It’s one of those crisp winter Fridays where the air feels extra clean and the city’s wide open. Whether you’re easing into the weekend or already three group texts deep in plans, we’ve got something that should cut through the noise:

A VIP flyaway to Florida Groves 2026. Two tickets, hotel, a $600 travel credit, merch, and a literal golf cart tour backstage. This one’s a full-send. DoMORE members can enter now — and unlock new giveaways every month by joining.*

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• Two bass-slinging weirdos, one night at Music Box. Shlump and Stylust are bringing their psychedelic sound to SD on 4/4. Wear comfy shoes, trust no drop.

• Electric Six is one of the strangest and most entertaining live bands you’ll ever see – blending glam rock, synth pop, and wild-eyed satire. On 5/16, they hit Casbah with Tragedy: a heavy metal Bee Gees tribute. Be there.

• A cornerstone of the mid-2000s emo scene, Tigers Jaw are still delivering raw, melodic, deeply personal sets. They’ve grown up with their fans, and June 6 at The Observatory is a chance to see that evolution live.

• Mustache Bash is back with a lineup that proves disco never died – it just started using synths. Marc Rebillet, Armand Van Helden, Blue DeTiger, and more are hitting Mission Beach on 3/21. Let’s dance!

• Plus other just announced shows from Chris Stapleton, Molly Tuttle,

  Lords of Acid, Dead on a Sunday, Princess Superstar, and more!

FREE SAN DIEGO EVENTS

You don’t need a wristband or drink minimum to have a good time. San Diego’s got a ton of free events happening this month – outdoor shows, neighborhood festivals, niche happenings you probably wouldn’t find on your own.

• TODAY-TOMORROW - POWAY WINTER FESTIVAL

• TOMORROW-1.25 - CHRIS BLANCO GALLERY EXHIBITION

• TOMORROW - '90S-'00S R&B AFTER DARK

• SUNDAY - COASTAL COLLECTORS EXPO 2026

• SUNDAY - ALEX CIAVARELLI TRIO

TONIGHT

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• The Purple Line has been in the pipeline for years – but it’s finally picking up momentum. This high-capacity rail would run east–west through SD, connecting key job zones like UTC and Kearny Mesa to the broader trolley system.

• King tides bring dramatic low water levels – and a perfect peek at tidepools. However, more visitors mean a greater risk to fragile sea life. If you're heading out to explore, Birch Aquarium just dropped a quick guide on how to do it safely (and without squashing anything).

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