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The Muse: Black History Month Edition | 6-9 p.m. | Quartyard | Free | Celebrate SD’s fashion, art, and live music scene while browsing local vendors.
Friday, Feb. 21
Fulton Lee | 7 p.m. | 1055 Fifth Ave, San Diego | $36+ | This rising singer + social media sensation is known for his “bubblegum funk” songs like “Strawberry Lemonade,” and we hear his live performances are poppin’.
Saturday, Feb. 22
Pace & Paint with Mensah Bey | 7-11 a.m. | San Diego Made Factory | Free | Start your weekend with movement + creativity with a walk through Logan Heights and Barrio Logan, followed by a collaborative painting session at the San Diego Made Factory.
Tribute to the Reggae Legends/ Bob Day | 3-11 p.m. | Worldbeat Cultural Center | $65 | This 44th annual celebration pays tribute to the reggae genre with a lineup of local + international artists like Sister Nancy, Johnny Osbourne, and Warrior King.
Keepers of the Culture 2025 | 5-7:30 p.m. | San Diego History Center | Free | This year, the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art will honor Shirley Weber, The Cooper Family Foundation, Ron Dhanifu, and Martha R. Logan.
“R.E.S.P.E.C.T.” | 7:30 p.m. | Balboa Theatre | $54+ | Pay tribute to the music of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, with hits like “Natural Woman,” “Chain of Fools,” and “Respect.”
Sunday, Feb. 23
Make at Mingei | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Mingei International | Free | Artist Jeanine Ertl shares her passion for natural dyeing at this hands-on workshop where you’ll use madder root + osage to craft your own creation.
Jeff Garlin and Friends | Belly Up, Solana Beach | $50+ | This lineup is jam-packed with comedy legends including Jeff Garlin, Dan Levy, and Chaunte Wayans.
Wednesday, Feb. 26
SheBelieves Cup | 4:30 p.m. | Snapdragon Stadium | $34+ | Practice your cheers for this double-header that showcases Australia vs. Colombia and USWNT vs. Japan.
Despite last week’s three-day storm, February’s rainfall totals remain far below normal. Historically, this is the county’s wettest month, but we’re back in a stretch of dry, warm weather this week. Rainfall totals have “caught up” before in March and April, but forecasters aren’t sure it will happen this year. (The San Diego Union-Tribune + CBS 8)
Civic
Due to the city’s $252.2 million deficit, Mayor Todd Gloria announced budget cuts this week intended to help the city save $5.3 million while preserving services for residents. While 31 city jobs have been reduced or consolidated, Gloria said firefighters, police officers, and paramedics remain a top priority for SD.
Development
Downtown’s Horton Plaza redevelopment project may be in trouble. The effort was supposed to create 700,000-sqft of new office space, restaurants, and shops at the seven-block site, but the lead development firm owes $350+ million in unpaid debt. If the debt isn’t paid in 90 days, the firm could lose the property. (CBS 8)
Closed
After seven years in business, Little Italy Food Hall in Piazza della Famiglia has closed. The hotspot was anchored by concepts created by YouTube superstar Sam “The Cooking Guy” Zien and Grain & Grit Collective. Zien and the hospitality group have amicably parted ways. Explore other local food halls.
Transit
Mid-City GO, a free shuttle program offering rides within North Park + City Heights Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., is now up and running. The program hopes to provide 75,000 reliable rides annually while connecting the communities and reducing congestion. Top hop on, download the Via San Diego app.
Biz
Hob Nob Hill, the diner serving comfort food in Bankers Hill since 1944, has been sold. This is only the third owner in the diner’s 81-year history, but the restaurant’s name and beloved homemade recipes will stay the same. OK, now we’re craving that Cinnamon Swirl French Toast. (CBS 8)
Community
San Diego History Center will debut “Missing Pieces” — the city’s first historic, digital archive of local African American history — at an unveiling reception on Wednesday, Feb. 26, at 5:30 p.m. The ongoing project includes photos, stories, and artifacts; you can contribute to the collection by emailing community@sandiegohistory.org.
Festival
Wonderfront will return to SD’s waterfront Friday, May 16-Sunday, May 18, and the lineup is stacked. Festival headliners include Peggy Gou and Daniel Caesar on Friday; Anderson .Paak & the Free Nationals and Foster the People on Saturday; and Khruangbin, Jason Mraz, and Gary Clark Jr. on Sunday. Get tickets.
Ranked
Our city isn’t dubbed the Capital of Craft for nothing. USA Today 10Best has nominated San Diego as one of the 20 best beer cities in the US. Vote for SD to rise into the top 10 through Monday, Feb. 24. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, March 5. Cheers.
Feel Good
Please kindly drop everything you’re doing and look at these tiny sloth bears. The cub cuties were recently born at the San Diego Zoo to first-time mom, Shala, and are now exploring their zoo habitat along Upper Center Street. The zoo says they love riding on their mom’s back.
Sports
The Chargers’ pursuit of top talent is in high gear, but it looks like Tee Higgins is out of the picture. The attention is now on Justin Hebert. Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Coming Soon
Did this catch your eye? That’s because locals (like you) are excited about new happenings in the city. Spread the word about your business, services, big news, or event coming soon to San Diego.
Finance
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City Guide
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A rockin’ time at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre. | Photo via @n8ofthemill
Hear that? It’s the scintillating sound of San Diego’s live music venues beckoning you to a performance you’ll never forget. Get tuned in on where to see your next show with our guide to local live music venues.
Stadium
Petco Park | Capacity: 42,000+
The Padres’ downtown ballpark can hold San Diego’s largest live music audience. The Rolling Stones were the first act to play at the venue in November 2005, but many big names have packed the stadium over the past 20 years. The 2025 lineup includes Teddy Swims and Blues Traveler with Gin Blossoms and Spin Doctors.
Outdoor setting
North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre | Capacity: 20,000
Chula Vista’s outdoor venue hosts most of its concerts from May to November. The 2025 lineup includes the Outlaw Music Festival with Willie Nelson + Bob Dylan, plus Incubus, Nelly, and Billy Idol.
Concert hall
The Sound | Capacity: 1,900
The Del Mar Fairgrounds welcomed this music hall in 2023, and it’s been making soundwaves since Ziggy Marley headlined its debut.
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I’m not crying, you’re crying. San Diego FC’s inaugural season officially kicks off this weekend, and the new MLS team unveiled this “Dear San Diego” love letter by local poet Rudy Francisco.
As a local, this letter gave me all the feels. My favorite lines: “We are different communities that join hands and become a cultural mosaic. Here, you can find pride on every corner.”
The team’s first away match is this Sunday, Feb. 23; join a watch party at Mavericks Beach Club in PB. The home opener is on Saturday, March 1 at Snapdragon Stadium. Let’s go, SD.
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