Post-holiday sales, cooking classes, championship sports and more: Check out the top San Diego weekend events for January 3-6.
Edited by Jordan Fraser.
EVENTS
Sam Morril
Jan. 3-5. Sam Morril is one of the fastest rising stars in stand-up comedy. In 2011, he won The Laughing Skull Comedy Festival in Atlanta, and has been named one of Comedy Central’s “Comics to Watch.” Th 8 p.m., F-Sa 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. $9. American Comedy Co., 818 Sixth Ave., downtown. americancomedyco.com
Thursday Beer Run
Jan. 3. Led by Step By Step Run Co., this free weekly run begins at Eppig Brewing Waterfront Biergarten and travels along beautiful Shelter Island. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome on 2- and 3-mile loop options. Participants will receive $1 off Eppig pints after the run. Reflective clothing and headlamp recommended. 6:30 p.m. 2817 Dickens St., Shelter Island. RSVP
Gulls Hockey
Jan. 4. Watch the Gulls, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Anaheim Ducks, try to skate their way to victory against the San Jose Barracuda. 7 p.m. $23-$116. Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., Midway. sandiegogulls.com
Friday Night Liberty
Jan. 4.. It’s a new year for new art at the Arts District at Liberty Station’s Friday Night Liberty. The monthly art walk showcases the working artists, dance, music and theaters that are helping the district grow in its mission to highlight arts and culture in San Diego. Tonight, San Diego Dance Theater will preview its January concert, If I Was A Bird Yoga Kids Studio will host a yoga and dance performance and Anneville Jewelry will celebrate its grand opening. 5-9 p.m. Free. Arts District, 2640 Decatur Road. ntcfoundation.org
Beat Farmers Hootenanny
Jan 5. The Farmers and friends return for the ninth annual Hootenanny to carry on the legacy of Country Dick Montana and hold the torch for country music and Americana in San Diego. Special guests Jesse Hughes of Eagles of Death Metal and Mike Watt of Minutemen, Jack Tempchin, Casey Hensley, Nathan Rainey, Laura Jane and more also take the stage. 21+. 8 p.m. $23-$41. Belly Up Tavern, 143 South Cedros Ave, Solana Beach. bellyup.com
Holiday on the Bay
Through Jan. 5. Ignite your holiday spirit with a ride down a two-story 100-foot ice slide, drive Iceberg Bumper Boats, visit Santa’s workshop, experience an interactive light show featuring a 30-foot Christmas tree and much more at this holiday extravaganza that transforms Bayfront Park into San Diego’s ultimate holiday destination. 5-11 p.m. See website for ticket prices. 1 Park Blvd., downtown, 619.564.3333. hiltonholidaybythebay.com
San Diego Sockers
Jan. 5. San Diego’s championship soccer team faces off against the Ontario Fury on health and wellness night with a clear fanny pack giveaway. 7:05 p.m. $15-$33. Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., Midway, 760.795.0017. sdsockers.com
The Winehouse Experience
Jan. 5. Remember the late Amy Winehouse with Mia Karter’s passionate tribute. The Winehouse Experience is a celebration of the great icon’s unique style and artistry. Expect all of Amy’s hits from “Rehab” to “Me & Mr. Jones” to ”You Know I’m no Good.” 21+. 8:30 p.m. $20-$62. Music Box, 1337 India St., Little Italy, 619.795.1337. musicboxsd.com
Rady Children’s Ice Rink
Through Jan. 6. Hold onto the holiday spirit just a little longer with Liberty Station’s extended days of ice skating. Lace up your skates and glide away at this outdoor ice rink located in the historical NTC at Liberty Station. Net proceeds from this event benefit the Thriving After Cancer program in the Peckham Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Rady Children’s Hospital. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. $10-$15. 2640 Historic Decatur Road, Point Loma, 619.221.1970. libertystation.com
FOOD + DRINK
Orfila Oceanside
Now Open. Orfila Winery and Vineyards opened a new tasting room near the beach. Orfila Oceanside is now serving their award-winning wines and small plates created by Executive Chef Luke Morganstern. The dishes are made up of locally sourced products and include items such as artisan cheese and charcuterie boards, crispy Brussels sprouts, tortilla flatbreads, and a selection of desserts for any sweet tooth. 221 N. Cleveland St., Oceanside. orfila.com
Adult Cooking Class
Jan. 3. Start off the new year with healthy eating made easy. This class will focus on using fresh, non-processed ingredients in everyday healthy dishes. Get hands on with recipes such as cauliflower pizza crusts with the toppings of your choice, seared steak topped with a chimichurri sauce, and a freshly chopped fennel salad. Plus, learn how to turn a classic dessert into a hidden healthy treat with a recipe for baked black bean brownies. 6-7:30 p.m. $35-$40. Lazy Acres Moonlight Room, 150 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas. Tickets
ARTS + CULTURE
MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition
Through Jan. 6. Get hands on with your favorite experiments from the hit TV show MythBusters before the exhibit closes this weekend. Use scientific observations to search for truth behind commonly held beliefs; test your hypotheses to determine whether a myth is plausible, busted or confirmed; and submit your own myths for future episodes. See website for hours and ticket prices. Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park. rhfleet.org
“Rising Tide”
Through Jan. 6. This interactive, multi-media exhibit features three distinct exhibitions by Francisco Eme, Jacob Sundstrom and Jana Brike, each of which creates an immersive environment that evokes stillness or space for contemplation. This tech-enhanced show will be like no art exhibit you’ve experienced before. See website for hours. $5. San Diego Art Institute, 1439 El Prado, Balboa Park, 619.236.0011. sandiego-art.org
“Mamma Mia”
Through Feb. 24. Bring your inner dancing queen to this Tony Award-winning show. Through the storytelling magic of the songs of ABBA, follow Sophie’s quest to determine who her real father is on a Greek island paradise. The fun filled cast features veteran San Diego stars such as Natalie Nucci, David Humphrey, Lance Arthur Smith, Richard Bermudez, and David Engel, with debut performances by Misty Cotton, and Nancy Snow Carr. See website for show times. $59. Welk Theatre, 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive, Escondido, 760.749.3448. welkresorts.com
STYLE + BEAUTY
The Great After-Holiday Clearance
Through Jan. 6. Score the biggest deals of the year and save up to 65 percent on top brands including Kate Spade New York, Nike, Vans, Old Navy and many more. Carlsbad Premium Outlets, 5620 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, 760.804.9000. premiumoutlets.com
Photos: Sam Morril courtesy American Comedy Co. Thursday Beer Run courtesy Eppig Brewing. Beat Farmers Hootenanny courtesy The Farmers. Holiday on the Bay courtesy The Ace Agency. The Winehouse Experience courtesy Music Box. Rady Children’s Ice Rink courtesy Liberty Station. Orfila Oceanside courtesy Orfila Vineyards and Winery. “MythBusters” by Chris Schneider. “Rising Tide” photo courtesy San Diego Art Institute. The Great After-Holiday Clearance courtesy Kate Spade New York.
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