Escondido Downtown Business Association

Galleries and art studios offer original works of art and energetic receptions.

Welcome to Downtown Escondido!

Our charming historic downtown boasts excellent restaurants, unique shops and frequent events.
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What's Happening in Escondido
Check out these upcoming events:

American Heritage Car Show

Escondido History Center The Toyota of Escondido American Heritage Car Show features hundreds of fabulous cars on the lawn in Grape Day Park. This annual event includes a pancake breadfast, vendors, a DJ, raffle and tours of the Escondido History Museum. Spectators free. Vehicle entry fee. Information 760-743-8207 ehc@escondidohistory.org

Iris Gill's Universe: Celebrating Her Art and Life

Iris Gill's Universe Featuring the Art of Iris Gill (1970 - 2012) Celebrating Her Art and Life June 5 - June 9, 2012 Reception: Saturday, June 9 from 6-10pm ArtHatch and Distinction Gallery present a new show in memory of the American Expressionistic artist, Iris Gill, entitled "Iris Gill's Universe". A portion of the proceeds will benefit Hospice. The Reception will be held on Saturday, June 9, 2012 from 6-10pm with complimentary Wine and Stone Brewery Beer for guests 21 of age or older. Iris Gill, a La Jolla, CA born artist, exhibits an expressionistic approach to art, inspired by her own emotions, explorations and challenges through her life. Her prolific paintings, drawings and sculptures are notable for powerful expressions, understanding and compassion. Her art has been exhibited in North America, Australia and New Zealand. This is a Memorial Exhibition celebrating her art and life. The exhibition will run from June 5 - June 9, 2012 ArtHatch is a 7000 square foot building which houses the front gallery: exhibitions changing monthly, "The Alley," featuring new and previous works from over 75 artists, the teen room featuring artwork by 6 local teens, 14 artist studios, ranging in size from 150 to 800 square feet, featuring the work of over 28 local artists, and "The Lounge", containing 8 walls featuring local artists. The front gallery features contemporary and cutting edge artwork. A variety of art books, prints, and collectors dolls are now available as well as an in house art supply store. ArtHatch & Distinction Gallery 317 East Grand Avenue Escondido, CA 92025 (760) 781-5779 http://distinctionart.com http://arthatch.org

Escondido Downtown Business Association , 262 E.Grand Ave Suite E, Escondido, CA 92025

Hometown Heroes Banners
Honor someone you know!
8-foot banners will hang on light poles Downtown Escondido in honor of our servicemen and women

Help our community
pay tribute to soldiers
from Escondido who
served or are serving
our Country in a branch
of the military.

The cost for each
banner is $200

Sponsor
or call
760-740-0658

Facade & Property Improvement Program (FPIP)

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GET IN SYNC WITH ESCONDIDO!
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Your SYNC card also gives you $40 worth of immediate goodies including a
Escondido City Magazine subscription and free goodies at several downtown businesses.
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BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION ONLINE ENROLLMENT
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