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Karaoke Thursday’s officially return to ginger’s on February 5th with a Divas and Legends Party! Belt your heart out from 9 p.m. – midnight, and enjoy giveaways and cocktail specials throughout the evening. From Beyoncé to Michael, Usher to Mariah, the night promises to be a fun-filled celebration of music’s most iconic divas and legends. ginger’s is located at 600 Fifth Ave – just beneath barleymash. Visit: ginger's Ginger's Gaslamp on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for the inaugural Stand Down Awards Luncheon, benefiting VVSD's nationally recognized Stand Down event, which provides critical services to hundreds of homeless and at-risk Veterans in San Diego County. The luncheon will honor outstanding community partners and champions who demonstrate exceptional commitment to serving Veterans and strengthening the broader veteran community. The event will feature live music, a paddle raise, silent auction, and a special art presentation by retired Navy Chief and artist Joe Pisano. Explore the origins of Stand Down with Robert Van Keuren and Dr. Jon Nachison, the visionary founders who launched the first Stand Down for homeless veterans in 1988 right here in San Diego in a panel discussion with Akilah Templeton, President & CEO of Veterans Village of San Diego. Whether you attend as an individual guest, host a table, or step up as a major sponsor of Stand Down, your presence helps expand the reach of future Stand Down events, provide more veterans with access to food, shelter, clothing, health care, legal and benefits support, and pathways to permanent housing. Reserve your sponsorship or tickets today and stand with Veterans Village of San Diego in the urgent, achievable work of ensuring that no one is left behind and every veteran has a place to call home. Veterans Village of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Everyone has a story to tell—what’s yours? The Storytellers of San Diego invite you to explore the art of sharing stories from your own life, your grandparents, your friends, or your imagination! Each workshop focuses on a different element of storytelling, helping you bring real experiences to life and connect with others through the power of story. Participants will have the chance to showcase their new skills at the San Diego Storytelling Festival on March 21, 2026. Registration is requested for the February 3 introductory session. All other sessions are walk-in, no registration. March 3: “Tying it All Together” with Aunt Li-Anne Bring everything together in this final workshop designed to help you shape a complete, cohesive story ready to share on stage. Participants will polish their performances and learn tips for connecting with an audience—culminating in the chance to tell their story at the upcoming storytelling festival. Aunt Li-Anne is a storyteller, singer, actor and healer. She has been performing in local theaters and teaching drama workshops for more than twenty years. Aunt Li-Anne’s Story Garden has fun programs for parties, schools or other events. Her stories emphasize traditional lore and range from fairies and myths to thought-provoking tales of conflict resolution. Storytellers of San Diego on Facebook

Bring your own materials and works in progress or start fresh on a blank canvas! Open to all experience levels. Free drinks and snacks from local vendors. February 21 | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. The Front Gallery Parking: We ask that all attendees use available street parking, as well as encourage the use of public transit – the nearest Trolley station is Beyer Blvd. Trae tus propios materiales y proyectos en curso o empieza desde cero en un lienzo en blanco. Abierto a todos los niveles de experiencia. Tendremos bebidas y bocadillos de cortesía de parte de productores locales. 21 de febrero | 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The Front Gallery Estacionamiento: Les pedimos a todos los asistentes que utilicen el estacionamiento disponible en la calle y les recomendamos usar el transporte público; la estación de tranvía más cercana es Beyer Blvd. The Front Arte Cultura on Facebook / Instagram

Hotmood is one of the driving forces behind the exciting Mexican disco scene. Hotmood's style reflect their productions, combining slo-mo boogie, groove laden disco, quality house, 70’s funk, n deep sounds. Always adept at reading the crowd thanks to decades behind the decks, Hotmood has played in Singapore, Colombia, London, Spain, Portugal, USA, Mexico, Canada. Hotmood has released on labels like Nervous, Star Creature, Kolour, De La Groove, and Large Music, as well as his only label, Discoweey. His tracks have been supported by the likes of Mark Farina, Simon Dunmore, Session Victim, Claptone, Sleazy beats, Art Of Tones, Moullinex, Kraak & Smaak, Melvo Baptiste, Black Loops, Dj Moar, Coeo, Defected and Glitterbox. In 2022 he was ranked the 36th top artist on Traxsource. RSVP: quartyardsd.com/event/shine-hotmood-boys-dont-disco-justo/

