Members’ Preview: Art Alive 2026

Members’ Preview: Art Alive 2026

Free
Fri, Apr 24, 2026 • 8:00 AM—12:00 PM

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Arts & Culture

Friday, April 24 8:00 a.m.–noon   Member Benefit Enjoy early access to Art Alive Vote for your favorite works from the Art Alive Floral Exhibition Members get early access! Art Alive returns with a stunning array of colorful floral interpretations this April 24–April 26. Talented floral designers will fill the galleries with fragrant arrangements inspired by the Museum collection, offering a brilliantly colored backdrop for a weekend of beloved traditions and art-inspired activities. Enjoy early access to see nearly 100 spectacular floral arrangements interpreting works of art throughout the Museum; appreciate a festive large-scale floral installation by 2026 Rotunda Designer Kelsea Olivia, Founder & Creative Director of East Olivia; and enjoy special art installations only on view during Art Alive. During the Members’ Preview, members get to vote for their favorite interpretations in the Art Alive Floral Exhibition to select the three Members’ Choice winners. Member Tickets on Sale on January 2o at 10:00 a.m. PT! Reserve Art Alive Members’ Preview Timed Tickets   Members receive complimentary access to Art Alive. Individual members can reserve one timed ticket for Art Alive; all other members may reserve two timed tickets. Members can attend the Art Alive floral exhibition each event day, but must reserve a timed ticket for each day. Timed tickets are required; pre-registration is strongly encouraged. There will be a limited number of tickets available at the door on a first come, first serve basis. Please note, children 14 and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian (age 18 years or older) at all times. Because Art Alive is our signature fundraiser and a special ticketed event, member guest passes, Balboa Park Explorer Passes, Go Cards, reciprocal benefits, and other discounted general admission tickets are not accepted during Art Alive weekend. Learn more about the event in our Art Alive FAQs. Members, please create an account or log in to the Member Portal to reserve your tickets. Instructions for creating an account and troubleshooting tips can be found here. All members will need to create a new account if they have not done so since May 2023. Not yet a member? Join today.

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San Diego Museum of Art

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