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San Diego's weekend just got serious—and seriously fun. Tiki Oasis throws it’s 25th anniversary bash with five nights of tropical mayhem, while 626 Night Market transforms Pechanga Arena into an Asian food paradise. North Park gets soulful with its annual food festival, and when the tide drops, Sunset Cliffs reveals its secret cave sanctuary. Cap it off with The Beach Boys' harmonies under the stars, plus a weekend packed with live music from every corner of the county.

Let’s dive in.

 Steve DeLong
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The Events

🏮 Tiki Oasis 25th Anniversary August 6-10 (Various times) The world's largest tiki weekender celebrates 25 years with five nights of live music, pool lounging, fashion shows, tropical cocktails, and bustling marketplace at Town and Country Hotel.

🌙 626 Night Market San Diego August 8-10 (5pm-11:30pm) America's largest Asia-inspired night market brings dozens of food vendors, crafts, games, and live entertainment to Pechanga Arena with free parking.

🍽️ San Diego Soul Food Festival August 9 (11am-4pm) North Park celebrates cuisine, culture, and community with delicious soul food from across the diaspora in this Saturday festival.

🏢 Borrego Rooftop Kitchen + Cocktails Ongoing SUNSET Sessions (Restaurant hours) Stunning East Village rooftop dining with craft cocktails, elevated cuisine, and panoramic city views overlooking Petco Park's baseball action.

⛵ Star of India Family Overnight One Day Only - Friday August 8th Sleep aboard San Diego's historic tall ship at the Maritime Museum for an unforgettable nautical adventure complete with evening programs.

🎵 The Beach Boys Saturday August 9th The California sound comes to The Shell amphitheater with classic hits like "Good Vibrations" and "California Girls" under the stars.

*None of the events listed here are sponsored. I’ll always let you know if they are…

The Food - Recent Openings

🤠 Doc Holliday's Bar & Grill Opening mid-August Old Town's newest saloon brings Western tavern vibes with craft cocktails, elevated comfort food, and authentic Wild West atmosphere from Pietro Busalacchi.

🥙 Bosforo Restaurant & Bar Now Open Normal Heights' new Turkish-Italian fusion spot serves wood-fired kebabs, seasonal mezes, artisan pizzas, and vibrant Istanbul meyhane culture on Adams Avenue.

The Upcoming Events

✈️ MCAS Miramar Air Show September 26-28 America's largest military air show returns with military demos, aerial acrobatics, WWII warbirds, and vintage aircraft displays. Free admission and parking at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar.

🎵 Adams Avenue Street Fair September 2025 One of San Diego's biggest annual street festivals featuring live music, local vendors, food, and community celebration along Adams Avenue.

The Hike of the Week

🌸 Lake Hodges North Shore Trail

Gentle rolling trails hug the shimmering lake with panoramic water views at every turn. The highlight? Crossing the area's stunning pedestrian suspension bridge that feels like walking on air above the water. Easy miles, big views, and the longest stress-ribbon designed pedestrian bridge crossing in the world.

The Local - Places to See

🌊 Sunset Cliffs Secret Sea Cave

When low tide unveils this hidden gem, you'll discover why it's worth the wait. Step into nature's own cathedral where golden light bounces off ancient walls and the Pacific's roar echoes like whispered secrets. This mystical cavern offers front-row seats to endless ocean views that photographers dream about—but only when the sea allows entry.

The Views

Sunset at Sunset Cliffs Sea Cave mentioned in our The Local section. Only accessible at Low Tide!

San Diego Trivia - Did you know?

Following its recent $500 million restoration, the Hotel del Coronado still holds the title of the largest U.S. building made of what material?

A) Brick
B) Wood
C) Steel
D) Concrete

See the answer at the bottom of the newsletter!

Think you know San Diego? Reply with your best trivia, and we might feature it next!

The Weather

City of San Diego
Friday, August 8: High: 79°F, Low: 64°F ☀️
Saturday, August 9: High: 77°F, Low: 64°F ☀️
Sunday, August 10: High: 78°F, Low: 65°F ☀️

North County Coastal
Friday, August 8: High: 78°F, Low: 65°F ☀️
Saturday, August 9: High: 75°F, Low: 64°F ☀️
Sunday, August 10: High: 76°F, Low: 63°F ☀️

North County Inland
Friday, August 8: High: 92°F, Low: 62°F ☀️
Saturday, August 9: High: 88°F, Low: 61°F ☀️
Sunday, August 10: High: 88°F, Low: 61°F ☀️

