| Event / Participants | Winston’s Ocean Beach 2026 | Event Date | Year-round 2026; listed shows Aug 1-Sep 12 |
| Event Location | Winston’s Beach Club | Start Time | Event times vary; live bands often begin at 9:00 PM. |
| Address | 1921 Bacon St, San Diego, CA 92107 | Gate / Check-in | Venue is 21+; cover and advance tickets vary by show. |
| Phone | (619) 222-6822 | Official Link | Official Winston’s event calendar |
The Winston’s Ocean Beach events 2026 schedule brings soul, rock, jam bands, tribute acts, reggae-influenced music and local San Diego performers to one of Ocean Beach’s longstanding live music venues.
The events covered here run from The Memphis Soul Revue of San Diego on Saturday, August 1, 2026, through The Innocent Bystanders on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
The schedule includes GreenRoom and Weasel Dust, Helix Moon, Huck n’ Pray with Lazy Otter, Jerry Joseph, SeeTrees, Broken Hearts, Llama: A Tribute to Phish, Joint Souls with Mothafunka and multiple performances by Electric Waste Band, Winston’s longtime Monday-night Grateful Dead tribute residency.
Winstons Beach Club is located at 1921 Bacon St., San Diego, CA 92107, one block from the beach in Ocean Beach. The venue has a legal capacity of 220 people and is restricted to guests age 21 and older.
Use the schedule below to compare exact dates, show times and the type of performance before heading to Ocean Beach.
Winston’s Ocean Beach Event Schedule 2026
August Events at Winston’s
| Date | Event | Show Time | What to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, August 1, 2026 | The Memphis Soul Revue of San Diego | 4:00 PM | A 10-piece soul group performing music inspired by artists including Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, James Brown, Stevie Wonder and other classic soul performers. |
| Sunday, August 2, 2026 | GreenRoom and Weasel Dust | 4:00 PM | Sunday afternoon live music featuring GreenRoom and Weasel Dust. |
| Monday, August 3, 2026 | Electric Waste Band | 8:00 PM | Winston’s longtime Monday-night Grateful Dead tribute residency, built around improvisation and a catalog of more than 150 Grateful Dead songs. |
| Thursday, August 6, 2026 | Helix Moon & Tha Pact | 9:00 PM | Helix Moon is joined by Tha Pact for a Thursday night performance. |
| Friday, August 7, 2026 | Huck n’ Pray with Lazy Otter | 7:00 PM | Psychedelic and surf-influenced rock from Huck n’ Pray with Lazy Otter. |
| Sunday, August 9, 2026 | Jerry Joseph | 4:00 PM | Sunday afternoon performance from singer-songwriter and guitarist Jerry Joseph. |
| Monday, August 10, 2026 | Electric Waste Band | 8:00 PM | Another Monday installment of Winston’s long-running Grateful Dead-focused residency. |
| Sunday, August 16, 2026 | SeeTrees + Song & Salt + Rosy Dawn & Oversoul | 4:00 PM | SeeTrees is joined by Song & Salt and Rosy Dawn & Oversoul. No cover is currently listed for the show. |
| Monday, August 17, 2026 | Electric Waste Band | 8:00 PM | Weekly jam-focused residency celebrating the music and improvisational spirit of the Grateful Dead. |
| Friday, August 21, 2026 | Broken Hearts: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Tribute | 7:00 PM | Touring Tom Petty tribute featuring musicians recreating the live sound of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers. Current pricing is $15 presale and $20 day of show. |
| Monday, August 24, 2026 | Electric Waste Band | 8:00 PM | Monday-night Electric Waste Band performance. |
| Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | Tuesday Open Jam | 8:00 PM | A curated open jam hosted by Alan Goodman and Republic of Ocean Beach. Free admission is currently listed. |
| Thursday, August 27, 2026 | Llama: A Tribute to Phish | 9:00 PM | Phish tribute performance. This is the current Winston’s calendar date, replacing the August 26 date shown on the existing ConcertsEvents page. |
| Monday, August 31, 2026 | Electric Waste Band | 8:00 PM | Final August Monday performance by the long-running Winston’s residency. |
The August dates and times above reflect Winston’s current calendar. The venue currently lists The Memphis Soul Revue at 4 PM, GreenRoom and Weasel Dust at 4 PM, Electric Waste Band at 8 PM on Mondays, Helix Moon & Tha Pact at 9 PM, Huck n’ Pray with Lazy Otter at 7 PM and Jerry Joseph at 4 PM.
