Classes & Workshops in San Diego, CA

Learn something new in San Diego, CA. Art classes, cooking workshops, fitness programs, and educational events.

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Teen Sewing Class

Tue, Jun 30, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · La Mesa Library · 8074 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA · Ages 10–17

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine and sew your own tote bag. Open to 6th-12th graders. Advanced registration required and begins on June 9 at 4:00 pm.

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Intro to the Pottery Wheel: Ceramics Workshop (Adults, Teens, Kids 8+)

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 25, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · The New Children’s Museum · 200 W Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

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Bloom Bash

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 25, 2:00 AM–6:30 AM UTC · San Diego Museum of Art · 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101, Unknown, CA

The Museum blooms, the garden glows, and the plaza sparkles with joie de vivre! Bloom Bash is the radiant late-night fête that kicks off the Art Alive weekend, dazzling with the bohemian glamour of Toulouse-Lautrec’s Paris and the electric spirit of the Moulin Rouge. A celebration where art, music,.

Spring Fling Opera Concert

In 4 days · Fri, Apr 24, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Coronado Public Library · 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA

Opera À la Carte San Diego presents Spring Fling, a joyful concert celebrating the beauty, renewal, and romance of the spring season. This lively program features a delightful mix of opera arias, art songs, musical theatre selections, and sparkling duets and ensembles inspired by springtime,...

The Art of Stillness: 1 Day Art Workshop

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 25, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Institute of Contemporary Art Central · 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101, Unknown, CA

Engage in a calming meditative painting practice where repetitive lines and patterns, soothing theta frequency music guide you toward stillness, grounding and an alpha state of mind. You will work with photo inks, water colors and various types of colored pens and pencils. The process is designed...

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Robot Go Kart Workshop

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 25, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Bonita-Sunnyside Library · 4375 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA · Ages 7–11

It’s time for some intense kart racing action! First, build your kart. Then, build your course. And then… RACE! Geared to ages 7-11

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Argentine Tango Class

Tue, Jun 30, 2:30 AM–4:00 AM UTC · Centro Cultural de la Raza · 2004 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, Unknown, CA

All levels, all ages class taught by Eduardo Santana every Monday. There is a fee of $20 per class. If you would like to attend a class, wear shoes that allow for pivoting.

Garden Party Social & Wellness Club – Tote Bag Decorating

In 4 weeks · Sat, May 16, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum · 2215 Pan American Road East, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

Date: Saturday, May 16 Time: 10:30am-11:30am Location: Lower Garden (email with instructions will be sent the week of the workshop) Workshop Registration: JFGM Member $45| Non-member $65 register here Join us in May to decorate your own tote bag with paints! This workshop will be held outdoors in...

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Coffee and Coversations

In 4 days · Fri, Apr 24, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Mingei International Museum · 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92102, Unknown, CA

Join us for a morning conversation as we welcome Meher McArthur for her book talk, A Japanese Art Journey: A Curator’s Memoir of Polka Dot Pumpkins, Paper Dolls and Woodblock Prints, published by Tuttle Books. A longtime curator, author, and advocate for Asian art, Meher has a special connection to.

Junior Rangers

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 25, 4:00 PM UTC · San Elijo SB · Encinitas, CA

Junior Rangers Time : 9 - 10 am Location : Campfire Arena (south end of campground) Ages : 7-12 What to bring : a parent or guardian, drinking water, walking shoes, sun protection, Junior Ranger logbook, and a positive attitude! What we’ll do : Meet a State Park Interpreter for hands on...

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Rose Week Craft: Crepe Paper Bouquets

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 25, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Del Mar Library · 1309 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA · Ages 14+

In celebration of Rose Week at Del Mar Library with the Del Mar Rose Society, make crepe paper flowers! Ages 14 and older. Registration required; class size limited to 20 people. This class is made possible with the generous support of the Friends of the Del Mar Library.

Best of the Best Book Club: "Every Living Thing" by Jason Roberts

In 2 days · Wed, Apr 22, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Coronado Public Library · 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA

The Coronado Public Library's Best of the Best Book Club meets regularly on the 4th Wednesday of each month to discuss books that have won major awards. For our April meeting, we will discuss the 2025 Pulitzer Prize winner Every Little Thing by Jason Roberts, an epic and extraordinary account of...

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Art Mart

Sat, Jul 18, 5:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Park Boulevard and Presidents Way Lawn · Balboa Park Boulevard and Presidents Way Lawn Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA, San Diego, CA

SDCAMA art shows display the living art of today; you can hold it in your hands and take it into your life. Many of our artist members are full time professionals that have been plying their trade for decades, have won competitions throughout the U.S., and are world renowned. Other members only...

