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.
Gaslamp Quarter Holiday Season
Holiday Magic Takes Over the Gaslamp Quarter
The Gaslamp Quarter Holiday Season is exploding with so much festive fun it’ll make your jingle bells rock! Our historic neighborhood is transforming into one...
Snapdragon Stadium events
History in the Making: San Diego FC’s Epic Home Debut
Soccer fans, hold onto your scarves because Snapdragon Stadium events are about to reach a whole new level of incredible! The San Diego FC home...
Liberty Station's Salute the Season
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Liberty Station is About to Turn Up the Holiday Magic
  • Liberty Station
Liberty Station’s Salute the Season is swooping in to transform our beloved historic district into a dazzling winter playground. We’re beyond excited about this lineup...
The Power of Place: Inspirations from Ilan-Lael
Local Artists Honor Hubbell’s Legacy at Union Hall Gallery
Union Hall Gallery is hosting a mind-blowing showcase featuring the 2024 Visiting Artist Fellows in “The Power of Place: Inspirations from Ilan-Lael.” With over 40...
San Diego's biggest music festivals
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Behind the Festival Magic: Wonderfront Hits the Big Screen
Get ready for the ultimate festival crossover as one of San Diego’s biggest music festivals bursts onto the silver screen! “The Making of: Wonderfront” delivers...
2nd Annual Holiday Drive
San Diego’s Biggest Baby Gear Drive Returns to Spread Holiday Cheer
Get ready for one of the most heartwarming event of the season! Destination Baby Co. (DBC) is transforming San Diego into a wonderland of giving...
Grand Kyiv Ballet presents The Snow Queen
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Grand Kyiv Ballet Brings Holiday Classics to Life
  • California Center for the Arts
  • San Diego Civic Theatre
Two nights of jaw-dropping Ukrainian artistry are about to sweep us off our feet! The Grand Kyiv Ballet is bringing not one, but TWO spectacular...
Tree Lighting and Holiday Farmers Market in Otay Ranch Town Center
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Holiday Magic Sparkles in Chula Vista
  • Otay Ranch Town Center
The holiday season is about to shine a whole lot brighter! Otay Ranch Town Center is transforming into a winter wonderland with their 18th annual...
Salute to Paws 5K and Gratitude Festival for Dogs
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Wags and Miles Unite at San Diego’s Most Heartwarming 5K
  • NTC Park
Shelter to Soldier is unleashing their Inaugural Salute to Paws 5K and Gratitude Festival for Dogs, where every step you take helps rescue shelter dogs...
Mayor Todd Gloria
EO San Diego Turns 30 and Gets its Own Holiday
The San Diego Entrepreneurs’ Organization just hit the big 3-0, and they’re celebrating in true entrepreneurial style. Mayor Todd Gloria even proclaimed November 19 as...
Colonia Esperanza
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Border Art Comes Alive in This Exclusive Tijuana Tour
The Ilan Lael Foundation is opening the doors to Colonia Esperanza—a neighborhood where legendary artist James Hubbell has sprinkled his creative magic on every corner....
Camp Christmas at Pine Valley
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A Pine Valley Winter Wonderland Awaits at Camp Christmas
Ready to crank up your holiday spirit to eleven? Camp Christmas is back for its fourth spectacular year, transforming Pine Valley into San Diego‘s most...
San Diego's food scene
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A World of Flavors Unfolds at the World Naan Festival
San Diego’s food scene is about to get extra hot and fluffy as the World Naan Festival brings the beloved flatbread center stage for the...
Seaword San Diego Christmas Celebration
SeaWorld’s Holiday Magic Makes a Splash This Winter
Christmas in San Diego sparkles extra bright as the annual SeaWorld San Diego Christmas Celebration is turning the park into a sparkling winter paradise where...
the Westgate Hotel high tea
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The Westgate Hotel’s Tea Time Gets a Wicked Good Makeover
  • The Westgate Hotel
Something wicked this way comes to The Westgate Hotel high tea, and we couldn’t be more thrilled! Just in time for the highly anticipated Wicked...
Veterans Day celebrations
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Hearts and Harvest Unite for Veterans Day
The beloved Cardiff Farmers Market kicks off Veterans Day celebrations with an amazing “Create Cards for Veterans” event that turns shopping into something extra special!...
San Diego Clippers home opener with San Diego local legend Bill Walton
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Frontwave Arena to Host San Diego Clippers’ Epic Home Opener
Basketball fever hits North County as the San Diego Clippers make their spectacular debut at the dazzling new Frontwave Arena! This isn’t just any home...
Native American Art Show
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Art, Culture, and Magic Collide in the Gaslamp
Get ready for an extraordinary celebration of Native American culture as EC Gallery lights up the Gaslamp Quarter with its 5th Annual Native American Art...
San Diego Ramen Festival
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Get Ready for San Diego’s Ultimate Noodle Night
The sixth annual San Diego Ramen Festival is about to steam up the city with a spectacular feast of Japanese comfort food! A Bowl Full...
platinum-certified artist, Sabrina Carpenter Short N' Sweet Tour
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Sabrina Carpenter Brings Sweet Pop Magic to San Diego
  • Pechanga Arena San Diego
Pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter is swooping into town with her Short N’ Sweet Tour, and we’re ready to dance the night away. Fresh off her...
Dracula, a contemporary dance by the City Ballet of San Diego
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City Ballet Takes a Bite Out of Fall With ‘Dracula’
  • Balboa Theatre
Get ready to be spellbound as City Ballet of San Diego brings a thrilling mix of classic and contemporary dance to the stage this November...
Walk in Art in Hillcrest's Mural Alley
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Walk in ART Brings Hillcrest’s Creative Side to Life
Get ready for the coolest Thursday night in town as Walk in ART transforms Hillcrest’s Mural Alley into an absolute explosion of creativity, beats, and...
San Diego's dessert scene
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AAPI Pastry Stars Take Over East Village
San Diego‘s dessert scene is about to reach new heights as the AAPI Chefs Bake Sale brings together six absolutely amazing pastry chefs for what...
D-Day veterans at D-Day in San Diego
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D-Day Heroes Take Center Stage at San Diego’s Most Moving Celebration
  • InterContinental San Diego
Seven incredible D-Day veterans are making downtown San Diego their headquarters for one unforgettable evening. The SoCal French-American Chamber of Commerce is bringing these living...
Upcoming Events
Susan G. Komen San Diego’s Impact Luncheon Celebrates Survivors and Progress
March 13, 2026
11:00 am
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...
Animal Crossing with Birch Aquarium
Game Night at Birch Aquarium Brings Animal Crossing to Life After Hours
March 12, 2026
6:00 pm
  • Birch Aquarium
If you’ve ever wanted to see the worlds of gaming and ocean science collide, Game Night at Birch Aquarium is making it happen. This special...
special Mutt Menu at Madison
Wednesday Nights Just Got a Whole Lot Better at Madison on Park
March 11, 2026
5:00 pm
  • Madison on Park
No more guilty goodbyes when heading out for dinner. Dinner with Dogs at Madison on Park is making Wednesday nights the ultimate outing for anyone...
point loma new gateway sign
Point Loma Lights Up Its New Gateway Sign With Community Celebration
March 10, 2026
5:30 pm
If you’ve driven into Point Loma recently, you’ve probably noticed something new welcoming you in. The Point Loma Association is officially celebrating the completion of...
Eric Eaton Is Bringing His Adults Only Comedy Magic Show to San Diego for One Night Only
March 8, 2026
6:00 pm
  • Mic Drop Comedy
If you’ve ever thought magic was just for kids, Eric Eaton is here to change your mind – and probably blow it in the process....