🎈 Block party Kickoff 🎈
Join us for a vibrant summer evening on the block as three local venues come together to host the Kettner Block Party—a celebration of community, creativity, and connection. From 4–8 PM, enjoy live music, artisan crepes, from Crepelicious SD and Kettner & G — great crepe shops on our block — and the bold, eclectic flavors of Lion Share Restaurant. Discover the unique goods and services offered right here on Kettner, mingle with neighbors, and enter to win exciting prizes. Let’s build business awareness and neighborhood camaraderie—one unforgettable evening at a time.
Some Info:
• Businesses: Kettner & G, The Lion Share restaurant, Crepelicious SD, ASCENDtials (Marina District Business Association).
• Hosting small businesses and farmers, with music, live performances, raffles, and more to entertain, and fun activities on this block and beyond, in Downtown.
• Combining our East Village Farmers’ market at this location, and recruiting vendors of all sorts to participate.
Anticipated Event Timeline:
2:00 PM – Set up event
4:00 PM – Event launch time
8:00 PM – Event dismantle
8:30 PM – Event end
join us for our new sector of community engagement!
Vision
We are activating the Marina District–starting with the Kettner Boulevard corridor as a vibrant hub for local business, cultural celebration, and inclusive economic growth.
Our goal is to establish a Business Improvement District (BID) that reflects the unique character of our community while providing sustained support for merchants, artisans, and entrepreneurs.
Early Momentum
To build visibility and community engagement, we’ve launched two anchor initiatives:
- Marina District Farmers Market: A weekly showcase of local produce, BIPOC-owned food vendors, and youth entrepreneurs, promoting food equity and neighborhood vitality.
- Kettner Block Party Series: A seasonal event featuring live music, local makers, wellness activities, and family-friendly programming—designed to foster connection and drive foot traffic.
These activations have already sparked renewed interest in the corridor and demonstrated the potential for coordinated district-wide programming.
MDBA (MAD) Objectives
- Beautification & Infrastructure: Streetscape improvements, signage, lighting, and public art to enhance the pedestrian experience.
- Marketing & Promotion: Collaborative campaigns to elevate local businesses and attract visitors.
- Business Support & Advocacy: Technical assistance, permitting guidance, and representation at the City level.
- Youth & Vendor Empowerment: Pathways for students and emerging entrepreneurs to launch and grow businesses within the district.
Participate with us
✉️ Contact
Email pressing inquiries to info@ascendtials.org
Otherwise, fill out our form below and we’ll contact you shortly!
