News & Updates

San Diego International Film Festival Premiere and After-PArty

This is where it all begins! From the red carpet to the opening night film premier, post-screening celebrity interview with insider insights and an after party that sets downtown on fire, The San Diego International Film Festival on October 10th kicks off with a bang!

Our track record of award-winning films includes Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri, Lion, 12 Years a Slave, The Imitation GAme, Whiplash, Hidden Figures and so many more. Opening Night is a glamorous evening, so join San Diego’s movers & shakers on the red carpet and a few Hollywood Insiders as we kick off the festival. After the Q& with our special guests, head over to OMNIA Nightclub for the Afterparty. The popular and fashionable OMNIA boasts rooftop cabanas, pulsing dance floor and chic modern lounge areas. Roll the dice at one of Jamul’s Casino gaming tables, hit the dance floor with DJ Marc Easy and live music from The Stillettos.

Individual tickets start at $75 and available by clicking here. 

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Kick Off Event

This is your opportunity and get involved to make a difference! This year’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer will take place on Sunday October 21st, 2018. The best way to learn more about our event is at our kickoff Wednesday, August 8th. This fun and exciting event will inspire you and give you the tools you need to be successfully involved in our Making Strides AGainst Breast Cancer event.

The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk unites communities to support each other by honoring those touched by the disease and raising awareness and fund to fight for a world without breast cancer. As the largest network of breast cancer events across the nation, more than one million passionate participants support Making Strides events each year. Dollars raised by Making Strides supporters help the American Cancer Society ensure on one faces breast cancer alone by funding innovative breast cancer research; promoting education and risk reduction; and providing comprehensive patient support to those who need it most. The current progress in the fight against breast cancer is remarkable, but we need more help to make the greatest impact to save more lives.

Register for the Kick Off, The Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk, or simply donate, PLEASE CLICK  HERE!

House of Blues’ Free Live Music Series

The House of Blues continues to rock and totally free with it live music series. Throughout the month of August, enjoy the sounds from these exciting artists.

August 7th: Robin Henkel – Country Blues

August 8th: Chad & Rosie

August 9th: Robert Allen Shepard – Soul

August 10: Patrick “Blueforg” Ellis – Southern Rock and Blues

August 12th: Graham Gillot Band

August 19th: Jerry “Hot Rod” DeMink – Rockabilly, Blues, Rock n’ roll, and Surf

Concerts are free, but reservations are required. Click here for full schedule and tickets.

 

 

San Diego: Life. Changing. Night @ the Padres

Come celebrate the launch of the San Diego: Life. Changing. campaign! Join us on Tuesday, September 19 at Petco Park for the launch of San Diego: Life. Changing. and an evening of baseball as the Padres face the D-backs at 7:10 p.m. Specially discounted tickets are available for $20 with promo code SDLifeChanging.

San Diego: Life. Changing. is a fresh take on communicating San Diego’s unique position in the global market, its lifestyle offerings and its forward-thinking community of passionate individuals looking to change the world. San Diego’s unique mix of culture, creativity and innovation provides an inspiring quality of life and empowers a diverse workforce to create world-changing ideas.

Sign up for updates at SanDiegoLifeChanging.org. To purchase 10 or more tickets, contact Jenna Sain at 619.795.5147 or jsain@padres.com

Wells Fargo Home Buyer Workshop

Wells Fargo presents Home Buyer Workshop. Learn the steps to becoming a homeowner with tips from down payment, closing costs, credit to benefits of home ownership. There will also be guidelines about CalHfa program that assists in closing costs and down payment to first time buyers.

To learn more about this workshop. click here. To register for the seminar, please visit www.wellsfargo.com/register.

 

Masters of Change with Bill Walton and Brian Malarkey

The San Diego EDC proudly presents, Masters of Change with Bill Walton and Brian Malarkey. This exciting event is the pre-launch of the San Diego. Life. Changing campaign promoting smart innovation. Mix and mingle with top pitchman Bill Walton and San Diego’s very own celebrity chef, Brian Malarkey while getting an exclusive sneak peek of the program. August 10th at Farmer and Seahorse from 5:30pm to 8pm. Tickets are $75 in advance and $80 at the door. To register, click here. 

Drink + Eat (included in ticket price)

  • Buona Forchetta
  • Herb & Wood
  • Farmer & the Seahorse
  • Copa Vida

Living and Working in the U.S. Presented by GABA

GABA Presents, Living and Working in the U.S. an integrated panel discussing topics in immigration law, taxes and liability risks for staying in the states on June 2nd from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Catamaran Resort. Learn about comprehensive strategies for your short-term or long-term stay in the United States and get all of the pertinent questions answered. The event is open to both members and non-members. Click here to get started on registration details and rates.