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Daily Email - Friday - 12/06/2024

December 06, 2024

Fa la la la la – it’s Friday, the sun is shining, and we’ve lined up another irresistible giveaway for you fine DoSD folks. Life is good. Treat yourself to some well-deserved R&R this holiday season with a mini staycation at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront! Enter for a chance to win an overnight stay, free parking, and a $200 dining credit at Holiday Odysea to sip festive cocktails and relax in cozy hotel sheets. Because you deserve it.

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • Experience automotive elegance at the 19th annual La Jolla Concours d'Elegance, 4/25-27! Over 200 exquisite cars, music, and a vintage flyover in La Jolla. This year's theme: "Mascots in Motion!"

  • Celebrate Valentine's Day with a reggae lover's dream lineup featuring Fortunate Youth, Through The Roots, Josh Heinrichs, and Eureka at The Sound on 2/14. Tickets are on sale now.

  • Madrid’s indie rock queens, Hinds, are taking over Music Box on 4/9! Known for their lo-fi garage sound and global acclaim, they’ve shared stages with The Strokes and The Vaccines. Lock in tickets!

  • JSTJR’s Techno Playground Tour hits NOVA SD on 3/7, bringing underground rave vibes to the Gaslamp. Known for throwing legendary warehouse parties in LA, he’s all about breaking rules and blending genres.

  • Plus, other just-announced shows from Yo La Tengo, Collie Buddz, The Cat Empire, Fortunate Youth, Cheat Codes, Circles Around The Sun, and more!

DIDSD: THE YEAR IN REVIEW 2024

If you’re reading this, chances are you thrive on exploring San Diego’s vibrant scene. Staying in on a Friday? Not your vibe. Discovering a new band? That’s your love language. Being the first to hit up a rooftop bar? Pure bliss. As the year wraps up, we thought it was time to show you just how much you crushed it in San Diego this year—with real data, because self-reflection is key, right? From the hottest festivals to the countless tickets we gave away, grab a drink and dive into our end-of-year wrap to relive your core memories.

  • How many shows did you attend?

  • Did you frolic in a free museum?

  • Ever felt the joy of winning free tickets to your favorite fest?

  • Aside from concerts, what were you up to?

TONIGHT

⭐️ Party Girl 2000

Tonight @ San Diego Made Factory (5PM)

Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of Black womanhood featuring bold artwork, curated music, and tasty treats. This unique event, inspired by the 1995 film Party Girl, explores the journey of growing up through dynamic art. The event is free w/ RSVP!

🌃 City Lights

Opening tonight @ Quartyard (5:30PM) 

Experience the fusion of holiday magic and 90s rave culture at City Lights, opening tonight at Quartyard! This immersive journey through light and sound transforms festive illuminations into a psychedelic wonderland.

🥁 THE ELOVATERS With Special Guests Little Stranger, DRAPHT

Tonight @ The Sound (7:30PM)

Boston-born reggae-rock fusionists, The Elovaters are bringing their signature sound to town! With Little Stranger's quirky hip-hop and DRAPHT's Aussie rap in the mix, it's gonna be a genre-bending party.

🔥 East Village Holiday Happy Hour

Tonight @ UC San Diego Park & Market (5PM)

Kick off the holidays at Park & Market's new monthly Happy Hour tonight! Enjoy San Diego's top-rated Full Strength Band and festive drinks while supporting the Lucky Duck Foundation's fight against homelessness.

🎧 Tyga Live DJ Set

Tonight @ The Oxford Social Club (10PM)

"Ayo," party people! It's time to get "Freaky Deaky" on the dance floor as Tyga takes over the decks for a night of hip-hop bangers and club anthems. From "Taste" to "Ayy Macarena," expect nothing but fire tracks all night long. Tickets are $20.

Downtown Skate By The Bay

Surf's up on solid ground at San Diego's coolest new hangout! From now until 1/6, the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina is rocking with a 6,000-square-foot outdoor roller disco. It's a SoCal twist on winter festivities that is perfect for the whole family. Plus, we’ve teamed up with Marriott to give away a one-night stay at the hotel and four skate passes. Enter to win!

LOCALS ONLY

  • Local gifts are good for the soul. Get your shopping done at Soul Real Market this Sunday at San Diego City College! Enjoy free entry/parking, curated tunes, and a stacked lineup of made-with-love vendors. Find more holiday markets here!

  • Want a sneak peek of Lightscape at the San Diego Botanic Gardens? We've got you. Check out our full guide for more Holiday Light Displays.

See you at December Nights? Avoid traffic and hop on a shuttle.