Spend the upcoming weekend in San Diego enjoying the holiday cheer and everything California’s Beach City has to offer including these top things to do.
Jungle Bells at the San Diego Zoo
When: December 13, 2019 – January 5, 2020
During Jungle Bells Presented by California Coast Credit Union the San Diego Zoo is transformed into a wild wonderland of twinkling lights, merry-making performances, and festive foods. From December 13 through January 5, special displays and scheduled events fill the Zoo—and guests—with holiday cheer.
La Mesa’s Holiday in the Village
When: December 13-14, 2019
This year’s locally loved La Mesa Holiday in the Village is going back to its roots to bring guests more entertainment, more vendors, and an inclusive holiday experience for ALL AGES to enjoy!
Winter Gray Whale Watching
When: December 14, 2019 – April, 2020
Experience the magic of migrating whales year-round off the coast of San Diego! Whether you’re looking to get up close and personal or witness whales from the shore, there are tons of ways to enjoy these magnificent creatures here in California’s Beach City.
Noel Noel
When: December 14-22, 2019
Let holiday cheer bring you and your loved ones near at our annual “Noel Noel” holiday concert for the whole family. The sounds of old-fashioned and new-found festive music makes the season bright and delightful as audiences sing along with the San Diego Master Chorale. Decked with boughs of holly and sparkling lights, Copley Symphony Hall at the Jacobs Music Center warmly welcomes you and the North Pole’s most famous resident!
Old Town Las Posadas
When: December 14, 2019
Let Old Town San Diego help make your holiday season merry and bright! Halls will be decked, fires built, songs sung, and shopping to be done during Old Town Las Posadas.
Toast of Gaslamp
When: December 14, 2019
Raise your glasses! It’s time to toast the holidays with the Toast of the Gaslamp, offering delicious cocktail samples and scrumptious bites from 20 of the top Gaslamp Quarter restaurants as well as shopping deals at 10 Gaslamp retailers
Poway’s Christmas in the Park
When: December 14, 2019
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.
Mission Bay Christmas Boat Parade of Lights
When: December 14, 2019
The Mission Bay Christmas Boat Parade of Lights, a distinctly California celebration, features boats decorated for the holidays that will sail around the Bay.
Oceanside Harbor Parade of Lights
When: December 14, 2019
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.
12th Annual Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade
When: December 15, 2019
San Diego’s furriest festive family-friendly parade returns to Downtown as the 12th Annual Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade takes over the streets of the Gaslamp Quarter.
San Diego Bay Parade of Lights
When: December 15, 2019
The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is a time-honored holiday tradition. More than 80 boats lavishly decorated sail by the shores for all to see.
Holidays at LEGOLAND
When: Thru January 5, 2020
Experience the magic of the Holidays at LEGOLAND with music and twinkling lights and the world’s largest LEGO® Christmas Tree!
Winter Wonder at Belmont Park
When: Thru January 5, 2020
The 94-year-old beachside park will offer a day-and-night experience. Featuring a holiday toy drive, 10 to 15-foot-tall holiday-themed sculptures, a free Santa photo op, other winter-themed activities and entertainment; plus, Illuminated Winter Nights when the sun goes down.
SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration
When: Thru January 5, 2020
SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration is a holiday waiting to be made. Complete with seasonal shopping, festive food and drinks, and stunning live shows.
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Activate Holiday Mode
Activate holiday mode and turn up the good cheer with a winter trip to San Diego. The season is as merry and bright as it gets—just make sure to bring flip-flops instead of snow boots. Enjoy warm weather and good vibes at special San Diego-style holiday events, like beachside ice skating, an illuminated boat parade on San Diego Bay and more top things to do. You’ll also find great deals all season long, with hotel rates starting at just $99 thru January 5! ‘Tis the season for San Diego.
