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SUMMARY:San Diego Sings! Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Experience the power of choral music at San Diego Sings! Festival 2026\, presented by the Choral Consortium of San Diego at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center. Fifteen choirs from across San Diego County perform in three concert sessions\, each featuring five ensembles singing both individually and together in the acoustically stunning Baker-Baum Concert Hall. Audiences can attend one\, two\, or all three performances for a full day immersed in soaring harmonies and community spirit. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, March 28\, 202611 AM\, 3 PM & 7 PM
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/san-diego-sings-festival-2026/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T000000
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SUMMARY:DroneArt Show: Four Seasons
DESCRIPTION:Experience classical music like never before at DroneArt Show: Four Seasons\, an open-air spectacle where live musicians and cutting-edge drone technology collide. As a string quartet performs Vivaldi’s iconic score (and more)\, hundreds of illuminated drones transform the night sky into a moving canvas of light\, color\, and choreography. Held April 3–4 at the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center\, this 65-minute immersive experience blends art\, music\, and innovation into a breathtaking evening under the stars. \n\n\n\nApril 3rd & 4thTime: Show starts at 8:00 PM. Doors open two hours prior to the start time\, and we encourage you to arrive early as late entry is not permitted.Duration: 65 minutes approx.Location: Chula Vista Elita Athlete Training Center\, 2800 Olympic Pkwy\, Chula Vista\, CA 91915
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/droneart-show-four-seasons/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance,Special Event
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SUMMARY:Acoustic Evenings at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
DESCRIPTION:The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library is pleased to present the 2026 spring season of the Acoustic Evenings concert series\, beginning April 3. The Acoustic Evenings series at the Athenaeum showcases some of the finest acoustic musicians in San Diego. Multiple acts fill each program\, and attentive audiences delight in the intimacy of the unplugged storytelling format. San Diego Music Hall of Fame founder Jefferson Jay organizes and hosts the series. The project advances the Athenaeum’s commitment to support diverse San Diego talent. Acoustic Evenings is an unforgettable and personal experience for San Diego music lovers.   \n\n\n\nFridays\, April 3\, 10\, 17 & 24\, 2026Joan & Irwin Jacobs Music RoomAthenaeum Music & Arts Library1008 Wall StreetLa Jolla\, CA 92037
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/acoustic-evenings-at-the-athenaeum-music-arts-library/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260404T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T170000
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SUMMARY:Cafés and Cabarets: The Spectacular Art of Toulouse-Lautrec
DESCRIPTION:Known for his beguiling portraits of Paris nightlife and the unvarnished local characters of Montmartre\, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec was born into an aristocratic family in the South of France in 1864. Growing up as a child with a disability that caused his legs to stop developing\, Toulouse-Lautrec turned to drawing rather than the sports his family pursued. His short but celebrated career immortalized the cabaret culture of Belle Époque Paris and revolutionized the art of the poster. Working in the popular and modern art form of the color lithograph\, Toulouse-Lautrec reached unprecedented audiences with spellbinding visuals and eye-catching colors. Inspired and encouraged by Impressionists such as Edgar Degas and his close friend Vincent van Gogh\, and taking influence from the flattened color patterns of Japanese graphic arts\, Toulouse-Lautrec left an unforgettable image of the spectacle\, people\, and performers of turn-of-the-century Paris. \n\n\n\nThe San Diego Museum of Art1450 El Prado Balboa ParkSan Diego\, CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/cafes-and-cabarets-the-spectacular-art-of-toulouse-lautrec/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260406T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T235959
