San Diego Museum of Art Membership Prices Changing Soon

San Diego Museum of Art is adjusting membership prices starting January 1, 2026, but if you renew before December 31, you can lock in your current price for another year plus get two extra months free with code RENEW25.

With new pricing starting at just $100, membership remains an exceptional value – including admission to two world-class museums (San Diego Museum of Art and The Museum of Photographic Arts), guest passes, discounts, member events, free admission for children, and more.

Your Individual ($100) or Dual ($175) membership pays for itself in less than three visits.

San Diego Museum of Art membership prices

Membership Levels and Benefits

Members who want deeper engagement will find opportunities at Friend ($250) and Sponsor ($500) levels, including special lectures, receptions, and tours.

Gallery Collective ($420) is a social membership level that digs into the San Diego art scene both at the Museum and out in the city. The new Ambassador ($1,000) level offers recognition in the Member Magazine and invitations to select donor events. Circle ($2,500-$50,000) is for members who wish to sustain the Museum and its mission with the deepest philanthropic benefit.

The membership discount for seniors (65+), educators, active and veteran military, and students (with ID) will also increase to $25 on January 1, 2026. One discount per membership/household, Individual and Dual levels only, not valid with other promotions.

Gift Membership for the Holidays

Membership makes a great gift – you’re giving access to two museums, exhibitions, events, and the entire art experience rather than just a single item. It’s the kind of gift that keeps delivering value throughout the year.

Centennial Year Events

Members should mark their calendars for the Centennial Celebration on February 28, 2026, and featured Centennial exhibitions throughout the year:

Art Alive 2023 at The San Diego Museum of Art

See you there!

Renew your membership before December 31 with code RENEW25, gift a membership this holiday season, or upgrade your level to enjoy SDMA’s Centennial year.

🎟️ Renew here
ℹ️ More info here

See you there, San Diego!

Share This Post
The Latest
San Diego Supercross
If you’ve never been to Supercross in person, January is the month to fix that. Monster Energy Supercross is back at Snapdragon Stadium for Round...
Snake Oil mixology experience
Ready for a smarter, more elevated way to cocktail? Snake Oil Cocktail Co. and Above Board are teaming up for a fun, hands-on mixology experience...
Get ready for the Bing Crosby Season Del Mar
The coast is calling, and the races are on! Del Mar Thoroughbred Club is opening its 12th annual Bing Crosby Season, bringing four weeks of...
San Diego Chess and Social Pure Pawsh
Support the San Diego Humane Society at the San Diego Chess & Social fundraiser with board games and community spirit.
An award-winning violinist makes his San Diego debut at the La Jolla Music Society Winter Season
La Jolla Music Society’s 58th Winter Season continues in November with a lineup for just about every music lover. Kick things off with a free...
Same Same But Different: RENEW
Participate in SSBD renew wellness and enjoy a full day of uplifting yoga, Pilates, and mindfulness sessions at Belmont Park.
Recently Featured Restaurants
If you’ve spent any time in the Cedros Design District, you know there’s always been a gap between the galleries and Belly Up. Chef James...
Pamela Peraza and Erik Hobbie have been selling sourdough at the Little Italy Mercato for a while now, and if you’ve crossed paths with their...
goop kitchen del mar
Yes, that goop. Gwyneth Paltrow’s brand just opened its first-ever dine-in restaurant at One Paseo in Del Mar, and it’s a 92-seat space she personally...
City Tacos has been a San Diego staple since 2014. What Gerry Torres is building next makes it look like a warm-up. El Punto at...
Zuma has spent nearly 25 years taking over the world – Hong Kong, Istanbul, Rome, Miami, Madrid, and more. Now they’re open in San Diego,...
Doug and Lara Hamm spent years traveling through the French Riviera, Greek Isles, and Amalfi Coast. By The Sea is what happened when they decided...