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Celebrating 75 years of fine art! COAL invites artists from San Diego & beyond to apply for our 75th Annual Fine Art Open Exhibition. Cash awards in 9 categories Deadline: July 23 at noon Awards Reception: Aug 8, 3–5 p.m. Apply online — artists must be 18+ COAL is now accepting entries for the 75th Annual Fine Art Open Exhibition! This exhibition is open to artists 18 years and older living in San Diego and surrounding cities. NCAG - Carlsbad-Oceanside Art League on Facebook / Instagram

From hip-hop to folk, these San Diego musicians stood out with creativity and serious skill in their 2026 NPR Tiny Desk Contest submissions.

Officially opening May 28, Arcana is a hidden, 47-seat cocktail den from Paula Vrakas and the team behind The Roxy Encinitas. Tucked behind an unassuming storefront called “Archive” along South Coast Highway 101, the immersive space blends layered storytelling, vintage curiosities, and a transportive cocktail experience inspired by hidden knowledge and mysticism. The space itself was designed to feel like a discovery—featuring salvaged 1860s Wyoming saloon ceiling tiles, antique oddities, original artwork, velvet drapery, brass accents, and a dramatic cathedral-style back bar. Guests will enter through a mysterious astrolabe-inspired doorway before stepping into the intimate lounge. The opening beverage program centers on narrative-driven cocktails inspired by San Diego legends and mythology, alongside innovative craft cocktails and spirit-free offerings. Opening Details: Thursday, May 28, 2026 509 S Coast Hwy 101 Encinitas, CA 92024 Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. with last seating at 9 p.m. Thursday: 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. with last seating at 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 5 p.m. - 12 a.m. with last seating at 10:30 p.m. Arcana will open reservation bookings at the end of May. Reservations will be available Tuesday through Saturday via OpenTable with Sundays reserved for hosting private events and special programming in the future.

The Without Walls (WOW) Festival features interactive, site-specific performances across campus this weekend.

Juneteenth began as a celebration of Black people’s liberation after the Civil War and now serves as a day for community reflection, education and celebration.

In celebration of our designation as a California Cultural District, Arts District Liberty Station presents Summer Arts Fest on the North Promenade on June 13 from 2–8 p.m. for an unforgettable day celebrating art, creativity, and community. Hosted by Arts District Liberty Station, this one-day festival brings together the incredible artists of Liberty Station and art lovers from across San Diego for a vibrant, open-air celebration. Spend the day exploring in-studio workshops, live painting demonstrations, and a curated art market featuring local artists and one-of-a-kind work. Enjoy great food, refreshing drinks in the Snake Oil Cocktails garden, and live performances on the main stage showcasing talented Arts District Liberty Station artists. Featuring Lucky Devils Band, High Tide Society and DJ Chris Cutz on the main stage along with other performances throughout the day! Arts District Liberty Station on Facebook / Instagram

A decade later, we look back at the Pulse Nightclub mass shooting and the impact on the LGBTQ+ community.

J. Brix Wines, an award-winning, couple-owned San Diego winery, is partnering with FMI, a San Diego-based wine club that hosts culinary and wine pop-up events across the city, to host a Chef Pop-Up with MabuHI at its flagship tasting room in the North City district in San Marcos. Taking place on Saturday, July 25 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., guests are invited to sip J. Brix's natural wines by the glass or bottle while enjoying chef-driven cuisine and live DJ sets in a relaxed indoor-outdoor setting. MabuHI, a food truck specializing in Filipino and Hawaiian cuisine, will serve a menu of pork BBQ, kalbi short ribs, chicken katsu and more, accompanied by DJ sets from Brayisme and Hundo. The event is walk-in only, with food and wine available for purchase. J. Brix Wines is located at 250 North City Drive in San Marcos. Free and plentiful parking is available at North City. For more information, visit https://www.northcity.com/places/jbrix.

Staff are actively exploring options for the HMS Surprise, including "potential opportunities within the entertainment industry and other possible paths forward."

Experience an unforgettable night of ultimate frisbee as the San Diego Growlers host the Las Vegas Bighorns on July 18 Clairemont HS at 6:30 p.m.! If the Growlers win this game, they will qualify for the South Division Playoffs, so pack the stands and cheer for the home team! It’s Super Hero and Fan Appreciation Night, so wear your favorite costume, and kids 12 and under are FREE. There's fun for everyone, including their mascot Growler Phil, food, music, balloon artist, face painter, merch giveaways, games, and the fan favorite mini-disc hole-in-1 contest for cash! Everyone is invited to come down to the field at halftime or after this exciting game to interact with your favorite players, get autographs, and throw the frisbee like the pros! San Diego Growlers on Facebook / Instagram