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The Comic-Con sister convention overlaps with No Kings protests this year, so attendees may need to plan for additional crowds and possible traffic impacts.

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities’ (HACU) 40th Annual Conference provides a unique forum for showcasing the best and most promising practices in higher education and at Hispanic-Serving Institutions. The three-day annual national event, under the theme “40 Years of Championing Higher Education Success: One Graduate at a Time,” features keynote speakers, discussion panels, an international plenary and a Town Hall. Pre-conference events focus on topics such as higher education leadership, PreK-12 collaborations, and special issues of interest for deans and senior administrators. In conjunction with the conference, HACU’s ¡Adelante! Leadership Institute offers a student track for undergraduates with workshops focused on career and leadership development. The conference draws attendees from across the United States, Puerto Rico, Latin America and Spain. Participants include presidents and CEOs, trustees, administrators, faculty, staff and students from national colleges and universities. Discounts are available for HACU members. Group discounts are available when registering five or more individuals in a single transaction. For sponsorship/partnership and advertising opportunities, please contact development@hacu.net. Visit: HACU 40th Annual Conference HACU News on Instagram

Welcome to the Medium Festival of Photography — a two-day celebration of images, ideas, and connection across our creative community. Join us March 27–28, 2026 at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD), La Jolla, where photographers, curators, writers, and image-makers gather for an immersive weekend of talks, portfolio reviews, exhibitions, and community events. The Medium Festival celebrates photography’s power to shape how we see, remember, and connect — across disciplines, borders, and lived experiences. Friday, March 27 | 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Community programming at MCASD including a Community Print Hang & Swap (co-hosted with Camera Exposure + Safelight Labs, a Portfolio Walk, and a Festival Afterparty (offsite) Saturday, March 28 | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. A full day of artist talks, conversations, and public programming at MCASD, alongside the exhibition opening, hands-on activations in the Alternative Process Patio, and our Pop-Up Image Makers Market featuring artists, arts organizations, and creative businesses. From artists and educators to curators, collectors, students, and photography enthusiasts, the Medium Festival invites you to engage deeply with today’s image culture and creative community. Festival Pass Options: - Free / Pay-What-You-Can Festival Attractions - Snapshot Pass $20 ($25 at Door) - Full Frame Pass $140 / $70 Full Time Student ($150 / $75 at Door) - Platinum Print Pass $279 ($295 at Door) Medium Photo on Facebook / Instagram

Join bestselling author Anne Lamott and writer-spiritual coach Neal Allen for an inspiring and entertaining evening that will change the way you think about language. Based on their new book "In Good Writing," this dynamic onstage presentation offers 36 powerful techniques for transforming worthy sentences into unforgettable ones. ArtPower at UC San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

First, as we enter the last 10 days of Ramadan, local Muslims say ongoing conflict in the Middle East is a top concern. Also, a new state law is giving school board members a shot at a major pay raise. Then, we spoke with locals about what they feel being American means as this year marks 250 years since The Declaration of Independence was signed. Lastly, a conversation with the curator behind an exhibition currently showing at UCSD’s Mandeville Art Gallery.

"To Catch a Fish" presents over sixty works of craft and art that are either used in fishing or that illuminate the relationship between people and fish. Utilitarian fishing objects include hand-crafted basketry fish traps, scrapers, weights, and nets. Works with spiritual significance and symbolism include amulets, robes, images of saints, and even kites. This exhibition features the stunning work of contemporary artist Marianne Nicolson, which addresses the impact of commercial fisheries on Indigenous communities in British Columbia. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for Art, Wine & Plática with XoQUE, a creative and healing workshop centered on printmaking, storytelling, and community connection. Tickets are $20 in support of our fundraising efforts—please RSVP early, as space is limited and this event may sell out. (21+ event; snacks and beverages provided.) Participants will explore printmaking techniques and materials to reflect, reclaim wounded parts of the self, and reconstruct wholeness. Through plática, storytelling, and collective reflection, we’ll strengthen our inner resilience and build meaningful community connections. Proceeds benefit the International Women’s Day 2026 Organizing Committee at Centro Cultural de la Raza and support the Serpiente Mural Renovation Project. Funds will help replace deteriorating exterior panels and commission a new serpiente mural—led by women-identified artists—preserving the Centro’s cultural legacy while uplifting new artistic voices. Centro Cultural de la Raza on Facebook / Instagram

For the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Arts, not having a building leads to an out-of-the-box approach to its exhibitions.

Join us for a special lunchtime concert with the Frequency Vocal Jazz Ensemble, featuring choir repertoire, soloists, and selections from the Great American Songbook—performed a cappella or with our student rhythm section. Directed by Matt Falker. This is a free, unticketed event. Location: Concert Hall (OC2406), Oceanside Campus MiraCosta College on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate OMA’s Artist Alliance exhibition at Woodward Contemporary, "Opposing Angles!" Enjoy refreshments and creative conversations as you mingle with artists and art lovers. Woodward Contemporary is located in Old Town San Diego at: 4434 30th Street, San Diego, CA 92116. Selected by gallery founder Gigi Woodward, many of the works represent the artists’ interpretation of the title: abstract or figurative work that explores contrast, tension, and unexpected perspectives, revealing how divergent viewpoints, forms, or experiences can collide, intersect, and create dynamic new visual dialogues. Exhibition On View: April 4–April 29, 2026 Free