April 24th, 2026: The French Market: 3rd Edition

Join us to celebrate the Sister City Agreement between Marseille and San Diego with French cuisine, art, and culture!

Celebrating International Collaboration! 🇫🇷🇺🇸

We are thrilled to announce the 3rd Edition of the French Market, a special event celebrating the Sister City agreement between Marseille and San Diego. This is a unique opportunity to connect with local Francophone entrepreneurs, artists, and cultural leaders.

Join us for a day of cultural exchange:

Date: April 24th, 2026

Time: 11 AM – 5 PM

Location: Downtown Plaza Central-1200 Third Ave San Diego, CA 92101

1-1:30 PM: Join us for the official ceremony marking this momentous partnership, featuring:

• Todd Gloria, Mayor of San Diego
• Adrien Frier, French Consul General
• Scott Peters, U.S. Representative
• Nikia Clarke, CSO at San Diego Regional EDC

Special thanks to our partners at the City of San Diego, San Diego Regional EDC, Consulat Général de France à Los Angeles, House of France, and Plaza Central for making this possible.

See You There!

French Food Vendors:

Le Beignet – Fresh, fluffy beignets dusted to perfection

Erlene's Family Style Cuisine – Warm, home-cooked French comfort food

Bonjour Patisserie – A delightful assortment of classic French pastries

The Raclette Stand – Rich, melted raclette cheese specialties

La Belle Plume – Beautifully curated selection of teas, bread, and mouth-watering canelés

Fromagerie & Cie – A selection of artisanal cheeses to savor

Tweetie’s Donuts – A variety of irresistible donuts with a sweet twist

Frenchy’s Hideout – Modern takes on French cuisine

La Creperie – Sweet and savory crepes made fresh on-site

French Goods Vendors:

Frenchly Made – Thoughtfully curated French-inspired goods and lifestyle items that bring a touch of France into everyday living

Maison Duquesne – Elegant, French-inspired perfumes and fragrances

Vanina Joulin-Batejat – Author showcasing her written works

Linoy Boutique – Beautiful candles and home fragrance pieces designed to create warm, inviting atmospheres

Française Shop – A curated collection of French lifestyle goods, gifts, and charming everyday essentials

Elle Jauffret – Author presenting her published books and literary creations

Peggy Hinaekian – A designer boutique collection featuring unique art and stunning jewelry pieces

Organizations:

San Diego International Sister City Association – Building meaningful relationships between San Diego and cities around the world through cultural and economic exchange

San Diego World Affairs Council – Promoting global dialogue and international awareness through events, discussions, and educational programs

Elles Collective – Empowering women through networking, mentorship, and a strong French-American professional community

San Diego Regional EDC – Driving regional economic growth and international business connections, including global trade initiatives through the World Trade Center

UNA-USA San Diego – Advancing global engagement and diplomacy through advocacy, education, and community initiatives aligned with the United Nations

San Diego French American School – A leading bilingual school fostering academic excellence and cross-cultural understanding from an early age

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