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The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of July 6, 2026

The Craving is ThereSanDiego's weekly guide to what's worth eating and drinking in San Diego right now. Every Tuesday, we surface new restaurant openings, standout happy hours, limited-time menu specials, and upcoming food events across the city - so you know what's happening before everyone else does.
MANIA The ABBA Tribute bringing the magic of ABBA to life at The Magnolia
Upcoming
Sing Along to Every ABBA Hit at MANIA: The World’s Number One ABBA Tribute Show
  • The Magnolia
If you’ve ever wanted to relive the magic of ABBA live on stage, MANIA: The ABBA Tribute is as close as it gets. The world’s...
FNGRS CRSSD x Cross Pollination
Upcoming
Catch Lane 8, Yotto, Kasbo, and More at FNGRS CRSSD x Cross Pollination
  • Waterfront Park
Discover the unique concept of Cross Pollination in San Diego with FNGRS CRSSD, showcasing eight artists in collaborative sets.
Lionfish comic-con cocktails - Steve Rogers, Bruce Wayne, Peter Parker
Check Out These Comic-Con Food, Drink, and Party Specials!
What would Comic-Con be without amazing food, drinks, and parties?! Here’s a run-down of some of the most interesting specials we’ve seen around town! Lionfish...
Ringer’s Roller Rink grand opening
Upcoming
Hit the Rink on the Bay at Ringer’s Roller Rink’s Seaport Village Grand Opening
  • Seaport Village
Experience the excitement of Ringer's Roller Rink grand opening with breathtaking views and an unforgettable skating experience.
Rancho La Puerta
The World’s Number One Wellness Retreat is Right in Our Backyard
Discover why Rancho La Puerta is the best international wellness retreat, ranked number one by Travel + Leisure in 2026.
Tea in the Garden series at Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa La Jolla
Step Into Three Themed High Tea Experiences at Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa
Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa is hosting a Tea in the Garden series that transforms the hotel’s garden into an immersive high-tea experience across...
Grab Your Spot at the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival – Tickets Go on Sale Soon
If the La Jolla Art and Wine Festival is already on your October radar, Tuesday is the day to act. Wine and Beer Garden tickets...
Navore Market Mission Valley YMCA
Pick up Local Produce at Navore’s New Mission Valley Hub
Mission Valley just landed a new way to eat local. Navore Market is teaming up with the YMCA of San Diego County to launch a...
Sunset glowing over the Coronado Cays canals during a Gondola Company cruise
Glide Through the Coronado Cays on a Private Venetian-Style Gondola Cruise
If Euro Summer is a vibe you’re chasing without the transatlantic flight, The Gondola Company has you covered. A private Venetian-style gondola cruise through the...
Earlier dance-focused party
Upcoming
Skip the Late Night: Earlier Lands at Belly Up
  • Belly Up Tavern
There’s a new kind of night out landing at the Belly Up, and it’s built for those of us who want to dance our hearts...
Upcoming
Get on the Water: HarborFest Returns to Chula Vista
Yes, HarborFest is back. After seven years off, the Chula Vista waterfront is rolling out a full day of on-the-bay experiences, live music, food, and...
Shark Snorkeling Birch Aquarium
Upcoming
Shark Snorkels Return to Birch Aquarium
  • Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Get ready for shark snorkels at Birch Aquarium and enjoy a memorable snorkeling adventure with docile Leopard Sharks.
Live dating show chaos unfolding on stage at Love Isn't Blind San Diego
Upcoming
Ditch the Dating Apps and Come Watch Love Isn’t Blind Live in San Diego
If you’re tired of swiping, this is the Friday night you didn’t know you needed. Love Isn’t Blind is a live comedy dating show coming...
Haute with Heart Fashion Show
Upcoming
Haute With Heart is Back – and This Year, it Sparkles
  • Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Join the celebration at Haute with Heart, where fashion meets empowerment. Experience a fabulous event filled with style and heart.
