Construction Updates

Construction is wrapping up along Grand Avenue! Crews finished concrete work on sidewalks between Broadway and Maple and are now adding the final touches to joints and applying sealants. Over the next week, crews will also finish asphalt and striping work on the road. 

Crews have finished planting along Grand Avenue and are adding a decorative layer of rock mulch to the green areas. Additionally, crews will continue installing decorative fencing from Kalmia to Maple and expect to finish in early May. All streets along Grand Avenue are expected to open next week! Crews finished decorative sandblasting around the tree wells and are now focused on the designs around the Broadway roundabout. We appreciate your patience as we wrap up these exciting new additions! 

Traffic Reminders: While construction is still ongoing, please be aware that through traffic is closed from Kalmia to Maple and at the Broadway intersection along Grand Avenue. There are alternative routes available at Valley Parkway and 2nd Avenue. Please remain aware of all traffic signage and construction efforts. While most pedestrian barricades have been removed, please be aware of closed areas and stay on designated walkways. 

The Grand Finale of Art Month!

It's the final week of Escondido's Arts, Culture & Creativity Month! Celebrate by exploring downtown and supporting the local businesses that inspire our community's creative spirit! 

Be sure to check out the last events, sponsored by the Public Art Commission, for some free fun! Get your hands dirty with CoLab Craft's Earth Day inspired Garden Upcycle workshop this Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at their 143 W. Grand Avenue studio. Or dive into your creative side with CoLab Craft's Decorative Shell Bowl workshop on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. To reserve your spot and explore more activities, visit the City's website at https://visitescondido.com/calendar/ 

While you explore all that Downtown Escondido has to offer, we invite you to use the online parking map for convenient parking options. Please be aware of traffic control and designated walkways during your downtown adventure!

Construction Details

The Grand Avenue Vision Project is all about preserving Escondido’s historic small-town look and feel while infusing new energy and vibrancy into the heart of Escondido. This exciting initiative aims to transform Grand Avenue into a welcoming and pedestrian-friendly corridor and boost the economic vitality of our downtown area. 

Construction Hours and Details 

Construction will take place Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. During construction, Grand Avenue will be closed to through traffic. However, pedestrian access will remain open to all businesses.  

Free parking is available throughout the duration of the project and can be found using the interactive parking map. Please be sure to observe all traffic control signs and do not move traffic cones or barriers. To help protect public safety, please remain on the designated pedestrian walkways.

Questions and Project Information 

Have any questions or comments? We have created several resources that will be updated regularly to ensure construction impacts are readily accessible.

• City’s website: https://www.escondido.gov/300/Grand-Avenue-Vision-Project
• Project hotline: 760-839-4822
• Project email: grandavenueproject@escondido.gov