The Myth of Superheroes

Comic-Con Museum

Heroes are windows to our past, present, and future. The Myth of Superheroes takes guests on a journey through time that connects ancient Greek and Roman gods and goddesses to the superhero legends of today. From the strength of Hercules to the speed of Mercury, explore the evolution of these powerful mythological figures, and how they became ...

Free – $25.00

Pandas

Fleet Science Center 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

Pandas are beloved around the world, and now they’re coming to the Fleet‘s Heikoff Giant Dome Theater in the IMAX® original film Pandas. This breathtaking documentary adventure is an amazing experience for the whole family. Narrated by Kristen Bell (”Frozen,” TV‘s ”The Good Place“). Pandas follows a curious cub named Qian Qian (pronounced ”Chen Chen”) and a team ...

$19.95 – $24.95

Master Craftsman Lecture

Mingei International Museum 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

Exploring Nature, Tradition, and Identity with Porfirio Gutiérrez Join Porfirio Gutiérrez, a Zapotec master dyer and artist based in Ventura, California, as he examines a rich history of Zapotec weaving legacy and ancestral knowledge of natural dyeing. He will discuss how the seasonal cycles of nature and availability of materials inform the complexity of transforming ...

$15.00 – $25.00

Master Craftsman Lecture: Porfirio Gutiérrez

Mingei International Museum 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

Join Porfirio Gutiérrez, a Zapotec American master dyer and artist based in Ventura, California, as he examines a rich history of Zapotec weaving legacy and ancestral knowledge of natural dyeing. He will discuss ways in which the seasonal cycles of nature impact the availability of materials while creating works that reflect on the experiences of ...

$15.00 – $25.00

Holiday Market

Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum 2215 Pan American Road East, San Diego, CA, United States

Support local small businesses and find the perfect gift at the annual JFGM Holiday Market. Enjoy a craft coffee and grab a bite to eat while checking off your holiday shopping list.

Porfirio Gutiérrez: Artist Talk & Maker Session

Mingei International Museum 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

Join master craftsman Porfirio Gutiérrez for an artist talk and hands-on maker session examining his work, Temporary Spaces, showcased in Blue Gold. Amongst art in the gallery, participants will create their own needle-felted tapestries using hand-dyed wool and handwoven textiles, incorporating Gutiérrez’s felting techniques and the application of dyes to infuse movement and texture into their creations. ...

$55.00 – $65.00

Porfirio Gutiérrez: Artist Talk & Maker Session

Mingei International Museum 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

Join master craftsman Porfirio Gutiérrez for an artist talk and hands-on maker session examining his work, Temporary Spaces, showcased in Blue Gold. Amongst art in the gallery, participants will create their own needle-felted tapestries using hand-dyed wool and handwoven textiles, incorporating Gutiérrez’s felting techniques and the application of dyes to infuse movement and texture into their creations. ...

$55.00 – $65.00

West African Drum Call Performance

Mingei International Museum 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

Inspired by the indigo-dyed textiles from Burkina Faso represented in Blue Gold, master drummer Dramane Koné and his crew, Djelia Kadi, will perform a harmony of West African drumming and dancing. This event is part of PST ART San Diego and La Jolla Regional Weekend. Presented by Getty, PST ART Weekend makes it easy to explore the diversity ...

Free

Motorcycles in the Park

San Diego Automotive Museum

Motorcycles in the Park. Free Coffee and Donuts while supplies last. The Museum will open at 8am with a discounted admission price of $10 before 10 am.

Art Break

Mingei International Museum 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, United States

Blue Gold Curator-led Walkthrough Join Mingei Curators Emily Hanna and Guusje Sanders for an insightful exploration of Blue Gold: The Art and Science of Indigo. During this walkthrough, the Curators will discuss the themes, historical context, craft techniques, and significance of the works within the exhibition. This event will take place on the Exhibitions Level. ...

Pop-up Poetry-Making Labs with Jason Magabo Perez

Museum of Us 1350 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA, United States

Join the Museum of Us for a pop-up poetry-making lab with San Diego’s 2024 Poet Laureate, Jason Magabo Perez. These pop-up writing labs are included with admission, and visitors are invited to drop-in at any point during the labs to participate. All are welcome!    Jason Magabo Perez, Ph.D., will lead three creating writing labs ...

Senior Monday

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