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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.
September 17, 2025 06:44 AM
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Monica Garske
SD Cruisin Grand Escondido
Culture
Vroom, vroom: Car shows in San Diego County
From Escondido to La Mesa, these car show culture in our county rolls deep.
May 22, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD North Park Music Fest
Culture
Now Playing: North Park Music Fest 2023
The 2nd annual event goes down at the North Park Mini Park on Saturday, May 27, and Sunday, May 28.
May 22, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD MLS coming to San Diego
Sports
Score: Major League Soccer expands to San Diego
The league’s 30th team — San Diego FC — will play at Snapdragon Stadium in Mission Valley starting in 2025.
May 18, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Midway Rising renderings
Development
‘Midway Rising’ redevelopment: Housing, entertainment, and an urban park
Locals are invited to join the Sports Arena redevelopment team for a project update this Thursday, May 18, at San Diego Central Library.
May 16, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD SD Art Advisory Mission Hills
Arts
New fine art gallery debuting in Mission Hills
SD Art Advisory is spearheaded by curators Alexander Salazar and Darcy Kempton, with an eye on local and global masterpieces.
May 16, 2023
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Monica Garske
Rooftop patio and view from Techo Beso with lounge chairs and pink umbrellas.
Food
Techo Beso now open in the Gaslamp Quarter
The rooftop restaurant and bar draws inspiration from Tulum, Mexico.
May 16, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Spreckels organ pavilion with an organ player on the stage
Parks and Recreation
10 free summer concert series in San Diego
Explore San Diego’s parks while enjoying live music all summer long at these rockin’, jazzy, and dance-worthy events.
May 15, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD SeaWorld San Diego Rescue Jr new play area
Entertainment
New ‘Rescue Jr.’ play area coming soon to SeaWorld San Diego
The kid-friendly zone will feature a splash pad, climbing structures, and new rides — replacing the theme park’s Sesame Street Bay of Play.
May 12, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Oddish Wine The Garten opening
Food
Oddish Wine opens at The Gärten in Bay Park
The urban winery specializes in “minimal intervention wines,” ciders, vermouth, and amaro.
May 12, 2023
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Monica Garske
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Tourism and Hospitality
National Travel and Tourism Week: San Diego’s tourism, by the numbers
The industry plays a major role in our city’s economy, job creation, and overall vibe as a feel-good hotspot.
May 10, 2023
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Monica Garske
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New San Diego County Public Health Lab set to open in spring 2025
The $93.3 million facility is under construction at the County Operations Center on Overland Avenue in Kearny Mesa.
January 17, 2024
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Michelin Guide trends: Indian and Filipino food, but make it San Diego
According to Michelin Guide inspectors, Indian restaurants and Filipino food are having a moment — here are some places to find those flavors in San Diego.
January 17, 2024
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Monica Garske
The gate leading to the entrance of the OB Pier in Ocean Beach
Development
City of San Diego posts notice of demolition on the Ocean Beach Pier
The application announces intent to tear down and replace the landmark pier, but approval is pending a public hearing.
January 16, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
The OB Playhouse stage with red lighting set up for "The Rocky Horror Show."
Arts
The OB Playhouse will remain open after announcing its closure
The local theater signed a new, three-year lease thanks to community support, with a new production coming this month.
January 16, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
San Diego Zoo welcomes 4 baby monkeys
Three monkey species saw additions in the fourth quarter of 2023.
January 12, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Temecula Hit the Road City Guide San Diego
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Hit the Road: A wine and food adventure to Temecula, California
The city just north of San Diego County is brimming with fun things to do.
January 12, 2024
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego Natural History Museum
Culture
Museum milestone: The Nat celebrates 150th anniversary in San Diego in 2024
The museum in Balboa Park will debut a new exhibit, plant garden, film, and special events to ring in the milestone throughout 2024.
January 11, 2024
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Monica Garske
SD San Diego FC Chrome Ball
Sports
San Diego FC kicks off countywide ‘Chrome Ball Tour’
A chrome art installation of a giant soccer ball emblazoned with the names of the 18 cities that make up San Diego County will be traveling all over SD in 2024 — pass it on.
January 11, 2024
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Monica Garske
A sign for the Balboa Park Cultural District with archways behind it.
City
Balboa Park begins creating its Projects Prioritization Framework
The effort aims to find an unbiased way to allocate funding so it makes the greatest impact on the park.
January 10, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Dry January Mocktails Paradisaea La Jolla San Diego
Restaurants
Dry January: Try these mocktails around San Diego
These 11 creative, alcohol-free concoctions are certainly worth a toast.
January 9, 2024
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Monica Garske