December
BARBARA HUBA
C21 Affiliated
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in San Diego with
When: December 1-2, 2023
The free family friendly event brings San Diegans together to enjoy the lights, the sounds, the attractions and of course, the amazing food..
AKA Christmas on the Prado.
JUNGLE BELLS AT THE SAN DIEGO ZOO
When: December 9, 2023 - January 1, 2024
The Zoo will be aglow with holiday cheer and decorations, with music filling the air, joyful roaming entertainers, and special food items and sweets available.
WILD HOLIDAYS AT THE SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARK
When: Thru December 31, 2023
Seasonal decorations, special wildlife experiences and a festive atmosphere will greet visitors at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park as the Park spreads its own version of holiday cheer.
SAN DIEGO BAY PARADE OF LIGHTS
When: December 10 & 17, 2023
The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is a time-honored holiday tradition with more than 80 boats lavishly decorated sailing by the shores for all to see.
WINTER WONDER BEACHSIDE AT BELMONT PARK
When: Thru December 31, 2023
Join us in embracing the magic of the season at Belmont Park's Winter Wonder—your ultimate beachside holiday experience. From classic rides and attractions, festive activities, family - friendly entertainment to holiday treats and cozy drinks - we guarantee there’s something for everyone.
SAN DIEGO BOTANIC GARDEN LIGHTSCAPE
When: Thru January 1, 2024
Enjoy live entertainment at the Conservatory's outdoor amphitheater, a spectacular poinsettia display, a holiday musical lightshow (with an extra surprise!), a snow mound, kids' crafts, face painting, mulled wine and beer, food trucks, a holiday market place and, of course, pictures with Santa.
WINTER & SPRING GRAY WHALE WATCHING
When: Mid-December - April
Each year, more than 20,000 gray whales make a 10,000 mile round-trip journey from Alaska to the lagoons of Baja California, where the females give birth to their calves. After spending time in warm Baja California waters so their young can grow strong, they make the journey north again in spring. . With 70 miles of coastline directly in the migration path, San Diego is an ideal destination to see this impressive parade of gentle giants.
When: December 31, 2023
From grand and glamorous to intimate and romantic to family-friendly, there is a New Year's Eve event just for you. The possibilities are endless. Make this the best year yet by starting your year off with a trip to San Diego.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY CREDIT UNION HOLIDAY BOWL
When: December 27, 2023
This signature San Diego event annually showcases a thrilling game between some of college football's most competitive conferences, the ACC and the Pac-12.
Other Featured Events
OLD TOWN TROLLEY'S HOLIDAY SIGHTS & FESTIVE NIGHTS
Join in sing-along caroling with our Elf conductors as they share fun holiday facts, trivia, history, and traditions. Enjoy a 15-minute stop at Seaport Village for holiday festivities. Hop aboard to see the festive holiday sights of Old Town, Embarcadero, Seaport Village, and more!
LITTLE ITALY TREE LIGHTING & CHRISTMAS VILLAGE
Families, friends and neighbors will experience Little Italy's Christmas magic and will be able to enjoy the community’s festive décor, seasonal vendors, live music and entertainment, horse carriage rides, holiday treats, a tree lighting, a visit from Santa and more!
LA MESA'S HOLIDAY IN THE VILLAGE
LIBERTY STATION HANUKKAH MENORAH LIGHTING
When: December 7, 2023
Come together in Liberty Station for the lighting of the menorah. The magical, family-friendly festivities will be complete with music and the traditional lighting of the menorah.
When: December 8-23, 2023 Vista
Each evening, the Moonlight Amphitheatre will be adorned in a spectacular holiday light show that you will be able to walk through and inside The Moonlight while you enjoy holiday refreshments, festive displays, live entertainment, family activities and photo opportunities, and other special surprises to be announced!
When: December 2-3, 2023 - Escondid0
Play in real snow, enjoy holiday-themed drinks and treats at Santa's Corner Café, holiday crafting activities led by professional teaching artists and browse for gifts from local artisans.
When: December 2-3, 2023
This holiday event will feature more than 100 makers, craft cocktails, beer, gourmet food trucks, live music, photo trailers, styled lounges, door favors!
