Parks and Recreation

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.

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

Monica Garske

Travel and Outdoors

Take an accessible hike on one of these trails in San Diego

These are three of our favorite local accessible trails that are wheelchair-friendly.

August 3, 2023

Trevor Peters

The Sherman-Gilbert House in Heritage Park San Diego.

History

Discover local history at Heritage Park in Old Town

The 7.8-acre space in Old Town is home to seven historical buildings built during San Diego’s earliest years as a city.

July 31, 2023

Michael Beausoleil

The 100-year-old historic carousel in Balboa Park

Entertainment

Restored Balboa Park Carousel will reopen on National Carousel Day 2023 in San Diego

The historic attraction will spin again on Tuesday, July 25, with free rides for the special occasion.

July 21, 2023

Monica Garske

Tourism and Hospitality

Wedding venues in San Diego

Check out this list of local spots to host your special event.

July 19, 2023

Monica Garske

A rendering of a pirate-themed playground at Pepper Park along the National City Bayfront

Development

3 things to know: the redesign of Pepper Park at the National City Bayfront

Construction is expected to begin in early 2024.

July 17, 2023

Monica Garske

Culture

Lovely lakes to visit in San Diego, California

It’s not just about the beautiful beaches in our county — we’re a land of great lakes, too.

July 6, 2023

Monica Garske

Culture

2023 Over-the-Line World Championships return to Fiesta Island

The sport was invented on South Mission Beach and since 1954, continues to be synonymous with San Diego’s summertime culture.

July 5, 2023

Monica Garske

A past Big Bay Boom Fourth of July Fireworks show over San Diego Bay.

Culture

Where to see Fourth of July 2023 fireworks in San Diego

From San Diego Bay to east, south, and north San Diego County, dazzling displays of patriotism will light up our local skies on Tuesday, July 4.

July 3, 2023

Monica Garske

SD Carlsbad Strawberry Company U-pick season

Culture

Carlsbad Strawberry Company open for 2023 U-pick season

The berry sweet activity is open daily, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., at 1050 Cannon Rd.

June 7, 2023

Monica Garske

Culture

Summer Movies in the Park 2023 returns across San Diego County

The free, outdoor movie series kicks off Memorial Day weekend and runs through late October.

May 24, 2023

Monica Garske

The Buy

Food

This Swirl Wine deal delivers 18 bottles of your choice to your door

October 14, 2025
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Apparel

A fall fashion essential you didn’t know you needed: The Lavisha cashmere-blend shawl for $20

October 13, 2025
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The Buy

Don’t waste money and space on a wall of weights when these adjustable dumbbells just went on sale

October 13, 2025
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Culture

Unwrap these 3 gifts given to the city of San Diego

These city gifts are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.

December 17, 2024

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Culture

“A Coastal Christmas Romance": A San Diego Hallmark-style movie, as told by ChatGPT

December Nights, the OB Christmas tree, holiday lights, and ice skating? We’d watch the heck out of this fictional, AI-generated holiday movie set in America’s Finest City.

December 16, 2024

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SD Restored Botanical Building Balboa Park

City

See it: Balboa Park’s restored Botanical Building reopens

The iconic, highly-photographed structure closed in January 2022 for a $26.45 million renovation project, but reopened to the public in December 2024.

December 13, 2024

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