Today is a heavy day in the world and in the news. If you’re feeling it, you’re not alone. Sometimes, the best thing to do is step outside, unplug, and remind yourself there’s still plenty of joy to be had. That’s where we come in. We’ve got free tickets and a lineup of events that’ll make reality feel a little lighter.

Let this be your cue that it’s okay to log off and find something good. Like free tickets to Portola—LCD Soundsystem, Christina Aguilera, Peggy Gou, Underworld, and more. You know what to do.

And yeah, DoSD loves you. ❤️

JUST ANNOUNCED

• From Vine to sold-out global stages, Kurtis Conner’s stand-up is a masterclass in clever quips. Catch The Goodfellow World Tour at Balboa Theatre on 10/5. Secure your seats now.*

• Steve Poltz is throwing his 17th Annual 50th Birthday Bash – because once clearly wasn’t enough. Catch him (and The Rugburns) for two wild nights at Belly Up, 2/21 and 2/22.

• Latino Fitness Festival drops into The Soap Factory on 9/21 with workouts, wellness, and a concert to close it all out. Class schedule just dropped — plan accordingly.

• Also just announced: Steep Canyon Rangers, Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs, and more shows filling the calendar.

SAN DIEGO PUMPKIN PATCHES

We get it — talking about fall in San Diego feels illegal when it’s still 85 and sunny. We’re not signing off on summer yet, but when you're ready to lean into flannel, cider, and corn maze chaos, we made you a guide.

THIS WEEKEND

LOCALS ONLY

• Real ones know: Forever Balboa Park runs free monthly cleanups with all supplies provided. Show up this Saturday and help keep San Diego’s crown jewel looking fresh. Sign up today!

• Plus this more this weekend… Gorgon City dance party, Tribal Seeds at The Shell, Noah Cyrus, a free movie at Waterfront Park, and more reasons to get off the couch.

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