Events

Upcoming Events
at Nature Collective

Everyone is invited to join us for fun-and-informative events!

Anytime you’re looking for free things to do in San Diego, see what’s happening at Nature Collective. We offer free nature tours and family days. For other events, like a film screening, there’s an admission price that lets us offer these experiences.

Our activities are for anyone in town – from locals to visitors – and all ages.

September 2026

October 2026

November 2026

Coffee + Connections Open House | Oct 09

  • Friday, October 09, 2026
  • 1 Hour

Join CEO Jennifer Bright and key Nature Collective staff for Coffee + Connections. Please register below and enjoy this casual meet-and-greet, open-house-style event, where you can connect with key staff, learn about our programs and project updates, and meet others who share your passion for protecting nature.

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Las Olas Fundraiser | July 5

  • Friday, October 09, 2026
  • 1 Hour

Planning to visit Cardiff Beach this weekend? Don’t miss out on an unforgettable experience with Nature Collective Ambassadors, delicious bites, and refreshing drinks at Las Olas Restaurant. Join us for an exciting all-day fundraiser at Las Olas, where your purchase of select items directly supports Nature Collective’s efforts to protect the Western Snowy Plover and preserve our stunning coastline! Visitors stopping by our on-site Ambassador table will discover fascinating facts about the unique plants and wildlife at the Cardiff Living Shoreline, including those in the nearby Marine Protected Area. Learn how Western Snowy Plovers build their perfect nests, spot bird tracks in the sand, and receive a free tide pool ID guide for California coastlines. Come say hi, explore wildlife and protected areas, enjoy a Mahola Margarita, and be part of something special!

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Have You Seen the Must-Sees?

Slot Canyon

Slot Canyon

See a true natural wonder – right in your county’s backyard

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San Elijo Lagoon

San Elijo Lagoon

Our nearly 1,000-acre reserve is a hiker’s dream

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Nature Center

Nature Center

Visit the friendly hub of the lagoon

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