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Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend
Monello Cocktail & Spirit Pairing Dinner
December 19
Chef Fabrizio Cavallini and GBOD Beverage Director Ryan Andrews will lead a four-course pairing dinner at Monello featuring Woodford Reserve Bourbon this Friday at 7 p.m. Guests will dine on handmade pasta and sip bourbon-infused cocktails. Andrews will also explore the history and production process of the whiskey. This meal is $125 and only open to 24 guests. To RSVP, you must submit a $50 reservation deposit.
750 West Fir Street, Little Italy
Duck Dive Holiday Onesie Brunch
December 20
Enjoy a cozy meal in Pacific Beach at Duck Dive’s annual Holiday Onesie Brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come in your most comfortable onesie or pajamas and indulge in sweet and savory breakfast items like chorizo potato hash and stuffed French toast. Buying an entrée gets you $19 bottomless mimosas, also available until 2 p.m.
4650 Mission Boulevard, Pacific Beach
Coastal Chill: Winter Solstice Celebration at Garibaldi
December 21
Spend your Winter Solstice at Garibaldi‘s fun and frosty Coastal Chill event at 4 p.m. this Saturday on the third floor of InterContinental San Diego. The event includes music from DJ Ayla Simone, luxe winter parkas, a snow machine, heaters, and an all-you-can-eat buffet that features oysters, lobster, and mussels. Also included in the ticket price are bottomless Amaro hot chocolate and Mediterranean s’mores with a dessert wine pairing, as well as an intention-setting station, where every card completed marks a $1 donation to the conservation nonprofit Wildcoast. Tickets can be purchased on Resy for $85.
901 Bayfront Court, Downtown
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Digable Planets and The Pharcyde at The Sound
December 19
Legendary hip hop groups from opposite coasts—Brooklyn-based Digable Planets and LA’s The Pharcyde—will collide for a night of alternative rap at The Sound this Thursday at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $61 for this concert.
2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar
The Vandals Christmas Formal at House of Blues
December 20
Orange County–bred punk rockers The Vandals have always had a soft spot for Christmas, dating back to their 1996 holiday album Oi to the World! This year, the band is bringing its annual Christmas Formal concert to San Diego this Friday night at the House of Blues. Tickets start at $42 for this show.
1055 Fifth Avenue, Gaslamp
Las Posadas: A Traditional Mexican Christmas Celebration at Balboa Theatre
December 20
This Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the Balboa Theatre, Las Posadas will tell the story of Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus through traditional Mexican carols and American holiday tunes. Tickets start at $34.
868 Fourth Avenue, Gaslamp
Sara Petite Presents A Loretta Lynn Christmas at The Casbah
December 22
Local americana artist Sara Petite will channel the country storytelling of the legendary Loretta Lynn in a performance with her band and some special guests this Sunday at 6 p.m. at The Casbah. Petite will debut her track “Honky Tonk Angel” and sing a handful of Christmas essentials in this intimate performance. Tickets are $20 for this concert.
2501 Kettner Boulevard, Harborview
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Merry Grinch-Mas at Exclusive Collection Gallery
Through December 31
Ted Geisel, known to readers worldwide as Dr. Seuss, penned iconic children’s books like How the Grinch Stole Christmas! In the new Merry Grinch-Mas exhibition from Exclusive Collection Gallery’s The Arts of Dr. Seuss collection, the gallery will display private images featuring Seuss’ beloved green grump, including works signed by his wife, Audrey Geisel.
621 Fifth Avenue, Gaslamp
Fates, Boots and Bob: A Hijacked Hootenanny Holiday Hullabaloo at Bread & Salt
December 20
This Friday at Bread & Salt Gallery, performers from Project [BLANK] will present the intergalactic comedy Fates, Boots and Bob: A Hijacked Hootenanny Holiday Hullabaloo. It’s A Christmas Carol with several twists, including an extraterrestrial visitor and a piece of sacred toast. This event has all-in pricing—you can choose your cost, from $5 to $50. Attendees are also invited to bring items like new clothing, undergarments, reusable water bottles, and non-perishable food items to donate to Border Angels.
1955 Julian Avenue, Logan Heights
Golden State Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Civic Theatre
December 20–22
Travel to the Land of the Sweets with Clara and the Nutcracker Prince at Golden State Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker at the Civic Theatre. There will be five performances of The Nutcracker this weekend. Tickets start at $48 for this timeless holiday ballet.
1100 Third Avenue, Downtown
Lighthouse Players Present: A Christmas Carol, the Musical
December 21–22
The Lighthouse Players offer a musical version of A Christmas Carol with period-era costumes and a live orchestra this weekend. There will be performances on Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at The Bornemann Theatre. Tickets range from $25 to $35 and can be purchased here.
555 Deer Springs Road, San Marcos
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Mini Golf Pop-Up at Swing Social
December 18
Test out your putt-putt skills this Wednesday from 4 to 9 p.m. as Swing Social sets up 18 holes of mini golf in the Gaslamp. Golfers can enjoy nearby food and drink specials, such as $16 draft beers and $10 Wagyu smash burgers and fries at Swing Social, long happy hours at Huntress (6 to 9 p.m.) and Lumi (4 to 9 p.m.), and $12 Wagyu sliders and spicy chicken sliders at Rustic Root. Tickets for this all-ages pop-up are $20; ticket prices will rise to $39 the day of the event.
527 Fifth Avenue, Gaslamp
The Office: Holiday Party at Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero
December 19
Spend your Thursday evening with Dunder Mifflin employees and superfans of The Office at the Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero. The Office: Holiday Party will run through the show’s iconic holiday party episodes: “Christmas Party,” “A Benihana Christmas – Parts 1 & 2,” and “Moroccan Christmas.” The screening at 6:30 p.m. is already sold out, but tickets ($33) for the 9:45 showing are still available. Your booking comes with a reserved loveseat; a heater; and a hot, seasonal, non-alcoholic beverage of your choice.
1 Market Place, Embarcadero
Fit Athletic Yoga at The Rady Shell
December 21
Beat the holiday stress with a free group yoga session this Saturday morning on the grass lawn of the Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Instructor Viktoria Talbot of FIT Athletic leads the class from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.. Anyone interested in attending can RSVP on Eventbrite.
222 Marina Park Way, Embarcadero
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Understory’s Winter Wonderland: Après-Ski Five-Course Dinner & Cocktail Series
Thursdays-Saturdays from December 12 – January 4
Understory Bar at The Sky Deck is channeling elegance with the warm comfort of an Aspen ski lodge for its new winter pop-up concept, happening Thursdays-Saturdays through January 4, beginning this week. At “The Alpine Affair,” guests will be served a five-course dinner, each dish being paired with cocktails that feature Stranahan’s Colorado whiskey, to accentuate the wintery feel. Tickets are $170 per person for this dinner.
12841 El Camino Real, Del Mar
Holiday High Tide Brunch Buffet at The Marine Room
December 14 & 15
Gather your loved ones for a special Holiday High Tide Brunch Buffet at The Marine Room from 7 a.m. to noon this Saturday and Sunday. As a fan favorite returns to La Jolla’s shores, guests can indulge in seafood, tenderloin and seasonal breakfast dishes with a picturesque view of the Pacific. Brunch is $80 per adult and $45 per child, with a $20 add-on option for free-flowing Champagne for 21+ guests. Reservations can be made on OpenTable, with seatings available every 15 minutes.
1950 Spindrift Drive, La Jolla
Swan Bar Pop-Up
Now through December 31
Swan Bar in University Heights is hosting a holiday pop-up, now through December 31, 2024. The festive menu will feature seasonal cocktails like Abuelita’s Hot Cocoa, Naughty Nog, and a Peppermint Mocha Espresso Martini. Guests can also pickup holiday bottles of either Cocorumpy made with chocolate peppermint and Schnapps or Midnight Rider made with Really Good Coffee liqueur. The pop-up is open Monday-Friday 4 p.m. to midnight and Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to midnight. No reservations required.
Concerts & Festival in San Diego This Weekend
Jingle Terrace Live
Through December 21
Immerse yourself in a nightly video and light shows, with crafts, games and costumed characters at Jingle Terrace Live. This free event, taking place nightly at Moonlight Amphitheater at Brengle Terrace Park from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.—this year with the theme of SoCal Holiday Splash!—will include appearances from Christmas Highland Cows (Tuesday-Thursday) and a performance by the Jingle Brass Band (Saturday) this week. Attendees are also invited to check out a cash donation station, collecting contributions for Meals on Wheels, Mama’s Kitchen and Brother Benno’s.
