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Free State Historic Park Walking Tours – Feb 2023

Explore Old Town San Diego State Historic Park with an expert during this hour-long guided tour. This family-friendly ½ mile tour will explore the community that shaped …

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February is Museum Month in San Diego

San Diego Museum Month is an annual event that takes place in February where more than 60 museums, historic sites, gardens, zoo/aquariums and other attractions …

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Santos Café at Old Town Market

Santos Café serves as a welcome respite for visitors coming off tour busses in busy Old Town San Diego. The café offers a variety of …

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Old Town San Diego Celebrates the Mormon Battalion with Successful Parade & Event

The Annual Mormon Battalion Parade & Community event, which took place on Saturday, January 28, 2023 in Old Town San Diego, was a resounding success. …

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Last Week to Try the Alambre Taco at Café Coyote!

Café Coyote, a beloved Mexican restaurant in Old Town San Diego, is proud to announce its taco of the month for January: the Alambre. This …

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Don’t Miss the Mormon Battalion Annual Commemoration

The Annual Mormon Battalion Parade & Community event is taking place on Saturday, January 28, 2023 in Old Town San Diego, and it’s an event …

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Barrio Donas Pop-Up Shop

Barrio Donas is excited to announce the arrival of a Mexican donut pop-up shop, offering premium, handmade donuts on Saturdays and Sundays. These delicious treats …

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McConaughy House

Featuring decorative Eastlake brackets, a low-pitched roof and a bay window, this house was built in 1887 by John McConaughy. Born in 1809, he came …

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Celebrate Spicy Margarita Week at Freds!

Spicy Margarita Week is a time to celebrate one of the most beloved and versatile cocktails in the world. This annual event, which typically takes …

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Shop Local Artisans at the Harney Street Market

The Harney Street Market is a vibrant and unique destination for shoppers in Old Town San Diego. Located on Harney Street between San Diego Avenue …

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The San Diego Union Building

This prefabricated wood-frame structure probably arrived from the East Coast by ship in 1851. The building was reassembled in Old Town San Diego. In 1868, …

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Table-Side Mezcal Flights at Tahona

If you’re a fan of Mezcal, you won’t want to miss the Mezcal tastings at Tahona in Old Town San Diego. These tastings offer the …

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El Huracán Live at the Cygnet Theatre

An epic hurricane threatens Miami. A mother and daughter ready themselves for the storm as Abuela takes shelter in a world of memory, music, and …

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2023 Mormon Battalion Parade

The Old Town San Diego community is excited to announce the annual Mormon Battalion Parade and Community Event, taking place on Saturday, January 28, 2023 …

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Captain Fitch’s Mercantile Closes After 44 Years

It was a sad day for the Old Town San Diego community when it was announced that the beloved local business, “Captain Fitch’s Mercantile,” would …

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Find Unique Souvenirs at Mi Casa Es Mi Casa

If you’re looking for unique Mexican crafts and souvenirs, “Mi Casa Es Mi Casa” is the place to go. Located in the heart of San …

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Racine & Laramie Hosts CLE/Eiroa/Asylum Cigars Special Event

Are you a fan of cigars? Do you appreciate the art and craft of cigar making and smoking? If so, we invite you to join …

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Honest Thrift Studio: Boutique Finds at Thrift Shop Prices

Honest Thrift Studio is a popular thrift shop located in the heart of San Diego. The shop offers a wide range of gently-used clothing, plants, …

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Free Admission for Locals on Old Town Trolley Tours in January 2023

San Diegans can ring in the new year with a free ride on Old Town Trolley Tours during locals month in January. The offer begins …

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History Selects: A Grave Concern

Originally published in Journal of the California Missions Foundation. Written by Paul G. Chace Introduction Father Junipero Serra’s heart carried a grave concern, a personal …

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