Experience A Taste Of Japan Through Summer Camps at Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum!
Japanese Friendship Garden 2215 Pan American Road. E, , San Diego
Kids in Grades 1-8 are invited to Summer Camp at the Japanese Friendship Garden an Museum in Balboa Park! Grades 1 & 2 are set for June 24-28; Grades 3-5 run June 24-28 and Grades 6-8 will have camp July 8-12. Sessions are half-days and topics include Calligraphy, Taiko (art of Japanese drumming), Koto (Japanese harp), Ikebana (create a work of art using flowers, leaves and branches), Yukata Dressing (sometimes described as yukata kimono, a type of summer kimono) and more. Registration for each grade level group is first come first serve. View the schedule and here.
Soar Into Summer at the San Diego Air & Space Museum’s Weekly Camps!
San Diego Air & Space Museum 2001 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA
Soar into summer with hands-on fun at at the San Diego Air & Space Museum’s In-Person Camps running weekly from June 10-Aug. 2, 2024. Future aviators or astronauts in grades 1 through 12 can participate in hands-on activities such as building rockets, constructing spacesuits and trying out flight simulators. View detailed camp descriptions and dates here. Registration begins March 4, 2024. The museum is open from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Enjoy $4 off regular adult admission here: San Diego Air & Space Coupon
Halloween Fun at the Balboa Park Carousel!
Join Balboa Park Carousel for a spooktacular Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 26th from 11 AM to 5:30 PM. FREE Rides and Candy for Kids in Costume! 🍭 Don't miss out on this ghoulishly good time!
Experience the Magic of the Balboa Park Carousel!
Balboa Park Carousel 1889 Zoo 92101, San Diego, CA
Step back in time with a ride on the beloved Balboa Park Carousel! Built in 1910 and lovingly maintained for generations, this San Diego treasure offers a unique journey through history. From beautifully hand-carved animals to the enchanting sounds of its vintage band organ, every detail brings a sense of wonder and nostalgia. Families will love the thrill of grabbing the famous brass ring — a timeless tradition where catching it means a free ride! Whether it’s your first visit or a cherished tradition, the Balboa Park Carousel is perfect for creating memories together. 🎠 Come ride, laugh, and celebrate...
Treat Mom To Tea & Tranquility at Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum!
Japanese Friendship Garden 2215 Pan American Road. E, , San Diego
Your mom would love a membership to the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum to enjoy its koi ponds, windy pathways and tranquil spots all year long. There's always something special going on with an Introduction to Japanese Tea at 10 a.m. (register here) and a musical Onyoku Session at 1 p.m.
Come Japanese Friendship Garden on Setsubun where they’ll banish the evil and welcome Spring with good fortune!
This event will take place inside the garden’s gates. They invite guests to make special oni masks, as well as participate in the Mamemaki, or bean tossing event. Special Masu cups filled with Roasted Soybeans for the event will be available for at JFGM’s Performance Area located inside the Inamori Pavilion. Guests can also enjoy performances, demonstrations, crafts, and food. Come join us for an exciting event! 11:00am- San Diego Sanshin / Hula / Eisa Team 12:00PM- Honu Sumo 1:00PM- Kamishibai 2:00PM- San Diego ShishiMai Kai (Japanese Lion Dance) 3:00pm- Mamemaki and San Diego Taiko https://youtu.be/mhYYubqCEf8
The Nat Celebrates 150 Years with a Gift to Nature Lovers: New Trail Opens Summer 2024!
San Diego Natural History Museum 1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA
San Diego—The Nat’s anniversary year kicked off last Friday with the official groundbreaking of a new, native plant garden—Nature Trail at The Nat. This project is a cornerstone of the Museum’s sesquicentennial—150 years of studying, protecting, and bringing people closer to nature. The 22,000-square-foot outdoor exhibit, scheduled to open in early summer, will introduce visitors to the beautiful and beneficial native plants that support the incredible diversity of life in our region. “The garden will be a gift to the community that has supported us for almost 150 years, and it also marks our 150 years of commitment to nature...
Learning is fun at Fleet Science Center for the five and under crowd at Kid City!
Fleet Science Center 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA
Kid City is the perfect place for children aged five and under to learn and develop in a fun and engaging environment. Our play areas and activities are designed to promote social, physical, and cognitive development, with highlights including the Ball Wall, Air Blower, Little Learners Lab, Fire Truck and Supermarket play area. Bring your little ones to experience the fun and learning at Kid City, where they can engage in interactive stations and explore the world around them in a stimulating environment. Click here to learn more!