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NewsKPBS Public MediaAugust 20, 2026San Diego

San Diego weekend arts events include book festival, dance, and music performances

This article lists five featured arts and cultural events occurring in San Diego this weekend. The events range from a book festival and musical theater to cultural dance and punk music performances.

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Why It Matters

Residents have access to various public cultural and entertainment events in San Diego this weekend.

Key Facts

  • The KPBS Book Festival is taking place.
  • The musical 'Family Album' is closing this weekend.
  • The Philippine Cultural Arts Festival is scheduled.
  • A free punk music festival is occurring.
  • The band The Midnight Pine is holding a farewell concert.

Who's Mentioned

locationUniversity of San Diego“Venue for the KPBS Book Festival.”locationKate Sessions Park“Venue for the punk music festival.”locationLa Jolla Playhouse“Venue for the musical 'The Family Album'.”organizationSAMAHAN Arts“Host of the Philippine Cultural Arts Festival (SAMAFEST).”locationMusic Box“Venue for The Midnight Pine performance.”organizationThe Midnight Pine“Local band performing a final reunion show.”organizationKPBS“Organizer of the Book Festival and publisher of the arts calendar.”locationSan Diego“Location of the events”