• DoSD
  • Posts
  • Daily Email - Thursday - 5/1/2025

Daily Email - Thursday - 5/1/2025

May 01, 2025

New month, new excuses to romanticize your routine. Since it’s officially May, let’s kick things off with something a little more elevated: we’re giving away a pair of Elevate passes to Mornings at the Museum at MCASD on 5/10. Ocean views, movement classes, massages, and art – all before noon. Mother's Day Weekend, leveled up.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • Two legendary bands. One night. X and Los Lobos are joining forces for 99 Years of Rock ’N Roll at Balboa Theatre on 11/13. Punk meets Chicano rock, and the setlist’s probably old enough to vote. Unlock pre-sale with the code: MAMMOTH!*

  • Ohana Festival just dropped a lineup that feels like your high school iPod grew up and got sun-kissed. Eddie Vedder, Green Day, Hozier, and more hit Doheny State Beach this September. Tickets drop today!

  • French duo Air is floating into Cal Coast on 9/24 to perform Moon Safari in full. Dreamy synths and the soundtrack to your favorite 2000s daydream. We’re giving away a pair of tickets! Enter to win.*

  • Jungle Fire hits Casbah on 5/30 with a set that pulls from Afrobeat, Latin rhythms, and deep-pocket funk. This show’s built for small rooms and big sound – the way Casbah was meant to be used.

  • Plus, other just-announced shows from Zedd, Shoreline Mafia, Kid Francescoli, Tommy Newport, Jack & Jack, and more!

FREE SAN DIEGO MUSEUM DAYS: MAY

Photo: @balboapark

Want to flex your cultural side without flexing your credit card? We rounded up every free museum day in San Diego this May – from Balboa Park classics to hidden gems worth the detour. Art, history, science... all without the entry fee.

THIS WEEKEND

🧚‍♀️ Escondido Renaissance Faire

Saturday - Sunday @ Felicita County Park (10AM)

The Escondido Renaissance Faire is your excuse to swap jeans for chainmail and spend the day cheering on knights, dodging jesters, and overusing the word “ye.” Shop handmade goods, snack like a monarch, and maybe try archery without pulling something. Costumes encouraged!

💃 Old Town Fiesta Cinco de Mayo

Saturday @ Old Town San Diego (11AM)

Old Town’s throwing a proper Cinco de Mayo bash: mariachis, lowriders, masked wrestlers, and enough live music to fill the whole plaza. It’s free to enter and supports the Historic Old Town Community Foundation.

🪩 Y2K After Dark

Now - Sunday @ Puch Bowl Social

Slap on some butterfly clips – Y2K After Dark’s bringing back the chaos of dial-up, bedazzled everything, and peak Britney. Low-rise jeans optional, but respected. Enter to win a $150 gift card to Punch Bowl Social!*

⚽️ San Diego Wave FC vs. Bay FC

Sunday @ Snapdragon Stadium (5PM)

Wave returns to home turf, ready to take on Bay FC and remind everyone why San Diego shows up for women’s sports. Big talent, bigger energy, and a whole lot of hometown pride. Wear your jersey loud. Enter to win tickets!*

🎾 San Diego Tennis Fest 2025

Sunday @ Balboa Tennis Club (11:30PM)

Tennis Fest is taking over with free clinics, games, and 70+ pros ready to serve up tips. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just figuring out which grip is which, there’s a court for you. Bring your crew, hit some balls, and maybe snag a free t-shirt.

LOCALS ONLY

  • San Diego Humane Society is joining BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters event with 50% off adoption fees for adult dogs and cats, 5/1–15. Find your new best friend and leave with a pet who’s already fixed, chipped, and ready to upgrade your couch routine.

  • City Tacos is turning 11, and they’re marking the occasion the only way that makes sense: tacos and beer. Swing by this weekend for the Anniversary Combo: two tacos and a beer for $11. Add a draft for $2 more and call it a party. All locations, all weekend.

🎟️ LIKE FREE TICKETS?

DoSD MORE Members get at least one pair a month. Get started with a Free Preview today to see what we have for you. Like a:

  • AAPI Heritage Month Celebration @ Quartyard

  • Indie Dance Party @ Soda Bar

  • Blues Band @ The Soap Factory

After your free preview, Membership is $7/mo. Cancel anytime.
Browse ticket matches before starting a trial / joining.

Free tickets? Why not!