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Things to do in San Diego in December 2019

Hello December! We are so ready for you and all the festivities that come with the end of the year. There are plenty of holiday related events from parades to tree lighting ceremonies to craft fairs and more! Check out the list of things to do to keep your calendar hustling & bustling throughout the holiday season. Cheers!

 

San Diego Jazz Fest and Swing Extravaganza   Nov. 27-Dec. 1

Jazz bands and musicians from across the U.S. will perform. Festival presentations include great variety: trad, swing, boogie-woogie, ragtime, dixieland, gospel, rockabilly. 

Town and Country Resort & Convention Center 

619-297-5277 / www.sdjazzfest.org

 

SoNo Fest & Chili Cook-Off   Dec. 1

SoNo Fest is an all volunteer run, locally-focused street festival featuring a 40-restaurant chili cook-off; 24 craft beer, wine and spirits makers in a huge beer garden; 30 local handmade vendors, a food truck court, live music on three stages and a kid’s fest! All proceeds from this event, in its 10th year, benefit McKinley Elementary. 

11am-5pm / 32nd and Thorn, North Park www.sonofestchilicookoff.com

 

La Valencia Hotel Tree Lighting   Dec. 5

5:30-8pm / 1132 Prospect Street, La Jolla 

855-476-6870 / www.lavalencia.com

 

Coronado Christmas Parade & Open House   Dec. 6

Festivities kick off with Santa Claus’ arrival by ferryboat at 3:20pm, followed by frosty fun on Snow Mountain until 7pm and carolers at the Coronado Ferry Landing. Other highlights include a popular Holiday Parade at 6pm and Merchants Open House 5-9pm down Orange Ave., a traditional Christmas tree lighting at 7pm and community band concert in Rotary Park. 

619-435-9260 / www.coronadochamber.com

 

Alpine Parade of Lights & Snow Festival   Dec. 6

There will be a visit from Santa and lots of snow! Enjoy various vendors, food, music and fun for the entire family! 

6-9pm / Alpine Community Center   www.visitalpine.org

 

Balboa Park December Nights   Dec. 6-7

Festive fun, food and attractions throughout the park, including complimentary admission to Balboa Park museums from 5-9pm. 

Fri 3-11pm, Sat 12-11pm / Balboa Park   www.balboapark.org

 

US Beach Soccer National Championships   Dec. 6-8

All Pro-Am Beach Soccer events are open to everyone to be part of the growing sport. We want all players, teams, clubs to enjoy the beach and treasure the benefits of playing on the sand. 

Mission Beach: N Jetty Road 

415-308-0603 / www.usbeachsoccerchampionships.com

 

Jingle Bell Run   Dec. 7

he Arthritis Foundation’s original Jingle Bell Run is a fun way to get decked out and be festive, while racing to raise funds and awareness to cure America’s #1 cause of disability. Put on your favorite holiday costume. Tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. 

6:30-11am / Liberty Station NTC Park   https://events.arthritis.org

 

Red Nose Run   Dec. 7

A holiday 5K that benefits Fresh Start Surgical Gifts and Semper Fi Fund. Your choice of a 3k or 5k run along the beautiful Del Mar beach. Participants are encouraged to dress in their best Holiday apparel and a prize will be awarded for best costume.  

12:30-4pm / Powerhouse Park, Del Mar    www.therednoserun.com

 

Artisans Alley Craft Fair   Dec. 7

More than 160 vendors selling homemade crafts and unique holiday gifts. All proceeds from the fair support the Coronado Band & Choir in the elementary, middle and high schools. 

9am-3pm / Village Elementary School Coronado  

http://coronadoartisansalley.weebly.com

 

Winter Wonderland Festival   Dec. 7

Children will have the chance to frolic in real snow, create winter-themed arts and crafts, and even rendezvous with live reindeer! Food and drink will be available. 

