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Expanding minds & forging connection at the corner of Park & Market in Downtown San Diego
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UC San Diego Park & Market
Park & Market brings UC San Diego downtown—in a glorious new state of the art building in East Village. Here, experts, community leaders, artists, entrepreneurs, and visionaries will mingle and confer—welcoming you into the mix.
Every culture. Every age. No barriers to learning. A new home where worlds collide, minds meld, collaborations thrive, and our civic DNA is expressed—in full measure.
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A Platform And Playground - For Ideas, Art, & Intellect.
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Participate In Thought-Provoking Courses & Programs
One of our core values revolves around education and problem solving. With three classrooms and a computer lab, Park & Market creates an atmosphere centered around the growth of knowledge. As an extension of UC San Diego, we offer dozens of courses and programs to encourage the public to learn new skills and work alongside others.
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ABOUT THE SPACE
Designed To Foster Connections & Inspire Thought
No ivy. No tower. Park & Market is not a university extension in the traditional sense. Instead, the resources of a world-class public university are being made truly public—in a stunning space. Making it easier to connect and collaborate.
Connection
Catalyst
Commitment
Connection
UC San Diego Park & Market brings people together who might not otherwise have crossed paths. These connections are multidisciplinary, boundary spanning, connecting art and science, culture and technology, civic engagement and lifelong learning, and much more. Park & Market provides new ways of seeing and doing things, and at the core, sustainable solutions to real-world problems such as public health, housing insecurity, and economic inequality.
Catalyst
Let UC San Diego Park & Market instigate your bold new ideas and collaborations. Advance enterprise, science, civility, innovation, minority businesses, and more. Encounter culture, art, music, theatre, and food from the San Diego & Baja region.
Commitment
21st century thinking drives this new model of inclusive education. Our aim? To promote equity and a sustainable workforce and economy for our region. UC San Diego has assembled partners and programming, all to cultivate respectful, open dialogue and transformative action.
Unprecedented & Pivotal
A center established to stimulate connectivity, artistry, & community solutions
Iconic Glass Building
An architectural masterpiece spanning an entire city block, designed to welcome people of all backgrounds to its versatile spaces.
Outdoor Amphitheater
A unique outdoor space to enjoy presentations and performances al fresco in celebration of our region’s temperate atmosphere.
Guggenheim Theatre
Catch a concert, play, or lecture in the Guggenheim Theatre, which features unique configuration options and capacity for up to 200.
Digital Gym Cinema
Explore the world of media arts and enjoy private film screenings with Park & Market anchor partner Digital Gym Cinema.
Conference Rooms
Park & Market’s versatile meeting spaces make for a distinctive conference experience and are great for groups of all sizes.
Classrooms &
Computer Lab
Welcoming spaces for unlimited learning opportunities, no matter your age, background, or experience.
Civic Collaboratory
A place for great minds from different regions and walks of life to come together to dream up new ideas and experiment.
Multiple Gallery Spaces
Ever-changing, vibrant exhibits from regional and national artists to stimulate the senses.
Advanced Audio-Visual Capabilities
High-speed internet and sophisticated video, sound, and lighting systems for extraordinary multimedia experiences.
Balcony Stage With Pocket Theater Seating
San Diego’s only balcony stage where speakers, artists, and musicians perform in front of hundreds of audience members seated just below.
Dance & Wellness Room
Relax and recharge with any of Park & Market’s wellness offerings, including yoga & meditation, dance, and fitness classes.
Cafe & Bistro
Refuel at Bella Vista Caffé, an extension of UC San Diego’s campus cafe, which features a dynamic menu of snacks and drinks.
PARK & MARKET PARTNERS
Embracing The Community Around Us To Create A Collaborative Atmosphere
UC San Diego is excited and committed to make Park & Market the nerve center of intellectual, cultural, and economic growth—for our city and bi-national region. Our community partners will have unprecedented access to resources and opportunities, all in one place. It’s a magnet for futurists, artists, innovators, entrepreneurs, scientists, lifelong learners, and change makers.
Park & Market Partners
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Engage With Others In Your Community
Hosting a single event? Want ongoing use of a venue? With more than 55 configurations, Park & Market provides the ultimate flexibility to accommodate your group — in a modern, multidimensional space. Reach out & learn more about events customized to your needs.
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Explore A Unique Array Of Venues
Ready to spark connections at Park & Market? Explore our different settings and venues, all of which bring their own experiences and a passion for creativity and community engagement. Learn how to tailor the space to enjoy your next event, right here.
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