What makes a place vibrant and lively? How can plans create opportunities for placemaking? How can planners help foster places of inclusion and belonging? Join us for a walking tour of the Convoy District, which is among the largest Pan-Asian business districts in the United States, as we set out to explore these questions. The walking tour will highlight the area’s various cultural assets and the stories of multiple generations who have shaped the community through their voices, flavors, and art. After the tour, stay for lunch at Common Theory where we’ll discuss how land use, mobility, and urban design strategies can support placemaking. Tickets: APA Member $40 | Students, Young/Emerging Planner (YEP), or Retired $30 | Non-APA Member $50

1.5 AICP CM Credits

Itinerary

·         11:15am – Check-in at Common Theory (4805 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111)

·         11:30am – Waking Tour

·         12:30pm – Lunch and Discussion at Common Theory

Please register using this link: https://www.apasandiego.com/tickets/p/2026convoytour 

**Advanced registration is required due to limited tour capacity. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

Speakers

·         Kathleen Dang | Community Builder, Educator, and Volunteer

·         Lauren Garces | Event Producer and Artist

·         Sue Peerson, FAICP | Senior Continuing Lecturer | UC San Diego Department of Urban Studies and Planning

·         Phuong Nguyen, PE | Senior Transportation Engineer | CR Associates