07/10/2026
🌈 Navigating Hillcrest During Pride Week (July 11–19)
Expect heavy traffic congestion, strict no-parking zones, and major street closures throughout Hillcrest as we celebrate San Diego Pride. Street closures roll out heavily starting Friday, July 18, through the big parade on Saturday, July 19.
Because Bluestocking Books is located at 3817 Fifth Avenue—just blocks from the parade path—driving and parking nearby will be nearly impossible. We highly encourage you to utilize alternative transit to pick up your book orders:
Free Pride Shuttle: Park your vehicle for free at the Old Naval Hospital parking lots (Park Blvd. & Presidents Way). Hop on the free San Diego Pride Shuttle which drops off at Essex and Vermont Street, just a short walk to the shop.
Public Transit (MTS): Ride the MTS Trolley to a nearby station and catch a bus into Hillcrest. Please note that bus routes 1, 3, 10, 11, and 120 will utilize detours on Saturday, July 19. Check the MTS Alerts Page for updated stops.
Bikes & Scooters: Beat the traffic entirely by using two wheels. A dedicated bike and scooter corral will be hosted nearby at Balboa Drive and El Prado.
Ride Share: Avoid parking hassles by booking a rideshare service, though you should expect surge pricing and plan for drop-offs a few blocks away from the main closures.
Plan ahead, expect delays, and give yourself extra time to grab your summer reads! 📚