When: December 3, 2023
The festive and fiery SoNo Fest & Chili Cook-Off promises everything a person could want in a fun day including craft beer, wine, shopping music and chili!
LAS POSADAS: AN OLD TOWN CELEBRATION
When: December 8, 2023
Las Posadas is a centuries-old Mexican celebration representing the several nights Mary and Joseph, accompanied by a flock of shepherds and angels, sought shelter at different inns in Bethlehem.
When: December 8, 2023
Poway's Christmas in the Park is a unique way to bring holiday delights to your family this holiday season with the magic of an old-fashioned tradition
Coastal Christmas Del Mar Fairgrounds
When: December 14-31, 2023
The Beautiful Del Mar Fairgrounds will be transformed into San Diego's Holiday Headquarters. With twinkling lights, holiday cheer, and delicious snacks and drinks, Coastal Christmas promises to be your new favorite holiday tradition
SESAME PLACE'S A VERY FURRY CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
When: November 10 - January 7, 2024
The park is transformed into a festive winter wonderland filled with holiday magic and surprises. Guests will enjoy Sesame Street Christmas shows, the Sesame Street Christmas Parade, the Furry Friends Christmas Dance Party, and exciting rides. There will be games, special merchandise, and one-of-a-kind photos with your Sesame Street friends dressed up in their holiday best!
SEAWORLD'S CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
When: November 17, 2023 - January 7, 2024
SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration is a holiday waiting to be made, with seasonal shopping, festive food and drinks, and stunning live shows.
When: November 18, 2023 - January 7, 2024
Experience the magic of the Holidays at LEGOLAND with music and twinkling lights and the world's largest LEGO® Christmas Tree. Enjoy live entertainment with Santa's elves singing in Fun Town and a life-sized LEGO Brick Santa and Reindeer that make for a perfect family photo.
WILD HOLIDAYS AT THE SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARK
When: November 25, 2023 - January 1, 2024
During select nights, see the Safari Park in a whole new light! Take a holiday expedition of light and travel through places that glow and twinkle with holiday cheer.
SANTA TRAIN NORTH POLE LIMITED
Once onboard the North Pole Limited, Santa's elves will sing our favorite Christmas carols, read a popular Christmas story to all of our young ones, and pass out cookies and hot chocolate to all passengers. The North Pole Limited will stop at Santa's Workshop to pick up Santa and Mrs. Claus who will visit with all passengers on the train on our way back to the Campo Depot.
DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS!
When: November 8 - December 31, 2023
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is a wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book
EBENEZER SCROOGE'S BIG SAN DIEGO CHRISTMAS SHOW
When: November 17 - December 24, 2023
San Diego has another show in its Christmas stocking with this fast, funny, and highly theatrical reimagining of one of the most beloved holiday stories ever told. All the traditional elements of Dickens's A Christmas Carol are intact—including the iconic ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future—but with a comic local twist.
ice Skating & Races
When: November 17, 2023 - January 7, 2024
When: November 3, 2023 - January 8, 2024,
Lace up your skates and take in the holiday splendor as you relive a cherished piece of your childhood or take your very first spin at the Viejas Ice Rink!
RADY CHILDREN'S ICE RINK AT ARTS DISTRICT
When: November 16, 2023 - January 7, 2024
Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary, Sentre and NTC Foundation welcome the community to celebrate the holiday season with the return of their outdoor ice skating. Liberty Station
Julian Farm & Orchard Skating;
When: Nov. 10–Jan. 1, Fri.–Sun., 10 am–4 pm. $12–$18.
Skate & helmet rental, $4 each. 4381 Julian Hwy.
When: December 9, 2023
A fun run & walk on beautiful Del Mar beach that is family and dog friendly. Choose your distance - we offer 3K and 5K distance (note: distances may be altered depending on beach conditions that day)
SAN DIEGO SANTA RUN 5K AND 1 MILE RACE
When: December 9, 2023
Come out in your finest (or ugliest) Christmas attire as you take part in the annual San Diego Santa Run, a one-of-a-kind holiday experience.
