The Rady Shell sure knows how to put on a show — this was Jason Mraz’s concert in August 2024. | Photo via Monica Garske + SDtoday
Drumroll, please. From pop to country and everything in between, San Diego is a stop on 45+ major artists’ and bands’ tour schedules. Scan this list and snag your tickets to ensure you don’t miss out on any of them.
Rock
The Beach Boys | Saturday, Aug. 9 | The Rady Shell | The 2025 iteration of this legendary rock pop group is fronted by original member Mike Love. Catch “The Sounds of Summer Tour” with hits like “Good Vibrations” and “California Girls.”
Pop
Kali Uchis | Sunday, Aug. 24 | Pechanga Arena | The Grammy Award-winning “Telepatía” singer performs “The Sincerely, Tour.”
Hip-Hop
Nelly with Ja Rule + Eve | Wednesday, Aug. 27 | North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre | It’s getting hot in herre. Bust out your low-rise jeans and butterfly clips — the “Where the Party At Tour” is a Y2K hip-hop dream come true.
Country
Midland | Friday, Sept. 12 | Viejas Casino & Resort | Mosey to Alpine to catch the country group featuring Mark Wystrach, Jess Carson, and Cameron Duddy.
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VolunBEERS: A Hoppy Service Project | 6-8 p.m. | Ballast Point Miramar | $30+ | Help pack learning kits for the nonprofit Worlds Alive! and join a letter writing campaign dedicated to students, educators, and volunteers; tickets include supplies and a beer.
Latin American Market | Friday, Aug. 1-Sunday, Aug. 3 | Times vary | Bazaar del Mundo Shops | Free | Shop folk art, handwoven textiles, jewelry, ceramics, and pottery from Latin American artisans while enjoying live art demos and dance performances.
Ballet Under the Stars | 8 p.m. | Epstein Family Amphitheater | $30 | SD’s next generation of dancers perform under the stars — get there an hour early to enjoy the pre-performance picnic.
Saturday, Aug. 2
Haute with Heart “London Calling” Fashion Show | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Hilton San Diego Bayfront | $225+ | This celebration of British fashion + culture will feature a runway show that blends sophistication with bold street styles.
ArtWalk Liberty Station | Saturday, Aug. 2-Sunday, Aug. 3 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Arts District Liberty Station | Free | Browse through diverse works from 175+ artists across mediums like painting, photography, and ceramics while enjoying live music, food vendors, and interactive art activities.
Farm to Bay | 4-7:30 p.m. | The Living Coast Discovery Center, Chula Vista | $120 | Enjoy food and drink samples from local restaurants and bid on auctions in support of the Living Coast’s ongoing wildlife education, conservation, and sustainability programs.
Sunday, Aug. 3
Tiki Takeover Pairing Tour | Through Sunday, Aug. 31 | 12-7 p.m. | Cutwater Tasting Room | $24 | Get a behind-the-scenes look at the distillery during this 50-minute guided tour that includes Cutwater rum tastings perfectly paired with snacks; you get a keepsake to take home, too.
Monday, Aug. 4
CaddyHack Golf Festival | 11:30 a.m. | Fairbanks Ranch Country Club | $100+ | Here’s the tee: All proceeds from this event will benefit Boys to Men Mentoring, so hop on the links and make an impact.
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0.4 ft. That’s how high the tsunami waves caused by an 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia were when they reached the La Jolla coastline early yesterday. A tsunami advisory was canceled for SD’s coast, but the National Weather Service said small sea level changes may continue in some areas. (Newsweek + CBS8)
Traffic
Change, change, change — 300 parking meters that’ll charge $2.50 per hour daily, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., will be installed along 6th Avenue and Park Boulevard near Balboa Park. They’re part of the city’s parking management proposal for Balboa Park, which includes tiered parking rates at the landmark for the first time in history. (CBS8)
Opening
San Diego International Airport will debut a new entrance roadway tomorrow, Aug. 1, as part of the New T1. The three-lane roadway has no intersections or traffic lights and is designed to provide quicker access to the terminals. The entrance is at North Harbor Drive + West Laurel Street — look for overhead signs.
Civic
City council advanced a plan to transform downtown’s embattled, long-vacant 101 Ash St. office building into 247 affordable housing apartments for those earning 30-80% of the area median income. The project, funded mainly through federal tax credits, will include 25,000-sqft of retail space + a childcare center. (CBS8)
Coming Soon
Mom’s Chicken & Waffle has found a new home. The North Park restaurant will relocate this fall from University Avenue to a familiar spot that sizzled with beloved breakfast dishes for 50+ years — the former site of Lucky’s Golden Phenix, now on the newly renamed “Lucky Lane.”
Health
US News and World Report’s annual Best Hospitals rankings named UC San Diego Health No. 9 nationally and No. 1 in SD. The local health care provider maintained its rankings across several specialties, including cancer and cardiology + vascular surgery, but missed the publication’s honor roll. Scripps Health earned six national rankings. (The San Diego Union-Tribune)
Development
The playground, restrooms, and fishing pier at National City’s Pepper Park are temporarily closed as construction continues on the park’s $8 million renovation project. Phase 1 improvements will add a pirate-themed playground, splash pad, perched beach, terrace, and picnic area. The park is scheduled to reopen in early 2026. (Times of San Diego)
State
The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) launched its 2025 Coolest Thing Made in California contest. Nominations are open through Friday, Aug. 29 and bracket-style public voting begins Monday, Sept. 8. What do you think is the coolest thing made in SD? There are lots of standouts, that’s for sure.
Sports
We’re still thinking about Elias Diaz’s walk-off RBI single against the Mets earlier this week. Also, amid the trade deadline frenzy are blockbuster moves on the horizon for the Padres? Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the San Diego Padreswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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Older Adults
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The “full-throttle weekend” will be the first NASCAR events ever on an active military base and will include drivers zooming through the tarmac and past aircraft carriers, although the course layout is still being designed.
The races will coincide with the US Navy’s 250th anniversary. Tickets will go on sale this fall, but fans can place deposits now for speedier planning or join the pre-sale waitlist.
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The weekly Saturday shows run through Aug. 23, so there’s still time to catch one. Try I Love the ‘90s this Saturday, Trina on Aug. 9, or Ginuwine on Aug. 16 — they’re included with park admission.
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