Arts & Culture

With two Tony® Award-winning theatres, museums, historic sites and monuments, music, public art, dance, film, galleries, missions and a multitude of other cultural offerings, San Diego is truly a world-class international cultural destination. For more detailed information about arts and culture in the San Diego area, make sure you visit San Diego Art + Sol.

San Diego County Fair

06/12 - 07/05

The San Diego County Fair is the sixth largest fair in the nation and is the largest annual event in San Diego County. This year the Fairgrounds will transform into "Music Mania", San Diego's...

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• 06/12 - 07/05 - San Diego County Fair
• 08/09 - Annual Hillcrest Cityfest Street Fair
• 03/19 - 08/06 - OUT at the Globe
• 07/19 - IMAX En Espanol: Sea Monsters
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Positively Passionate: Arts and Culture in San Diego

It may surprise you to know that there are over 30 museums in San Diego, and that only one of them is dedicated to surfing. Here's just a brief look at why this city by the beach is earning a reputation as a vibrant, culturally rich and culture-loving destination. With 15 museums and 9 theatres and performing arts centers, Balboa Park is San Diego's cultural heart. "The Smithsonian of the West," this beautiful park...

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Family Fun Vacations in San Diego

It’s time to pack up the car or book your airline flights because San Diego’s white sand beaches, amazing attractions, and sunny weather are the perfect ingredients for great family vacations. Kids will love the great San Diego attractions, beaches, and many other exciting activities. Parents will enjoy San Diego’s thriving downtown, great shopping, golf, and some spectacular new hotels. Don’t delay, book...

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Major Events in San Diego

San Diego is packed with exciting events throughout the year. To help you plan your trip to San Diego around one of our signature events, a brief summary is below: Restaurant Week – January San Diego is getting national press as an exciting new dining destination. For a week in January each year, the city's finest chefs prepare amazing menus designed to give food lovers an opportunity to explore the region’s...

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What's New

The Museum of Photographic Arts (MoPA) will display Picturing the Process: Exploring the Art and Science of Photography (February 7 – July 25, 2009). With over 40 works of art the exhibition will examine the relationship of art and science in the history of photography by showcasing a variety of innovative photographic techniques and hands-on gallery activities. For more information, call 619-238-7559, or visit www.mopa.org.