82 dated events at 24 cafes, then the regulars that happen every week. All times Pacific. Tap a card for the details and the cafe's own post.
October
16 events
OCT27Tue11 AM
Distinctive finds
The Bespoked Club 15 • Think Like an Owner
Bespoked Hospitality lists this public hospitality-community gathering at Muri Coffee & Dessert, 2528 University Ave, with the exact 90-minute window shown.
Murî Cafe & Dessert, North ParkDetails +
OCT27Tue6 PM
Live events
Open Mic!, A Talent Show
The Template’s dated official page lists first-come performer signups at 6:00 p.m. and the public show from 6:30 p.m.; the listed event window is 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
OCT27Tue6 PM
Distinctive finds
Trivia Tuesday
Public Tuesday trivia hosted by Next Question! Trivia.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
OCT28Wed8 AM
Distinctive finds
Cafecito Business Networking
A morning business networking meetup at Lemon Grove Coffee.
Lemon Grove Coffee, Downtown Lemon GroveDetails +
OCT28Wed12 PM
Classes & clubs
FREE Coffee Cupping
TLC Roasters and The Flower Pot host a free guided coffee tasting open to all, with no coffee experience required; space is limited and an RSVP link is provided.
The Flower Pot Cafe and Bakery, Village of La JollaDetails +
OCT28Wed12:45 PM
Distinctive finds
Women's Group Coffee Meetup
A free, in-person women's gathering for meaningful conversation and intentional community, hosted by The Group Women's Coffee Meetup at Pannikin's Leucadia branch.
Pannikin Coffee & Tea, LeucadiaDetails +
OCT28Wed5:30 PM
Classes & clubs
Marv Tasting Night
SPACEBAR is hosting an all-inclusive guided tasting with three wines paired with three curated bites; capacity is limited to 16 seats.
@SPACEBAR Cafe, West La Mesa / University AvenueDetails +
OCT29Thu1 PM
Classes & clubs
Beginners American Mah Jongg Class Series, October
First session of a four-class beginner American Mah Jongg series led by Sheryl Chesivoir; registration covers October 29, November 2, 5, and 9.
Paradis, Mission HillsDetails +
OCT29Thu2 PM
Distinctive finds
Kamayan Dinner with Binondo, Kubo & No Ambition Tile Club
A Filipino American History Month community dinner centered on shared food, culture, and connection.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
OCT29Thu6 PM
Distinctive finds
The Manor Society, Banquete de las Sombras
Manor Coffee and Cocina Folklore are hosting an intimate five-course plant-based Mexican dinner with seasonal beverage pairings and limited seating.
Manor Coffee Bar, HillcrestDetails +
OCT30Fri5:30 PM
Markets
Subterranean Halloween Mini Market
A free Halloween night market with coffee, kombucha, massage, games, local makers, a costume photo opportunity, and welcome gift bags at Subterranean Coffee North Park.
Subterranean Coffee Boutique, North ParkDetails +
OCT30Fri5:30 PM
Distinctive finds
Queer Clown Club Presents: Honk-O-Ween
Queer Clown Club collaborative show followed by a clown after-party.
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
OCT30Fri8 PM
Live events
Comedy Heights with Bob Hansen and Lisa Gilbert
Comedy Heights presents Bob Hansen and Lisa Gilbert, with JP Connolly and Al Gavi on the Friday-night lineup at Lestat's on Adams.
Lestat’s on Adams, Normal HeightsDetails +
OCT31Sat7 AM
Distinctive finds
Ode Bakery Pop-up: Halloween Special
A Halloween pastry takeover by Ode Bakery at Moniker General.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
OCT31Sat2 PM
Shop updates
Dogoween!
Dog costume contest with prizes, presented by La Jolla Loves Pets.
The Flower Pot Cafe and Bakery, Village of La JollaDetails +
OCT31Sat8 PM
Live events
Comedy Heights with Bob Hansen and Lisa Gilbert
Comedy Heights presents Bob Hansen and Lisa Gilbert, with Dan Yourg and Al Gavi on the Saturday-night lineup at Lestat's on Adams.
Lestat’s on Adams, Normal HeightsDetails +
November
48 events
NOV1Sun3 PM
Distinctive finds
Cheese & Wine Pairing with Venissimo Cheese
Guided pairing in the Paradis courtyard with three half-pours, three cheeses, and accompaniments.
