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Grand Reopening: Original Chocolate Store

Ghirardelli Chocolate will reopen its flagship store, the Original Ghirardelli Chocolate & Ice Cream Shop, at Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco, on Thursday, July 13, 2023. The new design features North America's largest flowing chocolate wall, the original, 19-foot "G" from the historic marque Ghirardelli sign, a replica San Francisco cable car that doubles as a seating area, antique chocolate making equipment on display, and much more for guests to discover.

Ghirardelli will celebrate the Original Ghirardelli Chocolate & Ice Cream Shop's grand reopening on July 13th.

10:00 a.m. - Live music by Sueños Jazz Band, outdoor games and experiences throughout Ghirardelli Square.

11:00 a.m. - The newly renovated flagship store will officially reopen after multiple Grammy Award© winning artist, singer, actor, producer and best-selling writer Kelly Rowland leads the ceremonial ribbon cutting with the Ghirardelli management team and community partners.

The public is invited to join the festivities, and in honor of Ghirardelli's 171-year history, the first 171 people in line to enter the store will receive a free Ghirardelli World Famous Hot Fudge Sundae.

Earlier Event: July 9
Live at SFBCo: Dan Riley
Later Event: July 15
Live at SFBCo: James Funk