The ULTIMATE SDCC 2023 Party List: San Diego Comic-Con’s After Parties, Concerts, Events & More!

The ULTIMATE SDCC 2023 Party List: San Diego Comic-Con’s After Parties, Concerts, Events & More!

It’s time for comic books and movies and geek stuff… and parties! AGAIN!

Look at that — we’re already talking about events midway through Summer. Wow, where did the time fly? Well, it’s still early enough where we can enjoy every hot day ahead, and plan to attend hot events, too — AT SAN DIEGO COMIC CON!

That’s right, it’s 2023 so we’ve got our SDCC party list back up again for ya!

First and foremost, visit our FACEBOOK GROUP. Friends have been posting events as they find out about them, and it’s been pretty quick! And join our SDCC parties Discord where AMAZING folks are posting event updates and ticket opportunities as it goes up live! Special thanks to SDCC Blog for all of their hard work in showcasing the best of SDCC, and the team at Bleeding Cool for collecting events as well.

If you have a party to share, post it in the comments below, use our Contact Form or shoot me a tweet @DaliDimovski! :)

The list is here, we’re adding to it faster than The Flash speeds out of theaters. Come back often to see all of the additions and updates.

Enjoy, friends!

We are *NOT* affiliated with SDCC. We just like to party.

EventTimeLocationInformationTicketing
WEDNESDAYJULY 19———-———————–———————–———————–
Energize Lounge – A Star Trek Coffee Experience8AM-10PM332 J Street in the GaslampThis intimate Star Trek themed experience will give you a chance to relax, recharge and connect with fellow Trekkies.Free
Malibu DREAM Experience at SDCC 202312PM-7PM DailyParq Nightclub, 615 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101Enter the Malibu Dream world and become part of the life-size fun.Hourly reservations $40
MacabreDaily’s SDCC 2023 Brew Ha Ha2:30-5:30PMWhiskey Girl, 702 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CAMacabreDaily Staff will be kicking off San Diego Comic Con at the world famous WHISKEY GIRL with Jack Daniels Burgers. Horror and Sci-Fi fans are encouraged but all are welcome to attend!None needed
Paramount+’s The LoungeParamount+’s The Lodge6-10PMappy Does Bar, San DiegoJoin an immersive experience in a unique log cabin and discover the world of Paramount+. Explore sets from your favorite shows, like 1923, SpongeBob SquarePants, Star Trek, Yellowjackets, and moreTickets (Free) Standby Line for those without tickets
Den of Geek & Project K present SPICE PUNK7-10PMHorton Grand Hotel, 311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101In celebration of Project K, join Den of Geek for cocktails, food, and stellar surprises!Invite Only
Ready Party One: 8 Bit Legacy, SDCC Kick Off Party!8PM-2AMParq Nightclub, 615 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101Travel to the Mushroom Kingdom planet for an immersive themed party experience$50-$300 Eventbrite
Comic-Con Drag Queen Bingo8-10PMAmerican Junkie, 628 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101Weekly drag queen bingo, with a comic-con twistFree Registration
THURSDAYJULY 20———-———————–———————–———————–
Energize Lounge – A Star Trek Coffee Experience8AM-10PM332 J Street in the GaslampThis intimate Star Trek themed experience will give you a chance to relax, recharge and connect with fellow Trekkies.Free
AMC’s Street of Immortality11AM-7PMHilton Gaslamp Quarter terraceAs attendees tour the street, they’ll enjoy a New Orleans-inspired immersive experience with several photo and video opportunities as well as collect exclusive souvenirs and limited-edition premiums.Free to register All ages. Standby line will be available.
Malibu DREAM Experience at SDCC 202312PM-7PM DailyParq Nightclub, 615 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101Enter the Malibu Dream world and become part of the life-size fun.Hourly reservations $40
