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The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of June 15, 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.
San Diego Civic Theatre
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Embrace the Wonder of The Nutcracker With the Golden State Ballet
  • San Diego Civic Theatre
The Nutcracker is the ultimate holiday tradition, and this year’s production promises pure magic. With Tchaikovsky’s iconic score performed live by the San Diego Symphony,...
Little Italy tree lighting
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Jingle All the Way to This Year’s Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village
  • Piazza della Famiglia
Little Italy is transforming into a winter wonderland for its annual Tree Lighting and Christmas Village, and if you’re looking for a neighborhood holiday celebration...
Holiday At Petco Park Returs Bigger And Better For Its 3rd Year
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Holiday Wonderland Returns to Petco Park
  • PETCO Park
Holiday Wonderland is back at Gallagher Square for its fifth year, and if you’ve been looking for a comprehensive holiday experience that goes beyond just...
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Celebrate the Season at The Forum Carlsbad’s Tree Lighting
The Forum Carlsbad is bringing back its Tree Lighting Celebration for the 23rd year, and if you’re in North County looking for a holiday event...
The Mental Bar Art Show
December Events at The Mental Bar
The Mental Bar is running two solid December events that give you reasons to visit beyond just grabbing a drink. We’re talking weekly Pilates sessions...
The Jingle Bar Christmas pop-up bar
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Experience Christmas Magic at the Jingle Bar San Diego
The number one most talked about Christmas pop-up bar is finally opening in San Diego, and if you’ve been following Jingle Bar’s success in other...
Holiday Gondola Cruises
Set Sail Into the Season With Holiday Gondola Cruises
The Gondola Company is running Holiday Gondola Cruises through the Coronado Cays, and if you’ve been looking for a date night or group outing that’s...
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RCC Embarcadero: Your Holiday Season Destination for Fireside Films and Festive Fun
  • Manchester Grand Hyatt
Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero at the Manchester Grand Hyatt has announced its December slate, and if you’re looking for something to do this holiday season...
Campland on the Bay holiday programming
Holiday Magic and Timeless Traditions Shine at Campland on the Bay
Campland on the Bay is running holiday programming from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve, and if you’ve been looking for a way to spend the...
Tower 16 CoWork
Tower 16 CoWork Opens Flagship Location in Encinitas
Tower 16 CoWork just opened its flagship coworking space in Encinitas, and if you’re tired of working from coffee shops or your kitchen table but...
Birch Aquarium Meditation Ocean
Birch Aquarium Opens Meditation Ocean: Aquarius Reef Base
Birch Aquarium at Scripps just opened Meditation Ocean: Aquarius Reef Base, and if you’ve been looking for something that blends art, science, and actual meditation...
Gaslamp Pet Parade
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Santa Paws Brings the Gaslamp Pet Parade Back for the Holidays
If you’ve been waiting all year to dress your pet in a ridiculous holiday outfit and parade them through downtown San Diego, December 13 is...
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Third Avenue Transforms for the Annual Starlight Parade and Tree Lighting
The Starlight Parade is back for its 61st year, and it’s the kind of tradition that draws thousands for good reason. Third Avenue transforms into...
Feather Joe Welcomes You To Father Joe's 21st Annual Thanksgiving Day 5K!
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Run, Walk, or Trot for a Cause at Father Joe’s Villages Thanksgiving 5K
  • Balboa Park
Event to reunite San Diego community for a lively family and dog-friendly run and post-race festival
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Surfin’ Santa Swaps His Sleigh for a Surfboard at Seaport Village
Santa’s trading his sleigh for a surfboard again, and honestly, it makes way more sense for San Diego. Surfin’ Santa returns to Seaport Village, delivering...
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Adams Avenue Spirit Stroll Returns for Its 9th Year
The Adams Avenue Spirit Stroll is back and ready to kick off the holiday season the right way. This neighborhood tradition returns Saturday, November 29,...
Liberty Station Tree Lighting Ceremony at 2022 Salute The Season
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Liberty Station Kicks Off Salute the Season With the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
  • Liberty Station
Mark your calendars for the kick-off of the holiday season at the 2025 Salute the Season main event, the Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony! Gather your...
Winter Wonderland at Lakehouse Resort
Lakehouse Resort Transforms Into North County’s Ultimate Winter Paradise
Winter Wonderland at Lakehouse Resort is turning San Marcos into one of North County’s premier holiday destinations. From twinkling lights reflecting off Lake San Marcos...
Getting To December Nights Tips At Balboa Park
6 Tips to Help You Beat the Traffic at December Nights
It’s no secret that the holiday spectacular of December Nights at Balboa Park attracts huge crowds of merry seekers every year, and this year’s event,...
December Nights At Balboa Park Is Back For 2022!
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Kick Off the Holiday Season at December Nights in Balboa Park
  • Balboa Park
The City of San Diego’s annual holiday festival, December Nights, is just around the corner! There is no bigger or better way to fully immerse...
Sparks Gallery
Sparks Gallery Showcases Art Inspired by James Hubbell’s Ilan-Lael
Sparks Gallery is now showing Power of Place: Inspirations from Ilan-Lael, an exhibition featuring work from local artists who spent time at the home and...
San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade
12 Things to Do for the Holidays That are Uniquely San Diego
While the holiday season in San Diego may not be your typical winter landscape, there’s plenty of festive fun to be had in our slice...
guide to Winter Getaway to Park City for San Diego travelers
Escapes: Your Guide to a Winter Getaway to Park City
When the snow starts to fall, few places can match the magic of Park City, Utah. With its world-class skiing, charming Main Street, and luxurious...
San Diego Road Trips - Idyllwild
Escapes: Your Guide to a Perfect Idyllwild Getaway
One of the best things about living in San Diego is the variety of amazing places to visit that are just a few hour road...
Upcoming Events
Estancia La Jolla Annual Garden Party
Estancia La Jolla’s Annual Garden Party Returns This April
April 12, 2026
12:00 pm
  • Estancia La Jolla
Spring in La Jolla feels a little more magical when Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa opens its gardens for its Annual Garden Party. Set...
La Jolla Symphony & Chorus Play-and-Sing-a-Thon
La Jolla Symphony & Chorus is Hosting an All-Day Music Marathon – And it’s Free
April 12, 2026
12:00 pm
  • 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)...
San Diego Magazine's Brunch Bash
San Diego Magazine’s Brunch Bash Returns to Omni La Costa for the Ultimate Sunday Funday
April 12, 2026
11:00 am
  • Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
If brunch is your love language, clear your Sunday plans. San Diego Magazine’s Brunch Bash is back, and it’s taking over the gorgeous grounds of...
Miranda Lambert Boots in the Park
Miranda Lambert Is Bringing Boots in the Park Back to San Diego’s Waterfront
April 11, 2026
1:00 pm
  • Waterfront Park
San Diego’s country music scene has a big day coming, and it’s one worth planning around. Boots in the Park returns to Waterfront Park, with...
Garibaldi Sunset Yoga Golden Hour Flow
Sunset Yoga on the Waterfront – Garibaldi and Elevate Fitness Team Up for Golden Hour Flow
April 8, 2026
6:00 pm
  • Garibaldi
San Diego has no shortage of gorgeous views, but finding a setting that pairs them with something restorative is a different story. Garibaldi and Elevate...