1250 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista
Will Smith at The Observatory North Park
December 11 & 12
Many likely know Will Smith best for his acting career, but before he became a box office king, Smith—alongside producer DJ Jazzy Jeff—was one of the biggest artists of hip-hop’s Golden Age. Though Smith has come a long way from West Philly, he’ll be tapping into his rapping ability with two concerts this week at The Observatory North Park, as he tours for the release of first new album in 19 years, “Dance in Your Darkest Moments.” Tickets starting at $71 for both Wednesday and Thursday’s shows.
2891 University Avenue, North Park
2 Pianos 4 Hands at North Coast Repertory Theatre
December 12-29
The piano-playing duo of Richard Todd Adams and Matthew McGloin will hit the keys and do a bit of comedic storytelling during 2 Pianos 4 Hands at the North Coast Repertory Theatre. The two will describe their musical upbringing while playing classical and jukebox hits. There will be six performances of 2 Pianos 4 Hands this week (Sunday’s matinee show is already sold out) and tickets are on sale for $67.
987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach
Chula Vista Starlight Parade & Festival
December 14
Watch Elf at the Memorial Bowl, take pictures with Santa Claus and see more than 100 parade entries float down Third Avenue during the free Starlight Parade & Festival. This South Bay tradition is both a holiday festival with a 25-foot tree lighting, music and dance performances, and a holiday market, plus a community parade with a long line of cars, marching bands and dance teams marching through downtown as part of the procession.
353 3rd Avenue, Chula Vista
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A Swingin’ Seasonal Spectacular at OnStage Playhouse
December 13-15
This new show from Good Vibe Cinema at the OnStage Playhouse takes nostalgia for classic Christmas specials, and combines it with live music and sketch comedy to create A Swingin Seasonal Spectacular. In this production, host Mack Macclaine tries to get through his final time leading a beloved holiday special when things hilariously fall apart and threaten to overshadow the performance. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, students and educators, and $15 for everyone under the age of 30.
291 Third Avenue, Chula Vista
A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play at Scripps Ranch Theatre
December 13-15
For four shows only, Scripps Ranch Theatre is offering a classic theater experience of the traditional Christmas tale. During A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play, nine actors will portray Charles Dickens’ cast of characters as audiences get to experience the breadth of the audio-visual medium live within the fictional radio station of WSRT. Tickets for this production are $30.
9783 Avenue of Nations, Scripps Ranch
Tarnished Emporium Opening Reception at Distinction Gallery
December 14
Sculptor Valency Genis’ newest set of wonder-eyes creatures made using clay, resin, glass and metallics, and prominently displayed with uniquely shaped antlers, will open at Distinction Gallery this Saturday and remain on display through January 4. At the opening reception for Tarnished Emporium this Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., attendees can enjoy live music, purchase drinks from LastSpot by TorTari and mingle with the artist in attendance.
317 East Grand Avenue, Escondido
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Holiday Market at Petco Park
Select Dates Through December 27
Thursday through Sunday this week in Gallagher Square, Holiday Market at Petco Park rolls on with nightly snowfall, sweet treats and live reindeer. From 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday and 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday through Sunday, the market will host local craft and artisan vendors, live entertainment, carousel rides and all-around holiday festivities. Tickets for adults range from $31 to 37, and for kids ages 14 and under, tickets are $24 to $28.
840 K Street, Downtown
2024 Holiday Open House at The Conrad
December 12
The La Jolla Music Society is inviting the public for an evening filled with shopping, live music, and holiday cocktails during its annual Holiday Open House. This free event at the Wu Tsai QRT.yrd will feature a holiday market from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., storytime from Librarian on the Go at 5 p.m. and close with salsa-fueled sounds from the Manny Cepeda Orchestra from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. RSVP here.
7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla
Coastal Christmas Del Mar
Select Dates from December 13-26
The Del Mar Fairgrounds’ vision of a seaside North Pole, Coastal Christmas Del Mar, opens this Friday, with features like a holiday light trail, music from The Mar Dels, fire pits and igloos for rent and “glice” skating. This Friday and Saturday, the event will include the Holiday Wine Walk ($50) with ticketholders receiving eight two ounce wine or beer samples from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. General admission tickets are $24 for adults and $15 for kids for Coastal Christmas.
2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar
Holiday in the Village
December 14
La Mesa Village will go full winter wonderland this Saturday from noon to 9 p.m. during its free annual Holiday in the Village. Attendees can enjoy holiday songs from strolling carolers and gingerbread house photo ops, plus new features like a synthetic ice skating rink, mini golf and the elf adventure trail. There will also be family-friendly activities like the Mrs. Claus Reading Nook, holiday-themed inflatables and the kids holiday shopping program.
La Mesa Boulevard between Spring Street and 4th Street, La Mesa
San Diego Santa Run
December 14
Run with a pack of Kris Kringles at the 10th annual San Diego Santa Run, where each participant gets their very own Sunny Santa suit and matching sunglasses for a holly jolly time. After the run, 21+ racers can use their complimentary drink ticket at one of four local bar partners, take advantage of discounts at several PB businesses, and hang around Garnet Avenue for the Pacific Beach Holiday Parade from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is $60 for the 5K option and $40 for the kids one mile as well as the pup-friendly dog mile.
912 Garnet Avenue, Pacific Beach
Gaslamp Quarter Pet Parade, Expo & Pups in the Pub Party
December 14
Local doggos are invited to strut down Market Street during the annual Gaslamp Quarter Pet Parade festivities from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event begins with the Gaslamp Holiday Expo with photo ops, dog treats, an appearance from Santa Claus and pet vendors. Then, cheer on the decorated and dressed pets during the parade, with the chance to compete for prizes in eight holiday costume categories, and finish with a party at the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp featuring beers, treats, games and more. Register your pets for the parade for $25.
702 Market Street, Gaslamp
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Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend
East Village Holiday Happy Hour
December 6
UCSD Park & Market will host its inaugural First Friday happy hour from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. this Friday with a holiday theme. The East Village Holiday Happy Hour will feature live music from dance band Full Strength, Italian food paired with wines and libations courtesy of Senses Bistro. Attendees can also give back by donating to the event charity, the Lucky Duck Foundation, which helps fund high-impact programs to assist San Diego’s homeless community. Tickets are $12 online and $15 at the door and come with one beer or glass of wine.
1100 Market Street, East Village
Del Mar Village Winter Taste & Sip
December 8
Stroll through Downtown Del Mar Village while sampling food and drinks from neighborhood eateries at the area’s annual Winter Taste & Sip from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. this Sunday. The seasonal festivities will include live music from local bands and carolers, and ticket options for both taste-only ($50) and taste and sip ($61) attendees. Attendees can also enjoy activities like ornament making and the local holiday tree lighting at Del Mar Village’s free North Pole by the Sea event from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar
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Andrea Bocelli at Pechanga Arena
December 4
The maestro of melodies, Andrea Bocelli, will sing a medley of expansive arias, romantic ballads and tracks from his album A Family Christmas during his Wednesday concert at Pechanga Arena. Hear one of the world’s most prominent vocalists showcase his range with a show that celebrates his greatest hits with a helping of yuletide flair. Tickets are starting at $154 for this performance.
3500 Sports Arena Boulevard, Midway
Trisha Paytas: TRISHMAS LIVE! at Civic Theatre
December 5
For “TRISHMAS LIVE!,” YouTube star, podcast personality and all-around entertainer Trish Paytas is taking her talents on the road for the holiday season. During her Thursday night show at the Balboa Theatre, Paytas’ forthright comedic style will shine with original holiday compositions like “I Love You Jesus,” “Covid Christmas” and “Merry Trishmas.” Tickets to “TRISHMAS LIVE!” start at $65.
1100 Third Avenue, Downtown
ISOKNOCK presents SAN DIEGO 4EVR at Thrive Park
December 7 & 8
This weekend at Thrive Park will be an epic homecoming for Julian Isorena (ISOxo) and Richard Nakhonethap (Knock2). Together they form the duo ISOKNOCK, and they’ll triumphantly return to their hometown with SAN DIEGO 4EVR, a sprawling 18+ festival for the crowd of dedicated year-round ravers. ISOKNOCK have gained a massive following for their thrilling live performances, and for their last performance of the year they’ll have a lineup full of EDM heavy hitters, with special guests like RL Grime, Peekaboo and Madeon. Two-day resale tickets are still available, starting at $299.
2101 Stadium Way, Mission Valley
Holiday Concerts at Epstein Family Amphitheater
December 7 & 8
UC San Diego ArtPower is throwing a pair of festive shows at the Epstein Family Theater this Saturday and Sunday, with a celebration of an Andalusian Christmas carol and a free holiday sing-along. Saturday’s Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico! will feature Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico Grande. On the following night during Choir! Choir! Choir!, the audience will play a primary part in the vocal ensemble for an “Un-Silent Night.” Tickets start at $35 for Campana Sobre Campana. RSVP-only required for Choir! Choir! Choir!
