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There's always something new in Balboa Park! The range of exhibitions, performances, events, films, dance, dining and horticulture is extraordinary. Your most difficult decision during your visit to the Park could be deciding what to do.

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25 Fun and Affordable Things to Do This Summer Jun 24, 08 thru Aug 24, 08
Take a Vacation in Your Own Backyard This Summer!   Are skyrocketing gas and food prices taking a big bite out of this year’s ... More
International Summer Organ Festival Jun 16, 08 thru Aug 25, 08
The International Summer Organ Festival opens June 16—celebrating 21 years of glorious organ music under the stars in Balboa Park.  ... More
Twilight in the Park Summer Concert Series Jun 17, 08 thru Aug 28, 08
Summertime music returns to Balboa Park  as Twilight in the Park kicks-off the free 33-concert series. Twilight’s live music under ... More
Balboa Park Study Apr 23, 08 thru Sep 30, 08
  The Soul of San Diego: Keeping Balboa Park Magnificent in its Second Century   Please join the Balboa Park Committee at ... More
STAR TREK: THE EXHIBITION Jun 21, 08 thru Jan 4, 09
Opening for a limited engagement at the San Diego Air and Space Museum in Balboa Park, this 12,500 square foot touring exhibition contains the ... More
Gods & Gold: Ancient Treasures from Mexico to Peru May 24, 08 thru Jan 15, 09
Uncover centuries of Latin America’s mysterious ancient past with a stunning collection of Mexican, Central American, and South ... More
Balboa Park Summer Camps Jun 23, 08 thru Aug 29, 08
One-of-a-kind classes and camps in beautiful Balboa Park for children, teens and ... More
Forms in Wood and Fiber Jun 8, 08 thru Jan 4, 09

Perspectives on traditional forms and cutting-edge contemporary expressions will be included in works of superior design and craftsmanship.

Into the Woods Jul 10, 08 thru Jul 27, 08

Famous fairy tale characters must deal with what happens AFTER "happily ever after".

