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Museum of Illusions opens first California location in San Diego, CA

1 week ago | sdtoday.6amcity.com | Monica Garske

The newest addition to SD’s robust museums scene will debut in late May 2025 in downtown’s Gaslamp Quarter. Nothing is ever quite as it seems here. This is not a mirage — Museum of Illusions San Diego (MoI) will open on Friday, May 23 at 665 Fifth Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter, making it the brand’s first California location. Here’s what you need to know about the latest addition to SD’s museums scene.
Small Business Week in SD: Spotlight on La Galleria San Diego

1 week ago | sdtoday.6amcity.com | Monica Garske

Small businesses are the heart of our community — let’s take a closer look at La Galleria San Diego, a shop at Liberty Station that sells unique gifts made by artists around the world. You’ll find lots of unique goodies from around the world at La Galleria San Diego at Liberty Station. Happy Small Business Week, San Diego.
What’s May Gray and June Gloom in San Diego?

2 weeks ago | sdtoday.6amcity.com | Michael Beausoleil |Monica Garske

Us San Diegans are used to sunny skies + warm weather, but we’re heading into the mist of a darker season. Locals call this month and next “May Gray” and “June Gloom,” which means just that — expect dreary skies or occasional sprinkles. How dare you, SD. While we’re familiar with this annual weather pattern, we want to shed light on the science behind the phenomenon and look at ways to survive the grays without feeling too much gloom. Dark skies at Petco Park.
This tracks: Big concerts coming to 2025 San Diego County Fair

3 weeks ago | sdtoday.6amcity.com | Monica Garske

From Maxwell and Zedd to 2 Chainz + Lil’ Jon, the Toyota Summer Concert Series is going to rock the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Come this summer, this stage at the San Diego County Fair is going to be jammin’ with excitement. Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday The San Diego County Fair will return to the Del Mar Fairgrounds Wednesday, June 11-Sunday, July 6 with 2,000+ attractions, rides, fried food, exhibits, entertainment, and live performances.
What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother's Day and Father's Day

3 weeks ago | sdtoday.6amcity.com | Sarah Leonhardt |Emily Shea-Owen |Monica Garske

Find the perfect gift to express gratitude and love for the role models in your life. Graphic by 6AM City Shopping for a loved one? With Mother’s Day falling on Sunday, May 11 and Father’s Day on Sunday, June 15, it’s a great time to give a gift that says I appreciate you to parents, grandparents, neighbors, mentors, and life-long friends.
15 interesting facts about San Diego

1 month ago | sdtoday.6amcity.com | Michael Beausoleil |Monica Garske

Did you know San Diego is located next to the Pacific Ocean? Nah, just kidding. If you know us, you know we’re here for the deep cuts — and there are plenty of interesting factoids to go around. As connoisseurs of the quirky and unconventional, we put together a list of San Diego’s history, oddest characteristics, and more. Maybe you’ve lived here your whole life and know some of this, or maybe you’ll learn something new. Either way, test your local knowledge with these 15 interesting facts. 1.
New Children's Museum in San Diego, CA expands art studio space and programming

1 month ago | sdtoday.6amcity.com | Monica Garske

The renovated spaces debut on the museum’s third level on Saturday, April 12. The new “Artopia” studio space will be able to hold ~200 guests at a time. Ah, they grow up so fast. The New Children’s Museum (NCM) in downtown San Diego is about to unveil a major expansion: an additional 8,600 sqft of gallery, classroom, and studio space to “think, play, and create.” Let’s take a quick tour, shall we?
This new hotel is opening at Jamul Casino Resort in east San Diego County in May 2025

1 month ago | sdtoday.6amcity.com | Monica Garske |Michael Beausoleil

The hotel tower will feature an 11,000-sqft rooftop pool deck. Rendering via JCJ Architecture Jamul Casino, now known as Jamul Casino Resort, will open its 16-story hotel tower equipped with “world-class technology” in May 2025. No need to ask Alexa — today, we’ll break down the new East County hotel’s bells and whistles for you.
A list of 30 trails in the San Diego, CA area where you can go on a hike

1 month ago | sdtoday.6amcity.com | Monica Garske |Michael Beausoleil

Lace up your hiking boots. We’ve compiled a curated hiking guide for the San Diego County areawith 29 trails and routes to help you plan your next adventure. Note: Before heading out, we recommend checking park websites for further info, current trail conditions, and safest practices for the area. Key: Easy = 🥾| Moderate = 🥾🥾 | Hard = 🥾🥾🥾 The Guy Fleming Trail rewards hikers with sweeping views of Torrey Pines State Beach.
6 amazing women who helped shape the San Diego Natural History Museum

2 months ago | sdtoday.6amcity.com | Monica Garske |Michael Beausoleil

The San Diego Natural History Museum — aka The Nat — celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2024 with special events and new additions. As a longtime rock for the research and understanding of our region’s one-of-a-kind biodiversity, the museum’s roots are deeply intertwined with the curious scientists and naturalists who helped shape its history. Our friends at the museum invited us into their library archives to unearth the stories of six incredible local women who helped shape The Nat.