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Scream Diego RETURNS this October 17, 2026! The exciting return of San Diego's Halloween and Horror convention is going to make you SCREAM!!! This year's theme will be "ZOMBIES ZOMBIES ZOMBIES!!!" Do not miss the return of the horror event of the year in what will be the scariest and most fun conventionof the fall! Taking place Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at the Doubletree by Hilton in Mission Valley at the Hazard Center, expect an haunting experience with panels, vendors, artists, entertainment, movies and more! We will have many horror, spooky, oddity type vendors to satiate your spooky and grim shopping needs! Artists with original art on display and for sale! Karaoke and a DJ with Halloween and eerie inspired music at the return of MONSTER PROM! TWO panel rooms discussing a variety of topics, from diversity in horror, the state of the the horror scene in San Diego, writing horror, and so much more! Our independent horror film festival screening returns, as well! We will show independently made and produced films from local and regional filmmakers and aspiring horror directors! Our kids zone will have fun and spooky activities for kids! And everyone can enter our costume contest with terror-ific prizes, including tickets to our other upcoming events, like San Diego Anime Con! There will be a kids and an adults contest! Kids 8 and under are FREE! Tickets and more information at www.screamdiego.com

Hundreds of migrants have again attempted to cross from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta. This time, Moroccan officials fended them off, raising new questions about the crossing of July 30.

The Art Glass Guild located in Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park will be hosting their Spring Patio Show and Sale on Mother's Day weekend. The patio and Studio 25 will be filled with local San Diego glass artists. See beautiful art representing many techniques, including blown, fused, torch, stained, cast, etched and mosaic art. There will be glass demonstrations and a free mosaic make and take. Visit: Art Glass Guild's Spring Patio Show and Sale Art Glass Guild on Instagram and Facebook

The Library's Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 4 to October 23. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On September 11, we will have Alex Guillen on the guitar, performing a range of flamenco, classical, and Latin standards. Alex Guillen grew up in Chula Vista in a Mexican-American household where music wasn't something you watched — it was something that happened. Spanish guitar at family gatherings. Mariachi at neighborhood celebrations. Boleros on the radio. He studied formally at Berklee College of Music. He trained with flamenco masters Diego Corriente, Manuel Valencia, and José Antonio Rodríguez. He worked with jazz guitarists Bruce Arnold, Larry Koonse, and Peter Sprague, and studied under Latin/world fusion pioneer Jorge Strunz and Latin jazz legend Chucho Valdés. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/acs-hold-44477

A new state law targets people loitering with the intent to buy sex, but data show racial disparities in arrests. Plus, how public records requests fuel investigative journalism. And, this month's issue of San Diego Magazine celebrates arts and culture.

The Story of the Reed A Journey of Sound, Poetry, and Inner Reflection Organized by: Persian Place in collaboration with the Center for World Music and with support from the City of Carlsbad This program is funded in part by the City of Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts Office. Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 6–7:30 p.m. Venue: Carlsbad Auditorium: Address: 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad, CA 92011 About the Experience Inspired by the opening verses of Rumi’s Masnavi, The Story of the Reed is an immersive, multi-sensory experience weaving together the haunting sound of the ney, poetry in Persian and English, theatrical expression, and live Persian calligraphy. The reed flute (ney)—hollow yet filled with song—has long symbolized the human soul’s longing to return to its divine source. Its voice reminds us that emptiness can become a doorway to transformation. Through music, movement, and the written word, audiences are invited to journey inward—beyond listening, into feeling. This is not simply a performance, but a shared moment of reflection: an invitation to pause, reconnect, and remember the stillness and wisdom within. On a summer evening, we gather to experience longing, beauty, and belonging, discovering how what feels lost on the outside can become light within. Featuring: Mohammad Khodadadi – Internationally acclaimed ney player and composer, bridging Persian and Western classical traditions. Dr. Yasaman Mostajeran – Persian calligraphy artist and psychotherapist, exploring word, sound, and silence. Dr. Nadia Thalji – Psychologist and artistic director, weaving cultural memory, emotion, and transformation. Lucia Herlinda – Award-winning Middle Eastern and Flamenco fusion dancer, bringing movement and storytelling to life. https://persianplace.org/

Get ready for the school year with creativity, confidence, and community at Artful Start: Back-to-School! This free event invites K–12 students in need to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon filled with hands-on arts activities, helpful resources, and back-to-school essentials. We believe the arts have the power to connect, uplift, and inspire people of all ages. By providing accessible, engaging experiences, we hope to welcome more students into the creative world and support their potential as they head into the new school year. Event Highlights: Free Art-Filled Backpacks Every student will receive a bag filled with quality art supplies, school supplies, food vouchers and more! Complimentary Haircuts Students can start the year fresh with a free haircut—because creativity comes in all forms, including personal style. Community Art Lab Participate in hands-on art projects and take home your own masterpiece! All students will also receive a free annual museum pass. Local Resource Fair Meet local businesses and community organizations offering valuable services and support for students and families. Details: - Open to K–12 students in need - Resources available for up to 200 students - No verification of need required, but students must be present to receive items and participate Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate creativity and community while setting students up for success. Join us for Artful Start: Back-to-School—where imagination meets preparation! California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

The colorful Encinitas Arts Alive banners displayed along Coast Highway this summer will be auctioned to the public at the Encinitas Community Center. Enjoy a reception at 1:30 p.m., followed by a live auction at 2 p.m. featuring all 85 original banner paintings. From surf culture and local landmarks to wildlife and abstracts, there’s something for every art lover. Bid on a one-of-a-kind original artwork to add color and character to your home, garden, patio, office, or other favorite space. Auctioneer Jacob Aere of KPBS Radio will lead the bidding. Proceeds support local artists and youth arts education. Art Can't Hurt You on Instagram

The City Council recently approved a motion for staff to gather information and bring it back to the council to discuss.

The pro-immigration leader is facing backlash at home and abroad after roughly 60,000 people crossed from Morocco into the Spanish enclave.