This Monday feels very much like a Monday. So we are here to report not one but 2 exciting announcements: #1 There are 6 other days in the week that are not Monday, and #2: This newsletter is full of events to look forward to, even some on Mondays.

What do you get when you mix a Music City legend, a country-pop power couple, and one of the most iconic venues in the world? A very Nashville Christmas. We’re sending one lucky winner to see Amy Grant & Vince Gill at the Ryman Auditorium – a show so beloved, it sells out every damn year. On top of the tickets, you’ll score a hotel stay, travel credit, and a festive merch bundle packed with vinyl, apparel, and sleigh bell-level joy. Enter to win!*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• When Maná hits North Island on 10/10, they’ll be bringing a catalog that spans four decades and a fanbase that sings every single lyric. From “Labios Compartidos” to “Rayando El Sol,” this is Latin rock royalty in its final form.

• Thrash metal heads: your February just got louder. Swiss metal pioneers Coroner are shredding through Brick By Brick on 2/5. Known for their dizzying technical riffs and cult-classic status, this is a rare chance to see the band dubbed “the Rush of thrash metal.”

• Coma Cinema live shows don’t happen often. Like, ever. But on 5/7, they’re taking over Soda Bar with Trace Mountains for a night of sad songs, soft vocals, and poetic devastation. For real ones only.

• San Diego’s favorite ballpark turns festival hot spot on 12/27. Mumford & Sons, Lord Huron, Sierra Ferrell, and Lily Meola headline Wild Horses Fest. Grab tickets before they’re gone.*

• Plus other just announced shows from Evanescence, Spiritbox, Nova Twins, Kevin Nealon, The Black Heart Procession, moondaddy, and more!

FREE SAN DIEGO MUSEUM DAYS

Free art? In this economy? Yup. Our guide to December’s Free Museum Days in San Diego is your one-stop plan for intelligent dates, solo strolls, or pretending to be a better person during the holidays.

THIS WEEK

LOCALS ONLY

• Big love to SDFC. They showed heart, grit, and mad talent this season – all while building something from the ground up. Their inaugural run is over, but San Diego is already counting down to next year.

• DoMORE is our secret menu of perks – exclusive giveaways, surprise tickets, first dibs on hot shows, and more. For a limited time, get a full year for just $50. That’s $4.17/month to live like a local legend.

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