Email: info@somasandiego.com
Show Hotline:
(619) 226-7662
Address:
3350 Sports Arena Blvd. Suite I
San Diego, CA 92110

Questions

  • Where can I buy tickets?
  • What's the parking situation?
  • LUNATIKS - SOMA Online Ticketing?
  • Ticket Refunds
  • When do doors open for a show?
  • Band Playing at SOMA
  • What shouldn't I bring to a show?
  • SOLD OUT?
  • What are the specifications of the new SOMA?
  • Moshing@SOMA?
  • I want to play at SOMA, what do I need to know?
  • Where do we send in our band's demo/presskit?
  • How do I open for a national touring act?
  • How do I get my band in the list of bands?
  • Where can I see pictures of SOMA?
  • Personal injury disclaimer
  • Sposorship/Advertising: info
  • Are the SOMA facilities available for rental?
  • Answers

    Where can I buy tickets?

    SOMA BOX OFFICE (No Service Fees): Tues-Thurs. 5:30 - 7:30 Fri/Sat 4-11pm
    ONLINE: www.lunatiks.com - Print your tickets at Home! Online tickets will not be shipped. ID is required with ONLINE tickets upon entry to venue. NEW! As of June 1, 2004 a portion of your online tickets will benefit Homeless Teens of San Diego - STAND UP FOR KIDS - Thank you!
    House of Blues Shows are sold on Ticketmaster + Limited number available at SOMA's box office Online tickets will not be shipped.
    *Lost or stolen tickets of any kind must be reported to SOMA as soon as possible. We are not responsible for lost tickets but refund of stolen property will be issued upon presentation of police report and proof of credit card purchase. Please avoid any problems by keeping your tickets in a safe place. Tickets may be bought night of any show at SOMA box office providing ticket availability. It is recommended to purchase in advance to beat those crazy lines and show sell outs!

    Local shows on sidestage will be available night of show at SOMA box office or at the selected locations throughout San Diego.
    Any further information needed write us at:
    tickets@somasandiego.com

    What's the parking situation?

    Parking is Free! SOMA has been issued by the Sports Arena additional parking North Side of the venue - South End of Sports Arena lot. There is additional parking within the strip mall location on a first come first serve basis. There will be no drinking or use of drugs within SOMA secured parking zone. Those found to violate will be ejected from the premises. No loitering in parking lot will be tolerated. Proceed directly to the line.

    LUNATIKS - SOMA Online Ticketing?

    NOTE: June 1, 2004 - A portion of your online purchase will go to benefit Homeless Teens of San Diego - Stand Up For Kids.org
    LUNATIKS - SOMA TICKETS - Ticket inquiries, Tech Issues, Billing...
    tickets@somasandiego.com

    STEP ONE: shows page. Click the LUNATIKS button and go to the ticket purchase page. Or enter www.lunatiks.com in your search browser.

    STEP TWO: Fill in all the information on the page as it is all required. *NOTE: ID is required to match name on ticket - Enter persons name using ticket in the personal info. section if billing info. is different. Click the submit button (your card will not be charged at this point).

    STEP THREE: Review your information! Make sure you entered your billing information accurately as we verify all billing addresses.

    STEP FOUR: Click "Confirm". Your order will be processed at this time. You will be sent an email confirmation reciept. *If you have a PRINT ERROR - CONTACT:tickets@somasandiego.com Email your Full Name and Show you ordered and new tickets will be emailed.

    STEP FIVE: You will be automatically prompted to print this page.(*Some Browsers/setting vary) *If you have a PRINT ERROR - CONTACT:tickets@somasandiego.com Email your Full Name and Show you ordered and new tickets will be emailed.

    Printed tickets are your entry to the event - You DO NOT need to redeem anything.

    NOTE: ANY PROBLEMS DURING ORDER PROCESS/BILLING/PRINTING etc. QUESTIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO SOMA: tickets@somasandiego.com

    IMPORTANT: Internet speeds vary...Allow all ticket graphics to load COMPLETELY prior to hitting PRINT button.

    Thats it! You have ordered and printed your concert ticket. All online tickets have a unique code that will be verified with your ID at the door. Keep your ticket in a safe place - the box office reads your unique code ONCE. 99% of tickets are completed without problems BUT in the event you have one... DO NOT PANIC! SOMA will assist you promptly. EMAIL your issue.
    Write us at: tickets@somasandiego.com

    NOTE: SOMA will not accept scalped or name transferred tickets.