Mountains
Friday, August 8: High: 94°F, Low: 65°F ☀️
Saturday, August 9: High: 93°F, Low: 63°F ☀️
Sunday, August 10: High: 92°F, Low: 65°F ☀️

Desert
Friday, August 8: High: 99°F, Low: 68°F ☀️
Saturday, August 9: High: 98°F, Low: 72°F ☀️
Sunday, August 10: High: 94°F, Low: 72°F ☀️

The Music

Friday 8/8

Duke's La Jolla, Richard Galiguis, 3-6pm, La Jolla
Aquarius Bar & Grille, OB Burritos, 4-7pm, Mission Bay
Humphreys Backstage LIVE, The Water Spots, 5-7pm, Point Loma
The Roxy Encinitas, Michael Richardson, 5-7:30pm, Encinitas
Panama 66, Robin Henkel with Horns, 5-7:50pm, Balboa Park
Seasons Restaurant, TJ Moss, 5-8pm, Carlsbad
Pour House, Joe Wood & the Lonely Ones, 5-8pm, South Oceanside
Uvas Winery, Crazy Tomas, 5-8pm, Poway
The Lodge at Torrey Pines, Dalton Gazette, 5-8pm, Torrey Pines
The Camp Store, D'Shire, 5:30-8:30pm, South Carlsbad
Grand Ole BBQ Flinn Springs, Sheva Elliot, 6-8pm, El Cajon
San Diego Mission Bay Resort, Kinnie Dye, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, Gabe's Music, 6-9pm, Harbor Island
Barefoot Bar & Grill, Jesse Johnson, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
La Valencia Hotel, Russell Paihinui, 6-9pm, La Jolla
Shake Bar & Lounge, Nathan Welden, 6-9pm, Core-Columbia
Heroes Wood-Fired Pizza, Harmony Grove, 6-9pm, Wynola
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa, Kevin Ryan, 6-9pm, La Jolla
Bellamy's Restaurant, Dave Scott & Bobby Lanuza, 6-9pm, Central Escondido
Carruth Cellars - Oceanside, Kent Houston, 6-9pm, Oceanside
Junkyard Sports Bar & Grill, Jesse Ray Smith, 6-9pm, Ivey Ranch / Rancho Del Oro
Havana Grill - Mission Valley, Perla Negra Cuban Trio, 6-9pm, Mission Valley
Tower 13, Preston Sims, 6-9pm, Cardiff
Amalfi Marina Bar, Sonic Nectar, 6-9pm, San Marcos
Mainstream Bar & Grill - Carlsbad, Jim Allen, 6-9pm, Carlsbad
The Galley at the Marina, Summer of Love Band, 6-10pm, Chula Vista
Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine, The Zzymzzy Quartet, 6:30-8:30pm, Mira Mesa
Négociant Winery, Don L., 6:30-9:30pm, Hillcrest
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
The Shout! House, Dueling Pianos: Jon, James, Martha, Dave, 6:30pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter
Deft Brewing, Sunlight Messengers, 7-9:30pm, Morena
L'Auberge Del Mar, Shay Skylar, 7-10pm, Del Mar
Loews Coronado Bay Resort, Jolene Cruz, 7-10pm, Coronado
Le Papagayo Carlsbad, Jeff Moore Duo, 7-10pm, Carlsbad Village
Le Papagayo Leucadia, Keefer and Rob, 7-10pm, Leucadia
Mission Avenue Bar & Grill, Dulaney & Co, 7-10pm, Oceanside
Aquarius Bar & Grille, The Hips, 7-10pm, Mission Bay
Fast Times, Halo Effect, 7-10pm, Bay Park
Alejandra's Cantina, Serious Guise, 7-10pm, Carlsbad
Aztec Brewing Company, Semisi • Fula Bula • The Royers, 7-10pm, Vista
Tio Leo's Mexican Restaurant & Lounge, The Siers Brothers, 7-10pm, Morena
Kimball's Coastal Eatery, Angeles y Diablos, 7-10pm, National City
Books & Records Bar, Sue Palmer, 7-10pm, Banker's Hill
Mainstream Bar & Grill - Poway, CrossRoads, 7-11pm, Poway
The Holding Company - 1st Floor, Devin the Dude, 7-11:30pm, Ocean Beach
Prohibition Brewing Company, Ratio, 7:30-8:30pm, Vista
1st Street Bar, Blues Farm, 7:30-9:30pm, Encinitas
Lou Lou’s Club @ Lafayette Hotel, Amanda Portela y Brujas Atómicas, 8pm Show, University Heights
Union Kitchen & Tap Encinitas, Jonny Tarr, 8-11pm, Encinitas
Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Trevor Davis, 8-11pm, Carmel Valley
Pal Joey's, Blame Betty, 8pm-12am, Allied Gardens
Humphreys Backstage LIVE, Wildside, 8pm-12am, Point Loma
McP's Irish Pub, 3 Trees, 8pm-12am, Coronado
Prohibition Liquor Bar, CEO's Rhythm Section • Fiore, 8pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter
The Roxy Encinitas, Mojo Strust, 8:30-11:30pm, Encinitas
Mr. Peabody's Bar & Grill, Ptek, 8:30-11:30pm, Encinitas
Poway Irish Pub, Equinox, 8:30pm-12am, Poway
Full Circle Saloon, Broken Halo, 8:30pm-12:30am, Santee
Pour House, Chalk Talk • Kan Kan • Eric Shroeder • Rabbit Rabbit Rabbit, 9pm-12am, South Oceanside
Renegade Country, Patrick Howard Trampus & Honky Tonk Nights, 9pm-12:30am, El Cajon
The Kraken, I-90, 9pm-1am, Cardiff
Til-Two Club, Galaxy Wolf • The Tragic Radicals • Slug City • Focke Wolves • Transmutations, 9pm-1am, Talmadge
Lou Lou’s Club @ Lafayette Hotel, Amanda Portela y Brujas Atómicas, 10pm Show, University Heights

