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No kidding: 30+ awesome activities for kids and families in the San Diego, CA area

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

We’re not kiddin’ around when it comes to having fun around town. From major attractions like Belmont Park to museums and waterfront fun, there’s something in America’s Finest City for children of all ages. You’ll have no trouble entertaining the youngsters with this list of 30+ kid-friendly activities around San Diego. The Comic-Con Museum is a great place for kids who love arts and pop culture.
‘Living Seas’ exhibition opens at Birch Aquarium on May 22

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

The immersive experience features new habitats that explore the wonders of the Pacific Ocean; it’s the biggest capital improvement to the aquarium since 1992. A rendering of the Tropical Coral habitat inside “Living Seas” at Birch Aquarium. Rendering by Roto After months of construction, a new immersive exhibition will make a splash at Birch Aquarium at Scripps this week: “Living Seas” opens on Thursday, May 22.
Small Business Spotlight: Kensington Cafe in uptown San Diego, CA

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

Small businesses are the heart of our community — let’s take a closer look at Kensington Cafe, an uptown restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Kensington Cafe on Adams Avenue — where everybody knows your name. We know small businesses are the heart of our community, so earlier this year, we asked local small businesses to tell us about themselves. They delivered.
Now, that’s a good boy: Visiting San Diego’s Bum the Dog statue in Edinburgh, Scotland

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

Monica Garske, 6AM City’s Senior Newsletter Editor, sits with the statue of Bum in Edinburgh, Scotland. Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday As I walked past rows of tombstones in a historic churchyard on a crisp, gray day, I spotted him. His little bronze face — tongue wagging, with a sweet smirk at its edges — was instantly recognizable. It was a statue of Bum, San Diego’s famous beloved town dog. Only, I wasn’t in San Diego anymore.
Museum of Illusions opens first California location in San Diego, CA

1 month 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 month 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?

1 month 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

1 month 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

1 month 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.