Events
“Proper NYE / NYD” Music Fest at Petco Park
Dec. 31.-Jan. 1. Tickets are selling out quickly for this massive two-day electronic and dance music festival presented by FNGRS CRSSD, with around 60 top-tier DJs and artists performing across five stages at Petco Park; plus libations, food vendors and retailers. The music lineup includes Disclosure, Disco Lines, Green Velvet, Nicky Elisabeth, Nora En Pure (pictured), Justice, Purple Disco Machine, Skrillex and Four Tet. Starting at 3 p.m. on NYE; 2 p.m. on NYD. See website for full lineup, schedule and ticket pricing (21+). 100 Park Blvd., East Village. propernye.com
“Gatsby’s Yacht” NYE Party Cruise
Dec. 31. All aboard The Inspiration mega yacht for an over-the-top Great-Gatsby-inspired NYE bash on the bay. Dress in your Gatsby best for an evening that includes two expansive decks of entertainment, four DJs, an open bar with premium spirits, a hosted glass of Champagne upon boarding, heavy passed appetizers and a “mix and mingle” buffet, casino games, dancing, upgraded party favors and prime bay and skyline views. See website for full menu, liquor selection, detailed schedule and ticket pricing. 9:30 p.m.-1-:30 a.m. 1800 N. Harbor Drive, downtown. Details
Hilton Mission Valley NYE Party
Dec. 31. Ready to ring in 2026 in style? Dress to impress for a NYE bash at Hilton San Diego Mission Valley. The gala-style experience includes a four-course fine-dining dinner prepared by Hilton’s seasoned culinary team, a live musical performance by saxophonist Jason Weber, energizing beats by DJ Nyce, plenty of dancing all night, party favors and a festive Champagne toast at midnight. Semi-formal / formal attire. 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m. See website for ticket pricing and discounted overnight hotel rates. 901 Camino del Rio South, Mission Valley. Details
NYE Cruises with City Cruises
Dec. 31. Pick your party time and mode with City Cruises on New Year’s Eve. Options include a casual two-hour brunch cruise along San Diego Bay (11 a.m.-1 p.m.), with a full buffet of classic brunch dishes and unlimited Champagne; the NYE Signature Early Buffet Dinner (3-5:30 p.m.), with a full bar available and DJ entertainment; and the four-hour NYE Premier Dinner Cruise (8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.) with a chef-prepared plated meal, an open bar, dancing and more (semi-formal attire). See website for details and pricing. 1800 N. Harbor Drive, downtown. Details
“NYE Electric 2026” at Andaz Rooftop
Dec. 31. Andaz San Diego Hotel invites you to its seventh-floor pool rooftop for one of the Gaslamp’s best bashes. “NYE Electric 2026” includes three areas to mix and mingle; two areas of music and dancing, with state-of-the-art sound and lighting and top DJs spinning, including headliner Mark Cena; premium open bars featuring Tito’s Vodka; and an “electric” NYE countdown. See website for ticket pricing and VIP packages (featuring an ultra-premium open bar, reserved cabanas and complimentary appetizers). 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. 600 F St., Gaslamp Quarter. Details
Food + Drink
“Girl Dinner” at Marisi
Now Available. Celebrating the “girl dinner” dining trend, Marisi has debuted a “Girl Dinner” menu, available every Wednesday (5-9 p.m.). Grab dinner with your bestie and enjoy a special prix fixe menu that includes a little gem salad with Parmigiano-Reggiano and sourdough; focaccia; and spicy rigatoni with Calabrian chilis, stracciatella and basil. To drink: the Marisi Spritz, made with Rinomato Americano Bianco, Apollonia’s limoncello and sparkling wine. $45 per person. See website for reservations. 1044 Wall St., La Jolla, 858.401.6787. marisilajolla.com
Arts + Culture
Lamb’s Players Theatre: Festival of Christmas
Through Dec. 28. Lamb’s Players Theatre presents its popular Festival of Christmas, but in a brand-new production and script by Kerry Meads for 2025. This year’s theme, “Let It Be Christmas,” delves into the many ways holiday season builds a sense of community in our lives. The revue-style production features a talented ensemble cast of a dozen musicians, vocalists and performers delivering gorgeous holiday music See website for showtimes and ticket pricing. 1142 Orange Ave., Coronado, 619.437.6000. lambsplayers.org
Balboa Theatre: A Magical Cirque Christmas
Dec. 28. Keep the Christmas magic going a few more days! In A Magical Cirque Christmas: A Holiday Variety Show— presented by Broadway San Diego on Sunday at the Balboa Theatre—Cirque du Soleil performers from all over the world will dance, sing and showcase jaw-dropping stunts, high-flying acrobatics, and feats of agility and strength in a spellbinding staging—all set to a soundtrack of Christmas classics. The family-friendly production is ideal for all ages. 3 p.m. and 7 :30 p.m. See website for ticket pricing. 868 Fourth Ave., downtown. broadwaysd.com
North Coast Rep: 2 Pianos 4 Hands
Through Dec. 31. Looking for a few laughs to carry you through the (often stressful) holiday season? Hilarious duo (and incredibly accomplished pianists) Richard Todd Adams (Ted) and Max Roll (Richard) take the stage at North Coast Rep in Solana Beach for their musical comedy show: 2 Pianos 4 Hands (back by popular demand!)—performing everything from Billy Joel to Bach as they lament on their would-be careers as concert pianists. Tom Frey directs. See website for showtimes and tickets. 987 Lomas Santa Fe, Suite D, Solana Beach, 858.481.1055. northcoastrep.org
Broadway San Diego: SIX The Musical
Dec. 30-Jan. 4. The Tony Award-winning Broadway sensation SIX The Musical returns to the Civic Theatre. Presented in the form of a pop concert, the British musical comedy—with music, book and lyrics by Roby Marlow and Lucy Moss—introduces us to the six wives of Henry VIII. In a modern retelling (spanning 500 years), each wife tells her story to see who suffered the most at the hands of the notorious King of England. See website for showtime sand ticket pricing. 1100 Third Ave., downtown. broadwaysd.com
Marisi by Mandie Geller. “SIX The Musical” by Joan Marcus. All other images are courtesy of the venues and businesses featured.
