The Observatory North Park

$$Open until 4:00 PM

668 reviews

+1 (619) 239-8836

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2891 University Ave

San Diego, CA 92104

Open until 4:00 PM

+1 (619) 239-8836

http://www.observatorysd.com

The Observatory North Park is a beautifully restored concert hall and event venue for live music and more in the heart of North Park, San Diego. Located in the thriving community of on University Ave, the theatre is a multi-faceted event destination with the ability to host everything from major touring acts to fully-catered corporate events. The theatre will accommodate 1,100 in its newly designed, tiered open-floor configuration and can also be scaled down to a seated configuration of 550 comfortable seats. Sightlines in the venue are superb from any spot on the new tiered floor. The venue is equipped with new state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems specifically designed to fit the room's needs. Full-service bars are available in the lobby areas of the theatre for all events

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Reviews

3.0668 reviews

Yvette S.

2/25/2025

I frequent this venue often to see my favorite bands and artists. They do host big names and local acts. The venue is very spacious inside, great sound system, different bar areas and places to...

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Rebecca G.

5/15/2025

Beware the 6$ water I understand that music venue serve expensive drinks. But after buying a few drinks and spending nearly $100, my husband and I went back to the bar. He ordered a drink and I...

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Brad B.

2/20/2025

Whoa, whoa, whoa... my last review was in 2017?! Let me fix that. The good news is not too much has changed with the venue itself. The bad news is that, well, there really is no bad news seeing...

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Bob D.

5/16/2025

We saw "They Might Be Giants" at The Observatory and had a great time. We really like this venue as it's not huge and there aren't long lines at the bar or restrooms. Sound system is good and...

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Christina L.

4/24/2025

I have been here more than a hand full of times. Definitely a local spot. Note: this is not a seating type venue. I will say that I do love the set up for where the bands play. There's a lot of...

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