ICA San Diego | With locations in Balboa Park and Encinitas, the Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego serves as a platform for experimental art and “learning with a mission to question everything.” Admission is “pay-as-you-wish” with a suggested $5-$10 donation, if you have it.
History
San Diego History Center | If you want to learn about the past, present, and future of the San Diego region, this museum’s exhibitions hold so much local knowledge. Admission is free, but donations are always welcome.
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City council approved plans to implement paid parking at Balboa Park for the first time in the landmark’s history. The program will likely begin in January 2026 and will use tiers to determine parking lot pricing. Verified City of San Diego residents will get a 50% off discount — catch up. (CBS8)
Real Estate
Woah. An oceanfront La Jolla mansion sold for $47 million in an off-market deal, making it the most expensive home sale ever recorded in San Diego County. The 13,000-sqft pad on Camino De La Costa features direct beach access + sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. So, when is the housewarming party? (Mansion Global)
Coming Soon
Fashionistas, rejoice.Westfield UTC’s phased expansion will debut in 2026 with several new luxury designer retail stores, including Carolina Herrera, Saint Laurent, Tom Ford, Zegna, and the first-ever Chanel fashion boutique in San Diego. The shopping center will also welcome two new restaurants: JOEY Restaurants and Telefèric Barcelona.
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San Diego City Council passed an ordinance to raise the minimum hourly wage for some local hospitality workers to $25 by 2030. The increases will be phased in over four years beginning July 1, 2026, and impact workers at hotels with 150+ rooms, amusement parks, and event centers like Pechanga Arena. (KPBS)
A look at “The Landing,” a new proposed dining hub along the Embarcadero.
Rendering via The Brigantine and Gensler
Development
The Brigantine, Inc. — which now owns the Fish Market Restaurants — wants to redevelop the site of the Fish Market along downtown’s waterfront. The $25.5 million project would transform the property into “The Landing,” a hub with four dining facilities. The proposal is now entering the environmental review phase.
Announced
Sesame Place San Diego is transitioning to a seasonal schedule focused on spring + summer and will close for the 2025 season this Sunday, Sept. 21. The theme park canceled its Halloween and holiday events, but plans to reopen in spring 2026. Don’t be sad, Elmo.(Theme Park Insider)
Job
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Weather
The first day of fall is Monday, Sept. 22. What will the weather bring? According to NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, there’s a 71% chance that a La Niña weather pattern will form October-December. Local weather experts say this could bring a drier than normal fall and winter to Southern California. (NOAA + CBS8)
Holiday
Sunset on Monday, Sept. 22 marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah. The celebration runs until sundown on Wednesday, Sept. 24. Celebrate the Hebrew New Year with High Holy Days services at Congregation Beth Am or with services at Aish San Diego.
Sports
The Chargers defense dominated the Raiders earlier this week. Can the Bolts maintain their AFC West Lead? Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Los Angeles Chargerswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Upcoming tariffs could spike prices on car replacement parts, making auto maintenance in San Diego even more expensive. One way to offset those costs? An extended auto warranty. This provider is offering $300 off new plans. T&Cs apply; see disclaimers for important consumer information.*
Why are the same firms that backed Uber, Venmo, and eBay also backing Pacaso(Nasdaq ticker reserved: $PCSO)? Because it’s disrupting the $1.3 trillion vacation home market with co-ownership, already earning $110 million+ in gross profit in under five years. (And until midnight, you can join the 10,000+ shareholders.)†‡*
Phase 1A of the New Terminal 1 will open at San Diego International Airport on Tuesday, Sept. 23 with 19 new gates, fresh concessions, and new retail stores, including this local gem.
A great deal on a clothes steamer. Snag HiLIFE’s portable, handheld steamer while it’s 35% off — the steamer is quick to heat up, easy to use, and perfect for garment touch-ups without hauling out the ironing board.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month, San Diego. If you’re looking for ways to celebrate, try the Historic Explorers event this Saturday, Sept. 20 or the Family Festival coming to Otay Ranch Town Center on Tuesday, Sept. 30. This spotlight on Hispanic changemakers in SD is a great read, too.
Hispanic Heritage Month is important to me because I am Chilean, and today happens to be Chile’s Independence Day. So, please allow me to share this photo of little me at a patriotic school celebration dressed as a “huasa,” about to dance the “cueca.”
‡‡Finance “investment method” disclaimer: This is a paid advertisement for Pacaso’s Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular at invest.pacaso.com. Reserving a ticker symbol is not a guarantee that the company will go public. Listing on the Nasdaq is subject to approvals. Comparisons to other companies are for informational purposes only and should not imply similar success. Under Regulation A+, a company has the ability to change its share price by up to 20%, without requalifying the offering with the SEC.
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