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SideBar isn’t a “pop in for a drink” kind of night. It’s a full vibe—boutique and intimate, with a lounge-to-dance-floor layout that lets you start polished and end loud. The brand leans into that luxury-with-a-sharp-edge identity: curated cocktails on the lounge side, a club side built around lighting, sound, and DJ-forward energy, plus VIP service that keeps your group in the center of the room.
It’s positioned right in Gaslamp Quarter, and SideBar makes planning straightforward with the essentials spelled out: 536 Market Street, Wednesday–Saturday; Wednesday/Thursday 8:30 p.m.–2 a.m. and Friday/Saturday 7:30 p.m.–2 a.m. The dress code is upscale and fashionable—no hats, shorts, sandals, or athletic wear—so you can dress like you actually meant to go out.
If you’re going with a crew, SideBar’s table service is designed to feel like a true upgrade (priority entry, dedicated service, and premium seating, including options right beside the DJ).
Lineup at a glance
SideBar’s weekly rhythm is dialed in for March 25–28, 2026—Industry Wednesday (8:30 p.m.), House Party Thursday (8:30 p.m.), and weekend nights at 7:30 p.m.
Confirmed artists (as provided):
- Wed, March 25 — Mixtape Massey
- Thu, March 26 — TBD
- Fri, March 27 — DJ Kaos
- Sat, March 28 — KnowpaSlaps
Wednesday with Mixtape Massey
Industry Wednesday is where SideBar feels especially local—service-industry and nightlife regulars, a social crowd, and energy that builds early. Mixtape Massey fits that lane because he’s versatile without feeling scattered. His background includes event work across clubs, parties, and weddings, and he’s a United States Navy veteran—two details that show up in the way he runs a room: organized pacing, confident transitions, and a set that stays cohesive even as he shifts genres.
His sound is open-format with a wide palette—funk/soul, house, reggaeton, 2000s hip-hop and R&B, pop, and alternative—so he can match SideBar’s “start sleek, end wild” trajectory without forcing it. A fun detail for the fans who like to follow DJs beyond the venue: he dropped a SoundCloud mix for The Roster Radio on Pitbull’s Globalization, and the track description calls out that it was hosted by Kaos—so this week’s lineup has a real “connected universe” feeling to it.
Thursday’s TBD headliner
House Party Thursday is SideBar’s built-in wildcard. Discotech’s listing frames it as a weekly reset with “fresh DJ lineups,” curated drink menus, and “backyard party energy, downtown style,” with doors at 8:30 p.m.—exactly the kind of night that rewards showing up early and letting the room heat up around you.
The headliner is still TBD, and SideBar has historically leaned into surprise bookings—specifically calling out mystery headliners and encouraging people to watch its social channels for announcements. If you want to catch the update the moment it drops, SideBar’s Instagram is the fastest way to track what’s next.
Friday with DJ Kaos
Friday is when SideBar gets razor-focused: the crowd is dressed, the room is busy, and the DJ needs to hit hard without losing the luxury pacing. Kaos’ background lines up with that job description. His official bio emphasizes a San Diego-to-national trajectory and a long-running, professional club career with an energetic, open-format style.
On the media side, he’s tied to SiriusXM through on-air work—his bio notes he became a weekly host on Globalization in 2018—and he’s connected to Pitbull through touring, including being listed as one of the DJs on the “I Feel Good” U.S. Tour. On the club side, his bios highlight bookings across major markets and venues (including SideBar itself) and describe his reputation for custom edits/bootlegs and high-level performance consistency.
If you like to follow the momentum online as well as in the room, his Instagram profile shows a sizable following and regularly posts DJ/radio content and branding tied to San Diego nightlife.
Saturday with KnowpaSlaps
Saturday is the closer, and KnowpaSlaps brings a different kind of flex: deeply musical taste, edit culture, and a party brand that feels curated rather than generic. He’s based in San Francisco and, according to his booking bio, is a DJ/producer known for inventive live sets and remixes.
His headline platform is R&B and RIBS—a day-party concept that pairs R&B-focused DJ sets with chef-driven food culture. Both the booking bio and live recordings describe the format (guest DJs, R&B-leaning sets, and chefs cooking), and his bio notes a professional kitchen background that feeds into his attention to detail. He’s also shown up on tangible lineups beyond his own party brand—for example, Drake’s Brewing listed him as part of an R&B & Ribs day party lineup at Drake’s: The Barn.
Genre-wise, he’s not boxed into one lane. His SoundCloud catalog includes a “Diplo’s Revolution Radio” mix (featuring Diplo) and a recorded opening set at 1015 Folsom for Breakbot—clear receipts that he can move between R&B, house, and club-ready edits without losing the throughline. He’s also active with NU NOIZE, billed as a house/disco-leaning DJ duo and dance party with shows at Madrone Art Bar.
This is why he reads as a strong SideBar Saturday: polished, high-tempo, and social—built for a room where luxury is part of the look, but the music still has to snap.
Elevate Your Night – VIP Access & Experiences
- At SideBar, we’re all about luxurious experiences. From skipping the line to bottle service in your own private booth, here’s how to upgrade your night:
- Guestlist & Tickets: Get free entry before 10 PM with a Guestlist RSVP. After 10 PM, admission is $20 for general admission or $30 for VIP skip-the-line access.
- Reserve Tables: Party in style with our VIP Bottle Services, featuring premium liquor, mixers, private booth, and dedicated service.
- Private Events: Book the entire venue (4,000 sq. ft. + outdoor patio) for up to 350 guests. With LED screens, a top-tier DJ booth, and full-service options, we’ll bring your event vision to life.