Adult Swim Festival on the GreenOpen Daily5th Avenue Landing and Convention Way, 600 Convention Way San Diego, CA 92101Join us in San Diego for an Adult Swim Festival weekend full of music, people, and moreFree to register If not registered, FIRST COME FIRST SERVED ENTRY
Quantum Leap HQOpen DailyNear Baja Rick’sSave the universe… and your favorite shows… through this unique activation experience.Book a time slot
Paramount+’s The LoungeParamount+’s The Lodge12-10PMappy Does Bar, San DiegoJoin an immersive experience in a unique log cabin and discover the world of Paramount+. Explore sets from your favorite shows, like 1923, SpongeBob SquarePants, Star Trek, Yellowjackets, and moreTickets (Free) Standby Line for those without tickets
Summer Mixer: Level Up with Responsible Data Science4:30-7:30PMTHE LOT La Jolla, 7611 Fay Avenue, San Diego, CA 92037Kick off your Comic-Con week with an exploration of how interactive games and Responsible Data Science shape the entertainment industry!Eventbrite $75
MAGIC OF MIDDLE-EARTH SDCC 20235-10PMStoryhouse Spirits, 1220 J Street, San Diego, CA 92101Join Weta Workshop, Nerd of the Rings, Happy Hobbit, and Tea with Tolkien for a casual and fun evening amongst the barrels of STORYHOUSE SPIRITS in downtown San Diego, just minutes walk from the convention center.Tickets Currently sold out, but stay tuned for updates.
6th Annual Afrofuturism Lounge 20236-10PMUniversity Club Atop Symphony Towers, 750 B Street #Suite #3400, San Diego, CA 92101This mixer will highlight Black artists, writers, publishers, and creative thinkers in a culturally competent and relevant environment with music, art, and small bites, with drinks available for purchase.$10-$30 Eventbrite
Comic-Con Mixer6:30-8:30PMEncinitas Community and Senior Center 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive Encinitas, CA 92024Shake the dust off your favorite superhero costume and join us for Comic-Con: Stay Social style!$50 Eventbrite
Jay and Silent Bob Get Old @ Mooby’s San Diego!7PMTin Roof, 401 G Street, San Diego, CA 92101Snootch to the nootch, San Diego! We got a pair of aging hetero-lifemates on stage!Eventbrite
The Dork Forest7-8:30PMMic Drop Comedy, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard San Diego, CA 92123Almost anything can be dorked out in The Dork Forest – with Jackie Kashian$10 Ticket
Ken Lashley SDCC Fanfest 20237-9PMFogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse, 668 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101Looking to get a commission from the LEDKILLA at SDCC? Here’s your chance. Have dinner with Ken Lashley to kick-off SDCC 2023!$600 per person
FANDOM Party7PM-11PMFLOAT at the Hard Rock HotelFandom Website The biggest SDCC party is back!Ticket giveaway info coming soon
Trivia Night Comic-Con Edition7:30PMLost Abbey ChurchRoll out with your team for a night of questions about all the things that make San Diego Comic Con great!Open to everyone
Gaslamp Lumpia Factory Nightly Mixer8PM423 F Street, San Diego, California 92101, United StatesInfo | Nightly mixer for fans of LUMPIAFree
Annual CBLDF Welcome Party presented by ONI Press8PM-12AMWestgate Hotel, 1055 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA 92101Fight censorship, read comics! And have a great time at one of the best annual events at SDCC!Free Admission
Nostalgia 90s SDCC 2023 After Party8PM – 2AMParq Nightclub, 615 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101The 90’s-themed Comic Con nightlife experience, brought to you by XLE Productions$35-$300 Eventbrite
Departing Dystopia8PM-2AMThe Merrow, 1271 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103An Interactive, Immersive, Post-Apocalyptic, Cyberpunk, Live EDM Theater/Nightclub Hybrid$20-$95 Eventbrite
