Friday, March 16
Steve Angello, Steve Aoki, and Zedd presented by LED at the Valley View Casino Center
If you are into the EDM scene at all, then you know this is one concert that is sure to blow your mind. The party will be going on literally all night long at San Diego Sports Arena from 8pm to 4am. LED has not failed us yet with their epic lineups of DJs, giving us all the perfect excuse to get up off the couch, get out the glow sticks, and dance the night away! Early bird tickets are still on sale and start at around $50.
Saturday, March 17
Fan Halen at The House of Blues
Voted the number one tribute band to Van Halen, this band is so close to the real thing, some of their Youtube videos have even been smacked with the warning because the music sounds so similar to the original “Your video of Fan Halen has content ID that matches and is owned or licensed by Warner Chappell.” So if you’re a fan of Van Halen, then you do not want to miss Fan Halen, this Saturday at 7pm at The House of Blues. Tickets start at around $80.
ShamROCK St. Patty’s Day Party in Downtown San Diego
The 17th Annual ShamROCK Block Party lands on Saturday, March 17th from 2pm until midnight in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter, taking over F Street from 5th to 7th Avenue, 6th Avenue between E and G Streets, and G Street between 5th and 6th Avenue, where The Pot o’ Gold main entrance will be located at 5th and G Street. It might be easier to just call this area “Ireland” as this year’s Celebration will re-create a 150-foot Irish Pub on the streets of the Gaslamp; turn the streets green with over 80,000 square feet of green Astroturf; and with a lighting extravaganza, transform the Gaslamp Quarter into an updated version of the rolling hills of the beer lovin country! For a mere $45, get your tickets now for a day filled with delicious food, great music, and lots and lots of beer!
San Diego Latino Film Festival Closing Night Party at 4th & B
Attend one of the must-see screenings on Closing Night of the San Diego Latino Film Festival! 4th & B will be the place to be afterwards, with music, dancing, and more! Come down to the hip downtown club, 4th & B, and enjoy the great Latin flair of ORQUESTRA BINACIONAL DE MAMBO while dancing up a storm! Or, if you’ve left your dancing shoes at home, relax with festival friends and a beverage as we wind down another fabulous festival and look forward to next year’s new lineup of films, music, and art. The $25 entrance fee includes one hour hosted drinks (10:00-11pm), live music, DJ, chance to mingle with special guests and much more.
St. Patty’s Day Pub Crawl in The Gaslamp Quarter
Drink the night away with a littler help from the organizers of pubcrawls.com this St. Patrick’s Day. Follow the rainbow to top spots in the Gaslamp Quarter where the crawl starts at Taste & Thirst, moving on to a series of pub stops. Take advantage of some great deals, such as $2 draft beers, two-for-one mix drinks, and $4 shots. Tickets range from $5-10, and guests must register ahead of time on either Friday from 5-9pm or Saturday from 12-9pm. Once registered, participants will be given a map to the participating bar locations.
St. Patrick’s Day 10k Run at Mission Bay Park
The 32nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day 10K Run will be taking place at Mission Bay Park, this Saturday, giving you the chance to start this holiday off on the right foot. This entertaining race gives a t-shirt for all participants, a special Irish award for the best Irish themed running costume, and an after party with Domino’s Pizza and local craft beer from Stone Brewing Co. and Ballast Point. The race day registration begins at 6:30am and kicks off officially at 7:45am. Proceeds from the race benefit the Rady Children’s Hospital.
Sunday, March 18
Whale Festival at The Tall Ship Star of India
From 10am-4pm this Sunday at the Point Cabrillo Light Station, come celebrate the 2012 Whale Festival for amazing views of the annual Gray whale migration. Visitors will also set sight on tide pool organisms in the 250 gallon salt water aquarium at the Marine Science Education exhibit in the restored Blacksmith shop. Activities for children and families will include a life-size gray whale jigsaw puzzle, games, shows, booths and much much more!
