Some venues you book. Others you fall in love with. When it came time to choose the setting for our summer social, we kept coming back to one address on the bluff above the Pacific — and once you see it, you'll understand why.

On Thursday, July 2 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, San Diego Elites takes over L'Auberge Del Mar — a Forbes Four-Star landmark and one of Southern California's most coveted coastal destinations. Here's a look inside the space we'll be calling home for the evening.

A Del Mar landmark, steps from the sand

Perched just above the beach at 1540 Camino Del Mar, L'Auberge has been the heart of this seaside village for generations. The property blends timeless elegance with the easy, sun-warmed sophistication that defines Del Mar living — think ocean vistas, open-air terraces, and interiors that feel both refined and genuinely welcoming.

It's the rare kind of place that works equally well for a meaningful business conversation and for the effortless mingling that makes summer evenings memorable.

Why we chose it for this event

A great networking night is as much about the room as the people in it. L'Auberge gives us:

• Coastal ambiance — the signature Del Mar beachside atmosphere, with the Pacific as our backdrop.
• An intimate, elevated setting designed to foster real conversations, not small talk.
• Premium venue access at one of San Diego County's most celebrated oceanfront properties.
• Impeccable service and a design aesthetic that's contemporary yet warm.

What the evening looks like

Expect an unforgettable summer evening alongside 100 accomplished professionals from across San Diego's business landscape — an evening of connection, conversation, and culinary indulgence in an atmosphere of refined coastal elegance. Whether you're growing your network, exploring partnerships, or simply spending a beautiful night with ambitious, like-minded people, you'll be among peers who appreciate the intersection of business, culture, and the California coast.

The details

• What: An Evening With San Diego Elites — Summer Social
• Where: L'Auberge Del Mar, 1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014
• When: Thursday, July 2, 2026 · 6:00–9:00 PM
• Investment: $27 in advance / $37 at the door

Space is limited to 100 guests, and seats for our coastal evenings tend to go quickly. Reserve your place for an evening of connection and coastal elegance — we'll see you on the bluff.

Tonight! San Diego Elites Networking — 6 to 9 PM

Hey everyone, Dennis here. We're almost at 200 members ?? and tonight we're getting together at Il Fornaio Del Mar — outdoors by the bar, overlooking the ocean, right at sunset. It doesn't get better than that.

This one's open to the public, so bring your friends — just please RSVP them too. It helps us grow, and the bigger we get, the better the events get for everyone.

I'll be hanging out by the bar (you'll spot the crowd ??). Come say hi — don't be shy. We'll have greeters floating around to make introductions.

Great people, good vibes, ocean views. See you tonight! ??

?? RSVP now: https://sandiegoelites.com/BusinessNetworking/Eventdetails.asp?id=10

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