Events from December 21, 2024
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On December 21, 2024At Birch Aquarium at Scripps Categories: Museums, Galleries and ZoosRiveropolis. An interactive water-play experience that uses the magic of running water to inspire creativity and community building through an interactive miniature river. 9 am–5 pm. $24.95–$27.95. Blue Beach, Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. https://aquarium.ucsd.edu -
On December 21, 2024At Petco Park Categories: HolidayThe Holiday Market at Petco Park. Magical Christmas lighting displays, various local artisan shops, seasonal food and beverage, Santa and other holiday characters, dazzling walkthrough lighting displays illuminating the December sky, with returning favorites such as Candyland with carnival games and life-size, sparkling lollipops and candy canes, and Santaland featuring photo opportunities with Santa and live reindeer. Select dates through Dec. 27, 4–10 pm. $12–$15. Gallagher Square. www.padres.com/holidaymarket -
On December 21, 2024At The Old Globe Theatre Categories: Theatre, Holiday“Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” A wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book. Select dates through Dec. 31. The Old Globe, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.theoldglobe.org -
On December 21, 2024At Sesame Place San Diego Categories: HolidayA Very Furry Christmas. Sesame Place will transform into a festive winter wonderland filled with holiday magic and everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends. Saturdays & Sundays plus Nov. 11 & 23–30, through Jan. 5. 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. www.sesameplace.com -
On December 21, 2024At SeaWorld San Diego Categories: HolidaySeaWorld Christmas Celebration. Christmas shows, tunnel of lights, meet Santa & Rudolph, parades and more. Through Jan. 5. SeaWorld, Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. Tickets: www.seaworld.com/sandiego -
On December 21, 2024At San Diego Botanic Garden Categories: Holiday“Lightscape.” This one-mile walking trail features a California poppy-inspired display, an illuminated laser sky, playful fiber optic flowers and a bespoke floral display. Through Jan. 5. 5–10 pm. $15–$34; under 3 free. San Diego Botanic Garden, 300 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. www.sdbg.org -
On December 21, 2024At Pine Valley Categories: HolidayCamp Christmas. Spectacular water show, hayrides, bounce houses, laser tag and more. Friday–Sunday, through Dec. 22. 5:30–9 pm. $10–$15; 4 & under free. 8668 Pine Creek Rd., Pine Valley. Tickets: www.PineValleyCampChristmas.com -
On December 21, 2024At Southern California Railway Museum Categories: Holiday, Train RidesThe Polar Express. A magical trip to meet Santa with hot chocolate and a cookie served by dancing chefs. Select dates through Dec. 31; 11:30 am, 1:30, 4, 6 & 8 pm. $63.25–$70.25. Southern California Railway Museum, 2201 S. “A” St., Perris. www.socalrailway.org -
On December 21, 2024At Liberty Station Categories: Holiday, SkatingRady Children’s Ice Rink. Kick off holiday festivities and give back to San Diego families dealing with childhood cancer. Open daily through Jan. 5, 10 am–10 pm. $15–$20; includes skate rental and helmets. Central Promenade, ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. www.rchicerink.org -
On December 21, 2024At Hotel del Coronado Categories: Holiday, SkatingSkating by the Sea. Take a spin around Hotel del Coronado's famous beachfront ice rink featuring stunning views of the Pacific and benefitting Make-A-Wish San Diego. Through Jan. 5. Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave. Tickets: www.hoteldel.com -
On December 21, 2024At Hotel del Coronado Categories: FREE, HolidayFREE “All That Jazz” Lightshow Spectacular. Experience the magic as The Del’s historic pine trees are draped in a spectacular light show with lively holiday jazz and snow flurries. Nightly every 30 minutes, 5–9 pm. Through Jan. 5. Hotel Del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave. www.hoteldel.com -
On December 21, 2024At USS Midway Museum Categories: HolidayJingle Jets. The Midway will be transformed into a festive holiday wonderland on the sea. Select nights, through Dec. 23, 5:30–9:30 pm. $20–$30; 3 & under free. USS Midway Museum, 910 N. Harbor Dr. www.midway.org -
On December 21, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: HolidayPinery Christmas Trees. Open daily (except Thanksgiving); Mon.–Thurs., 10 am–9 pm & Fri.–Sun., 9 am–9 pm. 4 locations: 5354 Sweetwater Rd., Bonita; Del Mar Horsepark, 14550 1/2 El Camino Real; Mission Valley, 1750 Camino Del Rio N.; 1341 Highland Valley Rd., Rancho Bernardo. www.pinerychristmastrees.com -
