In This Issue

Good morning, San Diego! Whether you're into classic cars, indie bookstores, fine art or indulging in boysenberry treats, this weekend's lineup has something for everyone. Here’s what’s happening around town:

• Sizzling events on the waterfront

• The perfect tequila & taco pairing

• Lakeside Rodeo's Southern California showdown

• Local authors and indie bookstores to explore

• Upcoming festivals and fairs

Let’s dive in.

— Steve DeLong

The Events

• Art Scene West Film Festival - April 25th & 26th | 6 to 9 pm
  Vibrant waterfront setting + Unique Cinematic Experience + Music. Attend the inaugural event. More info here!

• Art Alive 2025 - April 24th to April 27th | Hours Vary 
  Art Alive is an annual exhibition celebrating creativity at the San Diego Museum of Art, showcasing floral installations inspired by the museum's art collection. There is a variety of events over the 4 days. More info here!

• La Jolla Concours D’Elegance - April 25th to 27th 
  Over 170 exquisite classic cars, stunning ocean views, and a celebration of automotive art and design. More info here!

• Linda Vista Multicultural Fair & Parade - April 26th | 10am to 5 pm 
  “An annual tradition that brings together food, art, music, and community. This year’s theme, “Food from the Heart,” highlights the role of food in uniting cultures and creating connections that last a lifetime. More details here.

• 🎶 Adams Avenue Unplugged – April 26, 2025  
  On Saturday from 12 PM to midnight, over 80 live performances will light up 24 venues across University Heights, Normal Heights, and Kensington in this free, all-ages event. More details here.

• 🎨 Mission Fed ArtWalk – April 26–27, 2025

  San Diego’s Little Italy transforms into a vibrant art hub with over 250 artists, four live music stages, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly activities. This free, two-day festival celebrates its 41st year, supporting ArtReach San Diego’s mission to provide arts education to underserved schools. More here.

• 🎨 Encinitas Spring Street Fair – April 26–27, 2025

  Celebrate spring in Encinitas with over 450 vendors, live music on five stages, a beer garden, kids’ activities, and delicious food along historic Highway 101. Find out more here.

• 📚 San Diego Book Crawl – April 26–28, 2025

  Explore 14 indie bookstores across San Diego, collect stamps, and earn exclusive prizes! Highlights include author Dave Eggers' signings and a Book Shuttle for easy travel. A fun way to support local literary culture! More details here.

• 🎉 Celebrate the Craft at The Lodge at Torrey Pines – April 27, 2025

  Savor California's finest flavors at this premier culinary festival, featuring top chefs, local artisans, and exquisite wines, all set against stunning ocean views.
  Proceeds benefit The Ecology Center. More details here.

• 🍇 Knott’s Boysenberry Festival – March 28–April 27, 2025

  Celebrate the iconic berry that started it all at Knott’s Berry Farm! Indulge in over 80 boysenberry-inspired dishes and drinks, including new creations like boysenberry BBQ pulled pork over cornbread, boysenberry cheesecake crisp pie, and boysenberry tequila smash. Enjoy live entertainment, artisan crafts, and family-friendly activities. Ends this weekend. Don't miss this berrylicious celebration! Learn more and plan your visit

• 🌮 Tequila & Taco Music Festival – April 26, 2025

  Spice up your Saturday at the Del Mar Fairgrounds with over 20 tequila tastings, gourmet tacos, live music, and artisan vendors. Tequila sampling runs from 2 PM to 6 PM. ​ Get Tickets & More Info

• 🤠 Lakeside Rodeo – April 25–27, 2025

  Experience the thrill of Southern California's premier rodeo at the 61st Annual Lakeside Rodeo! Held at the Lakeside Rodeo Grounds. All proceeds benefit the youth of Lakeside through the El Capitan Stadium Association. Get Tickets & More Info

Upcoming

🐾 San Diego County Fair – June 11–July 6, 2025

The Fair returns to the Del Mar Fairgrounds with a "Summer Pet-tacular" theme, celebrating the bond between humans and their pets. Enjoy thrilling rides, mouth-watering food, incredible exhibits, and top-notch entertainment. The fair will be open daily from 11 AM to 11 PM, closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Tickets are now available online, and advance purchase is recommended to save on admission and parking. ​Learn more and get tickets here

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The Views

How about an Imperial Beach Sunset! This ones from abc10news but credited to Lourdes Araiza Beltran.

The Weather

The Music

Friday 4/25

Duke's La Jolla, Mike Myrdal, 3-6pm, La Jolla
Orfila Vineyards and Winery, Albert Hurtado, 3:30-6:30pm, San Pasqual Valley
Aquarius Bar & Grille, Groovestar, 4-6pm, Mission Bay
Humphreys Backstage LIVE, Stoney B. Blues, 5-7pm, Point Loma
Pour House, Son of Kane, 5-8pm, South Oceanside
The Camp Store, Brent Curtis, 5-7:30pm, Carlsbad
Baba Coffee - Carlsbad, The Soto Six (minus three), 5:30-8:30pm, Carlsbad Village
Belly Up Tavern, Atomic Groove Happy Hour, 5:30-8pm, Solana Beach
Windmill Food Hall, Sean McCole, 6-8pm, Carlsbad
Grand Ole BBQ Flinn Springs, WestWinders, 6-8pm, El Cajon
Aquarius Bar & Grille, The Surf Birdz, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
Barefoot Bar & Grill, Christian Taylor, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
Bellamy's Restaurant, Dave Scott & Bobby Lanuza, 6-9pm, Central Escondido
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa, David Shyde, 6-9pm, La Jolla
Humble Heart, Girls Got Nerve + Reality Session + Bituin Wunders, 6-10pm, Point Loma
Junkyard Sports Bar & Grill, Shea Givens, 6-9pm, Ivey Ranch / Rancho Del Oro
La Valencia Hotel, Keni Yarbro, 6-9pm, La Jolla
San Diego Mission Bay Resort, Jemille Vialet, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, Kai Kalama, 6-9pm, Point Loma
The Rabbit Hole, Jimmy Lewis, 6-9pm, Mid-City
Topside Terrace Kitchen & Bar @ Hotel Republic, DJ Compact 33, 6-9pm, Core-Columbia
Heroes Wood-Fired Pizza, Whiskey and Burlap, 6-9pm, Julian/Santa Ysabel
Sunny Grove Brewing Company, TDB Tunes Band, 6-9pm, Santee
Babcock & Story - Hotel Del Coronado, Gonzo Solo, 6-10pm, Coronado
The Galley at the Marina, Paradygm, 6-10pm, Chula Vista
American Legion Post 282, Upfront Band, 6:30-9:30pm, La Mesa
Eddie V's Prime Seafood, Craig Dawson Trio, 6:30-10:30pm, Marina
Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine, Adam Wolff featuring Phineas Leevy, 6:30-8:30pm, Mira Mesa
Négociant Winery, Don L., 6:30-9:30pm, Hillcrest
The Shout! House, Dueling Piano Show, 6:30pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter
The Jazz Lounge, Julian Esparza Quintet, 7-8:30pm, Mid-City
La Jolla Community Center, Beatles Tribute featuring Peter Sprague, 7-9:30pm, La Jolla
Aztec Brewing Company, Your Mom + The Rizzly Bears, 7-10pm, Vista
Books & Records, Mercedes Moore, 7-10pm, Bankers Hill
Fast Times, 3 Car Garage, 7-10pm, Clairemont
Don Diego VFW Post 7420, Quinteto Caballero, 7-10pm, Barrio Logan
Il Sogno Italiano, Anthony Smith featuring Santino Sgambelluri, 7-10pm, Gaslamp Quarter
L'Auberge Del Mar, Rachel Jay, 7-10pm, Del Mar
Le Papagayo Carlsbad, Steve Orr, 7-10pm, Carlsbad Village
Le Papagayo Leucadia, The Swingin' Johnsons, 7-10pm, Leucadia
Kimball's Coastal Eatery, George Villasenor's Band Colour, 7-10pm, National City
Riviera Supper Club and Turquoise Room, Pocket Candy, 7-10pm, La Mesa
The Jazzy Wishbone, Thee Kokopellis, 7-10pm, Oceanside
Union Kitchen & Tap Encinitas, Jonny Tarr, 7-10pm, Encinitas
Good Bar, The Locals & Snail Fight, 7-11pm, Point Loma
1st Street Bar, Warsaw Poland Bros., 7:30-9:30pm, Encinitas
Lou Lou’s Club @ Lafayette Hotel, Danny Janklow's Elevation Band, 8-11pm, University Heights
Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Matt Heinecke, 8-11pm, Carmel Valley
Humphreys Backstage LIVE, Fleetwood MAX!, 8pm-12am, Point Loma
McP's Irish Pub, Baywolf, 8pm-12am, Coronado
The Holding Company, Emo vs. Pop-Punk: MySpace Music Video Party, 8pm-12am, Point Loma
The Tower Bar, DTA, 8pm-12am, City Heights
Til-Two Club, Taking Liberties! with Heather Hardcore & Mandy Warhol, 8pm-1:30am, Talmadge
Whiskey Girl, Lissa Dee, 8-10pm, Gaslamp Quarter
Full Circle Saloon, Aerosmythe + Paint It Black + I-90, 8:30pm-12:30am, Santee
Mr. Peabody's Bar & Grill, Falcon Punch, 8:30-11:30pm, Encinitas
The Casbah, Kevin Atwater + Renny Conti, 8:30-11:30pm, MIddletown
Belly Up Tavern, Fooz Fighters + The Thieves About, 9pm-12am, Solana Beach
Black Cat Bar, Mood of a Sinner + Academy Order, 9pm-12am, City Heights
Pour House, The Resinators + The Riddims, 9pm-1am, South Oceanside
Prohibition, CEO's Rhythm Section, 9pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter
Seven Grand, Jenny & The Tramps, 9-11pm, North Park
Vin de Syrah, The Ladies of Rouge, 9-9:15pm, Gaslamp Quarter
Renegade Country, Patrick Howard Trampus & Honky Tonk Nights, 9pm-12:30am, El Cajon
Winston's Beach Club, Bermuda Search Party + Sorry Ghost + Daddy, 9pm-1am, Point Loma
Moonshine Flats, Stephen Carey, 10pm-12am, East Village
1st Street Bar, Pleasure Victim, 10pm-2am, Encinitas

