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With options to dine in for a festive dinner or brunch, embrace breathtaking views of Mission Bay while savoring holiday flavors at the Catamaran. For dinner on Christmas Eve, you and your loved ones can celebrate this special holiday with a curated three-course holiday dinner at Oceana Coastal Kitchen with an optional wine pairing to delight the senses. Hosted in our upstairs ballroom with views of Mission Bay, the Christmas Day Brunch features a delicious buffet spread including a seafood cold bar, seasonal favorites, and tempting desserts. Adults can sip on a complimentary glass of sparkling wine while everyone can enjoy the live entertainment. Join us for unforgettable holiday memories! Visit: https://www.catamaranresort.com/event/christmas-dining-mission-bay Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa on Instagram and Facebook

Give thanks this year with family and friends over a delicious Thanksgiving Day dining experience at the Catamaran Resort. Hosted in our upstairs ballrooms with views of Mission Bay, Chef Bryan Stuppy is curating an impressive Thanksgiving afternoon and evening feast with mouthwatering buffet selections including a carving station, classic holiday dishes, and decadent desserts. Adults can sip on a complimentary glass of sparkling wine while everyone can enjoy the live entertainment. If you prefer to celebrate with à la carte options, Oceana Coastal Kitchen is also open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with holiday specials. Enjoy expertly prepared favorites the whole family will love alongside stunning Mission Bay views. For additional questions, please call us at (858) 539-8635 Visit: https://www.catamaranresort.com/event/thanksgiving-day-dining Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa on Instagram and Facebook

Join us at the beach! October 17, 18, 19 Mission Bayfest is located in the coastal community of Mission Beach at Mariner’s Point Park; the perfect music festival location. With an abundance of green areas and stunning 360 views of the beautiful Mission Bay, the scenery enhances the festival experience. View the lineup and schedule on Facebook and Instagram

The Trump administration has finalized a plan to open the coastal plain of Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil and gas drilling, renewing long-simmering debate over whether to drill in one of the nation's most sensitive wilderness areas.

Three new pro-development appointees at the powerful Coastal Commission are trying to remedy its poor reputation among housing activists and Democratic leaders.

Join the Living Coast for an unforgettable 21+ evening by the bay as the sun sets over beautiful San Diego! Sip, socialize, and explore the Living Coast after hours with a lineup of activities designed to make your night one to remember. Enjoy the perfect mix of coastal views and lively vibes while you: - Dance along to live DJ beats that set the mood - Strike a pose in the photo booth with friends - Test your knowledge with animal-themed trivia - Get creative with hands-on crafts and activities - Meet our animal ambassadors up close in unforgettable encounters - Discover what the stars (or sharks & rays) have in store with tarot readings Whether you’re coming to relax, mingle, or experience wildlife in a whole new way, Sunset Social is the ultimate night out for friends, couples, and anyone looking for something fun and different to do in San Diego. Feeling hungry? My Pozole will be serving delicious food, and Kayak Café will keep you fueled with coffee and treats.* Thirsty? Choose from a selection of beer, wine, and seltzers, available for just $10 each all evening long. Don’t miss this unique chance to connect with nature, friends, and the bayfront—after hours. Living Coast Discovery Center on Facebook / Instagram

The Living Coast Discovery Center is a zoo & aquarium in Chula Vista, just 10 minutes south of Downtown San Diego. Get up close with native wildlife like a green sea turtle, burrowing owls, hawks, sharks, rays, and more! The Living Coast has something for every nature enthusiast in the family, like animal encounters, presentations, composting workshops, or guided hikes. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. The Living Coast Discovery Center on Facebook / Instagram

The awe-inspiring San Diego Bay plays host to the Grand Tasting at the Port of San Diego, a picture perfect celebration of everything delicious. The Grand Tasting is the city’s biggest foodie party of the year, featuring celebrated chefs and restaurants, domestic and international wine, beer and spirit purveyors, and gourmet food companies amidst a stunning coastal backdrop with sailboats floating by. Indulge in a gastronomic playground of opportunity with over 200 wineries, breweries and spirit purveyors to sip from and over 80 of the West Coast and Baja’s top chefs and restaurants serving up creative and diverse cuisine to taste through. Experience gourmet foods, art, live musical entertainment, and the thrilling “Chef of the Fest Competition,” an action-packed culinary showdown where chefs battle it out for your vote to be crowned “2025 People’s Choice – Chef of the Fest”, earn bragging rights for a year, a plaque to prove it, and up to $5,000 in cash and prizes. The 21st annual San Diego Food + Wine Festival, Nov 2–9, 2025. San Diego Food + Wine Festival | San Diego on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

World-Renowned Belly Dance Pioneer Suhaila Salimpour Returns to San Diego for a Weekend of Dance, Culture, and Celebration San Diego, CA — Suhaila Salimpour, visionary artist and one of the most influential figures in the world of belly dance, will headline a weekend of dance and performance in San Diego, featuring a 6-hour belly dance intensive and the dazzling Suhaila Super Star Gala. A trailblazer in Middle Eastern dance, Suhaila brings her signature fusion of deep cultural knowledge, precise technique, and dynamic performance to this unique event designed to inspire dancers of all levels and uplift the local arts community. ________________________________________ Featuring: Live performance by Fadi Islambouli and Suhaila Salimpour With special guest performers from across Southern California! ________________________________________ About Suhaila Salimpour Suhaila Salimpour is a first-generation Kurdish-American of Sicilian-Greek descent and a second-generation belly dancer, continuing the legacy of her mother, Jamila Salimpour. She is the creator of the first structured certification program and pedagogical system in belly dance, transforming how the dance is studied, taught, and preserved globally. Suhaila has toured internationally, performed in top venues across the Middle East and beyond, choreographed three full-length theatrical productions, and recorded over 23 albums with renowned Arabic musicians. Her contributions have earned prestigious accolades, including the 2024 Gerbode Foundation Special Award for Dance and Movement, and the 2023/24 Isadora Duncan Special Award for Outstanding Production. She currently serves on the boards of Shawl-Anderson Dance Center, World Arts West, and the Mahea Uchiyama Center for International Dance, while co-producing the YALLAH Arts Festival in the Bay Area. She is also pursuing her MFA in Dance at Saint Mary’s College of California. ________________________________________ A Celebration of Culture and Community Rooted in the traditions of the SWANA (Southwest Asian and North African) region, this weekend of programming is more than just dance—it's a powerful gathering of community, heritage, and cultural expression. In support of children and families in the Middle East, $1 from every Gala ticket will be donated to the Middle East Children’s Alliance (MECA). Attendees are also encouraged to make additional contributions online: Click here to donate directly Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/suhaila-super-star-gala-tickets-1415940719809?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Suhaila Salimpour on Instagram and Facebook

Families and friends can gather at Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine, located inside Pendry San Diego, from 5 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26 and Thursday, Nov. 27 for a shareable feast. The hearty spread will feature a bucket of crispy deep-fried turkey accompanied by Boursin mashed potatoes, truffle mac and cheese and buttermilk biscuits, priced at $55 per person. Friends and family can also toast to Drinksgiving with $5 sponsored shots, available exclusively on Wednesday, Nov. 26.