Events in Little Italy
MERCATO: LITTLE ITALY’S FARMERS’ MARKET
Date Street comes alive every Saturday, Rain or Shine, from 8:00am-2:00pm with fresh produce, organic produce, various meats, flowers, home accessories, gifts and more. Our farmers’ market models itself after several other successful City Markets from all over the world. So pack up the family and bring them down; sorry, animals are prohibited within the boundaries of Mercato. Thank you for understanding. Mangia Bene! |
Make your Reservations now to enjoy all of the great events that Little Italy has to offer 619-238-1755 To see all of the great events that San Diego has to offer. . CLICK HERE |
.
KETTNER NIGHTS IN LITTLE ITALY NORTH
Held the second Friday of every month from 6:00pm to 9:00pm; Kettner Nights in Little Italy North has become the place to be for the arts and design crowds. In Little Italy North; the art has as much flavor as the espresso or a tantalizing marinara. The Art and Design District of San Diego’s Little Italy was modeled after New York City’s trendy SoHo and Chelsea districts; offering art-lovers and design patrons diverse resources. Come explore this ever-growing distinctive neighborhood with a walk filled with art, design, antiques, food and cocktails on Kettner Boulevard and India Street from W. Grape to W. Laurel Streets. Valet parking is available on W. Kalmia Street between India Street & Kettner Boulevard (next to El Camino) for $7.00 a vehicle and operates from 6:00pm to 1:00am.
Held the second Friday of every month from 6:00pm to 9:00pm; Kettner Nights in Little Italy North has become the place to be for the arts and design crowds. In Little Italy North; the art has as much flavor as the espresso or a tantalizing marinara. The Art and Design District of San Diego’s Little Italy was modeled after New York City’s trendy SoHo and Chelsea districts; offering art-lovers and design patrons diverse resources. Come explore this ever-growing distinctive neighborhood with a walk filled with art, design, antiques, food and cocktails on Kettner Boulevard and India Street from W. Grape to W. Laurel Streets. Valet parking is available on W. Kalmia Street between India Street & Kettner Boulevard (next to El Camino) for $7.00 a vehicle and operates from 6:00pm to 1:00am.
Little Italy Carnevale
February 9, 2013- Saturday
The Little Italy Association is proud to bring a little taste of Italy to San Diego. Come and celebrate the 10th Annual Little Italy Carnevale, a fabulous, fun-filled event of Venetian mask, several vignettes of entertainment, shopping and dining. This event will be held on India Street between W. Cedar and W. Fir Streets from 5:00p.m. – 9:00p.m.
The Little Italy Association is proud to bring a little taste of Italy to San Diego. Come and celebrate the 10th Annual Little Italy Carnevale, a fabulous, fun-filled event of Venetian mask, several vignettes of entertainment, shopping and dining. This event will be held on India Street between W. Cedar and W. Fir Streets from 5:00p.m. – 9:00p.m.
Mission Federal Artwalk
April 27 & 28, 2013 - Saturday & Sunday
Mission Federal ArtWalk presents the San Diego/Tijuana region’s biggest art event for an audience of over 90,000. This free visual and performing art celebration is set along a scenic path through the charming neighborhood of Little Italy. It will be held on the side streets of India Street from 11:00am – 6:00p.m. both days. For more information visit, www.missionfederalartwalk.org
Mission Federal ArtWalk presents the San Diego/Tijuana region’s biggest art event for an audience of over 90,000. This free visual and performing art celebration is set along a scenic path through the charming neighborhood of Little Italy. It will be held on the side streets of India Street from 11:00am – 6:00p.m. both days. For more information visit, www.missionfederalartwalk.org
Taste of Little Italy
June 19, 2013 - Wednesday
Come to hip and historic Little Italy, where traditional Italian restaurants rub shoulders with eclectic eateries. Taste of Little Italy gives you an opportunity to discover the palette of dining possibilities as you enjoy samples offered by Little Italy’s restaurants. Appetizers, desserts and specialty beverages will be offered as you stroll through the district’s tree-lined streets. This event goes from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Visit www.tasteoflittleitalysd.com for more information.