DIRTY DECEMBER POKER FUN RUN HALF MARATHON & 10K
When: December 16, 2023
Join in holiday cheer and run the trails during the Dirty December Poker Fun Run Half Marathon & 10K. In addition to a costume contest and holiday theme, this run will involve a poker element – your poker hand could give you bonus time!
SAN DIEGO HOLIDAY HALF MARATHON
When: December 16, 2023
The San Diego Holiday Half Marathon is a fast 13.1 mile course that starts in Rancho Penasquitos and finishes at the beautiful Torrey Pines State Beach.
Parades
When: December 2, 2023
For more 40 years, our quaint little surfing village of Ocean Beach has hosted one of the best Holiday Parades in SoCal. On Saturday, December 2nd, Newport Avenue is lined with colorful OBceans and visitors all eagerly awaiting the commencement of the 44th Annual OB Holiday Parade at Sunset!
OCEANSIDE HARBOR PARADE OF LIGHTS
When: December 9, 2023
Fishing boats, sail boats, yachts, kayaks and dingys dressed up in holiday swag and circle the Oceanside Harbor to enchant onlookers at the harbor, restaurants and beach
PORT OF SAN DIEGO HOLIDAY BOWL PARADE
When: December 27, 2023
America's Largest Balloon Parade! Marching bands, floats, drill teams and giant balloons parade down San Diego's beautiful waterfront in celebration of the Holiday Bowl.
MISSION BAY CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE OF LIGHTS
When: December 9, 2023
The Mission Bay Christmas Boat Parade of Lights, a distinctly California celebration, features boats decorated for the holidays that will sail around the Bay
LA JOLLA CHRISTMAS PARADE & HOLIDAY FESTIVAL
When: December 3, 2023
Spread some holiday cheer at the La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival with marching bands, floats, vintage automobiles and Santa Claus.
“joy in julian”Country Christmas Parade of lights
When: December 16 2-10, 2023 at 5:30
Line Main St. Julian and enjoy our display of holiday decorated cars. It's a small town thing, bringing "Joy in Julian."
SAN DIEGO BAY PARADE OF LIGHTS
When: December 10 & 17, 2023
The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is a time-honored holiday tradition with more than 80 boats lavishly decorated sailing by the shores for all to see.
CHULA VISTA STARLIGHT PARADE & FESTIVAL
When: December 3, 2023
Immerse yourself in a timeless, holiday tradition where friends and family, young and old can revel in the Christmas atmosphere that the FREE Starlight Parade and Children’s Faire brings each year!
Pictures with Santa Kids & Pets
November 17- December 24
in the mall and also at JC Penney, November 22 - December 24
November 22 - December 24
December 3, 1:00-5:00 pm Camino Del Mar
November 22 - December 24
Parkway Plaza Pet Night With Santa
November 20, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Grossmont Center & PETS TOO!
November 24- December 24
November 22 - December 24
When: December 16, 2023
San Diego's furriest festive family-friendly parade returns to Downtown as the annual Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade takes over the streets of the Gaslamp Quarter.
Featured Feasts
Herb & Wood: Little Italy
Herb & Sea: Encinitas
Avant: Rancho Bernardo Inn
The Shore’s Restaurant: La Jolla Shores
For a Complete and Total List of San Diego Restaurants open & serving Christmas Eve & Day
New Year’s Eve
9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. | San Diego Bay | $165+ | Cruise into 2024 with spectacular views of the city’s skyline.
21st Annual New Years Eve Yacht Party
| 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. | San Diego Bay | $179+ | Spirit of San Diego Yacht leads this cruise through San Diego Harbor, complete with DJs, a dance floor, an open bar, food stations, and party favors.
Smokehouse Rockin’ New Year’s Eve
Sunday, Dec. 31
10 p.m. | Hotel Del Coronado | $150 | Ring in 2024 in Victorian style at the landmark hotel with a live rock ‘n’ roll and blues band, dancing, an open bar, and appetizers.
New Year’s Eve on the Boardwalk Cruise
Bloom Night Club | $19+ | Make your way through 10+ bars in downtown San Diego
FNGRS CRSSD presents PROPER NYE/NYD 2024
December 31 Petco park
Four Stages with over 50 Artists
Contact
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Barbara Huba
Barb@Hubarealty.com
858-226-7126
