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  • December 2026

  • Sun 27
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    Art Mart

    December 27 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Art Mart
    Park Boulevard and Presidents Way Lawn Balboa Park Boulevard and Presidents Way Lawn Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States

    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 ...

    Free
  • Sun 27
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    Dune: Part Three

    December 27 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Dune: Part Three
    Fleet Science Center 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    Nearly two decades after Paul Atreides seized control of the Imperium, he must face the consequences of his reign in Dune: Part Three, the epic conclusion to Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Dennis Villenueve's acclaimed trilogy. Showing on the Heikoff Giant Dome IMAX® Theater screen, the cinematic masterpiece invites you to become part of the prophecy as ...

  • Mon 28
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    Argentine Tango Class

    December 28 @ 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
  • January 2027

  • Fri 1
    Two people facing each other in front of a sunset

    Dune: Part Three

    January 1, 2027 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Dune: Part Three
    Fleet Science Center 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    Nearly two decades after Paul Atreides seized control of the Imperium, he must face the consequences of his reign in Dune: Part Three, the epic conclusion to Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Dennis Villenueve's acclaimed trilogy. Showing on the Heikoff Giant Dome IMAX® Theater screen, the cinematic masterpiece invites you to become part of the prophecy as ...

  • Mon 4
    Two people standing in front of wall with different colored lights shining on them casting shadows

    Senior Monday

    January 4, 2027 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fleet Science Center 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    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 ...

    $10.00
  • Wed 6
    The Sky Tonight

    The Sky Tonight

    January 6, 2027 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Fleet Science Center 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    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. The Sky Tonight: Monthly planetarium show at 7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month. NEW!  The Sky Tonight: Virtual Edition at 7 p.m. on ...

    $19.95 – $24.95
  • Fri 8
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    Felt Together

    January 8, 2027 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Mingei International Museum 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    Inspired by the intricate bas-relief needlework and cozy scenes featured in My Bed: Enchanting Ways to Fall Asleep Around the World, our newest Together workshop series, Felt Together, explores the art of needle felting. The series is led by Sophie Ancel, a fiber artist who blends rich textures and thoughtful layering to bring imaginative landscapes to life. Through her ...

    $45.00 – $55.00
  • Sat 9

    Seijinshiki

    January 9, 2027 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum 2215 Pan American Road East, San Diego, CA, United States

    Hosted by the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum, the Coming of Age Ceremony (Japanese: "Seijin-shiki")* is an important rite of passage for many young Japanese adults in Japan, just turning twenty. Many attend a ceremony at their local community center, dressed in traditional kimonos or Western suits to celebrate the new chapter in their lives. Unmarried ...

  • Sun 10
    The Sky Tonight

    Sky Tonight: Weekend Edition

    January 10, 2027 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Fleet Science Center 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    Monthly planetarium show at 11 a.m. on the second Sunday of each month

  • Sat 16

    Create a Skate with “Professor” Paul Schmitt

    January 16, 2027 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Mingei International Museum 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

    Join Mingei for a two-day workshop led by master craftsman and Skate Craft advisor Paul Schmitt. Known as "The Professor," Paul has spent over forty years at the absolute vanguard of skateboard engineering. Since hacking out his very first shape in 1980 and later founding PS Stix, he has quietly dialed in the exact templates, ...

    $100. – $125.00
  • Sat 23

    Guacamole Bowl

    January 23, 2027 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Balboa Park San Diego, CA, United States

    Join SPORTS for Exceptional Athletes at the 24th annual Law Enforcement Challenge "Guacamole Bowl" fundraiser on Saturday, January 23, 2027 from 10:00am until 2:00pm at the Balboa Park Club (2150 Pan American Road West, San Diego 92101). The "Guacamole Bowl" is a premier competition designed to determine, "Who makes the best Guacamole?"

  • Sat 30
    Old Globe

    The Baulsters

    January 30, 2027 - February 28, 2027
    The Old Globe 363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA, United States

    A respectable HOA meeting quickly erupts into a free-for-all of grudges and bad behavior when a newcomer dares to challenge “how we’ve always done things.” What begins as a simple proposal for a neighborhood stop sign soon exposes bruised egos, hidden agendas, and the chaos that lies beneath the curb appeal of a picture-perfect community. ...

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