A sewing meetup, organ concerts and the unveiling of Artivism puppets: plan your San Diego weekend fun Aug. 1-4
From unwinding with healing sounds to dancing at the Central library, San Diego has a lot to offer this weekend.
Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey
From swing dancing under the stars to using art as activism in the park, this weekend offers a wide range of free and low-cost events across San Diego.
Whether you're looking to relax, create or shop from local vendors, here's what's happening Aug. 1 to 4.
Do you know an event we missed? To submit an event for consideration to be added to this list and our community calendar, send us the details in our online form.
Aug. 1
Thee Velvet Underground Market: An evening of art, music, karaoke, vendors, painting, and more, hosted by The Banshee Bar. The event is for those 21 years of age or older. The event from 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 1, to 2 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 2, at 3519 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104
Artivism Celebration: The Mid-City CAN Youth Council's Artivism class of 2025 is unveiling a puppet project during a Parks After Dark event put on by multiple San Diego-based park organizations. RSVP online. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m at Officer Jeremy Henwood Memorial Park, 4455 Wightman St, San Diego, CA 92105
Aug. 2
Mural Installation Event: The Block Club is hosting a mural installation in collaboration with several organizations including Southeast Art Team, Grid Alternatives San Diego, and Raimo Residence. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Aug. 2 and 3 at 6403 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA, 92114
Peace Vigil for Palestine: CODEPINK San Diego, Palestine Pals and other local activism groups host a weekly peace vigil to advocate for peace in Gaza and beyond every Saturday in Ocean Beach. The group invites attendees to wear pink and bring peace-themed posters. For more information, email sandiego@codepink.org. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sunset Cliffs Blvd. and W Point Loma Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107
We All We Got General Meeting: Mutual aid organization We All We Got SD meeting with current and new volunteers to discuss mutual aid and political education. The meeting will be accessible in English and Spanish. 1 p.m. at Azalea Park, 4036 Pepper Dr, San Diego, CA 92105
Sound Meets Soul: The Block Club is hosting an event to help community members unwind and de-stress. Sound Meets Soul offers a space with healing frequencies that The Block Club says reduce anxiety, improve sleep and promote deep relaxation. Attendees should bring yoga mats, blankets, pillows and water. The event is free. 6 p.m. at 6403 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA, 92114
Aug. 3
SD Needlecraft Brew Crew Meeting: The SD Needlecraft Brew Crew is a group of sewers, embroiderers and other needleworkers that meet at different breweries to show off their creations or chat all things needlecraft. 2 p.m. at The Gärten, 5322 Banks St, San Diego, CA 92110
Aug. 4
Swing Dance Under the Dome: The San Diego Central Library is offering a free swing dance lesson followed by open social dancing under the dome on the rooftop. 6 to 7:45 p.m., Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101
Spreckels Organ Summer Festival: Visit the Spreckels Organ Pavilion in Balboa Park to enjoy a free, weekly organ concert each Monday until Sept. 1. This week, soprano Alisa Jordheim and organist Raul Prieto Ramirez perform a selection of music including German Lieder songs such as“Die Mainacht Op.9, No.6” by Fanny Mendelssohn, and musical theater classics like “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” from “The Wizard of Oz.” 7:30-9 p.m., 2125 Pan American E Rd, San Diego, CA 92101
