For more than 40 years, the San Diego community has welcomed in the holiday season by celebrating the annual December Nights at Balboa Park. Due to the current pandemic conditions, we are saddened that our beloved gift to the region cannot occur as we know it. Instead, the City of San Diego is offering a "Taste of December Nights."

The program will have some of your favorite food vendors and food trucks from past December Nights in a drive-thru setting in the Inspiration Point parking lot near Balboa Park.

Mission Fed ArtWalk will be marking its 36th annual fine arts festival with a virtual experience beginning Saturday, December 5 through Thursday, December 31.

Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! On the Radio is a wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book. 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 with the Whos and The Old Globe.

The audio-only Grinch production is directed by James Vásquez, with book and lyrics by Timothy Mason and music by Mel Marvin. The original production of Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! was conceived and directed by Jack O’Brien with additional lyrics by Theodor S. Geisel, additional music by Albert Hague, and original choreography by John DeLuca.

Santa is STILL coming to town on Sunday, December 6th from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM at the Lake 1 Gazebo! A physically distanced meeting and photo opportunity will be available with Santa.
A reservation to visit Santa is encouraged; however, walk-up visits will be available throughout the day based on availability. Make your reservation to visit with Santa now at https://santaatthelakes.setmore.com/
Photos will be available for purchase at 1 5x7 for $12 or 2 5x7s for $20.
The health and well-being of our guests, staff, and Santa are our top priority, and physical distancing and facial coverings are required.
Gate Entrance is $6 and there are no pets allowed.
Big Boyz will be selling tacos.