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The Museum blooms, the garden glows, and the plaza sparkles with joie de vivre! Bloom Bash is the radiant late-night fête that kicks off the Art Alive weekend, dazzling with the bohemian glamour of Toulouse-Lautrec’s Paris and the electric spirit of the Moulin Rouge. A celebration where art, music, and revelry collide, this unforgettable soirée brings together le Tout-Paris for a night of pure enchantment. Guests will indulge in exquisite cuisine and craft cocktails, discover immersive art experiences and captivating performances, and dance until midnight in true Parisian style. Bloom Bash 2026 also offers an exclusive first look at the spectacular Art Alive floral creations throughout the Museum, blooming with Parisian allure. The San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram / Facebook

San Diego is cutting arts, parks and libraries to fill a $146 million budget hole; Los Angeles and San Francisco face similar plights.

ArtHatch and Distinction Gallery Present the 2nd Annual “Spring in SoCal2” ArtHatch and Distinction Gallery are thrilled to announce our 2nd Annual "Spring in SoCal2," part of Escondido’s Annual Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month this April. The month-long celebration will feature multiple events, culminating in our April Arts Showcase on April 11, from 6–10 p.m.—our largest and most vibrant gathering of local artists, creativity, and community. Special Offer: The first 100 guests to RSVP at spring@arthatch.org will receive a free pot and succulent plant. Visitors can visit the front gallery and four additional studios, where local artists will decorate the pots. For a hands-on experience, head to Teen Studio #12, add your own artistic touches, and watch teens create live as they prepare for their upcoming all-teen art exhibition this July. Short on time? Don’t worry! A limited number of pre-painted and planted pots will be available for guests who may not have RSVP’d, while supplies last. Live Music & Entertainment: Groove to live music all evening! C-Barrgs spins from 6–8 p.m., followed by Big Boss Bubble performing from 8–10 p.m.. These fan favorites are guaranteed to get the crowd moving. Extras: Enjoy open studio tours throughout the evening and drinks available for purchase from Last Spot by Tortari, serving until 11 p.m. The creativity continues beyond April 11! Join us on April 18 and 25, from 2–5 p.m., to watch local artists paint live in the front gallery. This event is being funded in part by the City of Escondido Public Art. Location: 317 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

The blast resulted in the "traumatic amputation" of the teen's right hand along with severe burns to his chest and face, the agency reported.

“Trial by Jury,” Gilbert & Sullivan’s comic operetta, a gem rarely performed by major opera companies, returns to San Diego County for the first time since 2009 on April 25 & 26 at Trinity Episcopal Church in Escondido, courtesy of Genesis Opera Theatre. The 30-minute operetta in English is a fast-paced contemporary courtroom circus where love, law and public opinion collide in the most delightfully ridiculous ways. Imagine sharp suits, social-media-level drama, your favorite reality TV show, and a legal system that’s just as theatrical as the people in it. Gilbert & Sullivan’s signature wit, speed and musical charm are clever, chaotic and irresistibly fun. Genesis Opera Theatre production features an all-star cast of talent drawn from Southern California’s San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange and Riverside counties, is directed by Patrick Anderson with musical director Abraham Fabella. “This fun production will be a new experience for most who attend. And those who know Gilbert & Sullivan’s repertoire will be thrilled with the accompanying concert of G&S favorites. I’m thrilled to be able to share this program with new audiences and seasoned operagoers alike,” says Genesis Opera Theatre founder Cynthia Leigh. Proceeds from the performances Saturday April 25 at 7 p.m. and Sunday April 26 at 3 p.m. benefit Genesis Opera Theatre and Trinity Episcopal Church. Genesis Opera Theatre’s mission is to make opera accessible to people of all ages for a reasonable price, and with the hope of inspiring young people to explore the art form further as participants or patrons. Donations are welcome at GenesisOperaTheatre.com.

Each year the ARCS Foundation, San Diego Chapter, a non-profit organization led entirely by women, hosts a Scientist of the Year fundraiser to honor a preeminent local scientist. This year’s honoree, Dr. Sonia Ancoli-Israel, is a world-renowned leader in sleep and circadian rhythm research. Her work has significantly advanced our understanding of sleep disorders, aging, and cancer, with meaningful improvements in patient care. Her record of scientific excellence, mentorship and dedication to advancing research reflects the core values and mission of ARCS Foundation, making her a highly deserving honoree. Dr. Ancoli-Israel is a Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Professor of Research at the UC San Diego School of Medicine. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from the State University of New York, Stony Brook, a Master’s Degree from California State University, Long Beach and a PhD in Psychology from the University of California, San Francisco. ARCS San Diego invites you to join them for a celebration of science and scientists that is set for Sunday, May 17 (4-8 p.m.) at The Conrad Performing Arts Center in La Jolla. In addition to honoring Dr. Ancoli-Israel, the program will pay tribute to this year’s ARCS Scholars – all 50 of them – along with distinguished ARCS Scholar alumnus, Noah Milman, from the Sleep & Health Applied Research Program at Oregon Health & Science University. All funds raised at this event will support future ARCS Scholars. Through their research, these talented Scholars make outstanding contributions to advance science and keep America competitive on the global stage, which is the ARCS mission. ARCS San Diego has put together an exciting program for its signature event. For program details and to register, go to: https://san-diego.arcsfoundation.org/ About ARCS: Founded in 1958, ARCS Foundation, Inc. (Achievement Rewards for College Scientists) is a national nonprofit organization with 15 chapters across the country dedicated to advancing science and technology in the United States by providing financial awards to outstanding graduate students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering and medical research. Since its inception in 1985, the San Diego Chapter of ARCS has given more than $13.3 million to support graduate students at four local institutions: UCSD, SDSU, USD, and Scripps Research.

Gabriela Lena Frank's first opera, in its Met debut, sees late Mexican painter Frida Kahlo leaving the underworld on the Day of the Dead to be reunited with her husband and fellow artist Diego Rivera.

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

The Encinitas Youth Commission is hosting a free Financial Literacy event for teens on Sunday, April 26 from 1–2:30 p.m. at the City of Encinitas Library (540 Cornish Dr.). Three speakers will cover banking and credit, budgeting and saving, and young adult financial decisions including college costs and student loans. Interactive Q&A included. Parents welcome. Walk-ins accepted. Register at encinitasparksandrec.com, Course Code: 18330, or call (760) 943-2250

Seven cage fights will be held on the White House grounds in honor of the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary.