big exchange 2026
May 1 - 18
The San Diego Museum Council is hosting an exciting 3-week event that gives members of participating organizations reciprocal admission to 50+ museums, historic sites, gardens, and more.
Event Details:
The Big Exchange takes place Friday, May 1 - Monday, May 18.
Members receive FREE entry for a maximum four people per membership.
If you become an SDMRM Member during The Big Exchange...
Onsite purchases: An admissions staff member will issue a temporary membership form onsite at the museum to use during The Big Exchange until your physical cards arrive in the mail.
Online purchases: You may use the email confirmation showing your online membership purchase for entry to participating organizations until physical cards arrive in the mail.
If you're already an SDMRM Member...
You must show your current membership card when visiting other organizations.
Contact info@sdmrm.org, if you require a replacement for misplaced cards.
Balboa Park Explorer pass holders are not included in this program.