events by artelexia

Artelexia’s events and workshops have been a pillar of our loyal and growing customer base. What we initially felt were simple celebrations and opportunities to create together turned out to be hotbeds for community-building. From our Day of the Dead festivals to La Fiesta de Frida, craft workshops, book signings and fundraisers, our events have given way to a budding network of followers who find connection through a shared love for all things Mexico. While the pandemic brought our events to a hiatus, we hope to slowly bring them back safely in the future. Stay tuned!

October 14th, 2023 • 11AM
Book Signing Event with Chef & Author Marcela Valladolid

Please join us at Artelexia at 11am on October 14th, 2023 as we'll be hosting a book signing event with chef & author Marcela Valladolid!

Artelexia
3803 Ray Street
San Diego, CA 92104

Get here early! The first 20 people in line will receive a goodie bag!

We anticipate a LARGE turnout for the event so we suggest arriving early to minimize your time in line! Saving spots in line will not be permitted.

Snacks, & drinks will be provided! (while supplies last)

More details to come!

October 6th, 2023
FREE Marigold paper flower workshop

Please join us at Artelexia on October 6th 2023 between 11am-3pm, as we'll be hosting a FREE workshop teaching how to make marigold flowers from paper!

Sweet treats will be provided!

Mark your calendars! This is a workshop you don't want to miss!

August 26th, 2023
Meet & Greet with Sandra Velasquez, Founder of Nopalera

Please join us at Artelexia on August 26th 2023 from 12pm-3pm, as we'll be hosting a very special meet & greet with Sandra Velasquez, owner & founder of Nopalera!

So grab all your amigas & join us for complimentary margaritas, snacks, hand massages, selfies with Pedro, & of course...SHOPPING!

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June 24th, 2023
"Muy Bueno Fiestas" Book Signing

Please join us at Artelexia for a book signing with Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack on June 24th from 12PM-3PM!

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July 8th, 2023
"ASADA: THE ART OF MEXICAN-STYLE GRILLING" Book Signing

Please join us at Artelexia for a book signing with Bricia Lopez on July 8th from 12PM-3PM!

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2019
2019 Day Of the dead festival

For our third annual festival, we had the usual favorites (face painting, altars, local vendors, tastings, mariachi, and more!) But this time we enjoyed having some guests of honor, including the creator of the Millennial Lotería. We had a cookbook signing, kids crafts, and the local Holy Paleta with rich and freshly dipped ice cream bars.

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2019
La Fiesta De Frida

To celebrate Frida Kahlo's 112th birthday, we hosted a beautiful al fresco dinner on a single 152' long dinner table! El Comal provided the delicious food & Kettner Exchange served up refreshing drinks! The menu included Oaxacan tamales with mole negro! Big thank you to Don Julio for donating the alcohol!

Photo of entrance to Artelexia's Fiesta De Frida. Entrance has a sign that reads "Bienvenidos a la Fiesta de Frida" Photo of entrance to Artelexia's Fiesta De Frida. Entrance has a sign that reads "Bienvenidos a la Fiesta de Frida"
Photo of dinner table at Artelexia's Fiesta De Frida before guests arrived Photo of dinner table at Artelexia's Fiesta De Frida before guests arrived
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2018 Day Of The Dead Festival logo. Logo is composed of a pink & yellow sugar skull
2018
2018 Day of the dead festival

After the success of our inaugural Day of the Dead Festival, we brought back the popular food, drinks, music and of course, art! We also introduced more local vendors to the scene, danced along with the local ballet folklorico, and featured a stunning altar as the perfect backdrop.

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2017
day of the dead festival

We had the great honor of hosting and organizing North Park's first ever and now annual Day of the Dead Festival right in the heart of North Park, San Diego. We had food trucks, cerveza cantina, tequila and mezcal tasting, face painters, dj's, mariachis, artisan vendors, and lots of fun. Looking forward to many more!

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2017
HOLA BITCHES® CINCO DE MAYO FUNDRAISER

We had the privilege of partnering with FIREHOUSE PB to host a fiesta fundraiser benefitting Mana de San Diego—Empowering Latinas through Education, Leadership Development, Community Service and Advocacy.

We hope to see you at our next event!

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