Paradis, Mission HillsDetails +
NOV2Mon7 PM
Live events
Shauna Dean Cokeland X Tristan Brookes X Lavender Hayez
Shauna Dean Cokeland X Tristan Brookes X Lavender Hayez
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
NOV3Tue6 PM
Live events
Open Mic!, A Talent Show
The Template’s dated official page lists first-come performer signups at 6:00 p.m. and the public show from 6:30 p.m.; the listed event window is 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
NOV3Tue6 PM
Distinctive finds
Trivia Tuesday at Moniker General
A Tuesday evening trivia session at Moniker General in Liberty Station.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
NOV4Wed8 AM
Distinctive finds
Cafecito Business Networking, Chula Vista 1st Wednesday Nov
Public Cafecito Business Networking, Chula Vista 1st Wednesday Nov event at this cafe branch.
Caffe Tazza, Terra NovaDetails +
NOV4Wed8 AM
Distinctive finds
Santee Chamber Morning Buzz
The Santee Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free morning networking meetup for members, business owners, entrepreneurs, and neighbors at Santee Coffee Corner.
The Coffee Corner, Town CenterDetails +
NOV4Wed5 PM
Shop updates
Calligraphy Class
Beginners calligraphy class.
The Flower Pot Cafe and Bakery, Village of La JollaDetails +
NOV4Wed7 PM
Shop updates
Craftventure: Quest One
Craftventure: Quest One
Easy Does It, Kearny MesaDetails +
NOV5Thu6:30 PM
Distinctive finds
SAMsARA Winemaker Dinner with Matt Brady and Chef Erin Sealy
Wine Pairs Events is presenting a five-course dinner featuring five SAMsARA wines, with winemaker Matt Brady discussing the selections and Chef Erin Sealy preparing seasonal pairings.
Stratford Court Cafe, Del MarDetails +
NOV5Thu7 PM
Shop updates
Free Vinyl Night: M-Theory x Playground
Free Vinyl Night: M-Theory x Playground
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV5Thu7 PM
Distinctive finds
Free Vinyl Night: M-Theory x Playground
A free vinyl listening night at Playground with local record store M-Theory, mocktails, sketchpads, spirographs, food, and records for sale.
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV5Thu7 PM
Live events
Liberty Station Comedy Club
An evening stand-up comedy show at Moniker General.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
NOV6Fri9:30 AM
Distinctive finds
South Bay San Diego Tech Coffee Meetup
An informal morning for entrepreneurs to network, cowork, share ideas, and mentor one another.
Cool Down Coffee, Northwest Chula Vista / E Street Transit CenterDetails +
NOV6Fri2 PM
Distinctive finds
West Coast Beatbox Championship 2026
Three-day international beatboxing competition with solo, loop-station, and 7 To Smoke battles.
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
NOV6Fri6:30 PM
Shop updates
Free Friday Video Gaming
Free Friday Video Gaming
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV6Fri6:30 PM
Distinctive finds
Free Friday Video Gaming
A free grown-up gaming night where attendees can bring a handheld, laptop, or Steam Deck or play on Playground's vintage consoles.
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV7Sat9 AM
Markets
Brew Community Market
A daytime market with local vendors, baked goods, produce, handcrafted goods, flowers, apparel, and sweets.
Brew Coffee Spot, Lake MurrayDetails +
NOV7Sat9 AM
Distinctive finds
City Heights + Teralta East Community Cleanup
A volunteer neighborhood cleanup meeting at GEM Coffee; the official schedule says light refreshments are provided.
GEM Coffee, TalmadgeDetails +
NOV7Sat1 PM
Classes & clubs
Book + Puzzle Swap
Public book and puzzle swap organized by See You in SD at chance's coffee in North Park.
Chance's Coffee, University HeightsDetails +
NOV7Sat2 PM
Shop updates
Torn Watercolor Landscapes Workshop
Torn Watercolor Landscapes Workshop
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV7Sat7 PM
Shop updates
Saturday Night Alt Market
Saturday Night Alt Market
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV8Sun10 AM
Classes & clubs
Plant Propagation Workshop
Urban Green Thumb is leading a hands-on houseplant propagation workshop at Paradis; registration includes multiple cuttings, growing media, a take-home guide, materials, and one beverage.
