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SUMMARY:Spinning Resistance: Women\, Cloth\, and the Long Memory of 1776
DESCRIPTION:The spinning wheel keeps showing up at moments of political crisis — and it’s never just about spinning. In the 1760s\, American women turned spinning bees into public acts of resistance against British taxation. Arts and Crafts reformers claimed it as a rebuke to industrial capitalism. In the 1920s\, Gandhi made the charkha the emblem of Indian independence from the British Empire. Twentieth-century American women\, meanwhile\, rediscovered it as a symbol of a revolutionary female tradition the original 1776 had denied them — decorating their homes with it\, wearing the loose clothing it evoked\, claiming the Daughters of Liberty as their own foremothers. But the spinning wheel casts a longer shadow: enslaved women spun and wove too\, and the cotton that fed industrial production had been harvested by coerced labor for generations. \nJoin the San Diego History Center for another program in our America at 250 series as historian Molly McClain explores the history of the spinning wheel across three continents and 150 years to ask what commemorative culture commemorates — and who gets to decide. \nMolly McClain (PhD\, Yale) is a professor of history at the University of San Diego. Her research focuses on women’s history\, philanthropy\, and cultural history more broadly. A ninth-generation San Diegan\, she is the author of four books and numerous articles\, including Ellen Browning Scripps: New Money and American Philanthropy (2017). McClain’s public history work includes over a decade as editor of The Journal of San Diego History and the successful designation of the La Jolla Park Coastal Historic District to the National Register of Historic Places in 2024. \nGeneral tickets: $20\nMuseum Members: $10
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/spinning-resistance-women-cloth-and-the-long-memory-of-1776/
LOCATION:San Diego History Center\, 1649 El Prado\, Suite #3\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
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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/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T210000
DTSTAMP:20261104T132936Z
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SUMMARY:The Sky Tonight
DESCRIPTION:Tour the solar system with the Fleet’s resident astronomer and connect with other skywatchers. Journey through the cosmos with us as we explore a new topic each month. \n\nThe Sky Tonight: Monthly planetarium show at 7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month.\nNEW!  The Sky Tonight: Virtual Edition at 7 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month\, via Zoom\nNEW!  The Sky Tonight: Family Edition at 11 a.m. on the second Sunday of each month\n\nPresentations begin with a look at the sky followed by a special topic presentation. \nBefore or after Wednesday shows at the Fleet\, join members of the San Diego Astronomy Association on the Prado by the Bea Evenson Fountain and be inspired by the stars in the actual night sky (weather permitting) through different telescopes.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/the-sky-tonight-4-2-2/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Things to Do
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261102T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261102T210000
DTSTAMP:20260202T135306Z
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SUMMARY:Argentine Tango Class
DESCRIPTION:All levels\, all ages class taught by Eduardo Santana every Monday. There is a fee of $20 per class. If you would like to attend a class\, wear shoes that allow for pivoting.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/argentine-tango-class/2026-11-02/
LOCATION:Centro Cultural de la Raza\, 2004 Park Blvd\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261102T160000
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CREATED:20260930T120645Z
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SUMMARY:Art Glass Association of Southern California 45th Annual Members' Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:45th Annual Show of AGASC\, featuring the best in art glass San Diego has to offer.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/art-glass-association-of-southern-california-45th-annual-members-exhibition/2026-11-02/
LOCATION:Gallery 21\, Spanish Village\, 1770 Village Place\, San Diego\, CA 92101\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261102T170000
DTSTAMP:20261104T140617Z
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SUMMARY:Senior Monday
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for an engaging lecture  on fascinating scientific topics\, followed by an unforgettable show in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater—all for the discounted admission of $10! It’s a great way to learn something new and connect with others in our community. Plus\, enjoy engaging and interactive experiences that you won’t want to miss. We can’t wait to explore the wonders of science with you! \nClick here to see the lineup of lecture topics\, speakers and documentaries. \nTickets are available only at the ticket counter on the day of the event. Fleet Members have free access to the Sharp Minds lecture. 
