Weekend Preview: Best Events 4/26-29

Get suited up for spring in style at Simon Fashion Now, find out who’s the most bronze of all as Miss iTAN invades Stingaree, and take a colorful cruise through Little Italy during ArtWalk. Come Sunday, the party people will hit up a double-header, with Cosmic Gate at Intervention and Hardwell at Wavehouse. More top picks include Cirque du Soleil’s new show TOTEM, Drew Carey stand-up at The American Comedy Co., Encinitas Street Fair, Beach Soccer Jam on Fiesta Island and then some.

Discover this weekend’s best San Diego events.

Simon Fashion Now at Fashion Valley Mall – April 27 & 28

Fashion Valley Mall presents a free, two-day event dedicated to all things spring style. Simon Fashion Now will showcase runway shows, in-store promotions, shopping spree giveaways, beauty demonstrations and more. Featured Fashion Valley retailers include Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, bebe, Betsey Johnson, Custo Barcelona, Karen Millen, Mac Studio, Steve Madden and Ted Baker London, among others. Get details here

Drew Carey Stand-Up at The American Comedy Co. – April 27 & 28

The American Comedy Co. is keeping the energy high, bringing in yet another huge act this weekend. Drew Carey is a well-known comedian and game show host famous for his starring role on the ABC sitcom “The Drew Carey Show” as well as his hosting position on “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” These, of course, are just two tabs on his massive resume of film, television and even computer game gigs. Catch Carey’s stand-up and sketch routine Friday and Saturday at downtown’s newest underground comedy club. Get details here

Miss iTAN 2012 at Stingaree – Saturday, April 28

Bronze and beautiful Southern California ladies are competing for the title of Miss iTAN 2012. During the official Miss iTAN party this Saturday night, the finalists will show off their tans in hot spring bikini fashions, while you sit back, sip cocktails and enjoy the show. The winner will receive a $1,000 cash prize, a free year of iTAN services and much more. Who will you cheer for? Join the DSD crew and RSVP here

Mission Federal ArtWalk in Little Italy – April 28 & 29

One of our favorite spring festivals, the Mission Federal ArtWalk returns to Little Italy this weekend. ArtWalk is a free, two-day festival that will feature over 350 artists from all around the country and Mexico, ranging from painters to sculptors and photographers. More event perks include live local bands, interactive art stations and ‘Dance on the Edge’ -- a stage dedicated to local dance troops. Get details here

LED Presents Hardwell at Wavehouse – Sunday, April 29

The LED Presents crew takes over Wavehouse for another rowdy Sunday Funday bash from morning ‘til night. This week’s show stars Hardwell, the multi-talented Dutch DJ and producer, spinning dancey house beats at the beach. Also on the lineup are DJs TJR, No Body and Brazzabelle. Get details here (pictured)

Intervention ft. Cosmic Gate at Hard Rock Hotel – Sunday, April 29

Pool party season is officially underway. Following opening shows by Paul Oakenfold and Paul Van Dyk, Intervention picks back up with Cosmic Gate, a duo of German trance DJs and producers. Nic Chagall and DJ Bossi are known for such dance hits as “Exploration of Space” and “The Truth.” Get details here

More Top San Diego Events & Parties:

Cirque du Soleil TOTEM Opening Night at Del Mar Fairgrounds – April 25

Maryjane’s Underground ft. Desolace at Hard Rock Hotel – April 25

Spring Fling ft. Bikini Fashion Show at GuestHouse at Stingaree – April 25

Rubicon Deli Golden Ticket Grand Opening in Mission Hills – April 25

RAW – Menagerie Art & Music Showcase at 4th & B – April 26

EDM ft. ATB at FLUXX – April 26

LED Presents Pendulum DJ Set at Voyeur – April 26

Sat-One & Crush Effect Live at Ivy Nightclub – April 26

MYNT Thursday ft. Kid Capri at Hard Rock Hotel – April 26

Club Killers 1 Year Anniversary Party at Ivy Nightclub – April 28

Ingrid Michaelson Live at House of Blues – April 28

Padres FanForLife Fest at PETCO Park – April 28

Beach Soccer Jam at Fiesta Island – April 28

Club Crawl San Diego – April 28

DJ Fingaz at F6ix – April 28

Showstopper Theme Finale ft. Sid Vicious at FLUXX – April 28

Encinitas Street Fair on S. Coast Highway 101 – April 28 & 29

Five / Ten: Best of the Worst Tattoo Contest at Side Bar – April 29

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