Plus, Birch Aquarium upgrades + SDSU joins Pac-12.
 
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Editor’s Note

Hi, San DiegoMonica here. It’s been a minute; we’ve missed you. How do you like our new look? Starting today, we’ll be sending out newsletters like this one every Saturday — look forward to more events, news, and guides in the future. We’re so happy to be back in your inbox.
 
Events
 
This Weekend
  • Fall Pop-Up Market | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Bazaar del Mundo | Free | Various artists from around the world will gather at the colorful Old Town shops to showcase their collections of jewelry, clothing, accessories, and more.
  • ENVZN24 Urban Art Takeover | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 2-10 p.m. | The Soap Factory | $46+ | The visual and performing arts fest returns to transform urban areas in Logan Heights into multi-sensory art spaces showcasing artists from the US + Mexico.
  • Hozier: “Unreal Unearth Tour 2024" | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 8 p.m. | North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, Chula Vista | $54+ | This is “Too Sweet” — the Irish musician takes a second from climbing the charts to serenade SD.
  • Spreckels Organ Sunday Concerts | Sunday, Sept. 15 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Spreckels Organ Pavilion | Free | This time, the landmark’s weekly concert will spotlight lead singer Lauren Leigh covering the timeless tunes of The Beatles alongside the Village Community Chorale.
  • The Temptations & the Four Tops | Sunday, Sept. 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Humphreys Concerts by the Bay | $100+ | The bayside venue sets the stage for the soulful sounds of the modern iteration of the iconic Motown group known for “My Girl” and “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg.”
Plan Ahead
  • San Diego Padres vs. Houston Astros | Monday, Sept. 16 | Times vary | Petco Park | $30+ | The Padres continue their postseason push at home — tonight, the ballpark will salute first and canine responders.
  • Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration | Tuesday, Sept. 17 | 4-7:30 p.m. | Otay Ranch Town Center, Chula Vista | Free | The Chula Vista dining + retail hub celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a family-friendly festival filled with live music, food, and performances.
  • Amos Lee & Indigo Girls | Thursday, Sept. 19 | 6:30 p.m. | The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park | $70+ | Catch two iconic acts under one shell — that’s the “Power of Two.”
  • TwitchCon San Diego | Friday, Sept. 20-Sunday, Sept. 22 | Times vary | San Diego Convention Center | $149+ | Another Con takes over downtown — this time, it’s the one all about the livestream video platform, Twitch, and all things internet culture.
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Coming Soon
 

🌊 Seas the day

A rendering of kids sitting in front of a giant tank at Birch Aquarium; the tank is filled with fish and a giant turtle. The kids are listening to an aquarium expert.
A visualization of one part of “Living Seas,” an exhibition set to open at Birch Aquarium in summer 2025. | Rendering via Birch Aquarium
The tide is turning at Birch Aquarium — the longtime “Hall of Fishes” is being replaced with a new, immersive exhibition dubbed “Living Seas,” set to open in summer 2025.

According to the aquarium, “Living Seas” will take guests into the Pacific Ocean via the West Coast — from the Pacific Northwest to the California Coast and Tropic Pacific. Guests can expect bigger viewing windows, digital displays, and projections as they learn about Giant Pacific Octopus, jellyfish, giant kelp, corals, reefs + more.

To that end, the aquarium has already started rolling up its sleeves.

The facility’s Animal Care Team is in the process of relocating the 4,000 animals inside the “Hall of Fishes” ahead of renovations. Birch Aquarium will be closed to guests from Monday, Sept. 30 to Thursday, Oct. 3 so crews can begin working on the exhibition space.

The rest of the aquarium will reopen on Friday, Oct. 4 with a few new experiences for the fall season.
 
News Notes
 
Civic
  • The city has extended the deadline to finalize a deal with Midway Rising, the development team that plans to remake a large portion of the Sports Arena area. The city + developer have until Dec. 5, 2025, to complete an environmental review of the project and negotiate a long-term ground lease.
Development
  • Heading to the San Diego International Airport? The first phase of the New T1 Parking Plaza recently opened 2,834 parking spaces directly across from Terminal 1. The plaza’s second phase is expected to open at the end of summer 2025, which will increase the parking available at SAN to 8,500 spaces.
Sports
  • It’s official: After years of discussions, San Diego State University is leaving the Mountain West to join the re-formed Pac-12 Conference in the 2026-2027 academic year. Three other universities are joining SDSU in the big move — Boise State, Colorado State, and Fresno State. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Real Estate
  • Talk about a luxury listing. A nearly $25 million La Jolla home is on the market. Located steps from the beach, the 12,842-sqft “Muirlands Mansion” features seven bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, two half-bathrooms, a 60-ft swimming pool, a golf and sports simulator, a 12-person movie theater, a gym, and a wine cellar.
Open
  • How sweet. SusieCakes has debuted a new location at The Forum Carlsbad — 1935 Calle Barcelona, Ste. 172 — open daily at 11 a.m. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.
Ranked
Number
  • $76.2 million. According to a new National Park Service report, that’s how much tourism to Cabrillo National Monument contributed to the local economy in 2023. The report shows that 810,000 people visited the landmark last year and spent $54.3 million in communities near the park.
Arts
  • Have you seen the Exchange Pavilion at Plaza de Panama in Balboa Park? The temporary installation is part of World Design Capital San Diego Tijuana 2024, meant to represent collaboration in our binational region. On select Thursdays, the structure becomes a gathering place for cross-border cultural groups to connect.
Show
  • The GOAT is coming to Oceanside. Olympic legend Simone Biles is leading the “Gold Over America Tour,” a showcase of incredible gymnasts from the Paris 2024 Olympics. The “concert-style” tour debuts with 7:30 p.m. shows at Frontwave Arena on Monday, Sept. 16 + Tuesday, Sept. 17. Tickets start at $112.
Community
  • Chula Vista will host its “El Grito” Mexican Independence Day celebration this Sunday, Sept. 15, 4-8 p.m. in Memorial Park. The free community event will feature live performances, food, and an official “Grito” conducted by San Diego’s Consul General of Mexico, Ambassador Alicia Kerber-Palma.
Sports
  • Let’s go, SD — Manny Machado just became the all-time home run leader in San Diego Padres franchise history. Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Padres with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Job
  • We’re hiring in our sister market, SEAtoday. If you’re someone who loves to identify and secure advertising partnerships, apply to join our team.
 
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City Guide
 

🥞 Big brunch energy

Flap your jacks San Diego
The kiddos will love Flap Your Jacks in North Park — you can make your own pancakes. | Photo via @FlapYourJacks
In this town, brunchin’ ain’t easy but it’s necessary. We’ve rounded up 55+ brunch options around SD, along with menu recs, pro tips, and an interactive map to track ‘em. Plan your weekend, and pour those mimosas.

Weekday wonder

Mission Valley Breakfast Company | Daily, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | Pop into this cute eatery for everything from a California Breakfast Burrito to the S’mores Waffle.

For the fam

Flap Your Jacks | Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. + weekends, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | Each table is outfitted with its own pancake griddle, so you can flip your own pancakes — and add all kinds of toppings.

Weekend must

ARLO | Weekends, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | This eatery launched its DJ Brunch in summer 2024, which mixes a fun brunch menu with a DJ spinning beats while you eat. Try the Croffle — it’s a croissant-meets-waffle.
 
Asked
 

How often do you indulge in brunch on weekends?


A. Never
B. Occasionally
C. Once a month
D. Every weekend
 
 
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