Comic Con @ American Junkie8PMAmerican Junkie, 628 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101Kick off Comic Con with $1 Draft & $1 Pizza Night, plus super heroes!Guest List (Free)
[CANCELED] EW’s 2023 Comic-Con “A-List” Party9PMLocation under wrapsUltra-exclusive, must contact for details and tickets$2995
Disburst X LBO SDCC Party9PM-closeBasic Bar, 410 Tenth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101Join us for a live painting event and get-together featuring artists and an exclusive auction!Free
FRIDAYJULY 21———-———————–———————–———————–
Energize Lounge – A Star Trek Coffee Experience8AM-10PM332 J Street in the GaslampThis intimate Star Trek themed experience will give you a chance to relax, recharge and connect with fellow Trekkies.Free
Crunchyroll Ultimate Fitness Challenge9AM & 10AMHardcore Fitness Downtown San Diego, 1014 Fifth Ave STE 120, San Diego, CA 92101Your trainer, Charles Thorp, will bring you through workouts inspired by your favorite anime series along with co-hosts Lauren Moore and Tim Lyu.Register
Jurassic Park Experience10AM-8PMLUCE CIELO, San Diego, CAStep into Jurassic Park for its 30th anniversarySign Up Free walk-ins available
Malibu DREAM Experience at SDCC 202312PM-7PM DailyParq Nightclub, 615 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101Enter the Malibu Dream world and become part of the life-size fun.Hourly reservations $40
Adult Swim Festival on the GreenOpen Daily5th Avenue Landing and Convention Way, 600 Convention Way San Diego, CA 92101Join us in San Diego for an Adult Swim Festival weekend full of music, people, and moreFree to register If not registered, FIRST COME FIRST SERVED ENTRY
Quantum Leap HQOpen DailyNear Baja Rick’sSave the universe… and your favorite shows… through this unique activation experience.Book a time slot
Paramount+’s The LoungeParamount+’s The Lodge12-10PMappy Does Bar, San DiegoJoin an immersive experience in a unique log cabin and discover the world of Paramount+. Explore sets from your favorite shows, like 1923, SpongeBob SquarePants, Star Trek, Yellowjackets, and moreTickets (Free) Standby Line for those without tickets
Hunger Action Heroes4-6PMComic-Con Museum, 2131 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101Meet the Hunger Action Heroes, Hunger Halter and Demeter, at the Comic-Con Museum and have your photo taken with them.Bring a food donation, please! *Admission to the Comic-Con Museum is required.*
5th Annual Comic Con Pub Crawl4PMTaste and Thirst, 715 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101Calling all Zombies, Super Heroes, Anime Characters and the like. Join us as we parade thru the Gaslamp strutting our costumes enjoying laughs and drinks with our friends in a fun atmosphere.$10-$17 Eventbrite
Gaslamp Divas Cosplay Comic-Con Drag Show5-8PMCasablanca Lounge, 836 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101Kick off Comic Con with Gaslamp Divas drag entertainment at Casablanca Lounge July 21st$10 Eventbrite
Funko Fridays5PMRady ShellFood, drinks, and entertainment all night — plus giveaways and more!$200 (Ticket info soon)
Hellfire Club Themed Party6:30PM-2AMTORO, 672 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101Join us as we welcome all Comic Con guests! Both dance floors open with, so come dressed in your Hellfire Club gear!Guest List (Free)
Fatman Beyond @ Mooby’s San Diego7PMTin Roof, 401 G Street, San Diego, CA 92101Kevin Smith and Marc Bernardin are bringing you all the pop culture news thats fit to print on the verge of San Diego Comic Con!Eventbrite
Galactic Empire7:30PMBrick x Brick, 1130 Buenos Ave, San Diego, CA 92110The Star Wars heavy metal band is back at SDCC!$25 Tickets
Neopets Era Party7:30-11:30PMDeck 655, 655 W Broadway, San Diego, 92101NeoPets brings a huge party and booth to SDCCTickets can be received at the NeoPets SDCC booth
