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Ethan Chan & David Peña: Heavy as Ghosts

Institute of Contemporary Art North 1550 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA, United States

This two-person exhibition features the work of ICA San Diego’s 2024 artists in residence, Ethan Chan and David Peña. Over the course of the past year, Chan and Peña each […]

Fredric Hope: Silent Storytellers

William D. Cannon Art Galllery 1775 Dove Ln, Carlsbad, CA, US

Through his art, Hope emerges as a lifelong observer and contemporary interpreter of Southern California’s evolving shores, transforming his recollections and relationship with coastal artifacts – shells, stones, tidepools and […]

Peace and Healing Post for Veterans/Active Duty Soldiers

VETART 2422 Cades Way, Vista, CA, United States

10 weeks Feb 28 to May 2 A ceramic workshop led by Kira Corser as a part of the Post for Peace and Justice project a partnership with Compassionate Arts In Action.  It […]

Once on This Island

Sunshine Brooks Theatre 217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA, United States

Book & Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Music by Stephen Flaherty Directed by Kevin “Blax” Burroughs Musical Direction by Lyndon Pugeda Choreography by Alyssa "Ajay" Junious This vibrant and moving musical, […]

LA HAVANA MADRID

New Village Arts 2787 State Street, Carlsbad, CA, United States

LA HAVANA MADRID was written by Sandra Delgado, with original music by Cristian Amigo and lyrics by Sandra Delgado. New Village Arts invites audiences to step back in time to […]

Surfing Madonna Save the Ocean 5

Front Porch Gallery 2903 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad, CA, United States

Front Porch Gallery in collaboration with Surfing Madonna Oceans Project endeavors to promote a love for and understanding of the fragile coastal environment by encouraging people to be stewards and […]

Weekly Wellness Saturdays

ICA San Diego / North (Encinitas) 1550 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA, US

April 5, 12, 19, 26, noon to 5 pm The ICA theme for  2025-2026 exhibition season is On Healing. The exhibitions and events explores the ways artists address the various […]

The Art of Autism

Oceanside Museum of Art 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA, United States

An exhibition celebrating neurodivergent artists and the unique ways neurodivergent individuals perceive, create, and contribute to the world. A Different Lens will feature works from more than a dozen artists, […]

Mayor Art Contest

Escondido Municipal Gallery 262 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA, US

For the month of April 2025, Escondido Art Association (EAA) is proud to partner with the local Mayor Dana White to hold the 1st annual Mayor Art Contest. Artists Open This is  one of the nine projects located […]

Phat Cat Swinger

Poway Center for Performing Arts 15498 Espola Rd, Poway, CA, US

Poway On Stage presents this high-energy music and classic Hollywood glamour to every performance. Known for their dynamic showmanship, inventive takes on swing classics, and irresistible energy, Phat Cat Swinger […]

Spring in the Air

Distinction Gallery 317 E. Grand Ave, Escondido, CA, United States

Opened in 2004, this gallery is renowned for its extensive collection of pop surrealism, highly detailed figurative art, and Western-style oil paintings. Spring in the Air promised to be an […]

Spirit Boats with Ellen Speert

We have all been adrift to some extent during the past year. What has helped to keep you afloat? What would you like to strengthen within yourself to help navigate […]

The Art Center’s 16th Annual Signature Watercolor Exhibition

Fallbrook Art Center 103 S. Main, Fallbrook, CA, United States

Both established and emerging artists come together to fosters a vibrant community of art enthusiasts, highlighting the medium’s unique qualities, from its fluidity and transparency to its vibrant colors and […]

Peril in the Alps

North Coast Repertory Theater 987 Lomas Santa Fe, Ste. D, Solana Beach, CA, United States

The twin sister of Captain Hasting’s wife, Dulcie, has been kidnapped — and Hercule Poirot rightly expects not only extortion to follow, but murder. Using elements of Agatha Christie’s “Poirot […]

Photography and Mindfulness

ICA San Diego / North (Encinitas) 1550 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA, US

Discover the art of seeing with intention. This class blends photography with mindfulness practices, helping you slow down, observe the world more deeply, and capture meaningful images. Through guided exercises […]

Six String Society presents Whitney Shay & Friends

Sunshine Brooks Theatre 217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA, United States

The Six String Society proudly presents a very special evening with Whitney Shay and some of her most talented friends. This one of a kind show will feature a wide […]

Ventana Huichola

Oceanside Museum of Art 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA, United States

The results of the workshops that made yarn “Tsikuris” or God’s Eyes are curated by Natalie Gonzalez. Tsikuri (meaning “the power to see and understand things unknown” in the Huichol language), […]

Because You’re Mine: The Music of June Carter and Johnny Cash

Sunshine Brooks Theatre 217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA, United States

Few artists can claim the same lasting impact as Country Music legends Johnny Cash and June Carter! Starring Charles Evans Jr. as Johnny Cash and Caitie Grady as June Carter, […]

Burgeon Beer Breadmaking Class

Burgeon at The Grove 501 S Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA, United States

At the end of the Brewer’s day, you will use the brewery’s fresh, Grainbakers Spent Grain Artisan Bread Dough and work it into a beautiful artisan bread. Flavors can be […]