Join Lovejoy Creations for a Paint Your Pet class — a heartwarming, self-paced workshop where you'll turn your favorite pet photo into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! Choose your style — realistic or pop art — and learn painting techniques like brush control, color mixing and highlighting. You'll leave with a piece of art to treasure forever, and 15% of your purchase will support San Diego Humane Society — a creative way to show a little extra love this season. Visit: https://www.lovejoycreations.com/sign-up-for-classes/p/sdhs San Diego Humane Society on Instagram and Facebook

Lunar New Year AXIS Event Saturday, February 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Outdoor Copley Plaza Join us for this free, family-friendly event celebrating the start of the Year of the Horse, featuring traditional dragon dance performances, martial arts demonstrations, live music, arts and crafts, and food vendors. This event is free and for the whole family to enjoy. Visit: https://www.theoldglobe.org/arts-engagement/axis/ The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook

Everyone has a story to tell—what’s yours? The Storytellers of San Diego invite you to explore the art of sharing stories from your own life, your grandparents, your friends, or your imagination! Each workshop focuses on a different element of storytelling, helping you bring real experiences to life and connect with others through the power of story. Participants will have the chance to showcase their new skills at the San Diego Storytelling Festival on March 21, 2026. Registration is requested for the February 3 introductory session. All other sessions are walk-in, no registration. February 10: Shaping Your Story and Making it Yours with Emily Stamets Explore fun, practical techniques for learning, remembering, and making a story your own—no matter your style or experience level. Emily Stamets is a storyteller specializing in original fantasy with a modern feminist twist. A dynamic and theatrical storyteller, she brings over two decades of Theatre Arts experience to the stage. With over ten years of full-time teaching experience and five+ years 1:1 coaching experience, Emily is a highly effective teaching artist and coach. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/learn-art-storytelling-42672 Storytellers of San Diego on Facebook

Join us for an in-studio art making experience. Come explore art making in the SDMA Museum Art Studio! Join us and create work using mediums such as drawing, painting, and mixed media and explore your creativity. Materials will be provided, or you can bring your own. No oil paints or solvents please! This is a pay-what-you-wish event. Please RSVP here to save your spot. Registration is limited to 20 people per session. Meet at the House of Hospitality, near the Prado restaurant entrance, at 9:50 a.m. and look for the OPEN STUDIO sign. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

For 33 years, Media Arts Center San Diego’s San Diego Latino Film Festival (SDLFF) has championed Latino voices and storytelling, creating a space for narratives that reflect the richness and complexity of our communities. In a time when these stories are more important than ever, the festival continues to celebrate film as a powerful tool for connection, reflection, and imagination—rooted in community, love, and respect. The 33rd annual festival runs from March 18–22, 2026, at AMC Mission Valley 20, and the Digital Gym CINEMA SDLFF continues its tradition of bringing audiences together through cinema. Among this year’s highlights is "American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez," directed by David Alvarado. Opening Night will feature "Mistura," directed by Ricardo de Montreuil and starring Bárbara Mori. Described by de Montreuil as a love letter to Peru, the film follows a woman on a transformative journey, celebrating the country’s rich cultural identity while challenging societal norms. Additionally, Opening Night will also include a screening of "20 Pounds to Happiness," written by Josefina López ("Real Women Have Curves") and directed by and starring Yelyna De León. In addition to these films, the festival features 120 shorts, parties, Sonido Latino concerts, and Arte Latino showcases. Visit sdlatinofilm.com for more information! The San Diego Latino Film Festival (SDLFF) on Facebook / Instagram