Digital LA – Comic Cocktails 237:30PM-2AMVenue Details sent to registrantsJoin us for our annual Comic Cocktails meetup during San Diego Comic-Con. Trade notes on best panels, swag, and parties.$0-$20 Eventbrite
The MONSTERS Ball SDCC 2023 After Party8PMParq Nightclub, 615 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101The Monsters’ Ball at Party HQ Comic Con is the ultimate party for the creepy, kooky, sparkly, and spooky.$35-$300 Eventbrite
Mosh Eisley: The Best Party In The Galaxy8PMMusic Box 1337 India Street San Diego, CA 92101The Wild Punk & Emo Singalong Party Inspired By A Galaxy Far, Far AwayTickets $42
Gaslamp Lumpia Factory Nightly Mixer8PM423 F Street, San Diego, California 92101, United StatesInfo | Nightly mixer for fans of LUMPIAFree
Rich’s Poke-Ball Anime Comic Con PartyTime TBDRich’s San DiegoThe ultimate strip club partyTickets & VIP
SATURDAYJULY 22———-———————–———————–———————–
Energize Lounge – A Star Trek Coffee Experience8AM-10PM332 J Street in the GaslampThis intimate Star Trek themed experience will give you a chance to relax, recharge and connect with fellow Trekkies.Free
Crunchyroll Ultimate Fitness Challenge9AM & 10AMHardcore Fitness Downtown San Diego, 1014 Fifth Ave STE 120, San Diego, CA 92101Your trainer, Charles Thorp, will bring you through workouts inspired by your favorite anime series along with co-hosts Lauren Moore and Tim Lyu.Register
Jurassic Park Experience10AM-8PMLUCE CIELO, San Diego, CAStep into Jurassic Park for its 30th anniversarySign Up Free walk-ins available
Malibu DREAM Experience at SDCC 202312PM-7PM DailyParq Nightclub, 615 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101Enter the Malibu Dream world and become part of the life-size fun.Hourly reservations $40
Paramount+’s The LoungeParamount+’s The Lodge12-10PMappy Does Bar, San DiegoJoin an immersive experience in a unique log cabin and discover the world of Paramount+. Explore sets from your favorite shows, like 1923, SpongeBob SquarePants, Star Trek, Yellowjackets, and moreTickets (Free) Standby Line for those without tickets
Feeding San Diego with Hunger Action Heroes1-3PMFeeding San Diego, 9477 Waples St., Ste 100, San Diego, CA, 92121Join a Comic-Con-themed volunteer shift and sort food for the community alongside our heroes! Costumes are encouraged, as are food donations.Register to Volunteer
Adult Swim Festival on the GreenOpen Daily5th Avenue Landing and Convention Way, 600 Convention Way San Diego, CA 92101Join us in San Diego for an Adult Swim Festival weekend full of music, people, and moreFree to register If not registered, FIRST COME FIRST SERVED ENTRY
Quantum Leap HQOpen DailyNear Baja Rick’sSave the universe… and your favorite shows… through this unique activation experience.Book a time slot
5th Annual Comic Con Pub Crawl4PMTaste and Thirst, 715 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101Calling all Zombies, Super Heroes, Anime Characters and the like. Join us as we parade thru the Gaslamp strutting our costumes enjoying laughs and drinks with our friends in a fun atmosphere.$10-$17 Eventbrite
BLAH BLAH BLAH w/Katee Sackhoff LIVE!4PMAmerican Comedy Company, 818 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101This is Katee’s brand new podcast w/special secret surprise guest LIVE!Tickets $39.99
National Geographic Comic-Con lounge5-8PMMargaritaville, 435 6th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101Join us at the annual National Geographic Comic-Con lounge to celebrate all things adventure!Register now, may open more later
Hollywood Babble-On @ Mooby’s San Diego!7PMTin Roof, 401 G Street, San Diego, CA 92101San Diego! It’s time to babble the F*** on!Eventbrite