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SUMMARY:Jazz Mini Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Jazz Mini Festival at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center celebrates the centennial of jazz legends Miles Davis and John Coltrane with a week of concerts\, conversations\, and special events. The lineup features acclaimed artists including Emmet Cohen\, Terence Blanchard\, Ravi Coltrane\, and an all-star ensemble led by Joe Lovano performing modern interpretations of classic repertoire. Alongside the concerts\, audiences can enjoy artist talks\, panel discussions\, and a free outdoor performance exploring the lasting influence of these two jazz icons.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/jazz-mini-festival/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260410T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260410T140000
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SUMMARY:Beatrice Wood: Mama of Dada & Curator-Led Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mingei International Museum for a special program inspired by Boundless with a screening of Beatrice Wood: Mama of Dada. Up until the end of her life\, Wood continued to inspire younger artists with her free-spirited approach and irrepressible creativity. Central to the American Dada movement and the last surviving member of this groundbreaking group\, Wood reflects in this film on her friendships with Man Ray\, Francis Picabia\, and her former husband Marcel Duchamp. \n\n\n\nFollowing the screening\, at 1pm\, enjoy a tour of Boundless: Reflections of Southern California Landscapes in Midcentury Studio Ceramics with Curator Guusje Sanders\, where Wood’s influence and enduring spirit offer a rich context for understanding the exhibition’s themes of experimentation\, beauty\, and discovery. \n\n\n\nApr 10\, 2026 10:30 – 2:00pmMingei International Museum\, Balboa Park1439 El PradoSan Diego CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/beatrice-wood-mama-of-dada-curator-led-tour/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media,Special Event,Spoken Word / Literature
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SUMMARY:LUX
DESCRIPTION:Light. Peace. Transcendence.  \n\n\n\nSan Diego Master Chorale returns to St. James by-the-Sea in La Jolla and St. Paul’s Cathedral with LUX — a powerful choral program anchored by Chichester Psalms by Leonard Bernstein and Lux Aeterna by Morten Lauridsen. Featuring organist Martin Green\, this program moves from urgency to stillness\, tracing a journey from conflict to transcendence. Bernstein’s electrifying psalm settings pulse with rhythm and raw questions of unity\, while Lauridsen’s luminous meditation on eternal light offers moments of deep calm and reflection. Surrounding these masterworks are vivid and contrasting voices: Dorchester Canticles by Tarik O’Regan\, alive with rhythmic vitality and radiant energy\, and a Shaker song of simple\, grounded peace. Performed in the resonant acoustics of two of San Diego’s most beautiful sacred spaces\, LUX is more than a concert — it is an immersive experience of sound\, stillness\, and light. \n\n\n\nSATURDAY\, April 11\, 2026\, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral2728 Sixth Ave.San Diego\, CA 92101\n\n\n\nSUNDAY\, April 12\, 2026\, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMSt. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church743 Prospect StLa Jolla\, CA 92037
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/lux/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
CREATED:20260401T231836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T232002Z
UID:54121-1776279600-1776286800@vanguardculture.com
SUMMARY:Elvira Notari: Beyond Silence
DESCRIPTION:Elvira Notari: Beyond Silence is a feature documentary chronicling the life and work of Elvira Notari (1875-1946)\, Italy’s first woman film director. Despite directing hundreds of silent films that captivated from Naples to New York\, Elvira was relegated to the margins of film history for half a century. Her films\, poised between realism and staged drama\, were deeply rooted in Neapolitan folklore. A woman in a man’s world\, her works were targeted by Fascist censorship yet found the embrace of audiences on both sides of the Atlantic. The documentary interweaves voices of those who celebrate her legacy today – from the experts who rediscovered her films to contemporary artists reimagining her vision through new works – to resurrect Elvira’s singular vision. More than a biography\, Elvira Notari: Beyond Silence is a portrait of an artist who continues to inspire new creative pathways. \n\n\n\nDigital Gym CINEMA1100 Market StSan Diego\, CA 92101April 15\, 20267:00 – 9:00 PM PDT