Tea X 40 - San Diego Potter's Guild Jul 1, 08 thru Jul 31, 08
A portion of the proceeds from this special event (plus all proceeds from the sale of dessert plates donated by Guild members) will be donated ... More
Art Camp at the San Diego Art Institute Jul 7, 08 thru Aug 1, 08
The hands on full day workshops provide students the opportunity to let their artistic expression flow through painting, drawing, comic ... More
Enraptured: Works by Mitch Dobrowner May 17, 08 thru Aug 3, 08
Mitch Dobrowner, a masterful black-and-white, fine-art photographer, captures otherworldly images of the Earth’s landscape. From infrared ... More
The Pleasure of His Company Jul 12, 08 thru Aug 10, 08
Sophisticated comedy features the San Francisco débutante planning her nuptials, and her debonair international playboy father who ... More
Japanese American Historical Exhibit - Internment Camps Jun 2, 08 thru Aug 31, 08
A historic collection of photographs, artifacts, and first-hand accounts from survivors of the Japanese-American Internment Camps during World ... More
Nighttime Zoo - Fiesta at the San Diego Zoo. Jun 28, 08 thru Sep 1, 08
The San Diego Zoo bursts with excitement each summer evening with special shows, activities, crafts, and up-close animal encounters. This ... More
Strange Matter Feb 9, 08 thru Sep 2, 08
Hands-on exhibition delves into the world of materials science, or the study of 'stuff'. A dynamic blend of physics, chemistry, and ... More
GRAND CANYON ADVENTURE - ONGOING FILM Mar 14, 08 thru Sep 3, 08
If you are like most people, you probably aren't aware that the mighty Colorado River has become so depleted from overuse, damming, and drought, ... More
MUMMIES: Secrets of the Pharaohs--ONGOING FILM May 23, 08 thru Sep 3, 08
The story of one of the greatest archaeological finds in modern history: the late 19th century discovery of a cache of 40 royal ... More
SEA MONSTERS: A Preshistoric Adventure Oct 5, 07 thru Sep 3, 08
Sea Monsters transports audiences back to the Late Cretaceous, when a great inland ocean divided North America in two.  With National ... More
Humanitas: Images of India by Fredric Roberts May 3, 08 thru Sep 7, 08
Exhibition pictures people as they go about their lives - both daily living and quiet moments. The images are primarily portraits but also ... More
FLESH: Portraits by Gary Schneider Apr 27, 08 thru Sep 14, 08
South African artist Gary Schneider explores identity, photography, science, art and technology. From his "John in Sixteen Parts", a ... More
Motocross America: The Early Years Apr 1, 08 thru Sep 25, 08
Over the past decade extreme sports have infiltrated the mainstream with X Games superstars like Shaun White, Dave Mirra, and Travis Pastrana ... More
2008 Shakespeare Festival Jun 14, 08 thru Sep 28, 08
Romantic comedies, dramadies, and tragic love stories that explore relationships in all their complexity fill the multiplex each year, many ... More
Georgia O'Keeffe and the Women of the Stieglitz Circle May 24, 08 thru Sep 28, 08
Before there were Burns and Allen, Fred and Ginger, and Brangelina, there was the powerhouse artistic duo of O'Keeffe and Stieglitz. ... More
Nick Aguilar - Outstanding San Diego Veteran Apr 1, 08 thru Sep 30, 08
New rotating exhibition showcases the lives and careers of individuals who have made remarkable contributions to the greater San Diego ... More
The Hall of Heroes: American Jewish Recipients of the Medal of Honor Jul 1, 08 thru Sep 30, 08
Exhibit pays homage to the Jewish-American veterans who have received the Congressional Medal of Honor - the highest award for military ... More
Hungarian Folk Magic -- The Art of Joseph Domjan Mar 2, 08 thru Oct 12, 08
The first major West Coast presentation of Joseph Domjan's work. A master of woodblock printmaking who drew many of his lavishly portrayed ... More
Shona: Spirits in Stone--Art and Animals of Africa Jul 11, 08 thru Oct 12, 08
Exhibition features sculpture of internationally acclaimed Zimbabwean Shona stone sculptors, as well as masks, jewelry, and baskets. Shona ... More
People, Prints & Politics: China 1920-1980 Woodblock Prints of Xian Rang Yang Mar 7, 08 thru Oct 20, 08
Exhibition features works by the distinguished Chinese artist and scholar Yang Xianrang. Prof. Yang implemented the Chinese art of woodblock ... More
Aerial Portraits of the American West: Photography by John Shelton May 11, 08 thru Nov 2, 08
The black-and-white retrospective photography exhibition marks the first time works by the well-known geologist, John Shelton, will be exhibited ... More
Eleanor Antin: Historical Takes Jul 19, 08 thru Nov 2, 08
Organized by SDMA, this solo exhibition features works by the celebrated feminist artist Eleanor Antin, known for her works at the intersection ... More
San Diego Military Communicators Nov 15, 06 thru Nov 11, 08
The history of military communications from the World War II era to the present.
Water: H2O=Life Jul 19, 08 thru Nov 30, 08
Water, the essential ingredient in our life, culture, history and future, will be celebrated and explored in this captivating new exhibition. ... More
Dressing a City: Selected Styles from Marston's Department Store, 1878-1961 Nov 15, 07 thru Dec 17, 08
