Tuesday, February 7, 2012

MUSEUMS: FREE ADMISSION DAYS

Take heed, culture cravers.  Just a half-hour walk with your family through the halls of your favorite museum can put a massive dent in your wallet. Want to visit the natural beauty of botanic gardens, see the ancient artifacts of tribes and nations, or see what internationally-recognized local arts have been producing these days…without paying a penny? Then check [...]

ART AND APPETIZERS

San Diego’s art galleries and studios offer charming (and FREE) art walks throughout the month for you to sip wine and snack on nibbles while savoring their artwork. So skip the usual happy hour for a tasty stroll through these neighborhood gallery hops.   Ray at Night in North Park (2nd Saturday) North Park’s urban [...]

ONLY IN OCTOBER

October 16, 2009 by Junvi  
Filed under Family Friendly, San Diego North

To most, October is the month of pumpkin carving, costume hunting and bloodcurdling screams echoing throughout the county’s haunted houses. For me, October brings the promise of a fatter bank account because of the bevy of FREE or ALMOST FREE activities that come around only this time of year.  Don’t fret, your cup can also runneth over. Take a look [...]

FREE FALL

It’s the season of scarves, hot apple cider and crisp fall leaves (yes, even in San Diego). Along with that, the fall also ushers in a whole new set of events to enjoy in the county without diminishing your account balance. Check out the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau’s list of the top FREE [...]

FREE DAY OF MUSEUMS

You and a guest can receive FREE admission to several museums in San Diego for the Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day. Just print out their Museum Day Admission Card from the Web site and you can use to enjoy at any of the following museums. Thanks to Diego on a Dime reader Cyril for sharing this! [...]

STAYCATION SUMMER

If you’re looking for the best vacation value this summer, look no further than your own backyard. Be a smart local…and act like a tourist! Here’s a list of the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau’s top 45 Fun and FREE Activities this Summer. 1.   Put on your bathing suit, grab your towel and head [...]

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