Things to Do

July 14–18, 2025

Thursday Night Party

We’re excited to share that our Thursday Night Party will be held at Petco Park. Get ready for an evening filled with fun, excitement, and unforgettable moments at this iconic venue. Save the date and prepare for a night to remember. We can’t wait to see you there!

Date
Thursday, July 17, 2025

Additional details are coming soon.

Aerial view of Petco Park stadium in downtown San Diego, California

Esri 5K Fun Run/Walk

Enjoy a scenic walk or run along a flat waterfront route, taking in views as you go through Embarcadero Marina Park North and on the boardwalk, with chip timing to ensure accurate results. Join the Esri user community and connect with fellow participants along the beautiful San Diego waterfront. No matter your pace, it's all about having fun and sharing the experience!

Participants aged 18 years and older are welcome to join. Guests of Esri UC attendees can register on-site at the Activities Desk in Lobby D of the San Diego Convention Center beginning on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Price
Early bird until July 11 | $50
On-site starting July 13 | $60
Includes Esri 5K Fun Run/Walk T-shirt, running bib, and medal

5K and 2 Yoga Sessions Bundle
Early bird until July 11 | $105
On-site starting July 13  $135
Includes Esri 5K Fun Run/Walk T-shirt, running bib, and medal, 1 Esri yoga mat


Date, time, and location
Wednesday, July 16th | 6:30 AM–8:30 AM

Start/Finish line: Hilton San Diego Bayfront—Embarcadero Boardwalk

Sign up for the Esri 5K Fun Run/Walk
Two runners posing after the event, one pretending to bite his medal to test its content

Morning Yoga

Start your day feeling centered and alert with yoga on the lawn—open to all levels. Each class starts with gentle warm-up poses, flowing through sun salutations, standing, seated, and inverted poses. Focus will be on breath control, alignment, and present-moment awareness, with modifications to suit all levels and paces.

Participants aged 18 years and older are welcome to join. Guests of Esri UC attendees can register on-site at the Activities Desk in Lobby D of the San Diego Convention Center beginning on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Price
1 Yoga Session
Early bird until July 11 | $35
On-site starting July 13 | $45

2 Yoga Sessions Bundle (Save $10 from regular price)
Early bird until July 11 | $60
On-site starting July 13 | $80

3 Yoga Sessions Bundle (Save $20 from regular price)
Early bird until July 11 | $85
On-site starting July 13 | $115

5K Fun Run/Walk and 2 Yoga Sessions Bundle (Save $15 from regular price)
Early bird until July 11 | $105
On-site starting July 13  $135

All packages include one Esri yoga mat.

Dates, time, and location
Tuesday, July 15 and Thursday, July 17 | 6:30 AM–7:30 AM
Hilton San Diego Bayfront—Promenade Plaza

Wednesday, July 16 | 6:30 AM–7:30 AM
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Sign up for yoga
Diverse group of yoga participants in a session, the one in the forefront arching and reaching toward the sky

KiddieCorp Childcare

Our trusted partner KiddieCorp provides a program for children, from newborns to kids up to 12 years old. This program is designed to keep your kids engaged with exciting activities and offer you peace of mind while attending the 2025 Esri UC. Our goal is to provide your children with a comfortable, safe, and happy experience.

Price
Program reservations made through June 13, 2025, are $10 per hour, per child.
Reservations made after June 13 are subject to availability and are $12 per hour, per child.

Dates, times, and location
Monday, July 14 | 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
Tuesday, July 15 | 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
Wednesday, July 16 | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Thursday, July 17 | 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Friday, July 18 | 7:30 AM–12:30 PM

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Sign up for childcare
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Family Night at the Esri UC Expo

Introduce your family and friends to GIS at the 2025 Esri UC Expo. Explore partner exhibits, enjoy fun activities, and more. This event is open to anyone accompanied by a registered Esri UC attendee.

Date, time, and location
Wednesday, July 16 | 3:00 PM–5:00 PM

San Diego Convention Center | Esri UC Expo Hall

Smiling family group with two parents and two children standing in the Expo hall

Esri Kids Fair

Are your kids joining you in San Diego? Visit the Esri Kids Fair to introduce them to GIS through a series of educational, hands-on activities. This year's theme is Biomes. After completing each activity and filling out their passport, kids will earn a special prize.

Kids from 5 to 14 years old are welcome to participate. A parent or guardian must be present at all times. Registration is available on-site at no additional cost.

Dates, Times, and Location
Tuesday, July 15 | 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
Wednesday, July 16 | 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday, July 17 | 8:30 AM–2:00 PM

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

A child points to a location on a large globe while other children stand in the background and watch

Discounted baseball tickets

Kick back and enjoy the action as the San Diego Padres go head-to-head with the Phillies at iconic Petco Park — just a short stroll from the San Diego Convention Center!

Dates and times
Saturday July 12 at 4:35 PM
Sunday July 13 at 1:10 PM

Buy tickets
Close up of a baseball resting on the chalk line of a baseball diamond

Esri Merch Store

Find all your favorite geographically-inspired merchandise in one place. Shop for Esri sweatshirts, graphic T-shirts, hats, mugs, mouse pads, and more.

Store hours and location
Sunday, July 13 | 12:00 PM–6:00 PM*
Monday, July 14 | 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday, July 15 | 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday, July 16 | 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday, July 17 | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Lobby D, San Diego Convention Center


*Attendees with a badge get exclusive access from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM

Smiling Esri UC attendee browses a display of colorful Esri-branded socks in the Merch Store

Esri Press

The mission of Esri Press is to inform, inspire, and teach professionals, students, educators, and the public about GIS by developing print and digital publications.

Visit the Esri Press booth in Lobby D of the San Diego Convention Center to find these titles and more:

  • Telling Stories with Maps: Lessons from a Lifetime of Creating Place-Based Narratives by Allen Carroll
  • Top 20 Essential Skills for ArcGIS Experience Builder by Thomas Coughlin, Michael Gaigg, and Alix Vézina
  • The Power of Where: A Geographic Approach to the World's Greatest Challenges by Jack Dangermond
  • Top 20 Essential Skills for ArcGIS Utility Network by Melissa L. Mayo, Christopher Cremons, and Remi Myers
  • Esri Advanced Guide to Python in ArcGIS by Dave Crawford and Daniel Yaw
  • 2026 Esri Press Wall Calendar: 16 Months of Beautiful Maps by Esri

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Book signings

Meet the authors and have them sign their books just for you.

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