Paradis, Mission HillsDetails +
NOV8Sun2:30 PM
Shop updates
Jim and Jihmye 2nd Sunday Poetry Open Mic
Jim and Jihmye 2nd Sunday Poetry Open Mic
@SPACEBAR Cafe, West La Mesa / University AvenueDetails +
NOV10Tue9 AM
Shop updates
San Diego Tech Coffee - Lestat's-Normal Heights
San Diego Tech Coffee - Lestat's-Normal Heights
Lestat’s on Adams, Normal HeightsDetails +
NOV10Tue6 PM
Live events
Open Mic!, A Talent Show
The Template’s dated official page lists first-come performer signups at 6:00 p.m. and the public show from 6:30 p.m.; the listed event window is 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
NOV10Tue6 PM
Distinctive finds
Trivia Tuesday at Moniker General
A Tuesday evening trivia session at Moniker General in Liberty Station.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
NOV11Wed4:30 PM
Distinctive finds
Read Between the Wines by Reading Rhythms
A Reading Rhythms gathering pairing quiet reading time with conversation and Moniker drinks.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
NOV13Fri9 AM
Distinctive finds
Small Business, Big Ideas: Coffee & Networking
Public Small Business, Big Ideas: Coffee & Networking event at this cafe branch.
Phinology Coffee, ConvoyDetails +
NOV13Fri6:30 PM
Shop updates
Free Grown-Up Crafting + Snail Mail Club
Free Grown-Up Crafting + Snail Mail Club
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV13Fri6:30 PM
Classes & clubs
Free Grown-Up Crafting + Snail Mail Club
A free community crafting night where adults can bring a current craft, writing, building, or snail-mail project.
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV13Fri7 PM
Live events
Welcome Back to Middle School!
Welcome Back to Middle School!
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
NOV16Mon9 AM
Distinctive finds
Little Italy San Diego Tech Coffee
A casual startup-community morning for networking, sharing projects, brainstorming, and mentoring.
Portal Coffee, Little ItalyDetails +
NOV17Tue6 PM
Live events
Open Mic!, A Talent Show
The Template’s dated official page lists first-come performer signups at 6:00 p.m. and the public show from 6:30 p.m.; the listed event window is 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
NOV17Tue6 PM
Distinctive finds
Trivia Tuesday at Moniker General
A Tuesday evening trivia session at Moniker General in Liberty Station.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
NOV19Thu6 PM
Shop updates
Playground Lounge Sober Bar + Art Collective
Playground Lounge Sober Bar + Art Collective
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV19Thu6 PM
Classes & clubs
Playground Lounge Sober Bar + Art Collective
An evening sober bar with craft mocktails, music, and a free guided collage-art activation by the San Diego Collage Collective.
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV19Thu7 PM
Live events
Liberty Station Comedy Club
An evening stand-up comedy show at Moniker General.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
NOV20Fri6:30 PM
Shop updates
Free Friday Boardgaming
Free Friday Boardgaming
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV20Fri6:30 PM
Distinctive finds
Free Friday Boardgaming
A free grown-up board-game night where attendees can bring a favorite game or borrow from Playground's game library.
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV20Fri7 PM
Live events
Ricky X Buckets X Practically People
Ricky X Buckets X Practically People
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
NOV21Sat10 AM
Classes & clubs
Pot Decorating & Planting Workshop
Urban Green Thumb is leading a workshop at Paradis where participants paint a terracotta pot and plant a houseplant; registration includes materials and one beverage.
Paradis, Mission HillsDetails +
NOV21Sat1 PM
Shop updates
Fall Cookie Painting Workshop
Fall Cookie Painting Workshop
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV21Sat7 PM
Shop updates
Baker’s Dozen
Baker’s Dozen
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
NOV24Tue6 PM
Live events
Open Mic!, A Talent Show
The Template’s dated official page lists first-come performer signups at 6:00 p.m. and the public show from 6:30 p.m.; the listed event window is 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
NOV24Tue6 PM
Distinctive finds
Trivia Tuesday at Moniker General
A Tuesday evening trivia session at Moniker General in Liberty Station.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
NOV25Wed8 AM
Distinctive finds
Cafecito Business Networking, Lemon Grove 4th Wednesday Nov
An in-person Cafecito-style business networking morning at Lemon Grove Coffee.
Lemon Grove Coffee, Downtown Lemon GroveDetails +
NOV27Fri5:30 PM
Shop updates
Introvert Happy Hour
Introvert Happy Hour
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
NOV27Fri5:30 PM
Classes & clubs
Introvert Happy Hour
A free, low-stimulation happy hour with craft mocktails, quiet music, comfortable seating, and space for reading, journaling, or crafting.
