Public Events
August 15, 2026
Sponsorships are now available for the 30th annual Symphony at Salk. The event will feature a performance by the San Diego Symphony and a special guest artist who will be announced in March 2026. Support Salk science while experiencing warm camaraderie, gourmet food and drink, a breathtaking sunset and refreshing ocean breezes, all against the backdrop of one of the world’s most striking architectural masterpieces.
September 2026
This September, Salk will host the inaugural Equinox Sunset for Discovery Society. Members will gather for an intimate evening at the River of Life as the setting sun aligns with the water feature and the Pacific Ocean, creating one of Salk’s most iconic and breathtaking views, visible only twice each year. To learn more, please visit salk.edu/discovery-society or contact Lucia Burrafato at lburrafato@salk.edu.
October 2026
Where science meets sound. The Joan Jacobs Science & Music Series is a one-of-a-kind experience that weaves groundbreaking scientific ideas with live musical performance, creating an evening that inspires both the mind and the senses. This exclusive event is invitation-only. To learn more, please contact Dacia Samilo at dsamilo@salk.edu or (858) 453-4100 x2111.
