Hey SD – it’s Thursday, and if no one’s told you yet: you’re crushing it. The news is dark, the vibes are weird, but here’s a bright spot worth leaning into: we’re giving away a full-blown art escape to Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind at the MCA in Chicago. This giveaway hits hard – museum passes, a stay at the Thompson, and $600 toward flights. Think of it as your brain’s version of a spa weekend. Enter to win!*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• SoCal reggae mainstays Fortunate Youth are headed back to town on 4/25 to spread that good-vibe gospel at FitSocial. Catch them while you can – they’re always adding surprise collabs and rare tracks to the setlist.

• Jamtronica legends The Disco Biscuits are back on the road and landing at The Observatory on 4/16. If you’ve never experienced one of their mind-melting, synth-soaked sets live… change that.

• Tori Amos plays SD Civic Theatre on 8/26 – and for longtime fans, this is sacred ground. Her tour is rumored to feature an extended version of “Cornflake Girl” and several unreleased tracks.

• After 40 years of thrash, chaos, and cultural impact, Sepultura is calling it. Their final North American tour hits SD on 5/26, and it’s the last time you’ll hear “Roots Bloody Roots” live in all its face-melting glory.

• Plus other just announced shows from Snail Mail, Poison The Well, Madison Beer, thuy, Lulu Simon, and more!

20 MUST-TRY SAN DIEGO RESTAURANT WEEK SPOTS

San Diego Restaurant Week is back (Jan 25–Feb 1), which means it's time to eat irresponsibly at 3-course prix fixe prices. We've narrowed the list down to 20 absolute bangers – from downtown legends to North County newcomers. This is your cheat sheet for fine dining without the guilt trip.

THIS WEEKEND

LOCALS ONLY

• Future Is Color is calling on 5 local creators to capture IYSMYSM No.12 through your lens. Phone, film, digital — whatever you shoot with, they want your POV. Selected artists get in free.

• Block Party Beach is back on 2/7 with a secret lineup and sand in your shoes. The last mystery guest was Alison Wonderland, so if that’s the bar… we’re intrigued. 2–8PM. 21+.

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