The San Diego Gas Lamp District, also called the Gaslamp Quarter, is a popular 21+ hangout in downtown San Diego, California. The Gas Lamp Quarter offers dining, night clubs, events and parties, including Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday, ShamROCK, Taste of Gaslamp, and the San Diego Film Festival.
Last updated March 1 2012 - San Diego Gaslamp District
Celebrate Mardi Gras Carnival in the Gaslamp Quarter in block party style, at this 21 and up ticketed event. Enjoy the outdoor parade, great food and drinks and lots of Mardi Gras beads.
When is the 2012 Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday? Tuesday February 21, 2012.
Celebrate St. Patricks day in San Diego with the best outdoor party, on the green streets of the Gaslamp district. Live Irish rock bands, fun DJs, clubs and bars and green beer. Tickets required and 21 and older only. (619) 233–5008.
When is the 2012 St. Patricks Day celebration? Saturday March 17, 2012.
Get your tickets to the San Diego Film Festival (SDFF), rated one of the best regional film fest. Over 75 films to see and time to mingle with film professionals and Hollywood celebrities. The film festival includes parties, panels and previews of Documentaries, Short Films, Features and Music Videos.
When is the 2011 San Diego Film Festival? 5 Days, Wednesday September 28 - Sunday October 2 2011
Passes go on sale August 8 and individual tickets September 21. This is one of the popular San Diego Gaslamp Quarter events that is for all ages, although some parties are ages 21 and up only.
Driving Directions to San Diego Gas Lamp District -
From the south: Take Interstate 5 north in downtown San Diego CA, take the 6th Ave. exit. Go left (south) on 6th Ave. In 9 blocks cross Broadway and enter the San Diego Gas Lamp District.
From the north: Take Interstate 5 south past the San Diego airport toward downtown. Exit at Front St. Civic Center exit. Continue along Front Street for 12 blocks to Market St. and turn Left. 5th and Market is the heart of the Gaslamp quarter.
Public Transportation to Gaslamp District San Diego Calif. -
Trolley - Ride the Orange Line to the Gaslamp Quarter Station at the south end of Fifth Avenue or get off at the 5th Avenue Station and walk one block south on C Street. The SD trolley runs from the Mexican border, South Bay, East County, Old Town and Mission Valley.
Bus - Buses take a variety of routes. For maps and timetables for bus and trolley, see San Diego Transit System.
Coaster Train - From the north coastal areas and SD spots along the train route, take the Coaster train to the Santa Fe Depot, and walk about 1/2 mile to the San Diego Gas Lamp Quarter. Note: Coaster trains have limited service on weekends and holidays, so be sure to check the current schedule.
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