Taco fights, live music and football! How do you plan to spend your weekend in the Gaslamp Quarter? Thursday, February 2: Blind Burro Taco Fights 5 Who's ready for Taco Fights 5? The battle begins this Thursday, 2/2, as Chef Julian Peres of Knotty Barrel takes on Chef...
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Get to know the Frey Block Building! – Weekly 150 Factoid #4
Frey Block Building, 1911 The Frey Block Building contains a rich ethnic history. In its first few years, the Frey brothers from France operated a second-hand store here. The site later housed several Oriental restaurants. Near one entrance, one can find the tile...
Restaurant Spotlight: Royal India Gaslamp
Royal India – Gaslamp received the coveted Lamplighter award for “Best Indian Restaurant” in the Gaslamp Quarter. The Gaslamp Quarter Association staff went to the celebrated restaurant to deliver their award and try their delicious authentic Indian cuisine. The Royal...
Have Wheel Fun this Winter at Gaslamp Quarter’s The Bike Revolution!
Have Wheel Fun this winter, and take a trip on a bike around the Gaslamp Quarter and downtown. The Bike Revolution located at 522 sixth avenue is your one-stop shop for bike rentals downtown. Whether you are a new rider or loyal cycling enthusiast, guests have access...
Things to do in the Gaslamp Quarter: January 26-29
Finally back to sunny San Diego this weekend! What do you plan to do in the Gaslamp Quarter? Thursday, January 26: Analog Mixology Class Learn how to make 3 craft cocktails on January 26th at our Mixology class. Starting at 7PM, join us for an evening of experimenting...
#3 Historic 150th Anniversary Factoid!
#3- In 1891 President Benjamin Harrison made a speech at Horton Plaza, and was the first US President to visit the Gaslamp Quarter! On April 23rd, 1891, President Benjamin Harrison became the first incumbent US President to visit San Diego. After enjoying a meal at...
Behind the Scenes: Luxurious Presidential Suites of the Gaslamp Quarter!
The Gaslamp Quarter, over it's 150 year history has played host to 14 different US Presidents. Whether it has been Woodrow Wilson in 1918, to recently George W Bush, each have stayed in luxurious Presidential suites. Have you ever dreamed of staying in a gorgeous...
New Art for the New Year!
With a new year underway, the distinguished galleries in the Gaslamp Quarter have new exhibitions planned to inspire collectors and guests to find photographs, paintings, and sculpture by new and established artists. Fall in love with art that speaks to you, where the...
Things to do in the Gaslamp Quarter: January 19-22
Live music, delicious food and comedy shows! How are you spending your weekend in the Gaslamp? Thursday, January 19: San Diego Restaurant Week - Gaslamp Quarter San Diego Restaurant Week is January 15 – 22! It’s the perfect time to try out a new place in the Gaslamp...
Make a Winning Play! Watch the NFL Playoffs in the Gaslamp Quarter
Wishing you had a sideline view of the NFL playoffs? Not to worry! The Gaslamp Quarter offers the next best thing with many different bars and restaurants where you can catch the play off action, and then find your spot for super bowl Sunday! Florent Florent has their...
San Diego Restaurant Week – Gaslamp Quarter
San Diego Restaurant Week is January 15 - 22! It's the perfect time to try out a new place in the Gaslamp Quarter or just another reason to dine out at your favorite restaurant! Check out below for the participating restaurants located in the Gaslamp Quarter! Featured...
Things to do in the Gaslamp Quarter: January 5-8
Happy 2017! Check out below for great ways to spend the first weekend of 2017 in the Gaslamp Quarter! Thursday, January 5: Blue Jeans and Bikinis - Gaslamp Winter Sale Huge winter blow out sale! Everything BOGO 50% Off only excluding handmade jewelry by San Diego...
Great Walking Tours in the Gaslamp Quarter!
The Gaslamp Quarter prides in our rich 150 years of history. Why not take a walk through our historic district and participate in one of the following great tours! Learn about the 92 beautiful Victorian buildings, hear the great stories of the past, and see why we are...
Beatles Cartoon Pop Art Show featuring animator Ron Campbell
December 9th – 11th RON CAMPBELL, BEATLES YELLOW SUBMARINE ANIMATOR & BEATLES SATURDAY MORNING TV CARTOON SERIES DIRECTOR TO APPEAR LIVE, PAINTING, EXHIBITING & TALKING CARTOONS AT MICHAEL J WOLF FINE ARTS, 363 FlFTH AVENUE, STE. 102, SAN DIEGO THE LEGENDARY...
Toast of Gaslamp Shopping Deals!
Raise your glasses! It’s time to toast the holidays with the Toast of the Gaslamp, offering delicious cocktail samples and scrumptious bites from 20 of the top Gaslamp Quarter restaurants as well as shopping deals at 10 Gaslamp retailers. On Saturday, December 10,...
#shopsmall Saturday, November 26!
On Saturday, November 26th, visit the Gaslamp Quarter and join us in supporting America’s small business and entrepreneur community by participating in ‘Small Business Saturday’ encouraging American consumers to ‘shop small’! Small Business Saturday plays a key role...
Things to do in the Gaslamp Quarter: Thanksgiving Special
Everything prepared for Thanksgiving?! Take the stress out of Holiday cooking and enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving feast in the Gaslamp Quarter! Asti Ristorante Wine & Dine at Asti this Holiday Season! Wine & Dine with us at Asti this Thanksgiving! Asti will be...
In the Spotlight! GSO PRODUCTIONS
The 22nd Annual 2016 RMD Group Lamplighter Awards presented by The San Diego Union Tribune and Pacific Magazine celebrated the best of the Gaslamp Quarter! These awards are so meaningful because winners are selected by fellow Gaslamp Quarter businesses. The event this...