Saturday 8/9

San Diego Mission Bay Resort, Gabe's Music, 10am-1pm, Mission Bay
Farmer & The Seahorse, Alex Elisabeth, 11am-2pm, Torrey Pines
La Valencia Hotel, David Shyde, 11am-2pm, La Jolla
Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Geoff Nigl, 12-3pm, Carmel Valley
Aquarius Bar & Grille, Manzanita Blues, 12-3pm, Mission Bay
The Roxy Encinitas, Lilia Rose, 1-2pm, Encinitas
Winston's, Levitones, 1-3pm, Ocean Beach
The Lodge at Torrey Pines, Freddie Walton, 1-4pm, Torrey Pines
Tower 13, Brent Curtis Band, 1:30-4:30pm, Cardiff by the Sea
Grand Ole BBQ Flinn Springs, Deke Dickerson with Georgia, 2-5pm, El Cajon
Coronado Ferry Landing, Moonlight Serenade Orchestra, 2-5pm, Coronado
Mr. Peabody's Bar & Grill, Kahlua Band, 3-6pm, Encinitas
Uvas Winery, Shay Skylar, 3-6pm, Poway
Orfila Vineyards and Winery, Erika Davis, 4-7:30pm, San Pasqual Valley
Winston's, Brian Jones Rock n Roll Revival, 5-7pm, Ocean Beach
Del Mar Plaza - Oceanview Deck, Tower 7, 5-7pm, Del Mar
Humphreys Backstage LIVE, Zavala Sol, 5-7pm, Point Loma
Pour House, Chickenbone Slim & the Biscuits, 5-7pm, South Oceanside
The Roxy Encinitas, Friday's Past, 5-7:30pm, Encinitas
The Lodge at Torrey Pines, Perry O'Neal, 5-8pm, Torrey Pines
The Camp Store, Jet West Band, 5:30-8:30pm, South Carlsbad
Tidal, Jesse Johnson, 5:30-8:30pm, Mission Bay
Barefoot Bar & Grill, Adam Bergoch, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
San Diego Mission Bay Resort, TJ Moss, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
Carruth Cellars - Oceanside, The Strands, 6-9pm, Oceanside
Aquarius Bar & Grille, Custard Pie, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
Amalfi Marina Bar, Raynaldo Martine, 6-9pm, San Marcos
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa, Jolene Cruz, 6-9pm, La Jolla
Heroes Wood-Fired Pizza, Tony Tomlinson & Co, 6-9pm, Wynola
La Valencia Hotel, Kevin James O'Brien, 6-9pm, La Jolla
Mainstream Bar & Grill - Carlsbad, Dalton Gazette, 6-9pm, Carlsbad
Bellamy's Restaurant, Back to the Garden Trio, 6-9pm, Central Escondido
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, Matt Heinecke, 6-9pm, Harbor Island
Havana Grill - Mission Valley, Perla Negra Cuban Trio, 6-9pm, Mission Valley
The Galley at the Marina, ParadyGM, 6-10pm, Chula Vista
Eddie V's Prime Seafood, Craig Dawson Trio, 6:30-10:30pm, Marina
