Get to know Fabulous Hillcrest
With a span of over a dozen blocks along University Avenue, the neighborhood has staked its claim of diversity with the 65 foot tall Hillcrest Pride Flag at Pride Plaza on one end of the rainbow, and its famed and historic Hillcrest sign on the other. The monumental rainbow flag on the east end serves as a community gathering point for celebrations, rallies, special events and also serves as the starting point for the nation's third largest LGBT Pride parade. Pride Plaza also hosts the Hillcrest Farmers Market, known as San Diego's largest and best farmers market. The market features over 175 vendors every Sunday - rain or shine - from 9am until 2pm. On the west end, the Hillcrest sign marks the heart of the community, an area filled with quaint shops, a monthly art walk, restaurants and thrilling bars- said to be the area where "Sunday Funday" was born.
Just south of Hillcrest sits Balboa Park, the largest urban cultural park in North America and a hub for recreation, arts and culture, and community gatherings. The park is home to 16 museums and performing arts venues, ornate Spanish-Renaissance architecture, 1,200 acres of beautiful gardens and the world-famous San Diego Zoo.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26TH | 5 PM - 11 PM
Get ready for the most spooktacular night of the year!
Hillcrest's infamous Halloween bash and costume showdown, Nightmare on Normal St., is back and better than ever! Mark your calendars and head to the Pride Flag Plaza at Normal and University from 5-11 pm for a night of non-stop entertainment. You'll be howling with laughter at the pet costume contest and taking in the best people-watching in all of San Diego. With outdoor bars and killer costumes, this is the one party you won't want to ghost!
Order your Hillcrest Mini Sign today!
Get your neighborhood Swag at the Fabulous Hillcrest Store!
The new Hillcrest Pride LED sign is in stock!!! Category 6 led has made given their mini Hillcrest Sign a glow-up! The new version of the sign features the Progress Pride Flag or unique rainbow letters. They’ll make a wonderful addition to your apartment or office! Order yours today and a portion of your purchase will go to maintain the real Hillcrest Sign.
Show your neighborhood pride by picking up a T shirt from the Fabulous Hillcrest online store! We have a terrific range of trendy T shirts celebrating the neighborhood and the Hillcrest Farmers Market. We also feature window clings, market bags, and you can even pick up a remnant of the Hillcrest Pride Flag that once flew on Hillcrest’s flag pole.
Shipping is available or you can stop by the Hillcrest Farmers Market and pick up your swag for free!
We are making parking in Hillcrest a breeze. Don't worry about finding parking. Our parking list gives you all the parking resources to save you time. Visit our partners at Access Hillcrest to learn more.
Hillcrest is known as an international cuisine dining destination. It offers some of the best restaurants in San Diego. Some have been featured on television and lifestyle magazines.
Fresh + Fabulous! Every Sunday, over 175 vendors bring fresh produce, seasonal fruits, gifts, arts, crafts, and flowers- all locally grown and produced. Our market also features live music and special events!
