It's the most wonderful time of year at The Dana on Mission Bay! Enjoy cooler weather, fewer crowds, and a sleigh-full of seasonal festivities. With our special holiday hotel packages and prime Mission Bay location, The Dana on Mission Bay is the premier choice to spend your holiday vacation! Enjoy special hotel holiday packages and Christmas and New Year's dinners this season at Firefly Eatery & Bar. Guests can also enjoy a Santa Letter writing station, poolside holiday movie nights, and more. 

The City of Vista and the Moonlight Amphitheatre’s “Jingle Terrace Live” features holiday light shows and activities for all ages. Bring your whole family to enjoy holiday refreshments, festive displays, live entertainment, holiday activities, photo opportunities, and other special surprises. Admission and all activities are free!

This Christmas, join us at The Café + Lobby Bar, nestled in the lobby of Alma San Diego, for a festive holiday menu featuring our house favorites plus Chermoula and Herb-Crusted Prime Rib with garlic confit whipped potatoes, harissa honey-glazed carrots, and jus. 

Christmas Day Hours

Breakfast: 7am-11am

Lunch: Closed

Dinner: 4pm-8pm

Embrace the joy of the season with friends and family at Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s exceptional Glice skating rink, designed for eco-friendly recreation. Ensure an unforgettable experience by reserving exclusive cabana chalets complete with firepits and indulge in holiday-themed beverages, seasonal treats, and s’mores by the fire. Price includes skate rental and skating for one hour; $40 adult, $20 children. Purchase of food and beverage required with a cabana or firepit booking. Reservations available on OpenTable. Please note, holiday hours may vary. 

Glice Skating Hours: 

Monday - Saturday: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sunday: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM 

Special Holiday Hours:

Thursday, November 28 | 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thursday, December 1 | 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday, December 25 | 12:00 PM -  9:00 PM

Wednesday, December 31 | 1:00 PM -  9:00 PM