Spend Veterans Day at Liberty Station: A Perfect Blend of History and Fun

With Veterans Day at Liberty Station approaching, discover a living tribute to our military heritage in a place transformed from a 1923 Naval Training Center into the vibrant heart of our city’s arts and culture scene.

Veterans Day

History Meets Modern Day Fun

While the naval heritage runs deep through Liberty Station’s bones, today it’s buzzing with energy from over 30 restaurants, art galleries, and museums. The best part? Most of the good stuff, including access to historic buildings and open spaces, won’t cost you a dime.

Adventures for Everyone

Whether you’re chasing kids through 48 acres of grassy parkland, hunting for your next favorite dish at Liberty Public Market, or paddle boarding along the waterfront, there’s something here for every crew member.

History buffs can dive into the past with the “A Walk Back Through Time” self-guided audio tour, while the little ones might prefer music classes or waterfront yoga.

Military Heritage Come to Life

Want to experience what life was like for naval recruits? Check out the Life of an NTC Recruit exhibit at the Dick Laud NTC Command Center—it’s a fascinating glimpse into the 12-week journey from civilian to sailor.

Don’t miss the USS Recruit exhibit either; this landlocked training vessel has some pretty amazing stories to tell.

See you there!

Plan your Veterans Day at Liberty Station, located at 2640 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego. Most attractions are open daily. For more information about attractions and events, visit the website here.

See you there, San Diego!

Share This Post
The Latest
Nothing sounds more like the holidays than Karen Carpenter singing “Merry Christmas, Darling.” The Carpenters Songbook: At Christmas brings that sound back to the stage...
Celebrate Christmas with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and their swinging holiday hits
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy brings its Wild and Swingin’ Holiday Party to the historic Balboa Theatre downtown. It’s one night of swing, jazz, and Christmas...
Doggie Street Festival
The Doggie Street Festival San Diego brings together rescue groups, vendors, and pet lovers for a delightful day of fun.
Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village
Ho Ho Ho! Little Italy is kicking off the holiday season with its annual Tree Lighting & Christmas Village. The neighborhood turns into a winter...
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Lions Tigers & Bears with rescued big cats
What does Thanksgiving look like for a rescued tiger or bear? You can find out at Lions Tigers & Bears, where the sanctuary’s annual Turkey...
Ocean Beach Makers Market
Experience the Ocean Beach Makers Market, where local makers showcase one-of-a-kind creations in a vibrant outdoor setting.
Recently Featured Restaurants
If you’ve spent any time in the Cedros Design District, you know there’s always been a gap between the galleries and Belly Up. Chef James...
Pamela Peraza and Erik Hobbie have been selling sourdough at the Little Italy Mercato for a while now, and if you’ve crossed paths with their...
goop kitchen del mar
Yes, that goop. Gwyneth Paltrow’s brand just opened its first-ever dine-in restaurant at One Paseo in Del Mar, and it’s a 92-seat space she personally...
City Tacos has been a San Diego staple since 2014. What Gerry Torres is building next makes it look like a warm-up. El Punto at...
Zuma has spent nearly 25 years taking over the world – Hong Kong, Istanbul, Rome, Miami, Madrid, and more. Now they’re open in San Diego,...
Doug and Lara Hamm spent years traveling through the French Riviera, Greek Isles, and Amalfi Coast. By The Sea is what happened when they decided...