Events

Join us at WorldBeat Cultural Center for a special evening with Mama C, Charlotte Hill O’Neal, as she returns to San Diego for a screening of her latest documentary, “Panther Veterans in Tanzania: The Legacy Continues. In honor of the 60th anniverary of the Black Panther Party and their community impact come welcome back to […]

Theme of Summit '26: Awe & Wonder! An extraordinary experience, something that is otherwise inaccessible to us everyday, or the immediacy of a newly-found perspective on something seemingly ordinary, could shift our entrenched perspectives and paradigms. Such experiences are transformative encounters that can empower us with a better understanding of ourselves, and our interrelatedness within […]

From Yoruba Roots to Samba Beats: Afro-Cuban & Afro-Brazilian Dance Workshop ​Super Sonic Samba School and WorldBeat Center invite you to explore the ancestral rhythms and sacred movements that shape modern samba! ​Join us for a powerful workshop with Indira “Laroye” Leneman (Laroye Aña)—renowned Cuban choreographer, master instructor, and performer born and raised in Havana, […]

Batizado 2026: African Brazilian Capoeira Initiation & Celebration Join us for Batizado 2026 at the WorldBeat Cultural Arts Center—a powerful celebration of African Brazilian tradition, rhythm, and movement. The Batizado (meaning “baptism”) is a Capoeira initiation ceremony where new students are formally welcomed into the roda (circle), and returning students are honored for their growth and mastery. This year’s guest teachers and […]

Afro-Cuban Drum & Song Workshop with Miguelito León In Memory of Rumba Legend Maximino Duquesne Martínez Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 10:00 AM WorldBeat Cultural Center | 2100 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA FREE | Donations Welcome Join California-born, Havana-based percussionist Miguelito León, director of Cuba's Rumba All-Stars and endorsed artist of LP Latin Percussion, […]

Taikopalooza is back again! Join us for our biennial concert showcasing the Taiko Community of San Diego at Taikopalooza 2026! Taikopalooza 2026 is a full length concert featuring the amazing talent of the Taiko Community of San Diego! Join us at the WorldBeat Cultural Center for an afternoon filled with heartfelt performances, delicious food, and […]

Kabaka Pyramid Live at WorldBeat Cultural Center Tuesday, November 24 | Doors 8 PM Join us for a special night of roots reggae, conscious music, and gratitude as Kabaka Pyramid returns to the WorldBeat Cultural Center. As we enter a season of giving thanks, we gather through reggae music to celebrate community, culture, and the […]

Let’s come together in gratitude for our compassionate community, all living beings, and the beautiful planet we share. 🌍💚 Schedule 🕐 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM – Check-In (Forms required upon arrival) 🙏 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM – Gratitude Circle 🍽️ 2:15 PM - 4:00 PM – Potluck Table Opens 🎁 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM – […]