Live music in San Diego on Friday, October 16, 2026

38 shows across 34 venues in San Diego County on Friday, October 16, 2026. Updated nightly from venue calendars and ticketing sites.

Evening 32

5:00 PM
Brian Pierini
Gaylord Pacific · Chula Vista
Brian Pierini blends instrumental jazz saxophone with DJ and live instrument elements plus Top 40 pop at the Gaylord Pacific on Friday October 16th at 5pm.
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5:00 PM
Robert Chini
Marzul · Chula Vista
Robert Chini performs Latin, R&B, jazz, pop, and some rock at Marzul on Friday October 16th at 5pm.
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5:30 PM
Geoff Nigl
Galpão Gaucho · San Diego
Geoff Nigl performs piano and instrumental lounge variety at Galpão Gaucho on Friday.
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5:30 PM
Atomic Groove Happy Hour
Belly Up · San Diego
Happy Hours 5-8pmAtomic Groove, Friday, October 16, 2026, at Belly Up in Solana Beach, San Diego, CA
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5:30 PM
Ryan Hiller at Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa · Rancho Santa Fe
Ryan Hiller brings classic rock, funk, and SoCal rock to Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa on Friday evening.
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6:00 PM
Keni Yarbro
La Valencia · San Diego
Keni Yarbro performs island vibe, classic rock, Motown, reggae, and Hawaiian at La Valencia on Friday evening.
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6:00 PM
David James
Barefoot Bar & Grill · San Diego
David James performs live at Barefoot Bar & Grill; no genre details are listed for this show.
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6:00 PM
Shea Givens at Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina · San Diego
Shea Givens performs soul, pop, classic rock, R&B, and piano-driven music at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina on Friday, October 16th. Show starts at 6pm.
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6:00 PM
David Shyde
Estancia La Jolla · San Diego
David Shyde performs an eclectic mix of bossa nova, rock, pop, blues, lounge, Sinatra, Latin, John Mayer, and instrumental music at Estancia La Jolla.
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6:00 PM
Blaise Guld
Shake Bar & Lounge · Other / unknown
Blaise Guld performs a wide-ranging set covering top 40, pop, folk, and some rock at Shake Bar & Lounge on Friday evening.
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6:00 PM
Ruby G
Plaza Del Sol · San Diego
Ruby G performs soul, R&B, pop, and jazz at Plaza Del Sol on Friday evening.
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7:00 PM
G-Eazy
North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre · Chula Vista
Rain or shine. Every ticket includes parking in the unpaved lots. General parking gates typically open at 4PM on
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7:00 PM
Flashy B - The Influence Tour
Voodoo Room at the House of Blues San Diego · San Diego
All ages welcome. All persons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or by a responsible adult 25 years of age or older who has written authorization from a parent or guardian. This performance will be in the Voodoo Room at House of Blues San Diego.…
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7:00 PM
Edgar Alejandro
House of Blues San Diego · San Diego
All ages welcome. All persons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or by a responsible adult 25 years of age or older who has written authorization from a parent or guardian. Doors: 7PM Show: 8PM *All times and supporting acts are subject to change
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7:00 PM
MUNA
Rady Shell at Jacobs Park · San Diego
A portion of the proceeds from MUNAs Get So Hot Tour will go to The Ally Coalition and their work supporting LGBTQ Youth and Queer Migrants across the US. ALL AGES WELCOME! NO CHAIRS/ BLANKETS ALLOWED. Standing Room Only. DOORS: 6PM SHOWTIME: 7PM *Times are subject to change. Be…
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7:00 PM
Jason Graham
L'Auberge Del Mar · Del Mar
Jason Graham performs Total Variety, Pop, and Classic Rock at L'Auberge Del Mar on Friday evening.
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7:00 PM
Matt Heinecke
Union Encinitas · Encinitas
Matt Heinecke plays a total variety set of rock and pop hits spanning the 80s and 90s at Union Encinitas.
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7:00 PM
Peter Bjorn and John: Writer's Block 20th Anniversary Tour
Music Box · San Diego
Peter Bjorn and John celebrate the 20th anniversary of Writer's Block at Music Box with Josh Rouse opening. Doors at 7pm, show at 8pm; 18+, $29.50.
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7:00 PM
NAHKO AND MEDICINE FOR THE PEOPLE – HOKA 10TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR.
The Holding Company (Ocean Beach) · Other / unknown
GA ADV TICKET PRICE: $34.95 GA GA DOS / DOOR TICKET PRICE: $39.95 GA VIP TICKET PRICE: $99.95 VIP https://tix.soundrink.com/tours/hQvfnU8wvIqwhj3HzLkTZgGA300COZw9 **VIP DETAILS BELOW** HOKA VIP includes: – 1 General Admission ticket – Meet & Greet with Nahko – Photo with Nahko –…
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7:30 PM
Tyler Ballgame, Grace Cummings
Soda Bar · San Diego
Tyler Ballgame and Grace Cummings play an indie double bill at Soda Bar. Doors at 7:30 PM, show at 8:30 PM.
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7:30 PM
Untamed Youth, Thee Allyrgic Reaction, Alvino & The Dwells
Casbah · San Diego
Untamed Youth headlines Casbah with Thee Allyrgic Reaction and Alvino & The Dwells in support. Doors at 7:30 PM, show at 8:30 PM.
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7:30 PM
Hardly Human, Just in Case, The Midnight Block, and Elijah Augustine
The Banshee · San Diego
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8:00 PM
Peter Bjorn and John, Josh Rouse
Music Box · San Diego
Peter Bjorn and John celebrate the 20th anniversary of 'Writer's Block' at Music Box with Josh Rouse. Doors at 7:00PM, show at 8:00PM, tickets $29.50.
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8:00 PM
Kristi Krause
Fairmont Grand Del Mar · San Diego
Kristi Krause, an "American Idol" alumna, performs Pop, Country, Blues, and Some Rock at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar on Friday night.
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8:00 PM
Shakey Graves
The Sound · Del Mar
ALL AGES ADMITTED. This event is open to all ages and everyone will need a ticket to be admitted. All guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible adult over the age of 25 with written authorization. We do not recommend bringing little…
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8:00 PM
SEX PISTOLS (Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Glen Matlock) featuring Frank Carter
SOMA - Mainstage · San Diego
SEX PISTOLS (Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Glen Matlock) featuring Frank Carter Militarie Gun Artist Presale: 3/3/ at 10am PT Live Nation Presale: 3/4 at 10am PT Spotify Presale: 3/5 at 10am PT Public Onsale: 3/6 at 10am _____ Craft Beer Available General Admission. Standing Room…
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8:30 PM
Barbwire
Full Circle Saloon · Santee
Barbwire performs live at Full Circle Saloon on Friday, October 16th starting at 8:30pm.
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9:00 PM
Z-Trip (21+ Event)
Belly Up · San Diego
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On view · Fri, Oct 16 – Sat, Oct 17
Baltra
3OZ Dive Club · San Diego
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9:00 PM
DJ Z-Trip
Belly Up · San Diego
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9:00 PM
Z-Trip & Friends
Belly Up · San Diego
& Friends Z-Trip & Friends, Friday October 16, 2026 at Belly Up in Solana Beach, San Diego, CA
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10:00 PM
HOL!
Nova SD · San Diego
Ages 21+Got a group? Inquire about our Bottle Service & VIP sections. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: - This is a cashless venue
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Afternoon 4

