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South Coast Winery
Jimmy’s Buffet LIVE: NYE in Paradise
Set sail for a New Year’s Eve celebration with Jimmy’s Buffet LIVE: NYE in Paradise at South Coast Winery.
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The best beaches, hiking trails, and perfect year-round climate offer opportunities for recreation and relaxation
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Park Hyatt Aviara Golf Club and Spa
Stocking Full of Christmas
Park Hyatt Aviara transforms into a luxurious holiday wonderland with Stocking Full of Christmas, an immersive seasonal experience guided by your own “Journey Elf.”
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The Lodge at Torrey Pines
The Lodge at Torrey Pines Winter Escape
The Lodge at Torrey Pines’ warm, Craftsman-style design sets the scene for a truly enchanting winter escape.
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L’Auberge Del Mar
L’Auberge Del Mar Holiday Events
L’Auberge Del Mar invites guests to celebrate the holidays by the sea with family-friendly festivities all month long.
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MCASD
Winter MKT
The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) welcomes back Winter MKT on December 14 from 11am to 5pm, transforming its campus into a lively celebration of music, culture, and curated shopping.
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Lions Tigers & Bears
Christmas with the Animals
Christmas with the Animals at Lions Tigers & Bears is a heartwarming afternoon complete with holiday lights, festive music, raffles, gourmet food trucks, and photos with Santa.
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Select Temecula Wineries
Temecula Chilled: Holiday Wine Shopping Night
On December 12, Temecula Chilled: Holiday Wine Shopping Night features holiday lights, local wines, and one-of-a-kind gifts.
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Park Hyatt Aviara Golf Club and Spa
Park Hyatt Aviara’s Holiday Market
Running December 10 to 14 and 17 to 23, Park Hyatt Aviara’s Holiday Market in The Gardens at Park Hyatt Aviara offers unique gifts, festive treats, beverages, and family photo opportunities.
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Aberdeen Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Kringle Mingle
Kringle Mingle, Cardiff’s beloved holiday tradition, returns on December 7 from 10am to 2pm.
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Little Italy
Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village
The Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village returns December 6 from 4 to 8pm, transforming the neighborhood into a sparkling winter wonderland with twinkling lights strung above India Street and festive music filling the air.
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Your guide to the best holiday events and celebrations across San Diego
Whether you’re seeking family-friendly wonder or sophisticated seasonal outings, this curated guide highlights the most memorable ways to celebrate the holidays in 2025
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Bahia Resort
Jingle Belle Cruises
All aboard the William D. Evans sternwheeler for the beloved Jingle Belle Cruises — a sparkling San Diego holiday tradition presented by Evans Hotels on Mission Bay.
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Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa’s signature Christmas-themed pop-up bar, Blitzen’s
Through January 2, experience Blitzen’s, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa’s signature Christmas-themed pop-up bar, where “the cocktails sleigh.”
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South Coast Winery
Jimmy’s Buffet LIVE: NYE in Paradise
Set sail for a New Year’s Eve celebration with Jimmy’s Buffet LIVE: NYE in Paradise at South Coast Winery.
to —
Park Hyatt Aviara Golf Club and Spa
Stocking Full of Christmas
Park Hyatt Aviara transforms into a luxurious holiday wonderland with Stocking Full of Christmas, an immersive seasonal experience guided by your own “Journey Elf.”
to —
The Lodge at Torrey Pines
The Lodge at Torrey Pines Winter Escape
The Lodge at Torrey Pines’ warm, Craftsman-style design sets the scene for a truly enchanting winter escape.
to —
L’Auberge Del Mar
L’Auberge Del Mar Holiday Events
L’Auberge Del Mar invites guests to celebrate the holidays by the sea with family-friendly festivities all month long.
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MCASD
Winter MKT
The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) welcomes back Winter MKT on December 14 from 11am to 5pm, transforming its campus into a lively celebration of music, culture, and curated shopping.
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Lions Tigers & Bears
Christmas with the Animals
Christmas with the Animals at Lions Tigers & Bears is a heartwarming afternoon complete with holiday lights, festive music, raffles, gourmet food trucks, and photos with Santa.
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Select Temecula Wineries
Temecula Chilled: Holiday Wine Shopping Night
On December 12, Temecula Chilled: Holiday Wine Shopping Night features holiday lights, local wines, and one-of-a-kind gifts.
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Park Hyatt Aviara Golf Club and Spa
Park Hyatt Aviara’s Holiday Market
Running December 10 to 14 and 17 to 23, Park Hyatt Aviara’s Holiday Market in The Gardens at Park Hyatt Aviara offers unique gifts, festive treats, beverages, and family photo opportunities.
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Aberdeen Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Kringle Mingle
Kringle Mingle, Cardiff’s beloved holiday tradition, returns on December 7 from 10am to 2pm.
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Little Italy
Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village
The Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village returns December 6 from 4 to 8pm, transforming the neighborhood into a sparkling winter wonderland with twinkling lights strung above India Street and festive music filling the air.
Your guide to the best holiday events and celebrations across San Diego
Whether you’re seeking family-friendly wonder or sophisticated seasonal outings, this curated guide highlights the most memorable ways to celebrate the holidays in 2025
to —
Bahia Resort
Jingle Belle Cruises
All aboard the William D. Evans sternwheeler for the beloved Jingle Belle Cruises — a sparkling San Diego holiday tradition presented by Evans Hotels on Mission Bay.
to —
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa’s signature Christmas-themed pop-up bar, Blitzen’s
Through January 2, experience Blitzen’s, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa’s signature Christmas-themed pop-up bar, where “the cocktails sleigh.”
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Lala
Lala-Land
This month, Little Italy hotspot Lala brings back its signature holiday pop-up, Lala-Land, transforming the restaurant into a whimsical Christmas wonderland designed to dazzle with glittering décor, immersive installations, over-the-top Christmas trees, shimmering lights, and festive details around every corner — all perfectly paired with Lala’s vibrant cocktails, indulgent bites, and upbeat atmosphere.