Are you ready for summer fun in San Diego? The season is packed with a non-stop supply of activities and attractions to bring you back to San Diego again and again. From the thrill of Del Mar racing to the splash of a new ride at SeaWorld-- from the proud streets of Hillcrest to the musical streets of the Gaslamp, San Diego welcomes you to a summer you'll never forget- all going on under the sun and stars in America's Finest City! In addition, we have hotel deals to fit any budget along with shopping savings, dining deals and major attraction discounts that are sure to make this a sunny summer to remember. Here's just a taste of what happening:
Great Getaways: Summer Vacation Specials,
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Racing,
San Diego LGBT Pride Celebration
 
Date: 8/27-8/28/04
Showcasing some of the hottest acts in the industry, California's largest urban music festival will offer two days of non-stop music and entertainment in the streets of downtown San Diego. Last year's headliners included Social
Distortion, Bad Religion, 311, De La Soul and Cypress Hill. With 30 bands performing on three stages, this year's star-studded lineup may include Jack Johnson, G. Love & Special Sauce, Black Eyed Peas, Ziggy Marley, and Toots & the Maytals. Musical genres will include rock, punk, reggae, hip-hop, electronica, alternative, hip-hop and indie rock. Truly an entertainment extravaganza for all ages, festivalgoers will also enjoy procession parades and cuisine from some of the best restaurants in San Diego.
The Facts
Location: 7th to 12th, South of J St. to Harbor, including Park Blvd, and the
surrounding PETCO Park facilities. Gaslamp Gate, 7th & K St; East Village Gate, 11th & K St.
Hours: gates open 4pm-midnight both days
Admission: all ages both days; ID required to enter any "21& Up" areas. Cost TBD. For tickets call 800-260-9985 (active June 21) or www.street-scene.com.
Note: the full line-up of talent may be announced June 21. Please check the Web site for the most up-to-date information.
Hotel Offerings for Street Scene
Old Town Inn - Rates starting from $73.00
Holiday Inn Express Old Town - Rates starting from $110.00
Best Western Hacienda - Rates starting from $114.00
Residence Inn by Marriott Downtown San Diego (Extended Stay) - Rates starting from $159.00
Town & Country Resort (Tunes & Trolley Package) - Rates starting from $129.00
Hot Tip
More than 100,000 people are expected to attend Street Scene. Solve the driving/parking dilemma by riding the trolley (Gaslamp Quarter stop) or Coaster, carpooling or using a shuttle service. For more information call 1-800-COMMUTE, visit www.sdcommute.com or click directly to eStore to purchase trolley or bus tickets online. Be sure to bring an ID for each day of attendance.
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