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Visit the Comic-Con Museum on Free Tuesdays and enjoy a super hero story time with SDPL Librarian Ms. Wendy and/or Ms. Natale from the Central Library Children's Department. Enjoy stories, songs, parachute, and more while we learn that we all have a super hero inside of us! Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram / X

Escape the summer rush and unwind at San Diego Botanic Garden, a peaceful 37-acre oasis where shady trails, vibrant gardens, and ocean breezes offer a refreshing way to reconnect with nature. In August, the Garden is alive with color and calm, inviting visitors to slow down, explore lush landscapes, and find quiet moments of reflection around every corner. Whether you’re looking for a mindful walk, a family outing, or simply a peaceful retreat, the Garden is the perfect place to recharge outdoors. Find a list of programs, events and activities at sdbg.org. Please note: The Garden is closed on Tuesdays. San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook / Instagram

Join the Children’s Museum of Discovery for an evening of play to celebrate the last 25 years and toast to the future at Ignite Their Spark, an evening fundraising event on Saturday, September 6. Enjoy live music by Summit Drive, hand-crafted cocktails by Snake Oil Cocktail Co., delicious bites from Harvest Kitchen, and dazzling entertainment. All proceeds from this event will support the Museum’s Access for All program, providing accessible hands-on education to the children in our community. Children’s Museum of Discovery on Facebook / Instagram

With U.S. warships already off Venezuela's coast, many there hope what could come next could lead to big changes, while others dismiss the U.S. administration's display of power as pure theater

An evening of unforgettable insights with internationally-renowned medium James Van Praagh. Witness his remarkable connection to the spiritual realm as he delivers messages from departed loved ones offering solace, healing and hope to those seeking spiritual guidance. Recognized on Watkins list of the 100 most spiritually influential living people, he is one of the most sought-after mediums of our time. This extraordinary event will be an evening of inspiration, connection and enlightenment. Note: VIP gathering with James prior to the event is additional. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-of-spirit-with-james-van-praagh-tickets-1229054608419?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl James Van Praagh on Instagram and Facebook

It’s time to play the music! It’s time to light the lights! Join Musical Theatre Composer & Performer Tyler Tafolla and some of SoCal’s most sensational, Muppetational performers & puppeteers as they celebrate the music, laughs and work of Jim Henson at the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 N. Coast Highway). In this one night only concert, you’ll hear those classic songs you know & love from The Muppets, Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock and many more! It will be a night of music, laughter, hysteria and of course, puppets! An evening you won’t forget! Featuring performances from Jordan Brownlee, Shaun Conde, Gio Aparicio & Megan Tafolla. As well as a virtual performance from Cameron Blankenship. Guests are encouraged to come in as colorful and as Muppet-y attire and bring their own puppets! It’s gonna be a night you don’t want to miss! See you there! Wocka Wocka! Visit: Oceanside Theatre Company

The EU is America's biggest business partner and the world's largest trading bloc. The U.S. decision will have repercussions for governments, companies and consumers on both sides of the Atlantic.

Two stellar headliners take the stage for one powerhouse show as +LIVE+ and Collective Soul team up to kick-off summer in San Diego at opening night of the 2025 San Diego County Fair. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2025/live-collective-soul Live on Instagram and Facebook Collective Soul on Instagram and Facebook View the full concert schedule

Our roundup of arts and culture to discover in San Diego this month: Visual art, music, theater, dance, outdoor festivals, books, film and more. Up next: Art Alive at San Diego Museum of Art; WOW Festival at UC San Diego; San Diego Symphony's "The Mountain That Loved a Bird"; San Diego Book Crawl, Fern Street Circus Neighborhood Tour; Natalie Gonzalez at Oceanside Museum of Art; Sídro Saturdays at The Front; "Harvest & Gather" at the Athenaeum and more.

Central Javanese wayang kulit is a form of shadow puppet theater that brings ancient stories to life through intricately carved leather puppets, vibrant live gamelan music, and the masterful storytelling of the dalang (puppet master). A tradition that dates back centuries and portrays the epic stories of Ramayana and Mahabharata, wayang kulit blends mythology, philosophy, and humor into an immersive performance that captivates audiences of all ages. Rarely experienced outside of Indonesia, this is a truly immersive performance you won’t want to miss! On Monday, May 5, 2025, we are honored to welcome Bapak Midiyanto (UC Berkeley) and his son, Hanggoro Murti (Java, Indonesia), alongside the SDSU Javanese Gamelan Ensemble for two special showings—one at 6 p.m. and another at 7:30 p.m. Visit: https://music.sdsu.edu/calendar#event-details/c95bdd0d-618e-4691-96c1-7c06b4722de8 San Diego State University on Instagram and Facebook