Traveling with your Pet

25 Fun & Free Things to Do

Join us Dec. 6 and 7 in beautiful Balboa Park for the City of San Diego's largest free holiday festival. The family-friendly December Nights celebration brings visitors and locals together to enjoy the lights, the sounds, the attractions and, of course, the amazing food.

Where the cars are the stars! The San Diego International Auto Show features the widest variety of new vehicles under one roof.

Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is a wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book. Back for another incredible year, the family favorite features the songs “Santa for a Day,” “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” and “Welcome, Christmas (Fah Who Doraze),” the delightful carol from the popular animated version of How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Celebrate the holidays as the Old Globe Theatre is once again transformed into the snow-covered Who-ville, right down to the last can of Who-hash.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a relaxing sightseeing cruise on Mission Bay! Step aboard a charming vintage sternwheeler and enjoy festive activities like balloon art, airbrush face painting, and a full cash bar, along with a tempting dessert bar. Kids will love decorating pumpkins, while families can capture special moments at the photo-op station. This family-friendly cruise is the perfect way to make lasting memories and enjoy quality time with loved ones this holiday season.