In honor of the monumental 2008 Presidential Election, San Diego takes a stand for awareness with politically inspired events and menus.

Regardless of policy and partisan preference, we can all agree campaign awareness is the most important ticket. Discover what businesses are rocking the vote, where you can watch the election, and what you can sip and taste to support the cause.

Check out these DiscoverSD recommended San Diego election events, all taking place on Tuesday, November 4, 2008. No matter where you watch the results, do not forget to vote. Get all the voting info you need and find your San Diego polling place here.

Poll Party at US Grant Hotel
The historical US Grant Hotel in San Diego is hosting the ultimate Poll Party in celebration of the highly anticipated 2008 Presidential Election. Head to Grant Grill to savor electoral eats and candidate cocktails while the drama unfolds. In addition to your free VeeV cocktail, with proof of voting sticker, sip an Obamatini or Palin Stinger paired with Cabinet Calamari. Get menu and RSVP details here.

Moonstone Lounge at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Watch the election results from the gorgeous rooftop bar Moonstone Lounge at the Hard Rock Hotel and toast with signature drinks made special for the night, including the Ciroc Obama with Ciroc Vodka, Cointreau, Lychee Juice and Fresh Lime Juice and the Palin Punch with Effen Black Cherry Vodka, Triple Sec, Fresh Pomegranate, Lychee, and Cranberry Juice with Simple Syrup.

Madonna Live at PETCO Park
Catch the Sticky and Sweet Tour live in San Diego at PETCO Park in East Village. This politically-fueled concert is sure to draw a powerful crowd. The Material Girl performs live in San Diego on Election Night - only got 4 minutes to save the world... Get tickets.

ALTITUDE Sky Lounge at Gaslamp Marriott
Head to the Gaslamp Marriott and enjoy a party of historic proportion while Madonna rocks PETCO Park next door. ALTITUDE Sky Lounge will feature election returns on multiple plasmas, and guests will watch the concert action from 22 stories in the air. Quench your thirst with the specialty "Borderline" Margarita or "Material Girl" cocktail.

Firehouse American Eatery and Lounge
Watch the election results on the Pacific Beach boardwalk with an ocean view at Firehouse American Eatery and Lounge. Bring in your voter sticker and enjoy a hosted Obama Rama or Donkey Punch.

Crescent Heights Kitchen & Lounge
Eat, Drink and Be A-merry-can at the brand new Crescent Heights Kitchen & Lounge. Cheer- or jeer- the Presidential race at a special election returns evening featuring its happy hour menu all afternoon and night long at Crescent Heights. Watch the returns come in all evening on a number of high-definition televisions located in the bar and lounge. Special night menu includes $2 off Small Bites menu including favorites the Kobe Beef Sliders and Crab Spoons and all specialty cocktails, wines by the glass, and wells - from 2:30pm - close. Get Crescent Heights info here.

Shop for America
If you're not in the mood to swig back Obamatinis - head to Lily Grace Boutique in north Pacific Beach after you vote and receive 20% off the whole store, with proof of your voter sticker. Support fall fashion and the new presidency in true San Diego style.

Sweets for America
If you prefer sweet indulgence over cocktails and shopping, your election night destination is Seaport Village. Two Ben & Jerry's locations at Seaport Village are giving away free ice cream 5-9 pm for all people wearing their voting stickers.

San Diego took a stand for political awareness this season. See what you missed in San Diego in Election Inspired Specials Around Town. And, check out new event photos from the Rock the Vote Party.