A San Diegan since 1972, I curate the city’s best weekends—events, hikes, stories, and music.
Art and wine in La Jolla, surf culture in Del Mar, gems in Fallbrook, and an ʻukulele festival in Oceanside, plus fall markets, mountain trails, and 200+ live music events.
Oct 9, 2026
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Oktoberfest season hits La Mesa and El Cajon, PB takes over the beach, and 100+ chefs gather in Del Mar, plus fall festivals, fashion, donuts and + live music events.
Oct 2, 2026
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The Blue Angels tear up the skies over Miramar, Poway celebrates its 54th rodeo, and fall festival season kicks off across the county, plus sake tastings, car shows, and 290+ live music events.
Sep 25, 2026
Plus Bunnyfest, ArtWalk Carlsbad, BirdStock, craft beer, coastal cleanup and 270+ live performances. Your weekend starts here San Diego.
Sep 18, 2026
Plus an ancient volcano, a Greek festival, and Taste of Gaslamp. Your weekend starts here, San Diego.
Sep 11, 2026
Escondido Grape Day, Barona Pow Wow, Pacific Soul Jazz, bald eagles, a hidden Greek speakeasy, and Hurricane Marie’s coastal impact.
Sep 4, 2026
Ramona Rodeo, Brazilian culture at Waterfront Park, LeucadiART, 180+ makers at Jackalope, Tuscan wine and 300+ live performances across San Diego.
Aug 28, 2026
Super Girl surfing in Oceanside, Chula Vista HarborFest, Hawaiian and Filipino festivals, books fairs, classic cars, Otay Lakes, and 300+ live performances across San Diego.
Aug 21, 2026
Summergrass, stargazing in Julian, block parties, Thomas trains, a coastal lagoon walk, and 300+ live performances across San Diego.
Aug 14, 2026
Tiki Oasis, Hillcrest CityFest, floating lanterns, craft beer, outdoor movies, the Perseids and 300+ live performances across San Diego.
Aug 7, 2026
175+ artists at Artwalk Liberty Station, Cardiff Dog Days, Soul Food Festival, Stanley Peak, a new Polish bakery in Seaport Village, and plenty of live music across San Diego.
Jul 31, 2026
Pack a blanket for movies under the stars, enjoy free concerts in the park, discover Comic-Con's hidden art show, and explore 300+ live music performances this weekend.
Jul 24, 2026
Opening Day at Del Mar, San Diego Pride, Mariachi, OTL, neighborhood concerts, and 300+ live performances across the county.
Jul 17, 2026
Cruisin' Grand, classic car shows, candlelight concerts, a new Michelin star, great hiking, and 300+ live music events across San Diego.
Jul 10, 2026
Your July 4th Weekend Guide to 20+ Fireworks Shows, Parades, and Celebrations Across San Diego County
Jul 3, 2026
OB Chili Cook-Off, Taste of Adams, Cars & Corks, a major new art exhibit, and 300+ live performances across San Diego.
Jun 26, 2026
Father's Day weekend brings NASCAR, Highland Games, outdoor concerts, great weather, and plenty of reasons to get outside.
Jun 19, 2026
Greek food, beach concerts, jazz by the bay, a waterfront boat show, and your complete weekend entertainment guide.
Jun 12, 2026
National Donut Day, Cruisin' Grand, the County Fair, Lake Miramar, and 300+ live music events.
Jun 5, 2026
Fiesta Del Sol, Poway Spring Festival, Rock 'n' Roll Marathon, Kuumba Fest, Wine Week, Batiquitos Lagoon, and 280+ live music events.
May 29, 2026
From Fort Rosecrans to Julian pie — here’s what’s happening around San Diego this weekend.
May 22, 2026
A Kite Festival, Escondido Street Faire, Encinitas Cycling Celebration. Your San Diego weekend starts here.
May 15, 2026
Crawfish boils, Coronado wine tasting, sunset canyon hikes, and over 200 live music shows make for a very San Diego weekend.
May 8, 2026
The Flower Fields close in 10 days. Tacos, Gem shows, Orchids and French films fill the rest.
May 1, 2026
Spring street fairs, a coastal car showcase, rodeo action, and one of the best art weekends of the year.
Apr 24, 2026
