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It may not seem like it now, but Friday is just around the corner. To help you plan, here are our top things to do in San Diego this weekend. Read More…

Believe it or not, February is a great month to explore new exhibitions in San Diego’s Balboa Park. Why? Because February is also San Diego Museum Month, a month long event offering a 50% discount on regular admission to 42 museums throughout the county. Read More…

Balboa Park’s December Nights – the city’s annual holiday gift to the community – promises to be bigger and better than ever this year. The 35th annual two-day celebration is the city’s largest free festival, expected to draw at least 300,000 this year.

December Nights is as close as San Diego gets to becoming a winter wonderland. Balboa Park is decked in twinkling lights and silvery garlands. Fanciful Christmas trees abound and the aromas of multi-cultural holiday treats waft through the air. Read More…

Fall is a great time for the kids to explore many of San Diego’s free outdoor activities including the beach, hiking sports, sightseeing and more.

After the break are just 25 of the free things kids can do this fall in San Diego. Read More…

Get ready for the ultimate family vacation! During the entire month of October, kids eat, stay and play for free throughout San Diego. Take advantage of great deals at over 100 participating partners including Amtrak, world-class attractions, museums, hotels, restaurants, surf companies, tour companies and more.

> Find Over a Hundred Kids Free Offers in San Diego This October

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What a great weekend to be in San Diego. Now the only problem will be how to fit it all in! Here is our 5 To Try for the weekend. Read More…

Spring always brings fun street festivals, artwalks, baseball, BBQs and more to San Diego. After the break are 3 Free springtime events coming up this weekend… Read More…

Over 16 museums and cultural institutions are spread throughout the almost 1,200 acres that make up the “Smithsonian of the West,” Balboa Park. Each museum offers unique experiences enticing visitors to return.

All of the museums keep things fresh with special traveling exhibitions which highlight exciting topics. These special exhibitions are always thought-provoking, educational and hands-on. After the break are just a few of these great exhibitions currently on display… Read More…

San Diego Museum Month is in full swing (1/2 price admission to 40 participating museums!) and there’s no better time to explore some lesser-known museum jewels in the San Diego’s East County communities. They may not be the biggest cultural institutions on the map, but they’re certainly some of the most charming and a great way to discover the Wild West heritage of our rustic backcountry.

After the break are are my Top 5 Favorite East County museums. Read More…

October is a great month for families to visit San Diego County museums and attractions – because at many of them, kids under 12 get in free all month-long. About two dozen museums and attractions are participating. It’s a great opportunity for families to learn about art, history or science in a fun and interactive environment. Read More…