A San Diegan since 1972, I curate the city’s best weekends—events, hikes, stories, and music.
Plus an ancient volcano, a Greek festival, and Taste of Gaslamp. Your weekend starts here, San Diego.
Sep 11, 2026
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5 min read
Escondido Grape Day, Barona Pow Wow, Pacific Soul Jazz, bald eagles, a hidden Greek speakeasy, and Hurricane Marie’s coastal impact.
Sep 4, 2026
6 min read
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
A near-perfect spring weekend with waterfront events, small-town runs, local music, and one of San Diego’s most iconic food festivals.
Apr 17, 2026
Artemis II splashes down off our coast, hot rods take over Del Mar, and a classic burger spot worth the drive.
Apr 10, 2026
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A rare river walk in full flow, North Park beer fest, Balboa Park makers, and one of the best pizza wins in the world.
Apr 3, 2026
16 min read
A La Jolla photo fest, a 3-day outlaw country festival, more Block Parties, and a backcountry hike worth the drive.
Mar 27, 2026
