Julian is a historic gold mining town located approximately an hour east of San Diego. Famous for its beloved apple pies,
Whether you’re making a day trip or coming for an extended getaway, there is so much to do in Julian,
and we’ve put together some of our favorite ways to experience the town below:
Julian Dark Sky Network
The Julian Dark Sky Network is an organization whose mission is to preserve the dark skies of Julian, CA. Julian is part of the 1% of the U.S. that can still see the Milky Way. Its distance from the urban glow of San Diego’s skies and the surrounding mountains help with the sky quality. Visit JulianDarkSkyNetwork.com for more information on Julian’s many dark sky events throughout the year.
Julian Events Calendar
Every year Julian hosts a myriad of fun-filled activities, some with traditions dating back for a hundred years and others that reflect the distinctive four seasons and their natural beauty. Check out VisitJulian.com for a list of popular events scheduled throughout the year.
Julian Arts Guild
Throughout the years, the Julian Arts Guild has grown into a non-profit organization with three annual art shows, workshops, demonstrations, an artist studio tour, and speakers at monthly meetings. The Julian Arts Guild is made up of a diverse group of artists working in varied mediums, as well as literary writers and authors, and a choral group. For more information, please go to JulianArtsGuild.org.