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7 Places to Eat, Drink, Shop, and Relax in Kensington

Quaint and neighborhood-y are words that come to mind for Kensington a vibrant neighborhood north east of downtown San Diego.

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Epicurean Adventures in Little Italy

Little Italy is a place where the past meets the present, where Top Chef alums have set up shop and old-school eateries remain as treasured landmarks.

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Balboa Park, The Cultural Heart of San Diego

Just minutes from downtown, explore the history, legacy, and future of this ever changing, always amazing cultural park.

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Downtown after sundown

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Comic-Con International: San Diego

Jul 25 - Jul 28, 2024

Comic-Con International is the largest comics and pop culture event in the United States, attracting thousands of artists, celebrities and fans of comic books, movie memorabilia and all things related to pop culture.

Pack your superhero suits and your patience! Construction along Harbor Drive may cause traffic delays - LEARN MORE

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Bike the Bay

Aug 25, 2024

San Diego's finest annual cycling event across the Coronado Bridge and around the bay!

Ride the bridge, Bike the Bay for the 17th annual ride on Sunday, August 25, 2024! Cruise around San Diego Bay and enjoy your only opportunity to ride across the San Diego Coronado Bay Bridge. This non-competitive community bike ride is for riders of all abilities and will take you on a scenic, and primarily flat ride, around the San Diego Bay via the Bayshore Bikeway. Along the way, riders will travel through the surrounding cities of Coronado, Imperial Beach, Chula Vista, and National City before finishing back at the start/finish line at Embarcadero Marina Park in downtown San Diego.

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ENVZN24 Urban Art Takeover

Sep 14, 2024

A short film fest in a cross-fit gym, live theatre in a shoe factory, contemporary dance on loading docks, immersive art in a screen printing shop, live music set to silent film, a virtual reality trip around the world, steamroller print making, an avant-garde fashion show along the urban streetscape & much more!

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Dean Z: The Ultimate Elvis

Aug 24, 2024

Dean Z, Elvis Presley Enterprises®️ Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Champion and star of the hit internationally touring production “Elvis Lives” is bringing his all-new high energy Elvis tribute show to Balboa Theatre on August 24. “Dean Z - The Ultimate Elvis” is a musical journey spanning the 20 year career of the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll”, from his rise to fame in the 1950s, to his infamous Las Vegas performances of the 1970s. “Dean Z - The Ultimate Elvis” boasts a powerful 11-piece band, horn section, incredible background vocalists and immersive video content for a truly unforgettable concert experience! 
   
Dean Z: The Ultimate Elvis is proudly presented by San Diego Theatres at Balboa Theatre on Saturday, August 24, 2024. Tickets are available via San Diego Theatres and Ticketmaster. 

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Kids Eat and Stay Free at Westin Gaslamp

The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Valid: Apr 2 - ongoing

Stay at The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter for a family-friendly Summer adventure! Book our Family Package to enjoy:  - Free kids meals at Bronze Bird (ages 12 and under, when...

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Pendry San Diego
Valid: Apr 22 - ongoing

Enjoy a daily $60 breakfast credit at Provisional Kitchen, Café & Mercantile or for in-room dining and complimentary valet parking.

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Michelin Star Chef Tasting Menu

Greystone The Steakhouse
Valid: Apr 18, 2024 - ongoing

Indulge in a Michelin-rated culinary symphony with our $109/person 5-course tasting menu. Begin with Ahi Tuna Tartare, progress to Local Heirloom Tomatoes with strawberry gazpacho, and savor Mafalde...

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