Arts, Culture & Community
Beyond an educational center, we offer cultural and social events to live and love French!
Beyond an educational center, we offer cultural and social events to live and love French!
The Alliance Française San Diego offers a wide range of French cultural and social events where Francophones and Francophiles can come
together to practice French in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, both inside and outside the classroom.
Throughout the year, we host more than 100 events, both in person and online. Our program includes recurring monthly
events such as the French Film Club, French Book Club,
social gatherings, and hikes.
Our calendar is also enriched by author talks, book signings, art exhibitions, creative classes and more. In addition, we organize several signature annual events, including the Night of Ideas, our Francophone night, and our flagship event, the San Diego French Film Festival. Together, these events showcase the richness, diversity, and vitality of French and francophone cultures.
👉 Check out upcoming events below: A bientôt!
New events are added regularly. Sign up to our newsletter to receive updates about our program.
RSVPs help us plan events accordingly. Merci!
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Retrouvez nous pour le Club de Lecture dans les locaux de l'Alliance Française San Diego.
Nous sommes ravis de vous accueillir dans nos locaux, n'hésitez pas à apporter quelque chose à partager et à faire votre pause dej avec nous !
Gratuit pour les membres
An evening of stories, conversation, and connection — exploring how culture shapes the way we create, lead, and belong.
An event organized by KLAMAN & CO. Free and open to all
One Film One Federation (OFOF), in collaboration with Telescope Film, presents French Cinémathèque – a celebration of Francophone cinema offering a curated selection of monthly films
The Federation of Alliances Françaises USA invites you to a special virtual presentation exploring the evolution of one of France’s most iconic wine regions. Join Bordeaux-based wine authority Jane Anson and acclaimed photographer Peter Aaron for a rich conversation inspired by their new book, Bordeaux Chronicle.
The Orchestre symphonique de Montréal, led by Music Director Rafael Payare, presents a program of radiant color and boundless imagination.
Special discount for our members
Jérémy Charbonnel présentera son spectacle Seul tout le 4 novembre au Mic Drop Comedy
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Join us for the French Film Club for a film in French with English subtitles and light refreshments!
Donation based $10
Free for AFSD students
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Location: San Diego French American School Auditorium 6550 Soledad Mountain Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA |
Discover the joy of painting in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Guided by an experienced instructor, you’ll create your own artwork
while enjoying a friendly atmosphere, sweet treats, and beverages. All materials are provided — just bring your creativity!
Paint like Raoul Dufy
Non members: $70 - Members: $55
Join us for an afternoon conversation with Eric Karpeles, author and painter, and Fereshteh Priou of
the Proust Society of Greenwich. They will explore the rich visual imagination behind Proust’s work and the world of art that shaped his
writing.
An online event in association with the Federation of Alliances Françaises USA
An online event in association with the Federation of Alliances Françaises USA
Discover the joy of painting in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Guided by an experienced instructor, you’ll create your own artwork
while enjoying a friendly atmosphere, sweet treats, and beverages. All materials are provided — just bring your creativity!
Paint like Geogia O'Keeffe
Non members: $70 - Members: $55
A conversation about French food, historical mysteries, and Julia Child’s influence on two authors.
The San Diego Symphony presents Elegy to Exaltation — Ravel's Rigaudon from Le Tombeau de Couperin, Rota's Concerto for Harp (Julie
Phillips, harp), and Shostakovich's Symphony No. 5 in D minor. Two performances: Feb 5 at 11am and Feb 6 at 7:30pm at Jacobs Music Center.
This event is organized by our partner San Diego Symphony.
Bernard Labadie, conductor | Benedetto Lupo, piano
Discount code for AFSD members to get 20% off: Orchestre20
Rafael Payare, conductor | Sasha Cooke, mezzo-soprano
Mar 5 & Mar 6, 2027 at 7:30 PM — Jacobs Music Center
Discount for our members
Save the date! The Alliance Française de San Diego turns 100 in 2027. RSVP to receive event updates by email.