Come to hip and historic Little Italy, where traditional Italian restaurants rub shoulders with eclectic eateries. Taste of Little Italy gives you an opportunity to discover the palette of dining possibilities as you enjoy samples offered by Little Italy’s restaurants. Appetizers, desserts and specialty beverages will be offered as you stroll through the district’s tree-lined streets. This event goes from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Visit www.tasteoflittleitalysd.com for more information.
Marine Band Summer Concert
August 3,2013 - Saturday
The Little Italy Association is proud to host the Marine Band San Diego for a Summer Concert on W. Date Street between India and Columbia Streets starting at 6:00pm. W. Date Street will come alive with service men and women performing some of America’s most beautiful and traditional music alongside their Jazz Band and Party Band. This is a concert not to miss. It is free and open to all ages.
The Little Italy Association is proud to host the Marine Band San Diego for a Summer Concert on W. Date Street between India and Columbia Streets starting at 6:00pm. W. Date Street will come alive with service men and women performing some of America’s most beautiful and traditional music alongside their Jazz Band and Party Band. This is a concert not to miss. It is free and open to all ages.
Little Italy Festa
October 13,2013 - Sunday
Little Italy Association is proud to make the Little Italy District come alive with the 19th Annual Little Italy FESTA! . Come and enjoy over 180 Italian Food & Crafter Booths, 3 stages of entertainment, Gesso Italiano (Italian Chalk): Little Italy’s Chalk Painting Event, a Stickball Tournament and a Beer & Wine Garden. Load up the family, friends & pets and come to the Largest Italian Festival on the West Coast. This event is held on India Street between Ash and Grape Streets from 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m. For more information, click here
Little Italy Association is proud to make the Little Italy District come alive with the 19th Annual Little Italy FESTA! . Come and enjoy over 180 Italian Food & Crafter Booths, 3 stages of entertainment, Gesso Italiano (Italian Chalk): Little Italy’s Chalk Painting Event, a Stickball Tournament and a Beer & Wine Garden. Load up the family, friends & pets and come to the Largest Italian Festival on the West Coast. This event is held on India Street between Ash and Grape Streets from 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m. For more information, click here
The Bulls of St. Agata Charge Little Italy
October 19, 2013 - Saturday
The Little Italy Association, Symbolic Motors, Lamborghini San Diego, and the Lamborghini Club of San Diego are proud to present an event that draws over 40 of Italy’s finest machinery to the heart of San Diego’s Little Italy. Come down with you camera and snap shots of some of the most beautiful cars on the planet from 6:00pm to 10:00pm on Date Street between India and Columbia Streets.
The Little Italy Association, Symbolic Motors, Lamborghini San Diego, and the Lamborghini Club of San Diego are proud to present an event that draws over 40 of Italy’s finest machinery to the heart of San Diego’s Little Italy. Come down with you camera and snap shots of some of the most beautiful cars on the planet from 6:00pm to 10:00pm on Date Street between India and Columbia Streets.
13th Annual Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village
December 7, 2013 - Saturday
The Little Italy Association is proud to present the kick-off to its annual holiday shopping, dining and pampering season with the annual Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village held at the Piazza Natale on the corner of India & W. Date Streets from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. Come one and all; family, friends and pets are welcome. Also we are expecting a surprise guest, Santa Claus, to arrive on San Diego Fire Engine #3 at 4:30pm. So join us for an evening of music, memories, free Italian cookies, cider & coffee, shopping and more! Don’t forget there will be vendors selling holiday gifts to get the season started off right.
The Little Italy Association is proud to present the kick-off to its annual holiday shopping, dining and pampering season with the annual Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village held at the Piazza Natale on the corner of India & W. Date Streets from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. Come one and all; family, friends and pets are welcome. Also we are expecting a surprise guest, Santa Claus, to arrive on San Diego Fire Engine #3 at 4:30pm. So join us for an evening of music, memories, free Italian cookies, cider & coffee, shopping and more! Don’t forget there will be vendors selling holiday gifts to get the season started off right.

