Black and white graphic with large text reading "LIVE!" and smaller text above it stating "San Diego Made".

Join us for a community celebration of local art, music, fashion, and hands-on creativity.

Next Event: Saturday, October 17, from 6–9 PM

San Diego Made Factory, 2031 Commercial St., San Diego, CA 92113

Join us for a night celebrating the artists, makers, creatives, and small businesses that make San Diego Made what it is.

At this FREE event, the Factory will come alive with live art, open studios, performances, music, food, drinks,

creative surprises throughout the space.

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People gathering and socializing in an art gallery with various colorful paintings on white walls, dim warm lighting, and cozy seating.
Children and a woman dressed in traditional Mexican folk dance attire performing a dance in an art gallery with paintings and string lights hanging from the ceiling.
Two women sitting on a black couch, laughing; one is wearing a colorful, knitted, floral-patterned sweater, and the other is dressed in black, covering her mouth with her hand. There is a wooden table with a decorative bowl and a potted plant in fron
A smiling woman with curly hair standing in a clothing store surrounded by racks of clothes and a mirror, with a plant on a wooden table and string lights above.
People painting and sitting in an art gallery with colorful artwork on the walls.
A tattooed man wearing black shorts and boots stands inside a ceramic studio, looking at project tables and shelves with pottery supplies.
A man with long dreadlocks, wearing glasses, a brown hat, and a peach-colored shirt, is standing inside a clothing store holding a plate of food. He is smiling and looking to his left, with other shoppers and clothing racks visible in the background.
Young girl walking on a runway during a fashion show, wearing a yellow crochet top with daisies and fringes, matching floral pants, and sunglasses on her head, with an audience seated on both sides.
A woman walking down a runway in a bright green suit with silver jewelry, surrounded by a seated audience taking photos and watching.
A band performing live on a small stage with a female vocalist, a guitarist, a bassist, and a drummer.
Children dressed in traditional Mexican attire performing a dance indoors, with colorful dresses and sombreros, and artistic paintings on the wall behind them.
Four women standing inside a brightly lit retail store or boutique, with shelves filled with various items and a striped rug on the floor. One woman is pointing towards something with a smile, while the others look on.
A person working on building or repairing a guitar in a workshop, surrounded by tools, supplies, and posters.
A woman with curly hair, sunglasses, and a tie-dye T-shirt with a flower graphic, walks on a runway inside a gallery space. She is wearing colorful patchwork pants with duck designs, white sneakers, and white socks. Several people are seated along th
A model walking on a runway at a fashion show, wearing a white jacket with floral embroidery, white shorts, and white cowboy boots. The model has decorative rhinestones on her face, and the runway is set in an indoor venue with an industrial ceiling
People laughing and having a conversation in a cozy indoor setting, with warm lighting and a lamp in the background.
People smiling and shaking hands at an art gallery or exhibition, with artwork displayed on the walls behind them.
An artist creating a portrait painting of a woman with long, straight hair on a textured wall, illuminated by warm lighting.
An art studio setup with a table holding painting supplies, a towel, and a framed photograph of a woman with long hair. Behind, there is a colorful painting of a woman in a blue shirt holding a cake.
People painting on a vertical canvas in an art gallery, with colorful paintings on the wall behind them. One woman in background is sitting on a yellow chair, drinking from a cup.
Children and a woman drawing abstract lines on a whiteboard, some children holding strings or wires, engaging in a classroom activity.
A woman with long black hair tied in a ponytail, wearing a yellow shirt and matching pants, stands at a table working on a craft or art project. She is in an indoor space with a large colorful mural of a man's face on the wall behind her. The table h
Older man with gray hair and bandana painting a colorful abstract artwork on a large canvas on the floor, surrounded by paint cans and brushes, with green plants in white pots on a white wall behind him.
People socializing in a warmly lit indoor space with high wooden ceilings, colorful abstract paintings, a patterned rug, and a small round table with papers.
Group of people socializing in an art gallery or exhibition space with artwork on white walls, cozy furniture, and dim lighting.
Two women sitting on a couch in a cozy room, engaging in conversation. One woman is dressed casually with a hat and is smiling, while the other woman in a black jacket with a hat is touching her head. A lamp and plants are visible, creating an inviti

THIS MONTH’S CREATIVE EXPERIENCES:

LIVE ART + OPEN STUDIOS

Explore the Factory, watch artists create in real time, and get a peek inside the studios and creative spaces that our artists and makers call home.

SAN DIEGO ARTIST INCUBATOR

We’re excited to collaborate with the City of San Diego’s Artist Incubator program to bring a collection of art, performance, movement, sound, and creative activations to this month’s event.

MUSIC

Get down with a live DJ set from DJ Bootsy Bolaños, bringing the cumbia vibes all night long.

ARTIST MYSTERY BAG WALL FUNDRAISER

Take home a surprise piece of art created by artists from across San Diego through our Artist Mystery Bag Wall.

Proceeds from the Mystery Bag Wall and bar sales will go directly toward helping our Factory tenant Darell of Amoi Candles purchase a new wheelchair. Learn more here!

POKE APPETIZERS

Thanks to Itsrawpoke, every donation made toward Darell’s wheelchair fund will come with complimentary poke appetizers while supplies last.

FOOD BY TRES MARIAS

Come hungry and grab something delicious from Tres Marias throughout the evening.

BAR BY COMPAGNA CREATIVA

Grab a drink from Compagna Creativa, with a portion of bar proceeds supporting Darell’s wheelchair fund.

COMMUNITY

Most importantly, come spend the evening with the people who make San Diego Made special: our artists, makers, tenants, friends, and community.

SAN DIEGO ARTIST INCUBATOR

We’re excited to collaborate with the City of San Diego’s Artist Incubator program for a special evening of art, performance, movement, sound, and creative activations featuring:

Miki Vale — Hip-hop, theatre, sound, performance, writing, and community-based storytelling

Miguel Galvan — Contemporary dance, hip-hop, street dance, and movement

Joe Cantrell — Sound, media, installation, performance, and visual art

Cathy Carey — Contemporary Color Expressionist painting, mixed media, and community engagement

Alexandra Carter — Figurative painting, installation, and mixed media

Together, these artists represent a wide range of creative practices, perspectives, and ways of experiencing art, and we’re so excited to bring this experience to San Diego Made: LIVE!

CELEBRATE + SUPPORT CREATIVE CULTURE.

This special event is hosted by the San Diego Made Factory, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable space and resources for local artists and makers. Any donations help support more free events like these for our community!

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