3-7pm / California Center for the Arts, Escondido 

www.artcenter.org

 

Fallbrook Christmas Parade   Dec. 7

“A Storybook Christmas” A special day in early December when Fallbrook residents and visitors alike come to enjoy this gift to the community from the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce. 

5pm / Main Avenue: Ammunition to Ivy 

www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org

 

Chula Vista Starlight Parade & Children’s Faire   Dec. 7

Gather the gang and enjoy FREE Pictures with Santa, fun holiday games, story time, FREE Snow Hill train rides, bounce houses, festive ornament making, and “Elf Yourself” station! Fair take place at Memorial Park from 1-5pm. Parade starts at 6pm. 

1-8pm / Third Avenue Village    www.starlightparade.com

 

Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village   Dec. 7

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! 

4-8pm / Piazza della Famiglia   www.littleitalysd.com

 

Encinitas Holiday Parade   Dec. 7

Thousands of people will be on floats and in bands with tens of thousands more cheering them on. 5pm tree lighting ceremony with a brief appearance by Santa at the Lumberyard. 

5-7:30pm / Coast Highway 101   www.encinitasca.gov

 

Vista Christmas Parade   Dec. 7

1-3pm / Historic Downtown Vista Village 

760-726-1122 / www.vistachamber.org

 

OB Holiday Parade   Dec. 7

Point Loma Marching Band, VW Beetle Club and classic Woodies, motorcycles, floats, live music and more. Santa Claus, will be making his appearance. 

5:05-7pm / Sunset Cliffs Blvd & Newport Ave 

www.obtowncouncil.org

 

Makers Arcade Holiday Fair   Dec. 7-8

Local and regional artists, designers, and makers. Guests enjoy a fun and festive opportunity to mix and mingle throughout the day, buy local, and shop small for the holidays while enjoying delicious food, handcrafted cocktails, live music, a photo booth, crafts for all ages, and more. 

10am-5pm / Port Pavilion at Broadway Pier 

www.makersarcade.com

 

La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival   Dec. 8

You’ll see floats, marching bands, community groups, drill teams, vintage vehicles, horses, and yes ~ a camel. Church bells peal with a fly-over. There is also a Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony. 

1:30-5pm / Girard Avenue & Prospect Street 

858-922-4046 / www.ljparade.com

 

Vista Winterfest   Dec. 8

Live Entertainment & Music, Tree Lighting, Holiday Movies, Roaming Mariachi, Ugly Sweater Contest, Downtown Merchant Storefront Decorations Contest, Homemade Tamales Contest, Holiday Gift Market, Santa, Kids Activities, Arts & Crafts, Local Food & Beer!  

2-7pm / 25 Main Street   www.cityofvista.com

 

Santa at the Lakes   Dec. 8

Santa Claus, snow sledding, carnival rides, smores, food, face painting, arts, crafts and so much more! 

10am-3pm / Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve  

619-596-3141 / www.santeelakes.com

 

North Park Toyland Parade & Festival   Dec. 8

Vintage cars, marching bands, dance groups, beauty queens, city officials and Santa Claus. After the parade festivities, make sure to stop by the North Park Christmas Tree Lot at The Observatory North Park parking lot. 

10am-3pm / University Avenue 

619-294-2501 / www.northparkmainstreet.com

 

Del Dios Trail Half Marathon, 10K and 5K   Dec. 8

All courses feature dirt service roads or single track trails, with elevation gains between 100’-500’. When hills are present, they are short but steep. 

6-11am / Lake Hodges Visitors Center, Escondido 

720-835-9141 / www.enduranceraceseries.com

 

Santa by the Sea   Dec. 8

Free pictures with Santa, treats, games and entertainment, plus a holiday tree lighting! 

3-5pm / L’Auberge Amphitheater, Del Mar 

858-735-3650 / www.visitdelmarvillage.com

 

San Diego Bay Parade of Lights   Dec. 8 & 15

A time-honored holiday tradition with more than 80 boats lavishly decorated sailing by the shores for all to see. 

