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Many of our parks richest in San Diego history and significance are also in the greatest need of our help. Experience “A Walk in the Park” and discover eight of San Diego’s historic parks while enjoying park themed activities, cuisine, and beverages, uncovering what makes these eight parks part of such a vibrant community. Your attendance and funds raised throughout the evening will support our mission in making parks accessible, healthy and fun for all San Diegans. Visit: https://www.sandiegoparksfoundation.org/walkinthepark2025 San Diego Parks Foundation on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego City Attorney’s Office has agreed to pay $30 million to the family of a 16-year-old youth who was fatally shot by police last January in what would be one of the largest settlements of a police-involved killing case in U.S. history.

There's a growing move to end what some call "the orphan tax" and stop states from taking benefit checks from children and youth in foster care.

2026 Big Game Party Celebration Join us for the 2026 Big Game Party Celebration, where the Big Game takes over the entire space. Feel every moment on our 150-inch video wall, with even more screens throughout the location and game sound pumping throughout the entire venue, keeping you locked into every play, reaction, and big moment. Live raffles announced during game breaks and a high-energy crowd create an atmosphere that’s the next best thing to being in the stadium. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat Tailgate Stadium Style Buffet featuring classic game-day favorites like wings, burgers with all the fixings, mac and cheese, fries, ribs, flatbreads, fresh dips, classic desserts, and vegetarian options available. Drink specials include micheladas, margaritas, draft beer, and more. Seating is available in the VIP Bar Area, Restaurant, and Patio, while outdoor games like cornhole, oversized Jenga, Connect Four, ping pong, and more keep the celebration going from kickoff to the final whistle. Event Schedule 1 p.m. – Doors Open 2 p.m. – Pre-Game Telecast Begins 2:30 p.m. – Tailgate Buffet Opens 3:30 p.m. – Kickoff 5:30 p.m. – Tailgate Buffet Closes 7 p.m. – Award Celebration Happy Hour Adult Pricing Includes our all-you-can-eat Tailgate Stadium Style Buffet. Reservation is for food and dining only. Big Game viewing is complimentary. For Bar seating, add “BAR” in notes. Bar seating includes a $40 minimum. Limited availability. Children’s Pricing Includes our all-you-can-eat Tailgate Stadium Style Buffet. Reservation is for food and dining only. Big Game viewing is complimentary. For Bar seating, add “BAR” in notes. Limited availability. THE LOT on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate Thanksgiving in style at the new Bonne Vie Brasserie & Bar inside The Westgate Hotel. Gather your favorite people for an elegant à la carte feast featuring a free-range turkey breast with sage gravy, haricot vert, and ginger-cranberry sauce - plus the full Bonne Vie dinner menu of seasonal entrées, sides, and desserts. Raise a glass to gratitude and good taste in one of San Diego’s most charming new dining rooms. Visit: https://www.westgatehotel.com/event/thanksgiving-dinner/ The Westgate Hotel on Instagram and Facebook

Re-envisioning what pop can be in the 21st century, AJR unassumingly emerged as a ubiquitous hit-making outlier and one of the biggest indie bands in the world. Since 2012, the multi platinum indie pop trio—Adam [bass, vocals], Jack [vocals, guitar], and Ryan [ukulele, piano, vocals]—have generated billions of streams and earned one triple-platinum single, one double-platinum single, four platinum singles, and one platinum album. 2019’s "Neotheater" marked their biggest first-week debut, bowing at #8 on the Billboard Top 200, #1 on the Top Alternative Albums Chart, and #1 on the Top Rock Albums Chart. Cemented as part of the modern zeitgeist, Spotify touted “Sober Up” [feat. Rivers Cuomo] among the “Best Rock Songs of the 2010s," while Apple Music included “Weak” on its “Best Alt Songs of the 2010s.” Not to mention, they remain one of the “500 Most-Listened to Artists” on Spotify. On the heels of Neotheater, they dropped the 2020 platinum blockbuster “BANG!”, which cracked the Top 10 at three radio formats, peaking at No. 6 on the Top 40 chart, No. 2 on Alternative radio and No. 1 on Adult Pop and marked their first Top 10 entry on the Billboard Hot 100. Their latest album, "The Maybe Man" [AJR Productions/Republic Records], was released in 2023. The title character is “a big sad superhero who is always questioning who he is” – Like a giant out of your favorite fairy tale), emotion hangs over his head, so it doesn’t have to hang over yours. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/ajr AJR on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved a plan Tuesday to explore partnering with national laboratories that are developing ways to recycle nuclear waste safely.

