A celebration 100 years in the making! Saturday, September 9, 2023, the Packard Building celebrates 100 years since its 1923 grand opening.
To commemorate the monumental milestone, the Anaheim Packing District has a full day of vintage-inspired fun planned for September 9, 2023 from 11 AM – 9 PM. It’s part of the state-wide celebration of historic places set up by the California Preservation Foundation’s “Doors Open California.”
Packard Building’s 100th Anniversary Celebration
Packing District Events
Expect a packed day of celebrating in downtown Anaheim! Here are some of the events scheduled by the Anaheim Packing District.
Classic Car Show
Stroll the boardwalk at Farmers Park to enjoy a car show featuring both Packards and 1928-1931 Model-A Ford Club cars from 11 AM – 3 PM.
Mills Act Plaque Reveal
The Rotary Club of Anaheim will host a ceremony revealing the designation of the Mills Act qualification which encourages preservation of historically significant locations in Anaheim at 12 PM.
History buffs, sign up through DOCA for hourly guided tours by the Anaheim Historical Society between 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM. The tour will including the historical properties making up the Packing District: Packard Building, Anaheim Packing House, MAKE Building.
The Doors Open California celebration of historic places includes 70+ locations across the state. Access them all for $20.
Entertainment
Live music is scheduled throughout the day from 11 AM – 9 PM. Enjoy the musical stylings of the following:
- Jazzie Flom Trio
- Big Butter Jazz
- Jazz Conspiracy
- General Area Jazz
Enjoy Packard Building Businesses
Welcome the new small business to the Packard Building, En Familia. The Valle de Guadalupe, chef-driven restaurant and craft bar will be opening a community preview. The new restaurant is filling the space held by the previous resident Umami Burger.
Monkish Brewing Company is offering a special beer pour offer for visitors who guess their speakeasy-style code.
Get in the Spirit with Drink Specials
Celebrating the 20’s vibe continues with prohibition-style elixirs with special $10 pricing from Hammer Bar and BXCR Bar, both in the Anaheim Packing House. Don’t forget to dress the part!
Art Giveaway
Enter to win an original acrylic work on canvas of the Packard Building painted by Chris Bennette, the Packing District’s own Director of Development. The work seen on promotional materials is available through opportunity tickets with profits benefitting the non-profit Anaheim Historical Society.
Packard Building Celebration Event Details
Packard Building Address
336 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92805
Whether you’re a car enthusiast or a history lover, the Packard Building centennial celebration is a great addition to your weekend plans!
