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The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of June 29, 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.

Mister A rooftop bar with an airplane passing by in the horizon

The Best Rooftop Bars in San Diego Right Now

San Diego was built for rooftop bars. The weather is right almost every night of the year, the coastline and skyline give you something to...

Spring Programs Bloom at the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum

Spring is in full swing at the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum in Balboa Park, and the April lineup is filled with inspiring ways to...

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Saddle Up for “Good Vibes & Tan Lines” – Andaz San Diego’s Western Rooftop Party is Coming

Andaz Hotel San Diego

Downtown San Diego is getting a Wild West takeover this spring, and we’re here for every boot-scootin’ second of it. Andaz San Diego is throwing...

Sophie Ancel Brings Needle-Felted Landscapes to Alliance Française San Diego

There’s an art exhibition coming to Alliance Française San Diego that’s genuinely worth clearing your calendar for. French-American artist Sophie Ancel is bringing her needle-felted...

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An Evening Worth Showing Up For: The Phillip Collum Scholarship Fundraiser

Some events are worth clearing your schedule for – not just because they’re a good time, but because the cause behind them genuinely matters. The...

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SpaTerre at Kona Kai is Hosting a Wellness Day – and it’s the Perfect Mother’s Day Morning

Kona Kai Resort and Spa

Whether you’re overdue for some self-care or looking for a genuinely thoughtful way to celebrate Mom, SpaTerre at Kona Kai San Diego has something special...

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MCASD’s Avant Garde Ball is Back – Larger Than Life and Ready to Move You

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

San Diego’s contemporary art scene has a standout night on the calendar. The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) is bringing back its Avant...

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The Kona Kai Clam Bake is Back for Another Round

Kona Kai Resort and Spa

If you loved last year’s seaside feast, get ready, because Kona Kai San Diego is bringing back its Clam Bake for another round. And this...

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San Diego Zoo’s Food, Wine & Brew: A Wild Night With a Purpose

San Diego Zoo

There’s no better excuse to spend a Saturday evening at the San Diego Zoo. This is especially true when great food, great drinks, and a...

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Bob Moses & Cannons Bring the Afterglow Tour to the Rady Shell

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

San Diego’s outdoor concert season is heating up, and this one has all the makings of a memorable night. Bob Moses and Cannons are joining...

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San Diego Orchid Show Returns to Balboa Park With “Orchids in the Park”

Casa Del Prado

Balboa Park has a way of pulling you in on a weekend, and the San Diego Orchid Show gives you a very good reason to...

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Swing Into Nostalgia at “A Starlight Swing” Fundraiser in Balboa Park

Balboa Park Club

Step back in time and spend a joyful afternoon filled with music, dancing, and community at A Starlight Swing, a special fundraiser supporting the restoration...

Kate Tova’s New Exhibition at OMA Asks What it Really Means to Rest

If the pace of modern life has left you feeling stretched thin, Kate Tova’s latest exhibition might be exactly the kind of experience you need...

11 of the Best Hikes in San Diego…Most Within 15 Minutes of Your Door!

Mix San Diego’s ample supply of sunshine with its proximity to the ocean, mountains, and the many canyons that run throughout the county, and it’s...

Lions Tigers & Bears Wild in the Country

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Wild in the Country Returns to Lions Tigers & Bears’ Alpine Sanctuary

Lions Tigers & Bears

Lions Tigers & Bears is Southern California’s only accredited big cat and bear sanctuary, and Wild in the Country is their signature annual fundraising gala...

San Diego Botanic Garden Sips & Science Event

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Earth Day With a Twist – Sips & Science is Coming to the San Diego Botanic Garden

San Diego Botanic Garden

If you’re looking for a reason to celebrate Earth Day that goes beyond the usual, the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas has something worth...

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Spring is in Full Bloom at the Coronado Flower Show

Spring in Coronado means one thing – the beloved Coronado Flower Show is back, and this year it’s introducing an exciting new addition. The 104th...

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Celebrate Earth Day at the Sip, Shop, and Educate Fair in Sorrento Mesa

Looking for a meaningful way to celebrate Earth Day in San Diego? Head to Sorrento Mesa for the Earth Day Fair: Sip, Shop and Educate,...

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Celebrate Mother’s Day With a Scenic Gondola Cruise in the Coronado Cays

If you’re looking for a memorable way to celebrate Mom, a peaceful gondola ride through the Coronado Cays offers a charming escape without ever leaving...

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The San Diego Museum Of Art Invites You To Bloom Bash 2023

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Bloom Bash Brings Parisian Glamour to Art Alive at SDMA

The San Diego Museum of Art

If you’re looking for a night that blends art, culture, and a little late-night sparkle, Bloom Bash is the place to be. This radiant soirée...

San Diego French Film Festival Returns With Julie Delpy as Patron

Film lovers and Francophiles have plenty to look forward to as the San Diego French Film Festival returns, celebrating storytelling from across the French-speaking world....

La Jolla Symphony & Chorus Play-and-Sing-a-Thon

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La Jolla Symphony & Chorus is Hosting an All-Day Music Marathon – And it’s Free

Conrad Prebys Music Center

San Diego has no shortage of ways to spend a Sunday, but this one is a little different. The La Jolla Symphony & Chorus (LJS&C)...

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Reset and Reconnect at the Ikigai Wellness Retreat at the Japanese Friendship Garden

Japanese Friendship Garden

If you’ve been craving a full reset that feels intentional, this one’s worth clearing your calendar for. The Ikigai Wellness Retreat is coming to the...

La Jolla Historical Society Growing Together Series

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Art, Murals, and Good Vibes – La Jolla’s Growing Together Series is Back

La Jolla Historical Society

The La Jolla Historical Society (LJHS) is keeping the momentum going with the second installment of its Growing Together series. This is a free, six-event...

Families celebrating the start of summer at San Diego Model Railroad Museum Balboa Park

The San Diego Model Railroad Museum is Kicking Off Summer With a Family Day

June 13, 2026

11:00 am

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

The San Diego Model Railroad Museum is celebrating the start of summer with a full day of family-friendly activities – and everything is included with...

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US Police & Fire Championships Return to San Diego for 59th Season

June 13, 2026

8:00 am

San Diego has always had a deep connection to the men and women who serve in public safety, and every June, that connection gets a...

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Jefferson Starship for San Diego County Fair

The San Diego Fair’s Paddock Stage Lineup is Stacked This Summer

June 10, 2026

9:00 pm

Every summer, the San Diego County Fair rolls out a full concert series on the Chevrolet Paddock Stage – and the best part is it’s...

Del Mar

Paul Simon Concert: A Quiet Celebration Tour

Paul Simon’s Quiet Celebration Tour Stops at The Rady Shell

June 9, 2026

7:00 pm

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Paul Simon is bringing his “A Quiet Celebration Tour” to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park this summer. After a strong US run last year,...

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Step Into an Enchanted Evening at Balboa Park’s Inaugural Garden Party

June 6, 2026

5:00 pm

Balboa Park is doing something it’s never done before. The first-ever Balboa Park Garden Party is coming this summer, presented by Whittier Trust, and it’s...

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