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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 19, 2025 06:44 PM
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Monica Garske
The beloved brunch buffet at the famous Crown Room at the Hotel del Coronado in San Diego
Food
Pop-up brunch returns to Hotel del Coronado’s Crown Room
The one-day affair is on Sunday, Feb. 26. 👑
February 21, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Little Italy
Culture
The zodiac signs interpreted as San Diego neighborhoods
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
February 16, 2023
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Monica Garske
Navy Pier in the Embarcadero in San Diego
Development
Freedom Park makes strides toward converting Navy Pier
The 5-acre park will transform the North Embarcadero space
February 10, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Copley Symphony Hall
Arts
Inside the $125 million renovation of Copley Symphony Hall
The restored, 94-year-old venue will reopen sometime in 2024. 🎻
February 7, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD new Balboa Park wayfinding signs
Culture
New, bilingual, wayfinding signage coming to Balboa Park in 2023
Expect the new signage to be rolled out in phases at park attractions, historical sites, tram stops, and parking lots. ↗️
February 3, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Museum of Us Race Exhibit
Arts
Museum of Us seeks community input to reframe ‘Race: Are We So Different?’ exhibit
Through community surveys, a committee will determine how to shift the exhibit to better reflect modern-day, local life.
January 24, 2023
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Monica Garske
Petco Park san diego
Culture
Save the Dates: 15 big events coming to San Diego in 2023
From flowers and baseball to superheroes and craft beer, 2023 is shaping up to be mighty eventful in America’s Finest City.
January 10, 2023
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Monica Garske
The Balboa Park Carousel in San Diego is temporarily closed for restoration.
History
Historic Balboa Park Carousel closed for restoration
Forever Balboa Park says the iconic attraction should be spinning again by this summer. 🎠
January 6, 2023
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Monica Garske
Johnston's restaurant and bar SD
Food
New restaurant — with familiar façade — will open at former site of Small Bar in University Heights
Johnston’s will open at 4628 Park Blvd., with a sign dating back to 1924.
December 15, 2022
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Monica Garske
The gates in Talmadge
History
The Talmadge sister’s San Diego history
The silent movie stars have a neighborhood named in their honor.
November 4, 2022
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Michael Beausoleil
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So sweet: 11 chocolate shops in San Diego
Take a sweet tour of stores that sell chocolates and other treats.
February 14, 2024
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District 7 Councilmember Raul Campillo cutting a ribbon to symbolize the opening of the new park.
Parks and Recreation
Allied Gardens Off-Leash Dog Park now open
The space is the first city-owned dog park in District 7 and is larger than 68% of dog parks in San Diego.
February 13, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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February 12, 2024
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Development
It’s showtime: New performing arts center coming to Arts District Liberty Station in 2025
The landmark’s historic Naval Building 178 will become the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center — the future permanent home of Cygnet Theatre.
February 12, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Sports
The San Diego Padres to honor Peter Seidler on their 2024 jerseys
The team will also host a celebration of life ceremony to honor the late chairman and founder before the start of the 2024 season.
February 9, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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5 times presidents visited San Diego
From Harrison to Bush, many US presidents visited America’s Finest City while holding the position.
February 9, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A group arranging colorful flowers inside pots and planters at Ana Galena Floral Studio in San Diego.
Entertainment
Try This: Fun, unique Valentine’s Day activities in San Diego
From a dance party to a cider pairing, you’re going to love these ideas.
February 8, 2024
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Monica Garske
A gray, scruffy dog in an orange bandana; a fluffy, cream-colored dog in a blue bandana; and a skinny, white and brown dog in a blue bandana.
Nonprofits
Five San Diego County dogs to compete in ‘Puppy Bowl XX’
The contenders represent two local shelters: Helen Woodward Animal Center and The Animal Pad.
February 7, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
King Tides crash against the Windansea Beach Surf Shack in La Jolla as a rainbow shines over the beach.
Weather
February 2024 King Tides coming to San Diego’s coastline
Expect big surf along parts of SD’s coastline the morning of Feb. 9, 2024.
February 7, 2024
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Monica Garske
Two people wearing ponchos and carrying an umbrella walk across a rainy street in San Diego during the February 2024 winter storms.
Weather
San Diego’s winter 2024 storm impacts: Rainfall stats, warnings, and what’s next
According to the National Weather Service, another storm system could move through San Diego County Thursday, Feb. 8, and Friday, Feb. 9.
February 6, 2024
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Monica Garske