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/senior-monday-2/2026-11-02/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Things to Do
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T160000
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SUMMARY:The Taco Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for The Taco Party\, a lively gathering featuring unlimited street-style tacos\, refreshing beverages\, music\, and a festive atmosphere\, all in the Museum’s sculpture court and garden. Designed as a fun and welcoming celebration for all ages\, The Taco Party brings together great food\, community\, and the joyful spirit of Día de los Muertos. \nThe Taco Party is part of Día de los Muertos at SDMA\, a day of community highlighting a special ofrenda created by the community and designed by this season’s Visiting Artist Betsabeé Romero\, transforming the Museum into a powerful tribute to remembrance and celebration. \n  \nThe Taco Party is a special ticketed portion of the Día de los Muertos celebration bringing together great food\, community\, and the joyful spirit of the holiday. The Taco Party is designed as a fun and welcoming celebration for all ages. \nEvent includes: \n\nUnlimited taco tastings from stations hosted by participating local restaurants and taco vendors\nOne complimentary Panama 66 margarita\, beer on tap from Mujeres Brew House\, or agua fresca included with ticket purchase; Additional beverages available for purchase through Panama 66 bar\nCold brew\, coffee\, matcha\, and more from Marta\nRefreshing De La Calle Tepache\, a modern take on the traditional Mexican fermented pineapple beverage\nThemed photo booth\nLive music by San Diego-based Latin jazz group Quinteto Caballero\nInteractive art-making activities led by Museum educators\n\nAnd more to be announced… \n  \nThe Taco Party also continues the year-long centennial celebration marking the 100th year of The San Diego Museum of Art serving the community through art and bringing the world’s greatest art to the region. \nBoth museums will be free and open to the public on this day: \n\nSDMA: noon–5:00 p.m.\nMOPA@SDMA: 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.\n\nDon’t miss art by Visiting Artist Betsabeé Romero as part of the Día de los Muertos at SDMA community ofrenda in front of The San Diego Museum of Art and in Betsabeé Romero: Tejiendo Redes at MOPA@SDMA. Plus\, explore art from Mexican greats including Diego Rivera\, Manuel Álvarez Bravo\, Rufino Tamayo\, and more\, as well as artists from around the world\, at The San Diego Museum of Art. \n  \nTickets to The Taco Party are now on sale! \nTickets: $50 Members | $60 Nonmembers | $20 Youth (ages 0-6)
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/the-taco-party/
LOCATION:San Diego Museum of Art\, 1450 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260930T120704Z
CREATED:20260930T120645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T120704Z
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SUMMARY:Art Glass Association of Southern California 45th Annual Members' Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:45th Annual Show of AGASC\, featuring the best in art glass San Diego has to offer.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/art-glass-association-of-southern-california-45th-annual-members-exhibition/2026-11-01/
LOCATION:Gallery 21\, Spanish Village\, 1770 Village Place\, San Diego\, CA 92101\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260921T134036Z
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SUMMARY:Trains & Treats
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spooky day at the museum on Saturday\, October 31st & Sunday November 1!\nPut on your costume and celebrate the spooky season with us from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. with frighteningly fun activities for the whole family—thanks to the generous support of First 5 San Diego\, our event sponsor! \n\n\nHalloween-themed Arts & Crafts \n\n\nHalloween Games & Activities \n\n\nAnd of course\, candy! \n\nHalloween Family Day is included in museum admission\, and kids 4 and under get in free! 
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/trains-treats/2026-11-01/
LOCATION:San Diego Model Railroad Museum\, 1649 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260824T130437Z
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SUMMARY:Día de los Muertos at SDMA
DESCRIPTION:Come together with family\, friends\, and the community at large at a special\, free community event celebrating and honoring Día de los Muertos. Enjoy live performances\, family-friendly art-making activities\, and a special Día de los Muertos ofrenda created by visiting artist Betsabeé Romero in collaboration with local San Diego students\, all in the Balboa Park Plaza de Panama in front of The San Diego Museum of Art and free to the community. \nThrough artist-designed artmaking activities\, community members will be invited to honor loved ones\, share memories\, and contribute meaningful objects and creative responses to the ofrenda on view in the plaza. Romero will join the Museum community for the inauguration of the SDMA ofrenda on Sunday\, November 1 at 11:00 a.m. on the Museum’s front steps. \nThe Taco Party\, a gathering featuring unlimited street-style tacos\, refreshing beverages\, music\, and a festive atmosphere\, is a ticketed event complementing Día de los Muertos at SDMA. \n  \nFree admission to The San Diego Museum of Art (SDMA) and the Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art (MOPA@SDMA) on Sunday\, November 1 at noon–5:00 p.m. further complements the Día de los Muertos celebration.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/dia-de-los-muertos-at-sdma/