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Forging a Legacy: 15 Years of Landmark Acquisitions

In 4 weeks · May 16 – Sep 8 · San Diego Museum of Art · 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101, Unknown, CA

This exhibition marks the centennial of The San Diego Museum of Art, celebrating a select few of the many thousands of important works of art added to the collection in its recent history. Since the Museum first opened its doors to the public in 1926 as the Fine Arts Gallery of San Diego, it has...

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Patrick Watson | Uh Oh Tour

In 2 days · Thu, Apr 23, 2:00 AM UTC · Epstein Family Amphitheater · 9480 Innovation Lane, San Diego, CA · Ages 18+

Patrick Watson composes, performs, and records his albums with his long-time bandmate and collaborator and multi-instrumentalists Mishka Stein and Olivier Fairfield. The Canadian artist reached gold and platinum status in over multiple countries (including five certified gold albums in Canada), and.

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Rose Week Craft: Make Resin Floral Bookmarks

In 2 days · Wed, Apr 22, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Del Mar Library · 1309 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA · Ages 14+

In celebration of Rose Week at Del Mar Library with the Del Mar Rose Society, make resin floral bookmarks with Toshwerks! Ages 14 and older. Registration required; class size limited to 20 people. This class is made possible with the generous support of the Friends of the Del Mar Library.

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Crocheting Workshop

Fri, Jun 5, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · 4S Ranch Library · 10433 Reserve Drive, San Diego, CA

The first Friday of each month! Calling all Teens! Are you feeling crafty? Come join us the first Friday of the month for a crochet workshop where we offer the absolute basic skills in crocheting. Learn the basics, so that you may branch out!

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Juneteenth Celebration

Sat, Jun 20, 6:00 PM–1:30 AM UTC · San Diego History Center · 1649 El Prado, Suite #3, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

San Diego History Center is proud to take part in the Cooper Family Foundation’s Juneteenth Celebration on June 20 in Memorial Park. Stop by our table to explore local history, find out how to contribute to our collections, discover upcoming exhibitions, and enjoy a fun children’s craft inspired by.

Exhale to Create: 1 Day Art Workshop

In 1 week · Sat, May 2, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Institute of Contemporary Art Central · 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101, Unknown, CA

Engage in a unique meditative art practice where each exhale takes you closer to beautiful art forms and a calmer mind. You will work with photo inks, water colors and various types of colored pens and pencils. The process is designed to slow down your heartbeat, and feel the gentle rhythm of your..

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Great Room Escape

Great Room Escape · 9340 Dowdy Dr #102, San Diego, CA 92126, San Diego, CA

Escape room Art Heist by Great Room Escape San Diego in San Diego on worldofescapes.com. Description, photos, reviews, contacts, schedule and online booking. Groups of 2-10 players.

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Comic-Con International

Comic-Con International · San Diego Convention Center, 111 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, San Diego, CA

Comic-Con is dedicated to creating the general public’s awareness of and appreciation for comics and related popular art forms.

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Rose Week Craft: TBD Saturday

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 25, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Del Mar Library · 1309 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA · Ages 14+

In celebration of Rose Week at Del Mar Library with the Del Mar Rose Society, make TBD! Ages 14 and older. Registration required; class size limited to 20 people. This class is made possible with the generous support of the Friends of the Del Mar Library.

Shadow Puppetry and Gamelan of Java featuring Woro Mustiko Siwi

In 4 weeks · Sat, May 16, 2:30 AM–4:00 AM UTC · Mingei International Museum · 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92102, Unknown, CA

Audiences will be treated to a rare and captivating performance of wayang kulit, Indonesia’s renowned shadow puppet theater. This ancient art form uses hand-carved leather puppets, accompanied by a traditional gamelan ensemble, to bring to life epic tales from the Ramayana and Mahabharata. In this..

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Let's Speak Spanish

Thu, Jul 9, 12:30 AM–1:45 AM UTC · Encinitas Library · 540 Cornish Drive, Encinitas, CA

This is a Spanish conversation group for intermediate and proficient speakers. We will meet and discuss various topics in Spanish. The group meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month.

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Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass

Jun 27 – Sep 21 · Mingei International Museum · 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92102, Unknown, CA

Explore how Indigenous artists fuse heritage and contemporary glassmaking to illuminate their stories, connection to nature, and cultural traditions. Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass is a first-of-its-kind, groundbreaking exhibition giving broader and overdue recognition to a..