Artist India Thompson Weaves New Meaning into Everyday Items

On view at Mingei International Museum now through October 18, Thompson’s basketry invites viewers to notice the seemingly mundane
The Best Concierge in the Country Is in San Diego

As Rancho Valencia’s Chef Concierge and US Nominee for Les Clefs d’Or Young Leader Award, Simona Marciulaityte is equal parts doer and fixer
The Last Rally at Ray’s Tennis

San Diego’s “First Couple of Tennis” reflects on the past as they get ready to move on from Ray’s Tennis, a Hillcrest landmark
Singer-Songwriter Durell Anthony’s Long Road to “Lovenotes”

The San Diego musician drew on lived experience—including his time on NBC’s The Voice—to pen his debut album
This is San Diego’s Ultimate Golf Course

We asked 12 golf pros from across the county to choose the city’s top holes to create the “Dream 18”
San Diego’s Sleep-Friendly Nightlife Is Here

With wellness-centered lifestyles on the rise, party culture is getting a 10 p.m. rebrand
San Diego’s Newest Soundtrack Has Arrived

SHAVONE., the artist-in-residence behind SDFC’s first official track, shares why it’s imperative for the city to support local creators
San Diego Fringe Fest Was Built for the Undecided

The story behind the two-week, anything-goes theater event where the best plan is no plan at all
If San Diego Wants a Cultural Future, Here’s the Work

Proposed budget cuts could begin on July 1—four ways to support the arts right now
11 San Diego Charity Events to Attend in May

Here’s where to celebrate, connect, give back, and make a difference this month
What’s New in San Diego Home Design

San Diego architects and designers spill on the trends, textures, and ideas shaping the city’s homes today
Meet the Designer Behind San Diego’s Iconic Public Parks

Some of the most
famous natural environments in the
city—from Balboa Park to Otay
Mesa—have come from the mind of landscape architect Vicki
Estrada
Rep Your Team With 2026 Merch From Local Makers

Check out the latest gear from the Padres, SDFC, and the Wave this season
12 San Diego Home Goods to Elevate Your Bedroom

Take your sanctuary to the next level with high-end fixtures that turn your space into a dreamy escape
Faith Ringgold’s Radical Imagination Returns to La Jolla

A new exhibition at UC San Diego’s Mandeville Art Gallery revisits the artist’s story quilts, paintings, and legacy of visual storytelling
San Diego Magazine’s Home + Design Awards 2026

See this year’s list of winners, voted on by a panel of expert judges and SDM readers
The Rise of Homes Designed as Wellness Retreats

San Diegans are turning their houses into longevity spaces by prioritizing function and feeling
8 San Diego Charity Events to Attend in April

Here’s where to celebrate, connect, give back, and make a difference this month
How Artist Mr B Baby Turned “Chucho” Into a Global Icon

Chula Vista hometowner and artist Michelle Ruby travels all over the city (and the globe) painting murals that feature her colorful symbol of resilience
The Locals’ Guide to Visiting Imperial Beach, CA

Experience world-famous surf breaks, authentic Mexican food, and laid-back vibes in this beach town just five miles from the border.
The Oceanside Museum of Art Builds on Irving Gill’s Vision

The institution begins its expansion into a 1929 fire and police station by San Diego’s most innovative architect
The Locals’ Guide to Visiting Alpine, CA

This historical East County community offers numerous hikes, family-owned shops, and a slower pace of life.
How a Janitorial Company Accidentally Became a Marketing Giant

Founded by local Grayson Lafrenz, Power Digital Marketing is one of the city’s fastest growing agencies—and it all started with cleaning supplies
The Locals’ Guide to Visiting Poway, CA

The laid-back, historical neighborhood offers hiking trails, family-friendly eateries, and the annual Poway Rodeo
The Locals’ Guide to Visiting City Heights, CA

The best things to do, eat, see, and explore in this diverse San Diego neighborhood with Southeast Asian, South American, and African roots
The Locals’ Guide to Visiting La Jolla, CA

Explore the ins-and-outs of this coastal beach town, including what to do, see, and eat