A selection of pieces from the San Diego Historical Society's Costume and Textile Collection showcases clothing and replica ... More
Connecting the Past to the Future: 80 Years of the San Diego Historical Society May 21, 08 thru Dec 31, 08
Survey the history of the region’s oldest historical society.
Measured Time : MoPA at 25 Jan 19, 08 thru Jan 4, 09
Beginning in January 2009, which marks MoPA's 25th anniversary, the 44-foot long Atrium wall will hold a timeline exhibition reflecting the ... More
Gangsters, Glamour, and Glory: Forging America's Future in the 1930s - ONGOING exhibition Feb 2, 08 thru Jan 15, 09
A period exhibit featuring historical items highlighting the exciting 1930s. Featured are the GEE BEE racer airplane, personal belongings from ... More
Picturing the Process: Landscape Through Time and Space Jul 12, 08 thru Feb 1, 09
An evolution of the landscape from the pre-photographic era to the invention of photography and into contemporary times.
100 Years of Art in San Diego: A Retrospective Nov 30, 07 thru Mar 22, 09
Renowned works of artists including Charles Fries, Alfred Mitchell and Edith White. To complement these pioneering masters the exhibition also ... More
India Adorned Jul 12, 08 thru Apr 19, 09
Selections from Mingei International Museum's Stephen Huyler Collection feature works that are used in the daily routine of a typical Indian ... More
Beyond Reasonable Drought: Water and Culture in a Changing Climate Jul 11, 08 thru May 4, 09
Exhibition explores the long-term interaction of culture and climate, focusing on human adaptation and water from prehistoric to present times. ... More
Tinkering Jun 21, 08 thru Jun 7, 09
From Thomas Edison to Steve Jobs, inventors throughout history have understood that tinkering – focused activity with the right materials ... More
Balboa Park Audio Walking Tour Jul 11, 06 thru May 31, 10
A fascinating one-and-one-half-hour tour of Balboa Park can be rented at the Balboa Park Visitors Center, located in the House of ... More
50th Anniversary of Space Race - Ongoing Jan 1, 08
Exhibition commemorates the Soviet/United States space race that began in October 1957.
A Different Life: Finding Our Future in San Diego Mar 27, 08
A new youth exhibit features a group of Crawford High School females, all recent Somali immigrants, who share their changes and experience since ... More
Alex Smith/Reggie Bush Jersey Exhibit - Ongoing Jul 1, 06
One of the Hall of Champions  most unique exhibits features autographed high school jerseys of Alex Smith and Reggie Bush. Picked as ... More
Building an Early Identity: One Place Many Cultures -- Place of Promise: Stories of San Diego Phase 2 - Ongoing Exhibition Jul 19, 07
Numerous artifacts from the San Diego Historical Society's vast collection, many never before on public display, become education tools in phase ... More
Fossil Mysteries - Ongoing Exhibition Jan 1, 07
Discover the rich fossil history of the San Diego region while exploring themes of evolution, extinction, ecology, and Earth processes. ... More
Kid City - Ongoing Exhibition Jan 1, 06
From conveyer belts and cranes to air chutes and grocery stores, the younger set (infants through age five) work, create, play, and learn about ... More
La Jolla Cove Swim Club - Ongoing Exhibition Jan 4, 07
Exhibit dedicated to the small area of beach tucked between adjacent sandstone cliffs and recognizes milestones in the sport of open ocean ... More
Ocean Oasis - Ongoing Film Mar 1, 08
Journey into the seas and deserts of Mexico-from the Sea of Cortés to the Baja California tropical desert shores. Whales, dolphins, ... More
Origami featuring Noah's Ark Apr 1, 08
Origami (derived from "ori" meaning "to fold", and "kami", meaning "paper") is the ancient Japanese art ... More
Origins in Space: Spin-Offs in Science and Technology - ONGOING EXHIBITION Jul 1, 07
Scientific accomplishments and technological spin-offs that have resulted from NASA missions. "ViewSpace" displays NASA's latest space ... More
Over the Line - Ongoing Exhibition Jul 1, 06
Exhibit features a  time line wall,  photos, memorabilia and history of this unique summer tradition  that attracts ... More
Place of Promise: Stories of San Diego - Ongoing Exhibition Jul 21, 06
New interactive map with corresponding hands-on activities for families. Explore how the diverse and evolving landscape influences our ... More
Rocky Balboa: A New Sculpture by A. Thomas Schomberg - Ongoing Exhibition Jan 4, 07
Bronze sculpture of the cinematic boxer stands more than twelve feet tall and weighs more than 1,400 pounds.
San Diego Thoroughbred Horse Racing - Ongoing Exhibition Jul 1, 06
Relive the excitement of the glory days of Del Mar and Caliente and view the impressive track record of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Klein. The Klein ... More
So WATT! An Illuminating Look at Energy - Ongoing Exhibition Sep 15, 07
Explore some of the ways electricity is generated and learn more about the unique way the Fleet Science Center is on the cutting edge of ... More
The Heisman Trophy - Ongoing Exhibition Jul 1, 06
The Heisman Memorial Trophy Award named after former college football player and coach John W. Heisman is considered the most prestigious award ... More
UDT - SEAL: US Navy Frogmen and Seal Operations - Ongoing Exhibition May 2, 06