Négociant Winery, The Honeytones, 6:30-9:30pm, Hillcrest
The Shout! House, Dueling Pianos: Martha, Jeff, Eric, Dave, Courtney + Fiddle, 6:30pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter
Deft Brewing, Agents of Apollo, 7-9:30pm, Morena
Alejandra's Cantina, Laurel Canyon Revival, 7-10pm, Carlsbad
L'Auberge Del Mar, Nathan Welden, 7-10pm, Del Mar
Loews Coronado Bay Resort, Rachel Jay, 7-10pm, Coronado
Fast Times, Summer Breeze SD, 7-10pm, Bay Park
Le Papagayo Carlsbad, ZB Savoy Band, 7-10pm, Carlsbad Village
Le Papagayo Leucadia, Goose Gossett, 7-10pm, Leucadia
Mission Avenue Bar & Grill, Helena Holleran, 7-10pm, Oceanside
Tio Leo's Mexican Restaurant & Lounge, Detroit Underground, 7-10pm, Morena
Aztec Brewing Company, Abby Zavala, 7-10pm, Vista
Kimball's Coastal Eatery, Sol Sacrifice, 7-10pm, National City
Books & Records Bar, Gypsy Sally, 7-10pm, Banker's Hill
Mainstream Bar & Grill - Poway, Whiskey Heat, 7-11pm, Poway
North Bar, Follow Coffins • Endo Sol • Control Defect • Stalactites, 7-11pm, Escondido
1st Street Bar, The Juke$, 7:30-9:30pm, Encinitas
The Holding Company, Sons of Zapata, 7:30-11:30pm, Ocean Beach
Lou Lou’s Club @ Lafayette Hotel, SoCal 7, 8pm Show, University Heights
Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Blaise Guld, 8-11pm, Carmel Valley
Union Kitchen & Tap Encinitas, The Heart, 8-11pm, Encinitas
Humphreys Backstage LIVE, Fleetwood Max, 8pm-12am, Point Loma
McP's Irish Pub, Sophisticats, 8pm-12am, Coronado
Wong's Dragon Room, Cold Craft, 8pm-12am, La Mesa
Til-Two Club, The Inciters • Sundarri & Friends, 8pm-1am, Talmadge
Prohibition Liquor Bar, Fiore • Trevor Davis, 8pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter
Mr. Peabody's Bar & Grill, Salty Papa, 8:30-11:30pm, Encinitas
Full Circle Saloon, Bastard Sons, 8:30pm-12:30am, Santee
Poway Irish Pub, Day Tripper, 8:30pm-12am, Poway
Winston's, Kai Manning • Bellaflore • Sweet Myths, 8:30pm-12am, Ocean Beach
Pour House, Stevie Salas & the Tri-City Rollers, 9pm-12am, South Oceanside
The Kraken, RockGarden, 9pm-1am, Cardiff
Renegade Country, 33 Thunder, 9pm-12:30am, El Cajon
710 Beach Club, The B Sections • The Routine, 9pm-1am, Pacific Beach
Pal Joey's, 2Lil2Late, 9pm-1am, Allied Gardens
Lou Lou’s Club @ Lafayette Hotel, SoCal 7, 10pm Show, University Heights

