A 1932 Tower, Punk Sets and Goth Nights in San Diego
Black Cat Bar anchors this San Diego set with local and touring acts in a neighborhood room. The Tower Bar brings hard rock, punk and metal to its 1932 City Heights tower, while EQ San Diego adds Hillcrest electronic music. San Diego State University’s murals and gardens provide a daytime contrast to these separate, event-driven nightlife choices.
At 4246 University Avenue, Black Cat Bar is a neighborhood bar for drinks and live music. It hosts local and touring acts in a low-key setting, and entry is limited to guests 21 and older. Live performance is central to the venue.
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The Tower Bar occupies a 1932 tower in City Heights. Its compact interior has wall decor, a few booths, and movies on television. The bar serves specialty cocktails and beer, with happy hour daily from 4 pm to 7 pm. Live sets move through hard rock, punk, and metal. Entry is limited to guests 21 and older.
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At 5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego State University offers historical murals, cultural sites, gardens, and a turtle pond tucked among the buildings. The California Coast C.U. amphitheater stages concerts. This public university also has a dense student life built around clubs and organizations.
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Electronic DJs and laser lights fill EQ San Diego's dance floor in Hillcrest, at 1271 University Avenue. The club's weekly Blue Monday is an 80s goth night with no cover, and monthly Sabbat adds a second goth gathering. Established and emerging DJs share its program. Entry is limited to guests 21 and older.
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