Playground Art + Coffee, North ParkDetails +
December
13 events
DEC1Tue6 PM
Live events
Open Mic!, A Talent Show
The Template’s dated official page lists first-come performer signups at 6:00 p.m. and the public show from 6:30 p.m.; the listed event window is 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
DEC1Tue6 PM
Distinctive finds
Trivia Tuesday at Moniker General
A Tuesday evening trivia session at Moniker General in Liberty Station.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
DEC2Wed8 AM
Distinctive finds
Cafecito Business Networking, Chula Vista 1st Wednesday Dec
Public Cafecito Business Networking, Chula Vista 1st Wednesday Dec event at this cafe branch.
Caffe Tazza, Terra NovaDetails +
DEC2Wed8 AM
Distinctive finds
Santee Chamber Morning Buzz
The Santee Chamber of Commerce is hosting its free December morning networking meetup for members, business owners, entrepreneurs, and neighbors at Santee Coffee Corner.
The Coffee Corner, Town CenterDetails +
DEC4Fri9 AM
Distinctive finds
Small Business, Big Ideas: Coffee & Networking
Public networking meetup for local small-business owners, organized by the San Diego & Imperial SBDC Network.
S3 Coffee Bar, GrantvilleDetails +
DEC5Sat9 AM
Distinctive finds
City Heights + Teralta East Community Cleanup
A volunteer neighborhood cleanup meeting at GEM Coffee; the official schedule says light refreshments are provided.
GEM Coffee, TalmadgeDetails +
DEC5Sat11 AM
Shop updates
Holiday Market
Third annual holiday market with crafts and food.
The Flower Pot Cafe and Bakery, Village of La JollaDetails +
DEC8Tue6 PM
Live events
Open Mic!, A Talent Show
The Template’s dated official page lists first-come performer signups at 6:00 p.m. and the public show from 6:30 p.m.; the listed event window is 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
DEC8Tue6 PM
Distinctive finds
Trivia Tuesday at Moniker General
A Tuesday evening trivia session at Moniker General in Liberty Station.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
DEC12Sat5:45 PM
Distinctive finds
UH Winter Walk & Caroling at Mystic Mocha
University Heights' public holiday walk includes shopping, treats, Santa, and neighborhood caroling, with the official route scheduling a caroling stop at Mystic Mocha at 5:45 PM.
Mystic Mocha, University HeightsDetails +
DEC15Tue6 PM
Live events
Open Mic!, A Talent Show
The Template’s dated official page lists first-come performer signups at 6:00 p.m. and the public show from 6:30 p.m.; the listed event window is 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
DEC15Tue6 PM
Distinctive finds
Trivia Tuesday at Moniker General
A Tuesday evening trivia session at Moniker General in Liberty Station.
Moniker Coffee Company, Liberty StationDetails +
DEC22Tue6 PM
Live events
Open Mic!, A Talent Show
The Template’s dated official page lists first-come performer signups at 6:00 p.m. and the public show from 6:30 p.m.; the listed event window is 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The Template, Ocean BeachDetails +
January
1 event
JAN9Sat9 AM
Distinctive finds
City Heights + Teralta East Community Cleanup
A volunteer neighborhood cleanup meeting at GEM Coffee; the official schedule says light refreshments are provided.
GEM Coffee, TalmadgeDetails +
February
1 event
FEB6Sat9 AM
Distinctive finds
City Heights + Teralta East Community Cleanup
A volunteer neighborhood cleanup meeting at GEM Coffee; the official schedule says light refreshments are provided.
GEM Coffee, TalmadgeDetails +
March
1 event
MAR6Sat9 AM
Distinctive finds
City Heights + Teralta East Community Cleanup
A volunteer neighborhood cleanup meeting at GEM Coffee; the official schedule says light refreshments are provided.
GEM Coffee, TalmadgeDetails +
April
1 event
APR10Sat9 AM
Distinctive finds
City Heights + Teralta East Community Cleanup
A volunteer neighborhood cleanup meeting at GEM Coffee; the official schedule says light refreshments are provided.
GEM Coffee, TalmadgeDetails +
May
1 event
MAY8Sat9 AM
Distinctive finds
City Heights + Teralta East Community Cleanup
A volunteer neighborhood cleanup meeting at GEM Coffee; the official schedule says light refreshments are provided.
GEM Coffee, TalmadgeDetails +
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