Who Makes San Diego, San Diego?

That’s the question at the center of a new collaborative arts initiative launching this September, celebrating the artists, performers, designers, and makers shaping the region
A New Otay Mesa Border Crossing May Improve Wait Times

A massive $1.3 billion construction project is slated to improve the border-crossing process—will it live up to its expectations?
Summer Nights at SeaWorld San Diego

SeaWorld dazzles with a drone show, big-name entertainers, new animal adventures and more
The Former Comedian Who Became the Internet’s Bee Guy

Jeff Russell traded dreams of SNL for bee rescues, building a social media following of more than 4 million people along the way
The Breakout Idea: Gameday Men’s Health

The Carlsbad-based concept has exploded nationally by turning men’s health clinics into man caves
The Ancient Idea Behind One of San Diego’s Biggest Tech Success Stories

Jordan Glazier’s Wildfire Systems is reinventing loyalty rewards for some of the world’s biggest brands
Global Fork Food Hall Opens in Little Italy

Offering everything from smashburgers to sundaes, the latest food hall from Tiger Hospitality opens its doors this weekend
Luma Initiative Creates Community Through Strength & Resilience

Inspired by her own experience, founder Elena Barbour has set out to help struggling women thrive
Michelin Chooses San Diego for Its Big Show

How the now iconic rating system became the biggest name in the food and how it made its way to our backyard
Before She Died, Edna Harper Asked for One Thing

The creator of Mission Hills’ iconic topiary garden hoped future owners would preserve the living artwork she spent decades cultivating
A Guide to The 2026 Sapporo Omakase Open

The restaurants and people behind the fastest sold-out event in San Diego Magazine’s history
In a City Obsessed With Coffee, One Pop-Up Is Doing Things Differently

One of One combines creative seasonal drinks, ethical sourcing, and Filipino-American roots to stand out in San Diego’s crowded cafe scene
San Diego Pride 2026: Everything You Need to Know

A complete guide to the festival, the parade, the lineup, and all the good stuff in between
17 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: June 23–28

Kick off summer at The Rady Shell, enjoy the Omakase Open at JULEP, and see a Padres vs. Dodgers showdown at Petco Park
The Japanese Curry Taking Over Petco Park Is Coming to Hillcrest

CoCo Ichibanya’s wildly popular katsu curry has become a ballpark favorite—and now the chain is opening a second San Diego location
How the Junior League of San Diego Is Helping Local Families in Need

Volunteer Meredith Wood shares how the organization distributes diapers, period products, and other essentials while building community across San Diego
6 Charitable Events to Attend This July

Here’s where to celebrate, connect, give back, and make a difference this month
Party Pics: International Network of Hearts’ 15th Anniversary Gala

The event on June 6 helped raise funds to support the org’s mission to rescue, restore, and reintegrate survivors of human trafficking
The Perfect Shot with SD’s Top Food Photographers

We ask the city’s best food photographers to choose their favorite pics and share their secrets to capturing a drool-worthy pic
How San Diego’s Most Serious Wine Collectors Store 20,000 Bottles

San Marcos-based Vintage Cellars designs and builds customized, high-end wine storage with calibrated humidity, racking systems, and LED lighting
How to Find & Build Community in San Diego

Meeting new friends is a scary and
sweaty venture—that’s where the city’s
social event planners come in
How to Build the Ultimate Home Bar in San Diego

Spruce up your home bar setup with product recommendations from local cocktail aficionado and Collins & Coupe owner Gary McIntire
Steady State Roasting Co. Perks Up In San Marcos

After eight years and numerous awards, the cafe and roastery expands its operations in North County
18 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: June 16-21

Dine at The Freedom Table, see Bob Dylan in concert, and explore local and national history through America 250
Teenage Car Theft Drove Me into NASCAR’s Arms

As NASCAR lands in San Diego this weekend, a recently burgled dad is irregularly excited
Sunday Golf Is Making the Game Lighter

In a sport obsessed with prestige, a San Diego–born golf brand is betting on something more fun and less fussy