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Diverse crowd enjoying a sunny outdoor arts festival with colorful banners, food stalls, and live music, highlighting community and local culture.
Experiences

Summer 2026 Arts & Culture Festivals: Beyond the Big Names

While Sueños Music Festival draws tens of thousands to Grant Park for reggaeton, Jersey City offers free, quarterly arts festivals and local food walks.

Elise Marrow·April 14, 2026
Diverse community members of all ages joyfully engaging with various art forms at a vibrant outdoor festival in Escondido, celebrating local culture.
Culture

Escondido Celebrates Arts Culture Creativity Month With Free Events

The City of Escondido is celebrating Arts, Culture & Creativity Month throughout April 2026 with a series of free community events. This initiative reflects a national trend to spotlight the vital role of arts in fostering connection and stimulating local economies.

Theo Ashford·April 7, 2026