

Skip the Black Friday lines and opt for Green Friday at San Diego County Parks instead. There’s a huge selection of activities to choose from at nearly all county parks, including ranger-led hikes, natural crafts, group bike rides, tree plantings, and nature walks. (Friday - Saturday) Head to Lions Tigers & Bears to watch rescued animals chow down on turkeys, goodie-stuffed pumpkins, splash around in their pools and play with their brothers and sisters. Not only will the lions and bears enjoy a feast, but all proceeds benefit the animals - providing them food, veterinary care, habitat maintenance and more. Surfin' Santa makes his arrival at Seaport Village after the Thanksgiving holiday, sporting his favorite Hawaiian shirt and wet suit. Visitors can pose for free pictures with Santa on his giant surfboard under a six-foot wave. Kick off the holiday season in Julian with sleigh rides, snow capped mountains, holiday decorations, and a visit from Santa during a tree lighting ceremony. Don’t forget to take kids to Town Hall, where they can write and mail letter to Santa. The annual event returns to the University Heights, Normal Heights and Kensington neighborhoods on Small Business Saturday. Ticketholders will receive holiday-themed treats from more than 20 local businesses, and cocktails crafted by 11 of Adams Avenue’s most talented bartenders. Guest can sip, shop and stroll along Adams Avenue from 2 - 5 p.m.Īttention gamers - Redination presents an all-ages gaming event at Music Box. The contest will feature video games like Super Smash Brothers, FIFA, Call of Duty, Halo and Madden, along with drone racing and dominoes. Attendees will also enjoy live music performances from Microphone Doctors, Eturnul and more. San Diego's 96-year-old theme park by the sea comes alive this month with Winter Wonder at Belmont Park. The event features a holiday toy drive, movie nights, face painting, free photos with Santa, and other winter-themed activities and entertainment.Ĭommemorate the first night of Hanukkah at this family-friendly event starting at 5 p.m.
