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  • October 2026

  • Thu 15
    Paint and Sip: Alebrijes

    Paint and Sip: Alebrijes

    October 15 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    San Diego History Center 1649 El Prado, Suite #3, San Diego, CA, United States

    Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and Día de los Muertos with a festive evening of art, drinks, and local history! Join the San Diego History Center at Mujeres Brew House, San Diego’s first Latina-owned brewery, for a fun Paint & Sip experience. Enjoy a guided painting session led by local artist Maira Meza (@artehastalamuerte6), sip on ...

    $30.00 – $40.00
  • Fri 16

    Meteorites as Artistic Matter

    October 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
    San Diego Museum of Art 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    Speakers: Ulrike Arnold, Artist; Gerard van Belle, PhD, Former Director of Science at Lowell Observatory; and Rachel Jans, PhD, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at The San Diego Museum of Art MOPA@SDMA Joan and Irwin Jacobs Theater   Meteorites as Artistic Matter brings together internationally acclaimed artist Ulrike Arnold, astronomer Gerard van Belle, and the Museum’s ...

    $15.00 – $30.00
  • Fri 16

    Nat at Night

    October 16 @ 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm Nat at Night
    San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat) 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA, United States

    On select Fridays, the San Diego Natural History Museum is open late just for you. Enjoy access to all open exhibitions and our rooftop deck for good views and great vibes. The rooftop is open to all visitors and serves beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, and food from Wolf in the Woods. Take a selfie with a megalodon ...

  • Fri 16

    Sacred Movement, Painted Prayers

    October 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Mingei International Museum 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    Experience the intersection of living craft, tradition, and movement. Begin the evening with a performance of Nihon Buyo—Japanese classical dance—by acclaimed dancer Ichinosuke Umekawa. Formally trained in ballet and Kabuki theater, Umekawa brings folk narratives to life through fluid grace and masterful expression. Following the performance, join Guest Curator Meher McArthur to enjoy an advance preview of Painted Prayers ...

    $15.00 – $25.00
  • Fri 16
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    Candlelight Concert

    October 16 @ 6:15 pm - 9:30 pm Candlelight Concert
    Fleet Science Center 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    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. Candlelight was initially conceived as a classical music series with concerts ...

  • Sat 17
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    Walk4ALZ

    October 17 @ 5:00 am - 10:00 am
    Balboa Park San Diego, CA, United States

    Support the 100,000 San Diegans living with dementia by joining the Walk4ALZ on Saturday, October 17th! This marks our 10th year celebrating this impactful walk. All proceeds benefit Alzheimer's San Diego and will be used to support people living with dementia, their caregivers, and to fund research for a cure. Walk4ALZ is completely free to register and is a ...

  • Sat 17
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    Fleet Accessibility Mornings

    October 17 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
    Fleet Science Center 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    Early access to galleries at 9 a.m. On the third Saturday of every month, we open our doors one hour before the museum opens to the public and screen a documentary with house lights on and the soundtrack volume low. And if you want to stay and enjoy the museum all day? You can! Accessibility ...

  • Sat 17
    Charming historic house with blue doors and windows in Balboa Park, surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees, showcasing cultural heritage.

    House of Czech & Slovak Republics Lawn Program

    October 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm House of Czech & Slovak Republics Lawn Program
    House of Czech & Slovak Republics 2170 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA, United States

    The members celebrate the October 1918 founding of the Country of Czechoslovakia on the third Sunday in October with a Lawn Program of singing, dancing and music as well as offering Czech/Slovak food and bakery for sale to Park visitors.

    Free
  • Sat 17
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    Community Art Workshop

    October 17 @ 11:00 am - October 24 @ 1:00 pm Community Art Workshop

    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.   Please join us! No reservation is ...

    Free
  • Sat 17
    Kokeshi Doll Painting workshop

    Kokeshi Doll Painting

    October 17 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum 2215 Pan American Road East, San Diego, CA, United States

    Discover the charm of Tohoku’s beloved Kokeshi dolls! Learn about their history, cultural significance, and connection to the region’s traditional craftsmanship. Then, get creative and design your own Kokeshi-inspired doll to take home. No artistic experience is needed—just bring your imagination and enjoy this fun, hands-on activity! Date: 10/17 Time: 1:00-2:30 Location: Education Center General ...

    $20.00 – $35.00
  • Sun 18
    Classic and modern cars parked at Balboa Park car show in San Diego, California.

    Cars and Coffee

    October 18 @ 6:30 am - 8:00 am Cars and Coffee
    San Diego Automotive Museum

    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. These car enthusiasts gather in the parking lot just outside the Museum for our monthly informal car meet, ...

  • Sun 18
    Centro Cultural de la Raza with a band playing in front

    Tianguis

    October 18 @ 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Tianguis
    Centro Cultural de la Raza 2004 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, United States

    We invite you to be part of the Tianguis de la Raza. Every Third Sunday of the month (except January and February) This artisan market's mission is to create a space that connects local crafters and community members to promote an autonomous economy and community building. There are always arts and crafts, natural self-care products, ...

    Free
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