How San Diego manages to feel like July in December is one of life’s great mysteries. But it tracks, because this week we’re giving away something unreasonably good: VIP tickets to Mt. Joy’s 2026 tour. They're marking a decade of bangers with a nationwide run, and your VIP pass includes more than just great views – you’ll be helping out local charities too. Put a little Mt. Joy under the tree.*

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• Pssttt… DoMORE San Diego is on sale for $50 and hooks you up with free monthly tickets to concerts, comedy, nightlife, festivals, classes, and more. Give the gift of actually having plans this year. Thank us later.*

• From SNL to standup juggernaut, Nimesh Patel is the comic you send to your friends after watching three clips in a row. He’s doing 4 shows at American Comedy Co. in Jan, and they’ll probably be funnier than your entire 2025.

• Sunny Sweeney brings heartache, honky tonk, and big outlaw energy to Soda Bar on 2/11. If you like your country music with a little Texas grit and a lot of storytelling.

• He’s a poet, a sneakerhead, a wrestling obsessive, and on 12/18, Wale’s your headliner. Parq Nightclub will host one of hip-hop’s most versatile artists for a one-night-only set.

• Plus other just announced shows from Wand, Noeline Hofmann, Four Stroke Baron & Cyborg Octopu, Toto, and more!

HOLIDAY FILMS, PLAYS, & BALLETS

San Diego’s holiday arts scene is stacked right now, and we’ve got your full guide to the best plays, films, and performances. It’s giving… culture.

THIS WEEK

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• San Diego Wave just claimed the World Sevens title, and we’re not saying they run the world, but they definitely own the footie section. Celebrate the champs. These women did that.

• It’s not just the sunshine and tacos – San Diegans are actually happy to live here. A new Gensler study ranked SD #2 in the country for city satisfaction, with 76% of locals saying they’re feeling good about life here.

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