So You Want to Surf in Arizona?

A guide to visiting Revel Surf Park—where to stay, eat, and explore in the city of Mesa
15 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: February 3-8

Take on The Kook Run, feel movie magic during Right in the Eye and watch the Old Globe’s adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler
A New Creative Energy is Reshaping Downtown Indio

With hometowners making the Coachella Valley their own, some desert cities are building an identity beyond the area’s famous music festivals
Chasing Spiritual Enlightenment in Sedona

Arizona’s desert landscape provides a restorative escape for solo travelers seeking mind-body renewal
17 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: Jan 29–Feb 1

Pick up your Museum Month pass, experience The Simon & Garfunkel Story and stop by a fundraiser for the women’s sports bar One of Us
The Best Things to Do in San Diego: February 2026

February brings half-off museum admission, a theatrical ode to Julia Child, a community festival in Encanto, a Lunar New Year celebration, and more
17 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: January 21-25

Peruse the San Diego Museum of Art’s centennial exhibitions, watch Say Anything with John Cusack, and explore Restaurant Week
16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: January 14–18

Celebrate MLK Day, groove to Georgle Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic, and see the world premiere of Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote
16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: January 7-11

Join the San Diego Resolution Run, catch Monster Jam at Snapdragon, or sample local ales at the San Diego Brew Fest
The Best Things to Do in San Diego: January 2026

Enjoy a winter fest in Poway, the return of San Diego Restaurant Week, and Spamilton: An American Parody at the Balboa Theatre this month
15 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: Dec 30 – Jan 4

See one of Broadway’s best shows at SIX, attend the 46th Annual Holiday Bowl, and rave the night away during Proper NYE/NYD
Weekend Guide to Exploring South Coast Plaza

Only an hour from San Diego, the Costa Mesa mall is home to Michelin-star dining, Tony-worthy performances, and high-end shopping
13 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: December 23-28

Catch the Wild Horses Festival, sample Piper’s Festive Pairings and experience a Magical Cirque Christmas
How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in San Diego, 2025

From waterfront cruises to family-friendly countdowns, here’s where to welcome 2026 in style
16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend December 16-21

Catch The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show, explore the first-ever San Diego Bazaar and mellow out with Charlie Brown Jingles & Jazz
17 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend December 10-14

See Gunna perform at Viejas Arena, watch The Holiday live in concert, and have a pawsome time at the Gaslamp Pet Parade
16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend December 3-7

Explore Gallagher Square’s Holiday Wonderland, see new exhibitions at Athenaeum Art Center and have a Nutcracker tea party with the San Diego Ballet
On Display: The Art of Manny Farber and Patricia Patterson in La Jolla

The La Jolla Historical Society and Quint Gallery’s new exhibit features the power couple’s work now through February 1
The Best Things to Do in San Diego: December 2025

See dazzling holiday parades, browse local makers markets, and kick off the season with festive fun
16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: November 26–30

Shop the San Diego Holiday Made Market, cheer on San Diego FC in the Western Conference Final, and experience Ebenezer Scrooge’s BIG San Diego Christmas Show
16 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: November 19–24

See the world premiere play Young Audiences, reserve a round of Skating By the Sea, and spend an evening with John Legend at The Rady Shell
17 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: November 12–16

See director Cameron Crowe at The Magnolia, experience Maria Callias’ Master Class, and walk through San Diego Botanic Garden’s Lightscape
Where to Donate at Local San Diego Food Banks

A quick guide to nine local organizations in need of non-perishable foods, funds, or volunteers during the government shutdown
17 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend: November 4–9

Partake in SD’s inaugural Slow Fashion Day, dance to Tame Impala, and sample the city’s best brews at Capital of Craft Beer Fest
15 Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend Oct. 28 – Nov. 2

Trick or treat in La Mesa Village, see the world premiere of Working Girl and dance through Hillcrest during Nightmare on Normal Street
7 Unique Weekend Getaway Trips Near San Diego

From coastal retreats to inland adventures and everything in between, here are some of our favorite destinations within driving distance or a quick flight away