Comic Con Speakeasy7PMCielo Rooftop Lounge, 701 Fifth Avenue #5th floor, San Diego, CA 92101Introducing Cielo Speak Easy Rooftop Lounge, where the magic of Tulum comes to life in the heart of San Diego! Free entry all night!Guest List (Free)
Legion M’s Defiant Launch Party7-10PMThe Berkeley Steamship at the Maritime Museum, 1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101Meet the all-star creative team, featuring award-winning graphic novel artists Nikolas Draper-Ivey and Ray-Anthony Height, while enjoying light food and drinks under the stars — all aboard an amazing STEAMSHIP!Tickets $50-$150 VIP
San Diego Comic-Con Howler Hangout7-10:30PMThe Tipsy Crow, 770 FIFTH AVE. – Corner of 5th & F in the Gaslamp Quarter, San DiegoCome join us at the fourth annual SDCC Howler Hangout 🐺 at the Tipsy Crow in the Gaslamp Quarter just blocks from the convention center.Facebook
Mandalore Vice7-11PMSan Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101Star Wars 501st bring their annual party! With fun, music, drinks and more!Tickets $65, email chelseamazur@gmail.com
Comic Con Themed Bar Crawl7:30PMAmerican Junkie 628 Fifth Avenue San Diego, CA 92101A bar crawl for our Comic Con fans. We want all heroes, villains, magicians, and warriors. Come join us as we get free Cover!$15-$25 Tickets
Kirby’s Dream Band, Eclectotron, Street Cleaner7:30PMSoda Bar, 3615 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 9210421+. Come and enjoy this amazing collection of bands!$18.94
Gaslamp Lumpia Factory Nightly Mixer8PM423 F Street, San Diego, California 92101, United StatesInfo | Nightly mixer for fans of LUMPIAFree
X-Men Hellfire Gala8-11PMParq Nightclub, 615 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101You are cordially invited to join Marvel and D23: The Official Disney Fan Club as we outfit the fiercest fashion and prepare for the powered-up party of the summer.$65-$155
#VeVeFam Comic-Con After Party8-11PMTavern+Bowl East Village, 930 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101Join the VeVe Fam and members of the team for some food, drink and bowling as we get together to swap stories, compare vaults and celebrate #CollectorsAtHeart!FREE (Register via Eventbrite)
Good Omens After Dark Experience9PMPrime After Dark House, 808 J Street, San DiegoImmerse yourselves in the world of Good Omens, and help find Archangel Gabriel!Register for free
Senpai Squad9PMMusic Box, 1337 India Street San Diego, CA 92101Senpai Squad, Matt Steffanina, Sriracha Man, Findtherabbit bring a great music experience to fans and friends$25 TicketWeb
Comic-Con Yacht Party10PM-2AMPoint Loma Sportfishing, 1403 Scott Street, San Diego, CA 92106Come aboard the Chere Amie this Comic-Con and enjoy tasty cocktails, a live DJ, and amazing views as we cruise around San Diego Bay!$39.95 – $275 Eventbrite
Rich’s Heroes & Villains Comic Con PartyTime TBDRich’s San DiegoThe ultimate strip club partyTickets & VIP
SUNDAYJULY 23———-———————–———————–———————–
Energize Lounge – A Star Trek Coffee Experience8AM-12PM332 J Street in the GaslampThis intimate Star Trek themed experience will give you a chance to relax, recharge and connect with fellow Trekkies.Free
Comic Con Brunch with Gaslamp Divas12PM-3PMCasablanca Lounge, 836 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101Wrap up Comic Con with brunch & a show by Gaslamp Divas at Casablanca Lounge on July 23rd!$10 Eventbrite
Paramount+’s The LoungeParamount+’s The Lodge12-10PMappy Does Bar, San DiegoJoin an immersive experience in a unique log cabin and discover the world of Paramount+. Explore sets from your favorite shows, like 1923, SpongeBob SquarePants, Star Trek, Yellowjackets, and moreTickets (Free) Standby Line for those without tickets
Quantum Leap HQOpen DailyNear Baja Rick’sSave the universe… and your favorite shows… through this unique activation experience.Book a time slot