New permanent exhibit highlights Nave SEAL operations, past and present

Women of Flight: Aerobatics -Ongoing Exhibition May 24, 07
Exhibition corresponds with the 75th anniversary of Amelia Earhart's solo flight across the Atlantic, and features historic and contemporary ... More
Art in the Garden Jul 21, 08 thru Jul 25, 08
Instructor Todd Schmid helps guide students artistically interpret the botanical bounty on Zoo ground. For beginning, intermediate or advanced ... More
Summer Camp at the Model Railroad Museum Jun 23, 08 thru Jul 25, 08
            Learn about the wonderful world of railroading. Take ... More
Puppet Show - Big Foot the Musical Jul 23, 08 thru Jul 27, 08
Ready for Yeti?
Summer Camp at Spanish Village - Studio 30 Jul 7, 08 thru Aug 1, 08
Afternoon Art–Studio 30        Experience art in several different mediums, including Chinese Brush painting, ... More
MoPA/Grossmont Community College Summer Workshop Series Jul 10, 08 thru Aug 2, 08
Provides adults the opportunity to work with local and nationally known photographers/educators. The three-day workshops include an evening ... More
Insights Seminars for Summer Productions Jul 14, 08 thru Aug 4, 08
A great opportunity to get closer to the arts with actors, designers and directors. Artists from all phases on the production process meet with ... More
Summer Camp at MoPA Jul 21, 08 thru Aug 8, 08
Photography and digital filmmaking camps for all ages. This year high school students will have the opportunity to enroll in either beginning or ... More
Summer Camp at the Japanese Friendship Garden Jul 14, 08 thru Aug 8, 08
Experience Japanese culture with fun activities, including crafts, games, language, food, and kimono dressing. July 14-18, grades 1-4; July ... More
Summer Camp - Full Day and Half Day - San Diego Zoo Jul 7, 08 thru Aug 15, 08
Want adventure in your child’s summer? The San Diego Zoo offers week-long programs for grades Pre-K through grade 12. Camps include ... More
Summer Camp - Full Day Classes - San Diego Civic Dance/Park and Recreation Jul 14, 08 thru Aug 15, 08
Beginning to advanced level full-day classes in tap, jazz and ballet. Specialty classes include modern, Hawaiian, folklorico, musical theater, ... More
Post Show Forums Jul 9, 08 thru Aug 19, 08
Join us after the show for an informal and enlightening question-and-answer session with case member who will share with you the "inside ... More
Summer Camp - Full Day Classes - Junior Theatre Jun 23, 08 thru Aug 22, 08
Spend the day in Balboa Park developing your acting, dance, music and performance skills. Camps for beginning through advanced students. June ... More
Summer Camp - Full Day Classes - Museum of Art Jul 7, 08 thru Aug 22, 08
Spend a week at the San Diego Museum of Art drawing, painting, sculpting, taking photos, and more in a wide variety of thematic summer camps. ... More
Summer Camp - Full Day Classes - San Diego Civic Youth Ballet Jun 30, 08 thru Aug 22, 08
Summer Intensive camps for ages 4-19.  Camps include technique classes, arts activities, and field trips Performance opportunities are ... More
Summer Camp at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center Jul 7, 08 thru Aug 22, 08
Fun, educational, and hands-on half-day camps. Themes include forensics, the human body, robotics, astronaut camp, astronomy, and chemistry. ... More
Aerosummer Classes at the San Diego Air and Space Museum Jun 21, 08 thru Aug 29, 08
Enjoy a summer of fun-filled programs. Exciting hands-on activities such as building and launching hot air balloons, airplanes, and rockets ... More
Summer Camp at Spanish Village - Studio 6 Jul 14, 08 thru Aug 29, 08
Morning Art–Studio 6–             Discover clay sculpture and use a ... More
Summer Camp at the Mountain Lake Chess Camp Jun 23, 08 thru Aug 29, 08
Socratic style seminars for all levels¾chess tournaments, lightning and bughouse games, and team play on a life-sized chess set. June ... More
Summer Camp at the Museum of Man Jun 30, 08 thru Aug 29, 08
Camps include Mysteries of Egypt; Monkeyin’ Around; Kumeyaay; Ice Age; Ancient Civilizations; and Back to the Future through Art. ... More
Summer Camp at the Natural History Museum Jun 16, 08 thru Aug 29, 08
Explore nature with cool summer camps. Meet giant dinosaurs face-to-face, dig for fossils, dissect a fish, touch a live snake, build your own ... More
Gallery 21 Jun 25, 08 thru Sep 1, 08
Shows in Spanish Village's Gallery 21 June 25-July 7 - Michelle Gonzalez Designs July 9- July 21 - The Catnip Connection - all media ... More
Shakespeare in the Garden Talks Jul 11, 08 thru Sep 6, 08
A series of informative pre-show talks conducted by a dynamic and diverse roster of San Diego academics, actors and directors. Speakers offer ... More
...Beyond the Pilot's Seat - Ongoing Exhibition Jan 1, 08
Interactive exhibit features a Boeing 737 cabin, a reproduced air traffic control tower, and more.
Adult Art Classes - Ongoing Jan 1, 08

