Things to do in the Gaslamp Quarter: February 21-24

Laugh your heart out at a comedy show at the American Comedy Co or Ginger’s, watch the Oscars in glamour at Theatre Box, Union Kitchen & Tap or Altitude Sky Lounge, or celebrate World Bartender Day all day at the Pendry! There’s always lots of things to do in the Gaslamp Quarter! Check out below to plan your weekend.

Thursday, February 21:

Ginger’s

Cocktails & Comedians

Back for the month of February, we’re proud to announce Cocktails & Comedians headliner: Patrick DeGuire! You might know Patrick from shows like:

– Comedy Central
– NPR

Doors will open at 7pm & seating is a first come, first serve basis.

Admission is FREE with a 2 drink minimum

When: Thursday, February 21

Where: 600 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Ginger’s

American Comedy Co

Jordan Rock

Jordan can currently be seen in the Netflix series LOVE, which Judd Apatow co-created and wrote with Paul Rust and Lesley Arfin (Brooklyn Nine-Nine). Jordan has also appeared on FX’s TOTALLY BIASED, GOTHAM COMEDY LIVE, and NBC’s LAST COMIC STANDING. Jordan recently wrapped the Netflix feature film SAN BERNARDINO BOUND, starring opposite Josh Peck and Tony Revolori.

When: Thursday, February 21

Where: 818 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: American Comedy Co

Myst Lounge

Tasting Event

Join us for a Fumari tasting event this Thursday, February 21st from 8PM-10PM!

When: Thursday, February 21 8PM – 10PM

Where: 756 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Myst Lounge

Theatre Box

Do you have your tickets to see How To Train Your Dragon 3 yet?! Reserve your seats now to watch it as soon as it comes out on Thursday, Feb. 21.

When: Thursday, February 21

Where: 701 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Theatre Box

Friday, February 22:

American Comedy Co

Andrew Schulz

A native New Yorker and internationally touring stand-up, Andrew Schulz is known for his hilarious and unapologetic comedy. Schulz challenges conventional wisdom with an NYC tone that is often idiotic, at times brilliant, but always hysterical. His debut album 5:5:1 launched in June 2018 as the #1 comedy album and #19 album across all genres on iTunes and has since been streamed over one million times. He recently starred in the sitcom BENDERS (now available on Netflix), can be seen in Amazon’s SNEAKY PETE and the new season of HBO’s CRASHING, co-stars in the new Hulu dramedy THERE’S JOHNNY, and appears in the feature films FEAST OF THE SEVEN FISHES, THE FEMALE BRAIN and David Gordon Green’s HALLOWEEN reboot. Schulz additionally starred in numerous shows for MTV including GUY CODE, GIRL CODE and UNCOMMON SENSE.

When: Friday, February 22 – Saturday, February 23

Where: 818 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: American Comedy Co

Balboa Theatre

Sir Andras Schiff

Awarded Knighthood by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in June 2014, Sir András Schiff is world-renowned and critically acclaimed as a pianist, conductor, pedagogue, and lecturer.

When: Friday, February 22 8PM

Where: 868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Balboa Theatre

Side Bar

Durell + Ian

Live R&B, Jazz, & Pop Acoustic Set With Friend & Guitarist Ian Patrick Cler

All Ages Are Welcome
No Cover
No Reservation Required
Casual Dress

When: Friday, January 22

Where: 536 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Side Bar

American Junkie

Nema Vand from Shahs of Sunset

This Friday night will be hosted by Nema Vand from The Shahs of Sunset! Let’s show him some SD hospitality.

When: Friday, February 22

Where: 628 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: American Junkie

Saturday, February 23:

Sparks Gallery

Exhibition: ManRabbit “Sweating Glitter” / A Solo Show

Sparks Gallery is pleased to announce a new solo show with works by ManRabbit, opening February 23, 2019. ManRabbit is a collaboration by San Diego artists Lee Selman and Carla Naden. The two female artists work together as a team to layer fabric and paper, paint, jewels and sparkles, and finally top each piece with a thick resin coat, leaving the works with a luxurious gleam.

Gallery Owner Sonya Sparks confirms, “ManRabbit is exploring the contemporary feminine with extravagantly adorned women who are complex, glamorous, and flawed, yet powerful. ManRabbit’s works are best observed in person to see the incredible details within in each piece.”

Guests who RSVP receive one free drink ticket

Opening night wine sales to benefit Integrated Life Care Foundation with Nourishing Compassion

When: Saturday, February 23

Where: 530 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Sparks Gallery

Balboa Theatre

Lauren Daigle Look Up Child Tour

Two-time GRAMMY Award nominee Lauren Daigle is back. After bursting onto the scene in 2015 with her platinum selling debut album How Can It Be, Lauren returns with a brand new album, Look Up Child, a new single “You Say”, and a 40-city tour presented by AEG.

