Things to do in the Gaslamp Quarter: March 9-12

Lots of things to do for the whole family this weekend! Check out below to plan your visit in the Gaslamp Quarter!

Thursday, March 9:

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Ciro’s Pizzeria & Beerhouse

Be a Big – YPC Info Session at Ciro’s

Network with other young professionals, learn what it takes to become a Big Brother or Big Sister, and take the first step towards making a difference in the life of a child. Hear form a panel about the life-altering impact of mentoring.

Tickets are $15 advanced and $20 at the door. Ticket includes appetizers, pizza, and beer from Ciro’s Pizzeria & Beerhouse

When: Thursday, March 9 6:00PM – 8:00PM

Where: 536 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101

For more information, please visit: Ciro’s Pizzeria & Beerhouse

 

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Reebok FitHub San Diego

Reebok Ragnar Relay 101

Hello Runners!!
We’re excited to invite you to win an opportunity for you and 11 of your friends to run in the SOLD –OUT Reebok Ragnar Race SoCal. To enter the drawing, please visit Reebok Fithub San Diego – Gaslamp and complete an entry form (no purchase necessary). We will be hosting a “Ragnar 101” on Thursday, March 9th at 7PM for anyone interested in learning about Ragnar or those who are already signed up to run. All event attendees are welcome to enjoy 20% off of their purchase made on March 9th. We will also have refreshments and you can participate in an optional run!
Drawing for the winner will be held on March 10, 2017.
We look forward to seeing you. Good luck!!

When: Thursday, March 9 7:00PM – 9:00PM

Where: 440 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For more information, please visit: Reebok FitHub San Diego

 

Friday, March 10:

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Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House

Shady Ladies and Hop Heads

The Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House’s newest tour to hit the streets- and this time, the bars!- of the Gaslamp Quarter. Created in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the founding of New Town San Diego, now downtown, the combination historical tour and pub crawl explores the historic Gaslamp District.

Follow your guide back in time to hear about the Gaslamp Quarter back when it was called the “Stingaree” and was infamous for its teeming red-light district. Learn about the historic buildings and colorful characters that populated them— and perhaps even meet a few of them along the way! Enjoy a drink- or just a seat- at three historic bars that are original to the Gaslamp Quarter.

This is a 21+ tour.

When: Friday, March 10 5:00PM

Where: 410 Island Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For more information, please visit: Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House

 

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Vin de Syrah

Whiskey and Chocolate Tasting

Mark your calendars for our incredibly fun Whiskey and Chocolate Tasting featuring whiskey from around the globe! From 8-9pm Syrah shares the stage with Michelle Lomelin of Sweet Petite Confections to bring you this one of a kind tasting perfect for fans of sweets and spirits. Enjoy 4 whiskeys paired perfectly with 4 locally crafted chocolates specifically chosen to showcase true uniqueness in the chocolate world. Hosted in tandem by our in-house sommelier Brendan this is a tasting you won’t want to miss. Reservations are limited so email Jessie@syrahwineparlor.com to finalize your spot.

When: Friday, March 10 8:00PM – 9:00PM

Where: 901 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For more information, please visit: Vin de Syrah

 

Saturday, March 11:

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The Melting Pot – Gaslamp Quarter

Kids’ “Little Chef” Cooking Class

Parents, spend an afternoon at The Melting Pot cooking up some fun with your aspiring little chefs. The Little Chef Cooking Class is the perfect recipe for promoting artistic creativity among kids of all ages through a tasty hands-on experience. Kids will learn all about chocolate fondue while becoming skilled specialists in the art of dessert designing. Little chefs will also be given the appropriate attire to fondue like a pro. Take-home souvenir gear includes a kids’ size apron and chef’s hat.

The afternoon includes an interactive chocolate fondue cooking class. Kids and parents will get to make and eat their very own chocolate fondue creations! Everyone will learn to make: chocolate covered mice, celebration party marshmallows and The Melting Pot signature tuxedo covered strawberries.

In addition to the souvenir apron and chef’s hat, kids will also receive a box of Melting Pot signature chocolate wafers to take home, along with their new chocolate covered creations.

Cost: $19.95 per child and $15 per accompanying adult.

When: Saturday, March 11 1:00PM – 2:30PM

Where: 901 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For more information, please visit: The Melting Pot – Gaslamp Quarter

 

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Reebok FitHub San Diego

Free Boot Camp with Validus Elite Training

Treadmills get boring right? Take an intense Boot Camp class and have fun with friends with similar goals!

When: Saturday, March 11 8:30AM – 9:30AM

Where: 440 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For more information, please visit: Reebok FitHub San Diego

 

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Sparks Gallery

Exhibition: Li Huai / A Solo Show: You Fascinate Me!

Li Huai presents a varied array of work for her solo show You Fascinate Me!

Li Huai received her BA in fine arts at the Beijing Film Academy and her MFA in art at the California Institute of the Arts. She is on the faculty of the Visual Arts Department at the University of California, San Diego. Li Huai’s specialties include installation, painting, drawing, multi-media, and Chinese calligraphy. In thematic terms, her work deals with various issues related to East-West cultural interaction in an increasingly transnational age, including issues involving the Asian diaspora.

When:

  • OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, March 11, 2017 6:00PM – 9:00PM
  • Exhibition on view: March 11 – June 11, 2017

Where: 530 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For more information, please visit: Sparks Gallery

 

Sunday, March 12:

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The Brokers Building Gallery

Primavera

New exhibition, Primavera, on view at The Brokers Building Gallery March 12 – April 1!

When: Sunday, March 12

Where: 402 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101

For more information, please visit: The Brokers Building Gallery

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Horton Grand Theatre

Intrepid Theatre Company presents Exiled Voices: The Refugee Art Experience

Over the course of ten weeks, ten visual and performing artists will meet with ten refugee students at Crawford High School and will collaborate on artwork representing the refugee resettlement experience. These pieces of art will be displayed or performed in this free public performance for the community on March 12. Intrepid invites its neighbors in the Gaslamp to learn more about our refugee community and experience this creative event.

FREE Community Event.

When: Sunday, March 12 6:00PM

Where: 444 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

For more information, please visit: Intrepid Theatre Company presents Exiled Voices: The Refugee Art Experience

Sparks Gallery

Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House

Ciro's Pizzeria & Beerhouse

Reebok FitHub

Vin de Syrah

The Melting Pot

The Brokers Building Gallery

Horton Grand Theatre


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