Party Places: Start your weekend tonight with these amazing events

Although the summer concert season is wrapping up there are still tons of great events for San Diegan’s to enjoy. Amidst the hustle and bustle of going back to school we all know how important it is to make time to hang with friends and catch your favorite bands.

The line up of things to do in San Diego over the next couple days is very exciting. The Entertainer has some tips of where to party, starting tonight and continuing into the weekend.

This evening, Thursday, September 10th

Do not miss the 19th annual San Diego Music Awards with live performances by Players Inc, Scarlet Symphony, Get Back Loretta, Steph Johnson, Burning of Rome, Silent Comedy and the San Diego Blues All Stars.

Doors open at 6PM at the Viejas Concerts in the Park with tickets ranging between $25-$75

(Catch Burning of Rome featured on the FREE downloadable Local Music Alliance Play list of the month for September available tomorrow on the Entertainer.)

Also performing this evening is Shwayze at the House of Blues. Sycuan Presents Shwayze with Far East Movement, Cold Flamez, Beardo, Chris Young, & DJ Jason Smith. If you are a fan, this is surely a concert you don’t want to miss. Grab a date and head to the venue this evening for an unforgettable show at a reasonable price, tickets available here.

Friday, September 11th

If you have not caught the announcements for the Local Music Alliance presented by the Entertainer, now is your chance the join in the movement.

Launching tomorrow is the first FREE monthly Local Music Alliance downloadable play list featuring ten songs from local San Diego bands. Along with the presentation of the playlist and friendly band competition will be a show at Soda Bar in North Park. Bands performing live include Demasiado, Irradio, Life in Orbit and out-of-towners Ape Machine (Portland, OR).

For those that aren’t familiar, the North Park scene is bursting with great shows, drink specials and cool vibes at laid back venues. Come check it out tomorrow night at Soda Bar, located 3615 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104.

NO COVER and your presence and drink purchases will go to benefit the San Diego Fire and Rescue Department in remembrance of 9/11. Read more about the Local Music Alliance here.

Saturday, September 12th

“Party for a better future” this Saturday with Philanthro Productions at the W Hotel in the enticing Urban Oasis. Your attendance, raffle purchases, and silent auction bids will aid Planet Cancer which aims to bring awareness and help young adults suffering from cancer.

Information about the event as described by Philanthro Productions:

Get away from it all and join the party with Philanthro Productions at the W Hotel. Make your escape to one of the three distinct levels this Urban Oasis has to offer: lose yourself on the dance floor, kick back with friends, or sink your toes into the sand at BEACH, the W’s open-air rooftop lounge. Take a trip through all three levels and groove to everything from hip-hop to house music. Don’t forget to stop by the full-service bars where they’ll be serving up all your favorite drinks, just the way you like them!

More than just “partying for a better future” you can enjoy fabulous live music from:

• DJ Kray-Z-K, DJ Gino, and the Electronic Prophet
• Live Performances by Unity Hoops
• And Body Painting by Lyte of ABA Designs

All guests are eligible to win some great prizes from Philanthro Productions sponsors:

• $50 Gift Certificate to the Fish Market
• $50 Gift Package from Ocean Potion Skin Care
• Mini-Facial Package from Martine’s Skin Care
• Wine Tasting from PRP Wine Int’l. valued at $350
• …plus more!

Entry with advance purchase online is only $10 and still a reasonable $20 at the door! Plan the evening and bring your friends out to the Urban Oasis at The W. You may learn more and purchase your tickets on the Philanthro Productions website.