LATEST IN ARTS & CULTURE
This weekend in the arts in San Diego: New visual art from Brandon Eugene Secrest and Leslye Villaseñor; visual artist Hugo Crosthwaite's chamber music collaboration; the San Diego Asian Film Festival; printmaking in Oceanside; "El Alebrije" and more.
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We reflect on a headline-filled week following a special election, National City's rejection of a controversial biofuel depot and a season of arts reporting from our colleagues with "The Finest." -
KPBS Midday EditionAn upcoming screening highlights personal documentary films that explore family history, memory and connection. Then, a new book profiles the people shaping skateboarding culture. And, a preview of this year's San Diego Asian Film Festival.
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The San Diego Model Railroad Museum features amazing exhibits, all designed by volunteers. -
The 2026 San Diego Art Prize winners were recently announced: three visual artists — Tatiana Ortiz-Rubio, Ingrid Hernández and Danielle Dean — creating in vastly different forms and processes, from photography and murals to immersive installations.
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The haunting new show from Vince Gilligan, who created Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, is set in Gilligan's now-signature location, Albuquerque. -
A riveting domestic drama from the director of The Worst Person in the World and a gorgeous historical drama set in the early 20th century are also on this weekend's movie slate.
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It's no surprise that a boatload of 2026 Grammy nominations are for rappers, rockers, legends and newcomers who performed at the Tiny Desk in just 2025 alone. -
Last year's biggest winner will try to repeat his wins for song and record of the year, and add album of the year to his trophy case. Other top nominees include Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny.
MORE ARTS & CULTURE
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Bob Trumpy has died. While he leaves a fine legacy as a Cincinnati sportscaster, his best moment might have been the two hours he spoke with a desperate and depressed woman who called into his show. -
Celebrating Thanksgiving abroad? Tell us how you celebrate. -
The punk rock star has produced several books that braid thoughts on her newest endeavors with memories and photographs of her lost lovers and friends. Bread of Angels is her most autobiographical. -
Latest Arts Events
Train Song Festival 2025
Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 10 AM to 4 PM
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Old Poway Park
Free music, no ticket needed, on the pavilion, with shaded seating.
That’s Cool! Sample Shoppe
Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 10 AM to 6 PM
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Malibu Farm in Seaport Village
Free
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