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About Del Mar Arena

Del Mar Arena is a versatile, indoor multi-use venue located on the Del Mar Fairgrounds at 2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar, CA 92014. While The Sound opened in 2023 inside the Surfside Center on the Fairgrounds’ east side, Del Mar Arena continues to host a wide range of events—from the San Diego County Fair and horse shows to mid-sized concerts and special events. We’ve got you covered with seating configurations, parking details, transit options, and nearby hotels and dining to help you plan your trip with ease.

Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly fair experience, a mid-size concert, or a sporting event, Del Mar Arena is a dependable option. Think of us as your connection to straightforward, reliable ticket access and practical venue information.

Venue details and nearby amenities are designed to help you secure your seats without fuss. For the latest event specifics, always confirm the venue page or the official event listing. If you’re planning a stay, our recommended hotels and restaurants are chosen to balance convenience with value, making your visit to Del Mar as smooth as possible.

Note: The Sound is a separate 1,900-capacity concert space opened in 2023 within the Surfside Center on the Fairgrounds’ east side, and is distinct from Del Mar Arena. For mid-sized concerts, you may encounter both spaces depending on the event.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar, CA 92014.
  • Venue type: multi-use indoor arena on the Del Mar Fairgrounds; The Sound (a separate 1,900-capacity concert space) opened in 2023 within the Surfside Center on the Fairgrounds' east side.
  • Seating capacity: Del Mar Arena commonly cited as 3,500 seats (historic baseline), with various sources noting ranges up to about 7,000 for certain configurations; The Sound seats ~1,900 (about 800 seated when fully configured).
  • Parking: On-site parking available; typical rates listed as General $10 and Preferred $30 for events/fairs.
  • Transit: Closest rail access is the Solana Beach Coaster/Amtrak; on race days there is a Del Mar Racetrack shuttle; event-specific transit details vary.
  • Nearby hotels: Hilton San Diego/Del Mar (0.3 miles); Del Mar Motel on the Beach; L'Auberge Del Mar; Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach; others nearby.
  • Notable events hosted: San Diego County Fair, Del Mar National Horse Show, San Diego Sockers indoor soccer (2009–2012), Toyota Summer Concert Series, and mid-sized concerts at The Sound (e.g., Ziggy Marley, Jason Mraz).
  • Renaming/demolished: The Sound opened in 2023 as a branded new venue inside the fairgrounds; Del Mar Arena itself remains in use for other events and is distinct from The Sound.