Saturday 2/22

Jacobs Music Center, The Mountain That Loved A Bird, 10am-1pm, Core-Columbia
Farmer & The Seahorse, Matt Heinecke, 11am-2pm, Torrey Pines
La Valencia Hotel, Tyler F. Simmons & Jesse Rone Johnson, 11am-2pm, La Jolla
San Diego Mission Bay Resort, Ben Powell, 11am-2pm, Mission Bay
Aquarius Bar & Grille, Appian Way, 12-3pm, Mission Bay
Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Brian Wahlstrom, 12-3pm, Carmel Valley
Orfila Vineyards and Winery, Christian Taylor, 12-3pm, San Pasqual Valley
1st Street Bar, Saguaro, 1-4pm, Encinitas
Grand Ole BBQ Flinn Springs, Big Sky Moon, 5-8pm, El Cajon
Aquarius Bar & Grille, Twisted Relatives, 3-6pm, Mission Bay
Orfila Vineyards and Winery, Fercho, 3:30-6:30pm, San Pasqual Valley
1st Street Bar, The Sea Monks, 5-8pm, Encinitas
Alpine VFW Post 9578, UpFront Band, 5-9pm, Alpine
Humphreys Backstage LIVE, The Weener Pigs, 5-7pm, Point Loma
Pour House, Jeremy The Wicked + TBA, 5-8pm, South Oceanside
The Camp Store, The Ideas, 5-7:30pm, Carlsbad
Good Bar, The Double Wides, 5-7:30pm, Point Loma
Baba Coffee - Carlsbad, iD.M, 5:30-8:30pm, Carlsbad Village
Windmill Food Hall, Taylor Johns, 6-8pm, Carlsbad
Heroes Wood-Fired Pizza, Billy Watson, 6-9pm, Julian/Santa Ysabel
Aquarius Bar & Grille, Electric Waste Band, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
Barefoot Bar & Grill, Adam Bergoch, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
Bellamy's Restaurant, Blame Betty, 6-9pm, Central Escondido
Downtown Café, Good Fun Band, 6-9pm, El Cajon
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa, Jolene Cruz, 6-9pm, La Jolla
La Valencia Hotel, Kevin James O'Brien, 6-9pm, La Jolla
Mission Brewing East Village, Music at Mission Brewery, 6-9pm, East Village
Harry's Sports Bar & Grill, Suitcase Johnnie, 6-9pm, Fallbrook
San Diego Mission Bay Resort, David Shyde, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, Tyler F. Simmons, 6-9pm, Point Loma
Topside Terrace Kitchen & Bar @ Hotel Republic, Cobby Brzeski, 6-9pm, Core-Columbia
Topside Terrace Kitchen & Bar @ Hotel Republic, Danielle Angeloni, 6-9pm, Core-Columbia
Sunny Grove Brewing Company, Pat McBride, 6-9pm, Santee
The Galley at the Marina, Santana Pa Ti Live, 6-10pm, Chula Vista
Eddie V's Prime Seafood, Archie Thompson Trio, 6:30-9:30pm, Marina
