Events in San Diego in August 2026
Looking for more ways to connect and give back? Check out all upcoming San Diego charity Galas on our calendar. Eight decades of generosity, community, and unforgettable evenings. On August 8th, Las Patronas invites you to celebrate the 80th Jewel Ball: Festa di Venezia, an evening of Venetian splendor at the La Jolla
The Best of San Diego 2026: Health & Outdoors
In 1993, Angie Bunch gathered a group of hip-hop dancers—called Culture Shock Dance Troupe—and gave them a space to practice and perform. As hip hop grew through the ’90s, so did Culture Shock. It has since become a nonprofit, a space for young and old, beginner and expert dancers. Culture Shock has also expanded to Lo
‘Quite startling’: Hate crimes spike since mass shooting attack against Islamic Center
Two months after a mass shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, the community is still reeling. The San Diego Anti-Hate Coalition says that over a two-month period since the fatal attack, the region saw the largest increase in hate crimes documented by the San Diego City Attorney’s office in four years.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 31 at 11:43AM PDT until August 3 at 8:00PM...
* WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures of 115 to. * WHERE…Coachella Valley, San Diego County Deserts, and San. Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN…Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS…Heat related illnesses increase significantly during. extreme heat events. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an...
Road safety improvements coming to La Mesa as school starts
The La Mesa City Council has unanimously voted to install a “no turn on red” sign at the intersection of El Paso and Lake Murray Boulevard, to make the intersection safe for pedestrians, including children walking to school. A parent, Megan Webb, began a change.org petition in November...
Air, ground crews battle Grade Fire, which has charred 170 acres near Lake Henshaw
A dry brush and vegetation fire in the Cleveland National Forest grew to 170 acres Friday evening, with moderate fire behavior, according to federal forestry officials. Some evacuation orders are in effect. The Grade Fire is northwest of Lake Henshaw, far inland in North County, CalFire said, burning on rocky,...
10 California Buffets That Serve Food Better Than The Summer County Fair
County fairs know how to tempt you with sizzling grills and the promise that calories somehow do not count in summer. These buffets take that same appetite and give it far more room to wander. You can build a plate around smoky meats, crispy favorites, fresh sides, and desserts that...
El Cajon tiny home village celebrates helping 64 women and children
Meridian-Amikas Village in El Cajon has helped 64 women and children experiencing homelessness and plans to expand its tiny home community.
Chula Vista students waitlisted for school buses
Some families in the Sweetwater Union High School District say their children are unable to ride the school bus, despite qualifying for transportation.
Fill Your Basket at the Chula Vista Farmers’ Market
There’s a particular kind of Sunday that only happens on Third Avenue. Cafecito in one hand, flowers under the other arm, a canvas bag getting heavier at every stall – that’s the Chula Vista Farmers’ Market, and it’s one of our favorite reasons to be up early on a weekend.

















