Tag: Old Town San Diego
Celebrate San Diego’s 255th Birthday at the Whaley House
At 1 p.m., Tuesday, July 16, the historic Whaley House in Old Town San Diego will be the site of a celebration honoring San Diego’s 255th birthday. Located at 2476 San Diego Avenue in Old Town, the Whaley House invites all residents and visitors to join in the festivities. There will be free cake and […]
Celebrate An Old Fashioned Fourth of July at State Historic Park
California State Parks invites you to step back in time and celebrate an old fashioned Fourth of July at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, located at 4002 Wallace Street. This family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity to experience Independence Day as early San Diego residents did in the 1800s, with a day full […]
Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce Announces Construction of New Gateway Sign
The Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the commencement of construction for a new gateway sign, a landmark project designed to welcome visitors and celebrate the rich history of Old Town San Diego. This project represents a significant enhancement to the area’s cultural and historical landscape, aiming to attract more […]
Old Town San Diego Celebrates Antonio Garra Day
The Pala Band of Mission Indians and the First San Diego Courthouse Museum are proud to announce the 2024 Antonio Garra Day, a commemorative event honoring the life and legacy of a true Native American patriot, Antonio Garra. This special celebration will take place on Saturday, March 16, 2024, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Old Town San Diego […]
Annual Celebration and Folk Art Event Bazaar del Mundo in Old Town San Diego
The vibrant spirit of Latin America will come alive at the Bazaar del Mundo in Old Town as artists from south of the border gather to showcase an extraordinary collection of authentic folk art at the Latin American Festival and Mata Ortiz Pottery Market from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, August 4 through 10 […]
Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce Holds Meeting with Governmental Agencies
This past month, the Old Town San Diego Safe and Clean Committee, that has representation by members of the Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce, held a meeting which was extremely well attended. Representatives from numerous governmental agencies, including the City and County Parks and Recreation Departments, the San Diego Police Department, the Mayor’s […]
Popular Mezcal Bar and Kitchen Relaunches Weekend Brunch
Just in time for summer, mezcal bar and kitchen Tahona in Old Town, located at 2414 San Diego Avenue, announces the return of its Oaxaca-inspired brunch service, beginning Sunday, June 12 and available thereafter each Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Notably, this marks the first time Tahona’s once-popular brunch will be served since early 2020 – and now, […]
San Diego Superior Court at the Whaley House
From 1868 to 1871, the Whaley House in Old Town San Diego served as the courthouse and seat of San Diego. The County of San Diego rented the courthouse for $65 per month until the highly contested move to “new town” in downtown San Diego. On Tuesday, May 17, 2022, Presiding Judge Richard S. Whitney […]
A New Historic Park Opens in Old Town San Diego
This past October, the Grand Opening of Iipay ~ Tipai Kumeyaay Mut Niihepok -Land of the First People took place in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Located at the corner of Taylor Street and Juan Street, the 2.5 acre historic site is dedicated to the First People, the Kumeyaay. It celebrates twenty years […]
Cinco de Mayo Returns to Old Town San Diego With a Vibrant Mercado and Food Experience
Grab your family and head to historic Old Town San Diego to spice up your weekend for the Free Fiesta Old Town Mercado – a Cinco de Mayo artisan market and dining extravaganza! After 37 years of fiery fun plus one dynamic virtual party in 2020, Fiesta Old Town will bring back the fuego as […]
