Virtual Events Archive

Did you miss our virtual events during our closure? We have them all here for you

Upcoming Events

 

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OneWorldBeat Cafe Open

 

The WorldBeat Cafe is open for outdoor dining, take-out and delivery! Come enjoy Balboa Park’s all-vegan cafe!

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Temporary Class Schedule

Classes have returned, check out our current schedule!

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As a non-profit multi-cultural arts organization we are dedicated to promoting, presenting & preserving the African Diaspora & Indigenous cultures of the world through Music, Art, Dance, Multi-Media Arts, Education, and STEAM Research. We are the home of 101.1FM KVIB, a low-power FM station operated by WorldBeat Center and Positive Hope. We are located in beautiful Balboa Park in the heart of San Diego, California. Through consciousness raising the WorldBeat Center promotes peace within our San Diego community by providing on-going programs and services that nurture the spirit of children, the elderly, and everyone in between. Our main goal is then to create unity within diversity.

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Sustainable Building

The WorldBeat Center received LEED Silver Certification in 2012 largely due to its energy and water efficiency efforts, installation of Solatube Daylight Systems and with assistance from the Green Assistance Program (GAP) through the San Diego Green Building Council. The WorldBeat Center staff is excited to attempt LEED Platinum during the recertification process in 2019.

Recent Activity at WBC!

Threads of Freedom: A Celebration of Quilted Resistance

WorldBeat Center proudly presents Threads of Freedom, the second quilt exhibit honoring the artistry, resilience, and coded language of African American quilting traditions. The centerpiece of the exhibit features two stunning works by Kim Ballentine Lane,...

Black Birders Week 2025 by Berenice Rodriguez

In celebration of  Black Birders Week, the WorldBeat Cultural Center, in partnership with the San Diego Bird Alliance, hosted a vibrant community bird outing on May 31st at Chollas Lake Park. The event welcomed families, first-time birders, seasoned bird enthusiasts,...

A Call for Action for the Crisis in Sudan  by  Makeda Cheatom

As the world stands by, Sudan is experiencing a humanitarian catastrophe of staggering proportions. The ongoing conflict, primarily fueled by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied militias, has erupted into what can only be described as a genocide. Thousands of...

Fwd: Indian Voices Article – May 12, 2025

Fwd: Indian Voices Article – May 12, 2025

--- Indian Voices Article - May 12, 2025 The power of a cup of tea By Cindy Saylor The magic of a mindful cup of tea is a powerful tool for self-care, self-love and for sharing with others. Humans have mixed and matched herbs and plants into tasty brews for millenia....

36th Annual Martin Luther King Day Celebration

36th Annual Martin Luther King Day Celebration

On Monday, January 20th, 2025, the WorldBeat Cultural Center hosted a beautiful and glorious celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. As we continue to honor Dr. King’s legacy, it is vital to reflect on his powerful message of unity, justice, and love. Dr. King’s...

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