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In 2021, hundreds of unaccompanied minors seeking asylum were housed in the convention center. "Our Lady of the San Diego Convention Center" was inspired by that news event. Then, another new play about a rare and elusive bird — and your weekend preview.

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Glass art by Indigenous artists at the Mingei; Gustavo Romero plays Liszt; indie and new wave at Soda Bar; spinning, weaving and blacksmithing in Old Town; Hitchcock at The Old Globe; Street Level in Oceanside; and fútbol on Chicano Park Blvd.

Celebrate fall in the heart of University Heights at the University Heights Fall Festival, a free, family-friendly community celebration on Saturday, October 17 from 12–5 p.m. This annual neighborhood tradition brings together local food, live music, artists and makers, a beer garden, shopping, activities for kids, and plenty of fall fun. This year, the festival moves into the center of University Heights along Park Boulevard, Adams Avenue and Trolley Barn Park - bringing even more of the neighborhood together for an afternoon of food, music and community. Come hungry, bring the whole family, discover local businesses and artists, and spend the afternoon celebrating everything that makes University Heights special. The University Heights Fall Festival is organized by parent and community volunteers, with proceeds benefiting Friends of Alice Birney Elementary and supporting enrichment programs for students, including art, garden and Spanish. Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 12–5 p.m. University Heights, San Diego Free and open to the community University Heights Fall Festival on Instagram

Acclaimed photographer John Dole brings his portrait photography expertise to the City of Encinitas' Pacific View Arts Center. In this 6-week course, you will learn the basics of portrait photography, including lighting and camera settings to improve your pictures of friends and family. Each class is an hour and a half and requires a digital camera. John Dole on Instagram

MindTravel’s Live-to-Headphones Silent Piano Concert is debuting in La Jolla from 6 - 8 p.m. Part meditation, part deep relaxation, part art, the MindTravel experience, created by mindfulness expert and composer Murray Hidary, provides a much-needed escape from the stress and anxieties of daily life. (arrive 20–30 minutes early for check-in) Limited headphones available — reserve yours in advance

The Library's Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 9 to October 3. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On October 9, we will have Wilfrido Terrazas the flute, performing experimental, improvised music rooted in Mexican folk traditions and poetry. This concert is free to attend thanks to the support of the City of Coronado and the Friends of the Coronado Public Library. Seating is first come, first seated and doors will open at 12:45 p.m. Wilfrido Terrazas (Willy/he/él) is a flutist, improviser, composer, and educator based in San Diego, originally from Ensenada, Mexico. His work explores the edges of notation, improvisation, and collective creativity, and finds inspiration in various experimentalist lineages, Mexican folk traditions, and poetry. He has premiered over 400 works, composed more than 80, and recorded 60+ albums released internationally. Wilfrido has appeared at leading festivals and venues across 23 countries, is a core member of Generación Espontánea, Mexico City’s pioneering improvisers’ collective, and co–organizes the Semana Internacional de Improvisación in Ensenada. Since 2017, he has been a professor of music at the University of California San Diego. He is also member of the National System of Art Creators of Mexico (SNCA) for the period 2026-28.

Texas country's next big thing is coming to Frontwave Arena. Hudson Westbrook brings his fall headline "Hits Me Tour" to Oceanside on Saturday, October 3, 2026, with support from Kenny Whitmire and Ethan Burdick. Hudson Westbrook is "on the cusp of bona fide country music stardom" (Rolling Stone). Raised in Stephenville, Texas, on Red Dirt and traditional country icons like George Strait and Turnpike Troubadours, Westbrook broke out in 2024 with "Take It Slow" and built a grassroots following with hits like "Two Way Drive" and "House Again,” all while still in school at Texas Tech. Westbrook just previewed the next chapter of his catalog with new single "Hits Me," and now he's hitting the road on his 24-date fall headline "Hits Me Tour." This is not an evening you want to miss out on! Hudson Westbrook on Facebook / Instagram

The second annual Asian American Dance Festival is underway in San Diego, bringing Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders movement artists together to share their stories and history through dance, from hip-hop and breakdancing to Odissi.

¡Prepárate para la fiesta más perreante de SAN DIEGO! Mexican Independence Weekend! 21+ EVENT | VIP Reservations (619) 727-6789 Get ready to dance the night away at the ultimate Old School VS New School Reggaeton Party! Join us at PERREOLAND for a night filled with the hottest reggaeton hits, Big Entertainment & many Surprises! Experience the clash of OLD and NEW. From classic hits that will transport you back to the early days of reggaeton to the latest chart-toppers that are taking the music world by storm, this party promises to be an unforgettable celebration of the genre. Whether you're an old school reggaeton fan or a lover of the new wave, this event is for you. Grab your friends and get ready to move your body to the infectious rhythms of reggaeton all night long. PERREOLAND is a world where rhythm and passion collide, where the stage is set for groundbreaking performances that push the boundaries of the music industry. This is where you get to witness the magic of the world's most talented Djs, and Entertainers all in one place, all for one incredible journey. WE are more than a music festival; it's a movement, it's a lifestyle. It's an unforgettable journey into the heart of reggaeton. Dont miss out on this epic clash of musical eras! Mark your calendars and join us for the Old School VS New School Reggaeton Party. Get ready to dance, sing along, and create memories that will last a lifetime! Perreo Land Music Festival on Instagram

Margaret Noble's "Drift" at the Timken; Twilight Poetry at Queen Califia's Magical Circle; Salvador González at Por Vida; "Arcadia" closing weekend; "Ni Mi Madre" at Diversionary; weird short films in North Park and more art in San Diego this weekend.