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/elvira-notari-beyond-silence/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T235959
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SUMMARY:German Currents Kino: Mirrors No. 3
DESCRIPTION:Synopsis: In the haunting new film from esteemed German director Christian Petzold (Transit\, NYFF56)\, his regular star Paula Beer plays Laura\, a pianist from Berlin who finds herself in a transitory state. After surviving a violent car crash that kills her boyfriend\, Laura is immediately taken in by Betty (Barbara Auer)\, a mysterious middle-aged woman who lives alone in an isolated house in the countryside. Strangers to one another\, the two women build a quiet\, respectful life together\, though the reemergence of Betty’s estranged husband and son sheds light on the tragic past that explains the murky present. The pleasurable enigma of Miroirs No. 3\, named for a Ravel piano suite\, returns Petzold to the metaphysical ambiguity of earlier films like Yella (2007) and the themes of doubling in his cherished Phoenix (2014)\, yet with a distinctive ethereality all its own: It’s an economical and beautifully crafted work about the mystery of human interaction. \n\n\n\nShowtimes:Friday\, April 17\, 2026: 7:00 (GC Screening)Saturday\, April 18\, 2026:Sunday\, April 19 2026: 3:00 (GC Screening)Monday\, April 20 2026:Tuesday\, April 21\, 2026:Wednesday\, April 22 \, 2026:Thursday\, April 23\, 2026: \n\n\n\nTicket Prices: $13 Regular / $11 Students & Seniors / $9 MembersTrailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqNG8EWydW0  \n\n\n\nDigital Gym Cinema1100 Market StSan Diego\, CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/german-currents-kino-mirrors-no-3/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T213000
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SUMMARY:Celestial Bodies: Moons+Marguerite Brown
DESCRIPTION:Sound artist Marguerite Brown opens the evening with an exploration of the electric guitar as a celestial body\, using planetary tuning forks\, custom hardware\, and extended performance techniques to reveal new resonances and cosmic frequencies. Her work invites listeners to consider sound as both vibration and matter\, connecting the earthly and the astronomical. Following Brown\, the bi-coastal quartet MOONS —Judith Berkson\, Laura Cetilia\, Katie Porter\, and Christine Tavolacci — presents a set of new compositions born from years of collaboration in experimental music. Their performances traverse chamber textures\, electroacoustic landscapes\, and subtle improvisations\, creating music that is intimate\, exploratory\, and richly detailed. Together\, Brown and MOONS offer an evening that bridges the cosmic and the deeply intimate. \n\n\n\nAPR 17\, 2026\, 7:30 PMBREAD & SALT GALLERY1955 Julian AveSan Diego\, CA 92113
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/celestial-bodies-moonsmarguerite-brown/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260809T235959
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SUMMARY:Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz & Alicia Keys
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego hosts the West Coast debut of Giants\, a landmark exhibition featuring more than 130 works by nearly 40 Black diasporic artists from Africa\, Europe\, the Caribbean\, and the United States. Drawn from the personal collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys\, the show explores themes of Black joy\, resistance\, and cultural identity through powerful large-scale works and intimate storytelling. Set to the music of Marvin Gaye\, the exhibition also premieres a monumental new piece by Mickalene Thomas created especially for MCASD. On view April 18–August 9\, this must-see exhibition invites audiences into bold conversations about art\, legacy\, and community. \n\n\n\nGiants at MCASD will kick off with a Preview Party open to the public on Friday\, April 17 from 6pm-9pm followed by an After Party at Lou Lou’s Jungle Room at The Lafayette Hotel starting at 10pm. On Saturday\, April 18\, MCASD will host a Free Public Opening of the exhibition. \n\n\n\nMCASD700 Prospect St.La Jolla\, CA 92037