5-7pm / San Diego Bay   www.sdparadeoflights.org

 

Rawhide Country Christmas   Dec. 12-15

Hay rides, Petting zoo, Photos with Santa, Christmas lights, BBQ dinner, Holiday snacks and refreshments, Rodeo riding and equestrian vaulting exhibitions, Carolers, Live bands, S’mores, Christmas carols around a campfire, Arts and crafts fair, Country Christmas gift shop. 

3-8pm / Rawhide Ranch, Bonsall 

760-758-0083 / www.rawhidechristmas.com

 

La Mesa’s Holiday in the Village   Dec. 13-14

Walk the streets of La Mesa’s historic downtown and enjoy live music and dance, cozy fires, craft vendors, food, and a kids’ area with holiday movies and activities. 

5-9pm / La Mesa Village 

619-343-2460 / www.lamesavillageassociation.org

 

Poway’s Christmas in the Park   Dec. 14

Christmas tree lighting at 5:15pm, followed by the arrival of Santa at 5:30pm. Horse-drawn hay and pony rides, petting zoo, and face painting. Steam locomotive train rides, model trains, and live entertainment. Holiday sweets and warm dinner foods. 

3:30-8:30pm / Old Poway Park   www.poway.org

 

Santa’s Holiday Festival   Dec. 14

Take pictures with Santa and whisper your holiday wishes in his ear. Each family will have the opportunity to make a memorable holiday ornament. 

10am-3pm / Rancho Buena Vista Adobe, Vista 

760-726-1340 / www.cityofvista.com

 

Lions Tigers & Bears Holiday Open House   Dec. 14

Come watch the animals open their Christmas presents, spend the afternoon at the sanctuary with the man in red – Santa Claus – local food trucks, festive music, and lots of fun! 

12-4pm / 24402 Martin Way, Alpine 

619-659-8078 / www.lionstigersandbears.org

 

Old Town Las Posadas   Dec. 14

Fiesta de Reyes invites you to enjoy the holiday spirit with festive decorations throughout the park, entertainment, and holiday experiences for the whole family. 

12-8pm / Old Town San Diego 

www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=28348

 

Oceanside Harbor Parade of Lights   Dec. 14

Fishing boats, sail boats, yachts, kayaks and dingys dressed up in holiday swag. Many of the boats feature people dressed up like Santa waving to the crowd. 

7-9pm / Oceanside Harbor    www.oceansideyc.net

 

Mission Bay Christmas Boat Parade of Lights   Dec. 14

This free, distinctly California celebration features boats decorated for the annual holiday season that will sail around Mission Bay. A highly anticipated event in the San Diego community, dozens of vessels take to the water for the parade. 

6-9pm / Mission Bay   www.mbyc.org

 

Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade & Expo   Dec. 15

Pet owners and their furry, feathered, and scaled companions are invited to don their favorite costumes for this jolly promenade and Holiday Pet Market. 

12-5pm / Gaslamp Hilton Park: 401 K St.   www.gaslamp.org

 

San Diego Holiday Half Marathon   Dec. 21

A fast 13.1 mile course that starts in Rancho Penasquitos and finishes at the beautiful Torrey Pines State Beach. 

5am-12pm / Hotel Karlan: 14455 Penasquitos Drive 

www.sandiegoholidayhalf.com

 

Holiday Bowl 5K Run/Walk   Dec. 26

Athletes will run past 100,000 cheering spectators. Runners, families and spectators can watch the remainder of the parade that features floats, bands and huge inflatable characters. 

9:45am / San Diego Harbor Front   www.holidaybowl.com

 

Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade   Dec. 26

America’s Largest Balloon Parade! Marching bands, floats, drill teams and giant balloons parade down San Diego’s beautiful waterfront. 

10am-12pm / Waterfront Park   www.holidaybowl.com

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