Jacobs Music Center, Tribute to Duke Ellington & Billy Strayhorn, 6:30-9:30pm, Core-Columbia
Steele 94, Santana Soul, 6:30-9:30pm, Spring Valley
Inzane Brewing Co., The Station Changes, 7-9pm, Vista
The Clark Cabaret Bar & Lounge, Live Music with Ria & Rayme, 7-9pm, University Heights
Aztec Brewing Company, Flow State, 7-10pm, Vista
Il Sogno Italiano, Mikan Zlatkovich Quartet, 7-10pm, Gaslamp Quarter
L'Auberge Del Mar, Jemille Vialet, 7-10pm, Del Mar
Le Papagayo Carlsbad, Hippy Goods, 7-10pm, Carlsbad Village
Le Papagayo Leucadia, John Bennett, 7-10pm, Leucadia
Fast Times, Nemesis, 7-10pm, Clairemont
Riviera Supper Club and Turquoise Room, Konrad Malinowski Quartet, 7-10pm, La Mesa
Union Kitchen & Tap Encinitas, OttoPilot, 7-10pm, Encinitas
Kimball's Coastal Eatery, Latin Sol, 7-10pm, National City
1st Street Bar, The Sea Monks, 7:30-9:30pm, Encinitas
The Holding Company, Daring Greatly + Jesse Ray Smith + Kimmi Bitter, 7:30-11:30pm, Point Loma
Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Freddie Walton, 8-11pm, Carmel Valley
Humphreys Backstage LIVE, Grooveline, 8pm-12am, Point Loma
Lou Lou’s Club @ Lafayette Hotel, Electric LouieLand, 8-11pm, University Heights
McP's Irish Pub, Fish & the Seaweeds, 8pm-12am, Coronado
The Holding Company, Emo vs. Pop-Punk: MySpace Music Video Party, 8pm-12am, Point Loma
The Tower Bar, DTA, 8pm-12am, City Heights
Til-Two Club, Taking Liberties! with Heather Hardcore & Mandy Warhol, 8pm-1:30am, Talmadge
Whiskey Girl, Lissa Dee, 8-10pm, Gaslamp Quarter
Full Circle Saloon, Aerosmythe + Paint It Black + I-90, 8:30pm-12:30am, Santee
Mr. Peabody's Bar & Grill, Social Remedy, 8:30-11:30pm, Encinitas
The Casbah, Kevin Atwater + Renny Conti, 8:30-11:30pm, MIddletown
Belly Up Tavern, Fooz Fighters + The Thieves About, 9pm-12am, Solana Beach
Black Cat Bar, Milky Wayne Presents, 9pm-12am, City Heights
Pour House, The Linkin' Park Experience & Jeremy the Wicked, 9pm-1am, South Oceanside
Seven Grand, Electric Louie Land, 9-11pm, North Park
Good Bar, Savage Touch & Friends, 9pm-12:30am, Point Loma
Renegade Country, Barbwire, 9pm-12:30am, El Cajon
Til-Two Club, Gravebeat, 9pm-1:30am, Talmadge
Moonshine Flats, Stephen Carey, 10pm-12am, East Village
1st Street Bar, DJ BCarr, 10pm-2am, Encinitas

