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.

The Maritime Museum of San Diego invites you to join us for Tall Ship adventure sailing! This is a four-hour adventure history sail aboard the schooner Californian.
The Californian is a replica of a gold rush era revenue cutter and the Official Tall Ship of the State of California.

Arrive early to take in your general admission visit to the entire fleet and exhibits, then set sail! 

Join the crew in sailing a traditionally rigged tall ship! Passengers will be invited to haul a line, man the helm and watch the crew as they scamper up and down the rigging to set and furl the sails. Listen as the Californian’s crew relates the history of sailing and exploration in San Diego, tales of whaling and sea otter trade, local sea battles, the art of ship’s gunnery, life at sea and more.

Ho Ho Ho… Can you hear those jingle bells? This year SANTA IS BACK for our annual Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village on Saturday, December 7th from 4:00pm-8:00pm!

Transforming into a winter wonderland with Christmas twinkle lights down all the streets, our beautiful urban neighborhood will be adorned with 10-foot tall nutcrackers and kinetic tree holiday displays on street corners, Christmas songs and more. 

Celebrate the first night of Hanukkah at Liberty Station's Menorah Lighting on Thursday, December 26th, from 5 to 8 p.m. Join us in the Central Promenade as we illuminate the first candle of the festival of lights. In partnership with The Chabads of Downtown San Diego and Pacific Beach, this magical evening promises fun for the whole family with lively entertainment and delicious packaged treats. Witness the traditional lighting ceremony and feel the warmth of community as we come together to honor this special holiday. The menorah will continue to shine brightly each night of Hanukkah in the heart of Liberty Station. With free parking and a central location, it's easy to make this celebration part of your family's holiday tradition.