El Coyote (José Ángel Ledezma Quintero) and Chuy Lizárraga are two of the most recognizable voices in banda sinaloense, known for powerhouse vocals, big-brass arrangements, and crowd-singing anthems that keep the dance floor moving. El Coyote rose through top Sinaloa bands before launching "El Coyote y Su Banda Tierra Santa" in the late ’90s, building a loyal following with hits like “Piquites de Hormiga” and “Árboles de la Barranca.” Chuy Lizárraga—leader of Chuy Lizárraga y Su Banda Tierra Sinaloense—brings his signature ranchera-and-banda blend and fan favorites like “La Peinada (La Peinadita)” and “Partido en Dos,” with a touring catalog that spans romantic heartbreak to full-tilt party starters. Together, their Capibaras Tour is a double-headliner celebration of classic banda energy—high-spirited, horn-driven, and built for nonstop sing-alongs from the first note to the last. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/el-coyote-and-chuy-lizarraga El Coyote on Instagram Chuy Lizárraga on Instagram and Facebook

GRAMMY Award winner Maren Morris has become one of the most dynamic and genre-defying voices of her generation. Since her breakout hit “My Church” earned her a GRAMMY and introduced her powerhouse vocals to the world, Morris has consistently blurred the lines between country, pop, and R&B. Multi-platinum smashes like “The Bones” and her global crossover hit “The Middle” with Zedd further cemented her as a fearless collaborator and chart-dominating force. Across her career, Morris has earned multiple CMA, ACM, and Billboard Music Awards nominations and wins, while building a reputation for sharp songwriting, emotional honesty, and boundary-pushing artistry. Her albums have debuted at the top of the Billboard Country charts, and her music has generated billions of streams worldwide. Whether headlining major tours or appearing at global festivals, Morris delivers performances that are equal parts powerhouse and deeply personal. With her fourth studio album, "Dreamsicle", Morris turns inward with radical vulnerability. Written during a period of seismic personal change, the record is a genre-fluid exploration of heartbreak, healing, and self-discovery. If there’s a unifying flavor, it’s bittersweet—tart and sweet, nostalgic yet fresh. Rather than dwelling in loss, "Dreamsicle" radiates warmth, wit, and hard-won optimism. The lead single, “Carry Me Through,” produced by Greg Kurstin, is a stripped-back ballad infused with gospel and soul influences, serving as both a quiet revelation and a reintroduction. Elsewhere, tracks like “Bed No Breakfast” showcase her humor and confidence, while songs such as “Holy Smoke” and “Cry in the Car” push her further into bold, synth-driven and string-laced sonic territory. Throughout "Dreamsicle", Morris embraces growth over regret. “It’s about remembering that it’s okay when things end,” she has shared—an ethos that pulses through the album’s reflective yet hopeful tone. The project captures an artist unafraid to evolve, experiment, and rebuild in real time. From arena anthems to intimate confessions, Maren Morris continues to redefine what a modern artist can be. With "Dreamsicle", she turns the page once again—lighter, wiser, and firmly in control of her narrative, proving that reinvention isn’t just possible, it’s powerful. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/maren-morris Maren Morris on Instagram and Facebook

For more than two decades, Nelly has been one of music’s most recognizable and versatile superstars. A three-time Grammy Award winner and Diamond-selling artist, he exploded onto the scene in 2000 with Country Grammar, launching an era of crossover dominance that reshaped hip-hop. The title track and “Ride wit Me” became instant classics, but it was 2002’s "Nellyville" that solidified his legacy, producing No. 1 hits “Hot in Herre” and “Dilemma” (featuring Kelly Rowland), along with the smash “Air Force Ones.” Nelly has collaborated and performed with an expansive list of global stars including Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake, Janet Jackson, Florida Georgia Line, and T.I., further cementing his reputation as a genre-blending innovator. He also performed as part of the Grammy Awards’ tribute to 50 Years of Hip Hop, underscoring his lasting impact on the culture. With sold-out tours, iconic brand partnerships, and a catalog that continues to resonate across generations, Nelly remains a defining force in music. From St. Louis to the world stage, his high-energy performances and timeless hits prove that his influence isn’t just nostalgic—it’s enduring. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/nelly Nelly on Instagram and Facebook