On December 21, 2024At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: HolidayHolidays at LEGOLAND. Holiday LEGO characters, giant LEGO tree, seasonal shows and more. Select dates through Jan. 5. One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On December 21, 2024At Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Categories: Holiday, Train RidesNorth Pole Limited. Enjoy hot chocolate, cookies and Christmas music as you head to the North Pole to pick up Santa. Fridays & Saturdays through Dec. 21, 5 & 7 pm. Starting at $15. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, 750 Depot St., Campo. www.psrm.org -
On December 21, 2024FREE Family Christmas Tree Farm. Cut the perfect tree, enjoy hayrides, a petting zoo and more. Daily, 10 am–9 pm. 300 Pepper Dr., El Cajon. www.familychristmastreefarm.com -
On December 21, 2024At Village Walk at EastLake Categories: FREE, HolidayFREE Dazzling Holiday Light Show & Snowfall. Falling snow, dancing lights and more. Fri.–Sun. through Dec. 22, 6 & 7 pm. Village Walk at EastLake, 884 Eastlake Pkwy. www.shopvillagewalk.com -
On December 21, 2024At Belmont Park Categories: HolidayWinter Wonder at Belmont Park. Over one million twinkling lights guiding you through an unforgettable experience of holiday cheer. Through Jan. 5. 3146 Mission Blvd. www.belmontpark.com/winter-wonder -
On December 21, 2024At Hotel del Coronado Categories: FREE, HolidayFREE Holidays at the Del. The Del will razzle-dazzle with breathtaking lights and festive décor in emerald green, shimmering silver and gold, delicate pearls and velvet. Through Jan. 1. 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado. www.hoteldel.com -
On December 21, 2024At Cygnet Theatre Categories: Theatre, Holiday“A Christmas Carol.” The timeless tale of hope and redemption. Select dates through Dec. 24. Cygnet Theatre, 4040 Twiggs St. Tickets: www.cygnettheatre.com -
On December 21, 2024At San Diego Zoo Safari Park Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos, HolidayWild Holidays at the Safari Park. Go on an expedition of light and travel through places that glow, shine and twinkle with holiday cheer with fanciful characters, musical entertainment and more. Select nights through Jan. 5. Included with admission. 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido. https://sdzsafaripark.org/wild-holidays -
On December 21, 2024At North Harbor Drive, downtown San Diego Categories: HolidayDecember Nights on the Bay. Enjoy a festive dinner cruise featuring a three-course meal, holiday music, stunning décor and breathtaking views. 6:30–9 pm. Thurs.–Sun., through Dec. 31. From $104.50. 990 N. Harbor Dr. https://flagshipsd.com/cruises/holiday-nights -
On December 21, 2024At Pechanga Arena San Diego Categories: Sporting EventsSan Diego Seals Lacrosse. Tonight & Dec. 13 & 21. Starting at $24. Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. www.sealslax.com -
On December 21, 2024At Old Town San Diego Categories: HolidayOld Town Trolley’s Holiday Sights and Festive Nights Tour. Sing-along caroling with elf conductors while viewing festive holiday sights. Through Dec. 23 & 26–30. 4010 Twiggs St. Tickets: www.trolleytours.com -
On December 21, 2024At North Harbor Drive, downtown San Diego Categories: SkatingDowntown Skate. This outdoor roller rink offers a one-of-a-kind skating experience with breathtaking views of the San Diego Bay. Through Jan. 5. $25, includes skate rental. Marriott Marquis, 333 W. Harbor Dr. https://marquis.ticketspice.com/downtown-winter-skate-24-25 -
On December 21, 2024At Viejas Outlet Center Categories: SkatingViejas Ice Skating Rink. Southern California’s largest outdoor ice rink. Through Jan. 5, 3–10 pm. $20–$22; includes skates. 5003 Willows Rd., Alpine. www.viejas.com/skating-rink -
On December 21, 2024At Fairmont Grand Del Mar Categories: SkatingGlice Skating at Grand Social. $20–$40, includes skate rental. Select dates through Jan. 1. Fairmont Grand Del Mar, 5300 Grand Del Mar Ct. www.granddelmar.com -
On December 21, 2024At Julian Farm & Orchard Categories: HolidayHolidays at the Farm. Glice skating, farm activities and more. Through Jan. 1, Fri.–Sun., 10 am–4 pm. $12–$18. Skate & helmet rental, $4 each. Julian Farm & Orchard, 4381 Julian Hwy. www.julianfarmandorchard.com -
On December 21, 2024At Peltzer Pumpkin Farm Categories: SkatingPeltzer Ice Rink. Open daily through Jan. 20. $14–$20; skate & helmet rental, $2–$4. 40275 Calle Contento, Temecula. www.peltzerfarms.com -
On December 21, 2024At Julian CA Categories: holiday teasVictorian Christmas Teas. Through Dec. 23 (closed Wednesdays). 11:30 am, 1 & 2:30 pm. $19.95–$44.95. Julian Tea & Cottage Arts, 2124 Third St., Julian. Reservations required: www.juliantea.com -
On December 21, 2024At Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Categories: Holiday, Train RidesNorth Pole Limited. Enjoy hot chocolate, cookies and Christmas music as you head to the North Pole to pick up Santa. Fridays & Saturdays through Dec. 21, 5 & 7 pm. Starting at $15. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, 750 Depot St., Campo. www.psrm.org -
