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War Memorial Building

The War Memorial Building was designed by a group of San Diego’s most prominent architects in 1950 to honor those Americans who had participated in overseas conflicts. Rentable space in this building consists of main auditorium of approximately 3,150 square feet of wood dance floor and a stage, plus two smaller classrooms.

Floor plans for the various rooms are available.

Note:
Shared-use kitchen, tables (rectangular) and chairs include in rental as well as in-house public address system.

Maximum Capacity
Auditorium: 200 banquet-style 300 meeting
Classrooms: 75 meeting 48 banquet
All capacities dependent upon set-up style
Available Hours
Facility use hours are 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Food / Beverages
Food and beverage service may be brought in and kitchen facilities are available.
Restrooms
There are restrooms in the building.
Fee
Contact the Permit Center at (619) 235-1169 for fee information.
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Directions & Parking
The War Memorial Building is located at the north end of Balboa Park at Park Boulevard and Zoo Drive, across from Roosevelt Middle School. Take Hwy 163 South to Park Blvd Exit. Turn left at Park Blvd the continue to the San Diego Zoo. Street parking available on Zoo Drive, Park Blvd., or in the north end of the Zoo’s parking lot.


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