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November 20-23
This Week’s Top Event Picks
>> for locals by locals <<
Book Now! SoCal Polar Express Train Ride
Perris, California (near Temecula)
Now thru Dec 31
It's the real deal brought to you by Warner Brothers, Rail Events Productions and The Southern California Railway Museum..."ALL ABOARD!" the Polar Express for an evening of entertainment, music, hot chocolate and imagination (oh wait it's real!). Don't forget to wear your pajamas and for sure do not lose your golden ticket! Click here for all the details!
DroneArt Show + Concert
Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center
Chula Vista :: San Diego
Fri + Sat, Nov 21-22 @ 7pm
1 hour of live music. 5000 candles. 500 drones. Come see art a whole new way and curl up to see the night sky come to life as drones come to life to live music! This outdoor event sells out in every city, so book now.
pc: DroneArt Show Facebook page
Winter Makers Market
Liberty Station :: Point Loma
Sat + Sun, Nov 29-30
Get your holiday gift shopping done plus a day of entertainment for the whole family at the 2025 San Diego Made Holiday Market! Discover 125+ high quality local makers, live music, food trucks, kid activities, prizes, workshops + more! Just $5 supports local artisans + gets you in the running for amazing prizes worth a heck of lot more. BUY LOCAL THIS HOLIDAY season.
Rady's Ice Rink Liberty Station Opens
Liberty Station :: Point Loma
open Daily: Nov 20 - Jan 4
Rady Children's Hospital San Diego Ice Rink has been providing seasonal outdoor family fun while raising money for kids with cancer for almost 30 years. The partnership with Liberty Station ARTS DISTRICT hosted over 30,000 skaters in 2024 and have raised over 2 million dollars for the Thriving After Cancer Program at Rady Children's Hospital San Diego. Whether you skate or spectate, you are helping fight for kids with cancer.
Holiday Lightscape
San Diego Botanical Gardens : Encinitas
THRU Jan 4
This - BY FAR - is one of the most magical, unique holiday experiences San Diego has to offer. This family friendly event always books out, so plan accordingly for an unforgettable night walking tour as you watch the botanical gardens come to life with thousands of lights and music choreographed each from a unique artist. If you have not experienced the magic, don't wait! Book now! Click here.
9 Most Popular San Diego Holiday Events That Sell Out
Get ready to sleigh the holiday! From dazzling light displays, performances for all ages, and unique outings like movies on the beach, there’s something for everyone. These popular events sell out quickly, so plan ahead and book early to make the most of this holiday season!
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Family Friendly Things to Do in San Diego During the Holidays (organized by date)
Upcoming San Diego + Community Events During the Holidays
San Diego is a magnet for art, music, food festivals, sporting events, and fun under the sun – even in the Winter! Click any item for details:
- Nov–Jan 4: Holiday Lightscape at the San Diego Botanic Gardens
- Nov 15-23: USA Pickleball National Championships
- Nov 20-Dec 31: SoCal Polar Express Train Ride
- Nov 20: Rady’s Children’s Ice Rink Opens
- Nov 20–21: Drone Art Show + Concert
- Nov 28: FREE! La Jolla Beach + Tennis Club Holiday Event
- Nov 28: Liberty Station Tree Lighting
- Nov 28: Julian Tree Lighting Ceremony
- Nov 28–Dec 30: Jingle Jets USS Midway
- Nov 29-30: REVISED DATE: Winter Maker’s Market & Holiday Gift Festival at Liberty Station
- Nov 28–Jan 4: Safari Park Wild Holidays
- Dec 5–23: Petco Park Holiday Wonderland
- Dec 5–6: December Nights @ Balboa Park
- Dec 6: Little Italy Tree Lighting + Christmas Village
- Dec 12–26: Coastal Xmas Spectacular
- Nov/Dec: NEW! A Christmas Carol at The Joan (Liberty Station)
- Dec 10–28: NEW! A Magical Christmas at the Joan Theater in Liberty Station
- Jan 2: Holiday Bowl + Parade
- NEW! Navy SEAL Museum SD Now Open
- Book Now! Winter Break Camps for Kids
Upcoming Music, Cultural, Performing Arts + Events
Upcoming Music, Cultural, Performing Arts + Events
- Live Music Sundays at Carruth Cellars
- Tues Night Jazz at Madison on Park
- Performances at The Joan (Liberty Station)
- California Center for the Arts
- North Coast Rep Theater
- Performances at Downtown Theaters
- Candlelight Concerts (classical)
- Concerts at Humphreys
- Concerts at The Shell
- Concerts at Snapdragon Stadium
- Events at Snapdragon Stadium
- More Upcoming Concerts in San Diego
Ultimate San Diego Sports Guide + More
Ultimate San Diego Sports Guide + More
- San Diego Gulls – Hockey
- SD Legion – Men’s Rugby
- SD Football Club – Men’s Pro Soccer
- San Diego Wave – Women’s Soccer
- San Diego Seals – Lacrosse
- San Diego Padres
- Del Mar Horse Races
- NASCAR 2025 Schedule
- Formula 1 Schedule (now in Vegas!)
- NASCAR Coronado June 2026
- FIFA World Cup NoAm 2026
- 2028 Summer Olympics SoCal
- 2026 Winter Olympics Italy
- MORE Ultimate Sporting Events Not to Miss…!
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