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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Spring Soirée: An Evening With Spa Alila + Skin Authority

Spring is the perfect time to refresh not just your closet, but your skin too! Now is the time to join Spa Alila for an...

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Springtime Carnival & Vibrant Art at WNDR Museum

WNDR Museum

From sky-high stilt walkers to vibrant art and music, WNDR Museum is embracing the springtime season with two exciting events to enjoy this month: Springtime...

Annual Pitch Slam by Naturally San Diego

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Naturally San Diego Announces Emerging Brand Finalists For 4th Annual Pitch Slam

Liberty Station

Naturally San Diego, a nonprofit organization dedicated to stimulating growth and entrepreneurship amongst environmentally and socially-conscious consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies in San Diego County,...

Common Theory Public House Opens Second Location in Otay Ranch

Common Theory Public House, known for its diverse, ever-evolving draft beer list and Asian-influenced gastropub menu in the Convoy District, has opened a second location...

Explore Contemporary Craft Art at ‘Allied Craftsmen: Hands On Design’ at OMA

Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) is proud to announce Allied Craftsmen: Hands On Design, an exhibition that redefines the boundaries of contemporary craft. The juried...

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FACE Foundation Hosts Bags & Baubles

The 13th annual Bags & Baubles fundraiser, organized by the San Diego-based nonprofit FACE Foundation, is set to take place at a sprawling private estate...

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Madama Butterfly: A Stirring Experience at San Diego Civic Theatre

San Diego Civic Theatre

Get ready for an unforgettable night at San Diego Civic Theatre, where Giacomo Puccini’s Madama Butterfly promises to tug at your heartstrings with its poignant...

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Celebrate Earth Day With Party for the Planet at Birch Aquarium

Birch Aquarium at Scripps

Are you ready to Party for the Planet? In honor of Earth Day, Birch Aquarium is hosting a family-friendly event celebrating our ocean planet while...

WILDCOAST Benefit Dinner at Herb and Sea

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Herb & Sea Hosts Dinner Benefiting WILDCOAST

Herb & Sea invites you to the 3rd Annual WILDCOAST Benefit Dinner, a family-style seafood soirée on their Moonlight Deck! Herb & Sea Brings Back...

Birch Aquarium Receives Prestigious AZA Accreditation

Birch Aquarium has yet again been granted accreditation by The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) independent Accreditation Commission. Celebrating Over 25 Years of AZA...

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Bazaar del Mundo Hosts New Spring Pop-up

Bazaar del Mundo

Diane Powers’ Bazaar del Mundo Shops in Old Town will celebrate spring with a tribute to beloved artist Laurel Burch and a curated selection of...

The Del Opens its Latest Culinary Concept: The Laundry Pub

The Laundry Pub has officially opened its doors as the newest neighborhood eatery at Hotel del Coronado! The Laundry serves up classic pub fare and...

NBA Champ Kawhi Leonard and Slightly Stoopid Support New SD-Born Beverage Brand, BUSA

Busa Beverage Inc. is a new ready-to-drink Italian craft cocktail brand conceptualized by the Busalacchis, a renowned Sicilian family recognized for their contributions to building...

MOPA at The San Diego Museum of Art Welcomes Three New Exhibitions This Spring

The Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art (MOPA@SDMA) is pleased to welcome three new photography exhibitions this spring: Picture This:...

Jazz Piano Mini Festival, Orlinski, Bronfman, and More From La Jolla Music Society in April

April is an exciting month for La Jolla Music Society as they present musical icon Herbie Hancock, star countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński, piano master Yefim...

Duke Windsor Reflections at Sparks Gallery

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Sparks Gallery to Feature New Exhibition: Duke Windsor “Reflections”

Sparks Gallery

Prepare to be mesmerized by the extraordinary talent of Duke Windsor as Sparks Gallery unveils his captivating collection, “Reflections.” Duke Windsor: Reflections The exhibition “Reflections”...

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It’s Wellness Weekend at Pendry San Diego with GROUND, Therabody, and More

Pendry San Diego

Ready to embrace your health? Come and enjoy an array of curated wellbeing experiences at Pendry San Diego’s Wellness Weekend! Get access to Spa Pendry,...

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Disney On Ice Presents Mickey’s Search Party

Pechanga Arena San Diego

Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party is bringing the magic to guests through dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air. This adventure...

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Annual Ocean Beach Pier Surf Classic Makes a Splash

Ocean Beach Municipal Pier

Get ready for an action-packed weekend at the 8th Annual Ocean Beach Pier Surf Classic: Skate Jam Edition! This ultimate surf and skate extravaganza promises...

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San Diego Vegan Festival Gears Up for 2nd Annual Event

Waterfront Park

The second annual San Diego Vegan Festival has even more in store for guests! Attendees will enjoy free entry, more vendors and extended hours—timed just right to...

Nicole and Brent Slone of Above Board Liqueurs

The San Diego Couple On a Mission to Craft a Healthier Cocktail Experience

Innovation is brewing in the restaurant and bar industry as establishments embrace and cater to a growing demand for healthier libations. Enter Above Board Liqueurs, the...

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James Hubbell Unveiling and Film Screening at the Alpine Library

Delve deeper into the life of world-renowned artist James Hubbell and his magnificent works in a special screening event at the Alpine Library, presented by...

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Westfield UTC and Plaza Bonita to Host the Westfield Good Festival

Westfield UTC

Westfield UTC will host its first Westfield Good Festival, an annual event that brings together retailers, partner brands, and local stakeholders who are making positive...

Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 at Cygnet Theatre

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Cygnet Theatre Presents Electrifying Musical: Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812

Cygnet Theatre

Get ready for an out-of-this-world musical by celebrated and award-winning composer Dave Malloy. Directed by Sean Murray, this spellbinding theatrical experience has already been extended...

The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Balboa Theatre

Time Warp Your Way to The Rocky Horror Picture Show’s 50th Anniversary

October 25, 2025

8:00 pm

Balboa Theatre

Some movies you watch. Others you experience. The Rocky Horror Picture Show has always been the latter, and this 50th anniversary tour is bringing that...

San Diego

Bach Collegium San Diego Takes You to 18th-Century Rome

October 25, 2025

7:00 pm

All Souls’ Episcopal Church
The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

Bach Collegium San Diego is presenting “When in Rome,” a program built around the music that shaped Handel’s career during his time in the Italian...

Spreckels Organ Society phantom of the opera

Experience The Phantom of the Opera Like Never Before at Spreckels Organ Pavilion

October 25, 2025

6:30 pm

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

We’ve all heard The Phantom of the Opera before – but probably not like this. The Spreckels Organ Society is taking Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic...

Balboa Park

The Forum Carlsbad Halloween Spectacular

The Forum Carlsbad’s Halloween Spooktacular Brings the Tricks and Treats

October 25, 2025

2:00 pm

The Forum Carlsbad

If you’re still mapping out your Halloween weekend plans, The Forum Carlsbad just made the decision easier. Their annual Halloween Spooktacular is coming back this...

Carlsbad

Celebrate Life and Remembrance at Encinitas Día de los Muertos Festival

October 25, 2025

12:00 pm

There’s something special about the way Día de los Muertos honors those who’ve passed – not with sadness, but with color, music, and celebration. For...

Encinitas