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla
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She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen at Palomar College
December 6-15
A grieving woman in ‘90s Ohio comes to terms with the loss of her sister through an action-packed Dungeons & Dragons adventure in She Kills Monsters. Directed by Heather Megill and written by Qui Nguyen, this story uses the fantasy role-playing game as a unique storytelling vehicle, with the protagonist becoming immersed in a world of beasts, battles and realizations. She Kills Monsters will run through December 15 at Studio Theatre at Palomar College. Tickets range from $10 to $16 and can be purchased here.
1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos
Manny and The Wise Queens at Brooks Theatre
December 6-22
The Oceanside Theatre Company’s humorous and hopeful new production Manny and The Wise Queens sees two wise queens bring a bit of Christmas spirit to a depressed teen in Bethlehem, USA on a pandemic-era night in December 2020. There will be a preview performance Friday night, with Saturday’s opening night performance to be followed by a Champagne toast after the show. Tickets range from $20 to $45 for this local theater production.
217 North Coast Highway, Oceanside
FOUND ADRIFT | Timeless New Works Inspired by an 1876 Seaweed Scrapbook at Studio Culture
Opens December 6
Local artist and designer Ron Miriello has formed a collection of over 50 new works on canvas, textiles, video and lithographs to be displayed in FOUND ADRIFT | Timeless new works inspired by an 1876 seaweed scrapbook. Inspired by a recently found seaweed scrapbook from the 1880s, Miriello has crafted a testament to the world’s unseen natural artifacts. The free opening reception will take place on Friday night from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Studio Culture (the former Woodbury School of Architecture), with a live DJ, food truck, beer and coffee. Following this, the exhibition will be open for appointment-only viewing through Feb. 1.
2122 Main Street, Barrio Logan
Making Merry: A Choral Holiday Celebration at Balboa Theatre
December 7
The crooners of the San Diego Opera Chorus will run through holiday fan favorites such as “The Christmas Song,” “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” and “Carol of the Bells,” for “Making Merry” at the Balboa Theatre. This Saturday night, beginning at 7:30 p.m., special guests and chorus performers will sing both traditional and contemporary carols led by music director Bruce Stasyna. Tickets range from $23 to $163 for this performance.
868 Fourth Avenue, Gaslamp
A John Waters Christmas at Lou Lou’s Jungle Room
December 8-9
The king of trashy cinema and the filthiest filmmaker of all, the legendary John Waters, will deliver a round of deliciously grotesque commentary on Christmas during a two night stint at Lou Lou’s Jungle Room. As Waters returns to San Diego for more nights of naughtiness, learn what gifts (and tricks) he has in store during A John Waters Christmas. Sunday’s show is already sold out but single tickets for Monday are still available here.
2223 El Cajon Boulevard, North Park
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Balboa Park December Nights
December 6 & 7
Balboa Park will be buzzing during its free holiday festival, with dozens of food, drink and retail vendors, plus six live music stages platforming an array of community dance and music performances. But the fun at Balboa Park December Nights doesn’t stop there, with highlights like skateboard demonstrations, complimentary entry at select museums and a free ferris wheel in Pan American Plaza. Plus, there will be a community sock drive put on by SDGE in partnership with PATH San Diego to provide donations to unsheltered individuals.
1549 El Prado, Balboa Park
Makers Arcade Holiday Fair
December 6-8
See what San Diego’s most creative makers have in store at the Makers Arcade Holiday Fair, a three-day shopping extravaganza at the Broadway Pier. There will be more than 140 handmade vendors, a food truck court, photo booths, cocktail/mocktail and beer bars, live music and more. General admission is $6 online and $7 at the door while children under 10 years old will receive free entry. The first 75 people who enter each day will receive a swag bag and VIP packages—which come with three-day admission, gifts and merch—are available for purchase.
1000 North Harbor Drive, Embarcadero
City Lights: An Immersive Journey Through Light & Sound
December 6 – January 19
Take a mesmerizing 50-minute walk through light displays, LED sculptures and digital art at Quartyard during City Lights. Attendees can enjoy six different illuminating zones created by artist Ben Guerrette, including sections with choreographed light and sound, and finish in a lounge with curated cocktails and a tapas menu from El Comal. After this weekend, City Lights will run from Thursday through Sundays until January 19. Tickets are $20 for adults and children under the age of 5 are free to enter.
1301 Market Street, East Village
Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village
December 7
Attendees can shop seasonal treats and handmade holiday items from local businesses and admire the lighting of the Piazza della Famiglia’s 25-foot tree and Joshua Hubert’s Aurora tree during this Saturday’s Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village. Ten-foot nutcrackers, light-up displays, Santa Claus, live entertainment, and the pleasing sound of merry music will also appear around the plaza from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
523 West Date Street, Little Italy
The 54th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights
December 8 & 15
Roughly 80 local schooners will coast through San Diego Bay on two Sunday nights in December as part of the annual Parade of Lights, with this year’s theme being “Peace on Earth.” The boats, all adorned in themed decorations, will begin at Shelter Island and finish by the Ferry Landing on Coronado. Best of all, the parade can be viewed for free along the coast at spots like Seaport Village, the Embarcadero and Cesar Chavez Park.
San Diego Bay
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Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend
“Snowed In” Christmas Cocktail Pop-Up at Fort Oak
Through December 31
Fort Oak’s “Snowed In” cocktail pop-up will pair snow globe ambience with a dozen seasonal drinks. The menu from Fort Oak Beverage Director Jess Stewart will feature highlights like creamy espresso martinis and tiki-inspired rum and fruit concoctions in festive mugs. These libations can be enjoyed nightly from 5 p.m. to midnight, now through the end of the year.
1011 Fort Stockton Drive, Mission Hills
Friendsgiving Feast at Lionfish
November 27
Lionfish chef Jose “JoJo” Ruiz is taking a fine-dining approach to holiday home cooking with his Friendsgiving Feast menu. From 5 to 10 p.m. this Wednesday, guests can indulge in a deep-fried turkey bucket, Boursin mashed potatoes, truffle mac and cheese, and buttermilk biscuits for $45, and if you’d like, wash it all down with $5 shots.
435 Fifth Avenue, Gaslamp
Berry Good Food Foundation Friendsgiving Eve Fundraiser at Rumorosa
November 27
Rumorosa on Harbor Island is hosting a range of fundraisers this month, with 15 percent of proceeds going to the sustainable nonprofit Berry Good Food Foundation. The restaurant’s Friendsgiving Eve Fundraiser this Wednesday will be a buffet-style meal with Baja white fish ceviche, agave-and-chipotle-glazed chicken wings, and mezcal-flambéed cream cheese flan for $20 per person plus tax and gratuity. Patrons arriving in groups of four or more can also enjoy the restaurant’s month-long Friendsgiving Fundraiser, a $65-per-person meal from chef Cesar Oceguera with items such as mole negro roasted chicken, through Nov. 30.
1380 Harbor Island Drive, Harbor Island
Beer By the Bay 2024
November 30
Beer By the Bay returns this Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. at Coronado Ferry Landing Park. Attendees can enjoy craft beer, selections from regional wineries, games, a photo booth, and live music by the water. Ticket options include general admission ($81.88) and military GA ($65.87), which come with unlimited craft beer, spirit, wine, cocktail and seltzer tastings, and VIP ($161.90), which comes with early admission, VIP seating, and more.
1201 1st Street, Coronado
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Gand Band Woodstock Immersive Experience at Humphreys Backstage
November 27
Fronted by local singers Michele Lundeen and Damion Willis, the six-piece Gand Band is bringing the Woodstock festival experience to Humphreys Backstage this Wednesday night. While the band members play the defining hits of the counterculture period—from Santana to Sly Stone—in all of their tie-dye glory, psychedelic visuals and interviews with the era’s musicians will be projected on screen. Tickets are starting at $28.75.
2241 Shelter Island Drive, Shelter Island
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s Wild & Swingin’ Holiday Party at Balboa Theatre
November 30
This Saturday at the Balboa Theatre, swing revival specialists Big Bad Voodoo Daddy will keep things fun and festive, performing original yuletide tunes—like the brass-heavy lounge track “Christmas Time in Tinsel Town”—along with holiday essentials. Tickets start at $54.05.
868 Fourth Avenue, Gaslamp
Thee Sacred Souls at SOMA
December 1
San Diegans will have one last chance to see Thee Sacred Souls perform live locally in 2024 this Sunday night at SOMA. Tickets are officially sold out for this performance from the darlings of San Diego soul, but resale admission is going for upwards of $230.
