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Welcome to INT'L CAFE San Diego, where you can meet new friends while practicing the languages you love. All levels and all languages welcome. Cheers! ¡Salud! चियर्स! Santé! Prost! 干杯! Cin cin! Saúde! За здоровье! في صحتك! Şerefe! Proost! Skål! 건배! ΥΓΕΙΑ! Dô! โชคดี! Na zdrowie! 乾杯! Pure Project Balboa Park is the first brewery in California (and the West Coast!) to host INT’L Café—a vibrant gathering for language lovers and global citizens. ⁠ Join us every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month to connect, practice, and share in a unique language-learning experience, all while enjoying a pint of Pure beer.⁠ To Participate: Visit intlcafe.io & register beforehand, or sign-up at our taproom the day of! INT'L CAFE on Facebook / Instagram Pure Project Brewing on Facebook / Instagram

flute, violins, viola, cello, piano, percussion Music by Andy Akiho, Ivan Enrique Rodriguez, Florence Price, Ivan Trevino, and Franghiz Ali-Zadeh Music at the crossroads of culture and imagination Step into a world where sound knows no borders. "Sonic Realms" invites you on a vibrant journey through music that is deeply rooted in tradition yet boldly reimagined. This program features flute, strings, piano, and percussion—including marimba—woven together in an exhilarating fusion of classical form, folk rhythm, and global color. Whether drawn from distant lands or reimagined traditions, this is music that pulses with spirit and surprise. "Sonic Realms" is not just a concert - it’s a vivid celebration of music’s power to transcend place, time, and genre. Beth Ross Buckley, flute David Buckley, violin Batya MacAdam-Somer, violin Travis Maril, viola Ruslan Viryukov, cello Dana Burnett, piano Matt Armstrong, percussion Mingei International Museum in Balboa Park1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 7 p.m. - Doors Open 7:30 p.m. - Concert Begins Kindly underwritten by Susan & Gary Spoto Camarada on Facebook / Instagram

flute, violin, cello, piano, featured composer Music by Arcangelo Corelli, Johann Nepomuk Hummel, Joseph Haydn, Johannes Brahms, Ralph Vaughan Williams, and a world premiere by Oliviana Marie Illuminating the stillness of the season Step into a world of warmth and reflection with "A Winter’s Light" — a concert that celebrates the stillness, sparkle, and spirit of the season. This intimate program is crafted to evoke the wonder of winter, a time when nature slows and music becomes a source of deep connection. "A Winter’s Light" offers a chance to pause and be fully present in the glow of the season. Featuring works by Corelli, Hummel, Haydn, Brahms, and Vaughan Williams, the program also includes the world premiere of Ether by rising composer Oliviana Marie — a piece that captures the ethereal stillness of winter. Join us as we reflect, rejoice, and reconnect through the quiet beauty that only winter can inspire. Beth Ross Buckley, flute David Buckley, violin Ruslan Biryukov, cello Dana Burnett, piano Oliviana Marie, featured composer Mingei International Museum in Balboa Park 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 7 p.m. - Doors Open 7:30 p.m. - Concert Begins Kindly underwritten by Elaine Baldwin & Carl Nelson, Beth & Dave Buckley, and Rob Sidner Camarada on Facebook / Instagram

Voted Best Museum by San Diego Magazine, the Fleet Science Center invites you to explore more than 100 hands-on exhibits that spark curiosity for all ages. Experience science in action and catch awe-inspiring documentaries in San Diego’s only IMAX® dome theater. Located in the heart of Balboa Park, the Fleet is your destination for discovery and inspiration. For hours, tickets, and more, visit FleetScience.org. Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram

Step into the Charade Speakeasy for an unforgettable night of timeless country music as we pay tribute to the legendary Patsy Cline. Experience classic Americana hits like “Crazy” and “I Fall to Pieces” performed by San Diego’s own Amanda Portela, backed by an all-star band featuring Konrad Malinowski on guitar, Eric Wesling on pedal steel, Doug Walker on upright bass, and Justin Joyce on drums. This special listening room event offers an intimate and immersive musical experience, complete with expertly crafted cocktails and delicious appetizers for purchase . Two showtimes available: 6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m.) Plenty of free street parking Limited seating – reserve your tickets now before they sell out! Location: Inside of The Balboa If you're looking for the 8 p.m. show time please select separate show page on eventbrite. Day of tickets if available will be accepted by Venmo at $35 flat Charade Speakeasy on Instagram

Vote for Pedro and relive the awkward magic of Napoleon Dynamite in a whole new way. This special Retro Rewind event features a full screening of the cult classic followed by a live, interactive Q&A with cast members Jon Heder (Napoleon) and Efren Ramirez (Pedro). This is a one-night-only Comic-Con event with unique offerings and pricing. Don’t miss your chance to experience this unforgettable fan-favorite moment live in the Gaslamp Quarter. Visit: Retro Rewind: Napoleon Dynamite Live Visit: Balboa Theater

The official Mexican Independence Day is Tuesday, but multiple events will commemorate the Grito de Delores — Cry of Delores — on Saturday and Sunday.

This weekend in the arts: Ewa Słapa at Best Practice; curtains rise at The Joan; City Ballet's Sinatra-themed dance; plus indie rock and more live music.

The city estimates zoo guests spent more than $570 million in the region. The city and zoo want those guests to spend a bit more. For many years, they have been able to park their cars for free. That’s going to change.

The zoo says it intends to follow the city's plans to offer discounted parking rates to San Diego residents who drive to Balboa Park.