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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.

Candy Land is Becoming a Real Café – and it’s Opening in San Diego

Bucket Listers and Hasbro are turning the classic board game into a full-blown dining experience, and San Diego is where it’s making its world debut....

Rooftop Cinema Club has the Perfect Lineup to Kick Off Summer

Little Italy’s rooftop movie experience atop the Porto Vista Hotel is heading into one of its biggest stretches of the year. From Memorial Day Weekend...

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Tequila, Tacos, and Palm Trees: Agave Fest Returns to La Jolla

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

When we need a reason to celebrate the end of June, Estancia La Jolla delivers. Agave Fest’s fifth year means three hours of unlimited premium...

Paul Simon Concert: A Quiet Celebration Tour

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

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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Meet the Founders Behind Fierce & Kind: The Human Spirit

Seven Grand San Diego

Some spirits brands are just about the drink. Fierce & Kind is trying to do something a little different. Founded by Basem Harb and Cyndi...

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Verbatim Books is Bringing a Mini Book Fair to North Park

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...

Festival Atmosphere at the Field of Dreamz Festival in Petco Park

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Get Ready for the Inaugural Field of Dreamz Festival at Petco Park

Petco Park – Padres Stadium

San Diego’s own Slightly Stoopid is bringing their inaugural Field of Dreamz Festival to Petco Park, and the lineup they’ve put together for their hometown...

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The Coast of PB Restaurant Walk is Back and You Should Be There

Pacific Beach

Discover Pacific Beach is bringing back one of the neighborhood’s favorite foodie events – the Coast of PB Restaurant Walk. Restaurants and shops along Garnet...

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San Diego’s Most Secretive Dinner Series is Back for Season 7

Secret Location

The Blank Table doesn’t do things the conventional way. There’s no fixed address on the invite, no menu posted in advance, and no way to...

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Free Yoga at The Rady Shell: A Stunning Bayside Way to Start Your Saturday

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

If you’re looking for a reason to get outside and move your body, this one’s hard to beat. Fit Athletic is bringing a free, all-levels...

Ponyboy is Turning This Summer Into One Long Pool Party

Ponyboy is making a serious case for being the spot of the summer. The Summer Splash series runs from May all the way through early...

Enjoy Belmont Park Events and Attractions This Month

Belmont Park has a Packed End-of-Month Lineup in Mission Beach

From a live butterfly exhibit to a kids’ entrepreneur market and a full week dedicated to honoring first responders, Belmont Park is closing out May...

Pendry San Diego’s New Floating Sound Baths

Pendry San Diego has added a new wellness experience to its spring and summer programming. The Floating Sound Bath is a 60-minute immersive experience led...

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Arts District Liberty Station’s Summer Arts Festival is Back and It’s Free

North Promenade

If you’re looking for a way to kick off summer in San Diego, this is a pretty good one. The Summer Arts Festival returns to...

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Keep Opening Day Going at Del Mar’s Official After Pony Party

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

Opening Day at Del Mar is one of San Diego’s great summer traditions – the hats, the energy, the whole scene. And if you want...

An Exciting Opening Night at the Sawdust Art Festival

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Celebrate 60 Years of Creativity at the Sawdust Art Festival This Summer

One of Southern California’s most enduring creative traditions is marking a major milestone this summer. The Sawdust Art Festival turns 60 in 2026, and if...

Memorial Day Specials Around San Diego

Memorial Day is just around the corner, and many San Diego businesses will be offering great specials! Honor the occasion with friends by taking advantage...

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Stand Up for Service: ASAP’s Military Comedy Showcase at Mic Drop

Mic Drop Comedy

San Diego has one of the largest military communities in the country, and the Armed Services Arts Partnership – ASAP for short – is doing...

Siblings, Secrets, and Stepping Back Into the Ring at La Jolla Playhouse

Some of the most complicated relationships in our lives are the ones we were born into. The Monsters, a West Coast premiere coming to La...

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Free Hip Hop Night is Taking Over North City in San Marcos

North City

San Marcos has a street party going on, and you’re invited. North City’s “Dancing in the Street” series is back with a full summer lineup...

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

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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Shop Local and Handmade: The San Diego Spring Market is Back

Port Pavilion Broadway Pier

Two days, one waterfront venue, and plenty of reasons to fill a tote bag. The San Diego Spring Market is taking over Port Pavilion at...

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Heritage Fire Brings San Diego’s Best Chefs to Ingram Plaza

Ingram Plaza

There’s something about live-fire cooking that just hits different – the crackle, the smoke, the smell of something incredible coming off the grill. Heritage Fire...

Carté Hotel May Events Lineup Includes Watch Parties, a Pool Party, and Live Music

Carte Hotel May Events Lineup for Your Weekends

From rooftop house music and poolside BBQs to an intimate live music showcase and a Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon finish line party, Carté Hotel is...

Insomniac's Into the Horizon Festival crowd at Waterfront Park San Diego

Lose Yourself in Two Days of EDM at the Horizon Festival

June 27, 2026

3:00 pm

Waterfront Park

Insomniac’s Into the Horizon Festival is coming to Waterfront Park in Downtown San Diego for a two-day electronic music event on the city’s most iconic...

San Diego

Love is a Drag Bombshells and Brunch Pride event at Pacific Beach AleHouse Beer Garden

Celebrate Pride at Love is a Drag: Bombshells & Brunch at Pacific Beach AleHouse

June 27, 2026

12:00 pm

Pacific Beach AleHouse is bringing the heat for Pride with Love is a Drag: Bombshells & Brunch – a Love Island-inspired drag brunch taking over...

San Diego

Natsu Nights summer night market series at Japanese Friendship Garden

Spend a Summer Evening at the Japanese Friendship Garden During Natsu Nights

June 27, 2026

12:00 pm

Japanese Friendship Garden

The Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum in Balboa Park is hosting Natsu Nights, a summer night market series that transforms the garden into something a...

Balboa Park

Open the Symphony Season Under the Stars at the Rady Shell

June 26, 2026

7:30 pm

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

The San Diego Symphony's summer season kicks off at The Rady Shell with a sweeping program lead by Rafael Payare.

San Diego

Celebrate 60 Years of Creativity at the Sawdust Art Festival This Summer

June 26, 2026

11:00 am

One of Southern California’s most enduring creative traditions is marking a major milestone this summer. The Sawdust Art Festival turns 60 in 2026, and if...

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