LOCATION:San Diego Museum of Art\, 1450 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T133000
DTSTAMP:20260810T141800Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T141800Z
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SUMMARY:AXIS - Dia de los Muertos Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Visitors are welcomed onto our campus to attend our fun and festive AXIS events which are designed for the whole family. AXIS is a free\, outdoor\, multi-generational program that celebrates the cultural diversity of San Diego by inviting local artists and craftspeople to share their cultural traditions and heritage on the Globe’s Copley Plaza. Performances feature\, dance\, music\, workshops\, crafts and so much more.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/axis-dia-de-los-muertos-celebration/
LOCATION:The Old Globe\, 363 Old Globe Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T110000
DTSTAMP:20251107T133438Z
CREATED:20251107T133438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T133438Z
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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-2/2026-11-01/
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:20261101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T131033Z
CREATED:20260817T131033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T131033Z
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SUMMARY:Shichi-Go-San
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Shichi-Go-San\, where children will have the opportunity to be dressed in traditional kimonos and photographed in the beautiful Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum! Traditionally in Japan\, girls (ages three and seven) and boys (age five) are dressed in traditional kimonos and brought to the nearby shrines in order to pray for good health. \n*This event is reservation based. Registration is required and available on a first come\, first served basis.  \n\nDates\nNovember 1st | 9am-3pm \nRegistration Fees\n$220 JFGM Member\n$250 Non-members\n*Registration includes a photoshoot reservation time slot with a volunteer photographer\, digital photos\, and garden admission for both the child and two direct family members. (Photoshoot includes a minimum of 15 professional photos).
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/shichi-go-san/
LOCATION:Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum\, 2215 Pan American Road East\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T110000
DTSTAMP:20260810T140954Z
CREATED:20260810T140954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T140954Z
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SUMMARY:More Than Pink Walk
DESCRIPTION:The MORE THAN PINK Walk\, Susan G. Komen’s largest fundraising event series\, evolved from the Race for the Cure in 2018. Each year\, we host over 100\,000 participants at our 40+ in-person (and one virtual) walks across the U.S. Since the first Walk in 2018\, our participants have raised more than $60 million dollars and continue to be a part of a community committed to our vision of a world without breast cancer. \nWith inclusive and accessible options for people of all ages and abilities – including breast cancer survivors\, those currently in treatment for breast cancer and people living with metastatic breast cancer – the Walk provides participants the opportunity to come together and connect in meaningful ways. It allows us to focus on sharing our passion\, sharing our stories and connecting with others\, all while fundraising to support life-saving programs and research. \nOur finish line is a world without breast cancer\, and we know the only way we can get there is together.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/more-than-pink-walk/
LOCATION:Balboa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T220000
DTSTAMP:20260608T134029Z
CREATED:20260608T134029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T134029Z
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SUMMARY:Yokai Masquerade
DESCRIPTION:One night only\nYou’re invited to this year’s Halloween celebration\, the Yokai Masquerade\, an evening of artistic wonder\, and festive programming inspired by the storied spirits of Japanese folklore. Guests are encouraged to arrive in costume and to explore all that the evening has to offer. From the intimacy of after-hours exhibit viewing to the grandeur of the yokai parade\, the Yokai Masquerade offers an experience unlike any other.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/yokai-masquerade/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T170000
DTSTAMP:20261012T142557Z
CREATED:20261012T142557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T142557Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego Capoeira Batizado
DESCRIPTION:Batizado 2026: African Brazilian Capoeira Initiation & Celebration\n\nJoin us for Batizado 2026 at the WorldBeat Cultural Arts Center—a powerful celebration of African Brazilian tradition\, rhythm\, and movement. The Batizado (meaning “baptism”) is a Capoeira initiation ceremony where new students are formally welcomed into the roda (circle)\, and returning students are honored for their growth and mastery. \nThis year’s guest teachers and master include Mestre Touro and Mestre Preto Velho \n\n\nCapoeira is a martial art integrated with dance\, ritual\, and gravity defying acrobatics. It is marked by deft\, tricky movements often played on the ground or completely inverted. It is always played with music. Capoeira balances the body\, soul and mind. It is a graceful and exciting art form that teaches you to be alert. Capoeira is both a dance and a fight which asks you also engage your