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T133438Z
UID:10070262-1794736800-1794740400@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:A Space for All of Us
DESCRIPTION:Sensory-Friendly Quiet Mornings at the Museum\nThe Museum’s sensory-friendly quiet hours are held every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. This time is dedicated to creating a calmer\, quieter museum experience. We remain open to the public during this time\, and all are welcome to visit the Museum. \nDuring this time\, specific exhibit features in the main Museum building will be turned off to minimize audio and visual stimulation. Noise-blocking headphones are free for check-out at the main Admissions desk and the entrance to the Cannibals: Myth & Reality exhibition\, \nExhibit features in the Cannibals: Myth & Reality exhibit will remain on\, and all exhibits will be fully turned on at 11 a.m. Admission purchased during sensory-friendly quiet hours is the same as standard admission and applies to the entire day. \nPlease contact publicprograms@museumofus.org with any questions.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/a-space-for-all-of-us-2/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Museum of Us\, 1350 El Prado\, Balboa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260921T122843Z
CREATED:20260921T122843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T122843Z
UID:10071859-1794736800-1794747600@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Koto Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Koto\, also called kin\, long Japanese board zither having 13 silk strings and movable bridges. The body of the instrument is made of paulownia wood and is about 190 cm (74 inches) long. When the performer is kneeling or seated on the floor\, the koto is held off the floor by two legs or a bridge-storage box; in most modern concerts\, the instrument is placed on a stand so the performer can sit on a chair. The koto is played by plucking the strings with the thumb and first two fingers of the right hand\, which are fitted with ivory plectrums called tsume. The left hand\, in traditions after the 16th century\, may alter the pitch or sound of each string by pressing or manipulating the strings to the left of the bridges. Various pentatonic tunings are used\, depending on the type of music being played.\nThe koto appeared in the Japanese court during the 8th century and was called the gakusō. Schools for the bourgeois were established in the 16th century. Two of these—Ikuta (started in the 17th century) and Yamada (opened in the 18th century)—continue to the present day. Solo (danmono) and chamber (sankyoku) music dominate the repertory\, and in the latter form the koto player often sings as well.\nOne on One Lessons \nJFGM Member $55 | Non-Member $75 \nUpper Garden | Education Center \n1 Hour Length \nKoto and materials included \nRegistration Required\, Admission included \n 
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/koto-lessons/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum\, 2215 Pan American Road East\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T160000
DTSTAMP:20261019T114244Z
CREATED:20261019T114244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T114244Z
UID:10072317-1794736800-1794758400@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:San Diego Potters Guild Fall Patio Show and Sale
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Potters’ Guild is a working ceramics studio and gallery at Studio 29 in Spanish Village Arts Center in the heart of Balboa Park. Find us just off Park Boulevard on Village Place\, north of the Natural History Museum and south of the Zoo. \nOur gallery/studio is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm. \nThemed exhibits rotate in our central gallery throughout the year\, and during our two annual patio shows on the second full weekends in June and November\, we fill the Spanish Village courtyard with our latest work. \nFor more information\, visit us at sandiegopottersguild.org or call us at (619) 239-0507 \n 
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/san-diego-potters-guild-fall-patio-show-and-sale/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Spanish Village Art Center\, 1770 Village Pl\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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