SeeTrees performs on Sunday, August 16 at 4 PM with Song & Salt and Rosy Dawn & Oversoul, while Broken Hearts performs Friday, August 21 at 7 PM. Tuesday Open Jam follows August 25 at 8 PM, and Llama: A Tribute to Phish is currently scheduled for Thursday, August 27 at 9 PM.
September Events at Winston’s
| Date | Event | Show Time | What to Know |
| Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | Joint Souls with Mothafunka | 9:00 PM | A Tuesday night pairing of Joint Souls and Mothafunka at Winston’s. |
| Saturday, September 12, 2026 | The Innocent Bystanders | 4:00 PM | Saturday afternoon live music from The Innocent Bystanders. |
Both September performances appear on Winston’s 2026 calendar, with Joint Souls and Mothafunka scheduled for Tuesday, September 8 at 9 PM and The Innocent Bystanders scheduled for Saturday, September 12 at 4 PM.
What Kind of Venue Is Winston’s Ocean Beach?
Winstons Beach Club has been part of the Ocean Beach music scene since 1986 and specializes in intimate live performances rather than large theater or arena productions.
Its programming spans rock, reggae, jam bands, alternative music, hip-hop, EDM, bluegrass, Americana, soul, punk, experimental music and comedy. The venue has hosted both local musicians and touring acts, including artists such as Slightly Stoopid, Steel Pulse, KRS-One, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Greensky Bluegrass and The Skatalites.
With a legal capacity of 220, the experience is considerably more intimate than seeing a concert at Petco Park, The Rady Shell or another large San Diego venue.
For visitors, that means tickets, cover charges and space inside can matter more on popular nights.
Electric Waste Band at Winston’s
One name appears repeatedly on the August schedule: Electric Waste Band.
The group has played a long-running Monday-night residency at Winston’s and focuses on the music of the Grateful Dead. Their repertoire includes more than 150 Grateful Dead songs, with improvisation forming an important part of each performance.
The ConcertsEvents schedule includes Electric Waste Band on:
- Monday, August 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM
- Monday, August 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM
- Monday, August 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM
- Monday, August 24, 2026 at 8:00 PM
- Monday, August 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM
For visitors looking specifically for jam-band music in Ocean Beach, the Monday residency is one of the most consistent options on the calendar.
Where Is Winston’s Ocean Beach?
Winstons Beach Club is located at: 1921 Bacon St. San Diego, CA 92107
Main phone: 619-222-6822
The venue is in the heart of Ocean Beach, between Sunset Cliffs Boulevard and Santa Monica Avenue and approximately one block from the beach.
That makes Winston’s easy to combine with dinner, drinks or time near the Ocean Beach waterfront before a show.
Winston’s Ocean Beach Tickets and Cover Charges
Ticketing at Winston’s works differently from larger San Diego concert venues.
Many performances sell admission at the door on the night of the show, while selected touring acts and larger events have advance online tickets. Winston’s does not operate a traditional in-house box office.
Cover charges vary by event. Some performances are free, while others have separate advance and day-of-show prices.
For example, Tuesday Open Jam on August 25 is currently free, while Broken Hearts on August 21 lists $15 presale and $20 day-of-show admission.
Winston’s also limits the number of tickets sold online for some events so that a portion of capacity remains available for walk-up customers. That does not mean admission is guaranteed, particularly for a popular show in a 220-person venue.
Check the individual event listing before leaving home to see whether advance tickets are offered.
Is Winston’s Ocean Beach 21+?
Yes. Winston’s is a 21-and-over venue.
Guests entering the venue must have valid identification showing that they are at least 21 years old. The venue lists a limited exception for contracted musicians who are 18 or older and performing as part of a booked act.
This means Winston’s is not an all-ages concert venue, even for afternoon performances such as Memphis Soul Revue, Jerry Joseph, SeeTrees or The Innocent Bystanders.
Bring a valid ID regardless of the time of day.
Parking Near Winston’s Ocean Beach
Winston’s does not operate a large dedicated concert parking lot.
Options include street parking around Ocean Beach and nearby paid parking lots behind and close to the venue.
Street spaces can become harder to find on busy evenings, weekends and beach days. Pay close attention to posted street-sweeping, time-limit and towing restrictions when parking in the surrounding neighborhood.
Because Winston’s is close to the beach and other Ocean Beach businesses, arriving earlier can make parking easier for popular Friday and weekend shows.
