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Scream Diego RETURNS this October 17, 2026! The exciting return of San Diego's Halloween and Horror convention is going to make you SCREAM!!! This year's theme will be "ZOMBIES ZOMBIES ZOMBIES!!!" Do not miss the return of the horror event of the year in what will be the scariest and most fun conventionof the fall! Taking place Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at the Doubletree by Hilton in Mission Valley at the Hazard Center, expect an haunting experience with panels, vendors, artists, entertainment, movies and more! We will have many horror, spooky, oddity type vendors to satiate your spooky and grim shopping needs! Artists with original art on display and for sale! Karaoke and a DJ with Halloween and eerie inspired music at the return of MONSTER PROM! TWO panel rooms discussing a variety of topics, from diversity in horror, the state of the the horror scene in San Diego, writing horror, and so much more! Our independent horror film festival screening returns, as well! We will show independently made and produced films from local and regional filmmakers and aspiring horror directors! Our kids zone will have fun and spooky activities for kids! And everyone can enter our costume contest with terror-ific prizes, including tickets to our other upcoming events, like San Diego Anime Con! There will be a kids and an adults contest! Kids 8 and under are FREE! Tickets and more information at www.screamdiego.com

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Where: Good News Bar in Hillcrest / 3821 Park Blvd San Diego CA 92103 Limited Spots Available! Join Native Poppy for a special morning of flowers, creativity, and connection at Good News, Hillcrest’s beautifully designed non-alcoholic cocktail lounge and gathering space. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of floral design while creating a lush seasonal arrangement to take home. Working with a thoughtfully curated selection of seasonal and locally grown flowers, we’ll explore flower selection, color harmony, movement, and the mechanics that help arrangements feel natural, balanced, and abundant. After the workshop, enjoy a handcrafted non-alcoholic cocktail from Good News, included with your ticket. Their thoughtful approach to hospitality and beverage-making has made them one of San Diego’s most exciting new gathering spaces. Bring a friend, make it a date, or come on your own. We’ll spend the morning surrounded by flowers, learning a new skill, sharing conversation, and raising a glass to creativity, connection, and community. Your Ticket Includes: - One handcrafted coffee or non-alcoholic cocktail from Good News, redeemable following the workshop - Comprehensive, engaging instruction in our Flower Arranging 101 curriculum - Hands-on guidance and support from Native Poppy’s professional florists - All tools, materials, vase, and a thoughtfully curated selection of seasonal flowers - A Flower Arranging 101 outline and note sheet designed exclusively for our workshops - Plus: the floral arrangement you design to take home and enjoy Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

Experience the vibrant flavors and diverse cuisines of downtown San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, where renowned chefs and eateries showcase their signature dishes. Your ticket gives you access to delectable array of tastings for 20 + Gaslamp Quarter restaurants from gourmet seafood, succulent steaks to international cuisine. VIP Admission: VIP ticket holders gain exclusive access to 5 + exclusive additional bites, and sips from premiere Gaslamp Quarter restaurants! Plus the 20 + Taste of Gaslamp Quarter participating restaurants. - San Diego’s longest-running tasting tour — a 30-year tradition in the heart of the historic Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego. - 20+ participating San Diego restaurants across 16 vibrant city blocks. - Signature small bites at each stop, crafted by top San Diego chefs. - Self-guided foodie adventure — explore the Gaslamp Quarter at your own pace from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. - VIP ticket option with exclusive bites, specialty drinks, and premium experiences. - Amazing Pre Party at Sunbird Rooftop — food, cocktails, live DJ, and suprises with panoramic San Diego views - Amazing After Party at Margaritaville’s 5 o’Clock Somewhere Rooftop — more food, cocktails, live music, and prizes with panoramic San Diego views. - A must-do event for locals and visitors alike, celebrating the culinary mecca of Downtown San Diego. Gaslamp Quarter on Facebook / Instagram

Busalacchi Restaurants is proud to announce the debut of The Feast, a new annual community celebration that will bring together food, family and tradition in the heart of Little Italy for years to come. The inaugural event will take place on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., transforming India Street into a one-night-only open-air dining experience unlike anything previously held in the neighborhood. To launch this new tradition, the first-ever Feast will commemorate a milestone year for the Busalacchi family: 40 years of serving San Diego and helping shape the evolution of Little Italy into one of the city's most celebrated culinary and cultural destinations. For one evening, India Street will close from Fir Street to Grape Street, creating a communal gathering space where guests will dine at long banquet tables stretching through the center of Little Italy. Inspired by the Italian tradition of gathering around the table, The Feast will invite attendees to enjoy a family-style dining experience beneath the stars and the neighborhood's iconic string lights while celebrating the people, businesses and relationships that have helped define Little Italy for generations. Envisioned as an annual tradition, The Feast will serve as a celebration of the Busalacchi family, their restaurants and the community that continues to make Little Italy one of San Diego's most vibrant neighborhoods. While this inaugural event honors the restaurant group's 40th anniversary, future editions of The Feast will continue the tradition of bringing people together through food, hospitality and shared experiences. The Feast will offer three ticket experiences, with special early reservation pricing available through Sept. 1, 2026: General Admission — $295 Early Reservation | $350 Standard • Access to The Feast from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. • Reception hour with grazing stations, entertainment and activations • Reserved seating at the communal dining table • Four-course family-style dinner by Barbusa with wine service • Live entertainment and post-dinner celebration VIP Admission — $395 Early Reservation | $450 Standard • Includes all General Admission benefits • Priority check-in • Premium dining seating • Exclusive Aperol Spritz welcome reception • VIP wine tasting station and upgraded wine offerings • Complimentary affogato, keepsake gift and valet parking Founder's Table — $3,250 Early Reservation | $3,750 Standard • Includes all VIP benefits • Premium reserved table for eight guests • Recognition on the table menu As part of its commitment to giving back to the community, The Feast will benefit The Positive Movement Foundation, a San Diego-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting underserved and at-risk children and youth. Through partnerships with seven local elementary and middle schools, as well as Juvenile Courts and Community Schools, the organization provides educational resources, scholarships, workshops, enrichment programs and student recognition initiatives at no cost to participating schools.

Bringing your own lunch is still the cheapest — though perhaps not the most fun — option.

The San Diego City Council's Rules Committee unanimously approved an ordinance today that would maintain free parking at local beaches and Mission Bay "in perpetuity."

A group of friends with no acting experience set out to make a sitcom inspired by life in Ocean Beach. The creators of "End of the 8" share how a passion project became an award-winning series powered by community, creativity and a whole lot of DIY spirit.

Artist Jiyan Rios Zandi built Local Brown Baby as an online space exploring her Mexican and Kurdish heritage. After more than nine years, that community now has a permanent home in Barrio Logan.

The premier San Diego art exhibition celebrating the work of Black visual artists and creatives. Part of Kinfolk Fest Juneteenth Week. "ONYX: A Black Artist Exhibition" is a celebration of Black creative expression rooted in San Diego. Curated by Imani Camara, the exhibition brings together Black artists who are from or currently based in the city — painters, musicians, visual artists, and storytellers whose work deserves to be seen, documented, and celebrated on its own terms. The exhibition moves beyond singular narratives. Each work on view reflects a distinct voice, medium, and perspective, while contributing to a larger collective portrait of what Black creativity looks like in San Diego today. "ONYX" creates space for ambiguity, experimentation, and personal storytelling — honoring the full depth of each artist's identity rather than flattening it. The title is intentional. Like the stone, "ONYX" speaks to layered identities and the depth formed through connection. It also references discovery — many of the artists featured were found simply through conversation and community, which raises a question the exhibition sits with: how had they not been seen before? This special exhibition date for "ONYX" is part of Kinfolk Fest Week, San Diego's Juneteenth celebration. The San Diego Black art scene is actively taking shape, and this exhibition is both a reflection of that and an investment in it. By bringing these artists together under one roof, "ONYX" affirms that this creative ecosystem exists. Curated by Imani Camara and curatorial assistant Faith Richardson. Part of Kinfolk Fest Week, June 17–20, 2026. Visit: https://www.sdmelanin.com/events/onyx-x-kinfolk SD Melanin on Instagram and Facebook

Choose from upcoming dates: Thursdays, Sept 17 or Oct 22, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct 18, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m Bonjour! Welcome to our fragrant adventure! No experience necessary – just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm. Join us in crafting your very own signature scent under the guidance of our in-house French Perfume Designer, Jil Croquet. This workshop is an enjoyable three-hour session where you’ll dive into the art of perfume-making. From uncovering composition secrets to the sheer joy of smelling and blending scents, you’ll gain hands-on experience while learning the basics of fragrance design techniques. All the materials and tools you need are provided and included in the workshop fee. With a carefully curated selection of essential oils, we’ll explore this hidden world together. You’ll leave with your own personalized travel spray as a delightful keepsake of our aromatic journey. Come, let’s discover the captivating world of perfumery! This workshop is perfect for ages 14 and up, so grab a friend or come solo and let’s create some magic together! All materials and tools will be provided, and the cost of materials is included in the workshop fee. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • If this class is full or you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List.