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Daily Email - Friday - 5/2/2025

May 02, 2025

Friday’s here, and next weekend’s already trying to outdo this one. If your calendar could use a little drama (the elegant kind), we’re giving away tickets to Sleeping Beauty performed by the State Ballet of Ukraine at the Balboa Theatre. Tchaikovsky, Pointe shoes, and a 100-year nap? Sounds like a plan. Enter now.

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • Glamsquad’s pulling up with blowouts, brows, and beauty on demand — and we’re giving away a group glam session for three. Whether it’s girls’ night or glow-up just because, this one’s for the crew. Enter to win or book it with code DOSANDIEGO for $30 off your appointment.*

  • Morrissey heads to the San Diego Civic Theatre on 1/6 for a stop on his tour. From The Smiths classics to solo deep cuts, he'll cover decades of moody brilliance in one night. It’s a rare chance to see him live.

  • Three days of live music by the bay with Peggy Gou, Khruangbin, SiR, Foster the People, and more! Wonderfront Fest is just two weeks away, so enter to win tickets – sun out, sound up, and zero reason to stay home.*

  • Elton John returns to the stage at Petco Park on 5/9 – for his only U.S. show this year. Backed by his full band, it’s a one-night performance benefiting cancer research in San Diego. A legendary set with a local impact, right in the heart of the city.*

  • Plus, other just-announced shows from Quinn XCII, Chelsea Cutler, Anthony Green, Felly, Michael Seyer, Bubble Tea and Cigarettes, and more!

CINCO DE MAYO WEEKEND FESTIVITIES

Photo: Old Town San Diego

Cinco de Mayo may fall on a Monday, but San Diego’s not waiting around. The party starts today and rolls straight through the weekend with mariachis, lowriders, lucha libre, and more excuses to order another round. We rounded up the best ways to celebrate – pace yourself and plan accordingly.

TONIGHT

🔥 Fireside Sessions

Today @ Sessions by the Bay (4PM)

Fireside Sessions is lighting up Friday nights at Sessions by the Bay – San Diego’s only spot where live bands, vinyl DJs, good eats, and legal weed all coexist peacefully. Music starts when it starts. The chill? Already in progress.

🪩 Chulita Vinyl Club Dance Party

Tonight @ Whistle Stop Bar (9PM)

Chulita Vinyl Club is bringing the crates and the chaos for a dance party that doesn’t miss. All-vinyl, all femme, all fuego. Expect cumbia, soul, disco, and deep cuts. No laptops, no rules – just rhythm.

🍜 Foodie Land Night Market

Tonight - Sunday @ Del Mar Fairgrounds (3PM)

Step into the sizzle of FoodieLand Night Market! Inspired by multi-cultural food and entertainment open-air markets, this family-friendly food festival is your ticket to a world of flavors.

⭐️ Brett Young - Back To Basics World Tour

Tonight @ Harrah's Resort SoCal (8PM)

Brett Young is going back to basics – but don’t confuse that with playing it safe. He’s hitting the road with the kind of stripped-down, heart-on-sleeve country that got him here in the first place. Grab your last-minute tickets!

🎧 AZZECCA

Tonight @ EQ (9PM)

When the lights go low and the BPM creeps up, AZZECCA takes over. Tonight’s forecast: hypnotic builds, gritty drops, and zero interest in subtlety. Dance floor’s calling – and it’s not here to make small talk.

LOCALS ONLY

  • Your Friday plans just got cheaper – like, $0 cheap. We rounded up the best free ways to dodge responsibility and enjoy the city without spending a dime. No cover, no excuses. Tap in!

  • Beachside lobster, live tunes, and cocktails that taste like summer – Kona Kai’s first-ever Beach Bake & Shake is Sunday. A portion of proceeds supports Surfrider Foundation San Diego, so your appetite doubles as a good deed.

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  • Boy Band Dance Night @ The Observatory

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Have a great weekend! Talk Monday?