Portuguese Historical Center

05/29/2026

Padres Portguese Heritage Night!

Portuguese Heritage Night returns to Petco Park on Monday, August 10 when the Padres host the Milwaukee Brewers. Get your theme game tickets that come with a ticket to the game and a Portuguese themed Padres hat.

Buy your tickets at www.upses.com/featured-events

05/29/2026

World Cup Viewing Parties at U.P.S.E.S.

Join the Portuguese community as we gather to cheer on Portugal during the World Cup!

The Portuguese Historical Center will be on-site selling Portuguese memorabilia, and U.P.S.E.S. will be serving a Portuguese breakfast and Portuguese mimosas during the viewing parties on:

June 17, 2026
June 23, 2026
On June 27, 2026, U.P.S.E.S. will be serving Beef à Portuguesa.

Come enjoy great food, community, and support Portugal together!

RSVP in advance to confirm your spot at upses.com/events

05/21/2026

Join us for Festa Sunday at the Portuguese Historical Center and stop by for coffee and sweets before the day’s festivities. We’ll have morning coffee and baked goods available and the PHC open throughout the weekend.

Festa Weekend Hours:

Friday, May 22
PHC Open: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Saturday, May 23
PHC Open: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Sunday, May 24 – Festa Day
Morning Coffee & Baked Goods: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
PHC Open: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
We hope to see you throughout Festa Weekend.

05/21/2026

Join us Festa weekend at the Portuguese Historical Center. Stop by throughout the weekend and celebrate with us on Festa Day with morning coffee and baked goods! We look forward to welcoming everyone May 22–24.

05/20/2026

Join us for the next installment of our Continuing Symposium Series as we explore the rich history, culture, and stories of Faial, Azores with presenter and board member Rick Freitas.

Sunday, June 14, 2026 @ 12:30 PM

St. Agnes School
1140 Evergreen St, San Diego, CA 92106
(Located behind the church in the school building)

Light Portuguese refreshments will be provided.

Suggested $15 donation at the door via cash or Venmo.

We hope to see you there for an afternoon celebrating Azorean heritage and history!

05/20/2026

Tunaville t-shirts will be available for purchase during Festa Weekend at the Portuguese Historical Center. Stop by to pick one up!

Festa Weekend Hours:

Friday, May 22
PHC Open: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Saturday, May 23
PHC Open: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Sunday, May 24 – Festa Day
PHC Open: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Morning coffee & baked goods available: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

05/18/2026

05/06/2026

The Portuguese Market will be taking a short break for maintenance on May 9 & 10. They look forward to welcoming you back on Monday, May 11 from 10am–5pm. Thank you for your continued support!

05/05/2026

We’re seeking a motivated Archival Intern to assist with our collections and research. Flexible schedule, meaningful experience, and a chance to make a difference. Apply: [email protected]