THINGS TO DO

The Bold, the Beautiful & the Brilliantly Weird

  • Story Concerts

    Write Out Loud’s Story Concerts transform literature into a shared, live experience, featuring curated short stories, poetry, and music performed by professional actors around a central theme.

  • San Diego International Film Festival

    The San Diego International Film Festival returns with world-class cinema and more than just screenings. Enjoy premieres, filmmaker Q&As, VIP lounges, receptions, and parties that bring film lovers and industry pros together. Hosted at AMC UTC 14, this award-winning festival has premiered films that earned 36 Academy Awards and 167 nominations, making it one of […]

  • Poe & More Poe

    Step into the haunting world of Edgar Allan Poe with Poe & More Poe, an October evening of gothic tales and poetry at San Diego’s historic Villa Montezuma. Presented by Write Out Loud, this chilling performance blends mystery, supernatural stories, and the master of the macabre’s timeless words.

  • The Measure of Our Days

    The Measure of Our Days at LOS/NR features six L.A. artists exploring time, memory, and material through painting, sculpture, and fiber art. Curated by Jason Jenn.

  • Jean Isaacs, The Legacy Concert

    The Legacy Concert honors Jean Isaacs’ 60-year dance career with standout works performed by longtime collaborators. Join the celebration of a San Diego icon.

  • ARTwear

    ARTwear is an exhibition of innovative original artwork designed to be worn on the body, created from fiber and textile materials, and constructed using fiber and textile techniques. The print […]

  • BOOgie Night

    Step into the playful unknown with BOOgie Night, Negative Space Dance Collective’s debut improvised dance performance. Join the Halloween-inspired fun as audience interaction shapes the show in real time.

  • Culinary Cinema: The Chef & the Daruma

    Experience The Chef and The Daruma at the San Diego International Film Festival’s Culinary Cinema—film, food, and artistry in one unforgettable Sunday celebration.

  • Ghost Light Masquerade

    Ghost Light Masquerade is San Diego’s ultimate Halloween performance experience — where the boundary between theatre and the supernatural is nothing more than a curtain.

  • San Diego Ballet: Landscapes Art of the Americas

    The San Diego Ballet is in residence with the Museum this season offering a dynamic celebration of art, music, and dance as part of the Museum’s 100th anniversary in February 2026. San Diego Ballet’s residency begins with a program honoring SDMA’s ongoing Art of the Americas exhibition. The performance features Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring, reimagined […]