Factory Events

Mocktail & Mingle Singles Mixer

Thursday, March 6, 6pm

Thursday San Diego is partnering with Mocktail & Mingle to put on our first alcohol-free singles mixer! Whether you are sober, sober-curious, or just looking for alternative ways to meet good people, this event is for you! This collab offers a chance for singles to get together and connect, without the alcohol. So join us on Thursday March 6th at 6pm! Oh, and BTW, your ticket gets you a complimentary mocktail. Snag your ticket before they sell out!

More info + registration.

The Slow Down

DECEMBER 7, JANUARY 11, FEBRUARY 8, MARCH 8

“The Slow Down” is a monthly, donation-based gathering series designed specifically for social impact professionals looking to prioritize their wellbeing. We define social impact professionals as those working (or volunteering) in spaces that create positive change in society, and are invovled in solving our region’s toughest challenges and inequities.

More info + registration.

KhabaarCo Conversations with Changemakers: Featuring Feeding San Diego

Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 6-8pm

KhabaarCo, a global literary salon and supper club presents Conversations with Changemakers–a dinner/food demo and conversation with Feeding San Diego, a local food pantry and a community organization focused on hunger relief, helping neighbors and working with organizations to ensure we build community.

TEDx speaker, author and KhabaarCo founder Madhushree Ghosh will be in conversation with Kate Garrett of Feeding San Diego, discussing ways in which Feeding San Diego works with neighbors, ensures food reaches those who need help and how we build community. Event goers will experience an inclusive space with food from immigrant small restaurant Punjabi Tandoor, chutneys & poppadoms from KhabaarCo, wine and beer alongside masala chai and a recipe demo using produce usually found in Feeding San Diego pantries.

A space for introspection, conversation and action, KhabaarCo celebrates our people, one dinner at a time. Join us!

More info + registration.

Mensah Bey: Pace & Paint Final Exhibition

March 22, 4-7 pm

Join us for the culminating exhibition of Mensah Bey’s residency at the San Diego Made Factory, marking the conclusion of the My Creative Journey program. This immersive exhibition showcases collaborative paintings created with the community, celebrating the intersection of wellness, movement, and creativity.

More info + registration.

Root & Rise

Sunday, April 27, 10am-3pm

A workshop designed for small business owners in San Diego. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, discover cross-collaboration opportunities, and learn practical strategies to elevate their businesses in 2025.
The event includes cocktails (and non-alc options!) with The Beverage Botanist, a guided clay vase making workshop led by Janna Barker of isiko/The Clay Society, and a mini-panel discussion hosted by Point Blank PR.

More info + registration.

AFPH Creative Catalyst Workshop hosted by the Fleet Science Center

Saturday, June 26, 2025, 9:30am-12:30pm

Unlock Your Creative Potential with the Creative Catalyst Workshop Series! Creative individuals from National City, Barrio Logan, Southeastern San Diego, or San Ysidro are invited to take their creative pursuits to the next level. Join the Fleet Science Center, with support from the Prebys Foundation, for inspiring workshops—designed just for you that will provide the tools, connections and insider knowledge you need to stand out and succeed in creative submission opportunities.

More info + registration.