Culture & Cocktails: 1926

Thursday, September 17

6:00–10:00 PM

Culture & Cocktails returns as one of the Museum’s most anticipated celebrations and a signature event of our Centennial year.

Inspired by the electric spirit of the 1920s, the decade in which the Museum was founded, the evening invites guests to step into an era of jazz, glamour, and artistic revolution. The celebration unfolds across the sculpture promenade of the Plaza de Panama and throughout the Museum’s iconic Rotunda, with all galleries open for viewing, creating a seamless indoor–outdoor experience that fully immerses guests in art, architecture, and atmosphere. Raise a glass as we honor our beginnings, celebrate 100 years of creativity, and toast to the vibrant community that continues to shape our future.

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This is a 21+ event. ID required.

Please bring your ID and digital or printed ticket to the event. Proceeds from Culture & Cocktails benefit education, outreach, and art initiatives year-round. Tickets are non-refundable. In the event of Culture & Cocktails cancellation due to inclement weather, all tickets are considered fully deductible charitable donations. Individual members can reserve one ticket; all other members may reserve two tickets. Note: Any tickets purchased or reserved at the member price beyond the member benefit allocation will be canceled and refunded.

The San Diego Museum of Art is a welcoming space. All who share this space are expected to treat others with respect and dignity. Anyone whose conduct is disorderly, harassing, or discriminatory will be asked to leave the event and will not be permitted re-entry.