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Two kids running on the flight deck of the USS Midway with their arms stretched out like they're flying; aircraft are parked in the background.
Tourism and Hospitality
20 Ways to Enjoy Kids Free San Diego in October 2025
More than 60 local museums + attractions will offer free admission for kids age 12 and under from Wednesday, Oct. 1 to Friday, Oct. 31.
September 24, 2025 02:28 PM
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Monica Garske
SD Over-the-Line OTL championships
Culture
2023 Over-the-Line World Championships return to Fiesta Island
The sport was invented on South Mission Beach and since 1954, continues to be synonymous with San Diego’s summertime culture.
July 5, 2023
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Monica Garske
A past Big Bay Boom Fourth of July Fireworks show over San Diego Bay.
Culture
Where to see Fourth of July 2023 fireworks in San Diego
From San Diego Bay to east, south, and north San Diego County, dazzling displays of patriotism will light up our local skies on Tuesday, July 4.
July 3, 2023
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Monica Garske
Kobey's Swap Meet in San Diego.
Retail
Happy haulin’: swap meets, co-ops, vintage, and resale shops in San Diego
Here’s the deal — the swap meet and vintage shopping scene is stellar in America’s Finest City.
June 21, 2023
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Monica Garske
A USA Lacrosse game action photo.
Sports
San Diego hosts 2023 World Lacrosse Men’s Championship
The global tournament will be played across three local venues, including Snapdragon Stadium, Wednesday June 21-Saturday, July 1.
June 15, 2023
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Monica Garske
The new blue beach outdoor space at Birch Aquarium in San Diego in June 2023.
Events
New at Birch Aquarium: ‘Blue Beach’ and family-friendly happy hour series
The Blue Beach space is now open to visitors; the happy hour series runs Monday-Wednesday, July 10-Aug. 30.
June 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Carlsbad Strawberry Company U-pick season
Culture
Carlsbad Strawberry Company open for 2023 U-pick season
The berry sweet activity is open daily, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., at 1050 Cannon Rd.
June 7, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego County Fair 2023
Events
San Diego County Fair 2023: What to know before you go
The 2023 fair kicks off Wednesday, June 7, and runs through the Fourth of July in Del Mar.
June 1, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD The Marine Room High Tide Dinners
Restaurants
Summer ‘High Tide Dinners’ return to The Marine Room in La Jolla
The 82-year-old restaurant on Spindrift Drive is known for its incredible views of crashing surf.
May 30, 2023
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Monica Garske
San Diego's Rady Shell concert venue in summer of 2022.
Culture
The Rady Shell’s summer 2023 concert season
The Beach Boys, Gipsy Kings, Gladys Knight, and Patti LaBelle are among the icons set to light up the venue on San Diego Bay. 🎶
May 30, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Summer Movies in the Park 2023
Culture
Summer Movies in the Park 2023 returns across San Diego County
The free, outdoor movie series kicks off Memorial Day weekend and runs through late October.
May 24, 2023
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Monica Garske
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2024 San Diego real estate market predictions
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Michael Beausoleil
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Capital of Craft: 11 questions with Erik Fowler, executive director of the San Diego Brewers Guild
We tap into how SD’s craft brewing scene has grown — and where it’s headed as the mature, experienced, and renowned beer mecca.
January 25, 2024
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Monica Garske
A crew of city workers cleans up a flooded street scattered with debris in the aftermath of the devastating storm in San Diego in January 2024.
City
Storm aftermath: How to Help San Diegans
Here are ways to help fellow San Diegans impacted by the devastation of the storm on Jan. 22, 2024.
January 25, 2024
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Monica Garske
Parked cars on a rainy San Diego street by a traffic light. Water is rising in a bank next to the street.
Weather
San Diego’s State of Emergency explained
What does this mean for locals and why are the emergencies issued after the storms have passed?
January 24, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A graphic with cartoon candy hearts that have different gift categories written inside, like "Home Goods" and "Books."
Retail
The best Valentine’s Day gifts for 2024
Shop Valentine’s Day chocolates, couple’s games, cookware, candles, and fuzzy socks to spread the love.
January 24, 2024
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Vagney Hampshire
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Play
New and coming-soon restaurants in San Diego
Dining in San Diego is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
January 23, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
High surf waves crashing on the Ocean Beach Pier, causing some damage to the pier's railing with the OB Pier Cafe in the background.
Culture
See the winner of our 2023 Picture of the Year contest
And the winner is...
January 22, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
Asand transportation pipeline and orange mesh fencing on Solana Beach.
Development
Solana Beach and Encinitas begin 50-year beach replenishment project
The $32 million initiative aims to repair storm damage and address erosion that could lead to bluffs collapsing.
January 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Hiking at Mission Trails in San Diego
Culture
Walking trends in San Diego
Average daily walking trips dropped by 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022 — see how San Diego compares.
January 22, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen