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Some people collect reservations. Rugila collects go-to spots. We asked a local to give us a category and their five favorite picks. Rugila Jones chose a few of her all-around favorite places to hang out in San Diego — the spots that work for happy hour, weekend plans, catching up with friends, or showing someone why this city is so easy to love. Rugila Jones is the founder of Careless Wins Styled By Ru, an online women’s boutique and styling brand based in San Diego.

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, but here in San Diego we recognize and celebrate our AAPI Community every month. Our city's rich tapestry of cultures comes alive with a series of events and stories that highlight the profound influence and contributions of the AAPI community.

CRSSD Spring 2026 felt less like a festival and more like a perfectly tuned ecosystem - sun, sweat, and low-end frequencies all syncing up right on the waterfront. CRSSD Fest Spring 2026 took over Waterfront Park March 14–15 with another stacked, no-skips lineup spanning house, techno, and live electronic - bringing everyone from Polo & Pan and Lane 8 to Amelie Lens and The Martinez Brothers to the bay for a weekend that delivered, as always. Let’s get into it.

Heritage Fire returns to San Diego as part of the 2026 Heritage Fire x Whiskies of the World Tour, a multi-city culinary series celebrating live-fire cooking and responsibly sourced ingredients. The all-inclusive, walk-around experience brings together top local chefs and pitmasters for an afternoon of open-flame cooking, unlimited tastings, curated beverages, and live entertainment. Guests will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite dish of the day. Chef lineup forthcoming.

Take yourself out of the ordinary and spend a few hours in one of nature’s wonders; a place where kids can run and adults can linger. This 50 acres of extraordinary color, better known as The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch®, is in bloom on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean and offers a special nursery, garden, and gift shop by Armstrong Garden Centers in addition to festivals throughout the season.

You’ll go for the lineup. You’ll stay for everything else. Published April 7, 2026 by Brady Goodman-Williams & Kelly Buergel Coachella 2026 is less about catching every set and more about navigating the extracurriculars around it — after parties that feel like their own festivals, guest lists you’ve only dreamed of getting on, plenty of free activations and collabs that make no sense (but we’re so here for it), and side quests that somehow become the highlight of your weekend.

DoSD Spring Guide The obvious spots. The low-key gems. The desert missions. The coastal walks. Here’s your DoSD guide to catching spring blooms without being the person who tramples a hillside for one photo and ruins it for everyone else. UPDATED: Spring 2026 Bloom reality check: timing changes every year depending on rainfall, temperature, elevation, and whether you’re heading coastal, inland, or full desert. Distance note: drive times below are approximate from downtown San Diego.

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For even more information about this year's San Diego Music Awards, head to the San Diego Music Awards website, YouTube Channel and Facebook Page. YOUR VOTE COUNTS! In 2026, voting will be split on ALL categories - 50% public vote totals + 50% San Diego Music Academy vote totals = 2026 winners. Cast your votes here.

DoSD's Guide to San Diego's Finest Parks San Diego isn't just about perfect weather and stunning beaches—it's also a treasure trove of beautiful parks that make you forget you're in a city. From lush gardens to scenic trails, these green gems offer the perfect escape for picnics, strolls, and soaking up nature's finest. Updated Jan 2026 photo: @balboapark Balboa Park 1549 El Prado A sprawling urban park with museums, gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park is a cultural oasis.