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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Art Mart

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 25, 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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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.

Bloom Bash

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 25, 2:00 AM–6:59 AM UTC · The San Diego Museum of Art · 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92102, San Diego, CA

Friday, April 24, 2026 7:00 p.m.–midnight Presented by our Title Sponsor 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.

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,...

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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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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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Art Alive Floral Exhibition

In 4 days · Fri, Apr 24, 7:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · The San Diego Museum of Art · 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92102, San Diego, CA · Ages 7–17

April 24–April 26, 2026 Friday, April 24 noon–4:00 p.m. Art Alive brings a stunning array of colorful floral interpretations of art from the Museum collection and a weekend of fun-filled events, large-scale art, and flower installations. The 2026 event draws inspiration from the Museum’s Centennial.

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An Evening with Admiral McRaven

In 1 week · Sat, May 2, 2:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · Coronado Public Library · 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA

Admiral William H. McRaven—retired Four-Star Admiral, former Commander of U.S. Special Operations Forces, and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Make Your Bed—joins the Library, Friends of the Coronado Public Library, and Warwicks books to share insights from his latest collection of speeches..

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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Sewing 102: Tote Bag

Tomorrow · Tue, Apr 21, 11:30 PM–1:30 AM UTC · Fallbrook Library · 124 S. Mission Road, Fallbrook, CA · Ages 9+

Join us for a continuation of the Beginner Sewing 101 class. In this next series, Instructor Hannah Gioutlos will guide you through the process of sewing a tote bag. It is required that students have attended the Beginning Sewing class before attending. This program is designed for students aged 12.

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San Diego Ballet: Impressionism – I Love Paris

Sun, May 24, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · The San Diego Museum of Art · 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92102, San Diego, CA

Friday, May 22, 7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 23, 8:00 p.m. Sunday, May 24, 2:00 p.m. San Diego Museum of Art, James S. Copley Auditorium The San Diego Ballet is in residence with the Museum this season offering a dynamic celebration of art, music, and dance as part of the Museum’s 100th anniversary....

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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.

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

In 1 week · Sat, May 2, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · The New Children’s Museum · 200 W Island Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

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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...

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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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.

Junior Rangers - April 2026

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 25, 4:00 PM UTC · South Carlsbad SB · Carlsbad, CA

Junior Rangers Time : 10 - 11 am Location : Campfire Arena (grey benches next to The Camp Store) 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...

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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.

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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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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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Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art

Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art · 1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA

Museum Exhibit in San Diego, CA

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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.

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Adult Creative Arts Class

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 28, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Valley Center Library · 29200 Cole Grade Road, Valley Center, CA · Ages 18+

Join us each month for a new art workshop. Projects include floral design, watercolor, sculpture, drawing, etc.

Free

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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Books & Art: Found Object Books

In 4 weeks · Tue, May 19, 5:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art · 1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego, CA · Ages 18+

Tuesdays, March 17 and May 19 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. MOPA@SDMA Atrium Join us for a hands-on morning of reflection, storytelling, and creative making inspired by the photography of Graciela Iturbide. Drawing from her poetic images of landscapes, objects, and communities, this workshop invites...

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Writers' Workshop

Sat, Jun 27, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Alpine Library · 1752 Alpine Boulevard, Alpine, CA

The Writers’ Workshop is for all levels, from beginner to seasoned writer. Share your work with the group, get feedback, ask questions, and have fun! All writing styles and genres are welcome, whether you want to write a memoir, develop better editing skills, or start or finish a novel. We utilize..

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3D Printing and Design

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 25, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Bonita-Sunnyside Library · 4375 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA

Come learn how to create your own 3D model using Tinkercad and we will print your design on our Makerbot 3D printing for free!

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Teen Beaded Keychains

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 28, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · La Mesa Library · 8074 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA · Ages 10–17

Create beaded keychains or earrings. This class will be lead by an instructor from the San Diego American Indian Health Center. All materials will be provided. Open to 6th-12th graders only. Snacks provided.