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Mission Hills Holidays and More
By Jamaal Jackson, President, Mission Hills Business Improvement District and Assistant Vice President | Branch Manager U.S. Bank Mission Hills For the Mission Hills Business Improvement District (BID), it is an exciting time of year. The Saturday after Thanksgiving, Small Business Saturday kicked off the Shop Small holiday season, the Toys for Tots collections continue in […]
Hungry, Hungry Hippos’ Celebration for Hannah
San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center celebrated a remarkable milestone today as Hannah Shirley, the world’s oldest living pygmy hippopotamus in managed care, turned 52 years old. To mark the occasion, Hannah enjoyed a festive Hungry Hungry Hippos–themed party complete with floating fruit treats and colorful decorations inspired by the beloved children’s game. San Diego […]
17th Annual Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade & Pups in the Pub Party
San Diego’s favorite feel-good, holiday tradition is back. The 17th Annual Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade & Pups in the Pub Party. returns to the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter on Saturday, December 13, 2025, bringing wag-worthy cheer, festive costumes, and community fun to downtown’s most historic district. Before the paw-rade begins, kick off the […]
Old Town San Diego’s 67th Annual Las Posadas
Old Town San Diego’s most cherished holiday tradition is back. Mark your calendars for 5 p.m., Saturday, December 13 as the community gathers in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park for the 67th Annual Las Posadas—a heartwarming reenactment that has illuminated our neighborhood for generations. Presented in partnership by the Old Town San Diego […]
Kick Off the Holiday Season at Lions, Tigers and Bears
Celebrate the holiday season amidst the breathtaking beauty of the San Diego countryside, surrounded by fresh air and wide-open spaces. Share this magical experience with your friends, family, and some charming sanctuary animals. The event takes place from 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturday, December 13, 2025. Lions, Tigers & Bears is located at 24402 […]
BalletCenter Studios Presents “Clara & the Nutcracker Soldier”
At 7 p.m., Friday, November 28 and 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., Saturday, November 29, BalletCenter Studios presents “Clara & the Nutcracker Soldier” at the The Joan B. Kroc Theatre, located at 6845 University Ave, San Diego, Ca 92115. Choreographed by Artistic Director, Michelle G. Noblejas-Bartolomei, Trystan Merrick, and Maxine Mahone, this warm-hearted tale turns nursemaids […]
“The Nutcracker” at the Casa Del Prado
Celebrate San Diego Civic Youth Ballet’s (SDCYB) 80th Anniversary Season with the joy and spirit of “The Nutcracker.” Journey with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince through a daring battle with mischievous mice to a shimmering world of swirling snow and finally, to the enchanted Land of the Sweets, where sparkling confections, waltzing flowers, and the dance […]
Enjoy A Jolly Good Time at the Annual Tree Lighting & Holiday Market
The East Village Association welcomes the holiday season with the return of the neighborhood’s cherished tradition, the East Village Tree Lighting & Holiday Market. Taking place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday, November 30 at the new and expanded location of Faultline Park (located at 1433 Island Ave), the event promises a festive evening […]
Mama’s Pies Thanksgiving Bake Sale Returns
As the seasons change and cooler weather settles in, that can only mean one thing–it’s time for Mama’s Pies Thanksgiving Bake Sale, back for its 21st year. A long-standing San Diego tradition hosted by the nonprofit Mama’s Kitchen, the Mama’s Pies bake sale raises critical funds for the organization, which is one of the founding members […]
University Heights Arts Open/Taste Event
The 18th year of the combined Arts/Taste annual event will take place from 12/noon to 3:30 p.m., Sunday, November 9, 2025. Taste tickets will be available at the will call, information booth located in front of the University Heights Sign, located at 4601 Park Boulevard. Pick up a free event map to artist studios and […]