12:00 PM
Midday Music (Free Concert)
Central Library @ Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs Common · San Diego
A free one-hour lunchtime concert presented by Art of Elan at the Central Library. This is part of a recurring free midday concert series held at the Joan & Irwin Jacobs Common.
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2:00 PM
MISSION BAYFEST 2026 - 3DAY
Mariner’s Point Park · San Diego
Rain or shine. No Refunds. This is a non refundable ticket. VIP includes separate entry, premium viewing access, vip only bars and bathrooms, spacious furnished grassy area, and the famous vip $2 Tacos.
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3:00 PM
Jonny Tarr
Duke's La Jolla · San Diego
Jonny Tarr plays funk, soul, and pop at Duke's La Jolla on Friday afternoon.
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4:30 PM
Hank Easton
Bahia Resort Hotel · San Diego
Hank Easton returns to the Bahia Resort Hotel for a Friday afternoon performance. His set covers yacht rock, classic rock, pop, blues, and jazz.
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Morning 1

11:00 AM
Spain Through French Glasses: Ravel and Debussy
Jacobs Music Center · San Diego
Ludovic Morlot , conductor Jörgen van Rijen , trombone DEBUSSY: "Nuages" and "Fêtes" from Nocturnes JIMMY LÓPEZ: Shift , Concerto for Trombone and Orchestra RAVEL: Alborada del gracioso POULENC: Suite from The Does (Les biches) RAVEL: Rapsodie espagnole Ludovic Morlot , one of…
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All day / time TBD 1

All day
London Elektricity
SPIN · San Diego
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