Weekend Events

Thursday, March 14

NOVO Brazil Brewing Company’s new sports bar in the Mission Valley mall is holding a watch party for San Diego State’s opening game in the men’s Mountain West Conference tournament Thursday at 2:30 p.m. against UNLV.  Cheer on the Aztecs while choosing from more than 60 beers and kombuchas on tap, including Azteks Raspberry Kombucha, which was made in collaboration with players on the team via MESA Foundation, an official Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) partner of SDSU. Should they win, a watch party will be held for the next game Friday, March 15 at 6:30 p.m. and then Saturday, March 16 at 3:00 p.m. 1640 Camino Del Rio North, #341

Friday, March 15

NOVO Brazil Brewing Company is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day at its original Chula Vista brewery and taproom on Friday, March 15 starting at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy live music from rock, punk, and blues band The Agents of Apollo until 7:30 p.m. Then at 8:00 p.m., DJ Qenoe takes over. Food vendors for the evening include San Diego favorite Cali BBQ, along with Rico Rico Snack Bar and El Rey Tacos a Vapor. In addition to (green) beer selections, hard and non-alcoholic kombucha from NOVO’s sister brand NOVA will also be available. The family-friendly event, which is free to attend, also includes games and art-and-crafts activities. 901 Lane Avenue

Duck Dive’s food and drink specials from Friday, March 15 – Sunday, March 17 are sure to leave you feelin’ lucky this St. Patty’s Day weekend! For breakfast and brunch, enjoy the Corned Beef Egg & Hash breakfast special, comprised of house-made corned beef, crispy potatoes, cheddar cheese, salsa verde, and two over-easy eggs. For lunch and dinner, opt for the Traditional Corn Beef Hash, served with cabbage and potatoes. Sip on Jameson & Shanky’s Whip Cold Brew Martinis, Irish Slammers, green beers, and green tea shots, available all day. 4650 Mission Blvd

Saturday, March 16

Georges at the Cove continues its monthly 40th anniversary alumni series on Saturday, March 16 with a cocktail party in the Level2 bar area with former Beverage Directors Sam Peters and Stephen Kurpinsky. Tickets are available here for $80, and the price includes three featured cocktails and tray-passed appetizers – and there are two sessions to choose from: 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. While at Georges, Kurpinksy and Peters created Neighborhoods of San Diego and Floras of San Diego, bespoke programs to tell the story of San Diego through cocktails. Peters is now the owner of SPK Bar Hospitality & Training and Kurpinsky is the U.S. Brand Ambassador for Mr Black Coffee Liqueur. Kurpinsky is flying in from New York City for the event. Please note the February anniversary event sold out and the April edition with Chef Christopher Kostow is already a sellout.  1250 Prospect Street

Sunday, March 17

Country music’s Ashley McBryde brings her The Devil I Know Tour to The Magnolia in El Cajon. Tickets start at $64.50 and are available here to see the singer-songwriter who won the 2023 Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Performance with Carly Pearce for their duet “Never Wanted To Be That Girl”. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., but you can join The Magnolia for a Plaza Pre-Party on the outdoor patio 30 minutes before doors, allowing for early admission and access to their taco stand with freshly made nachos, elote, specialty cocktails, and more available for purchase.  210 E Main Street

Stop in to Gaslamp’s The Smoking Gun on Sunday, March 17 to toast to the holiday with Jameson Flight Boards and delicious Corned Beef Tacos. For a unique spin on the traditional Irish meal, chow down on two corn tortillas filled with shaved corned beef, green cabbage, smoked onions, and a one-of-a-kind Jamison honey-mustard. Enjoy alongside the bar’s Jameson tastings for the ultimate St. Patrick’s Day celebration.  555 Market Street

barleymash is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day on Sunday, March 17th with food and drink specials for all to enjoy! Chow down on the Barley Reuben, with house made corned beef, green apple sauerkraut, 1000 Islands and Swiss cheese, on rye bread with Kennebec chips. Specialty sips include Lucky & Charmed, made with Jameson, cold brew, and magical marshmallow-infused oat milk, Pot of Gold, comprised of Jameson, honey, lemon, and gold, and Dublin Old Fashioned, with Jameson, sugar, Angostura Bitters, and Orange Bitters. barleymash will also have DJs, giveaways, and lots of green beer!  600 5th Avenue

Tuesday, March 19

Common Theory Public House, known for its diverse, ever-evolving draft beer list and Asian-influenced gastropub menu in the Convoy District, hosts a grand opening celebration at its Otay Ranch location on Tuesday, March 19. The day includes a ribbon cutting at 11:00 a.m., a scheduled appearance by Chula Vista Mayor John McCann, and 99-cent beers to the first 99 guests (21 years of age and older). The current tap menu includes two selections from acclaimed Russian River Brewing: Velvet Glow Helles Lager and Russian River Porter. Bottled beers, wine, and low ABV beverages are also available.  1980 Optima Street