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/giants-art-from-the-dean-collection-of-swizz-beatz-alicia-keys/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
CREATED:20260409T035119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T035121Z
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SUMMARY:THE NOTEBOOK
DESCRIPTION:Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film\, THE NOTEBOOK tells the story of Allie and Noah\, both from different worlds\, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. “Full of butterfly-inducing highs and beautiful songs” (Entertainment Weekly)\, THE NOTEBOOK is a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love. Chris Jones of The Chicago Tribune says THE NOTEBOOK is “absolutely gorgeous\, not to be missed\,” and The New York Daily News calls it “a love story for the ages.” THE NOTEBOOK is directed by Michael Greif (Dear Evan Hansen\, Next to Normal\, RENT) and Schele Williams (The Wiz\, Aida)\, and features music and lyrics by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson\, book by Bekah Brunstetter (NBC’s “This Is Us”)\, and choreography by Katie Spelman.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/the-notebook/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T200000
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SUMMARY:Harlem of the West: Jazz Night
DESCRIPTION:Experience the vibrant spirit of San Diego’s historic Jazz Era! Join us on April 18 from 6:00 pm–8:00 pm at the San Diego History Center in Balboa Park for an evening of music\, history\, and celebration. \n\n\n\nIn honor of Jazz Appreciation Month\, the San Diego History Center and the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art (SDAAMFA) invite you to celebrate the legacy of Harlem of the West\, a once‑thriving neighborhood now known as the Gaslamp Quarter. \n\n\n\nImmerse yourself in live jazz performances\, spoken‑word poetry\, and the stories that shaped this historic community. Then\, step into San Diego’s Lost Neighborhoods\, an immersive exhibition from SDHC and SDAAMFA that highlights communities that were displaced by redlining\, freeway construction\, and other discriminatory policies. \n\n\n\nLive Music by New VisionFor more than a decade\, New Vision Band has captivated audiences with a dynamic sound that blends jazz\, gospel\, blues\, soul\, and funk. Each member brings a wealth of musical experience\, creating performances that are both deeply rooted in tradition and refreshingly contemporary. \n\n\n\nKnown for their uplifting and energetic shows\, New Vision transforms every performance into a powerful musical experience—celebrating the spirit\, resilience\, and creativity that define these musical traditions. \n\n\n\nSpoken-word Poetry by Dr. Yolanda Marie FranklinThe evening will be hosted by Yolanda Marie Franklin\, Executive Artistic Director of Common Ground Theatre\, one of San Diego’s longest-running African American theatre companies. \n\n\n\nDr. Franklin will perform spoken-word selections inspired by writers of the Harlem Renaissance\, connecting their literary legacy to the vibrant cultural life of San Diego’s historic Harlem of the West. \n\n\n\nSDHC and SDAAMFA Members $30Non-members $40
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/harlem-of-the-west-jazz-night/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
CREATED:20260403T202535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T202557Z
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SUMMARY:34th Annual Global Earth Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate sustainability\, culture\, and community at the 34th Annual Global Earth Day Festival at the WorldBeat Cultural Center in Balboa Park. This free\, all-ages event features live music—including Grammy Award-winner Kabaka Pyramid—alongside global dance performances\, eco-workshops\, and a vibrant marketplace of conscious vendors. Explore the Ethnobotany Garden\, enjoy plant-based cuisine\, and engage in hands-on activities for all ages. A joyful\, high-energy celebration of our planet and shared humanity on April 19. \n\n\n\nSunday\, April 19th\, 2026 11:00AM – 7:00PMWorldBeat Cultural Center 2100 Park Blvd. Balboa ParkSan Diego CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/34th-annual-global-earth-day-festival/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music Performance,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
CREATED:20260225T065051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T065053Z
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SUMMARY:Choir! Choir! Choir!
