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The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of August 10, 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.

What’s Coming to Frontwave Arena in 2026: Sports, Shows & New League Debuts

Frontwave Arena in Oceanside has packed its 2026 calendar with everything from USA Basketball World Cup Qualifiers to a brand-new professional BMX racing league. Since...

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CRSSD Festival Spring ’26 Returns to the Waterfront

Waterfront Park

CRSSD Festival is back for Spring ’26, and we are ready for another weekend by the bay. FNGRS CRSSD once again takes over Waterfront Park...

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FREE Lunar New Year Celebration at Mission Valley Mall

Mission Valley Mall

Mission Valley Mall is hosting a free Lunar New Year celebration that’s perfect for families looking to experience the holiday without committing to a full...

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Lions Tigers and Bears with Two Powerful Love Stories

Lions Tigers and Bears in Alpine has built its mission around rescue and companionship, and some of the bonds formed at the sanctuary are as...

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The Gaslamp Quarter Turns Into a Multi-Cultural Party Zone This February

The Gaslamp Quarter is about to have one of its busiest weekends of the year, and honestly, it sounds like the kind of thing where...

Katsuya Ko Brings a Fresh Take on Japanese Dining to La Jolla’s Westfield UTC

Sam Nazarian’s sbe Entertainment Group just opened Katsuya Ko at Westfield UTC, and it’s a different vibe than what you might expect if you’re familiar...

For the Love of Self exhibition at The Guild Hotel

David Mont Virgen’s “For the Love of Self” Opens at The Guild Hotel

The Guild Hotel in Downtown San Diego just opened For the Love of Self, the first solo exhibition by cross-border artist David Mont Virgen, and...

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Start Your Valentine’s Day With Pilates, Sound Baths, and Art at MCASD

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to follow the usual script. This year, Mornings at the Museum is kicking off 2026 with a feel-good celebration of self-care...

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Where Art Meets Attraction: A Curated Singles Evening at The San Diego Museum of Art

San Diego Museum of Art

If you’ve been wondering how to meet someone without the usual dating app fatigue, Amador Matchmaking has an answer that sounds fun. They’re hosting Art...

LEGOLAND California’s New LEGO Galaxy Opens With a Custom Rollercoaster Experience

LEGOLAND California just gave us a sneak peek at their most ambitious project yet, and it’s sending families straight to the stars. LEGO Galaxy represents...

Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar Brings Casual Science Talks to Local Breweries All Month

Fleet Science Center’s Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar series does exactly what the name promises – puts local scientists in bars where anyone can...

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For the Love of Chocolate Festival Returns for a Day of Refined Indulgence

The For the Love of Chocolate Festival is back, and it’s the kind of elevated tasting experience that gives you an excuse to eat chocolate...

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Grown-Up Carnival Takes Over Liberty Station for Junior League Fundraiser

Stone Brewery Liberty Station

The Junior League of San Diego is throwing Winter Wins: Carnival & Live Auction at Stone Brewing Liberty Station, and if you’ve ever wanted to...

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Estancia La Jolla and Pop Up Bagels Team Up for Bagels & Blooms Wellness Event

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa is partnering with Pop Up Bagels – La Jolla’s newly-opened bagel spot – for a wellness-focused Valentine’s Day weekend...

Liberty Station 250 Years of America celebration

Liberty Station Celebrates 250 Years of America and Naval Legacy This Year

Liberty Station is marking 250 years of America – and its own deep naval legacy – with specialty programming throughout 2026. The former Naval Training...

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Pickleball Tournament Raises Funds to Fight Education Inequities in San Diego

The Equitable Schools Fund is hosting a community pickleball event in Carlsbad to address something the San Diego Union-Tribune has been shining a light on:...

San Diego Staycation: Romance Month at Rancho Bernardo Inn

Rancho Bernardo Inn is going all-in on Romance Month this February, turning Valentine’s Day into a month-long celebration with elevated dining, spa indulgences, and staycation...

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Susan G. Komen San Diego’s Impact Luncheon Celebrates Survivors and Progress

Susan G. Komen San Diego is hosting its annual Impact Luncheon, bringing together survivors, advocates, medical leaders, and community partners for an afternoon that celebrates...

La Jolla Music Society Launches Free Music 101 Lecture Series at The Conrad

La Jolla Music Society is launching a new free lecture series at The Conrad, and if you’ve ever wanted to understand classical music without feeling...

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MCASD’s Art Auction Returns With 60 Works From Emerging and Established Artists

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego is gearing up for its biennial Art Auction, and if you’ve been looking for a way to grow...

LJMS’s February Lineup Brings Grammy Winners and World-Class Artists to The Conrad

La Jolla Music Society is stacking February with some seriously impressive talent at The Conrad, and the lineup covers everything from Cuban jazz to operatic...

Prince St. Pizza and Spill the Beans Team Up for February’s Pizza Bagel Collaboration

Spill the Beans is collaborating with Prince St. Pizza for February’s flavor of the month, and it’s exactly the kind of mashup that makes sense...

Cruise Into Romance This Valentine’s Day With The Gondola Company

If you’re looking for something extra romantic for Valentine’s Day – and by romantic, we mean old-world, cinematic, and worth planning for – The Gondola...

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San Diego Museum Month Returns With Half-Off Admission at 70+ Spots

Several Locations

San Diego Museum Month is back for February, and if you’ve been putting off visiting that museum you’ve been curious about, this is your excuse....

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...

Balboa Park

Verbatim Books is Bringing a Mini Book Fair to North Park

June 6, 2026

10:00 am

North Park

Verbatim Books has been quietly building something great with the North Park Community Fair – a monthly gathering on the first Saturday of every month...

North Park

University Heights Community-Wide Garage Sale annual neighborhood event San Diego

University Heights is Throwing a Neighborhood-Wide Garage Sale and Everyone’s Invited

June 6, 2026

7:00 am

Every year, University Heights turns into one big treasure hunt – and this year is no different. The annual Community-Wide Garage Sale brings together 60-plus...

Golden State Ballet Midsummer Night's Dream

Shakespeare’s Dreamiest Ballet is Coming to Balboa Park

June 5, 2026

7:30 pm

Balboa Theatre

Experience the magic of Golden State Ballet Midsummer Night's Dream at Balboa Theatre this June. Do not miss the enchanting performances.

San Diego

EXPO Design Market Returns to MCASD With a Full Weekend of Art, Design, and Music

June 5, 2026

6:00 pm

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

Discover innovative ideas at the EXPO Design Market MCASD while enjoying special discounts on gallery admission all weekend.

La Jolla