For more than sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately eight to ten weeks each year - from early March through early May - literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California.

All aboard the 16th-century galleon for this hilarious interactive show? We put our visitors right in the middle of the pirate action. Participants will be sworn in as part of the ship crew, trained how to navigate, sword fight, bail water from a sinking ship, escape from the King’s Jail, swab the deck and other pirate skills. Performances are 90 minutes. Plus tickets include general admission to tour the historic fleet of ships and fascinating below deck exhibits before or after your show! Recommended for 5+). Check-in 30 minutes prior to your show at 10:30 a.m. or 12:45 p.m.

Celebrate the return of Art Alive with an impressive display of colorful floral arrangements interpreting works of art from throughout the Museum and four days of sensational events from April 24-27, 2025. 

Marvelous amusement awaits at the 10th edition of Bloom Bash, the vibrant, late-night celebration that kicks off Art Alive weekend at The San Diego Museum of Art. The 2025 edition of Bloom Bash marks ten years of philanthropy and fun. This radiant celebration attracts trendsetters and late-night revelers with incredible food and cocktails, unique art experiences and performances, and the return some attendee-picked favorites from the past 10 years. Plus, Bloom Bash attendees can dance the night away while enjoying a first look at the nearly 100 Art Alive floral arrangements on view throughout the Museum.