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Join '90s alternative rock party band Gritty Cindy for the COMICON San Diego 2025 "Come As You Are" After Party. Costumes are great, casual is great, flannel is BEST. But as Nirvana said "Come As You Are!" Want to create your own unique IG reel moment? Sign up to grab the mic and sing your favorite '90s songs live with the band! No badge required and great food available until 11 p.m. Show up early or message Gritty Cindy at https://www.instagram.com/grittycindy/ to register! It's free!

Get ready for Comic-Con Preview Night with something special! We're hosting a beginner-friendly Altered TCG Sealed event featuring the brand new Whispers from the Maze set. Never played Altered before? No worries - this format doesn't require any prior deck building since you'll construct your deck from 7 fresh booster packs right here at the shop. Sealed is perfect for discovering new cards and experiencing Altered's unique gameplay without needing to own any cards beforehand. You'll build a minimum 30-card deck from up to three factions, then battle through 3 rounds of Swiss pairings. New to the game? Show up early and we'll teach you the ropes, or check out the how-to-play video below. Entry includes your 7 booster packs, a participation pack, plus additional packs for each win and special promo packs. With Comic-Con energy filling downtown, it's the perfect time to try something new with fellow gamers. 16 player cap ensures everyone gets quality matches and personalized attention from our staff. Bards & Cards on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate Comic-Con weekend with an exclusive in-store signing by San Diego’s own Robert Turner—renowned local artist and creator of bold, gritty, and unforgettable character portraits. On Sunday, July 27 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Robert will be at Bards & Cards for a very limited signing event featuring a brand-new, Comic-Con 2025 exclusive print—limited to just 25 hand-numbered copies. Each print features his signature moody linework and intense stylization, with the featured piece channeling the chaotic charm of Harley Quinn as only Robert can render her: raw, defiant, and dangerously cool—with a Bards & Cards bat front and center. Your $39.99+tax purchase includes: - 1 of 25 numbered limited-edition art prints - Optional hand-embellishment by the artist - Artist signature on your print - Optional photo with Robert Turner - You can also bring any Robert Turner prints you already own to get signed! Bards & Cards on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for our first Wine & Lecture of the season! The Coronado Historical Association will host long-time Coronado resident Captain George Galdorisi (U.S. Navy – retired), who will talk about AI-technologies and their impact on our daily lives. Have you ever wondered about how we arrived where we are with AI today? It goes back further than most people think. Join us Thursday, August 21 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are available now! Member ($15 each) Non-Member ($20 each) Important Registration Information: Capacity is limited and reservations are required. No walk-ins will be admitted. If you have any questions, please email info@coronadohistory.org or call (619) 435-7242. Coronado Historical Association on Facebook

The Nikon Tour is hosting an exciting on-site activation at Comic-Con International at the San Diego Convention Center. The Nikon kiosk at Comic-Con International in San Diego will be an interactive experience where attendees can get hands on experience with the latest Nikon Z series cameras and NIKKOR Z lenses, learn from pro Nikon Creators and show off their best cosplay and photography skills. Nikon will also offer meet and greets and photo walks with Nikon professional Creators Kien Quan and Martin Wong throughout the week, covering a wide range of photography topics and styles for attendees to explore and engage with the products. San Diego Comic Con Meet and Greet and Photo Walk Schedule: Thursday, July 24, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Meet and Greet with Creator Kien Quan Thursday, July 24, 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.: Photo Walk with Creator Kien Quan Friday, July 25, 10 a.m. - noon, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Meet and Greet with Creator Kien Quan Saturday, July 26, 10 a.m. - noon.: Meet and Greet with Creators Kien Quan and Martin Wong Saturday, July 26, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Meet and Greet with Creator Martin Wong Sunday, July 27, 10 a.m. - noon, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Meet and Greet with Creator Martin Wong Sunday, July 27, 3:15 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Photo Walk with Creator Martin Wong Visit: https://www.nikonusa.com/content/event-calendar Nikon USA on Facebook / Instagram

Cheers to summer! Celebrate National Spritz Day at The Overlook at Odysea—Hilton San Diego Bayfront’s vibrant new waterfront lounge. Sip Aperol Spritzes, soak up sweeping bay views, and enjoy the festive patio vibes with cozy fire pits, bocce courts, and colorful decor. Plus, the Aperol promo team will be onsite with fun swag giveaways (while supplies last). It’s the ultimate way to toast the season—don’t miss this sunny celebration of San Diego summer. Click here for reservations.