Adult art classes. 5-8 week sessions.

Studio art and art history classes are offered. Contact museum for dates and details.

Apollo 9 Has Landed - Ongoing Exhibition Jan 1, 08
One of only two Apollo Command Module flown in space on display west of the Rocky Mountains. The spacecraft, nicknamed ... More
Backstage Tours - Ongoing Jan 1, 08
Go behind the scenes at the Old Globe Theatre: performance spaces, history, shows and craft areas. Public tours are offered most Saturdays and ... More
Changing San Diego: Student Exploration Center - Ongoing Jan 1, 08
History of San Diego’s indigenous people and early settlers featuring artifacts from the Kumeyaay, photographs, and tools of early San ... More
Fit for Life - Ongoing Jan 1, 08
Interval-based cardio class incorporates kicks, punches, and drills - increasing strength, balance, self-defense and flexibility. Also includes ... More
Nature, Mommy and Me - Ongoing On the Second Thursday of each Month
An imaginative journey into nature through books, exhibitions, and story-time. Open to all ages with parents (suggested age is 1-5). 11:00am
ONGOING Classes - Ongoing Art Classes in Various Mediums Jun 2, 08
Ongoing classes in various mediums. Contact individual artists.
Piper Cub Simulator - Ongoing Jan 1, 06
Experience what it feels like to fly aboard the Piper Cub. With the help of Microsoft’s Flight Simulator 2004®, visitors can take the ... More
RQ-1 Predator - Ongoing Jan 1, 06
Exhibit showcases one of the most advanced unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) in the world, and only one of three on display in a museum.
San Diego's Fencing History - Ongoing Jan 1, 06
Learn the history of this adapted French art of the duel, study modern techniques, and discover where to get involved locally.
San Diego's Former POWs: Memories of a Troubled Past - Ongoing Exhibition Jan 1, 06
Permanent display honors the San Diego Chapter, America Ex-Prisoners of War. Collections of memorabilia, artifacts and photographs document the ... More
The Hornet's Nest - Ongoing Exhibition Jan 1, 06
Lincoln High School’s proud athletic tradition––including producing two Super Bowl MVPs and the city’s first basketball ... More
Thursday Drumming and Dance Classes -- West African Drumming and Taiko Drumming and Techniques Every Thursday
West African Drumming -- Experience the power of the universal language of the heart - Djembe drumming with Senegalese Master Ibrahima Ba. ... More
Art Mart - Ongoing Event Jan 1, 06
See works by some of San Diego's local artists on the Federal Building lawn. 2nd and 4th Saturday and Sunday of the month. Art Mart ... More
Balboa Park Folk Dancers - Ongoing classes Jan 1, 06

Performance groups and classes. Recital Hall

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Cabrillo International Folk Dancers - Ongoing classes Jan 1, 06
Meets at Balboa Park Club
Highland Dancing - ongoing classes Jan 1, 06

Classes and performing.

Casa del Prado

International Dance Association (referral source for dance groups) Jan 1, 06
Junior Friends of Balboa Park Program Jan 1, 06
Earn a Junior Friends of Balboa Park Patch by experiencing the wonders of Balboa Park. Program requirements: Must be a nonprofit organized ... More
Kayso Folk Dancers - ongoing classes Jan 1, 06
Meets at Casa del Prado
Park and Recreation Department Dance Classes Jan 1, 06
Founded in 1942, the Dance Activities Program of the San Diego Park and Recreation Department has introduced hundreds of thousands of children ... More
Royal Scottish Dance Society Jan 1, 06
San Diego Lindy Hop Society Jan 1, 06
San Diego Square Dance Assoc. Jan 1, 06
Balboa Park Club