When: Saturday, February 23 7:30PM

Where: 868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Balboa Theatre

Rendezvous Bar

Mimi Zulu at the US Grant

Rendezvous Bar is a new swanky lounge (30’s decor) inside the THE US GRANT Hotel. Come enjoy live music by Mimi Zulu for no cover this Saturday!

When: Saturday, February 23 9PM

Where: 326 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Rendezvous Bar

Sunday, February 24:

Altitude Sky Lounge

Oscars Watch Party

The 91st Academy Awards, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, will honor the best films of 2018. The ceremony will be held on February 24, 2019 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. The Red Carpet ceremonies and Oscars will be shown on television both at ALTITUDE Sky Bar and City Sights.

Come early and get the best seats in the house!

Broadcast starts at 5:00 pm

When: Sunday, February 24

Where: 660 K Street, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Altitude Sky Lounge

Theatre Box

Oscars Viewing Party

Dress in your Hollywood best and hit the red carpet for Theatre Box’s Oscars Viewing Party. Take a photo with your friends on the red carpet or next to a giant Oscars statue. Cast a ballot for who you think will win the Academy Awards in top categories, such as “Best Film,” “Best Actor,” “Best Actress” and more for a chance to win a year’s worth of free movies at Theatre Box! Enjoy watching the winners announced on giant screens in Sugar Factory American Brasserie or TCL Chinese Theatre.

When: Sunday, February 24 4PM

Where: 701 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Theatre Box

Union Kitchen & Tap

Union Oscar Party

Step onto the Red Carpet at our annual Union Oscars Party
Nibble on gourmet popcorn and indulge yourself at our chocolate fountain. You’ll be wowed by our magician and feel like one of the stars with our paparazzi photo shoot. We’ll also be providing Oscar boxes filled with games & goodies!!

*The Oscars will be shown on giant projection screen with sound

When: Sunday, February 24 5PM

Where: 333 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Union Kitchen & Tap

Pendry San Diego

World Bartender Day

Celebrate World Bartender Day with a full day of festivities at the Pendry!

10:00AM-1:00PM – Aperol Brunch & Bites at The Pool House

Kick off World Bartender Day at The Pool House. Socialize with industry members poolside while enjoying complimentary small bites and Aperol Spritzes.

1:30PM-3:00PM – The Russell’s Legacy: Master’s Class at Nason’s Beer Hall

Join us in Nason’s Beer Hall for an exclusive Master’s Class by Wild Turkey and Russell’s Reserve. Hear the story of Russell’s Legacy by brand ambassador Josh Carlos while enjoying a complimentary welcome cocktail and tasting rare bourbons and ryes.

3:30PM-7:30PM – Vive L’Aperitif Happy Hour at Provisional Kitchen, Cafe & Mercantile

Celebrate the bartender’s craft this World Bartender Day at Provisional Cafe’s Vive L’Aperitif Happy Hour. Enjoy specialty Grey Goose cocktails and tray-passed bites from Provisional Café’s new cicchetti menu.

8PM-12AM – Sunday Night Fever at Oxford Social Club

Cap World Bartender Day at Oxford Social Club’s Sunday Night Fever disco party. Dance the night away to groovy tunes under disco balls while sipping $10 specialty glitter cocktails and bottle service by Bacardi. Disco-themed costumes are totally encouraged.

When: Sunday, February 24

Where: 550 J Street, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Pendry San Diego

American Comedy Co

Nerd Comedy with Tim Lee

Tim wasn’t supposed to be a comedian. A biologist by training, he graduated magna cum laude from UC San Diego with honors in biology. He went on to complete his PhD at UC Davis. He spent years developing simulation and analytical models of population dynamics before he discovered that this bored him to tears. When he tried comedy for the first time the tears stopped!

When: Sunday, February 24

Where: 818 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: American Comedy Co

Balboa Theatre

An Evening with GREGORY PORTER

Gregory Porter, multi-Grammy award winning jazz vocalist, performs songs with his outstanding band, from his highly acclaimed five albums.

When: Sunday, February 24 7PM

Where: 868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For More Information, Please Visit: Balboa Theatre

Gaslamp Artisan Market

Join us for the Gaslamp Artisan Market held every Sunday beginning at 10am. The market will be a space for local artisans, crafters, and retailers to sell their goods and services. There will be comfortable seating and shade for visitors. What better way to spend a Sunday, then to browse the handcrafted goods, brunch at one of our amazing restaurants and meander through the Gaslamp Quarter?

When: Every Sunday starting at 10AM

Where: Fifth Avenue between Market Street and Island Avenue