DESCRIPTION:Sing your heart out with the wildly popular Choir! Choir! Choir! as they transform audiences into performers in this joyful\, interactive musical experience. Guided by the dynamic duo behind the global phenomenon\, participants learn harmonies together and create a powerful\, one-of-a-kind performance in real time. No experience needed—just bring your voice\, your energy\, and get ready to be part of something unforgettable at UC San Diego’s Epstein Family Amphitheater. \n\n\n\nApril 23-25\, 2026Epstein Family Amphitheater 9480 Innovation LnLa Jolla\, CA 92093
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/choir-choir-choir/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
CREATED:20260307T204741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T204747Z
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SUMMARY:WOW Festival
DESCRIPTION:La Jolla Playhouse’s celebrated WOW Festival returns April 23–26\, transforming the UC San Diego campus into a four-day playground of immersive and interactive art. Known as “theatre without walls\,” the festival features 20+ site-specific performances—from dance and music to puppetry and large-scale spectacle—created by local\, national\, and international artists. Many events are free\, inviting audiences of all ages to explore surprising performances in unexpected spaces across campus.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/wow-festival/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T235959
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SUMMARY:Art Alive
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spring in full bloom at Art Alive\, The San Diego Museum of Art’s signature floral extravaganza and fundraiser\, returning April 23–26\, 2026. The museum’s galleries transform with nearly 80 stunning floral interpretations inspired by works in the collection\, alongside immersive installations\, hands-on art activities\, and special events like the Bloom Bash and Premiere Dinner. Part of the museum’s centennial celebration\, this year’s theme draws inspiration from Toulouse-Lautrec and the vibrant spirit of 19th-century Paris. \n\n\n\nThe San Diego Museum of Art1450 El Prado Balboa ParkSan Diego\, CA 92101
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/art-alive-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T235959
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SUMMARY:San Diego Asian Film Fest Spring Showcase
DESCRIPTION:A focused and high-energy weekend of bold\, independent storytelling from Asia and the Asian diaspora\, the San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) Spring Showcase is one of Pacific Arts Movement’s (Pac Arts) signature year-round programs. \n\n\n\nWhile SDAFF in the fall highlights cutting-edge and emerging voices\, Spring Showcase offers a tightly curated selection of festival favorites\, cinematic standouts\, and some of the most celebrated and popular films from Asia. This streamlined format brings audiences together for a more concentrated and dynamic shared experience. \n\n\n\nApril 24-26\, 2026 – A three-day presentation of Asian cinema\n\n\n\nUltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley7510 Hazard Center DriveSan Diego\, CA 92108
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/san-diego-asian-film-fest-spring-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
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SUMMARY:42nd Annual Mission Fed ArtWalk
DESCRIPTION:Samson Low  \n\n\n\nMission Fed ArtWalk is San Diego’s original fine art festival\, filling the streets of San Diego’s Little Italy district with more than 250 visual artists\, four music stages\, interactive art for families\, food and fun. We believe that art is not a luxury. Owning original art\, and having an opportunity to meet the creators\, adds meaning and inspiration to life. Artists travel from across the US and Mexico to show and sell their work. ArtWalk is a grand celebration you won’t want to miss! \n\n\n\nApril 25 & 26\, 202611am-6pm Saturday • 10am-5pm SundayLittle Italy along India StreetDowntown\, San Diego
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/42nd-annual-mission-fed-artwalk/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T233000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
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SUMMARY:Adams Avenue Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:GAYLE SKIDMORE\n\n\n\nAdams Avenue Unplugged features 90 live musical performances inside restaurants\, bars\, and coffee houses along a two-mile stretch of Adams Avenue from University Heights on the West\, through Normal Heights\, and into parts of Kensington to the East. It also has performances outdoors at various patio locations\, including the Smitty’s Food Court and Lestat’s Coffeehouse. The AABA hopes to treat musical aficionados and foodies to the rich neighborhood culture. \n\n\n\nAdams Avenue Unplugged is free and open to the general public\, with the exception of Alejandro Escovedo’s ticketed performance at the Main Stage (Headliner link/bottom of page). The historic Normal Heights United Church hosts the Main Stage and the Community Beer Garden where you can take advantage of the VIP Food & Drink Deal for $25 (link at bottom of page).
