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  • Meet Irish in San Diego

  • Get information in our San Diego guide

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  • Exchange tips about expat life in San Diego

  • Brian Norris

    When first moving to Washington, D.C., I didn't know many people outside of the office. InterNations has changed that with some exciting events.

InterNations - A Place for Irish in San Diego

Dia duit to all of our Irish in San Diego! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Irish expats in San Diego? Are you looking for advice from other Irish, e.g. which bars in San Diego will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for Irish stew?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations San Diego. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Irish expats, coming from Dublin, Limerick, Cork and all regions of Ireland.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in San Diego

8,783
members in San Diego
115
Irish members
7
monthly events
273
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow Irish at our events in San Diego

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Irish in San Diego.

Celebrate the cozy side of autumn with us this October at a beloved local bakery known for its fresh-baked breads and seasonal delights. Enjoy the flavor of the month—a warm and spiced Biscoff Latte—
Oct 19, 2025, 11:30 AM
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Oct 22, 2025, 2:30 AM
5 attendees
Taste of La Jolla is back on Tuesday, Oct 21st! Let's gather and enjoy samplings from some of La Jolla’s best restaurants—plus exciting new spots you won’t want to miss. From bites and beverages to de
Come together join us for breathwork, dancing, and sound bowl meditation, along with a delicious potluck picnic on a lovely Saturday afternoon. Bring a beach chair, Yoga mat & or blanket/ towel to

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Why Irish expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Irish members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

  • Community Member
    From Ireland, living in San Diego
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    From Ireland, living in San Diego
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    From Ireland, living in San Diego
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    From Ireland, living in San Diego
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    From Ireland, living in San Diego

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Find other Irish to share your hobbies with

Irish Expats in San Diego Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where Irish expats in San Diego exchange experiences and tips to support each other. California's second largest city can be a great place for expats - our community helps you make the most of your experience!

  • Browse our Members Network to get to know San Diego’s Irish expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Irish expats in San Diego.
  • Use the Expat Guide for San Diego to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Irish in San Diego at Our Events

Our community in San Diego is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in San Diego’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other Irish expats to explore the pleasantly mild Pacific Northwest. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from Ireland in your local community as well as Irish in the USA nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Irish living in San Diego!

  • Brian Norris

    When first moving to Washington, D.C., I didn't know many people outside of the office. InterNations has changed that with some exciting events.

  • Caroline Stiles

    In such an international city such as Washington, D.C. InterNations holds great events for everyone to network and enjoy themselves.

Our Global Partners

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