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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 Petco Park Padres May 2023
Culture
San Diego Padres fans fret over possible ‘Clayton Kershaw Curse’
During a game on May 5 at Petco Park, the Padres poked fun at the Dodgers’ pitcher with a meme on the Jumbotron.
May 24, 2023
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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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The tan exterior of Balboa Theatre in downtown San Diego with it Spanish Colonial style architecture and people walking in the foreground.
Arts
Downtown San Diego’s Balboa Theatre turns 100 in 2024
The historic venue on Fourth Avenue debuted in March 1924 as a vaudeville and movie theater.
January 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
A professional golfer swings on the bright green course at Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego, California, during the Farmers Insurance Open as spectators watch from the sidelines.
Sports
Tee Time at Torrey: 2024 Farmers Insurance Open returns to San Diego
The high-profile PGA Tour competition takes over the local links Wednesday, Jan. 24-Saturday, Jan. 27.
January 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
The lit-up stage at Lou Lou's Jungle Room at the LaFayette Hotel & Club, surrounded by tables with curvy red chairs.
Restaurants
Lou Lou’s Jungle Room will debut at LaFayette Hotel & Club
The space restored historic elements and will serve as a supper lounge and host live music performances.
January 18, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
ODESZA performs at the North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre with DJ tables and glowing blue lights.
Entertainment
24 San Diego concerts we’re excited to see in 2024
These shows prove that San Diego is a great city for live music, and they’re just a sample of the shows coming this year.
January 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A rendering of the new San Diego County Public Health Lab under construction in Kearny Mesa.
City
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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Monica Garske
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Restaurants
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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Michael Beausoleil
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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
Play
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