Bloodlines & Brushstrokes celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month through a dynamic group exhibition highlighting the voices, stories, and creative perspectives of a diverse roster of AAPI artists. This marks the first chapter of a two-part exhibition, followed by a second opening in Escondido in collaboration with Distinction Gallery on Saturday, May 9th, from […]
Bold, boundary-pushing, and unapologetically unconventional, the San Diego International Fringe Festival returns May 12–24, 2026, for its 14th annual celebration of independent performance. Spanning venues across San Diego—and extending into […]
The San Diego Italian Film Festival continues its acclaimed Monthly Series with Qui rido io (The King of Laughter) on May 14, 2026 at Digital Gym Cinema. Directed by Mario Martone and starring Toni Servillo, the visually rich historical drama explores the life of legendary Neapolitan actor Eduardo Scarpetta at the height of Italy’s theatrical […]
Heart and humor take center stage in this award-winning comedy that inspired the hit Netflix series. Korean-born Mr. Kim runs a Toronto convenience store while raising his Canadian children with […]
Join Future is Color Studio Sessions and MCASD for our quarterly Jazz Night hosted in MCASD's Art Park. Music has the power to gather us, heal us, and connect us. Historically, sonic gathering spaces have been at the heart of revolutionary movements. They were spaces where individuals, particularly from marginalized communities, could fully express and […]
PechaKucha Night (PKN) returns to San Diego on May 21 at 6:00 PM at LPA Design Studios, with this edition’s theme: Future Nostalgia. Join us for an evening of inspiring talks exploring the intersection of past and future; how memory, culture, and innovation shape what’s next and create lasting moments. Here are some of the featured […]
Celebrating the world-class exhibit featuring the work of Toulouse Lautrec, San Diego Ballet will present the ebullient, sparkling, and oh so chic I LOVE PARIS, alongside the premiere of the […]
Be part of a defining moment for Vanguard Culture. As we celebrate 10 years as a nonprofit, we’re bringing together our community of artists, supporters, and cultural leaders for a special gathering on May 23 from 11AM–1PM at UC San Diego Park & Market. Together, we’ll honor a decade of impact—and share some VERY exciting news […]
exhibition of experimental art+music Project ’s annual exhibition returns to close the season with a festival of innovative local art and music. This year’s WORKING TITLE fills the soaring gothic […]
Step into the surreal bureaucratic nightmare of Terry Gilliam’s cult classic Brazil at the next installment of the Burke Revival Film & Discussion Series on May 28, 2026 at Digital Gym Cinema. Presented at UC San Diego Park & Market, the acclaimed series pairs iconic films with thoughtful post-screening conversations exploring ethical, spiritual, and societal […]
Get a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into the future of American theatre at the 2026 DNA New Work Series from La Jolla Playhouse. Taking place May 30–31, 2026 at the Rao and Padma Makineni Play Development Center, this beloved annual program invites audiences into the earliest stages of new play and musical development through free readings […]
Queer Mvmnt Fest showcases artists who identify as part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ dance community from San Diego and beyond. The festival features queer-focused spaces as well as events open to […]