3350 Sports Arena Boulevard, Midway
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Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play at New Village Arts
Through December 24
In this radio play adaptation of Miracle on 34th Street at New Village Arts, when a newly hired Macy’s department store Santa Claus claims to be the real deal, all in his orbit are forced to confront their belief in the existence of Old Saint Nick. There will be four performances of Miracle on 34th Street this week, with previews through Nov. 29 and opening night this Saturday. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased here.
2787 State Street, Carlsbad
Jewels of the Season at Timken Museum of Art
Through December 31
Jewels of the Season is an annual installation at the museum, featuring over 1,000 decorative, handcrafted ornaments by local artists Florence Hord and Elizabeth Schlappi. This year, you can see the spectacular trinkets alongside a model train on loan from the San Diego Model Railroad Museum.
1500 El Prado, Balboa Park
Six String Society Presents “27 Club” at California Center for the Arts, Escondido
November 29
Six String Society’s ode to the infamous “27 Club” gathers the collective’s most famous rockstars for a mythical performance in 1969 Greenwich Village on the night before Woodstock. The music of artists like Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin, Amy Winehouse, and Jimi Hendrix, whose lives were all cut short at the age of 27, will collide for a jam session from the afterlife. There will be two performances this Friday (one at 2 p.m. and another at 7 p.m.) at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, with ticket prices ranging from $38 to $96.
340 North Escondido Boulevard, Escondido
A Christmas Carol at Cygnet Theater
November 29–December 24
The ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future guide the cantankerous Ebeneezer Scrooge to a necessary realization in this stage production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol featuring original music, puppetry, and live sound effects. Ticket prices range from $39 to $73 for this production, with four performances this weekend (including two on Saturday).
4040 Twiggs Street, Old Town
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Downtown Skate By The Bay
Through January 5
Roll over to the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina for a spin around its new 6,000-square-foot roller skating rink at Downtown Skate By The Bay. Open daily from 12 to 10 p.m., the outdoor rink will feature Christmas-themed pop-ups, tastings, and more. A 90-minute skating session will set you back $26. For a more elevated experience, two-hour premium rinkside seating reservations come with heaters and mobile dining service for $150.
333 West Harbor Drive, Downtown
Turkey Trots
November 28
Before diving into a Thanksgiving spread and the subsequent food coma, make room for the big meal by running, jogging, or strolling your way through a local 5K. This year’s offerings include a team-friendly race in Oceanside, a fundraiser for Father Joe’s Villages in Balboa Park, and a classic competition along the San Diego Bay in Coronado.
Citywide
Julian Country Christmas & Tree Lighting
November 30
The centerpiece of Julian’s holiday festivities, Julian Country Christmas, takes place from noon to 8 p.m this Saturday. The event will include live music, a Christmas market, holiday-themed performances, an appearance from Santa Claus, and a holly jolly tree lighting at Julian Town Square.
Main and Washington, Julian
East Village Tree Lighting & Holiday Market at Quartyard
November 30
The East Village will embrace the seasonal spirit this Saturday with a tree lighting, conducted by the East Village Association and city officials, and a holiday market at Quartyard from 4 to 8 p.m. There will be photos with Santa, live music on two stages from local acts like Mojo Repair Shop and Harmonica John, and plenty of handcrafted items to purchase from artisan vendors. Anyone interested in stopping by can RSVP for free here.
1301 Market Street, East Village
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The Laundry Pub
Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Month
Del Mar Village’s Winter Taste and Sip
December 8
Del Mar Village’s Winter Taste and Sip gives attendees the chance to sample seasonal treats from local eateries, jam to live music, and celebrate the season with an awe-inspiring tree lighting.
Rockin New Year’s Eve at the Hotel Del Coronado
December 31
Count down to midnight at The Laundry Pub, the Del’s Rockin New Year’s Eve hot spot. End 2024 with rock n’ roll, an open bar, and the cherry on top: a dessert bar.
Mannheim Steamroller
Concerts & Festivals in San Diego This Month
Mannheim Steamroller at California Center for the Arts, Escondido
December 2
Chip Davis leads the 15 musicians of iconic neoclassical ensemble Mannheim Steamroller—known best for their multiplatinum Christmas albums—in a yuletide show at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido.
Jingle Terrace Live at Moonlight Amphitheatre
December 8-23
Take photos with Santa Claus, meet real-life reindeer, purchase last-minute presents, and more at Moonlight Amphitheatre’s seasonal shindig Jingle Terrace Live in Vista.
2 Pianos 4 Hands at North Coast Repertory Theatre
December 12–29
Musicians Jefferson McDonald and Matthew McGloin will play hit songs and share amusing anecdotes when 2 Pianos 4 Hands returns to the North Coast Repertory Theatre.
The Illusionists
Theater & Art Exhibits in San Diego This Month
Jewels of the Season at Timken Museum of Art
December 1-31
Admire the shimmering sight of more than 1,000 locally handcrafted baubles at the Timken Museum of Art. The Balboa Park institution’s annual Jewels of the Season showcase also includes an accompanying ornament-making workshop on Dec. 2.
John Waters at Lou Lou’s Jungle Room
December 8-9
Filmmaker, actor, author, and iconoclastic auteur John Waters stops by Lou Lou’s Jungle Room at the LaFayette Hotel for a deliciously filthy one-man Christmas special perfect for those who are proudly on the naughty list.
Project [BLANK]’s Fates, Boots and Bob
December 20
Project [BLANK]’s Salty Series gets in the festive spirit with Fates, Boots and Bob: A Hijacked Hootenanny Holiday Hullabaloo, involving crowd participation, extraterrestrials, and wild storytelling.
The Illusionists at the Civic Theatre
December 26-27
Though they won’t reveal their secrets, The Illusionists will share the “Magic of the Holidays” with a sleight-of-hand show at the Civic Theatre.
More Fun Things to Do in San Diego This Month
Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village
December 7
Little Italy’s annual Tree Lighting & Christmas Village turns the seaside neighborhood into the North Pole with a pair of massive Christmas trees, a seasonal night market, and the sweet sound of carols.
San Diego Santa Run in Pacific Beach
December 14
Don your sneakers and a jolly red jumpsuit for the San Diego Santa Run—an annual tradition that sees thousands of Kris Kringles racing 3.1 miles through Pacific Beach.
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Ride a Rollercoaster in Mission Bay
The century-old Belmont Park is essentially a year-round carnival right on the Mission Beach boardwalk. Thrill seekers will enjoy the adrenaline-boosting—and iconic—Giant Dipper roller coaster as it hits speeds up to 48 miles per hour as well as the views from the top of Zero Gravity before it plunges from the sky. Those looking for less thrill and more chill can climb the rock wall or play a round of Tiki Town mini golf or laser tag. No carnival-type experience is complete without the food, and Belmont delivers exactly what you’re looking for. Salty carbs? Wetzel’s Pretzels will satisfy that craving. Need something sweet? Head to the Sweet Shoppe for Moo Time Creamery ice cream.
3146 Mission Blvd, Mission Beach
Join a Local Sports League
Just because the sun goes down doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. Consider joining Volo Sports, San Diego’s largest co-ed adult sports organization featuring volleyball, soccer, kickball, and softball leagues. Or, for the less-athletic among us, challenge other locals to lawn games like cornhole and skeeball. Volo’s leagues are organized by skill level and day of the week, making it easy to find one that fits your busy schedule. Many leagues meet after work hours, providing a convenient way to stay active and social. Membership fees start at around $25 per person or $133 per team.
Sleep Near Lions in Escondido
If you spend the night at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park’s Roar & Snore, you’re in for an action-packed adventure all the way till nighttime. Each sleepover includes after-hours peeks at wildlife, guided walks, meals and, of course, campfire s’mores. Accommodations range from classic tents with sleeping pads to better situated “Vista” tents with a view and cots, to full-on glamping tents with queen beds and wood floors. The Roar & Snore nights are themed to accommodate specific groups, such as adults only or families. Upgrade your visit to also include a zipline ride, a night vision safari and a wildlife ambassador meeting. Located within sight of the lion camp, you’ll likely get a lion wake-up call, er, roar.
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido
Take the Ferry to Coronado
Gain a new perspective on the San Diego skyline by taking the passenger ferry across the bay to Coronado Island. Catch the ferry from either 5th Avenue (behind the Convention Center) or the Broadway Pier just north of the USS Midway. Ferries depart hourly. Then walk along the waterfront to Centennial Park for a stunning panorama of downtown. Grab dinner at one of the local bay-facing restaurants—Little Frenchie for upscale dining; Village Pizzeria Bayside for a less formal bite. Afterward, snag a seasonal latte from Coronado Coffee Company or a made-from-scratch macaron at Parfait Paris French bakery. Just don’t miss the last ferry back to San Diego—9:30 or 10:30 p.m., depending on the day of the week.
