San Diego, California
The nerd's guide to San Diego
Events, local game stores, arcades, and the tech scene. Everything we list is real, open, and verified.
Events
Comic-Con, anime conventions, escape rooms, and the best nerdy things to do in San Diego.
Gaming
Local game stores, arcade bars, tabletop RPGs, MTG locals, and the SD gaming community.
Tech Scene
Software engineering jobs, meetups, startups, and how to network in San Diego's tech industry.
Blog
Guides, deep dives, and resources for every corner of San Diego's nerd and tech culture.
Stores & Venues
Select a location or click a pin for details, with links to the venue's site, Google Maps, and Yelp reviews.
Latest Articles
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San Diego's Anime & Manga Scene: Convoy Street and Beyond
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San Diego Comic-Con: The Ultimate Attendee Guide
Everything you need to know about San Diego Comic-Con: how to get badges, hotels, offsite events, what to expect, and how to enjoy SDCC even without a badge.
San Diego's Nerd Community
San Diego Nerd is a guide to nerd life in San Diego, CA, from San Diego Comic-Con and local anime conventions to San Diego software engineering jobs and tech meetups. We keep a running map of game stores and arcades, track event dates against official sources, and only list places we can confirm are still open.