Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

Join us at Old Town San Diego SHP for an Old-Fashioned 4th of July! Event Kick off is at 11:00 A.M., so don't be late!!

At 1:45 P.M., ages 8-12, 13- 17, & 18+ can participate in our annual watermelon eating contest! $5 registration available at the ticket booth. This contest is proudly sponsored by the Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce.

Check out the link in the bio to learn more about what to expect at this year’s Old-Fashioned 4th of July.

Make a new memory with CA State Parks this Fourth of July

It's almost Summer! Forget the June Gloom and spend a fun filled day at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Dates, times, and details for all programs can be found on the park's website. https://www.parks.ca.gov/Events/?page_id=663

🚶‍♀️Walking tours leave at 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. from the Robinson Rose Visitor Information Center! $10 for 13+ and $5 for youth 12 and under. Explore early San Diego with an expert park interpreter and get the inside scoop on the history of Old Town San Diego!

📖 Hidden History talks are back!! Stop by the Colorado House at 3 p.m. to enjoy a 15-minute talk from one our park interpreters. Visit the park website to see all program times under the news and events section! This month's subject: Charlie Parkhurst.

🐎The theme of June’s Junior Ranger program is "Life in the Pueblo"! Join park staff in visiting La Casa de Machado y Stewart to discover the vaquero lifestyle of early California to earn a Jr ranger badge. Sign up for free in the Robinson Rose Visitor Information Center. Program runs from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. most Saturdays.

🐦 The theme of June’s Little Ranger program is "Birds!" enjoy a storytime, sing fun songs, and make hands-on art to take home! Earn your Little Ranger stickers at the Mason Street Schoolhouse most Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.!

🌳 California State Parks Week is happening June 10th - 14th. Save the date and join Old Town San Diego SHP on Saturday, June 13th in playing 19th century games in the plaza. Nourish your wellbeing by playing collaborative and competitive lawn games from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. First place and participant ribbons awarded to those who join in on the fun!

Join us in celebrating America 250 and California 175 at Old Town San Diego SHP for an Old-Fashioned Fourth of July! Kick off starts on Saturday, July 4th @ 11:00 A.M. with our annual flag raising ceremony.

Make sure to stick around to participate in 19th century pastimes in the plaza! Challenge family and friends of all ages to wheelbarrow races, tug of war, sack races and other competitive lawn games!

To learn what other fun activities we have planned, visit the linktree in the bio or search https://www.parks.ca.gov/oldtownfourth

Make a new memory with California State Parks this Fourth of July!

Come play outside at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park with 19th century games in the plaza!

On Saturday June 13, 2026, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. challenge family and friends of all ages to wheelbarrow races, tug of war, sack races and other competitive lawn games for the chance to earn a first place or participation ribbon. Don’t forget to relax and enjoy a collaborative game of graces or try your hand at old fashioned hoop and stick!

Make the decision to nourish your health and well-being this summer and make a new memory at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. These free games will be available in the Plaza de Armas throughout the day with no reservations required.

When you see the flag flying the San Diego Union is open!

Step inside the pages of history in Old Town’s first wooden building

Stop by for one of our Walking History Tours to learn more about Old Town’s San Diego SHP’s rich history!

Check in at the Robinson & Rose Visitor Center to sign up for tours!

Get ready to dig into the past! 🌿🌻

Join us for "Rooted in History," an exciting Earth Day celebration designed just for kids and families. We’re heading to the center of La Plaza de Armas at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park for a morning of hands-on discovery and outdoor fun.

From planting seeds to discovering the pollinators that shaped our local history, there’s something for every young explorer to enjoy!

🗓️ Event Details:
When: Saturday, April 18th | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where: Old Town San Diego SHP (Center of La Plaza de Armas)

Who: Perfect for kids ages 3–12

✨ What’s Happening:
🎨 Hands-on Art: Create paper flowers and clothespin butterflies.

📖 Storytime at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

🌱 Planting for Pollinators starting at 11 a.m.

🛡️ Junior Rangers at 12 p.m. perfect for children ages 7–12.

Admission is free, and no RSVP is required—just drop in throughout the morning! Don't forget your sunscreen and water for a beautiful day in the plaza.

Let’s celebrate Earth Day by honoring the nature that keeps our history alive. See you there! 🦋✨

April is National Volunteer Month! This , celebrate BOOT (Boosters of Old Town), our incredible, hardworking, and talented volunteer organization! Stop by their booth during holidays and events like Día de Los Mu***os, Las Posadas, Independence Day, and Fiestas Patrias. BOOT makes Old Town San Diego State Historic Park amazing.

Don’t be fooled, it’s almost April! This month is Earth Month, and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is proud to host Rooted in History, an Earth Month event for youth.

🌳 Rooted in History is happening on Saturday, April 18th! Join the park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn about the native plants and pollinators that make Old Town San Diego the amazing place it is!

🌿 The theme of April’s Junior Ranger program is "History of the Kumeyaay"! Explore the Iipay ~ Tipai Kumeyaay Mut Niihepok Land of the First People Exhibit and learn about Kumeyaay culture to earn a Jr ranger Badge. Sign up for free in the Robinson Rose Visitor Information Center. Program runs from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday.

🌍 The theme of the April’s Little Ranger program is Caring for the Earth! Read books, sing fun songs, and make craft to take home! Earn your Little Ranger badge at the Mason Street Schoolhouse every Saturday at 10:30 a.m.!

📖 Hidden History talks are back!! Stop by the Colorado House at 3 p.m. to enjoy a 15-minute talk from one our park interpreters. Visit the park website to see all program times under the news and events section! This month's subject: Californio Women!

🚶‍♀️Walking tours leave at 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. from the Robinson Rose Visitor Information Center! $10 for 12+ and $5 for youth 11 and under. Explore early San Diego with an expert park interpreter and get the inside scoop on the history of Old Town San Diego!