Sunday 2/23

Felix's BBQ with Soul, Sunday Brunch with Robert Parker, 10am-2:30pm, Ivey Ranch / Rancho Del Oro
Seasons Restaurant, Brian Pierini, 10:30am-1:30pm, Carlsbad
Baba Coffee - Carlsbad, Champagne Brunch with Calabio Twins, 11am-2pm, Carlsbad Village
Farmer & The Seahorse, David Shyde, 11am-2pm, Torrey Pines
L'Auberge Del Mar, Jesse Rone Johnson, 11am-2pm, Del Mar
La Valencia Hotel, Javid & Naoko, 11am-2pm, La Jolla
San Diego Mission Bay Resort, Shea Givens, 11am-2pm, Mission Bay
Aquarius Bar & Grille, High Noon Grateful Dead Party, 12-4:20pm, Mission Bay
Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Adam J. Eros, 12-3pm, Carmel Valley
Duke's La Jolla, Keni Yarbro, 1-4pm, La Jolla
Grand Ole BBQ Flinn Springs, Barbwire, 2-5pm, El Cajon
Punch Bowl Social San Diego, Music BINGO, 2-4pm, East Village
Ramona Ranch Vineyard & Winery, Live Music, 2-5pm, Ramona
McP's Irish Pub Paddy-O, Busted Spurs w/Gonzo, 2-5pm, Coronado
Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Sunday Organ Concert, 2-3pm, Balboa Park
Inzane Brewing Co., Line Dancing, 3-9pm, Vista
Fast Times, The Classic Rock Band, 3-6pm, Clairemont
The Galley at the Marina, Manzanita Blues, 3-7pm, Chula Vista
Orfila Vineyards and Winery, Emily Afton, 3:30-6:30pm, San Pasqual Valley
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa, Matt Heinecke, 4-7pm, La Jolla
Aquarius Bar & Grille, Mason's Children, 5-8pm, Mission Bay
Panama 66, San Diego Tap Fest Jam, 5-7pm, Balboa Park
The Camp Store, Heaney & Randolph, 5-7:30pm, Carlsbad
The Clark Cabaret Bar & Lounge, Janice Edwards Trio, 5-7pm, University Heights
Kimball's Coastal Eatery, R-Tyme, 5-8pm, National City
Aztec Brewing Company, Aztec Jazz Jam, 6-9pm, Vista
Eddie V's Prime Seafood, Burt Brion Trio, 6-9pm, Marina
Le Papagayo Carlsbad, Jimmy Patton, 6-9pm, Carlsbad Village
Le Papagayo Leucadia, Maxwell The Great, 6-9pm, Leucadia
Mr. Peabody's Bar & Grill, Jazz Jam, 6-10pm, Encinitas
Il Sogno Italiano, Tommy Gannon, 6:30-9:30pm, Gaslamp Quarter
Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel, The Lonesome Roses, 7-10pm, Jacumba Hot Springs
Lou Lou’s Club @ Lafayette Hotel, Aaron Lind Organ Trio, 7-10pm, University Heights
Pour House, Comedy Show, 7-9pm, South Oceanside
Belly Up Tavern, Sean Hayes + Moon Panda, 7:30-10:30pm, Solana Beach
Humphreys Backstage LIVE, Psydecar, 8-11pm, Point Loma
Prohibition, Pro-Am Blues Jam, 9pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter

Trivia and Karaoke

Friday 2/21

Alpine VFW Post 9578, Karaoke, 5-9pm, Alpine
710 Beach Club, Karaoke, 8pm-12am, Pacific Beach
Harry's Sports Bar & Grill, Harryaoke Fridays, 8pm-1am, Fallbrook
Happy Does Bar, Karaoke, 8:30pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter
Carriage House Cocktails & Karaoke, Karaoke, 9pm-1am, Kearny Mesa
The Rabbit Hole, Live Band Karaoke, 9pm-12am, Mid-City
Werewolf American Pub, Karaoke, 9pm-1am, Gaslamp Quarter
The Clark Cabaret Bar & Lounge, Karaoke, 10pm-12am, University Heights
Night Parade Brewing Company, Trivia, 5:30-7:30pm, Scripps Ranch
White Labs Brewing Co - San Diego, Trivia, 6:30-8:30pm, Miramar
Dirty Birds Ocean Beach, Trivia, 7-9pm, Point Loma
Dave & Buster's Carlsbad, Trivia, 8-10pm, Carlsbad

Saturday 2/22

American Legion Post 282, Karaoke, 6-9pm, La Mesa
Junkyard Sports Bar & Grill, Karaoke, 8pm-12am, Ivey Ranch / Rancho Del Oro
Happy Does Bar, Karaoke, 8:30pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter
Werewolf American Pub, Karaoke, 9pm-1am, Gaslamp Quarter
Amalfi Enoteca Italiana, Trivia, 6-8pm, San Marcos
Round Table Pizza (Poway), Trivia, 6-8pm, Poway
Dirty Birds College Area, Trivia, 8-10pm, Rolando Village

Sunday 2/23

710 Beach Club, Karaoke, 8pm-12am, Pacific Beach
Full Circle Saloon, Karaoke, 8:30pm-12:30am, Santee
1st Street Bar, Karaoke, 9pm-1am, Encinitas
Carriage House Cocktails & Karaoke, Karaoke, 9pm-1am, Kearny Mesa
The Kensington Club, Karaoke, 9pm-1am, Kensington
Werewolf American Pub, Karaoke, 9pm-1am, Gaslamp Quarter
Bayside Kitchen & Bar, Trivia, 5-7pm, Little Italy
Dirty Birds Liberty Station, Trivia, 7-9pm, Point Loma
Original 40 Brewing Company, Trivia, 7-9pm, North Park

*Some events may require tickets, reservations, cover charges, or be full/sold out, and typos or errors could happen but we try our best!! …

And that’s a wrap for this week folks…

San Diego Meteor is published every Friday Morning by Steve DeLong. Steve is an Escondido High Graduate and has lived in San Diego County since 1972.