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15+ of the top free things to do in San Diego

No cash? No problem. Whether you are spending a day or a lifetime in San Diego, these are some of the best offerings that won’t break the bank.

August 28, 2025 06:44 AM

Monica Garske

Talmadge - a nice place to live pumpkin with glowing neighborhood gate

Arts

SDtoday pumpkin carving contest winners

We’re giving out superlatives to three creations that display creativity and help us get ready for Halloween.

October 26, 2023

Michael Beausoleil

Business

5 questions with San Diego’s Printers Row Publishing Group

The Sorrento Valley-based publishing group has been around for 30+ years — read all about it.

October 25, 2023

Monica Garske

SD San Diego Natural History Museum Atrium Art

Arts

The Nat unveils colorful Atrium mural ahead of 150th anniversary

The artwork by local artist Eva Struble is inspired by the rich biodiversity of San Diego County and Baja California.

October 23, 2023

Monica Garske

History

Liberty Station celebrates its centennial

The former Naval Training Center was dedicated to the City of San Diego on Oct. 27, 1923

October 18, 2023

Michael Beausoleil

SD Downtown Chula Vista Association Dia De Los Muertos

Festivals

Where to celebrate Día de los Muertos 2023 in San Diego

Old Town, Barrio Logan, and Chula Vista will host special community events to pay tribute to loved ones who have passed.

October 18, 2023

Monica Garske

SD San Diego Black Arts and Culture District

City

City seeks public art services for San Diego Black Arts + Culture District in Encanto

The neighborhood spans nine blocks along Imperial Avenue — from 61st to 69 streets — and hopes to become a unifying hub for the Black experience in San Diego.

October 13, 2023

Monica Garske

Music

Rock on: epic concerts in San Diego history

Elvis Presley, the Beatles, and Tina Turner each headlined America’s Finest City at some point in SD’s musical history.

September 29, 2023

Monica Garske

Tourism and Hospitality

Plan that outing: 16 ways to enjoy ‘Kids Free San Diego’ in October 2023

More than 50 local museums and attractions will offer free admission for kids age 12 and under from Sunday, Oct. 1- Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023.

September 25, 2023

Monica Garske

SD Popnology exhibit Comic-Con Museum October 2023

Entertainment

‘Popnology’ exhibit will headline Comic-Con Museum in Fall 2023

The new exhibit covers the influence between tech and pop culture and opens to the public on Wednesday, Oct. 4; the museum is closed through Tuesday, Oct. 3, for the installation.

September 11, 2023

Monica Garske