mind in learning its music\, culture\, history and knowledge. \nBatizado literally means “baptism”; besides being an initiation rite for new students it is also a graduation ceremony for advanced students and a great capoeira community celebration with masters from near and far are invited and the fraternity of capoeira is measurably strengthened by the camaraderie and interplay. \nCapoeira is usually done inside a circle of people called a “roda”\, pronouced HO-DUH. The people in the circle are usually other capoeiristas waiting to “play”\, and observers. \nA roda will usually commence with a ladainha (litany)\, often sung by the most senior member present. These songs may be improvised on the spot\, but are often famous songs written by an earlier mestre and sung in Portuguese. After the ladainha has been sung\, the same singer will usually sing the chulas\, which are usually made up of any of the lines listed in the chulas section below but\, again\, may be improvised on the spot. The chorus repeats each line of the chula after it has been sung. Finally\, corridos will be sung while the game is playing. In most rodas anyone can sing a corrido\, though most often they will be sung by the members of the group playing instruments\, the bateria
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/san-diego-capoeira-batizado/
LOCATION:WorldBeat Center\, 2100 Park Blvd\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T160000
DTSTAMP:20261005T142646Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T142646Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Tea Talks
DESCRIPTION:Yokai: Unveiling Japanese Ghosts and Monsters\n Join us this Halloween for an afternoon of strange and scary tales from old Japan\, told and discussed by Katie Clark. Through these stories we will encounter spirits\, ghosts\, monsters\, and everything else that goes bump in the night! Tea will be served to calm your nerves and warm your bones as you meet some of the most fantastical characters from Japanese folklore that you’ve ever seen. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 31st 2026 \nTime: 2:30PM – 4:00PM  \nLocation: Education Center \nPrice: $5 *Registration required. This doesn’t include the admission. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGuest Speaker: Katie Clark
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/halloween-tea-talks/
LOCATION:Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum\, 2215 Pan American Road East\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260923T122753Z
CREATED:20260923T122753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T122753Z
UID:10071896-1793457000-1793462400@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Yokai: Unveiling Japanese Ghosts and Monsters
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Halloween for an afternoon of strange and scary tales from old Japan\, told and discussed by Katie Clark. Through these stories we will encounter spirits\, ghosts\, monsters\, and everything else that goes bump in the night! Tea will be served to calm your nerves and warm your bones as you meet some of the most fantastical characters from Japanese folklore that you’ve ever seen. \nOctober 31st 2026 \nTime: 2:30PM – 4:00PM \nLocation: Education Center \nPrice: $5 *Registration required. This doesn’t include the admission. \nGuest Speaker: Katie Clark
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/yokai-unveiling-japanese-ghosts-and-monsters/
LOCATION:Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum\, 2215 Pan American Road East\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T153000
DTSTAMP:20261019T134337Z
CREATED:20261019T134337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T134337Z
UID:10072320-1793457000-1793460600@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:San Diego Shakespeare Society at SDMA: Spooky Shakespeare
DESCRIPTION:Double\, double\, toil and trouble;\nFire burn and cauldron bubble\nCelebrate Halloween with the San Diego Shakespeare Society as actors present spine-chilling performances that connect to works of art from across the Museum’s collection. Enjoy scenes from works such as Richard III\, Hamlet\, Titus Andronicus\, Romeo and Juliet\, and Macbeth.  \nLook for the meeting point sign inside the SDMA rotunda prior to each one-hour performance. \n\n\n1:00 p.m.\n2:30 p.m.\n\n  \nA favorite SDMA community tradition returns with scenes of mystery\, magic\, humor\, and the supernatural. Performed in an intimate setting\, Spooky Shakespeare celebrates the enduring power of storytelling while welcoming audiences of all ages. \nFree with Museum admission. Performance date and times are subject to change. \n\n 
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/san-diego-shakespeare-society-at-sdma-spooky-shakespeare/2026-10-31/2/
LOCATION:San Diego Museum of Art\, 1450 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T140000
DTSTAMP:20261019T134337Z
CREATED:20261019T134337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T134337Z
UID:10072319-1793451600-1793455200@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:San Diego Shakespeare Society at SDMA: Spooky Shakespeare
DESCRIPTION:Double\, double\, toil and trouble;\nFire burn and cauldron bubble\nCelebrate Halloween with the San Diego Shakespeare Society as actors present spine-chilling performances that connect to works of art from across the Museum’s collection. Enjoy scenes from works such as Richard III\, Hamlet\, Titus Andronicus\, Romeo and Juliet\, and Macbeth.  \nLook for the meeting point sign inside the SDMA rotunda prior to each one-hour performance. \n\n\n1:00 p.m.\n2:30 p.m.\n\n  \nA favorite SDMA community tradition returns with scenes of mystery\, magic\, humor\, and the supernatural. Performed in an intimate setting\, Spooky Shakespeare celebrates the enduring power of storytelling while welcoming audiences of all ages. \nFree with Museum admission. Performance date and times are subject to change. \n\n 
