THINGS TO DO

The Bold, the Beautiful & the Brilliantly Weird

  • Movidas Razquaches and Other Cheap Thrills

    Join us at Southwestern College Art Gallery for "Movidas Razquaches and Other Cheap Thrills," featuring new works by Perry Vásquez, Feb. 4–Mar. 4, 2025. Explore playful, resourceful art through projects like AI-generated paintings, woven flyer blankets, and more. Gallery hours: Mon–Thu, 10:30 AM–2:30 PM or by appointment.

  • WORKING TITLE

    Experience cutting-edge art and music at WORKING TITLE, Project ’s fourth annual exhibition. This three-day event showcases innovative works from Southern California, Tijuana, and Baja California’s most exciting artists, curated by Diana Benavidez and Leslie Ann Leytham.

  • Stories that Connect Us: Selections from the OMA Collection

    The Stories that Connect Us: Selections from the OMA Collection
    Oceanside Museum of Art presents The Stories that Connect Us, a curated selection from its growing collection of 300+ works celebrating Southern California artists. Featuring 35 artists, from portraiture to abstraction, this exhibition explores the museum’s rich history of exhibitions and relationships with artists and collectors. Works by James Hubbell, Ethel Greene, Italo Scanga, Jen Trute, and John Baldessari, among others, highlight OMA’s commitment to preserving the region’s artistic legacy.

  • 2025 Oscar Nominated Shorts: Documentary

    For the 20th consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 14th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)!

  • Tangata & Carnival of the Animals

    San Diego Ballet’s Tangata fuses tango and ballet to the sensual music of Astor Piazzolla, while Carnival of the Animals debuts a Latin jazz score by Gilbert Castellanos. A mesmerizing blend of movement and rhythm!

  • Lamoise New Works Festival

    MOXIE Theatre presents the inaugural Lamoise New Works Festival, Feb. 15-16, 2025—a bold showcase of new plays by women+ playwrights that spark conversation and challenge the status quo.

  • afra eisma: hush

    Dutch artist Afra Eisma debuts Hush at ICA Central, an immersive, participatory installation exploring breath as a tool for healing. Experience vibrant weavings, ceramics, and tactile sculptures that invite emotional expression and connection.

  • Oceanside Intl Film Festival

    Celebrate 5 days of cinema, art, and community at the 14th Annual Oceanside International Film Festival, Feb. 18-22, 2025. Discover films on environment, acceptance, individuality, and surf culture in one of California’s cultural districts.

  • STILL ME, AFTER ALL THESE YEARS

    The La Jolla Theatre Ensemble proudly presents a One-Man Show with ERNIE McCRAY, "STILL ME, AFTER ALL THESE YEARS" -- The Poetry, Reflections, and Dreams of An Activist, Artist, Athlete, and Educator.

  • The Stages of Womanhood

    Stages of Womanhood unites three artists—Galina Marcus, Michelle Lubin, and Galina Semenova—in a powerful exhibition exploring femininity, motherhood, and self-discovery. Opening March 8 at Artist & Craftsman Supply, San Diego.