1201 1st St, Coronado
Get Spooked in an Old Town Haunted House
Take a guided evening tour of the legendary Whaley House, touted as “the most haunted house in America” and as seen on the Travel, SyFy and Discovery channels. This 1857 home is said to have been destined to be haunted, as it was built on the site of the original Old Town gallows where the infamous thief James “Yankee Jim” Robinson was hanged. Later, several members of the Whaley family died in the house.
On the 30- to 40-minute guided tour, you’ll hear all about the legacy and legends of the Whaley family, and you might even experience the paranormal (recommended for ages 13 and up). Even if you don’t believe in the paranormal, you can still appreciate this California Historical Landmark for its Greek Revival architecture and fine mahogany furnishings.
2476 San Diego Ave, Old Town
Stargaze with the San Diego Astronomy Association (SDAA)
The 60-year-old SDAA is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to teaching people about astronomy. As part of its mission, it hosts regular stargazing opportunities around the county that are free and open to anyone eager to learn. The SDAA hosts public sky viewing events outside the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center at Balboa Park on the first Wednesday of the month, as well as sky observing sessions (“star parties”) at its 10-acre site in East County. On the third Wednesday of the month, you’ll find them giving a lecture at Mission Trails Regional Park. Check the events calendar to find the latest info on an event (some are canceled due to inclement weather), then grab some hot cocoa and a warm jacket to enjoy some time under the stars.
Catch a Show at The Old Globe
Balboa Park’s Old Globe is California’s oldest professional theater and San Diego’s largest theater organization. Its theater complex, located right behind the Museum of Us, features three stages that host 15 productions and 600 performances annually. You can view anything from Broadway hits and musicals straight from London to modern plays and Shakespearean classics. The Globe was originally built for Shakespearean productions as part of the California Pacific International Exposition in 1935, and it honors that history with a Shakespearean Festival each summer, showcasing two of the Bard’s plays under the night sky.
1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park
Cheer for the Padres at Petco Park
Will this be our year? Join thousands of hopeful Pads fans at a home game in what we will confidently declare America’s most picturesque ballpark. Enjoy the views of the Coronado Bridge, the San Diego Bay and downtown skyline from the upper decks, then enjoy some tasty local flavor from regionally based favorites. Chow down on a burger from Hodad’s, loaded fries from Carnitas’ Snack Shack or a shrimp taco from Blue Water Seafood. On Saturdays before first pitch, you can arrive early to hear the Padres House Band play a mix of country, pop and oldies in Gallagher Square, then take your seats to cheer among the Friar Faithful.
100 Park Blvd, East Village
View Open-Air Live Entertainment at Moonlight Amphitheatre
Expect more than community theater–level performances: Moonlight Stage Productions brings high-quality musical theater to Vista’s Brengle Terrace Park by utilizing regional Broadway and professional on-stage talent, pro designers and crews, and a full orchestra. This outdoor venue has staged more than 200 shows in its four-plus decades of existence, and every summer you can expect a lineup of Broadway musical hits under the stars.
Take your pick of lawn seating (with provided lawn chairs) or stadium-style seating, and you can bring food and nonalcoholic beverages with you for your own picnic. Or opt for a gourmet grilled cheese and a bowl of coconut curry tomato soup at the Bread & Cheese Eatery concessionaire on-site. In between musical theater performances, the stage hosts live music entertainment year-round, ranging from tribute bands to contemporary favorites.
1250 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista
Watch a Movie at the South Bay Drive-in Theater
Head south to Imperial Beach to enjoy a film at San Diego County’s last operating drive-in theater, which has been in operation since 1958. You can catch any genre, from kid-friendly animation to comedies to sci-fi, on one of the three screens. The drive-in is an affordable family entertainment option, or it can be a great way to change up your date night routine. Grab some popcorn or carne asada nachos from the snack bar (or BYO snacks and non-alcoholic drinks), tune in through your FM radio, and enjoy the show. Depending on the movie, you might even get to catch a double feature. The theater is open seven days a week year-round, rain or shine.
2170 Coronado Ave, Imperial Beach
Listen to Live Jazz
Bop to bebop in live weekly jazz sessions hosted in a studio in Barrio Logan, adjacent to Chicano Park. And the best part? The Future Is Color Studio Sessions are free to attend, open to all ages. The “experience series” explores the power of music and art to break down barriers. Opened in 2020, the sessions have grown to support emerging artists and connect communities. Both indoor and outdoor seating are offered, and an RSVP is suggested. Select wine and drinks are available to purchase but are not central to the experience.
2060 Logan Ave, Barrio Logan
Roam the Oceanside Sunset Market
Part street fair, part farmers’ market and part live entertainment venue, this market has been a favorite evening activity for locals since 2007. With more than 200 vendors spread across four city blocks, there is something for everyone. Grab dinner at the international food court, which provides options from American classics to European fare and Latin-American specialties. If you brought the family, then swing by Dorothy’s KidZone for some children’s activities. Arts and crafts vendors offer unique gifts while you enjoy the live musical entertainment.
401 Pier View Wy, Oceanside
Grab a Non-Alcoholic Beverage
San Diego’s non-alcoholic beverage scene is expanding with a few new options on the horizon. Good News bar, set to open in early 2025 in University Heights, has already generated buzz as “San Diego’s first non-alcoholic bar and bottle shop.” But, until then, check out spots like Maya Moon Collective in Normal Heights, which specializes in cacao-based, alcohol-free drinks. Open until 9 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, this cozy venue doubles as a “third space,” offering weekly events like sound healing sessions, art exhibits, and cooking classes. Or Monday Morning, an alcohol-free bottle shop and tasting room in Pacific Beach to try some of the best NA beverages in town.
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Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend
San Diego Ramen Festival
November 21
What better way to fight off the brutal SoCal cold than with a piping hot bowl of ramen? The San Diego Ramen Festival will offer a menu of 12-ounce selections to slurp. The festival takes place at the Handlery Hotel this Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. It also features live entertainment, local pop culture vendors, and ramen-inspired artwork. Ticket options include general admission passes ($44.52) with three ramen servings and VIP ($129.89) with perks like unlimited beer and sake samples, six ramen servings and an extra hour of admission (5 to 6 p.m.).
950 Hotel Circle North, Mission Valley
Parfait Paris 10-Year Anniversary Party
November 23
Parfait Paris is saluting a decade of decadence in San Diego by throwing a street festival packed with sweets. This Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Parisian bakery will offer an assortment of French goodies, along with bites from The Sushi Stand and drinks courtesy of Understory Bar and Hopnonymous Brewing Co. RSVPs are required for this anniversary event, with $5 admission for adults (redeemable for food and drinks) and free entry for children and teens under the age of 15.
3555 India Street, Middletown
Concerts & Festivals in San Diego This Weekend
Cyndi Lauper at Viejas Arena
November 20
Cyndi Lauper sang some of the defining hits of the 1980s and composed the beloved musical adaption of Kinky Boots. Now, on her final arena tour, Lauper is here to remind us all that “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun.” Tickets are on sale for $55.10 for Wednesday’s concert at Viejas Arena.
5500 Canyon Crest Drive, Rolando
San Diego Live Aid
November 21
Many San Diego families were affected by the devastating rain storms that hit the city in early January. To raise proceeds for them, three local tribute groups—All Fired Up, Supreme Legacy, and The Mamas & The Papas Experience—are throwing a special charity concert. This Thursday evening at Humphreys Backstage Live, guests will hear timeless renditions of nostalgic hits. Tickets range from $23.60 to $39.10
2241 Shelter Island Drive, Shelter Island
Theater & Art Exhibits in San Diego This Weekend
Your Local Theater Presents: A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, Again at La Jolla Playhouse
November 19–December 15
In Your Local Theater Presents…, Julliard grad Eddie can’t escape a local production of A Christmas Carol. There will be six preview performances of this world-premiere play at the La Jolla Playhouse now through Nov. 23, with tickets ranging from $30 to $72 before the show officially opens on Nov. 26.
2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla
Just Like Us at Grossmont College Stagehouse Theatre
November 21–23
Based on Helen Thorpe’s nonfiction book of the same name, Just Like Us follows four Latina teenagers who, as the children of undocumented immigrants, are impacted by the heated national debate on immigration. There will be four performances of Just Like This, as well as additional shows Dec. 5–7. Tickets for the general public are $18. This Grossmont College production will also have performances on December 5–7.