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/san-diego-shakespeare-society-at-sdma-spooky-shakespeare/2026-10-31/1/
LOCATION:San Diego Museum of Art\, 1450 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260930T120704Z
CREATED:20260930T120645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T120704Z
UID:10071918-1793444400-1793462400@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Art Glass Association of Southern California 45th Annual Members' Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:45th Annual Show of AGASC\, featuring the best in art glass San Diego has to offer.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/art-glass-association-of-southern-california-45th-annual-members-exhibition/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:Gallery 21\, Spanish Village\, 1770 Village Place\, San Diego\, CA 92101\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260921T134036Z
CREATED:20260921T134036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T134036Z
UID:10071865-1793444400-1793462400@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Trains & Treats
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spooky day at the museum on Saturday\, October 31st & Sunday November 1!\nPut on your costume and celebrate the spooky season with us from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. with frighteningly fun activities for the whole family—thanks to the generous support of First 5 San Diego\, our event sponsor! \n\n\nHalloween-themed Arts & Crafts \n\n\nHalloween Games & Activities \n\n\nAnd of course\, candy! \n\nHalloween Family Day is included in museum admission\, and kids 4 and under get in free! 
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/trains-treats/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:San Diego Model Railroad Museum\, 1649 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T230000
DTSTAMP:20260909T190059Z
CREATED:20260909T185953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T190059Z
UID:10071762-1793383200-1793401200@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Secret Society of Adultologists: A 21+ Halloween Party
DESCRIPTION:This Halloween weekend\, explore the mysterious sciences of life and death. Wicked fun awaits throughout The Nat—delight in pop-up activities\, hands-on science\, bars on every floor\, and a DJ that will make you dance the night away. Spooky bites and spirited drinks will be available for additional purchase. \nLeave the crowded bars behind\, gather your favorite mortals\, and wear a costume sure to impress in this world and beyond. \nTickets are now on sale: $55 for non-members\, $45 for members.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/secret-society-of-adultologists-a-21-halloween-party/
LOCATION:San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat)\, 1788 El Prado\, Balboa Park\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Things to Do,Event,21+
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T190000
DTSTAMP:20261030T132153Z
CREATED:20261030T132153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T132153Z
UID:10072346-1793383200-1793386800@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Art Break
DESCRIPTION:Join legendary skate photographer J. Grant Brittain for an intimate look at 40 years of documenting Southern California skate culture. From inventing custom camera gear like his famous “pole cam” to pioneering darkroom techniques in a pre-smartphone era\, Brittain’s career captures the true DIY spirit of photography and skate craft. \nIn this special slideshow lecture held in conjunction with Skate Craft\, Brittain dives into the iconic\, hyper-local spots right in Balboa Park’s backyard—including historic sessions at El Cortez\, Roosevelt Middle School\, the San Diego Zoo banks\, and Washington Street Skatepark. Step behind the lens to discover the raw grit\, creative problem-solving\, and untold stories that turned local San Diego spots into global skateboarding history. \nA book signing with Grant for his new book\, Beyond Expectations\, will be held at Shop Mingei immediately following the talk\, with copies available for purchase on-site.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/art-break-3/
LOCATION:Mingei International Museum\, 1439 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260914T140650Z
CREATED:20260914T140650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T140650Z
UID:10071849-1793383200-1793386800@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Artistic Practice: Roxana Velázquez in Conversation with Artist Betsabeé Romero
DESCRIPTION:Presented in conjunction with the Museum’s Día de los Muertos celebration\, this special conversation introduces internationally acclaimed Mexican artist Betsabeé Romero. In dialogue with SDMA Executive Director and CEO Roxana Velázquez\, Romero will discuss her artistic practice\, the themes of memory\, migration\, identity\, and cultural heritage that define her work\, and the inspiration behind her site-specific project for the Museum. This conversation offers audiences an opportunity to meet the artist behind one of the season’s most anticipated installations and to discover how contemporary art can bridge tradition and innovation. \nFollowing the lecture\, guests are invited to enjoy a guided tour led by our docent team. \n  \nPlease note\, this lecture is in-person only and held at the MOPA@SDMA Joan and Irwin Jacobs Theater in Balboa Park. \n$15 members and students | $20 seniors and military | $30 nonmembers
