Business Marketing Resources
Getting Started with DMVA
The Del Mar Village Association offers a variety of ways to promote your business and connect with both residents and visitors:
Website business listing
Del Mar community events calendar
Social media features (tag @visitdelmarvillage)
Local Offers and events landing page
Family-Friendly landing page featuring local offers and programming
Cross-promotional partnership opportunities
Del Mar Village Dollars gift card program
DMVA interview-style blog features
Seasonal campaigns (Fair, Races, and Holiday programming)
Submit Once, We Amplify Across Channels
alicia@visitdelmarvillage.com
Please include dates, times, promotional images, and a link to your website or additional information.
We recommend submitting promotions at least two weeks in advance of your desired campaign date.
Maximize Your DMVA Benefits
Submit events at least 2 weeks in advance
Keep your business listing up to date
Share promotions for inclusion in Local Offers
Join the private DMVA Business Facebook Group
Participate in the Del Mar Village Dollars program
Send photos and updates regularly for marketing use
Business Partner Communications
Stay informed through DMVA’s email updates and private Business Partner Facebook Group. These channels provide timely information on events, marketing opportunities, promotional campaigns, City and County news, construction updates, business resources, and community announcements.
Engage with the Del Mar Village Facebook page - Join Here!
Engage with the Business Owner Facebook page - Join Here!
Seasonal Marketing Calendar
Season DMVA Campaigns & Opportunities
Summer San Diego County Fair • Summer Concerts at The Sound • Del Mar Racing Season • Local Offers • Family Programming
Fall Local Dining • Fall Events • Halloween • Holiday Shopping Kickoff • Winter Taste & Sip Promotion
Winter Holiday Shopping • Photos with Santa • Winter Taste & Sip • Sentry Insurance Open • Valentine's Promotions
Spring Spring Break • Family Programming • Summer Solstice • Mother's Day • Memorial Day • Local Offers
Del Mar Village Dollars
The Del Mar Village Dollars eGift Card program allows businesses to participate in a community-wide initiative that drives local spending across restaurants, retail, salons, spas, boutiques, and hotels.
The program is free for DMVA members and requires no special technology beyond accepting Mastercard transactions. It is a simple way to encourage local spending and strengthen the Del Mar Village economy.
Free to Del Mar Village Association Members! Getting Started with Del Mar Village Dollars + Training Video + FAQ's
Business Impact Updates & Resources
DMVA works in close coordination with the City of Del Mar, EDCO, and SANDAG to keep business partners informed and supported through ongoing community and infrastructure updates.
City of Del Mar coordination and updates
SANDAG construction updates and timelines
Parking and access changes
Event-related impact alerts and advisories