On December 21, 2024At Moonlight Amphitheater Categories: FREE, HolidayFREE Jingle Terrace Live “Splash Into Christmas.” Holiday light shows, festive displays and holiday activities. Through Dec. 21, 5:30–8:30 pm. Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1250 Vale Terrace Dr. www.moonlightstage.com -
On December 21, 2024At Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum Categories: HolidayHoliday Lights at the AGSEM. Twinkly lights, hayride, train rides and more. Fridays & Saturdays through Dec. 21, 5–9 pm. Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista. Tickets: www.agsem.com -
On December 21, 2024At Hotel del Coronado Categories: HolidayPhotos with Santa. Capture the magic of the holidays with a photo with Santa. Dec. 6–8, 13–15 & 18–24. Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave. Reservations: www.hoteldel.com -
On December 21, 2024At Hotel del Coronado Categories: HolidayGingerbread Houses. Decorate your own gingerbread house. Dec. 6–8, 13–15 & 18–24. $31.80. Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave. Reservations: www.hoteldel.com -
On December 21, 2024At LEGOLAND California Resort Categories: Holiday, Amusement ParksSanta’s Christmas Magic Fireworks. The perfect end to our HO-HO-HOliday event, join us as the Elves light up the sky with their Christmas magic fireworks. Tonight & Dec. 14, 5:45 pm & Dec. 21–30, 6:45 pm. LEGOLAND, One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com -
On December 21, 2024At Birch Aquarium at Scripps Categories: Special EventsSunset Pier Walks. Scoop up plankton, dissect a squid and more. Today, tomorrow & Dec. 21; 5 pm. $25. For ages 9 & up. Scripps Pier, Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. Reservations required: www.aquarium.ucsd.edu -
On December 21, 2024At Bernardo Winery Categories: FREE, HolidayFREE Holiday Nights at Bernardo Winery. Twinkling lights, carolers, miniature train exhibit and more. Through Dec. 15 & 18–22; 5–9 pm. 13330 Paseo del Verano Norte. www.bernardowinery.com -
On December 21, 2024At The Old Globe Theatre Categories: Theatre, Holiday“A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story Told by Jefferson Mays.” Select dates through Dec. 22. The Old Globe, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.theoldglobe.org -
On December 21, 2024At San Diego Civic Theatre Categories: Theatre, HolidayGolden State Ballet presents “The Nutcracker.” Step into the magic with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they journey to the Land of the Sweets. Select dates through Dec. 22. Starting at $47. Civic Theater, 1100 3rd Ave. www.sandiegotheaters.org -
On December 21, 2024At Casa del Prado Theatre, Balboa Park Categories: Theatre, HolidaySan Diego Civic Youth Ballet’s “The Nutcracker.” Take an extraordinary journey to the magical Land of the Sweets with brave young Clara and her Nutcracker Prince. Fri.–Sun. through Dec. 22. $27. Casa del Prado Theater, Balboa Park. www.sdcyb.org -
On December 21, 2024At San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park Categories: Museums, Galleries and Zoos, HolidayJungle Bells. The Zoo will be aglow with holiday cheer and decorations, spectacular Holiday Light Treks, amazing entertainment and merry experiences. Through Jan. 5 (except Dec. 24). Included with admission. San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr. Tickets: https://zoo.sandiegozoo.org/jungle-bells -
On December 21, 2024At Bernardo Winery Categories: HolidayBreakfast with Santa. Face painting, cookie decorating, crafts and more. Today, tomorrow & Dec. 18–22; 9 am–12 noon. $45–$80; under 2 free. Bernardo Winery, 13330 Paseo del Verano Norte. Reservations required: www.bernardowinery.com -
On December 21, 2024At California Center for the Arts, Escondido Categories: Theatre, HolidayCity Ballet presents “The Nutcracker.” Through Dec. 23. Starting at $46. California Center for the Arts Escondido. www.artcenter.org -
On December 21, 2024At San Diego, CA Categories: HolidayJingle Belle Family Cruise. Celebrate the merriest time of year with carolers, Santa Claus, festive crafts and more. Through Dec. 24. $45. Bahia Resort Hotel, 998 W. Mission Bay Dr. www.bahiahotel.com -
On December 21, 2024“The Nutcracker.” Sugarplum fairies, leaping Cossacks and flurries of snowflakes swirl across the stage. 1 & 5 pm. Starting at $46. The Magnolia, 210 E. Main St., El Cajon. www.sandiegoballet.org -
On December 21, 2024At San Diego Model Railroad Museum Categories: HolidayPolar Express Family Day. Crafts, exhibits and the classic film “The Polar Express.” 10 am–4 pm. $12–$20, 12 & under free. San Diego Model Railroad Museum, Balboa Park. www.sdmrm.org -
On December 21, 2024At Jacobs Music Center Categories: Holiday, Movies, Concert“Elf in Concert.” Experience your favorite Christmas film transformed with the music of a live symphony orchestra. Today, 7:30 pm & tomorrow, 2 & 7:30 pm. Starting at $47. Jacobs Music Center, 1245 Seventh Ave. www.sandiegosymphony.org
