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San Diego Weekend Events: April 3–5, 2026

Drone art shows, North Park Festival of Beers, Easter brunch, live tributes, night markets, and 25+ things to do this Easter weekend.

By Shane April 2, 2026 10 min read
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City Guide

Best Happy Hours in Pacific Beach (2026)

$2.50 beers at Rocky's, rooftop sushi at Cannonball, $3.50 drafts at Duck Dive — every PB happy hour worth your time.

By Shane March 31, 2026 9 min read
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City Guide

The Best Burritos in San Diego, Ranked

La Perla's viral Oaxacalifornia, Lolita's classic California burrito, and 7 more spots locals swear by. The definitive list.

By Shane March 31, 2026 8 min read
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City Guide

Best Tacos in San Diego: A Neighborhood Guide

Tacos El Gordo's adobada, LOLA 55's Michelin creations, Mike's Red birria, Oscar's fish tacos — 12 spots across every neighborhood.

By Alexis March 30, 2026 9 min read
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City Guide

A Local's Ultimate San Diego To-Do List

Windansea sunsets, Torrey Pines hikes, sea cave kayaking, PopUp Bagels, and the spots only locals know. Your SD bucket list.

By Ryan March 30, 2026 9 min read
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City Guide

10 Happy Hour Spots San Diego Locals Swear By

Skip the tourist traps. $1 oysters, 2-for-1 drinks, $7 wine, and late-night steals — the spots locals actually go to.

By John March 29, 2026 7 min read
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Events

San Diego Weekend Events: March 27–29, 2026

Happy Opening Day. Padres vs. Tigers, Crew Classic, IRONMAN 70.3, Wave FC, live music, markets, and 30+ things to do this weekend.

By Shane March 27, 2026 12 min read
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City Guide

The 15 Best Happy Hours in San Diego (2026)

From $5 margs in the Gaslamp to ocean-view pints in Pacific Beach — our definitive guide to San Diego's best happy hour deals.

By Alexis March 25, 2026 8 min read
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Events

Best Trivia Nights in San Diego — Every Day of the Week

Whether you're a Tuesday regular or a weekend warrior, here's where to flex your brain (and score free drinks).

By Ryan March 24, 2026 7 min read
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Niche Guide

San Diego Rooftop Happy Hours You Can't Miss

Sunset views + drink specials = peak San Diego. These rooftop bars deliver both, without the tourist-trap prices.

By John March 22, 2026 6 min read
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Tips

How to Find the Best Happy Hour Deals Near You

Stop guessing, start saving. Here's the playbook for finding killer drink and food specials wherever you are.

By Shane March 20, 2026 5 min read
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Events

Live Music + Happy Hour: San Diego's Best Combos

Why choose between cheap drinks and great music? These San Diego spots serve both — and they're all on Spotd.

By Alexis March 18, 2026 6 min read

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