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  • November 2026

  • Fri 20
    Candlelight concerts poster

    Candlelight Concert

    November 20 @ 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 21
    Little kid with their eyes closed wearing head phones

    Fleet Accessibility Mornings

    November 21 @ 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 21
    Holiday Market

    Tezukuri-Ichi Holiday Market

    November 21 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum 2215 Pan American Road East, San Diego, CA, United States

    Holiday Market November 21st | 10am - 4pm Inamori Pavilion *Admission included with general garden admission Join JFGM for this annual Holiday market celebrating and supporting small businesses by showcasing talented local crafters and artists. It’s the perfect opportunity to find unique holiday gifts while supporting local makers and the community. Check back for vendor ...

  • Sat 21
    Family doing art work

    Community Art Workshop

    November 21 @ 11:00 am - November 28 @ 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 21
    Kintsugi workshop

    Kintsugi Workshop

    November 21 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
    Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum 2215 Pan American Road East, San Diego, CA, United States

    In this hands-on workshop, guests are invited to bring a broken plate and learn the traditional Japanese art of kintsugi, the practice of repairing ceramics with gold. Guided by Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum staff, participants will carefully reassemble their piece while learning the philosophy behind this centuries-old technique. Kintsugi teaches us to see beauty ...

  • Sat 21
    The International Air and Space Legends of Flight Hall of Fame

    2026 International Air & Space Hall of Fame

    November 21 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    San Diego Air and Space Museum 2001 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA, United States

    Guests from around the world are assembling for a spectacular evening of fun and extraordinary recognition for the annual star-studded International Air & Space Hall of Fame gala on Saturday Nov. 21.   Since 1963, the International Air & Space Hall of Fame has honored the world’s most significant pilots, crew members, visionaries, inventors, industry leading companies, aerospace engineers, ...

  • Sat 21
    Ales and rails

    Ales N’ Rails

    November 21 @ 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
    San Diego Model Railroad Museum 1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    Saturday, November 21, 2026 Kick off the holiday season extra early at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum with one of our most anticipated annual events, Ales N' Rails, happening Friday, November 21, from 6:00 PM–9:30 PM! Get ready for an unforgettable evening featuring new trains, new beers, new games, delicious food, and plenty of ...

  • Sat 21
    Colorful, psychedelic artwork with vibrant patterns and the title 'Mesmerica' at the top, promoting a mesmerizing visual experience.

    Mesmerica

    November 21 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Mesmerica
    Fleet Science Center 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    Mesmerica is a visual music journey that brings the mesmerizing music of Grammy-nominated composer and percussionist James Hood together with visually-hypnotic, 3D animated art curated from artists around the world, creating an immersive experience designed to transcend time, relax, soothe, and stimulate your mind and senses...

  • Sun 22
    Sensory-friendly quiet mornings at the museum of us written in light blue on a dark blue background; a space for all of us written in dark blue in a light blue heart

    A Space for All of Us

    November 22 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Museum of Us 1350 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA, United States

    Sensory-Friendly Quiet Mornings at the Museum The 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. During this time, specific exhibit features ...

  • Sun 22
    kokeshi dolls

    Kokeshi Doll Painting

    November 22 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum 2215 Pan American Road East, San Diego, CA, United States

    At first glance you may think Kokeshi dolls to be cute souvenirs resembling Japanese traditional wear, but there is more to meets the eye with these dolls! Join us in both learning about the craftsmanship of Kokeshi dolls that is nearly 200 years old, as well as testing out your art skills and getting to ...

    $20.00 – $35.00
  • Sun 22
    Circle of Light

    Circle of Light

    November 22 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Circle of Light
    Fleet Science Center 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    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.

  • Mon 23
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    Argentine Tango Class

    November 23 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Argentine Tango Class
    Centro Cultural de la Raza 2004 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, United States

    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.

    $20.00
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