Rideshare is another practical option if you do not want to search for parking around Bacon Street.
Drinks at Winston’s
Winston’s operates as a full bar and live music club.
The drink selection includes local and regional craft beer, domestic and imported beer, cider, hard kombucha, canned cocktails, rotating frozen drinks, mocktails and non-alcoholic beer options.
Drink specials vary throughout the week, so check the current venue schedule rather than assuming the same happy-hour promotion applies every night.
Food availability can also depend on the event or weekly programming. Some special nights feature pizza or visiting food vendors, but visitors planning a full meal may find it easier to eat elsewhere in Ocean Beach before the show.
Can You Leave Winston’s and Come Back?
Re-entry is permitted, but you need to get a stamp from security before leaving.
Without the stamp, you may be required to pay the cover charge again when returning.
This is useful in Ocean Beach because the venue is surrounded by restaurants, bars and other businesses, but make sure the security staff marks you for re-entry before stepping outside.
What Can You Bring Into Winston’s?
Winston’s describes itself as a casual beach bar, so there is no formal dress requirement.
The venue does, however, prohibit items including:
- Backpacks
- Skateboards
- Chains
- Weapons
- Bandanas
- Gang-affiliated or offensive hate wear
Regular point-and-shoot cameras are generally permitted. Professional cameras, detachable-lens cameras and larger photography equipment require approval from the headlining artist or an appropriate photo pass. Individual bands may impose stricter camera policies.
Travelling light is the simplest option, especially given the venue’s intimate size.
Tips for Your First Show at Winston’s
Check the exact start time. Afternoon shows can begin as early as 4 PM, while many evening performances start between 7 PM and 9 PM.
Bring valid ID. Winston’s is 21+.
Check whether your show has advance tickets. Some events are sold primarily at the door.
Plan your parking. Use nearby street parking or paid lots and check all posted restrictions.
Do not assume every show has the same cover. Pricing changes by artist.
Arrive with minimal belongings. Backpacks are not permitted.
Ask for a stamp before leaving. You need it if you plan to re-enter.
Check the current calendar before travelling. Winston’s has frequent local bookings and its lineup can change or expand after an event is first announced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Winston’s Ocean Beach?
Winstons Beach Club is located at 1921 Bacon St., San Diego, CA 92107, approximately one block from the beach in Ocean Beach.
What events are listed for Winston’s Ocean Beach in August 2026?
The ConcertsEvents schedule includes The Memphis Soul Revue, GreenRoom and Weasel Dust, Electric Waste Band, Helix Moon, Huck n’ Pray with Lazy Otter, Jerry Joseph, SeeTrees, Broken Hearts, Tuesday Open Jam and Llama: A Tribute to Phish.
When is Broken Hearts at Winston’s?
Broken Hearts performs its Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers tribute on Friday, August 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Current admission is $15 presale or $20 on the day of the show.
When is the Phish tribute at Winston’s?
Llama: A Tribute to Phish is currently scheduled for Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 9:00 PM.
When is Electric Waste Band at Winston’s?
Electric Waste Band performs at 8:00 PM on Mondays, with ConcertsEvents dates including August 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2026.
When is Open Jam at Winston’s?
Tuesday Open Jam takes place on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM. The current event listing shows free admission.
Is Winston’s Ocean Beach 21+?
Yes. All regular guests must be at least 21 years old and have valid ID.
How big is Winston’s?
Winston’s has a legal capacity of 220 people, making it an intimate live music venue.
Is there parking at Winston’s?
There is street parking around Ocean Beach along with paid parking lots behind and near the venue.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
Many Winston’s events sell admission at the door. Selected touring performances also offer advance online tickets.
Plan Your Winston’s Ocean Beach Visit
The Winston’s Ocean Beach events 2026 schedule featured here runs from early August through September 12 and includes soul, jam music, rock, tribute performances and local San Diego acts.
August starts with The Memphis Soul Revue and GreenRoom and Weasel Dust, followed by Electric Waste Band’s recurring Monday residency, Helix Moon, Huck n’ Pray, Jerry Joseph, SeeTrees, Broken Hearts, Tuesday Open Jam and Llama: A Tribute to Phish.
September continues with Joint Souls and Mothafunka on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, followed by The Innocent Bystanders on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
Before heading to 1921 Bacon St., check the individual event listing for the latest ticket or cover information, bring valid 21+ identification and plan for street parking or a nearby paid lot.
Winstons 1921 Bacon Street, San Diego 92107 www.winstonsob.com