    Ticket Refunds

    Unless otherwise stated, (due to show cancellation), there are no refunds after purchase for Ticketmaster, Lunatiks or SOMA Box Office.

    When do doors open for a show?

    SOMA doors generally open @ 7:30PM. Opening acts will begin within the half hour. Telephone or email: info@somasandiego.com for information regarding door schedule for other events (daytime activities) not on regular nighttime schedule.

    Band Playing at SOMA

    Flyering must be done in legal locations. No telphone polls - city property, etc. You will be fined!

    What shouldn't I bring to a show?

    SOMA will not tolerate any exposed racist tattoos or symbols. SOMA will also not tolerate any gang clothing. SOMA security reserves the right to search those entering the venue. Do not bring large bags, any object that could be used as a weapon, alcohol, drugs, pen markers, knives, guns (toys or otherwise) sharp objects, bottles, cans, food or beverage, cameras, video recorders or audio recording devices. At the sole discretion of SOMA Security, items that are construed as a violation of the above, will be confiscated. Lets keep it simple and follow these important rules.

    SOLD OUT?

    SOLD OUT SHOWS are sold out. SOMA does not release tickets after shows are sold out. Purchase tickets in advance - sign our mailing list to get onsale dates and show release information.

    What are the specifications of the new SOMA?

    Click here to view SOMA's specs page.

    Moshing@SOMA?

    Moshing at SOMA is prohibited. Crowd surfing is prohibited. Violence of any kind is prohibited. You will be ejected from the venue. NO REFUNDS.

    I want to play at SOMA, what do I need to know?

    You must meet the following: Any age, ability to play 20 min of original set, must have cassette/cd of at least 3 songs, (quality not important! - just want to hear your epic potential) Send in your demo to the venue address listed above.

    In order to request a show at SOMA contact us at:
    booking@somasandiego.com

    DO NOT SEND US MP3 FILES! Any emails that get sent with MP3 files are automatically deleted from our mail server and we never see them or your message. Instead, simply send us links to the MP3 files. Sorry for the inconvenience.

    Where do we send in our band's demo/presskit?

    Send your demo/presskit to the venue address:
    3350 Sports Arena Blvd, Suite I
    San Diego, CA 92110

    How do I open for a national touring act?

    We will be following the old SOMA format...80-100 show up at your show in the side stage (Occupancy 500+) and you will get the opportunity for an opening slot when nationals come through. SOMA continues to maintain its focus in creating opportunity for local bands to get noticed. With SOMA's new hall being twice the size of the old SOMA there is tons of room for growth. SD bands will get priority booking in the side stage.

    How do I get my band in the list of bands?

    Go to the band list page and click on the "Submit Band" link. When you submit your information, you will be sent an email to the address you enter in order to validate that you have given us a valid e-mail. Click the link in the email and then wait for us to verify your information before we make it visible on the site.

    Where can I see pictures of SOMA?

    Venue pictures page, of course!

    Personal injury disclaimer

    Upon entry to SOMA San Diego you are assuming all risk of injury resulting from, or in connection to actions taken place within the venue. No employee or affiliated promoter, company or sponsor will be responsible for personal damage or injury within the venue at any time.

    Sposorship/Advertising: info

    SOMA is currently seeking like-minded sponsorship for production of concert tickets, single event and multi functional marketing tools that are at SOMA's disposal. Our majority audience is 13-24 years (49% male - 51% female).

    Those interested in communicating with SOMA regarding special event, web, radio, TV, band sponsorship or print forms of advertising/sponsorship please contact us via email at:
    sponsors@somasandiego.com

    Are the SOMA facilities available for rental?

    SOMA facilities are available upon request to any organization requiring space for legal function. For information please send us your date needs, specify intended usage and date requirements. The further advance notice we have the better we can accommodate your dates and entertainment requirements if booking through SOMA contacts. We will do our best to meet your needs. See our venue specs page to find more details regarding the size and accomodations we have available.
    (Note: If you are intending to produce a concert you must be a licensed promoter.)

    If you wish to host a private party or function at SOMA you may acquire a catering licensee for alcohol in the venue.

    Contact: venuerental@somasandiego.com

    If you are a non profit organization e-mail our Director of Community Services, ScottRaynor: community@somasandiego.com.