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/adams-avenue-unplugged-2/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
CREATED:20260412T173035Z
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SUMMARY:Fashion Week San Diego - SPRING SHOWCASE
DESCRIPTION:As the official fashion authority of the region since 2007\, we are honored to announce our Spring Showcase in San Diego’s “Jeweled City \n\n\n\nThe Fashion Week San Diego®(FWSD) Spring Showcase serves as the official launch of the fashion season\, acting as a curated preview and networking hub before the main runway events in the fall. Held at intimate\, upscale venues\, the showcase allows designers to debut signature looks and share their brand stories directly with the press and the public. The event is characterized by its commitment to sustainability\, often featuring eco-conscious labels\, its focus on educational growth through partnerships with local institutions\, signature programs and celebrity deisgners that show their brands in. By bridging the gap between international couture and emerging local talent\, the Spring Showcase establishes the year’s aesthetic trajectory and provides a critical business platform for designers to build momentum within the industry. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, April 25\, 2026Official Spring Showcase | 4 PM – 6 PM(Must be 18+ to attend)
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/fashion-week-san-diego-spring-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Fashion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
CREATED:20260308T011706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T011707Z
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SUMMARY:Art Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join Vanguard Culture and UC San Diego Craft Center for Art Garden\, an inspiring evening of visual art\, storytelling\, dance\, and community care. The event also marks the national launch of the Jimi Appleseed Initiative\, a cultural storytelling movement connecting communities across the country through creativity and shared humanity. Guests can experience live performances\, interactive art activities\, and Neil Shigley’s Invisible Nation portrait exhibition while supporting the San Diego Rescue Mission through a handcrafted ceramic bowl fundraiser.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/art-garden-2/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Spoken Word / Literature,Theatre,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
CREATED:20260416T223400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T223401Z
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SUMMARY:Film Noir
DESCRIPTION:The National Comedy Theatre cast takes on a classic film genre as it presents an improvised Film Noir. Expect to see detectives\, femme fatales\, guns\, murder\, misogyny\, and mystery as our cast sends up a 1940’s film style. For over two decades\, the National Comedy Theatre has been entertaining audiences of all sizes and types across the nation with our unique brand of interactive\, improv comedy. The National Comedy Theatre San Diego presents improv comedy featuring professional comedians who create a series of scenes – all based on audience suggestions.   \n\n\n\nNational Comedy Theatre3717 India St.San Diego\, CA 92103
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/film-noir/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
CREATED:20260416T171020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T171022Z
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SUMMARY:The Firebird & Who Cares?
DESCRIPTION:This world premiere by resident choreographer Elizabeth Wistrich is an original ballet retelling of the story of The Firebird\, a frequent feature of Russian fairy tales. Danced to Igor Stravinsky’s famous and beloved score\, the story begins at a large party where a beautiful young girl\, who possesses special mystical powers she doesn’t yet understand\, is struggling to please her overbearing father. She begins to imagine a new and different life where she can be free to explore her dreams and find love. As her thoughts become stronger\, she finds herself magically transitioning into a powerful creature and she can enter a whole new realm of existence where she can be wherever she desires to pursue her future and find the love of her life. Her journey is not an easy one. Finding peace\, love\, and harmony is more challenging than she ever imagined with powers that threaten to overwhelm her. \n\n\n\nConcert HallCalifornia Center for the Arts\, Escondido
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/the-firebird-who-cares/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T235959
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SUMMARY:San Diego French Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the magic of French cinema at the San Diego French Film Festival\, presented by the Alliance Française de San Diego. This annual showcase features a curated lineup of francophone films—from romance and drama to documentaries—alongside filmmaker conversations and special events. The festival opens with a glamorous red-carpet gala and continues with screenings\, panels\, and cultural experiences that highlight the richness and diversity of French storytelling. A must-attend event for cinephiles and lovers of global culture. \n\n\n\nMay 3–7\, 2026 at The LOT La Jolla and at the Carlsbad City Library
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/san-diego-french-film-festival-2/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260504T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T235959