Sunday 8/10

Seasons Restaurant, Shea Givens, 10:30am-1:30pm, Carlsbad
L'Auberge Del Mar, Helena Holleran, 11am-2pm, Del Mar
Farmer & The Seahorse, Sean McCole, 11am-2pm, Torrey Pines
San Diego Mission Bay Resort, Israel Maldonado, 11am-2pm, Mission Bay
La Valencia Hotel, Javid & Naoko, 11am-2pm, La Jolla
Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Ed Kornhauser, 12-3pm, Carmel Valley
Heroes Wood-Fired Pizza, Brett Flippin, 12-3pm, Wynola
Aquarius Bar & Grille, Fish & the Seaweeds Grateful Dead Set, 12-5pm, Mission Bay
Duke's La Jolla, The Heart, 1-4pm, La Jolla
The Lodge at Torrey Pines, Andrew Peña, 1-4pm, Torrey Pines
Tower 13, John Bennett & Friends, 1-4pm, Cardiff by the Sea
Winston's, Pour • Good Citrus • Vanouhi, 1-4pm, Ocean Beach
Coronado Ferry Landing, The Ideas, 2-5pm, Coronado
Grand Ole BBQ Flinn Springs, The Sea Monks, 2-5pm, El Cajon
McP's Irish Pub Paddy-O, Thunderbird Mountain Band, 2-6pm, Coronado
Carruth Cellars - Oceanside, Shay Skylar, 3-6pm, Oceanside
Fast Times, C.R.B., 3-6pm, Clairemont
Full Circle Saloon, Ozzy Open Jam Tribute Show, 3-7pm, Santee
The Kraken, The Ride, 3:30-6:30pm, Cardiff
Mainstream Bar & Grill - Poway, Jim Allen, 4-7pm, Poway
Carruth Cellars - Liberty Station, Collette Sings, 4-7pm, Liberty Station
Winston's, Rosy Dawn & Oversoul, 4-7pm, Ocean Beach
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa, Tralain, 4-7pm, La Jolla
Orfila Vineyards and Winery, Rehanna, 4-7pm, San Pasqual Valley
Uvas Winery, Greg Santo-Pietro, 4-7pm, Poway
The Galley at the Marina, Breez'n, 4-8pm, Chula Vista
Panama 66, Soto Six, 5-7pm, Balboa Park
The Roxy Encinitas, James Morgan Jazz Band, 5-7:30pm, Encinitas
Kimball's Coastal Eatery, George Villasenor's Band Colour, 5-8pm, National City
Aquarius Bar & Grille, Fat Paw, 5-8pm, Mission Bay
The Camp Store, The Black Shades Band, 5:30-8:30pm, South Carlsbad
Coronado Summer Concerts - Spreckels Park, BetaMaxx, 6pm start, Coronado
Humphreys Backstage LIVE, Will Donato, 6-9pm, Point Loma
Mr. Peabody's Bar & Grill, Jazz Jam, 6-10pm, Encinitas
Deft Brewing, Robin Henkel Blues, 6-7:30pm, Morena
San Diego Mission Bay Resort, Adam Bergoch, 6-9pm, Mission Bay
Le Papagayo Carlsbad, Whit Aadland, 6-9pm, Carlsbad Village
Le Papagayo Leucadia, Divina, 6-9pm, Leucadia
Eddie V's Prime Seafood, Burt Brion Trio, 6-9pm, Marina
Lou Lou’s Club @ Lafayette Hotel, Casbah Presents: Nick Waterhouse & Los So-Lows, 8pm Show, University Heights
Prohibition Liquor Bar, Sunday Nights w/ Chickenbone Slim, 8pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter

Trivia and Karaoke

Friday 8/8

Harry's Sports Bar & Grill, Harryaoke Fridays, 8pm-1am, Fallbrook
Winston's, Karaoke w/Corey Glasper, 8pm-1am, Ocean Beach
Happy Does Bar, Karaoke, 8:30pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter
Werewolf American Pub, Karaoke, 9pm-1am, Gaslamp Quarter
Night Parade Brewing Company, Sunset Trivia, 6-8pm, Scripps Ranch
Mother Earth Brewing, Sunset Trivia, 6-8pm, Vista
White Labs Brewing Co - San Diego, Trivia, 6:30-8:30pm, Miramar
Koi Zen Cellars, Trivia, 6:30-8:30pm, Carmel Mountain Ranch
Dirty Birds - Ocean Beach, Sunset Trivia, 7-9pm, Ocean Beach

Saturday 8/9

American Legion Post 282, Karaoke with Leslie, 6-9pm, La Mesa
Happy Does Bar, Karaoke, 8:30pm-1:30am, Gaslamp Quarter
Werewolf American Pub, Karaoke, 9pm-1am, Gaslamp Quarter
Round Table Pizza - Poway, Trivia, 6-8pm, Poway
Dirty Birds - College Area, Sunset Trivia, 8-10pm, College Area

Sunday 8/10

American Legion Post 282, Karaoke with TerryOke, 1-5pm, La Mesa
Winston's Beach Club, Oboke Karaoke, 8-11pm, Point Loma
1st Street Bar, Karaoke, 9pm-1am, Encinitas
Werewolf American Pub, Karaoke, 9pm-1am, Gaslamp Quarter
Pal Joey's, Karaoke w/DJ Harvest, 9pm-1am, Allied Gardens
Dirty Birds Liberty Station, Sunset Trivia, 6-9pm, Point Loma

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

Trivia Answer:
The correct answer is B) Wood.

When it opened in 1888, the Hotel del Coronado was the largest wooden structure in the U.S., and it still holds that distinction today — even after the recent $500 million restoration.

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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.