8800 Grossmont College Drive, El Cajon
Tres minutos at Jacobs Music Center
November 22
Composer Nicolás Lell Benavides and librettist Marella Martin Koch’s poignant chamber opera, Tres minutos, reckons with the devastation of sudden deportation. The title of the program is inspired by Border Angels’ initiative that grants families three minutes of reunification at the border. The Border Angels documentary Love Has No Borders will be screened before the performance, and ticket-holders can attend an artist talkback after the show. Tickets to this musical program presented by the San Diego Symphony at Jacobs Music Center Friday night can be purchased for $35 here.
1245 Seventh Avenue, Downtown
CONTRA-TIEMPO Activist Dance Theater’s joyUS justUS at Mandeville Auditorium
November 22 & 23
Created and directed by Ana Maria Alvarez, joyUS justUS is a collaborative effort between communities of color in South Los Angeles, who aim to demonstrate joy as a form of resistance. General admission is $40 and can be purchased here.
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla
It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Spreckels Performing Arts Center
November 22–December 15
Beginning this Friday, the Spreckels Performing Arts Center will host an audio-centric take on a beloved holiday film, presenting It’s a Wonderful Life as a vintage radio play à la Orson Welles’ The War of The Worlds. There will be evening showings Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. General admission tickets are $32 and can be purchased here.
5409 Snyder Rohnert Park, Rohnert Park
PST ART Weekend: San Diego & La Jolla
November 22-24
Free interactive events are popping up all over San Diego this weekend as part of Getty’s PST ART initiative. PST ART Weekend: San Diego & La Jolla will include a festive art party at MCASD in La Jolla (Nov. 23), a hands-on art workshop in Oceanside (Nov. 24), the premiere of five new musical compositions derived from weather data at C You Saturday! (Nov. 23) at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Balboa Park, and much more. Best of all, most of the 20 events are free and only require an RSVP.
Citywide
German Expressionism at San Diego Museum of Art
Opens November 23
Starting this Saturday, visitors to the San Diego Museum of Art can explore the museum’s German Expressionism exhibition, which documents a transformative period in the early 20th century when German and Austrian artists began to rail against tradition. The show will feature paintings, drawings, and prints endowed to SDMA’s permanent collection in 2011 from the estate of collector Vance E. Kondon.
1450 El Prado, Balboa Park
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Coin-Op Game Room 11th Anniversary
November 19
Coin-Op Game Room is taking it totally retro for its 11th anniversary bash, with an ’80s-centric, neon-themed gathering this Tuesday from 8 p.m. to midnight at its North Park location. The celebration features tunes from DJ KC Dalton, tattooing from American Gypsy Tattoo artist Sebastian Garcia, caricature art from Dianna Colina, and classic cocktails, from piña coladas to Midori sours.
3926 30th Street, North Park
Rady Children’s Ice Rink at ARTS DISTRICT
November 21–January 5
Liberty Station’s Central Promenade will once again play host to the outdoor Rady Children’s Ice Rink, with net proceeds going towards Rady Children’s Hospital’s Thriving After Cancer program. Guests can lace up their skates through January 5, beginning with this Thursday’s opening day from 4 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children, and you can purchase them in advance here.
2875 Dewey Road, Point Loma
Santee Holiday Lighting
November 22
The city of Santee offers a plethora of family-friendly activities from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. this Friday at the Santee Holiday Lighting. Held at Santee Trolley Square, this free event will feature live music by the Bayou Brothers, photos with Santa, face painting, sledding, arts and crafts activities, and of course, the tree-lighting ceremony.
9884 Mission Gorge Road, Santee
Encinitas Holiday Street Fair
November 24
Explore more than 450 local arts, craft, and retail vendors at the Encinitas Holiday Street Fair this Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This free community event also includes kids’ rides, two live entertainment stages with local musicians and dancers, and a dog zone.
Coast Highway 101 between D and J streets, Encinitas
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Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend
Chefsgiving at Pendry San Diego
November 14
Several of the city’s finest chefs will serve up an early Thanksgiving feast this Thursday at Pendry San Diego’s Provisional Kitchen, Cafe & Mercantile from 6 to 9 p.m. NBC San Diego reporters Joe Little and Audra Stafford host Chefsgiving, an event in which local chefs will prepare dishes like duck carnitas, lobster mac n’ cheese, and dark chocolate truffle torte (see the full menu here) with wine pairings from The Prisoner Wine Company. Tickets for this 21-plus dinner are $150 per person, which includes a $30 donation to the San Diego Food Bank.
425 Fifth Avenue, Gaslamp
Bikes & Beers San Diego
November 16
This Saturday, push your pedals to the max for an ice-cold reward at AleSmith Brewing Company. At Bikes & Beers, cyclists can take a GPS-guided tour of San Diego, with a choice of a 15-, 30- or 45-mile race out and back with refreshments and rest stops along the way. Upon their return, riders can enjoy an afterparty featuring live music, games, raffles, and pint glasses full of beer. Ticket options range from $30 to $85 for Bikes & Beers.
9990 AleSmith Court, Miramar
World Naan Festival
November 16
The Encore Event Center hosts the second annual World Naan Festival from 12 to 4 p.m. this Saturday. Attendees can enjoy six naan tastings and several samples from each food vendor, along with cooking demonstrations and competitions, live music, henna design, and cultural dance performances. Tickets are $25 for adults and $5 for kids ages 3 to 12 years old.
8253 Ronson Road, Kearny Mesa
Fall Artisan Market & Wine Tasting Fest
November 16
This Saturday, the Mission Bay Beach Club will welcome local retail and artisan vendors and winemakers for the Fall Artisan Market & Wine Tasting Fest. The free market will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with live music and plenty of chances for holiday shopping. The wine fest takes place from 2 to 5 p.m., and a $40 ticket gets you samples of 15 wines.
2688 East Mission Bay Drive, Mission Bay
Concerts & Festivals in San Diego This Weekend
Rainbow Kitten Surprise at the Rady Shell
November 12
At a Tuesday night show at the Rady Shell, alt rockers Rainbow Kitten Surprise will perform tracks from Love Hate Music Box, the band’s latest album. Madi Diaz, whose new album Weird Faith features the countrified banger “Don’t Do Me Good” with Kacey Musgraves, will open. Tickets for Tuesday’s concert start at $74.60 and can be purchased on Ticketmaster.
222 Marina Park Way, Embarcadero
Valley Arts Festival
November 16
Celebrate Oceanside’s indigenous community at the annual Valley Arts Festival at Heritage Park, put on by the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians of the Luiseño Nation from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Friday. This year’s festival features an educational kíicha, the traditional dome-shaped shelter of the Luiseño people. Friday’s entertainment will include Native American drumming, blues, and storytelling, as well as interactive community murals, dancing demonstrations, and activities like rock and gourd painting, basket weaving, and jewelry making.
220 Peyri Drive, Oceanside
Cowboy Bebop LIVE
November 15
Despite running for just over two dozen episodes at the turn of the century, Cowboy Bebop is one of the most enduring anime series of all time, with an international fan base, widespread acclaim, and even a live-action Netflix adaptation. Now, the intergalactic journeys of the Bebop’s bounty hunter crew will be soundtracked live by the 14-piece Bebop Bounty Big Band. As the animated adventures play out on the big screen at The Magnolia this Friday, the jazz ensemble will breathe even more life and love into a franchise that’s somehow still on the rise. Tickets start at $59 for this performance.
210 East Main Street, El Cajon
Concerts at Gallagher Square at Petco Park
November 15 & 17
Though the nights are getting a bit frostier, outdoor concert season is still in full swing at Gallagher Square. On Friday night, rock bands Thrice and Manchester Orchestra will revisit their classics. Then, Sunday evening, Becky G will warm up the night with her Latin pop hits. Tickets for Friday’s show are on sale for $63.70 while tickets to Sunday’s performance will cost you at least $104.
100 Park Boulevard, Downtown
Punk in the Park
November 16
Spend your Saturday jamming out to SoCal punk rockers at Snapdragon Stadium’s Punk in the Park. Several regional bands will take the stage throughout the day, including Streetlight Manifesto, Manic Hispanic, and headliners The Offspring and Pennywise. VIP festivalgoers will enjoy prime stage views, plus exclusive food, bars, and access to a seated lounge. Tickets for Punk in the Park range from $88.50 to $753.15.
2101 Stadium Way, Mission Valley
Painting by Roberto R. Pozos
Theater & Art Exhibits in San Diego This Weekend
Misery at Tenth Avenue Arts Center
November 14–December 7
In this stage adaptation of Misery, one of Stepen King’s most unsettling stories, an author finds himself in the clutches of a superfan who “rescues” him from a bad car wreck and sequesters him in her remote cabin. The Backyard Renaissance Theatre Company will preview the show through Nov. 22, followed by opening night on Nov. 23 at Tenth Avenue Arts Center. Tickets are $40.
