The Craving: San Diego Food + Drink News – Week of October 12, 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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Explore Art and Wine Along the Streets of La Jolla Village

Downtown La Jolla
Girard Avenue

Experience the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival with over 170 artists showcasing fine art in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Labor Day Weekend at Campland on the Bay

Camp, Play, and Party on Mission Bay this Labor Day

Summer’s last hurrah is here, and Campland on the Bay and Mission Bay RV Resort are throwing everything they’ve got at Labor Day weekend. Between...

Crowds soaking up the creativity at Alley Cat Art Fest

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Wander Downtown El Cajon’s Arts District at Alley Cat Art Fest

Get ready for a day filled with art, music, and creativity at Alley Cat Art Fest. This free, open-air festival brings together the best of...

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Paddle Into a Floating DJ Set at A Burn On The Bay

Ski Beach

Explore the scenic beauty of Mission Bay during Playa Paddle. Enjoy paddling under the sunset with DJ music and a supportive community.

Otay Ranch Town Center's Hispanic Heritage Celebration in full swing

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Dance the Night Away at Otay Ranch Town Center’s Hispanic Heritage Celebration

Otay Ranch Town Center

Otay Ranch Town Center is kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month in style with its annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration. Held at the Food Pavilion in...

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Catch 52 Acts on the Downtown Waterfront at CRSSD Festival Fall

Waterfront Park

Experience the vibrant CRSSD Festival Fall featuring an exciting mix of 52 acts over the weekend in beautiful Waterfront Park.

Catch a Movie Under the Stars at Rooftop Cinema Club

Rooftop Cinema Club is bringing its A-game to September, and this lineup is stacked: a pet-friendly Moana screening, new 2026 releases, a Halloween-ready thriller series,...

Kilowatt Brewing Partners With Local Muralists To Enhance Partitioned Patio In OB

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Shop Local Art at Kilowatt Brewing’s Wednesday Night Art Market

Kilowatt Brewing Ocean Beach

Enjoy a fantastic Wednesday at the Kilowatt Brewery night market with craft beers and original art from talented local creators.

Head Outside This Fall With Birch Aquarium’s Outdoor Adventures

Take part in Birch Aquarium outdoor adventures for a chance to walk the Scripps Pier and explore the beautiful La Jolla coast.

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Make Cascarones, Watch the Parade, and Judge the Guac’ Off at Old Town’s Free Fiestas Patrias

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

Fiestas Patrias is back at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, and this year’s lineup makes a strong case for rearranging your Saturday. The...

Sip Into California Wine Month in Temecula Valley

September is when Temecula stops being a day trip you keep meaning to take and starts being the point. Harvest is on, nearly 50 wineries...

Follow Ichabod, Meet Mr. Hyde, and Do the Time Warp at the Balboa Theatre

Uncover the balboa theatre haunted happenings and enjoy a thrilling night filled with classic films and ghostly ambiance.

Punjab-inspired imagery from Rupinder Kaloti The Gathering exhibition

Discover The Gathering by Rupinder Kaloti at OMA

Oceanside Museum of Art is hosting the museum debut of Punjabi-American artist Rupinder “Rupy” Kaloti, and The Gathering is exactly the kind of show that...

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Get Your Motor Running at the Sunset Cliffs Auto Show

San Diego’s most scenic car show is back, and it’s bringing classic cars, custom builds, and hot rods right to the coast in Ocean Beach...

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Spend a Saturday Night With Earth, Wind & Fire at the Civic Theatre

San Diego Civic Theatre

Join the excitement at the Earth, Wind & Fire San Diego concert. Experience legendary hits live at the San Diego Civic Theatre.

Close Out Summer in Style at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Experience unforgettable evenings at Fairmont Grand Del Mar with upcoming events featuring talented musicians and exceptional food.

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Sip and Stroll at The Forum Carlsbad’s Fall Art & Wine Walk

The Forum Carlsbad

The Forum Carlsbad is throwing its annual Fall Art & Wine Walk, and this one’s packing in local art, nine wines, live music, and a...

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Come Sing Along With Brandi Carlile at The Rady Shell

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Brandi Carlile is bringing The Human Tour to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and she’s not coming alone, special guest CMAT is joining her...

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Get Your Costume Ready for Halloween at the Station

Ingram Plaza

Liberty Station is throwing its annual Halloween bash, and it’s free, family-friendly, and packed with enough activities to fill your whole afternoon. Costumes are strongly...

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Spend a Saturday Night With Chelsea Handler at Balboa Theatre

Balboa Theatre

Do not miss Chelsea Handler's High and Mighty Tour at the Balboa Theatre in San Diego this fall. Get your tickets today!

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Experience San Diego’s First-Ever Little Saigon Night Market on El Cajon Blvd

San Diego’s Little Saigon community is putting on its first-ever night market, and the concept alone is enough to clear your Saturday evening. Traditional Vietnamese...

The 54th Annual Barona Powwow celebration

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Watch Tradition Come Alive at the Barona Powwow

The Barona Band of Mission Indians is hosting the 54th Annual Barona Powwow over Labor Day Weekend, and this is one celebration you won’t want...

Celebrate 25 Years of Ocean Science at Birch Aquarium

Some anniversaries get a plaque. The Center for Marine Biodiversity and Conservation is getting three Monday nights at Birch Aquarium instead. The Jeffrey B. Graham...

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Bring Your Dog to Liberty Station for DogFest Southwest

Liberty Station

Join us for DogFest Southwest, a fun-filled day for you and your dog at Liberty Station with games, music, and a costume contest.

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa & Marina and Harland Brewing Co. Poolside Putts

Putt Poolside & Sip Harland Beer at Hyatt Regency Mission Bay

October 24, 2026

12:00 pm

Discover the fun of Putts & Pints Hyatt Regency: A mini golf event with craft beer, music, and scenic views at Mission Bay.

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Listen for the Spirits at The Chapel’s RITUAL:SEANCE

October 23, 2026

7:30 pm

Experience RITUAL:SEANCE by Snake Oil Company, where music and lighting enhance your connection with the spiritual world.

Liberty Station

Get ready for the San Diego Opera Rigoletto at the San Diego Civic Theatre

Kick Off Opera Season With Verdi’s Rigoletto at the Civic Theatre

October 23, 2026

7:30 pm

San Diego Civic Theatre

A jester’s joke goes too far, a curse is spoken, and nothing is the same after that. San Diego Opera is kicking off its 2026/2027...

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Lions Tigers & Bears celebrating fall with rescued animals

Celebrate Spooky Season With the Animals at Lions Tigers & Bears

October 23, 2026

3:00 pm

Lions Tigers & Bears

Alpine’s favorite exotic animal sanctuary is getting into the Halloween spirit with the return of its Spooky Campover and Pumpkin Bash. Back by popular demand,...

Alpine

Ghost Light Masquerade The Nocturne Theatre

You’re Part of the Story at Ghost Light Masquerade

October 22, 2026

7:30 pm

Discover the magic of the Ghost Light Masquerade, where audiences move among the performance in a unique Halloween tradition.

San Diego