The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of September 28, 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.

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Ride a Piece of San Diego History at Balboa Park’s National Carousel Day

Balboa Park Carousel

Experience the magic of National Carousel Day Balboa Park featuring the Dorothea Laub carousel and free entertainment.

Summer wine tasting at Mission Bay Beach Club with bay views

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Taste Your Way Through Premium Wines at Mission Bay Beach Club

A wine tasting on Mission Bay with Michelin’s 2021 Sommelier of the Year leading the way – yes, that’s actually the plan. Charlotte Randolph is...

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San Diego Realtors

Josh Taylor, Realtor: The Aussie Agent Who Sells San Diego Block by Block

Meet Aussie Josh, a San Diego Realtor® and team lead at NEIGHBORHOOD at Compass. With more than $150 million in sales, he brings local expertise to buyers, sellers, and investors.

Strange and Supernatural Soiree after hours at Davis-Horton House Gaslamp Quarter

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Spend a Haunted Evening at the Gaslamp Museum’s Strange and Supernatural Soiree

One of the Gaslamp Quarter’s most historic buildings is opening its doors after dark – and it’s not going to be a typical Friday night....

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Dig Through Vinyl and Japonesia Goods at The Woo’s Summer Market

Join us for the summer market in San Diego featuring 40+ vendors, music, and unique Japonesia goods for all ages.

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Enjoy Italy’s Greatest Summer Holiday Right Here in Little Italy

Discover the magic of Ferragosto: Sotto Le Stelle with Convivio. Join us for an evening of tradition, music, and Italian culture.

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Bring the Pup up to Big Bear for Puptopia 2026

Veteran’s Park

Big Bear is throwing its third annual Puptopia Festival, and it’s a full day built for dogs (and the humans who love them). We’re talking...

Drink, Feast, and Party Your Way Through Tiki Oasis 2026

Tiki Oasis is back for another five nights, and this year’s theme is Psychedelic Tiki – which is exactly as fun as it sounds. Diaphanous...

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Pack a Picnic for Surf Rock Night at the Garden

San Diego Botanic Garden

Thursday nights just got better. The San Diego Botanic Garden is bringing back its Summer Nights series with a Surf Rock Night featuring The Surf...

The reimagined Top of the Hyatt 40 floors above downtown San Diego at Manchester Grand Hyatt

Step Into the Reimagined Top of the Hyatt for Cocktails, Views, and Asian-Inspired Dining

If you haven’t been to Top of the Hyatt lately – or ever – now is a genuinely good time to go. The sky-high venue...

Over 130 local makers and artisans at San Diego Made Summer Market

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Shop Small and Discover Local Makers at the San Diego Made Summer Market

Ingram Plaza
NTC Park

The San Diego Made Summer Market is back at Ingram Plaza at Liberty Station for its third year – and if you haven’t been before,...

Josh Taylor, Realtor: The Aussie Agent Who Sells San Diego Block by Block

Meet Josh Taylor, also known as Aussie Josh, a San Diego Realtor® and team lead at NEIGHBORHOOD at Compass. With more than $150 million in sales, he combines local expertise, standout marketing, and real-world investment experience to help buyers, sellers, and investors succeed.

Run, Cheer, and Celebrate at San Diego Pride Weekend 2026

San Diego Pride is back, and this year’s edition is stacked. Two days at Marston Point in Balboa Park. A parade through Hillcrest that’s basically...

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Catch Three World Premieres at The Rosin Box Project’s DEBUTS

Liberty Station

Big one for the dance calendar: The Rosin Box Project is bringing DEBUTS back to Liberty Station, and this year’s lineup is fully stacked. Three...

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Savor, Stroll, & Shop: Experience the 2026 ArtWalk Liberty Station

Ingram Plaza
Liberty Station

ArtWalk Liberty Station returns for its 21st year at the Arts District at Liberty Station – starting with a Friday Preview pARTy sponsored by Ranch...

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Toast the Giants Exhibit’s Final Weekend at MCASD

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

MCASD is sending off Giants: Art from the Dean Collection the right way. Joe Kay, founder of Soulection, is on the decks. DJ Sasha Marie...

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Catch Three Screenings at the Bicycle Film Fest

Museum of Photographic Arts

Good news, cyclists and film lovers: the Bicycle Film Festival is rolling back into San Diego for its 26th year. This year’s stop lands at...

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Come as You Are: Lavande Vitality House Reopens in Bird Rock

Be part of the Lavande Vitality House grand reopening and discover the new healing spaces designed for community wellness and reflection.

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Come Check Out the WD-40 x Throtl Cars and Coffee Event at Camber and Caster

If you’re into cars, this is a pretty easy Saturday morning plan. San Diego’s own WD-40 Brand is teaming up with Throtl – the automotive...

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Watch America’s Top Breakers Battle for a World Final Spot at Port Pavilion

Port Pavilion Broadway Pier

Experience the thrilling Red Bull BC One competition in San Diego. Top dancers compete for the national title in breaking culture.

Harvest Moon Dinner by Ilan Lael Foundation

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Slip Away to Julian for the Harvest Moon Dinner

Here’s a great excuse to head east: the Ilan-Lael Foundation’s fourth annual Harvest Moon Dinner returns to the Julian back country for an unforgettable evening...

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Relive the 2000s With The Fray and Dashboard Confessional

Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre

Catch The Fray Summer of Light Tour as they bring their cinematic rock sound to life alongside Dashboard Confessional and Colony House.

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Make a Difference at the Joggin’ for Frogmen 5k at NTC Park Liberty Station

Liberty Station
NTC Park in Liberty Station

The Joggin’ for Frogmen 5k is back at NTC Park at Liberty Station – a family-friendly race with a genuine purpose behind it. The race...

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Shop the Waterfront at the Markets for Makers San Diego Summer Market

Port Pavilion Broadway Pier

Experience the vibrant Markets for Makers San Diego Summer Market at Broadway Pier and support independent artisans this summer.

Eat Your Way Down El Cajon Boulevard at the Taste of College Area

September 27, 2026

11:00 am

College Area Business District

Discover hidden gems along El Cajon Boulevard at the Taste of College Area. Enjoy a variety of cuisines all in one delightful route.

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Shoppers scoring vinyl deals at Vinyl at the Market

Sip, Shop, and Spin at Vinyl at the Market

September 27, 2026

10:00 am

Liberty Public Market

Mark your calendars: Vinyl at the Market is making its return to Liberty Public Market, and it’s landing on the final day of Craftoberfest. Grab...

Liberty Station

A storyteller on stage at About Last Night

Laugh Along at About Last Night’s Dating Disasters

September 26, 2026

8:00 pm

Laugh and cringe with About Last Night San Diego as locals recount their worst dating experiences with unforgettable storytelling.

Gaslamp Quarter

Catch USA vs. Mexico at the Continental Cup in Oceanside

September 26, 2026

7:00 pm

Do not miss the excitement of the Continental Cup at Frontwave Arena, featuring USA versus Mexico in thrilling indoor soccer action.

Oceanside

A festive crowd enjoying Movie in the Park

Bring Your Best Costume to Movie in the Park

September 26, 2026

6:00 pm

Grab your witchiest outfit and head to University Heights for a fall-inspired Movie in the Park, featuring a film chosen by the community. Between the...

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