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District 3 – Central San Diego

The Cultural Heart of San Diego

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A collection of some of San Diego's trendiest neighborhoods make up this district, each filled with a unique vibe of their own, including the iconic Balboa Park, one of the country's largest urban cultural parks.

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Save 20% on an Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Amazing Scavenger Hunts by Urban Adventure Quest
Valid: Jan 30, 2025 - ongoing

Turn San Diego's Old Town or Balboa Park into a giant game board with this fun Scavenger Hunt Adventure. Combine the excitement of the Amazing Race with a three-hour city tour. Guided from any smart...

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Humane Society Upgrade Package

Hotel Indigo - San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Valid: Apr 22, 2024 - ongoing

Upgrade your stay when you upgrade the life of an animal in need. 10 USD per night will donated on your behalf when you book this package. As a thank you for your donation you will receive a 10 USD...

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Greystone The Steakhouse
Valid: Jan 10 - ongoing

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Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival

May 16 - May 18, 2025

A highly-anticipated 7+ stage, 80+ bands, 3-day music, culinary and arts festival will descend upon the stunning waterfront of downtown San Diego all along the Embarcadero. The festival offers diverse...

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WICKED

Broadway San Diego
Feb 11 - Mar 2, 2025

WICKED, the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green...

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2025 Gaslamp Mardi Gras | Feb 28, Mar 1 + Mar 4

Gaslamp Event Management (GEM) - Club VIP SD - Downtown Dolls
Feb 28, 2025

💜 Welcome to the Official San Diego Mardi Gras Celebration presented in assocation with the San Diego Tourism Authority and the Top 30 bars, nightclubs and restaurants in the famous Gaslamp...

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