- The Birthstone: Turquoise, Zircon, or Tanzanite / Flower: Narcissus or Holly
- The zodiac signs are Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21) and Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
- Hanukkah (Dec 2) / Pearl Harbor Day (Dec 7) / Christmas (Dec 25)
- Human Rights Month / National Fruit Cake Month / Read a New Book Month
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Seas ‘n’ Greetings Holiday Celebration
The magic of the holidays meets the underwater world at Birch Aquarium during Seas ‘n’ Greetings.
Date: Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2018
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Price: Included with aquarium admission
Location: Birch Aquarium at Scripps – 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92093-0207
For info. visit Greetings Holiday Celebration
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55th Annual North Park Toyland Parad & Festival
Celebrate the holiday spirit at the Annual North Park Toyland Parade with vintage cars, marching bands, dance groups, beauty queens, city officials and Santa Claus.
Date: Dec 1, 2018
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92104
For info. visit North Park Toyland Festival
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Setting Sun Sake Fall Garden Party
Setting Sun Sake Brewing Co. will be hosting a day of celebration and collaboration to showcase some of what America’s Finest City has to offer at one of its most iconic locations: the Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park.
Date: Dec 1, 2018
Time: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Price: refer to website
Location: 2215 Pan American Way E, San Diego, CA 92101
For info. visit Fall Garden Party
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Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
The Grinch will be performed for children on the autism spectrum and their families, as well as other families with special needs that may appreciate the welcoming and supportive environment this performance provides.
Date: Dec 1, 2018
Time: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Price: refer to website
Location: The Old Globe – 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, CA 92101
For info. visit Dr. Seuss
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Meet Santa at Julian Town Hall
Join Santa at the town hall weekends In Julian. Come bring your cameras and snap photos with the man from the North Pole as he visits our little town.
Date: Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2018
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Price: refer to website
Location: Julian Chamber of Commerce – 2129 Main Street, PO Box 1866, Julian
For info. visit Meet Santa at Julian
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Chula Vista Starlight Parade
Celebrate the Season in Downtown Chula Vista! The Chula Vista Starlight Parade is a great way to kick-off the holiday season and get in the festive spirit!
Date: Dec 1, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: Third Avenue Village – 353 3rd Ave., Chula Vista, CA 91910
For info. visit Chula Vista Starlight Parade
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Lions Tigers & Bears Christmas Festival
Celebrate the holidays with the rescued animals of Lions Tigers & Bears.
Date: Dec 1, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Price: $15-$150
Location: Lions Tigers & Bears – 24402 Martin Way, Alpine, CA 91901
For info. visit Lion Tigers & Bears Festival
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Winter Wonderland Festival
Every year, the Center brings the North Pole to the heart of Escondido.
Date: Dec 1, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: California Center for the Arts, Escondido – 340 N Escondido Blvd.
For info. visit Winter Wonderland Festival
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Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village
Celebrate the season during Little Italy’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and see our unique Christmas Tree.
Date: Dec 1, 2018
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Price: Free
Location: Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
For info. visit Little Italy Tree Lighting
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39th Annual OB Holiday Parade
Come find out what the locals have known for 30+ years – Santa would rather be in the quaint little surfing village of OB at the Ocean Beach Holiday Parade.
Date: Dec 1, 2018
Time: 5:05 PM – 7:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: Sunset Cliffs Blvd & Newport Ave., San Diego
For info. visit Annual OB Holiday Parade
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Holiday Lights Tour
Discover the magic of the holidays on this tour of San Diego’s top Christmas Lights neighborhoods. Bring the family and enjoy a trip that is worth taking in December.
Date: Dec 1 – Dec 25, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Price: Children (4-12) $18 Adults $29
Location: Five Star Tours & Charter Bus Company – 1050 Kettner Blvd.
For info. visit Holiday Lights Tour
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SoNo Fest & Chili Cook-Off
The festive and fiery SoNo Fest & Chili Cook-Off promises everything a person could want in a fun day including craft beer, wine, shopping music and chili!
Date: Dec 2, 2018
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Price: Free Admission. Chili Bowl and 5 Tastings – $20
Location: Thorn & 32nd Streets in North Park
For info. visit SoNo Fest & Chili Cook-off
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La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival
Spread some holiday cheer at the La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival with marching bands, floats, vintage automobiles and Santa Claus.
Date: Dec 2, 2018
Time: 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: Girard Avenue & Prospect Street, La Jolla
For info. visit La Jolla Holiday Festival
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Santa by the Sea
Join Del Mar for annual holiday event. Free pictures with Santa, treats, games & entertainment, a holiday tree lighting!
Date: Dec 2, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Price: refer to website
Location: L’Auberge Amphitheater – 1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92104
For info. visit Santa by the Sea
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Balboa Park December Nights
Balboa Park December Nights brings families and friends together to spread holiday joy and kick-off the “most wonderful time of the year” with lights and more!
Date: Dec 7 – Dec 8, 2018
Time: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Price: Free
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