San Diego/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on August 07, 2019
San Diego to host a variety of music events this weekPhoto: Danny Howe/Unsplash

If you love music performances, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in San Diego. From an evening of EDM to a music and arts festival, here are the local shows worth checking out this week.

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Ookay DJ Set at Omnia 

From the event description:

With a huge explosion onto the electronic dance music market, young San Diego-based producer, Ookay (pronounced “Okay”) left a permanent mark in 2013. With a rapid growing fan base and comedic twitter persona, Ookay has proven himself to be one of the young leaders in the up-rise of modern dance music.

When: Friday, Aug. 9, 9 p.m.- Saturday, Aug. 10, 5 a.m.
Where: Omnia, 454 Sixth Ave.
Price: Free
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TexaCali Music Festival

From the event description:

Spend the day on Mission Bay with some of the best artists that Austin, Texas, the "Live Music Capital of the World," has to offer. See performances by Jackie Venson Band, Dawn & Hawkes and Barbara Nesbitt. Hosted by Christopher Dale and the Rabbit Hole. There will be multiple adult beverage stations and a food court. 

When: Saturday, Aug. 10, 2-10 p.m.
Where: San Diego Mission Bay Boat & Ski Club, 2606 N. Mission Bay Drive
Price: $35
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CityFest Art & Music Festival

From the event description:

San Diego's ultimate summer art and music festival takes over 5th Avenue for Hillcrest CityFest. Our 36th annual celebration of community spirit features live bands, electric dance music DJ's, arts, crafts and food that attracts over 150,000-plus visitors from San Diego and Southern California. This is San Diego's largest and best art and music festival — stretching nearly a half-mile over nine city blocks.

When: Sunday, Aug. 11, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Where: Hillcrest
Price: Free
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'Rock of Ages'

From the event description:

Sunset Boulevard was a wild place in the '80s. First of all, there was "so" much hair, regardless of gender. Add in jello shots and tight pants and you've got yourself quite the party. "Rock of Ages" brings it all back, with a sweet love story set to songs of the era that will have you headbanging in your seat.

When: Wednesday, Aug. 7, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Old Town Theatre, 4040 Twiggs St.
Price: $35 - $45
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Damage, Inc.

From the event description:

You would have to go to a huge stadium to see Metallica, but you can get the Metallica experience up-close with Damage, Inc. at House of Blues San Diego. Experience all the hard-rocking jams, crunching guitar riffs and scorching vocals of the thrash metal pioneers in a whole new way. Singe your eyebrows at this full-throttle live show.

When: Saturday, Aug. 10, 7 p.m.
Where: House of Blues San Diego, 1055 Fifth Ave.
Price: $9.50
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Parking in San Diego can be tough, especially during popular events. To find free or cheap parking and to book parking in advance, see this map of San Diego parking from SpotAngels. And to get there by public transportation, check the MTS website for nearby stations and schedules.


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