Wednesday’s here, dragging its feet like it stayed up too late watching conspiracy theory docs. Let’s give it something to scream about: prog-metal legends Dream Theater are heading to Frontwave Arena on 10/4, and we’re giving away tickets. Enter now for a shot at the kind of night that includes a 12-minute guitar solo.

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• Mitchum Yacoub brings The Brass Empire to Belly Up on 6/26, and it’s gonna be funky in all the right places. Throw in sets from Adam MacDougall & Isaiah Mitchell, plus Helena Holleran, and you've got a stacked night. Tickets are on sale now!

• Roll one tf up. Wiz Khalifa, Dom Kennedy, Earl Sweatshirt, Curren$y, Ab-Soul, Chevy Woods, DJ Bonics, and Fedd the God are taking over North Island Credit Union on 8/8. Lock in tickets Friday.

• When life gives Chula Vista lemons, it throws a full-blown street fest. The 28th Annual Lemon Festival returns 8/16, turning Third Avenue into a citrus celebration with live music, a cook-off, a Lil’ Lemons zone, and plenty to eat and drink.

• The Psychedelic Furs play Humphrey’s on 9/24 with special guest Gary Numan. Two legends, one night, and a setlist that still hits decades later. New wave meets synth pioneer. Tickets drop Friday!

• Plus, other just-announced shows from Crssd Fest, Beach Fossils, The Bones of J.R. Jones, Hannah Berner, Provoker, Choir Boy, Touching Ice, and more!

WIN STUFF WEDNESDAY

Did you know the DoSD team also doubles as psychics? We predict free tickets are in your future. Hit the link below to enter for a chance to win tickets to upcoming festivals, concerts, comedy shows, and more.

*Pro tip: share giveaways with friends for bonus entries!

• Hippie Sabotage, Two Feet, Sango. May 29 @ ​Petco Park.

• KSON All American Summer Concert. June 14 @ ​Frontwave Arena.

• Day Trip Festival. June 21 - June 22 @ Queen Mary Waterfront Events Park.

• Billy Currington, Kip Moore, Marlon Funaki. July 19 @ Petco Park.

• Lucy Dacus, Slow Pulp. September 9 @ ​Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre.

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• Nautilus Tavern is throwing a Pups on the Patio celebration this weekend with doggie goodie bags, a special menu for your furry friend, raffles, drink specials, and more! Proceeds will be donated to help pups in need.

• Four Padres tickets, a 3-month Soapy Joe’s Wash Club membership, and a few extra surprises are up for grabs in this giveaway. Game day is 5/27, and the link’s got all the details you need to get in the mix.

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