Hey San Diego listeners, kick off your week with a bang right here in America's Finest City! Today, Sunday, February 8th, dive into the vibrant Hillcrest Farmers Market on University Avenue from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., where you'll snag fresh fruits, veggies, meats, seafood, artisan crafts, jewelry, and killer prepared foods from local gems, according to the City of San Diego's official events listing.
Stick around for the Gaslamp Artisan Market on Fifth Avenue, running 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., bursting with handcrafted treasures, art, jewelry, and clothing in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter—perfect for your weekend treasure hunt. Over in Old Town, the Harney Street Market between San Diego Avenue and Congress Street goes strong from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., showcasing jewelry, pottery, paintings, hand-painted glass, and woodworking, all free and open to the public, as noted by city event calendars.
This afternoon, catch the mysterious "Right in the Eye" show at 2 p.m. at the iconic Balboa Theatre on 868 Fourth Avenue—San Diego Theatres promises a captivating performance that'll have you on the edge of your seat. Then, from 3 to 8 p.m., join history in the making at Convoy Rising, the first-ever Lunar New Year kickoff in the Convoy District off Vickers Street. The Doan Foundation and partners are turning it into a night market extravaganza with food vendors, artisan goods, lion dances from top San Diego groups, live entertainment, and festive vibes celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse, straight from the City of San Diego's special events page.
Tomorrow, Tuesday the 10th, hit the Pacific Beach Tuesday Farmers Market from 2 to 7 p.m. for ultra-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, breads, flowers, and gourmet bites—meet the makers themselves! Wednesday the 11th brings the Little Italy Mercato on West Date Street from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with farm-fresh goodies, honey, yogurt, and baked treats; downtown lunch food trucks from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and the Ocean Beach Certified Farmers Market from 4 to 8 p.m. loaded with groceries, crafts, and specialties.
Thursday the 12th, swing by the North Park Farmers Market on North Park Way from 3 to 7:30 p.m. for produce, prepared foods, flowers, apparel, and more—check @shopnorthparkmarket for vendor deets. Friday the 13th heats up at House of Blues with Jacquees and Jaz Karis on their California Love Tour in the Music Hall, plus Mevina Liufau in the VooDoo Room. Saturday the 14th rocks with DENM at House of Blues Music Hall and the massive Little Italy Mercato from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring eggs, seafood, pastries, local artists, and handmade soaps.
Whether you're market-hopping, feasting on Lunar New Year flavors, or grooving to live tunes, San Diego's got your week covered—grab your crew and make memories under that perfect SoCal sun!
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