As if Monday isn’t shocking enough… did you feel that earthquake this morning? We hope all is okay! To shake things up in a much more fun way – we’re giving away tickets to Gator by the Bay, San Diego’s sassiest, brassiest, most deliciously Cajun weekend of music, dancing, and mouthwatering eats. Enter now, and let the only tremors be from the Zydeco.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• ​The Strike is bringing their retro-slick, synth-laced swagger to Quartyard on 6/26. Think '80s arena rock meets modern indie pop, all wrapped in a velvet blazer of pure charisma. Tickets are available now.

• The Mars Volta lands at SOMA on 11/29. Brace yourself for cosmic chaos, wild riffs, and prog-rock wizardry. If Frances the Mute lives rent-free in your brain, you already know. Tickets drop on Friday.

• Wine in the Pines is back, and she’s had a glow-up. On 4/26, toast to 75 years of conservation with bold pours, retro bites, live rockabilly, and plein air painters – all under golden Torrey Pines skies. Tickets are on sale now!

• The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup hits Snapdragon on 6/15: Haiti vs. Saudi Arabia, and Costa Rica vs. Suriname. Presale’s live now. Use code SSGOLD 

• Plus, other just-announced shows from Sun Kil Moon, Jacuzzi Boys, Snacks, Ricky and more!

SAN DIEGO FESTIVALS AND STREET FAIRS

Already over the Coachella FOMO? Relax, San Diego’s got you covered. From multi-stage bangers with chart-topping artists to free beach festivals that actually do good, our street fairs are where it’s at. No VIP wristbands needed – just good vibes, great music, and maybe a taco or two. Check out the full lineup and get your festival fix.

• 5th Annual Sushi & Sake Festival. May 3 @ Pechanga Resort & Casino.

• Gator By The Bay. May 8 - May 11 @ Spanish Landing Park.

• Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival. May 16 - Sun May 18 @ Embarcadero Marina Park North.

• Santee Street Fair and Craft Beer Festival. May 24 @ Santee Certified Farmer's Market.

• 44th Annual Fiesta Del Sol Music & Art Festival. May 31 - Sun Jun 1 @ Solana Beach.

• North Park Music Fest. June 7 @ North Park.

THIS WEEK

LOCALS ONLY

• A tsunami is not expected in San Diego after today’s 5.6 earthquake—so you can cancel your sudden urge to Google “how to surf debris.” Stay safe, stay grounded, and maybe check your shelves for wobbly souvenirs.

• Carlsbad Strawberry Company’s U-pick is open! Pick fresh strawberries, pet rabbits, goats, and sheep, hop on a tractor ride, and stroll through the sunflower field.

FEATURED

Monday mood.