The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of October 5, 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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Sip and Savor at Taste of Rancho Santa Fe

The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, A Tribute Portfolio Resort & Spa

The Rancho Santa Fe Rotary Club is bringing back Taste of Rancho Santa Fe for its 12th year, and it’s shaping up to be one...

A storyteller on stage at About Last Night

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Laugh Along at About Last Night’s Dating Disasters

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

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Paddle Mission Bay After Dark at Nightmare on the Bay

Ski Beach

Dive into the Halloween spirit with Paddle Boarding SD's Nightmare on the Bay. Celebrate with costumed paddlers under the stars.

A packed concert hall for LJMS 58th Winter Season October lineup

Dive into a Month of Music at La Jolla Music Society

La Jolla Music Society’s 58th Winter Season rolls into October with an incredible lineup, spanning free courtyard jazz concerts, world-class classical performances, and a Día...

Shoppers scoring vinyl deals at Vinyl at the Market

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Sip, Shop, and Spin at Vinyl at the Market

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...

A festive fall atmosphere at Big Bear Fall weekend events

Head to Big Bear for These Three Fall Events

Fall in Big Bear hits that sweet spot between summer lake trips and ski season, and it’s shaping up to be a great excuse for...

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Celebrate 27 Years of Pacific Beachfest on the PB Boardwalk

Pacific Beach

Join the excitement at Pacific Beachfest! Enjoy live music, food contests, and craft booths along the sand for ten amazing hours.

The quartet on stage at Art of Tango The Conrad

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Dive into the World of Tango at The Conrad

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

CAMARADA, a resident company at The Conrad, is back with The Art of Tango III, an evening that pulls you into tango’s world through music,...

A festive fall scene at the Pumpkin & Marigold Harvest Festival

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Spend the Weekend at Mellano Farm Stand’s Harvest Festival

Fall is officially in the air, and Mellano Farm Stand is celebrating with six straight weekends of autumn charm, colorful blooms, and family fun. Between...

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Step Into Masquerade After Dark at Top of the Hyatt

Manchester Grand Hyatt

Discover the enchanting atmosphere of Masquerade After Dark at the Top of the Hyatt, featuring cocktails and sushi with a twist.

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Spend a Sunday Evening With Tango and Opera at SDMA

San Diego Museum of Art

Experience the SDMA Poetics of the Arrabal with breathtaking performances by the Camarada Tango Quartet and Tijuana's finest.

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Get Spirited Away on Mission Bay’s Día de los Muertos Halloween Party Cruise

Bahia Resort Hotel

Halloween night on the water, with a Día de los Muertos theme and an undead DJ on the decks. The William D. Evans sets out...

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

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Shop Local Art at the University Heights ‘Sip & Shop’

Discover the charm of University Heights Sip & Shop, where local artists and delicious brews create an unforgettable evening.

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Hear a World Premiere at Camarada’s Where Beauty Persists

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

Discover the intriguing world premiere of Where Beauty Persists the conrad featuring a dynamic flute and vibraphone collaboration.

Catch Free Live Music Every Tuesday at the Leucadia Listening Lounge

Leucadia Listening Lounge offers a new local musician every week. Enjoy free live music and immerse yourself in the local scene.

A memorable night at Andrés Martín The Conrad performance

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Catch Andrés Martín’s Solo Show at The Conrad

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

CAMARADA, a resident company at The Conrad, is presenting Time Traveler, an immersive solo performance from double bassist Andrés Martín that turns a night of...

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Celebrate San Diego’s LGBTQ+ Trailblazers at The Center’s 2026 Community Wall of Honor Ceremony

San Diego’s LGBTQ+ history runs deep, and The Center in Hillcrest has been keeping track of it for a long time. The 2026 Community Wall...

Food and drinks on display at Taste of North Park

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Eat, Drink, and Stroll at Taste of North Park

North Park Mini Park

North Park’s biggest food and drink celebration is back. Taste of North Park returns for its 15th annual event, bringing more than 50 food tastings...

Families enjoying Harvest on the Promenade Liberty Station

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Wander Through The Glowing Hollow at Harvest on the Promenade

North Promenade

A new fall tradition is coming to Liberty Station’s North Promenade with Harvest on the Promenade, a two-day festival built around five immersive family experiences,...

Mötley Crüe performing at The Return of the Carnival of Sins

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Rock Out With Mötley Crüe in Chula Vista

North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre

The Return of the Carnival of Sins is bringing Mötley Crüe back on the road for a run that celebrates both the show’s 20th anniversary...

Comedians performing at Killers of Kill Tony

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Catch Killers of Kill Tony Live at the Civic Theatre

Civic Theater

Kill Tony, the number one live podcast in the world, is hitting the road, and its most beloved regulars are bringing their standup to the...

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Ride into the Holidays at Almost Nakey SantaCon

Belmont Park

The most magical day of the year is back, and Belmont Park is transforming into a full-blown Christmas winter wonderland for Almost Nakey SantaCon 2026....