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/artistic-practice-roxana-velazquez-in-conversation-with-artist-betsabee-romero-2/
LOCATION:San Diego Museum of Art\, 1450 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260831T133246Z
CREATED:20260831T133246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T133246Z
UID:10071797-1793383200-1793386800@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Artistic Practice: Roxana Velázquez in Conversation with Artist Betsabeé Romero
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Roxana Velázquez\, Maruja Baldwin Executive Director and CEO at The San Diego Museum of Art\, and Betsabeé Romero\, Artist\nMOPA@SDMA Joan and Irwin Jacobs Theater \n  \nPresented in conjunction with the Museum’s Día de los Muertos celebration\, this special conversation introduces internationally acclaimed Mexican artist Betsabeé Romero. In dialogue with SDMA Executive Director and CEO Roxana Velázquez\, Romero will discuss her artistic practice\, the themes of memory\, migration\, identity\, and cultural heritage that define her work\, and the inspiration behind her site-specific project for the Museum. This conversation offers audiences an opportunity to meet the artist behind one of the season’s most anticipated installations and to discover how contemporary art can bridge tradition and innovation. \nFollowing the lecture\, guests are invited to enjoy a guided tour led by our docent team. \n  \nPlease note\, this lecture is in-person only and held at the MOPA@SDMA Joan and Irwin Jacobs Theater in Balboa Park. \n$15 members and students | $20 seniors and military | $30 nonmembers \nThis lecture is presented as a part of the Guest Lecture Series\, which offers a platform for renowned scholars and experts from the art world to share their insights and knowledge on topics related to art history\, art theory\, and the museum’s collections. \nSponsored by The San Diego Museum of Art Docent Council.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/artistic-practice-roxana-velazquez-in-conversation-with-artist-betsabee-romero/
LOCATION:San Diego Museum of Art\, 1450 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T160000
DTSTAMP:20260930T120704Z
CREATED:20260930T120645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T120704Z
UID:10071917-1793358000-1793376000@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Art Glass Association of Southern California 45th Annual Members' Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:45th Annual Show of AGASC\, featuring the best in art glass San Diego has to offer.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/art-glass-association-of-southern-california-45th-annual-members-exhibition/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:Gallery 21\, Spanish Village\, 1770 Village Place\, San Diego\, CA 92101\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T170000
DTSTAMP:20261001T201018Z
CREATED:20260923T120558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T201018Z
UID:10072287-1793289600-1793293200@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation
DESCRIPTION:Volcanoes have helped create our world. The continents\, the air we breathe and even life itself have their origins in fire. These processes have created extraordinary ecosystems and wildlife habitats. \nThe story of volcanoes is the story of the planet’s creation and the story of us. Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation\, lets you witness the 2018 Kilauea eruption in Hawaii; see the archaeological remains of Pompeii\, devastated almost 2\,000 years ago by Mount Vesuvius; visit Mount Fuji in Japan\, made up of three volcanoes—Fuji on top and two others hidden beneath; and marvel at the black molten lava of Ol Doinyo Lengai in Tanzania.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/volcanoes-the-fires-of-creation-2/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260930T120704Z
CREATED:20260930T120645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T120704Z
UID:10071916-1793271600-1793289600@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Art Glass Association of Southern California 45th Annual Members' Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:45th Annual Show of AGASC\, featuring the best in art glass San Diego has to offer.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/art-glass-association-of-southern-california-45th-annual-members-exhibition/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Gallery 21\, Spanish Village\, 1770 Village Place\, San Diego\, CA 92101\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T120000
DTSTAMP:20261001T200916Z
CREATED:20260923T120022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T200916Z
UID:10072286-1793271600-1793275200@balboapark.org
SUMMARY:Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation
DESCRIPTION:Volcanoes have helped create our world. The continents\, the air we breathe and even life itself have their origins in fire. These processes have created extraordinary ecosystems and wildlife habitats. \nThe story of volcanoes is the story of the planet’s creation and the story of us. Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation\, lets you witness the 2018 Kilauea eruption in Hawaii; see the archaeological remains of Pompeii\, devastated almost 2\,000 years ago by Mount Vesuvius; visit Mount Fuji in Japan\, made up of three volcanoes—Fuji on top and two others hidden beneath; and marvel at the black molten lava of Ol Doinyo Lengai in Tanzania.
URL:https://balboapark.org/event/volcanoes-the-fires-of-creation/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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