Kearny Mesa Concert Band and San Diego Concert Band Present the 6th Annual Summer Band Festival Featuring performances by local concert bands performing some of the best musical selections for your summer enjoyment. A great location, great bands, and a great way to spend your day. Performance Schedule 11 a.m. – San Diego British Brass Band 12 p.m. – Pomerado Community Band 1 p.m. – San Diego City Guard Band 2 p.m. – North County Winds 3 p.m. – Pacific Coast Concert Band 4 p.m. – San Diego Concert Band 5 p.m. – Kearny Mesa Concert Band 6 p.m. – Harbor Side Brass Quintet, part of U.S. Navy Band Southwest Farmers Market Check out the Mission Valley Farmers Market at Civita Park from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Parking Ample parking is available in the overflow lot located at Civita Blvd and Community Ln. Musicians are encouraged to drop off large instruments and equipment at the traffic circle at the end of Russel Park Way (by the restrooms) before parking in the overflow lot. Support Your donation in support of Kearny Mesa Concert Band helps keep this event free to the public. Consider making a donation to provide essential support for the Summer Band Festival. Kearny Mesa Concert Band and San Diego Concert Band are proud members of the Association of Concert Bands

You’re never too old! Create your own fuzzy Monster! Saturday, August 23, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Ages 12+ years or children 6-11 years if accompanied by an adult welcome! Create a professional arm-rod-and-mouth puppet of your very own from Rene Rubalcava, owner and puppeteer of LV Puppet Studio of Las Vegas who learned the art of puppet making from a Jim Henson Muppeteer. There’s no better time to create your own one-of-a-kind fuzzy monster! In this workshop, we guide you from start to finish as you select, cut, hot glue and assemble the pieces and personality of your own customized puppet. No sewing is required in this workshop. Students bring their puppets to life with their own unique interests and imaginations, and by choice and placement of different face details. Each one is unique! Find your puppet’s voice and learn some puppetry basics. All materials included. No experience necessary! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Presented in collaboration with San Diego based award winning theater company Blindspot Collective, "Karaoke Dreams" is a feel good new musical where every character whether a regular, newcomer, or a wannabe rockstar—carries a secret, a song, and something to prove. In this immersive production, as the drinks get stronger and the bass gets louder, past and present collide—revealing the heartbreaks, hookups, and hopes hiding behind the music. Featuring songs by Lady Gaga, Elton John, Rihanna, Queen, Madonna, Tracy Chapman, ABBA, Bad Bunny, and many more, this world premiere is a joyful celebration of connection, community, and the catharsis of singing your truth. "Karaoke Dreams" reminds us that sometimes, the right song really can change everything. Blindspot Collective is an award-winning theater company based in San Diego whose productions won or been nominated for "Best New Play," "Best New Musical," and "Best Solo Performance" by the San Diego Theatre Critics Circle. It is created and directed by Blake McCarty, whose work is “broadening the definition of theater” (New York Times), with musical direction by Lyndon Pugeda and choreography by Micah Parra. Visit: https://www.blindspotcollective.org/karaokedreams Blindspot Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Known to the world as superheroes Mr. Incredible and Elastigirl, Bob Parr and his wife Helen were among the world’s greatest crime fighters, saving lives and battling evil on a daily basis. Fifteen years later, they have been forced to adopt civilian identities and retreat to the suburbs to live “normal” lives with their three kids, Violet, Dash and Jack-Jack. Itching to get back into action, Bob gets his chance when a mysterious communication summons him to a remote island for a top secret assignment. ArtPower at UC San Diego on Facebook / Instagram