Things To Do in San Diego This Weekend
Check out this week’s Things to Do in San Diego this weekend and make your plans! We’ve got you covered with everything from nostalgic dance...
top concerts in san diego this weekend
Top Concerts in San Diego This Week
Here are the top concerts in San Diego this week! From country superstars to legendary voices and incredible hip-hop, our concert calendar is packed. Catch...
Monthly events at Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Discover a Summer Full of Events at Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
The Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is bringing the fun beyond the hotel stay with a lineup of monthly events that give locals and visitors...
87th Del Mar Thoroughbred Club summer racing season
Del Mar Racing is Back for Its 87th Summer and the Lineup is Packed
San Diego’s unofficial start to summer is here. The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club kicks off its 87th summer meet with Opening Day and a packed...
Pokemon themed weekend at Union Kitchen and Tap Gaslamp Quarter
Upcoming
Catch ‘Em All at Union Kitchen & Tap During Comic-Con Weekend
  • Union Kitchen & Tap Gaslamp
Comic-Con weekend just got a whole lot more fun. Union Kitchen and Tap in the Gaslamp is going all in on Pokémon for the full...
Tanabata Festival
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Family Fun: Tanabata Festival at Japanese Friendship Garden
  • Japanese Friendship Garden
Enjoy the summer sun and join the Tanabata Festival at the Japanese Friendship Garden! Originating from Chinese folklore, the Tanabata celebration centers on the meeting...
Salsa Under The Stars Otay Ranch Town Center
Move Your Feet for Free at Salsa Under the Stars
Celebrate summer nights at Salsa Under the Stars Otay Ranch Town Center, an event filled with dancing, music, and local flavors.
Ed Sheeran performing live at Petco Park
Upcoming
Catch Ed Sheeran Live at Petco Park
  • PETCO Park
Ed Sheeran is bringing his LOOP Stadium Tour to Petco Park – and if you know anything about an Ed Sheeran live show, you already...
Bed by 10pm san diego
All done
Relive the Golden Age of Clubbing at Bed By 10
Here’s the concept: all the energy of a proper night out, all the club classics you love, and you’re still home in bed at a...
Gaslamp Quarter Urban Pickleball
Break out the Paddles for Another Round of Urban Pickleball
Fifth Avenue is turning back into a pickleball court. The Gaslamp Quarter Association is bringing Urban Pickleball back for a six-week run, with five blocks...
Upcoming Events
MANIA The ABBA Tribute bringing the magic of ABBA to life at The Magnolia
Sing Along to Every ABBA Hit at MANIA: The World’s Number One ABBA Tribute Show
February 10, 2027
7:30 pm
  • The Magnolia
If you’ve ever wanted to relive the magic of ABBA live on stage, MANIA: The ABBA Tribute is as close as it gets. The world’s...
Bird's Eye View of Mission Bayfest
Mission Bayfest Returns to Mariner’s Point Park With Rebelution, Kolohe Kai & The Offspring
October 16, 2026
3:00 pm
  • Mariners Point
Mission Bayfest is heading back to the waterfront this fall, bringing three days of reggae, rock, and SoCal vibes to Mariner’s Point Park along the...
La Mesa Oktoberfest
Prost! La Mesa’s Oktoberfest is Back for 3 Days of Bier, Brats, and Good Times
October 2, 2026
4:00 pm
  • La Mesa Village
Join the fun at La Mesa Oktoberfest! Enjoy live entertainment, games, and great food in San Diego's biggest German celebration.
Shark Snorkeling Birch Aquarium
Shark Snorkels Return to Birch Aquarium
September 30, 2026
8:00 am
  • Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Get ready for shark snorkels at Birch Aquarium and enjoy a memorable snorkeling adventure with docile Leopard Sharks.
Fourth annual Punches in the Piazza at Piazza della Famiglia
Honor, Remember, and Give Back at Punches in the Piazza in Little Italy
September 11, 2026
6:00 pm
  • Piazza della Famiglia
The fourth annual Punches in the Piazza returns to Little Italy’s Piazza della Famiglia for an evening that blends amateur boxing, community connection, and meaningful...