The Gaslamp Quarter is getting extra festive this holiday season with a triple-threat of new events to get the heart of downtown San Diego in the holiday spirit.

The main event, BLUE Christmas is a completely free music inspired evening set to transcend Gaslamp rhythm on Thursday, December 11, 2008, starting at 5pm at top Gaslamp bars and restaurants..

As a complimentary holiday treat from the Gaslamp Quarter Association, blues and jazz enthusiasts will enjoy multiple live performances by jazz and blues musicians at participating Gaslamp clubs and restaurants, as well as street-side performances underneath the Gaslamp lights.

Check out the inaugural lineup for BLUE Christmas in Gaslamp:

Jimmy Love's: Masterpiece - Jazz Rhythm & Blues
Hard Rock Café: Lady Dottie & The Diamonds - local favorite blues band
Dick's Last Resort: Andy Frasco Trio - wildly original and soulful piano artist
Henry's Pub: Flock of '80s - conjuring spirits of '80s rock stars
Patrick's II: The Blue Four - Staunch Blues traditionalists
Rock Bottom Brewery: Shane Dwight Blues Band
Westfield Horton Plaza: Hosting David Patrone near Broadway Circle

Additional participating Gaslamp bars: Croce's Restaurant and Bar, The Bitter End, Double Deuce, The Stage Saloon, and more.

The holiday season is a time for music and memory making. Check out the inaugural BLUE Christmas event on Thursday, December 11th to soak in multiple live music performances for one ticket price - from 5-10pm. The Gaslamp Quarter Association is easing your holiday blues by making the first annual BLUE Christmas a completely free event. Head to any participating venues for free music all night.

DiscoverSD.com is a proud sponsor of BLUE Christmas.

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