930 Tenth Avenue, East Village
Trans Diaries at Diversionary Theatre
November 15–16
For two nights at the Diversionary Theatre, a group of five trans and nonbinary artists will share personal stories on stage for Trans Diaries. Joshua Gershick and director Shakina Nayfack lead a cast of returning and debut performers for the production’s fifth year. See Trans Diaries this Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; you can make your free reservation to attend here.
4545 Park Boulevard, University Heights
Tiny Beautiful Things at Scripps Ranch Theatre
November 15–December 8
Based on Cheryl Strayed’s real-life “Dear Sugar” anonymous advice column, Tiny Beautiful Things is a tearjerker about grief, trauma, and making it through tough times. This production, originally adapted by Nia Vardalos from Strayed’s book of the same name, will run for 13 shows. Tickets range from $29 to $35.
9783 Avenue of Nations, Scripps Ranch
Roberto R. Pozos at Centro Cultural de la Raza
November 15–December 22
Tepatitlan native and longtime San Diego resident Roberto R. Pozos’s newest painting exhibition will grace the walls of Centro Cultural de la Raza beginning this Friday. Pozos is known for his vibrant logo designs, as well as his contributions to the murals of Chicano Park. The opening reception for his exhibition is this Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.
2004 Park Boulevard, Balboa Park
More Fun Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend
Under the Stars: A Festive Autumn Evening at the SD Air & Space Museum
November 14
Guests at the San Diego Air & Space Museum’s “Under the Stars” evening will get an exclusive look after-hours this Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. The event will feature access to the museum’s Above and Beyond exhibit with space artifacts, private docent tours, live music from Gladish Night, and a buffet dinner. Tickets are $55.20 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
2001 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park
Lightscape at the San Diego Botanic Garden
November 15–January 5, 2025
Every year, the San Diego Botanic Garden’s annual Lightscape installation creates an illuminated winter wonderland amid the usual natural flora. Those who want to see the installation will have the choice between value, off-peak and peak days, each with different ticket prices. This weekend, value tickets for non-members are available for $26 (adults) and $16 (children ages 3 to 12 years old).
300 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas
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Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend
Ambrogio by Acquerello Truffle Dinner
November 8
The truffle is known as one of the world’s rarest and priciest ingredients, and San Diegans can get a Michelin Guide–worthy introduction to its umami flavors at Ambrogio by Acquerello’s six-course Truffle Dinner Friday night. Chef Salmoiraghi’s truffle tasting menu will include beef tartare, quail, Alaskan black cod, and, most importantly, black and white truffle. Reservations start at 5 p.m. and require a $50 deposit. Total dinner costs are $220 per person.
7556 Fay Avenue, La Jolla
Sails and Ales Beer Fest at Kona Kai San Diego
November 8
Take in views of the San Diego Marina with sips from more than 35 local breweries, distilleries, and wineries at Kona Kai San Diego’s annual Sails and Ales Beer Fest. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. Friday and will also include live entertainment and a buffet food menu. Proceeds from Sails and Ales will go towards the Surfrider Foundation San Diego County. Tickets are $59 per person.
1551 Shelter Island Drive, Shelter Island
Chula Swordfish Dinner at Vistal
November 8
The Chula Swordfish Dinner at the Intercontinental’s waterfront restaurant Vistal will feature a five-course meal and a live swordfish breakdown demonstration. The night’s menu, starring locally sourced fish from Chula Seafood, includes swordfish-infused takes on gazpacho, ravioli, and al pastor and finishes with espresso chocolate truffle cake with swordfish-eye ice cream. Your $85 reservation includes the demo, meal, and self-parking.
901 Bayfront Court, Downtown
The Capital of Craft Beerfest
November 9
Hop over to Kilowatt Brewing for the centerpiece of San Diego Beer Week, the Capital of Craft Beer Fest, from 12 to 4 p.m. this Saturday. The San Diego Brewers Guild and 30 local independent breweries will serve signature brew samples, Los Tortugas will play live music, and attendees will get to cast their votes for the People’s Choice Hoppy Beer Award. General admission is $76.54 and comes with unlimited tasters and a customized taster glass, while VIPs ($97.88) will receive early admission and the chance to try rare and exclusive beers. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
7576 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, Kearny Mesa
Concerts & Festivals in San Diego This Weekend
Coronado Island Film Festival
November 6–10
The Coronado Island Film Festival brings five days of screenings and special events to the peninsula, with highlights like the centerpiece film A Real Pain and the always tasteful Culinary Cinema series. Tickets to the gala and kick-off bash, individual screening passes, and inclusive badge options can be purchased online.
820 Orange Avenue, Coronado
San Diego Asian Film Festival
November 7–16
The Pacific Arts Movement’s 10-day San Diego Asian Film Festival will take place across a handful of local venues, beginning with Thursday’s opening night screening and afterparty at The Nat. Tickets can be purchased for individual films, as well as special events like the festival’s Awards Gala, while the All Fest Pass ($325) gets you VIP privileges, plus entry to all receptions, happy hours, and events.
Citywide
Farm Truck Barn Dance & Back Country Music Festival
November 9
Main Street in Ramona will be abuzz with Americana rhythms from noon to night as 18 local artists perform at four community venues throughout the day. The day of live music begins with the Back Country Music Festival, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Pamo Valley Winery, Ramona Family Naturals Market, and Smoking Canyon Brewery, followed by the third annual Farm Truck Barn Dance at Reds, Whites & Brews from 5 to 10 p.m. There will also be a Sip ‘n Shop event throughout the day. Tickets are $25 for the full experience.
Main Street, Ramona
Sabrina Carpenter at Pechanga Arena
November 10
Sabrina Carpenter arrives at Pechanga Arena this Sunday with flirty pop anthems like “Espresso,” “Please Please Please,” and “Juno.” British indie rock artist Declan Mckenna, known for his mega hit “Brazil,” will open the show. This concert is the hottest ticket in town, with resales on Ticketmaster and AXS going for upwards of $350.
3500 Sports Arena Boulevard, Midway
Theater & Art Exhibits in San Diego This Weekend
Hadestown at Civic Theatre
November 8–10
The Tony-winning musical Hadestown—inspired by the heartbreaking Greek myth of lovers Orpheus and Eurydice—stops by the Civic Theatre this weekend. There will be evening shows of Hadestown Friday through Sunday and two weekend matinee performances. Tickets starting at $56.25 for this touring production.
1100 Third Avenue, Downtown
Native American Heritage Show at Exclusive Collections Gallery
November 8–10
See the works of 12 Indigenous painters, photographers, sculptors, and other artists at Exclusive Collections Gallery’ annual Native American Heritage Show. Free to the public, this group show is on display Friday and Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Attendees will get the chance to meet participating artists; shop specialty hats from Auntie Creations and custom bags from Wabanoonkwe; and enjoy wine, beer, light bites, and cultural performances. RSVP (recommended) by emailing [email protected].
621 5th Avenue, Gaslamp
City Ballet of San Diego’s Dracula at Balboa Theatre
November 9 & 10
The City Ballet of San Diego’s Dracula pays homage to Bram Stoker’s fanged monster—with a twist. Resident choreographer Geoffrey Gonzalez has crafted a story of Countess Dracula and the women she’s turned into vampires. Afterwards, see two more dances: the French Romantic–inspired Emeralds and the City Ballet premiere of Ecliptic, which uses hoops to keep nine dancers in collective balance. Tickets start at $69.95 for this ballet program, with performances Saturday night and Sunday afternoon.
868 4th Avenue, Gaslamp
More Fun Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend
Celebrating Women Awards 2024
November 6
Spend an empowering evening with San Diego Mag at UCSD Park & Market as we toast to the city’s innovators at Celebrating Women, sponsored by Rancho La Puerta. From 4 to 6:30 p.m. this Wednesday, the event will feature a panel discussion and Q&A with five women leaders—moderated by our associate editor Amelia Rodriguez—plus networking opportunities, several women-run business pop-ups, and an awards ceremony. General admission is $72 and $42 for awards nominees, and the dress code calls for business attire.
1100 Market Street, East Village
Holiday Village at the Bayfront
November 7–December 3
Embrace the giving spirit at the inaugural Holiday Village at the Bayfront: A Cause to Celebrate. The event will kick off this Thursday with a tree-lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m., featuring live music, themed bites, and more than 30 impeccably decorated Christmas trees to be admired and auctioned off in support of San Diegans experiencing homelessness. People can bid for a tree to take home through Nov. 24, and the trees will remain on display through Dec. 3.