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CREATED:20260506T055559Z
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SUMMARY:Surrealism Exhibition: THE LIFE
DESCRIPTION:Dreamlike imagery\, subconscious symbolism\, and uncanny visual worlds collide at Surrealism Exhibition: THE LIFE\, opening May 15\, 2026 at the Broker’s Building Art Gallery Board in downtown San Diego. This free exhibition invites audiences into a thought-provoking exploration of identity\, perception\, memory\, and the blurred boundaries between reality and imagination through contemporary surrealist works. Expect an evening of immersive visual storytelling and unexpected perspectives from artists pushing beyond the ordinary into the fantastical. \n\n\n\nOn view May 4 – June 7\, 2026Opening Reception: Friday\, May 15  •  7 PM – 9 PM
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/surrealism-exhibition-the-life/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260601T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
CREATED:20260416T170246Z
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SUMMARY:Spectrum 2026
DESCRIPTION:Presented at Gallery 21 in Balboa Park\, Spectrum 2026 is a collaborative exhibition produced by The Studio Door in partnership with the Village Arts and Education Foundation. Curated by RD Riccoboni\, the exhibition features nine local LGBTQ+ artists working in stained glass\, oil painting\, acrylic\, mixed media\, and stoneware. This off-site presentation expands The Studio Door’s cultural footprint into one of San Diego’s most visited destinations. \n\n\n\nRecognized as San Diego’s premier contemporary art gallery\, The Studio Door presents rotating exhibitions throughout the year that reflect the breadth and vitality of today’s visual arts. Showcasing artists from Southern California and across the nation\, the gallery serves the full spectrum of contemporary practice from emerging voices to established professionals while fostering meaningful connections between artists\, collectors\, and the community. For visitors\, The Studio Door offers an authentic cultural experience rooted in creative excellence and local character. \n\n\n\nParticipating artists include Miguel Camacho-Padilla · Trevor Copenhaver · Tommy Diethert · Don Grant · Brian Hicks · Carole Kuck · Martin Luera · RD Riccoboni · Danne Sadler · Patric Stillman · Stefan Talian · Tim Weedlun. \n\n\n\nMay 5-June 1 2026Reception: May 9 from 1 PM – 4 PM
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/spectrum-2026/
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T235959
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SUMMARY:GI Film Festival San Diego
DESCRIPTION:Life Begins. Directed by Oleksii Taranenko\n\n\n\nPowerful storytelling takes center stage at the GI Film Festival San Diego\, returning May 6–8\, 2026 to the Museum of Photographic Arts at the San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park. Presented by KPBS in partnership with the Film Consortium San Diego\, the three-day festival showcases compelling films for\, by\, and about service members and veterans. Featuring documentaries\, narrative films\, filmmaker conversations\, and post-screening discussions\, the festival creates space for reflection\, dialogue\, and community connection through cinema that explores resilience\, sacrifice\, healing\, and the human experience beyond the battlefield.
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/gi-film-festival-san-diego/
CATEGORIES:Film & Multi-media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012118
CREATED:20260202T043620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T043621Z
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SUMMARY:35th Annual San Diego Music Awards
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate San Diego’s vibrant music community at the 35th Annual San Diego Music Awards\, where the region’s best musicians\, bands\, and industry creatives are recognized for their contributions and achievements. This special evening includes live performances\, award presentations across multiple genres\, and a chance to honor the artists shaping the city’s sound. Join fellow music lovers for a night of rhythm\, recognition\, and community pride. \n\n\n\nHumphreys Concerts By The Bay2241 Shelter Island DriveSan Diego\, CA 92106
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/35th-annual-san-diego-music-awards/
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T200000
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CREATED:20260506T060652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T060658Z
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SUMMARY:Hi-Res Edition 004: PAPER/CUTS
DESCRIPTION:Print culture\, storytelling\, and creative community converge at Hi-Res Edition 004: PAPER/CUTS on May 7\, 2026 at the San Diego Made Factory. Part of San Diego Made’s First Thursdays series\, this free evening celebrates self-publishing and the collective power of print through conversations with local authors Stacey Uy\, Megan Groth\, and Bryttney-Mischele\, alongside curated art\, live music\, food\, and drinks. Hosted by Kelsi Taylor with a live DJ set by DJ Destin33\, the gathering offers an intimate and inspiring space for creative exchange among writers\, artists\, and cultural thinkers. \n\n\n\nSan Diego Made Factory2031 Commercial St.San Diego\, CA 92113
URL:https://vanguardculture.com/event/hi-res-edition-004-paper-cuts/
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Spoken Word / Literature,Visual Arts
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