1 Park Boulevard, Embarcadero
Big Picture Weekend at Fleet Science Center
November 8–10
Feel the roar of fighter jets and ride into the “Danger Zone” with the daring pilots of Top Gun Flight School and the Battle of Dunkirk at the Fleet Science Center’s Big Picture Weekend. See IMAX screenings of three blockbusters in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater: Top Gun (Friday), Top Gun: Maverick (Saturday), and Christopher Nolan’s World War II epic Dunkirk (Sunday). Tickets are $19.95 for each film.
1875 El Prado, Balboa Park
San Diego Made 10th Anniversary Holiday Market
November 9–10
Get a head start on your seasonal shopping at San Diego Made’s annual Holiday Market, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. this Saturday and Sunday at NTC Park. Peruse goodies from more than 130 local makers and explore food, drinks, live music, and workshops. The event has a disco theme, and attendees are invited to dress up accordingly. Additional features include pop-up mini golf, tarot card readings, and a free gift with purchase from vendors while supplies last. Tickets are $5 online, $6 at the door, and $65 for VIP, while kids ages 10 and under can enter for free.
2455 Cushing Road, Point Loma
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Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend
San Diego Beer Week
November 1-10
San Diego is the epicenter of SoCal’s craft brewery scene, known as the “Capital of Craft,” with various local innovators contributing to the regional brewing excellence. During the 16th annual San Diego Beer Week, bars, restaurants and pubs all over the county, in partnership with the San Diego Brewers Guild, will be pouring their classics along with limited-edition brews, like the new Capital of Craft IPA collaboration beer. The beer week festivities will begin this Friday with a virtual kick-off toast at all Guild member locations, the Ghost Town Tap Takeover at North Park Beer Co. and the Brewery Ignighter Night Market at Barley & Sword Brewing Co.
Countywide
Ramona Art, Wine & Music Festival
November 2
Explore Ramona’s arts and culture scene at the Ramon Art, Wine & Music Festival this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Begent Ranch. A variety of bands and solo artists hailing from the area will play on four stages, more than 50 juried artisans showcase fine artwork and over a dozen local wineries, plus purveyors of cider, beer and mead, sell homegrown sips. There will also be shopping, local food trucks and live and silent auctions. General admission tickets are $85, while all-inclusive VIP passes are going for $155.
18528 Highland Valley Road, Ramona
San Diego Coffee Festival
November 2
No matter if your preferred morning caffeine boost is espresso, french press or cold brew, coffee aficionados will have plenty to try at the inaugural San Diego Coffee Festival. This Saturday, attendees can sample unlimited coffee tastings from 30+ roasters and enjoy live music at Broadway Pier. The event is split into two tasting sessions (10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.), and though some ticket options have already sold out, general admission tickets for each session (starting at $31.36), as well as all-day VIP ($72.91) is still available. Kids ages 13 and under receive free admission.
1000 North Harbor Drive, Embarcadero
Concerts & Festivals in San Diego This Weekend
Downtown Chula Vista Día de los Muertos Celebration
November 2
Community and culture will intertwine at Downtown Chula Vista’s 4th annual Día de los Muertos Celebration, with musical and dance performances, an ofrenda competition, a mercado from Las Jefas Market and much more from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. this Saturday. At this free festival, attendees can pay respect to the dearly departed with a personal tribute on the community altar, dress up for the Catrín & Catrina Ensemble Competition, and admire the altar-laden lowriders of Impalas Car Club SD.
Downtown Chula Vista
Fall Back Festival
November 3
Local families are invited to participate in a range of history-inspired activities and help raise funds for the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation at the free annual Fall Back Festival from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. this Sunday. Held in front of the Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House, there will be contests, including the popular pie eating contest, educational booths, old-timey games and arts and crafts as they bring San Diego’s history to life.
5th Avenue and Island Avenue, Gaslamp
Carlsbad Fall Village Faire
November 3
As the bi-annual Carlsbad Village Street Faire celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2024, its yearly fall iteration returns this Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with more than 800 vendors lining along Grand Avenue. The Carlsbad Fall Village Faire includes a full day’s worth of activities and features with a farmers market, two food courts, live music, children’s carnival rides, a beer garden and plenty of chances to shop for antiques, clothing and whatever else you can carry home.
Grand Avenue between Carlsbad Boulevard and Jefferson Street, Carlsbad
Fleet Week Concert Series
November 3
While the Fleet Week festivities pop up all over San Diego (Nov. 1-11), the musical talents of the armed forces will perform for the public in the Piazza della Famiglia this Sunday at 6 p.m. as part of the Fleet Week Concert Series. At this free performance, the Navy Band Southwest Rock Band will play a mix of contemporary rock classics along with rousing stars and stripes standards. This will be followed by a concert from the Marine Band San Diego Sound Strike Monday evening at the same time and place.
555 West Date Street, Little Italy
Theater & Art Exhibits in San Diego This Weekend
“Midnight at the Never Get” at Diversionary Theatre
Through November 17
In Mark Sonnenblick’s “Midnight at the Never Get,” a queer romance set in 1965 Greenwich Village clashes with the onset of the gay rights movement in New York City, with the story centered around intimate performances in an illegal backroom club called The Never Get. There will be informative and interactive post-show happy hours with director Stephen Brotebeck and members of the artistic team following the shows on Thursday and Sunday. Tickets are ranging from $11.50 to $41.50 for this musical, with daily performances Thursday through Sunday.
4545 Park Boulevard, University Heights
Art San Diego
November 1-3
Experience strolling through a curated arrangement of several museums’ worth of artwork all at once during Art San Diego at the San Diego Convention Center. This three-day art party includes pieces from all over the world, along with several programs, from showcasing regional visual artists in the Local Talent to the stunning, but still affordable, items in the Discoveries Collection. General admission tickets ($20) come with access to all three days of the event plus the Collectors’ Saturday Soiree (5 p.m. to 7 p.m.), while the $30 total ticket comes with all the GA perks plus complimentary drinks at the soiree.
111 West Harbor Drive, Downtown
“La bohème” at the Civic Theatre
November 1-3
The San Diego Opera kicks off its 60th season with a performance of their first-ever production, “La bohème” by Giacomo Puccini, at the Civic Theatre. The opera follows the timeless love story of two bohemian artists in 19th century Paris, with Lidiya Yankovskaya making her San Diego Opera debut as she conducts the San Diego Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are ranging from $23 to $285 for the three performances of “La bohème.”
1100 Third Avenue, Downtown
Cross-Border Gallery Exchange at Sparks Gallery
Opens November 2
In a display of border region collaboration, Tijuana art studio Ángulo Galeria will host the works of San Diego-based artists Kathleen Kane-Murrell and Alexander Arshansky, while Sparks Gallery receives artwork from Tijuana artists Jessica Sanchez and Aida Urbina. This concurrent exhibition, highlighting the thriving artistic exchange between Baja California and Southern California, will run through November 30 at both galleries. Mark your calendars: an opening reception will be held for the exhibition on Thursday, November from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
530 Sixth Avenue, Gaslamp
More Fun Things To Do in San Diego This Weekend
Monster Movie Mixer
October 31
Books & Records will trade in its warm ambience for a delightfully spooky setting for its Monster Movie Mixer, this Thursday from 8 p.m. to midnight. Come in your desired creature feature fit for the party, where you can compete in a costume contest, and enjoy themed sips, bites and live music. Tickets are $27.50 for this Halloween hangout, and come with food and one drink ticket per person.
2202 Fourth Avenue, Bankers Hill
Oceanside Haunted Market
October 31
When Thursday evening comes around, Oceanside’s weekly Sunset Market will return with a haunted holiday edition. From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., the Oceanside Haunted Market will feature the usual lineup of retail and food vendors offered at the market, along with a handful of fun Halloween activities. There will be kids trick-or-treating for those ages 12 years old and younger (while the candy lasts), plus a costume parade, live DJ and vendor costume contests at this free event.
Pier View Way and South Tremont Street, Oceanside
Mask-O-Raid IV
November 2
Don your masks as the Comic-Con Museum hosts its annual costume soiree, Mask-O-Raid, this Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be a raffle for Funko prototypes, an art sale where attendees can bid on pieces from artists and Comic-Con staff, and trick-or-treating for exclusive prizes. Attendees can also compete in the event’s costume contest, dance to terrifying tunes from DJ Chino and shop Halloween-themed items and exclusive gear from the gift shop. Tickets are $130 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
2131 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park
More Than Pink Walk
November 3
Show your support for survivors of metastatic breast cancer by taking part in the More Than Pink Walk this Sunday. After warming up with Orangetheory Fitness and exploring the many partnering nonprofits and advocates in the Hope Village, participants will march 2.2 miles through Balboa Park. Following the walk there will be live music, food, activities and a San Diego Mascot dance off. Registration for the More Than Pink Walk is free and can be done here.
Corner of 6th Avenue and Laurel Street, Balboa Park
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